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Warwickshire Iyengar Yoga

Bringing yoga to people of all ages and abilities through BKS Iyengar’s unique teaching methods.

Warwickshire Iyengar Yoga CIC is a registered not-for-profit, social enterprise founded in June 2022.

20/08/2025

“I always tell people, live happily and die majestically”

Remembering B.K.S Iyengar on the 11th Punyatithi

18/08/2025

Supta Virasana

From sitting in virasana the trunk reclines back to the appropriate support which could be the floor or higher. The arms extend over the head initially but can also be positioned like Savasana. The tailbone lengthens and chest remains lifted.

• Stretches the abdominal organs and pelvic region
• Lengthens quadricep muscles
• Aids digestion
• Provides relief for aching or tired legs

Candy will be teaching a new Beginners/ Mixed ability class Thursday mornings at 10 from 11th September - all are welcome 💛

15/08/2025

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana isn’t about pushing up with brute force—
It’s about lifting from within. 🔥
If your lower back feels compressed or your chest feels flat in Urdhva Mukha Svanasana, here’s how to reset your alignment the Iyengar way:
👇 6 Powerful Cues to Lift from Within:
1. Back ribs in, front body rises. Draw the upper back ribs in to lift the chest—this opens the front body from the inside out.
2. Lift the upper abdomen. Don’t let it drop! Draw the upper belly upward—this is the real source of the pose’s energy and structure.
3. Protect your lower back. Avoid collapsing. Let the front thighs move back and the buttocks descend to support the lift.
4. Broaden from the heart. Widen your collarbones and guide the shoulders down—keep the neck long and free.
5. Balance through hands AND feet. Don’t dump into the wrists. Press firmly through both hands and tops of feet—active legs protect the spine.
6. Let breath do the lifting.
- Inhale: Lift chest and upper belly.
- Exhale: Soften and release tension.

True alignment comes from awareness, not force.
Practice from the inside—and your pose will transform.

💾 Save this for your next backbend session.

🌍 https://www.bksiyengaryogashala.com/

10/08/2025

In Iyengar yoga, straightening the legs in poses is a key element that enhances energy flow, improves circulation, and promotes overall body awareness. It’s not just about achieving a straight line; it’s about actively engaging the muscles and creating a sense of length and expansion throughout the limb. This focus on alignment and extension helps to refine the poses and deepen the practice.

Here’s a more detailed explanation:
• Creating Lines of Energy: Straightening limbs, including legs, creates clear and lengthened lines of energy through the body. This channeling of prana (life force) through the nadis (energy channels) helps to remove blockages and allows energy to flow more freely.
• Expansion and Tension Release: Actively straightening and lengthening the legs in Iyengar yoga facilitates expansion, both physically and energetically. This expansion helps to decompress joints, release unnecessary muscular tension, and open up the body.
• Improving Circulation: Straight legs, especially in standing poses, support better blood flow and circulation. This improved circulation nourishes the tissues and contributes to a greater sense of vitality.
• Building Stamina: Poses that require straight, strong legs, such as Ardha Chandrasana, Virbhadrasana 3 encourage energy flow and help build stamina.
• Mindfulness and Self-Awareness: Iyengar Yoga emphasizes body awareness and control, which can be enhanced through mindful attention to leg alignment. This mindful connection promotes mental clarity, reduces stress, and brings a sense of peace.

08/08/2025

Why do some stick with yoga for life, while others drift away?
Satkaar — the quiet force behind a lifelong yoga practice.
It's easy to start. But what sustains you for years?
Not just habit. Not just flexibility goals.
Faith. Devotion. Reverence.
When your practice becomes your first love, distractions fade.
You stop asking “Is it working?” and start experiencing transformation.
✨ Stay steady. Stay sacred.
Your mind learns stillness through your heart’s commitment.

🔁 Save this for the days you feel like skipping the mat.
📥 Share with a friend who’s walking the path.

🌍 https://www.bksiyengaryogashala.com/

28/07/2025

Ustrasana

Shins and feet press down, tailbone lengthens, chest lifts and head and neck coil back. Arms extend so the hands can reach the feet

• Strengthens the muscles of the spine
• Removes stiffness in the back, neck and shoulders
• Tones thighs and gluteal muscles

20/07/2025

Parivrtta Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana

Arm reaches to hold the outer foot of opposite leg which extends. Spine lifts and a strong rotation brings the torso to face in the direction of the lifted leg.

* Tones and strengthens legs
* Improves balance
* Brings flexibility to hips, shoulders and neck

We run classes for a range of abilities, link in the bio for bookings 🪷

25/06/2025

Wonderful Urdhva Mukha Svanasana!

The arms and legs work strongly to lift and lengthen the spine, the chest opens and the shoulder blades move in.

* Rejuvenates the spine and pelvis
* Strengthens the spine
* Expands lungs
* Relieves backache

All our teachers are IYENGAR yoga certified - classes 7 days a week. Book at warwickshireiyengaryoga.co.uk

03/06/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Candy Seifas to our teaching team! Starting Saturday, 7 June, Candy will be leading a Mixed Ability class every Saturday from 8:00–9:30am.

If you’re familiar with Iyengar Yoga and can do Sarvangasana (shoulder stand) without assistance, this class is perfect for you!

We’re so happy to have you with us, Candy! 🧘‍♀️

Book a class with us: https://warwickshireiyengaryoga.co.uk/classes/

for all

29/04/2025

Great photoshoot with our new teacher, Lauren, yesterday!

Join her or any of our teachers on the mat at our fully-equipped studio in the heart of Leamington Spa - easily accessible by bus or train.

If you're new to yoga or haven't tried Iyengar Yoga you will learn how to execute poses correctly, safely and for maximum physical and mental benefit.

🔗 Reserve your place now: https://warwickshireiyengaryoga.co.uk/classes/

22/04/2025

✨𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁!✨
Lauren, our wonderful new teacher is bringing a new
𝗠𝗶𝘅𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝘆𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮 class to the timetable!

🗓️ 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Mondays, 1:00–2:30 PM
📅 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀: Monday, 28 April
📍 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: 24 Clemens Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 2DL
💻 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: warwickshireiyengaryoga.co.uk/classes/ £12 for 90 minutes.

This class is perfect for fitting in some 'me time' before the school run. It’s ideal for yogis who have attended Iyengar Yoga regularly for
𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝟭 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 or with Lauren’s permission. Please be able to do 𝗦𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗮 (𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱) 𝘂𝗻𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱.

Come and join us in our fully equipped studio and experience authentic Iyengar teaching in a welcoming space. ✨

🔗 Reserve your place now: https://warwickshireiyengaryoga.co.uk/classes/

07/04/2025

🌟 Meet Lauren! 🌟
Our wonderful new teacher is learning the ropes at the studio here in Leamington Spa, and we couldn't be more excited to have her on the team! 🧘‍♀️✨

Come and say hello and join her on the mat:
🗓 Wednesdays | 10:00–11:30am
🗓 Fridays | 1:30–3:00pm

Come and share the good vibes 💛

Address

24 Clemens Street

CV31 2DL

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 19:00
Thursday	08:00 - 19:00
Friday	08:00 - 19:00

Telephone

+447385920525

Website

https://warwickshireiyengaryoga.co.uk/

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