Blog Posts
Welcome to our Yoga Blog. We publish regular content about Iyengar yoga in the fields of Iyengar practice, yoga as it relates to health and medical issues (such as back pain), and yoga in relation to physical and mental wellbeing.
Self-Practice, Pranayama, and Restorative Classes
Central Yoga School has added some new specialist classes to our 2025 timetable. This post is a joint contribution of the teachers of each class (with a perky introduction from Jackie!) to clarify why these sessions are offered, and what to expect.
Cardio and Iyengar Yoga
When the Central Yoga School started in 1997 there were no gyms or group fitness classes in the vicinity. These days there seems to be at least one, if not a handful, on every street. Amidst the prevailing obsession over cardio workouts and aerobic activities, we take a look at the yogic viewpoint on cardiovascular health and fitness.
Listening To Your Body
Andrew Lim, a regular teacher at Central Yoga School, shares his thoughts on injuries and yoga practice.
The What, When, Why And How Of Restorative Yoga
Iyengar yoga is an adaptive practice that can be active and vigorous, or restorative and more reflective in nature. In this blog post we will explain what a restorative practice is, when to practise it, why it should be practised, and a suggested self-practice sequence.