Iyengar yoga in George

24/10/2026

19/10/2026

Yogis of Hoekwil - any preference for which morning we do our class at the Church. I was thinking 7:30 or 8? Can do Mondays, Thursdays or at a pinch Fridays?

18/10/2026

This class combines strength-building preparatory inversions with a detailed exploration of Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward Facing Dog Pose). It begins with wall-supported half versions of Handstand and Headstand, helping to build upper body strength and prepare the shoulders and spine for backbending. The main section of the class focuses on a progressive sequence of chair-supported variations of Upward Facing Dog, using props such as bolsters and blocks to develop greater mobility and extension in the upper back. Particular attention is given to the actions that help distribute the backbend more evenly through the spine, reducing unnecessary strain in the lower back. Although Upward Facing Dog is often practised as part of a broader backbending sequence, this class takes the opportunity to examine the pose in greater detail, refining alignment and addressing common difficulties. The class concludes with the classical version of Urdhva Mukha Svanasana, bringing together the techniques developed throughout the sequence. This approach helps to build a stronger, more balanced backbend while deepening your understanding of this important and energising pose. Weekly Intermediate Class 456 is ready to stream.

18/10/2026

“If the practice doesn’t make you kinder, you should stop practising because you are missing the point.”

BKS Iyengar
Yoga Rahasya
Vol 32 - 2026

16/10/2026

We're starting our weekly morning class at the NG Kerk in Hoekwil. It'll be announced soon, watch this space 🙏🏾🧘🏻‍♀️🙏🏼🧘🏽

10/10/2026

Using the wall to anchor the back heel and fully extend the leg, and using a strap to lift the side ribs and fully extend the arms in Virabhadrasana I.

08/10/2026

Topsy turvy BKS Iyengar

12/02/2026

“The structure of an asana cannot change, as each asana is an art of holiness in itself. But when the sadhaka performs, he does his best at it. One has to study the structure of each asana, arithmetically and geometrically. As arithmetic is based on addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, one has to add proper action in order to have proper adjustments; minus the unwanted, unnecessary and wrong actions by avoiding underdoing or overdoing; multiply the intensity of awareness and divide and distribute the energy evenly. In order to adjust geometrically, we have to measure the dimensions of asana so that we fit properly into it. Each asana in its methodology has certain measurements of its height, length, width and girth. Again there is a direction to the movement and action of the body which has to be followed properly. One has to analyse and realise the real shape and form of each asana so that it is expressed and presented properly.

Asana may be angular or triangular, straight or oblique, circular or semi-circular, round or oval shaped, upright or inverted. One has to note all these points in each asana by observation and study and then act in the field - the body - for the knower of the field - the Self - to perform in its pristine glory. It means total involvement of the whole body with senses, mind, intelligence, consciousness and self. One has to be careful not to create room for emptiness and forgetfulness in the known and the unknown bodies. One has to use the weapon of ego or ‘I’ consciousness carefully so that it neither gets inflated nor loses its well. This weight becomes submissive at the right moment.”

BKS Iyengar
Astadala Yogamala
Vol 2

06/02/2026

Join us next Sunday 🧘🏾🙏🏼🔆