Welcome to our historic Iyengar yoga studios in Maida Vale, North London. First established in former artists’ premises back in 1983, today you’ll find beautiful, purpose-built studios that were completed in 1994.

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Amongst the many yoga teachers who gave their time and money to help provide the dedicated facilities (originally known as the Iyengar yoga Institute) was B.K.S. Iyengar. He raised funds, visited and taught here, and opened the building in 1994.

Here’s a more in-depth look at the design of our building, followed by our exciting and ambitious proposals for a dynamic expansion.

Clean, crisp simplicity of yoga studios helps unite mind and matter

Clarity, control and peace – these simple attributes are at the heart of our studios, creating the ideal environment for your Iyengar yoga practice.

Tucked away down a wooded lane in Maida Vale, the front elevation comprises a stout, low wall, evocative of the fortified walls of a medieval keep. Beyond is a small courtyard, then a glazed timber screen enclosing the spacious, light-filled reception hall.

On entering the centre you’ll be struck by its brightness and simplicity. The flooring is pale maple wood, (please remove your shoes as you enter), and natural light pours in through a grid of square light ceiling wells and full-height glazing. Our large yoga studio occupies the rear portion of the building, and can be divided into three smaller units by fold-back acoustic partition screens.

The architect’s aim was to achieve a perfect union of mind and matter, and the design of the Iyengar Yoga London studios reflects yoga philosophy, helping free you from external disturbance. Underfloor heating makes the timber flooring warm and comfortable to sit and lie on, and panels of opaque glass blocks let in light and protect privacy. On the gable wall, glass doors look out on a small sheltered garden.

We invite you to come and experience the unique Iyengar yoga studios and environment for yourself.