Selise Stewart is a certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor,  a native Houstonian and a graduate of The University of Texas. Selise has been studying, practicing and teaching Yoga Asana for over 10 Years in Houston.

Iyengar YOGA was developed by world renowned living Yoga Master B.K.S. Iyengar. Iyengar Yoga is known for its precise emphasis on skeletal alignment and muscle action. Props are used as well as detailed instruction and correction by the instructor so that each pose is safe, grounded and integrated. Integrated Asanas(poses) benefit all systems of the body: skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, digestive, nervous and immune. Anyone regardless of age, level of fitness or flexibility can benefit from Iyengar Yoga

Iyengar Yoga~Definition of Levels

Gentle Intro to Iyengar Yoga ~ For students NEW to the Iyengar System who wish to work more slowly in Asana, helpful for students who are "still and/or have specific physical limitations.

Level 1 ~For students NEW to the Iyengar System. Emphasizes alignment in Standing Poses, Back bends, Abdominal Poses, Seated Poses, Inversions. Detailed instruction and demonstration given in class by instructor, Props used  to assist students in attaining an aligned Asana (pose).

Level 2~ For students who have consistently studied Iyengar yoga for 8 weeks. Expected to have general knowledge of Level 1 Poses. Sequences are more rigorous with keen attention given to inversions and back bends. Students continue to work in and learn all categories of Asana.

Level 2.5 ~ Must ask instructor for permission. Students required to have thorough knowledge of Level 1 & 2 Poses. Classes are rigorous, Intro to Pranayama and Restorative work.