BKS Iyengar Yoga Centre, Schoemanshoek, Oudtshoorn, South Africa

BKS Iyengar Yoga Centre, Schoemanshoek, Oudtshoorn, South Africa Our Yoga Centre nestles in the tranquil Schoemanshoek valley on the way to the famous Cango caves, surrounded by the majestic Swartberg Mountains.

Our Yoga Centre nestles in the beautiful and tranquil Schoemanshoek valley on the way to the famous Cango caves, surrounded by the majestic Swartberg Mountains, the BKS Iyengar Yoga Centre offers the complete yoga experience. Our fully equipped Centre is designed to give you, the yoga practitioner, the opportunity to experience quality yoga tuition in this peaceful and pristine setting. What is Iyengar Yoga :

Iyengar Yoga is a method of practice and instruction based on the teachings of Guruji B.K.S. Iyengar.The method offers a safe and systematic progression of yoga postures to develop each students ability. The system of teaching is methodical and progressive, emphasising safety and precision in alignment. This approach develops self awareness through the practice of asanas and attention to the body, breath and mind. Standing poses are emphasised at the beginning to build strength and ease of movement, increasing vitality and to improve coordination and balance.Gradually sitting postures,forward bends,twist, inversions,backbends and pranayama are introduced. Guruji Iyengar refined the use of props in the asana practice. Use of props such as blankets, bolsters, straps, blocks, wall ropes facilitates learning and helps with adjustment in yoga postures according to individual needs. The Iyengar method develops strength,endurance, optimal body alignment and flexibility.The attention to detail and cultivation of awareness is meant not only to maintain safety in the practice but to develop the mental benefits of complete meditation in action.

07/08/2026
02/08/2026

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of David, following his courageous battle with cancer.

David dedicated his life to the practice and teaching of Iyengar Yoga, becoming one of the respected teachers who helped establish and grow the Iyengar tradition in South Africa. For decades he shared his knowledge with humility, precision and generosity, inspiring countless students to discover not only strength and discipline, but also compassion, resilience and self-understanding through yoga.

Teaching was never simply a profession for David—it was his calling. His unwavering commitment to the principles of Iyengar Yoga, his meticulous attention to detail, and his genuine care for every student left an enduring mark on all who had the privilege of learning from him.

Even in the face of illness, David’s quiet courage, dignity and determination reflected the values he lived every day.

While we mourn the loss of a much-loved brother, teacher, mentor and friend, we also celebrate a life lived with purpose and service. His legacy lives on through the many teachers and students whose lives he touched, and through every practice inspired by his guidance.

To everyone who supported David during his illness, offered prayers, encouragement, donations and kindness, our family extends our heartfelt gratitude. Your compassion meant more than words can express.

Rest peacefully, David. Your teachings, your generosity and your spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of so many.

“Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured.” — B.K.S. Iyengar

29/07/2026

We humbly ask for support to cover David’s expenses 🙏🙏 blessings to those that have generously supported this far.

11/07/2026

Every act of kindness is making a difference. ❤️

To everyone who has donated, purchased David’s e-books and videos, shared his story, or simply kept him in your thoughts—thank you. Your generosity has meant more than words can express.

As David continues to navigate his cancer journey, the financial burden of medical care and everyday living expenses remains ongoing. While he can no longer teach, his website continues to make his years of knowledge available through his Iyengar Yoga e-books and instructional videos.

If you have been meaning to support David, or are able to do so again, please consider:
🧘 Purchasing an e-book or video from his website
💜 Making a donation via his website or his BackaBuddy campaign
📢 Sharing this post to help us reach others whose lives David has touched.

Every contribution, no matter the amount, helps provide David with dignity, comfort and peace of mind during this difficult time.

Thank you for standing beside him.

🔗 Website: https://www.iyengaryogawithdavid.com/support-pledge

💜 BackaBuddy: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/support-davids-medical-journey

David Jacobs
08/07/2026

David Jacobs

To each and everyone that has pledged , donated or purchased from his website thus far, we are truly appreciative of th...
08/07/2026

To each and everyone that has pledged , donated or purchased from his website thus far, we are truly appreciative of the generosity and support. 🙏🙏

We continue to raise funds to support David over the next few months as he navigates this path.

For international students please use this link from his site via PayPal.
07/07/2026

For international students please use this link from his site via PayPal.

For decades, David has devoted his life to the study and teaching of Iyengar Yoga. Through his unwavering commitment to the practice, his depth of knowledge, and his quiet generosity, he has guided and inspired hundreds of students across South Africa and beyond. For many, he has been far more than....

06/07/2026

A Lifetime of Teaching. A Community’s Chance to Give Back.

For decades, David has devoted his life to the study and teaching of Iyengar Yoga. Through his unwavering commitment to the practice, his depth of knowledge, and his quiet generosity, he has guided and inspired hundreds of students across South Africa and beyond. For many, he has been far more than a teacher—he has been a mentor, a source of wisdom, and a steady presence through life’s challenges.

Today, David needs our support.

David has recently been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. His condition has deteriorated rapidly, and he is no longer able to continue teaching—the vocation that has been both his life’s work and his only source of income.

As he navigates this difficult journey, we are asking the community whose lives he has touched to help lighten the financial burden of his medical and living expenses.

If David’s teaching has ever inspired your practice, helped you through a difficult time, or enriched your understanding of yoga, this is an opportunity to give something back.

Please visit David’s website, where you can either support by:

�🧘 Purchasing his e-books and instructional videos (greatly discounted for this purpose) , ensuring that his years of knowledge continue to benefit students for generations to come.

�💙 Or, if you prefer, make a donation of any amount. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference.

If you are unable to contribute financially, you can still help by sharing this post with fellow students, teachers, friends and family. Together we can reach the many lives David has touched over the years.

David has spent a lifetime helping others find strength, balance and resilience. Now it is our turn to stand beside him with the same compassion and generosity he has so freely shared.

Thank you for supporting David during this chapter of his journey.

🙏 Visit David’s website to purchase his e-books, videos or make a donation:�
https://www.iyengaryogawithdavid.com/

Or

https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/support-davids-medical-journey

“The teachings we receive become part of who we are. Supporting the teacher who gave them is one way we honour that gift.”

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