Bringing Energy & Fun to Structured Practice

With so many yoga studios and classes available, it can be hard to know which one is right for you. Feeling connected to your teacher and the community they create is crucial to building consistency. Regardless of your experience or fitness level, a sense of support is so important to developing a practice you can sustain anywhere life takes you. Iyengar teachers are highly trained and specialized to ensure you optimize your physical health, and progress as gradually or as quickly as your body allows. This structured, thoughtful approach ensures each student feels supported, both literally with props, and emotionally with encouragement, through every stage of their yoga journey. 

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Deanne Orrell 

Originally from Perth, Australia, De’s life is shaped by three core values: courage, hard work, and making a difference. A lifelong athlete, entrepreneur, and passionate volunteer, De’s dedication to Iyengar Yoga began as a student at Bend Over Backwards in 2003, and grew into a committed teacher training practice. Through hundreds of hours of training, she now holds her Level 2 certification. De is thrilled to offer all that she’s learned to her students, both in studio and online. Her teaching style is structured but fun, supportive but energetic, and always, always student-focused. 

What Is Iyengar Yoga? 

Iyengar yoga is a form of Hatha yoga emphasizing precise alignment, controlled breathing, and the use of props to enhance posture and accessibility. It’s known for its deliberate, methodical approach, focusing on building strength, flexibility, and body awareness through longer holds of asanas. 

  • Precise Alignment: Iyengar yoga places great emphasis on the precise alignment of the body in each pose, promoting proper body mechanics and preventing injuries. 
  • Use of Props: Props like blocks, straps, and blankets are used to modify poses, making them accessible to students of all levels and abilities.  
  • Deliberate and Controlled: Iyengar yoga is characterized by slower, more controlled movements and longer holds of poses, allowing for deeper engagement and strengthening of muscles. 
  • Focus on Sequencing: Poses are arranged in a specific sequence to build upon each other and create a cohesive flow. 
  • Gradual Progress: Iyengar yoga promotes a gradual approach to learning, with students encouraged to focus on their own individual progress and limitations. 

Benefits of Iyengar Yoga  

  • Improved Flexibility and Range of Motion : The emphasis on precise alignment and longer holds of poses helps increase flexibility and range of motion.  
  • Increased Strength and Stability: Iyengar yoga strengthens the body, stabilizing muscles, and promoting better posture and balance. 
  • Reduced Stress and Improved Mental Focus: The focus on controlled breathing and mindful movements can help reduce stress and improve mental clarity.  
  • Body Awareness: Iyengar yoga encourages a deeper understanding of the body and its movements, promoting greater body awareness. 
  • Therapeutic Benefits: Iyengar yoga can be beneficial for individuals recovering from injuries or managing chronic conditions