// Established 1972 //

A warm welcome to Manchester and District Iyengar Yoga

// WHAT WE OFFER //

All things Iyengar Yoga

// Annual Membership just £25 //

Join us today

MDIY is a members’ organisation, established in 1972, to promote the practice and understanding of Iyengar yoga.

At our large, fully-equipped and beautifully refurbished building in Dukinfield we offer a wide range of daytime and evening classes and regular weekend workshops to suit all levels of ability and interest, from absolute beginners to those who have practised for many years.

Our experienced teachers mentor keen students to be the Iyengar Yoga teachers of the future. Our Peer Mentoring Support Group offers just that for trainees and mentors.

// SOME STATS //

MDIY At a Glance

YOGA CLASSES

YOGA STUDENTS

YOGA TEACHERS

ROOMS TO HIRE

// WE HAVE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE //

Upcoming Classes

Recuperative - ONLINE (Alison)

Friday - 13 November 2026    
18:00 - 19:00
Welcome to our fortnightly recuperative classes. The restful, supported postures aim to quieten the nervous system and help to relieve anxiety. These poses help us [...]

Beginners

Sunday - 15 November 2026    
09:30 - 11:00
These classes are suitable for those who want to get up and do yoga on a Sunday morning. Members £8.50 Non-members £12 Block booking: MDIY [...]

Teachers - In Person & Online

Monday - 16 November 2026    
12:45 - 14:45
A class for Iyengar Yoga teachers only, designed to improve teachers’ personal practice and teaching expertise for the ultimate benefit of all students of Iyengar [...]

Teachers in person - Friday class

Friday - 20 November 2026    
12:15 - 14:15
The Friday teachers class is taught on a rota basis by all different teachers.  It is a great class to ask questions, share our practice [...]

Pranayama - ONLINE

Friday - 20 November 2026    
18:00 - 19:00
Level 3 teachers, Nicky Wright and Clare Tunstall lead the twice monthly pranayama practice for you to enjoy in your own home. Inspired by readings [...]

Teachers - In Person & Online

Monday - 23 November 2026    
12:45 - 14:45
A class for Iyengar Yoga teachers only, designed to improve teachers’ personal practice and teaching expertise for the ultimate benefit of all students of Iyengar [...]

Teachers in person - Friday class

Friday - 27 November 2026    
12:15 - 14:15
The Friday teachers class is taught on a rota basis by all different teachers.  It is a great class to ask questions, share our practice [...]

Teachers - In Person & Online

Monday - 30 November 2026    
12:45 - 14:45
A class for Iyengar Yoga teachers only, designed to improve teachers’ personal practice and teaching expertise for the ultimate benefit of all students of Iyengar [...]

Teachers in person - Friday class

Friday - 4 December 2026    
12:15 - 14:15
The Friday teachers class is taught on a rota basis by all different teachers.  It is a great class to ask questions, share our practice [...]

Pranayama - ONLINE

Friday - 4 December 2026    
18:00 - 19:00
Level 3 teachers, Nicky Wright and Clare Tunstall lead the twice monthly pranayama practice for you to enjoy in your own home. Inspired by readings [...]

// OUR EVENTS CALENDAR //

Upcoming Events

AGM & Workshop (face to face) with Debbie Bartholomew

Saturday - 14 November 2026    
10:00 - 13:30
£0.00
AGM Our Annual General Meeting will take place at 10am on Saturday 14th November; all members are encouraged to attend and hear from your committee [...]

Exchange of Learning Day for Teachers and trainee teachers of Yoga - Pranayama

Saturday - 21 November 2026    
10:00 - 16:00
Exchange of Learning Days, (EL) are a great learning opportunity for all teachers and trainee teachers.  There is a chance for everyone to share knowledge [...]

MDIY Peer Group Session for Trainee Teachers - Dec 2026

Sunday - 6 December 2026    
09:00 - 13:00
This is a regular session for existing trainees only. This is an opportunity for all trainees and their mentors to meet up, share good practice, [...]

MDIY Christmas Party & Celebration Of Guruji

Sunday - 13 December 2026    
15:00 - 18:30
£3.50 - £8.00
Join us for a festive afternoon filled with joy and community! Celebrate Guruji’s birthday with a special yoga demonstration delicious vegetarian Indian buffet, tombola prizes, [...]

Kick Starting the New Year with Julie Brown online and in-person

Saturday - 9 January 2027    
10:00 - 13:00
Julie Brown teaches our annual workshop for all. Everyone is welcome.  Please note that zoom links will be sent out before the workshop (not when [...]

MDIY Peer Group Session for Trainee Teachers - Jan 2027

Sunday - 10 January 2027    
09:00 - 13:00
This is a regular session for existing trainees only. This is an opportunity for all trainees and their mentors to meet up, share good practice, [...]

Exchange of Learning Day for Teachers and trainee teachers of Yoga - Pranayama

Saturday - 23 January 2027    
10:00 - 16:00
Exchange of Learning Days, (EL) are a great learning opportunity for all teachers and trainee teachers.  There is a chance for everyone to share knowledge [...]

Yoga workshop for students with Rita Mori

Saturday - 30 January 2027    
10:00 - 12:30
Student only workshops came about through members saying they would like to attend a yoga event but felt a little scared being surrounded by very experienced [...]

Ayurveda & Iyengar Yoga: Practical Support for Digestion with Debbie Bartholomew and Lauren Currie

Saturday - 6 February 2027    
10:00 - 13:30
£0.00
Join Debbie Bartholomew, registered Iyengar yoga therapy teacher and Lauren Currie, Iyengar yoga teacher and qualified Ayurveda Practitioner for a workshop to assist and support [...]

MDIY Peer Group Session for Trainee Teachers - Feb 2027

Sunday - 7 February 2027    
09:00 - 13:00
This is a regular session for existing trainees only. This is an opportunity for all trainees and their mentors to meet up, share good practice, [...]

// Annual Membership just £25 //

SOmething for Everyone

MDIY is a members’ organisation, established in 1972, to promote the practice and understanding of Iyengar yoga.

At our large, fully-equipped and beautifully refurbished building in Dukinfield we offer a wide range of daytime and evening classes and regular weekend workshops to suit all levels of ability and interest, from absolute beginners to those who have practised for many years.

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