Nanda, an Iyengar Yoga teacher, is deeply committed to the teachings of the late Guruji Sri B.K.S. Iyengar. He began his spiritual journey in the early 1990s and has followed seveal yoga masters to explore the mysteries of life. Additionally, Nanda immersed himself in Vedanta teachings from H.H. Swami Dayananda Saraswati at Rishikesh ashram. Infusing Vedanta's wisdom into his Iyengar Yoga classes, Nanda offers a holistic yoga experience. He passionately shares his journey, inviting others to explore life's profound secrets and mysteries alongside him.

Nanda believes, "Life is serene and blissful when we simply observe. But, it turns challenging and tiring, when we compel ourselves to act.”

According to Nanda, his lifelong quest for understanding life began at a young age. Throughout his journey, he has been fortunate to learn from numerous masters. While some of his inquiries have been resolved, many new ones have emerged. Each passing moment unveils the profound secrets of life and the enigmatic nature of the universe. Nanda openly shares his personal experiences and ongoing exploration, extending an invitation for others to embark on this transformative exploration alongside him.

Ans: These sessions are designed for dedicated Iyengar Yoga practitioners with 2 to 3 years of experience interested in deepening their practice. Certified Iyengar Yoga Teachers and current students of teacher training also can join to deepen their knowledge of yoga.

Ans: Since the sessions are tailored for those with a few years of experience in Iyengar Yoga, it may not be suitable for absolute beginners. We recommend beginners start with our other classes to build up to this level.

Ans: The "Yoga Darshanam" series is designed to offer a comprehensive exploration of yoga that goes beyond asana practice. Participants will delve into deepening of asana, pranayama, meditation, and the study of yoga sutras, allowing for a holistic approach to yoga that encompasses both the physical and philosophical aspects. This series aims to deepen your practice and understanding of yoga as a way of life.

Ans: The sessions will be taught by Teacher Nanda and will be assisted by other Certified Teachers. All of them having extensive knowledge and expertise in guiding students through this yoga journey.

Ans: Teacher Nanda will be conducting the sessions online. Assistant Certified Teachers from Light of Yoga@Beitou will always be present in the studio to guide and assist participants.

Ans: For participants in Taipei/New Taipei and nearby places, we highly recommend attending the sessions in-studio at Light of Yoga@Beitou to take advantage of the direct guidance and the communal practice environment. Online sessions are best suited for those who are outstation.

Ans: Absolutely! Outstation and international students are encouraged to join the online sessions. This provides a wonderful opportunity to be part of our community and deepen your practice under the guidance of experienced teachers, no matter where you are in the world.

Ans: You can choose your preferred mode of attendance—either in-person at the studio or online—and are encouraged to stick to their choice for the continuity and integrity of the learning experience. While online students have the flexibility to attend in person whenever possible, in-studio students are requested not to switch to online attendance without a special reason.

Ans: Yes, online students are required to keep their video on during the classes to ensure interactive and effective teaching. Please ensure your video device is positioned properly to give the teachers a clear view of your practice. Also, verify that your audio setup is in good condition for optimal communication. This is essential for maintaining the quality of teaching and for the benefit of all participants.

Ans: Class recordings will be provided for a month after each class ends, allowing students to review and practice between sessions. Follow-up activities will also be assigned to reinforce learning and prepare students for upcoming sessions. It's crucial that these activities are completed before the next class to ensure a cohesive learning journey throughout the "Yoga Darshanam" series.

Ans: Yes, admissions to the "Yoga Darshanam" series are open on an ongoing manner. If you've missed initial sessions, you can still catch up using the class recordings provided. These recordings will help you to review past teachings and integrate seamlessly into the ongoing classes.

Ans: The series will run continuously. Depending on the necessity for deeper exploration, additional sessions may be introduced in the future.

Ans: Classes will be held every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm \with each session lasting 120 minutes to allow more focused exploration of pranayama and other aspects of yoga practice.

Ans: To ensure a high-quality learning environment and individual attention, the in-studio participation is limited to 20 students. Similarly, the online participation is also capped at 20 students. This allows for an intimate class setting where every student can receive personalized guidance and support.

Ans: Students are encouraged to continue their regular yoga practice leading up to the sessions. After each session it’ll be helpful if review practice is done of each session. Any specific preparations or materials needed for individual sessions will be communicated in advance to registered participants.

Please click on this registration link on this page to complete your registration and finalise your payment. Your registration will be deemed complete once you receive the confirmation email from Light of Yoga.

Please refer to the Sign Up section of this website for details on the pricing and payment.

If you decide to withdraw your participation before the program starts , you will receive a full refund for the fees you’ve paid. If you, for any reason, decide not to participate in the program anymore after the program has started, we will deduct the fees for the # of classes up to the date you request cancellation and 10% cancellation fee for the instalment amount you’ve paid and issue you the refund. Note the deduction of the classes is regardless of whether you’ve attended those classes but based on the date of your request of withdrawal. We strongly suggest you take advantage of this learning opportunity through class participation and review of recordings as this program is one of a kind and is part of a longer learning journey.

This course will be conducted in English and optional interpretation into Mandarin will be provided. This optional interpretation means that if you are attending online via Zoom, you will have the option of hearing only English soundtrack, or the translated soundtrack with or without the original English instructions. This means for Native English speakers you will not be distracted by the Mandarin interpretation, though there might be longer pauses between sentences.

For the video recording, you will also have the option of hearing original soundtrack in English or the Mandarin interpretation.

Ans: For any further inquiries or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us at Light of Yoga. We are here to assist you in your yoga journey.