K. Pattabhi Jois
- Born:
- July 26, 1915, Kowshika, Mysore, Karnataka, India
- Died:
- May 18, 2009, Mysore, Karnataka, India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Yoga Teacher, Ashtanga Yoga Guru
Early Life and Education
- Began studying yoga at the age of 12 with Tirumalai Krishnamacharya.
- Memorized the entire Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by the age of 16.
- Attended the Sanskrit College in Mysore, where he also taught yoga.
Career and Major Achievements
- Established the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute in 1948.
- Dedicated his life to teaching and promoting Ashtanga Yoga.
- Taught thousands of students from around the world.
- Developed the traditional Ashtanga Yoga method into a structured system with specific sequences.
- Traveled internationally to teach workshops and retreats.
Notable Works
- Yoga Mala (1962, English translation 1999).
- Extensive teachings and oral traditions passed down through his students.
Legacy and Impact
K. Pattabhi Jois is widely credited with popularizing Ashtanga Yoga globally. His structured approach to the practice made it accessible to a wider audience and contributed significantly to the modern yoga movement. His teachings continue to influence yoga practitioners and teachers worldwide, solidifying his place as one of the most influential figures in the history of modern yoga. The legacy of pattabhi jois death in paradise, although ultimately leading to his passing, is the worldwide impact of Ashtanga Yoga.