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Bikram influence on Jois?
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The Question
Hello, I've heard that Jois was inspired by Bikram's initiation of led classes – no idea if that's true but wondering if anyone's heard more on this influence or these two's relationship? I suspect surely Jois would be aware of what Bikram was doing in the US in the mid 70s, but just a supposition submitted by /u/jarjartwinks
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Our Response
**Theme:** Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga **Episode:** 2 **Week:** 2026-04-21 **Why:** Philosophical questions about Ashtanga's nature, influence, and relationship to spirituality
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