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. On a regular basis he 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 has healed 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 will be in my teacher's intensive 1-7 March and am teaching all classes with the exception of the following:

1 March, Monday 9-10:30a - cancelled
3 March, Wednesday 4:30-6p - cancelled

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
Saturday 11:15-12:45a (Level 1-2)

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

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

5 March - 30 April, Level 2 Foundation "in-class" Series, Fridays 6-7:30p
6 March - 1 May, Level 2 Foundation "in-class" Series, Saturdays 11:15a-12:45p
This series will build upon the foundation of Level-1 classes with expanded, deeper study including asana of Level-2. Each class will build upon previous classes, with the general categories of Level-2 asana taught in logical sequence: standing, seated, forward bending, twisting, inverted, back bending, jumpings (sun salutations), and restorative asana. This series will be taught within the regular Saturday 11:15-12:45pm class time. Class pass holders and drop-ins are welcome. Online class reservation is recommended to reserve a space. ~ Contact Yoga Garden to register for Fridays. Contact Bija Yoga to register for Saturdays.

13 March - 3 April, 4-week Pranayama Series, Saturdays 3-4:30p
From Light on Pranayama by B.K.S. Iyengar, "'Prana' means breath, respiration, life, vitality, energy or strength. When used in the plural, it denotes certain vital breaths or currents of energy (prana-vayus). 'ayama' means stretch, extension, expansion, length, breadth, regulation, prolongation, restraint or control." This series of 4 classes will introduce the art and technique of pranayama, helping either to establish a pranayama practice or deepen an existing one. Students should have at least 1 year of consistent experience in the Iyengar method and a comfort with Level 2 classes. "When the breath is irregular, the mind wavers; when the breath is steady, so is the mind. - Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Contact Yoga Garden to register

21 March, Vernal Equinox 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 ~ Contact Yoga Garden to register

18 April, Workshop at The Yoga Loft, Albany, NY
Sunday 9:30-12p and 2-4p
Contact The Yoga Loft to register, for information Marge McGreevy 518.482.8124 or Gerry McDonald 518.438.2557

1 August, Workshop in Sacramento, CA
Sunday 10-1 at 3200 Riverside Blvd, Suite A.
$60 before 19 July, $65 thereafter
To register, check payable to: Mary Chan, 5801 Brandon Way, Sacramento, CA, 95820 for information 916.731.4831 or ma9777@aol.com

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. $65 / $55 ~ Contact Bija Yoga to register

17-19 December, Winter Solstice Workshop, Save the Dates
This multi-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. Location is TBD within short driving distance of San Francisco.

Contact

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

While you're here, why not join my email list? Throughout the year I send half a dozen or so emails regarding schedule updates, workshops, and series. Only I use this list. I'm not going to sell it. So there's very little for you to worry about. Send me an email to join and if you ever want "off," just say so.