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Iyengar Yoga for Every Body

byDivya NichaniNature-based retreats hosted around BengaluruStarts from₹68,000 Per Person (4 Nights / 5 Days)View full gallery

I use props like chairs, blocks, and straps to make Iyengar yoga accessible for everyone, regardless of age or flexibility. Come find your sweet spot and realign.

More Warrior, Less Worrier. In my classes, we use warrior poses to connect with our inner strength, confidence, and power. Using props like chairs helps everyone find the right alignment and feel grounded.

Systematic stretching with precision is key for athletes and runners. Here, we use chairs and other props in an Iyengar-inspired sequence to increase body awareness, improve mobility, and open the stride.

Preparing for Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) using chairs. This variation helps create space in the lower back and open the chest safely, boosting your mood and immunity with deep, supported backbends.

It's not just a workout, it's a "work in". We use supported postures and extended stays in each asana to develop emotional stability and deepen our inner journey, calming the fluctuations of the mind.

Stillness is about creating a clearing to feel, think, and dream. Here, I'm guiding students in a supported backbend over chairs, a restorative pose that calms the mind and opens the heart.

There's a special joy in learning and practicing together. This collage shows various moments from our studio sessions, from dynamic standing poses to restorative postures using ropes and bolsters.

On World Yoga Day, I use aerial silks to explore inversions and find a new perspective. Yoga is a path to peace, unity, and compassion, both on and off the mat.

We made Monday exciting with a kids' yoga workshop. Here, the children are creating a human pyramid, learning about teamwork, balance, and trust in a playful and supportive environment.

Introducing children to Pranayama (breathing exercises) and mindfulness in a fun way. Simple techniques can help kids cultivate harmony and focus, and the magic happens when they learn to connect with their breath.

A student finds deep relaxation in a supported restorative pose. Using a bolster and the wall allows the body to completely let go, which is essential for healing and recovery.

About Iyengar Yoga for Every Body

You don't need to be flexible to start. I use chairs, ropes, and blocks specifically to help you find stability, especially if you have back stiffness or joint pain. We focus on 'working in' rather than just 'working out,' holding postures long enough for your muscles and mind to actually release. It is about precision, not perfection.

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Divya Nichani

Nature-based retreats hosted around BengaluruStarts from ₹68,000 Per Person (4 Nights / 5 Days)

I’m Divya. I teach Iyengar yoga to help you connect with your body, not just work it out. Whether you are recovering from an injury or just looking to align your posture, my mat is a space where we use props to find comfort in every pose. Love you Zindagi!

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