Yoga Dipam

Yoga Dipam is the premier Iyengar Yoga institute in Chennai that presents the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar, considered the foremost authority of yoga in modern times. His approach develops self-awareness through precision in the physiological structure and attention to the subtleties of body, breath, and mind. Iyengar Yoga readily accommodates students of all ages, body types, capacities, and medical histories. No one is too old, too stiff or out of shape-all that is required is keen willingness to learn and a genuine curiosity about the subject . Authentic Iyengar certified teachers are unparalleled in their rigorous and consistent training. Stemming from the depths of his own rigorous practice, Iyengar’s teachings have systematically evolved precise posture (asana) and breathing (pranayama) techniques with a firm philosophical base; according to this unique perspective, asana and pranayama are the means by which the practice of yoga can be internalized. This method of yoga is recognized for its thorough exploration of poses as they relate to the physical, emotional, spiritual, physiological and psychological aspects of each individual student. Yogic studies in the iyengar tradition move from gross to subtle. Since one’s gross physical body that includes arms, legs , the spine etc is readily tangible and perceptible to everybody, instructions directed at this level can easily be understood by one and all. With time, the practice transitions to a deeper plane that addresses the organic body and mind. As the practice matures, the student is refined in their study of the subject and can penetrate it with a more mature and holistic approach. Practice of pranayama begins around this time as students can understand and relate to aspects of breath training. Practitioners readily realize that the subject is not just physical but in fact a deep subtle approach that undoubtedly requires the integration and application of the mind. Iyengar’s teachings are deeply grounded in the yoga sutras of Patanjali, an ancient summation of the path of yoga considered to be at least 5,000 years old.