Principles of Womens’ Practice: Alignment of Abdomen and Low Back

In this session we explore the essential principles for efficacy of a woman’s practice: alignment of the abdominal area (in the front of the body), with the lower end of the spine (at the back of the body). This session is part of the Short Course The Principles of Women’s Practice (Short Course; Level Intermediate) […]

Seated Forward Extensions – ‘Resting’ the Forehead (Intermediate Level)

The quietening effect of forward extensions is due in part, to the restful condition of the forehead/ frontal brain. This session starts with preparation of the limbs, and also some time experimenting with what it means to ‘rest’ the forehead. This session can be done as a stand-along session, we recommend doing it after the […]

Seated Forward Extensions – ‘Resting’ the Forehead (Experienced Beginner Level)

The quietening effect of forward extensions is due in part, to the restful condition of the forehead/ frontal brain. This session starts with preparation of the limbs, and also some time experimenting with what it means to ‘rest’ the forehead. Level: Experienced Beginners Duration: 60mins Props needed: a yoga strap, a couple of firm folded […]

Build Strength and Mobility in Back

This session works with relatively few props and in relatively simple positions, to bring strength and mobility in the back – focussing more on the upper back. Level: Experienced Beginner, Beginner Duration: 60min Props: yoga strap, firm blankets that can be folded to adjust height of the seat

Healthy Digestive System: Practice for Overall Health of the Gut

Level: Experienced Beginners, Intermediate, Gentle Duration: 90 mins. Props needed: This is a prop-intensive session! We will use 2 Chairs or a long table/ bed, bolster, blankets, blocks, and access to a wall This recording is part of the Short Course The Practice for Digestive Health (Short Course; Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate)  

An Interesting Journey Towards Forward Extensions

Preparing for forward extensions through novel and interesting arm and leg actions. Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate Duration: 60mins Props needed: a sturdy chair, yoga blocks, access to a wall This recording is part of the Short Course Active Preparation Culminating in Quiet Seated Forward Extensions (Short Course; Level: Intermediate). 

Challenging Your Standing Position: Forward Extensions

In this session, we explore a small part of the latent potential in our legs and feet in the standing positions: that of standing forward extensions. Although this may be done as a stand-alone session, it fits in very well with a a few other sessions on forward extensions that were recorded in a series […]

Hip Connection to Back and to Legs Reinforced

This session explores external rotational movement, using a belt to coax the hips to the end range of its rotational movement. We often dont touch these ‘outer corners’ in our regular activities. In fact physical pursuits such as bicycling and various athletic activities might diminish them further. This not only makes the hips stiff, setting […]