K. Pattabhi Jois was an influential Indian yoga teacher, best known for popularizing the style of yoga called Ashtanga Yoga. Born in 1915 in Karnataka, India, he began studying yoga at a young age under the guidance of Krishnamacharya, a prominent figure in modern yoga. Jois established the K. Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute in Mysore, where he taught students from around the world. Jois's approach to yoga emphasized a dynamic sequence of postures linked with breath, promoting physical strength and mental focus. His teachings have inspired many contemporary yoga practitioners and teachers, contributing significantly to the global spread of yoga.