Iyengar yoga is based upon innovations to classical hatha yoga as developed by B.K.S. Iyengar. With over 75 years of continuous practice, insightful teachings, and meticuluous study of the early yoga texts, his devotion to the art, science, and philosophy of yoga is world-renowned.

Brian Hogencamp is a student, practitioner, and certified instructor of Iyengar yoga. He lives in San Francisco and is a student and apprentice of Manouso Manos. He regularly returns to Pune, India to study with the Iyengar family, knowing that the distance between what is taught and what is learned can only be illumined by one’s own practice. With Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra as foundation, the writings of B.K.S., Geeta, and Prashant Iyengar provide structure to his textual study. Working with the therapeutic aspect of yoga and his teacher’s insight and guidance, he continues healing from a major injury. Brian’s consistent, dedicated practice continues to reveal to him the universality and completeness of the Iyengar approach to yoga. Drawing from this practice and evolving experience, and with deep gratitude for the teachings received, he is eager to share the light yoga can bring.

The Iyengar approach to yoga is rooted in the traditional eight limbs of yoga as prescribed by the ancient Indian sage, Patanjali, in his classic text, The Yoga Sutra-s. Postures or asana are practiced with precision and alignment; developing strength, flexibility, stamina, balance, and mental clarity. Props are often used to adapt the body to the asana and provide an insightful evolution toward perfection of the asana. The effects and benefits of practice are cumulative. These depend upon which, how, and in what sequence each asana is practiced. As the yoga practitioner progresses, awareness pierces beyond the physical body, bringing inner balance and harmon; a deeper absorption, a "meditation in action."

Schedule of Classes

NOTE: I am back from Pune, India, and teaching all classes as usual + the classes I am substitute teaching below.

The Abode of Iyengar Yoga
Monday 9-10:30a (Level 1-2)
Wednesday 4:30-6p (Level 1-2)
Saturday 9-10:30a (Level 1-3)

Bija Yoga
Monday 5-6:30p (Level 1-3)
Saturday 11:15-12:45a (Level 1-2)

Yoga Garden
Friday 6-7:30p (Level 1-2)
Sunday 9-11:00a (Level 2-3)

Classes I am Substituting

Yoga Garden
28 July Wed, 9-10:30a (Level 1-2)
30 July Fri, 9-10:30a (Level 1-2)

Individual Instruction

Private instruction is available. While there are good reasons to receive private instruction, often your needs can be addressed in general classes. Please call to discuss your specific needs.

Workshops and Series

1 August, Workshop in Sacramento, CA, Cancelled
due to studio relocation, will reschedule for future date

18 September, Autumnal Equinox Workshop, Saturday 11-2a and 4-6p
This one-day workshop will focus on asana in the morning and pranayama in the afternoon. Students should have one year of consistent experience in the Iyengar method. $70 ~ Contact Bija Yoga to register

29-30 October, Workshop in Bishop, CA, Friday 6-8 and Saturday 9-12p & 3-5p
Contact Bishop Yoga Massage Center to register or call 760.920.3764
$105 if received by 1 October, $120 thereafter

19 December, Winter Solstice Workshop, Sunday 8-11a and 2-4p
This one-day workshop will focus on asana in the morning and pranayama in the afternoon. Students should have one year of consistent experience in the Iyengar method. $65 week prior / $75 thereafter ~ Contact Yoga Garden to register

Photos from Pune

Click the photo for more photo's from my trip to Pune, India this past June.

Contact

You can email me at brian.hogencamp@gmail.com or call 415.312.0103.

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