yoga philosophy
study group

This group is a dedicated space for us to explore the vast and profound world of yoga beyond the physical postures, guided by the book Light on Life, by B.K.S. Iyengar. Together, we will explore his profound insights on the integration of body, mind, and soul, and how the practice of yoga illuminates our path. It's a space for deep reading, thoughtful discussion, and shared discovery. It's about cultivating a more meaningful and integrated understanding of this ancient practice.

If you are a curious student, a seasoned practitioner, or a yoga teacher wanting to enrich your understanding of yoga philosophy, you are welcome here.

It is open to students, teachers, and trainees who have a sincere desire to learn and have a community of like-minded people.

Our discussions will follow the structure of the book Light on Life, covering themes such as the koshas or the five layers of existence.

We meet every other Saturday for approximately 90 minutes. This timing allows us to have a meaningful discussion without feeling rushed.

All our meetings are held online via Zoom, so you can join from anywhere in the world. This allows us to build a global community of practitioners learning and growing together. The recordings are made available after each session.

Yes. We understand that life happens, so all sessions are recorded. If you can't make it live, you will have access to the recording to watch at your convenience. However, we highly encourage live participation to benefit from the group discussion and collective energy.

Yes, this is strongly suggested. Our entire study is structured around this book. To ensure everyone can participate fully in our discussions, I will be assigning specific pages to be read before each meeting. Having the book in hand is essential to the experience.

No prior expertise is required, only an open mind and a sincere desire to learn. This is a space for collective study where we support each other. Your presence and perspective are valued.

The primary focus of our study group will always be the exploration of the text through discussion. However, to help ground our energy and prepare our minds for learning, we may open some sessions with a short, guided practice. These openings might include gentle asana (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), and/or a brief meditation.