Patthabi Jois was an influential Indian yoga teacher, best known for developing the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system. Born in 1915 in Karnataka, India, he began practicing yoga at a young age and later studied under Krishnamacharya, a prominent figure in modern yoga. Jois opened his first yoga school in 1948, where he taught students the importance of breath and movement in yoga practice. Jois's teachings emphasized a dynamic and structured approach to yoga, combining postures with breath control. His method gained international recognition, attracting many Western students in the 1970s and 1980s. He continued to teach until his passing in 2009, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of yoga.