Iyengar Yoga (UK) is run by, and for the benefit of, its members.

Much of the work of running our organisation is done by volunteers, many of whom feel that by giving some of their time to IY(UK) they are helping spread and support the teachings of Guruji, from whom we have all gained so much.

Volunteers – Current Vacancies

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Treasurer 

This is an Iyengar Yoga (UK) Board role, and ideally, would be suited to a qualified accountant; at minimum, they need to have knowledge of accounting practices and book-keeping skills. There’s a Deputy Treasurer, and part-time Finance Administrator, so there is support.

As this is a specialised role, while it would ideally be fulfilled by a member of the Executive Council, it is also open to all members of Iyengar Yoga (UK) and our wider membership. Please email Nick Johnson (Deputy Treasurer) if you would like to know more at nick@iyengaryoga.org.uk

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Archives Committee 

The Archives Committee currently seeks: 

• One co-opted member 

The Committee aims to record, store and manage data relating to the preservation of the history of yoga, in particular Iyengar yoga and develop ways of making the material accessible to members. Please email Sue Cresswell if you would like to know more at archives@iyengaryoga.org.uk

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Communications & PR Committee 

The Communications & PR Committee currently seeks:

• One co-opted member (graphic designer)

The Iyengar Yoga News team is looking for a volunteer graphic designer with experience in design for print. A working knowledge of InDesign is essential and knowledge of Photoshop would be helpful. The magazine is published twice a year. For more information, please contact Minna Alanko-Falola at minna@iyengaryoga.org.uk.

• Sub-editor – Iyengar Yoga News

Would you like to join the Iyengar Yoga News editorial team? We’re looking for a volunteer with editorial or writing experience who also knows how to use Indesign.

Key skills:

• Knowledge of Indesign e.g. text editing/corrections
• Ability to help plan the content of each issue with the rest of the team
• Conducting interviews with contributors
• Editing and shaping submissions

Iyengar Yoga News is published twice a year (spring and autumn) and the editorial meetings take place on Zoom to discuss content. If you’re interested or have any questions, please email editor@iyengaryoga.org.uk with a few details of your experience.

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Equity Committee

The Equity Committee currently seeks:

• Two co-opted members

The Equity Committee gathers information on diversity and inclusion across the organisation, is helping to develop a Strategy to improve diversity and inclusion within IY(UK) and represents members with experience of discrimination and exclusion.  The Committee also provides recommendations and support to members and to the Executive Council on matters of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Please contact Tina Freeland if you would like to know more at equity@iyengaryoga.org.uk

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Iyengar Yoga Development Fund

The Iyengar Yoga Development Fund Committee currently seeks:

• One co-opted member

The Committee manages the Iyengar Yoga Development Fund (IYDF) to provide yoga classes to marginalised and excluded groups of people, who would not otherwise be able to access Iyengar yoga.

Please contact Helen White if you would like any further information at white.helen@btinternet.com

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Research Committee

The Research Committee currently seeks:

• One co-opted member

The Committee compiles reports and fosters further research into the benefits of Iyengar yoga. Please get touch with Sandra Gallagher if you would like any further information at sandra.gallagher@icloud.com.

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Other Roles

Volunteering for IY(UK) is a great way to have an overview of everything we do as an association, to get involved with things that interest you, and to contribute to all aspects of our decision making and really shape our future. If you’ve any questions, please get in touch with Charlotte: chair@iyengaryoga.org.uk

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Paid Administrative Roles – Current Vacancies

Our volunteers are supported by a small number of paid administrators, mostly part-time. Any current vacancies will be advertised below.

All the members of the IY(UK) Executive Council are volunteers, as are the members of all of the Standing Committees and Working Groups.

If you feel you would like to help out with the running of our organisation please get in touch with: chair@iyengaryoga.org.uk

Marketing and Communications Manager – vacancy

We have a vacancy for a Marketing & Communications Manager, working 1.5 days a week to support all aspects of our marketing, communications, PR and social media, working with the relevant (volunteer) committees. The job description and person specification can be found by following the link here.
 
If you think you have the right skills for the job and would like to apply, please send your application in the form of a CV and cover letter by no later than Monday 5 May 2025 to catherine.wilkinson@iyengaryoga.org.uk.
 
If you would like further information, please contact: Charlotte Everitt (Chair) at chair@iyengaryoga.org.uk.

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