Iyengar Yoga

Alaric Newcombe
Wed
20 May
6:30 pm
90mins
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Only suitable for those with at least ' 2 years regular yoga practice.

This more challenging class focuses on developing strength, flexibility, and correct body alignment through a progressive sequence of postures.  

Iyengar yoga is internationally respected for its vigour and sophisticated understanding of physical and mental movement. It focuses on developing strength, flexibility, and correct body alignment through a progressive sequence of postures.

Regular practice also develops greater body and mind awareness,  vitality, calm and an enhanced sense of well-being.

Alaric’s teaching is lively, insightful and playful. His long teaching experience enables him to give precise individual adjustments while maintaining good group momentum.

Not suitable for women who are up to 12 weeks pregnant or those who are pregnant and not familiar with yoga modifications.

Meet the teacher

Alaric Newcombe

Alaric has been practising Iyengar yoga since 1983 and teaching it since 1991. He is a Level 3 Iyengar Yoga teacher.

Alaric’s teaching is lively, insightful and playful. His long teaching experience enables him to give precise individual adjustments while maintaining good group momentum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event suitable for me?
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All classes are suitable for complete beginners unless otherwise stated. Please inform the teacher before starting a class if you have any injury or health condition or if you have recently had an operation.

What should I wear?
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There is no dress code, but for yoga classes it’s best to wear loose comfortable clothing.

Do I need to bring anything?
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Our Yoga Studio is fully equipped, so there is no need to bring your own mat. If coming to a course or workshop you might want to bring a notebook and pen. 

Do I need to take my shoes off?
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We ask everyone to remove their shoes before entering our shrine rooms or yoga studio. You can leave your shoes in the designated areas. 

How do I get to North London Yoga Space?
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We are a 5–10 minute walk from three stations: Highbury & Islington, Holloway Road, and Drayton Park. Bus routes 21, 43, 263, and 393 stop nearby. We are also on the C38 Cycleway, with plenty of bike racks close by on Fieldway Crescent. There is no on-site parking, and nearby streets are mostly resident-only.

Is the building accessible?
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While we have an internal lift to the shrine rooms and yoga studio, please be aware there are four steep steps at our main street-level entrance without a ramp or lift. On the ground floor, you’ll find an accessible toilet. Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss your specific access needs.

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