Sri BNS Iyengar has many titles. Lovingly referred to as “Guruji” by his students, he is one of the world’s most revered Yogis, a renowned Sanskrit scholar, and a direct student of Sri T. Krishnamacharya, “the father of modern yoga,” whose knowledge of Yoga philosophy is unparalleled. As part of the peer group that developed in Mysore in the formative years of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, he is an important figure in the parampara, or lineage, of Mysore’s rich yoga heritage. Today, at age 99, he is the world’s elder living master and philosopher of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga who is still teaching Ashtanga Yoga today.

Guruji BNS will be teaching during the first part of the training, Sept 14-26.

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Sri T.R.S. Sharma is a highly respected scholar known for being one of the earliest direct students Sri Krishnamacharya. He is a celebrated academic who taught Shakespeare for 40 years, authored many books, flawlessly weaving western literature and philosophy into his deep knowledge of yoga asanas and philosophy.  Having grown up in the heart of Mysore Yoga Parampara and also educated in America, Dr. Sharma has great insight into yoga and the way it has spread throughout the world.

Sri Sharma will be appearing throughout the full month of our time together. Full lecture schedule and topics will be announced in early 2026.

Sri Shubha is the youngest daughter of Sri T. Krishnamacharya, who is widely regarded as the father of modern yoga. She has dedicated her life to preserving and sharing her father’s teachings, emphasizing the integration of breath and movement, and the importance of individualized practice. Sri Shubha continues to teach globally, offering insights into the traditional yoga lineage of her family.

Srishubha will be teaching for the 2nd half of the training, Sept. 27 - Oct. 10

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You will be staying and practicing at Chitravana Retreats. On the outskirts of the bustling city of Mysore, this resort is a space of pure peace and tranquility, surrounded by 6 acres of tropical forest. A swimming pool, amphitheater, and solitude can be found on the resort grounds for guest use. The property features 20 rooms and 10 cottages of the highest quality modern and comfortable accommodation.

The training will be fully catered by Sahana of Rasayana Mysore Kitchen. Sahana is a world-renowned Ayurvedic chef, and her meals are highly complementary to a daily yoga practice. Each day, guests will be provided with a full brunch and dinner consisting of delicious vegan/vegetarian Ayurvedic meals provided on site. We can say with full confidence that Rasayana Mysore Kitchen is the most amazing and highest quality food they’ve ever had in all of their journeys to Mysore over the years.

During our time together, we will go on several excursions and educational field trips into the legendary city of Mysore, including the iconic Chamundi Hill, Mysore Palace, Maharaja Sanskrit college, and other culturally important sites relevant to the history and development of Yoga.