THE FOCUS

Iyengar Yoga

Explore the precision and alignment of one pose at a time in this classical methodology that employs props to make all poses accessible. New England’s largest certified Iyengar faculty offers a comprehensive curriculum of drop-in classes, registration series, five levels of instruction, ropes, back care, pranayama, workshops, assessment preparation, mentorship and more.

Under the directorship of America’s most senior Iyengar teacher Patricia Walden and Boston’s beloved Nadja Refaie, the Iyengar school is named after B.K.S Iyengar (1918–2014), the 'Michelangelo of yoga' and Time Magazine's 100 most influential people.

INTELLIGENT INQUIRY

Perfect for beginners and students wanting to explore the fundamentals. You will learn basic standing, seated, twisted, back bending and beginner inversions (including shoulder stand) at a methodical, unhurried pace, using the props as needed.
Students well-versed in Level 1 poses refine their practice as intermediate poses are introduced, including headstand, handstand, next level backbends, twists and forward extensions. Shoulder stand experience is a prerequisite.
Seasoned students with a regular practice who are comfortable with inversions, and familiar with Sanskrit terminology develop strength and refinement in all groups of asanas, including backbends and arm balances.
Experienced students and teachers should request permission from Patricia to attend.
A well-rounded practice using poses that provide positive stress that stimulates bone remodeling and absorption of calcium and which enhance the musculoskeletal and endocrine systems vital for bone growth.
Students learn how to safely practice yoga for their individual back condition using poses that address back issues by increasing strength and flexibility for the whole body.
One of the 8 limbs of yoga, prana translates as breath, energy, and life force. Refining the meditative breath cultivates a positive presence throughout the rest of our day, affecting how we approach our daily tasks, ourselves and others.
Using the resistance and gravity-defying assistance of wall ropes lengthens and deepens your asana practice. Yoga Kurunta (‘yoga puppet’) is open to all levels, but not for those brand new to any yoga.

MASTERCLASS

Patricia Walden

The Iyengar lineage has a long tradition of Senior Faculty teaching the same group of committed students on a weekly basis in a truly progressive and cumulative sequence of instruction. Committing to a registration series allows students to experience the depth that comes from learning under a particular teacher year round and the joys of a shared language, experience, and consistent class environment. Register for Patricia Walden’s series in both Harvard Square, Brookline or livestream.