Proof of Vaccine

Proof of Vaccine: For convenience and quick reference, the Centre will start keeping an electronic record of students’ proof of vaccination (as per Section D6 of the Gathering and Events Order). This means we will be asking you to show your vaccine proof again...
Stiffness of the Mind

Stiffness of the Mind

Whenever we find stiffness in the body, our mind should be especially supple. It is never the stiffness in our bodies that limits our practice, it is always the stiffness of our mind. — Geeta Iyengar Dear Students, Good news on Tuesday about the relaxation of the...
Peace of Mind?

Peace of Mind?

Yoga is evenness of mind – a peace that is ever the same. (Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 2, verse 49) Peace of Mind? Is that how you’ve been feeling lately? From what I’ve been reading and hearing, this is not the predominant mood as we enter our second year of pandemic. A...
The most precious gift of all…

The most precious gift of all…

The most precious gift of all. “From Freedom of the Body comes Freedom of the Mind and Freedom of the Mind leads to Absolute Freedom” —BKS Iyengar Last week because of my year of birth, I received a shot in the arm against Covid-19. This is probably not...

Fly to India

Fly to India. Dear Students, Imagine on you can fly to India in the comfort of your own home, and be with one of the world’s most experienced Iyengar teachers – Jawahar Bangera! His depth of understanding, compassion and knowledge connects us to the wisdom...

The Goal of Yoga

“After all, the goal of yoga may be the ultimate freedom but even before this is achieved, there is an incremental experience of greater freedom as we discover ever more self-control, sensitivity, and awareness that permit us to live the life we aspire to, one of...

Yoga unclutters the mind

“Yoga unclutters the mind so we can focus on what is needed without distraction. It brings a clarity to our lives… ” – Abhijata Iyengar
In honour of Geeta Iyengar

In honour of Geeta Iyengar

In honour of Geeta Iyengar December 7, 1944 – December 16, 2018 We pause to remember Geetaji. In her own words she stood in the light of her father. Geeta dedicated her life to yoga. Geeta taught with brilliance, firmness and compassion. Photo credit: Charles...