Setu Bandha Sarvangasana and Viparita Karani: from Independent to Supported
This series leads to a some deeply restorative and rejuvenative positions that are fully supported by two bolsters placed perpendicular to each other. We call them ‘cross bolsters. But to fully appreciate these supported positions, it is important to understand the classical asanas from where they have been derived. In the 3rd session of this […]
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 […]
Arms for Effortless Inversions (Headstand, Shoulderstand and Elbow Balance)
In this session we explore and increase the range of motion of the arm in the shoulder joint to lift up to adhomukha vrksasana, pinca mayurasana, sirsasana and sarvangasana Level – Intermediate Duration – 85 min session. Props needed: blocks, chair and blankets/ bolster to set up chair sarvangasana This session is part of the […]
Covid-19 Recovery: A suggested Yoga Program from the IY (UK) Therapy Committee, Part3 – Supine and Inverted
This second session of this series covers supine and inverted positions. This practice is meant to be done much later in the recovery process This session in part of the Short Course Covid19 Recovery: A Suggested Yoga Program from the IY (UK) Therapy Committee. Save by buying the entire Course. Level: Experienced Beginners, Intermediate, Gentle […]
Emotional stability practice from Light on Life; pt2of3
The second segment of this Short Course is a combination of supported backward extensions and inversions. Contains details of prop arrangement, adaptations, brief descriptions of getting into and releasing the positions. Cues to on maintain focus on ‘the lines of extension and expansion’ as detailed in the publishes sequence. Level: Intermediate Duration:85 min. Props needed: […]
Emotional Stability Practice from Light on Life Pt1 of 3
The first segment of this Short Course comprises semi-inverted (heart below the head), and supported inverted positions. Contains details of prop arrangement, adaptations, brief descriptions of getting into and releasing the positions. Cues to on maintain focus on ‘the lines of extension and expansion’ as detailed in the publishes sequence. Level: Intermediate Duration: 75 min. […]
Brisk Back Arches and Inversions
An invigorating and energising short session of back arches and inversions Level: Intermediate Duration: 45min Props needed: chairs and blankets are needed to set up for chair sarvangasana and supta konasana. Other props like blocks are optional
Learning the Practice for Respiratory Health, Part2 for Experienced Beginner Level: Arms/ Shoulder Actions and Inversions
In this session we are covering head-down positions that also serve as alternatives to inversions. Level: Experienced Beginner Duration: 60mins Props needed: the sessions in this Short Course are all supported, and therefore, prop-intensive. Household objects like chairs, firm blankets, cushions may be used. For this session, we also use a sturdy hook/ window grill […]
Salamba Sirsasana 2 With Supports to Stabilise Shoulders
A quietly done session of Salamba Sirsasan2 shown with shoulder supports.. Builds up on the work of upper back/shoulder blade region in the previously recorded sessions that are suggested as accompaniments to this session Level: Intermediate Duration: 5omin Tagwords: 50mins, shoulders, arms, wrists, inversions, salamba sirsasan2, Sarvangasana
Salamba Sirsasana2: Preparation through Understanding the Shoulders and Shoulderblades
This session includes multiple exercises/ drills to understand and appreciate the movements at the shoulder as distinct from the shoulder blades, and also to train these joints separately. This not just prepares us for the more complex asanas, it helps us to target the specific areas for the health of the upper back-shoulder complex. Level: […]
