A Week with Raya Uma Datta in Vancouver
Part Three: What We Take Home. The week with Raya drew more participants than any community gathering in the Association’s history. The group photograph captures the smiles of people who …
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A Week with Raya Uma Datta in Vancouver
Part Two: Familiar Poses and Unexpected Questions. The first day’s kick-off was energetic, featuring a series of standing poses. Who was able to hold Virabhadrasana III for the full proposed …
A Week with Raya Uma Datta in Vancouver
Part One: The Beginning of a Shared Practice. After two and a half hours of trying to master Vrischikasana, Raya sat against a wall, exhausted and frustrated. The pose was …
Spring Has Sprung!
As we enjoy the cherry blossoms and sunshine, Board members have been busy bees behind the scenes. In December 2025, we began a strategic planning process to shape the future …
In Memory of Jodie Werier
It was in the early 90’s when Jodie Werier and I met. She came to the first Iyengar Yoga class I taught at the Douglas Park Community Centre. Energetic looking, …
Corinne Skrobot 1961-2026
Corinne Skrobot, a dedicated Iyengar yoga student and teacher, an active member of our community, and a generous friend, passed away in the early hours of Friday March 20th at …
Equanimity: Reflections on a Workshop with Brian Hogencamp
Some workshops stay with you not because of one dramatic moment, but because of the quality of attention they awaken. The recent Equanimity workshop with senior Iyengar Yoga teacher Brian …
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Finding Balance Across Borders: My Journey with Iyengar Yoga
From a very young age, I was inspired by my Mom, a dedicated yoga and meditation practitioner, to begin practicing yoga. Watching her steady commitment and seeing how she met …
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IYAC Conference with Abhijata Iyengar
At the recent IYAC conference with Abhijata Iyengar in Montreal (April 24-27, 2025), I gave a speech highlighting the history, current landscape, and spirit of Iyengar Yoga in British Columbia—one …
DIY yoga bolster
Join Linda Shevloff in this DIY tutorial as she demonstrates how to make two types of yoga bolsters: Pranayama bolsters and an Asana bolster. Linda guides you step by step …
2024 Workshop with Louie Ettling
Our recent workshop with Louie Ettling drew a full house of 65 enthusiastic Iyengar yoga students eager for a weekend of community and practice. We embarked on a journey, beginning …
Year End Reflection: From Uncertainty to Growth!
As we close the chapter on 2023, take a journey with us. We began the year with just 3 board members, uncertain about the future of the Iyengar Yoga Association …
