60 - 90 Mins
Cross Bolster Magic: a Follow-along Finale
This is the finale of the magic we have been making with two bolsters - stringing together the supported back arches and inversions from the previous sessions for a deeply restorative class. This session goes directly into the asanas supported by the two bolsters, without too many instructions. We strongly recommend that you work with the other sessions of this Short Course first.
Level: Intermediate
Duration: 60 min.
Props needed: two bolsters, a sturdy chair, access to a wall, folded, firm blankets
This session is part of the Short Course Journey from Active to Supported Back Arches & Inversions Using Two Bolsters: The Cross Bolster Magic (Short Course; level: Intermediate)
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Supported positions are a boon to people with limitations, and preferable in certain conditions even for otherwise physically able people. But to fully appreciate these supported positions, it is important to understand the classical asanas from where they have been derived.
Note:
Those with shoulder and wrist injury/ weakness are advised caution in some of these positions
Asanas with complex prop set-ups are not as easy as they appear to be, especially since they involve long holds, it is best to learn these positions under direct supervision. If you are not used to working with props, please be extra attentive to the instructions for prop set-up
