BKS Iyengar Yoga Studio of Dallas

Randy is the director of BKS Iyengar Yoga Studio of Dallas and is an Senior Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor. His study of yoga began in the 70′s and during the mid-80′s, he became a devoted student of Iyengar Yoga. Randy has studied with the Iyengars in Pune, India as well as many senior Iyengar teachers globally and throughout the United States. Randy’s devotion to yoga, perfectionism and compassion for his students characterize a dynamic, precise teaching style. His innate sense of humor coupled with an insightful understanding of Iyengar yoga both inspires and challenges his students thus enhancing the depth, clarity and focus of their practice. Randy has served as the President of the Iyengar Yoga Association of the South Central United States (IYASCUS).

David has been avidly practicing Iyengar yoga since 1998 and has completed the Introductory Iyengar Yoga Certification. David’s enthusiasm spills over into his teaching which has been described as both challenging and light-hearted. An early career as a dancer taught him rhythm, body mechanics and the outward appearance of line and form. Iyengar yoga has expanded his knowledge of human anatomy and brought him a deeper understanding of the use of muscles and alignment of bones. Beyond the physical David enjoys the improved clarity and focus and the sense of well being that come from a strong and regular yoga practice.

Chronic lower back pain brought Gretchen to her first Iyengar yoga class in 2006. The alignment and precision of the practice appealed to her mechanical engineering background and she began teaching in 2009. Being the mother of three, Gretchen teaches with a comfortable balance of discipline, empathy, and humor. She encourages students to step out of their comfort zones and experience all the benefits that Iyengar yoga has to offer them - body, mind, and spirit.

Denise took her first Iyengar yoga class over 20 years ago and is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor. She is also a certified Pilates instructor, personal trainer and registered massage therapist offering massages at BKS Iyengar Yoga Studio. Denise believes yoga is fundamental to all forms of exercise and is the “essence of health”.

Paula Weithman is an intermediate Junior 2 Iyengar certified teacher, who began her study of Iyengar yoga in 1982. Paula is a compassionate and strong challenging teacher and with her background in therapeutic body work has an intimate knowledge of mechanics of the body and can help students with injuries or just plain stiffness out of their pain. Paula is also a licensed psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience. Paula has a passion for incorporating yoga philosophy into her psychotherapy and her yoga classes.

Gregory White, D.Mus.A., began yoga studies with Fred Dowd in 1996 and has taught regularly since 2001. Greg is certified at the Intermediate Junior I level. He participates regularly in workshops led by senior Iyengar teachers. A professional musician, he has performed with the orchestras of Dallas, Fort Worth and Detroit. Greg finds BKS Iyengar’s approach to studying and teaching yoga very compatible with the precision and attention to detail demanded of a musician. Likewise, the meditative, transcendent aspects of humanity are manifest in both yoga and music.

George’s teaching is characterized by his gentle manner and sense of humor which encourages students of all ages and abilities to achieve excellence and insight. He brings to his teaching 30 years of experience and his exceptional personal practice as well as his study with B.K.S. Iyengar in India. He began his practice of Iyengar Yoga in 1977, received his first certification in 1983 and is currently certified at Senior Intermediate III. He took his first trip to India in 1984 to study with B.K.S. Iyengar. From 1989 until December 2007, George taught at the Houston Iyengar Studio. George is delighted to be back in Dallas where in 1977 he introduced the Iyengar system to the Dallas community and the State of Texas.

Kevin is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor. She took her first yoga class in 1996 and was immediately intrigued by both the physical and mental aspects of the practice. Soon thereafter, she began studying with senior teachers such as Manouso Manos, Dean Lerner and others. Currently, she studies with senior teacher George Purvis. She has travelled to India twice to study with the Iyengar family, and attended BKS Iyengar’s 90th birthday celebrations in December 2008 in Pune and South India. It is her belief that yoga is an important and profound path to self-awareness, as well as a source of health, well-being, and joy.

Michelle is dedicated to the tradition of yoga as taught by Sri BKS Iyengar. She began practicing Iyengar Yoga specifically in 2001 and has completed the Introductory Iyengar Yoga Certification. She credits her teachers, Randy Just, Devon Dederich and George Purvis, for their guidance and the many gems they benevolently impart via their teachings. Michelle is the Director of GoodBody’s Yoga Center. She continues to study and draw inspiration from Certified Iyengar Teachers in the United States and globally, traveling to Pune India every couple of years. Michelle is extremely grateful for the Iyengar practice they generously share.