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Iyengar DVD/Video
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Orbilia
Posted 2006-04-05 5:15 AM (#48692)
Subject: Iyengar DVD/Video


I recently switched to Iyengar (about 3-4 months and 3 years Sivananda) and want some DVDs/Videos to assist me with the home element of my practise. I can largely remember the instructions for each pose but need some help with sequencing. I know Iyenagar has a range of material for sale but I was swamped with choice. Where do I start?

Thanks,

Fee

Edited by Orbilia 2006-04-05 5:16 AM
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tourist
Posted 2006-04-05 9:49 AM (#48702 - in reply to #48692)
Subject: RE: Iyengar DVD/Video



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Fee - I don't really do the video/dvd thing so I don't have recommendations. I like the book Yoga the Path to Holistic Health but the sequencing in that is not like the sequencing you would get in a typical Iyengar class. I hope someone else will have suggestions for you
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Orbilia
Posted 2006-04-05 11:09 AM (#48710 - in reply to #48702)
Subject: RE: Iyengar DVD/Video


A gap in your extensive Iyengii knowledge, Tourist? Surely not?!

Sorry, couldn't resist a gentle ribbing about your post.

I have the Light on Yoga revised edition but any book's a bit of an interrupter when practising unless you're focussing on a specific pose. I have one audio DVD but I'm getting bored of the routine and y'all know how low my boredom threshold is, right?



Fee
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tourist
Posted 2006-04-05 1:50 PM (#48724 - in reply to #48710)
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Yeah - that's why I don't do dvd's - low boredom threshold!
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Bay Guy
Posted 2006-04-05 9:44 PM (#48777 - in reply to #48692)
Subject: RE: Iyengar DVD/Video



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There are quite a number of demonstration videos (either tape or DVD) available. Many of these are videos of Guruji that are interesting, but not something that many people can follow along with. There are also a number that relate to teaching yoga; I haven't paid much attention to those, but I gather that they are various classes taught by Guruji, generally for the benefit of Iyengar teachers who are learning more about teaching.

One Iyengar teacher who has made several introductory level videos is Patricia Walden.  I believe that her videos are available on this (yoga.com) web site and also through Amazon.com.  I've seen clips from these, and her practice is truly exceptional. She's also an extremely well-regarded instructor. So, you might check out those vids.

For myself, I watch most yoga videos just once, to see what I can learn.  I can't practice to a video, since I tend to get lost in what I'm feeling.  The next pose comes as soon as I am ready for it, and no sooner.  I day-dream a lot too...as you can imagine, I'm a dreadful student.

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Orbilia
Posted 2006-04-06 6:09 AM (#48786 - in reply to #48777)
Subject: RE: Iyengar DVD/Video


Thanks very much for your help, Bay Guy. What you say about Iyengar's videos makes sense. I went through the list and couldn't see an obvious 'starter'.

I'm going to Amazon uk now to take a browse at Patricia's products.

Fee
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