K-Lea Gifford accommodates continuing Iyengar students from intermediate to advanced. Class begins with Sutra Study and the Invocation to Patanjali. Students work with foundational postures in greater depth and explore more advanced postures. Students should be able to hold Sirsasana and Sarvangasana for 5 minutes, and all inversions, arms balances and Urdhva Dhanurasana (upward bow pose) are regularly practiced. At this level, students have developed an understanding of how to work with their own body’s needs and know alternatives to poses that are not appropriate for them. A firm foundation in all the postures is recommended. This 90-minute class is taught in a progressive way to provide a challenge for those with experience while offering modifications as needed. Recommended for students who have at least 2 years of consistent study of Iyengar Yoga. Not recommended for students new to Yoga.