Exploring the Teachings of Diane Long and Vanda Scaravelli

July 2019

Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Christine explores an approach to yoga that was pioneered by Vanda Scaravelli and was taught to her by Diane Long. In this way of working, the intention is directed toward the quality and refinement of the movement that one experiences.

The emphasis is not on the pose. This practice involves a deepening release and relaxation through the undoing of tension, not through stress and overextension of the body. Christine demonstrates and works hands on to guide students to experience the subtle quality of movement, breath and attention that is integral to this approach.

About Christine Borg

Christine Borg was born in Malta and later immigrated to the United States. She was first inspired to pursue this style of yoga after reading Vanda’s book “Awakening the Spine.” At 33, Christine took her first yoga class with Diane Long in Oakland, CA in 2000. She has attended Diane’s workshops all over the world.

About Diane Long

Diane Long was born in North Carolina and moved to Italy. While living in Florence, Vanda Scaravelli invited her to become her student. Diane studied with Vanda for the next 23 years. She began teaching in the late 70′s and travels worldwide sharing this approach to yoga.

About Vanda Scaravelli

Vanda Scaravelli was born in Florence, Italy. When she was in her 40s she began studying yoga with B.K.S. Iyengar and T.K.V. Desikachar. She later formulated her own approach to yoga. She began teaching when she was 60 and taught until she died in 1999.