Yoga Vaani 88 – December 2006
Mind – A Constituent of Chitta
BKS Iyengar explains the types of sorrows (afflictions/klesas), their causes, and the role of citta (consciousness) in their eradication. He clarifies the composition of citta and how the mind functions as a constituent of it.
A Friday Morning Practice with Guruji
Detailed notes of BKS Iyengar's personal practice session on February 24, 2006 at RIMYI, documenting his asana practice, adjustments given to his granddaughter Abhijata, and teaching methodology emphasizing attention, alignment, and progressive refinement.
Why Practice Difficult Asanas
Geeta Iyengar addresses the question of why advanced asanas are necessary for spiritual development, explaining how difficult asanas serve to penetrate consciousness and develop a dispassionate mind through the practice of tapas.
Teaching Children in Broome
Richard Mayhew shares his experience teaching yoga to 26 children aged 11-12 in Broome, Western Australia, describing his teaching methodology, sequencing, and the challenges and rewards of sharing yoga with young students.
Patanjali Yoga Sutra CD Set
Announcement of a new and remastered triple audio CD set of the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali from RIMYI, approved by Sri BKS Iyengar, featuring recitation by Pandit Sri ST Nagaraj and an introduction by Iyengar.
A Yogic Intervention for Young Adults with Depression
Summary of a UCLA study examining the effects of a beginner's Iyengar yoga course on depression, anxiety, and cortisol levels in 28 depressed young adults, demonstrating significant mood improvement through chest-opening and backbend-focused sequences.
A Children's Yoga Story - an Idea for a Children's Yoga Class
A creative children's yoga class framework combining asana practice with storytelling, using the narrative of 'The Great Battle of Virabhadra and Garuda' to engage 30 children across multiple age groups with yoga postures.
The Divine Fish and the Warrior: A Story of Garuda's Wisdom
A spiritual narrative featuring mythological characters (Garuda, Virabhadra, Matsya, and other animals) that teaches lessons about the limitations of relying solely on one sense, the importance of mastering all senses, and wisdom in avoiding unnecessary conflict. The story emphasizes that true warrior strength comes from self-mastery rather than power over others.
Association News - December 2006
Official organizational updates from the BKS Iyengar Yoga Association of Australia covering Board membership for 2007, new procedures for the Teachers' Committee, and new projects including website development, promotion campaigns, membership drives, and plans for a 2008 National Convention in Melbourne.
Teaching Iyengar Yoga to Teenagers in High Schools
A comprehensive guide for yoga teachers on effectively teaching Iyengar Yoga to teenagers in high school settings, covering challenges unique to adolescents, practical teaching strategies, use of props and space, and specialized approaches including restorative poses and menstrual awareness practices.
Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis
Part 1 of a two-part article explaining spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis conditions affecting the lower spine, their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Karen Wilde, an experienced yoga teacher and physiotherapist, provides information to help yoga teachers identify and support students with these conditions.
Vision for Bellur
Report on the progress and achievements of the Bellur Krishnamachar & Seshamma Smaraka Niddhi Trust (BKSSNT) in transforming Guruji's birthplace, including the Ramamani Iyengar High School, guest house, hospital, and free eye camp organized with advanced tele-medicine technology.
Inauguration of the mobile refraction unit
Report on India's first mobile refraction unit inaugurated at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial School on June 7, 2006, attended by BKS Iyengar and other dignitaries. The article describes an eye camp serving villagers with cataract detection and health education.
The Bellur Trust
Description of the Bellur Krishnamachar and Seshamma Smaraka Niddhi Trust's work in Bellur village where BKS Iyengar was born, including primary school construction, water supply provision, temple rebuilding, and future plans for technical and nursing colleges with free education initiatives.
Yoga for Teens
Article describing a yoga workshop with teenage track athletes in rural Oregon, focusing on addressing tight hamstrings, postural issues, and muscular imbalances through targeted asanas and back strengthening exercises suitable for young athletes.
Yoga and Exam Stress
16-year-old student describes how yoga practice helps manage exam stress through relaxation, tension relief, and improved focus, allowing for mental breaks during revision periods and addressing physical tension from prolonged desk work.
Yoga for Teens with Scoliosis
Comprehensive article on teaching yoga to teenagers with scoliosis, covering scoliosis types and patterns, therapeutic benefits of asana practice for alignment and spine strengthening, and specific teaching approaches including postural awareness and de-rotation techniques.
Teaching Yoga to Children
A comprehensive summary of teaching methodologies for children's yoga classes, compiled from various articles by Guruji and Geetaji, covering age-appropriate approaches, memory development, sequencing techniques, and the use of linking poses.
Studying at RIMYI, Pune
Information and application guidelines for students wishing to study at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute (RIMYI) in Pune, including pre-requisites, admission procedures, and attendance policies.
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