Special topic workshops guide the experienced yoga student to a deeper understanding of the effects of asana practice and sequencing.

Workshop Fees:

• 90 minutes $18; 2 hours $22, unless otherwise noted.
• Workshops without sufficient enrollment may be canceled.
• To register contact the studio.

Building a Strong Core with Michelle
Saturday, February 11; 2:00-4:00 pm

There is more to building your core strength than doing sit-ups. Michelle’s recent injury has taught her a great deal about the importance of core strength and how to improve it.  She shares this knowledge with experienced students who have at least one previous session of Iyengar Yoga.

Special Topics Classes
February Mondays; 7:45-9:15 pm

February 6 -;Just for Women with Tara
Emphasis on postures for the physical and psychological well-being of women.

February 13 - Partner Yoga with Angela & Michelle
For Valentine’s Day fun, bring someone you care about and you’ll work together on poses. Only one partner needs to have experience. A fun way to introduce someone to yoga as you get to use them as a prop!

February 20 -Restorative Yoga with Angela
Perfect way to begin the week and get rid of the stress that Mondays often cause.

February 27 -Yoga and Inspiration with Michelle
A combination of yoga, writing, meditation, and discussion as only Michelle can devise. This popular recurring class is sure to make an impression on you.

Tapas Practice Class for Experienced Students with Pat
Sunday, March 4; 3:00-5:00 pm

These classes are designed to explore some of the more challenging poses often neglected in practice and class.  Sequencing and home practice suggestions will be shared.  Students should be strong in the standing poses, able to hold Salamba Sarvangasana for 5 minutes, do Sirsasana, and kick up into Adho Mukha Vrksasana.

Developing Strength and Stamina with Yoga with Angela
Saturday, March 10; 2:00-4:00 pm

One of the hallmarks of Iyengar Yoga is the emphasis on standing poses to build flexibility, strength, stamina and balance. B.K.S. Iyengar believes that "mastery of the standing poses prepares the pupil for the advanced poses" Experienced students can benefit from sequences of poses that emphasize the aerobic and strengthening qualities of yoga. Participants should have no injuries, at least 6 months in level 1 be able to do salamba sarvangasana.

Joan White Workshop
April 20-22

One of the most senior Iyengar teachers in the US, Joan studies regularly with the Iyengars and brings a deep knowledge from her own practice to her teaching. This is Joan’s first workshop in Seattle and we are honored to have her at THIY. Read more about Joan at her website. You can reserve your place with a $25 deposit. Download a registration form.

Yoga Therapeutic Applications for Teachers with Felicity Green
-to be rescheduled-

This two-part workshop will examine 3 or 4 major problem areas such as knees, neck, or hips.

Felicity will help teachers understand proper modifications of poses to foster improvement in those areas. Participants must currently be teaching yoga and have a background in Iyengar Yoga. This is not a class in therapeutic yoga, but rather how it can be adapted for the general classroom situation. Part II will be a follow-up of information and assignments given in Part I.

Part I & II: $150; Part I: $85; Part II: $85

From time to time, Tree House Iyengar Yoga hosts special events at the studio that bring our students, teachers, and their families and friends together off the yoga mat. Our events range from potluck dinners, to classes on yoga philosophy, and fundraisers for various charities or scholarships. We have a vibrant and diverse community with a shared interest in living a meaningful life.

We hope that you will join us at our next event.