Having travelled overseas to experience the teachings of Sri B.K.S Iyengar, Durban based yoga teacher Winnie Young, saw the need for teachers to be trained locally. In 1975 she founded The Young Yoga Institute for the specific purpose of training teachers in the art and science of Hatha yoga. Over the years and under her stewardship this vision grew to encompass establishing a training centre for yoga teachers – of which there are now a number throughout South Africa.

Today, the Young Yoga Institute continues to shine the flame Winnie lit by not only training yoga teachers but also through providing expert guidance, consistency and a supportive community for all aspiring yogis.