Rebecca Simmons is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher in Knoxville, Tn. She teaches classes from her home studio, located in a converted detached garage behind her craftsman home in South Knoxville. The Semi-private classes are welcoming for all students on the path of yoga. The boutique studio is stocked with high quality Iyengar Yoga props, mats, blankets, chairs, bricks, straps, bolsters and more – including a ropes wall! Just bring yourself and an open mind to learn. Rebecca’s welcoming home studio is featured here.
Try a Free Class this Winter!
- Wednesday All Levels at 5:30 has two open spots.
- Try a free a class on February 25 or March 4
- Sundays All Levels class at 4:00 is FULL
- I’ll be traveling in February to the New Zealand Iyengar Yoga Convention.
Spring Series – March and April
- Wednesday All Levels at 5:30 has two open spots.
- Sundays All Levels class at 4:00 is FULL
- Sign up for four classes for $80
- Payment is Venmo or cash
- Reserve your spot at RSimmonsYoga@gmail.com.
Private sessions
- Semi-private classes for friend groups are FUN.
- Private sessions might be just what you need.
- To schedule email RSimmonsYoga@gmail.com.
Class Descriptions
Some classes and series are offered seasonally, or by request. Just ask! Anything can happen.
Intro to Iyengar Yoga is a four week series introducing the foundations of the Iyengar method. It’s great for beginners or anyone wanting to deepen their practice. Think of it as revisiting the artistry and benefits of classical yoga. Anyone can benefit from that!
All Levels Classes teaches the foundational poses of Iyengar Yoga while offing refinements for students working on advancing their practice. Class is challenging but individual modifications are given as needed. Beginners should take an Intro it Iyengar Yoga class before joining an All Levels Class. And let Rebecca know of any injuries or health issues before signing up for class.
Restorative Yoga in the Iyengar method is designed to be in addition to a yoga practice and offered during times when rest is needed. Beginning Pranayama and breath awareness will be weaved into class. Adding restorative yoga to your home practice is always a lovely thing. Come learn more about it!
KIDS YOGA! This class is inspired by observing my teacher Abhijata Iyengar in India teach a studio of 80 kids (of all ages) a joyful and challenging yoga class. Kids will hear the Sanskrit names of poses and move at a fun pace. Yoga class will last 45 minutes, then children can change into a swimsuit and take a dip in our backyard pool. My daughter Esther (age 10) begged me to teach kids yoga again this summer. So here it is! But with six kids not 80!
Contact: RSimmonsYoga@gmail.com. 865 771 5956. Instagram. Facebook
About Rebecca Simmons, CIYT
Rebecca is the only Certified Iyengar Yoga teacher in Knoxville. In January 2025 she visited Pune, India and attended classes for 50th Anniversary of Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute, the home of the home of Iyengar Yoga. She also visited the birth city of BKS Iyengar and took a four day intensive with Prashant Iyengar at the Bellur Iyengar Yoga Center. In May Rebecca traveled to Buenos, Aries, Argentina to study with Abhijata Iyengar at RIMYI. She also takes ongoing Zoom classes from India with Abhijata.
Rebecca has studied with many Iyengar teachers across the US and the world! Her local mentor is Aretha McKinney in Nashville, TN. Before that she studied with Cindy Dollar in Ashville, NC. And way back, in 2003, her journey with Iyengar Yoga began with Kathleen Pringle in Atlanta.
Rebecca has been teaching yoga since 2015. She is also a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher in the Yoga Alliance system. Her classes can be used as continued education hours for teachers in the Yoga Alliance system.
What does it mean to be a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher?
It takes years of practice under an Iyengar Yoga mentor. When your teacher agrees you are ready, the student must undergo a rigorous certification process and pass in front a panel of nationwide senior Iyengar teachers. Read more here.
What is Iyengar Yoga and why does it matter?
Iyengar Yoga involves detailed instructions and sequencing to emphasize alignment and precision. The use of props by a skillful teacher makes poses accessible for everybody to practice them correctly and safely. Iyengar Yoga is for all bodies and all beings. Everyone is welcome. Beyond fitness, Iyengar Yoga aligns the body with the mind. Through a steady dedicated practice, asanas become a form of meditation, and the breath guides us towards a quiet and steady mind. Read more from the Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States.