Swami Vivekananda

Swami Vivekananda (1863-1902) presented yoga as a practical science for spiritual evolution and emphasized its potential for transforming individuals and society. 

Swami Sivananda

Swami Sivananda (1887-1963) Founder of the Divine Life Society and author of over 200 books on yoga and spirituality. 

Swami Kuvalayananda

Swami Kuvalayananda (1883-1966) Founder of Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute in India, Swami Kuvalayananda was a pioneer in scientific research on yoga 

Tirumalai Krishnamacharya

Tirumalai Krishnamacharya (1888-1989) Often referred to as the "father of modern yoga,"He is known for reviving ancient yoga practices and developing influential students 

Indra Devi

Indra Devi (1899-2002) Often referred to as the "First Lady of Yoga," Indra Devi was a pioneer in popularizing yoga among Western women.  

B.K.S. Iyengar

B.K.S. Iyengar (1918-2014) Renowned for developing Iyengar Yoga, B.K.S. Iyengar emphasized precision, alignment.

Swami Rama

Swami Rama (1925-1996) Himalayan yogi and founder of the Himalayan Institute, Swami Rama was known for his mastery of yoga and meditation practices.  

Swami Vishnudevananda  

Swami Vishnudevananda (1927-1993) Swami Vishnudevananda founded the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers and taught yoga extensively in the West. 

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