Levelling-up Sirsasana, Part I: Complementary Practice for Headstand with Upper Body Focus
The sessions in this Short Course present the most common sirsasana (headstand) mistakes, and strategies to correct them. The first two parts of the Short Course present preparatory actions/ asanas that must be consistently done for a robust sirsasana practice. This first part is a good upper body strengthening and toning practice by itself. Experienced […]
Levelling-up Sirsasana, Part II: Complementary Practice for Headstand with Lower Body Focus
The sessions in this Short Course present the most common sirsasana (headstand) mistakes, and strategies to correct them. The first two parts of the Short Course present preparatory actions/ asanas that must be consistently done for a robust sirsasana practice. This second part focuses on the lower limbs (although you will find that preparation for […]
Levelling-up Sirsasana, Part III: Correcting the ‘Banana’ Shape in Headstand
We believe sirsasana should be learned under the guidance of a trained instructor, and we do not attempt to teach sirsasana in any of our recorded sessions. The sessions in this Short Course present the most common sirsasana (headstand) mistakes, and strategies to correct them. This session focuses on a common pattern – the pelvis […]
Levelling-up Sirsasana, Part IV: When the Feet are Ahead of the Head, Instead of Being in Line with the Head
We believe sirsasana should be learned under the guidance of a trained instructor, and we do not attempt to teach sirsasana in any of our recorded sessions. The sessions in this Short Course present the most common sirsasana (headstand) mistakes, and strategies to correct them. This session focuses on a common pattern – when the […]
Levelling-up Sirsasana, Part V: Lifted Shoulders – the Essential Ingredient to Avoid Neck Strain, and to Experience Lightness in Headstand
We believe sirsasana should be learned under the guidance of a trained instructor, and we do not attempt to teach sirsasana in any of our recorded sessions. The sessions in this Short Course present the most common sirsasana (headstand) mistakes, and strategies to correct them. This session focuses on a common problem – the inability to […]
Levelling-up Sirsasana, Part VI: Diagnosing Tilts and Turns in Sirsasana
We believe sirsasana should be learned under the guidance of a trained instructor, and we do not attempt to teach sirsasana in any of our recorded sessions. The sessions in this Short Course present the most common sirsasana (headstand) mistakes, and strategies to correct them. This is a short session, detailing the position of arms, […]
Levelling-up Sirsasana, Part VII: Correcting Tilts and Turns in Sirsasana
We believe sirsasana should be learned under the guidance of a trained instructor, and we do not attempt to teach sirsasana in any of our recorded sessions. The sessions in this Short Course present the most common sirsasana (headstand) mistakes, and strategies to correct them. This session focuses on rotational tilts and turns in sirsasana. […]
Power-packed Forward Extensions – Leading up to Kurmasana
Forward extensions can require strength and stamina, energy and be physically demanding. They can increase respiratory capacity, strengthen back muscles, and integrate abdominal actions. This session also has some interesting ‘partnering’ ideas Duration: 75 mins. Props needed: a couple of yoga block, 2-3 firm blankets, any stable chair, access to a wall. Plate weights and […]
The Bounty of Straight Legs
There is straight legs – and then there is ABSOLUTELY straight legs – and the difference between the two is astounding! Duration: 75 mins. Level: Intermediate Props needed: a couple of yoga blocks, 3-4 firm blankets or a bolster, at least one yoga strap, access to a wall. Plate weights are optional
Levelling-up your Sirsasana Practice (Short Course; Level: Intermediate)
Sirsasana and sarvangasana (headstand and shoulderstand) are regarded as the ‘parent’ asanas. On a physiological level, their beneficial effects are systemic, but their effect go beyond the physical. These two practices also complement each other beautifully. But to derive the full benefit of these asanas – and to continue to derive their benefits for a […]
