hatha Yoga tradition

In these days the education of a yoga student can have many shapes and formes. The traditionel Indian system of being a śisya, an apprentice living at the feet of the Guru is fading in the many formes of yoga we see in the west.

BKS Iyengar lived at his Gurus feet - he was the devoted student of Sri T. Krishnamacharya and his life work created a whole new linage that brought traditions of Hatha Yoga to the world, as the source to the tradition of Iyengar Yoga.

The thoroughness of the Iyengar Yoga tradition creates a path that makes it posible for the student to grow into the art of yoga and become mature. Yoga is an inner journey as much as an outward expression - integrating mind, body and spirit and maturing takes time.

The Iyengar Yoga tradition creates the highest quality of teachers who all go through extensive education and training before they are allowed to teach, creating a safe environment.

Anyone, at any age or physical condition can benefit from Iyengar Yoga because it teaches each individual to understand their imbalances and limitations, and correct them through the practice of yoga poses.

Although it looks easy, Yoga poses are challenging and demand precise concentration. Correct practice optimizes the body inside and out, developing flexibility, strength, balance and focus.

The Iyengar method is a safe and effective method for rehabilitating injuries, including organic imbalances like high blood pressure and asthma. Whether you are young, old, out of shape or in peak performance Iyengar Yoga can help you feel and perform better.

The use of props makes yoga attainable for everyone. It prevents one from overstreaching and makes it posible to sence the shape of the pose whitout being able to attain the full pose.

Yoga works with body, mind and spirit and with the Hatha Yoga tradition of Iyengar Yoga the time and space needed to evolve is possible.

I thank BKS Iyengar for his teachings and contribution and the possibility to pass on teachings of Hatha Yoga, as I welcome you all to Yoga!

Namaste, Mette Ørum