What distinguishes the Iyengar method of yoga from other approaches?
The Iyengar system is pure to the original teachings of yoga. It follows the classical yoga method as Sanskrit is used to name the asanas, pranayama techniques and philosophical concepts. Over two hundred asanas and pranayama techniques have been developed by Mr. B.K.S. Iyengar, each incorporating all the steps of Patangali’s eight fold path of Astanga Yoga: yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. These methods have been systematized and are based on anatomical principals. For each asana there is a correct position for each body part so that each individual body part as well as the various physiological systems may function to their greatest potential. Numerous aspects of the postures are examined and corrected to penetrate the many anatomical layers of the body. This requires raised awareness, concentration and absorption by the sadhaka. The constant interchange between body and mind of each subtle movement and action experienced in an asana is a type
