Yoga Centre London
IYENGAR YOGA
A place created and nurtured out of the love for health and wellness since 1997.
* In Person monthly workshops! Online weekly classes will continue in our virtual studio
Yoga Centre London
IYENGAR YOGA
A place created and nurtured out of the love for health and wellness since 1997.
* In Person monthly workshops! Online weekly classes will continue in our virtual studio
A Destination for wellbeing
Yoga Centre London provides an environment to complement health and well being, where people can engage in rich traditions that support body, mind and spirit, and where you can discover your innate ability to bring healing, balance and harmony into your life. We are a centre devoted to the tradition of Iyengar Yoga.
our tradition
The name Iyengar comes from Yogacharya BKS Iyengar, an internationally renowned yoga master who ... (read more)
our teachers
Iyengar Hatha Yoga is taught by recognized teachers who have completed a minimum 3 year comprehensive ... (read more)
our history
Yoga is a classical Indian discipline which promotes physical, mental and spiritual health... (read more)
Classes
IYENGAR YOGA
Everyone is welcome: Those new to yoga, as well as long time practitioners
Classes
IYENGAR YOGA
Everyone is welcome: Those new to yoga, as well as long time practitioners
Class Description:
Yoga in the Iyengar tradition emphasizes integration of body, mind and spirit. The student begins with an introduction to the physical postures where the foundation is laid to allow them to work safely and progressively though various levels. Postures (asana) include standing poses, inversions, forward bends, backbends, and twists, as well as restorative postures providing relaxation and the study of breathing (pranayama). The postures are done energetically, emphasizing precise alignment and focus on the development of strength, flexibility, balance, and stamina.
As practice continues, a students ability to concentrate improves, inner awareness is enhanced and the asanas become 'meditation in action'. Body, mind and breath are integrated, peace of mind is enhanced and the major systems of the body move towards balance and harmony. Equipment such as belts, blocks, blankets, bolster, chairs and ropes are used to create awareness in the posture and to meet individual needs.
Yoga Centre London focuses practice using a 4-week cycle of standing poses, forward bends/twists, backbends, and restorative and pranayama
Introductory
An introduction to the foundation asanas (postures) for all students with no experience of Iyengar Yoga. The first inversion is briefly introduced to allow the student to progress to the next level. One session in Introductory is all that is needed before proceeding to the next level.
Level 1
The Student continues the practice of basic postures and the first inversion is explored more thoroughly. Understanding of breath awareness is introduced which is the foundation of Pranayama. Length of time in Level 1 varies and can be more or less than a year
Level 2
Students continue to progress with new postures and the first introduction to headstand/other inversions are explored. Students gain more confidence in headstand and the subtleties of more advanced postures are integrated. The study of Pranayama develops here.
Level 3
Now the student begins to mature their practice with the intermediate asanas and continues to work to overcome individual obstacles to practice. Pranayama continues to develop
Pranayama
The basics of Pranayama are introduced during the 4th week of practice during Supported/Restorative Practice. The aim of an 8-10 week course is to help the student build a solid foundation for a pranayama practice. BKS Iyengar, while honouring the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, emphasizes that a good foundation in the asanas is necessary. The Pranayama course is open to students in Level 2 and above. The Pranayama course is offered only at certain times; please see the schedule for current offerings
Gentle/Senior
A one hour slower paced class to develop ease with flexibility, balance and strength, and learn to optimize and manage the challenges that come with the aches and pains of aging
Special Practices
Students with particular challenges that do not allow them to be part of a regular class, or students who require individualized work may be placed here. The practice will work more specifically with their condition and allow them to work more independently or return to a regular class with special adaptations
Teen
Enjoy an invigorating yoga class with you peers ranging from 13-18 years of age
View full clASS Schedule Here
INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY, friDAY JUNE 21/24
“Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. This tradition is 5000 years old. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfilment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help us deal with climate change. Let us work towards adopting an International Yoga Day.”
— Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India addressing the UN General Assembly”
Workshops
IYENGAR YOGA
Workshops
IYENGAR YOGA
Iyengar Yoga Workshops
**most WORKSHOPS will continue online, however ‘In person’ all level Saturday monthly workshops are now on the 3rd Saturday of the month
Credits are offered only if your space is filled and are subject to a $30 + hst cancellation fee (unless there is a special guest teacher; special cancellation fees may apply)
spring/summer 2024
Credits are offered only if your space is filled and are subject to a $30 + hst cancellation fee (unless there is a special guest teacher; special cancellation fees may apply)
Summer Sadhana 2024 Online with Karen Major
Friday June 21-Thursday June 27; 6:30-8am
Cost: $155 (inc hst) paid by June 13, $185 (inc hst) paid after
NEW: **Monthly In Person Saturday ‘All Level’ workshops on 3rd Saturday of month (some date exceptions may apply depending on holidays) (contact Karen for preregistration and location/details)
Advanced payment required by Thursday week earlier ; $23 plus hst $3 = Total $26.00, afterwards if space available, $28 + hst 3.65= $31.65.
Saturday Jan 20; 9-10:30 Fees due by Jan 11 Cancelled
Saturday Feb 17; 9-10:30 Fees due by Feb 8
Saturday March 16; 9-10:30 Fees due by March 7 Cancelled
Saturday April 20; 9-10:30 Fees due by April 11
Saturday May 18; 9-10:30 Fees due by May 9
Saturday June 15; 9-10:30 Fees due by June 6
Saturday July 20; 9-10:30 Fees due by July 11
For information about Workshops offered please contact the studio
Credits are offered only if your space is filled and are subject to a $25 + hst cancellation fee (unless there is a special guest teacher; special cancellation fees may apply)
Fall/winter 2024
CANCELLED until further notice Saturday ‘All Level’ In Person workshops (space no longer available until we can find a new space)
Jawahar Bangera from India returns online!
Friday November 22, Saturday November 23, Sunday November 24; 7:30-10am ET each day. For international queries: GMT 12:30-3pm (+5:30 hours or 6pm-8:30 IST) Recordings will be available
Cost: Early Bird fee $175 + 22.75 hst= $197.75 before November 4, After $210.00 + 27.30 hst= $237.30
Pranayama series coming January 2025 6 weeks on Wednesdays 7:30-8:30am, January 15- Feb 26 (No class week of Sadhana Jan 29): $90 + hst 11.70= $101.70
Winter Sadhana 2025 Online with Sue Brimner
Friday Jan 24-Thursday Jan 30; 6:30-8am
Cost: $165 (inc hst) paid by Jan 16, $195 (inc hst) paid after
Contact US
Contact US
Contact us at
Tel: 519 495.4859
Email majork8@gmail.com
Yoga Centre London
Iyengar Yoga
London, Ontario
Canada