Here are the results for the Introductory II in Ottawa November 8-10, 2019 All candidates successful: Samantha Bederman Toronto, ON Mamta Bobde Toronto, ON Martha Cronyn Toronto, ON Nehal Pandya Toronto, ON Andrea Kraus Toronto, ON Scott Harris Fredericton, NB…
Introductory II Vancouver November 22-24, 2019 Intermediate Senior 1 Calgary March 27-29, 2020 Introductory II London November 6-8, 2020 Intermediate Junior 1 Ottawa November 13-15, 2020 Introductory II Edmonton Fall 2020
Here are the results for the Intermediare Junior 3 in Victoria November 8-10, 2019 All candidates successful: Azita Bafekr Thornhill, ON/Iran Pamela Nelson Christopher Lake, SK Susan Brimner London, ON Melissa Perehudoff Kelowna, BC Vivek Mehta Calgary, AB Sooyoun Ham …
First Impressions IYAC/ACYI recently held its 2019 conference and AGM in Winnipeg. For several students – some long-time practitioners and others newer to Iyengar Yoga – this year's event was their first IYAC/ACYI conference & AGM. Below, Duncan McNairnay, Lois…
The Lion of Pune Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and poet Hilary Phillips of Flesherton ON, penned these words to honour B.K.S. Iyengar. For fifteen years in a very small town, I’ve been teaching yoga to old and to young. Not…
IYAC/ACYI recently held its 2019 conference and AGM in Winnipeg. Inspired by the Yoga Sutras, before each asana session, Senior Teachers Leslie Hogya and Judith Mirus shared some thoughts with us. Below, are Leslie's personal reflections about creating and delivering…
What is your name and where do you study Iyengar Yoga? Ankita Vaidya. I am a student of Karen's at Yoga Centre London, London, Ontario, Canada How long have you been practicing Iyengar yoga? I started with Karen about…
This variation of Adho Mukha Svanasana using the Simhasana bench is my go-to when I am searching for lift and traction in the hips. It also challenges my arm strength and I find it to be a good preparation…
When practicing Simasana II, it is difficult for me to release the pubic bone towards the floor and keep the tailbone engaged. The shape of the Simhasana bench allows my pelvic region to settle and spread. - Nehal Pandya,…
I am recovering from an ankle injury and so I really enjoy this presentation of Ardha Matsyendrasana. The Simhasana bench allows me to modify the foot position in a way that feels safe and accessible but at the same time,…