Arm Balancing Short Course (Weekend Intensive) Part 2- Arm balance followed by breath work
Transition to unsupported and final positions of arm balancing. Level: Intermediate Duration: 120min Props needed: 3-4 blankets, 3 blocks, belt, 2 chairs, access to a wall This recording is part of the Arm Balancing Weekend Intensive
Weekend Intensive – Arm Balances
The weekend Intensives are usually a set of two long-duration sessions, conducted over two consecutive days. While each Weekend has a clear focus, the two sessions together touch upon a wide range of asanas and positions, and the second half of the second day is spent on quiet breath work. In general, the first day has preparatory […]
Wrist and shoulders (Series, Beginner level)
Modern living with devices such as computers and mobile phones are not a natural way of living for us humans, yet we cannot live without them anymore. The use of these devices create imbalances and fatigue in the upper limbs that can lead to stressing the heart. The classes in this series are meant to […]
Deep Dive – Virabhadrasana I (Short Course, Level – Experienced Beginner)
A beginner level asana, but one that might take a while to master. Virabhadrasana I is introduced as a standing asana. It has components of forward and backward extension, and even twists. It requires collaborative effort of arms, legs, shoulders, back and hips. If any of these parts are not performing optimally, it shows up […]
Deep Dive – Virabhadrasana I (Short Course; Level – Intermediate)
A beginner level asana, but one that might take a while to master. Virabhadrasana I is introduced as a standing asana. It has components of forward and backward extension, and even twists. It requires collaborative effort of arms, legs, shoulders, back and hips. If any of these parts are not performing optimally, it shows up […]
Standing to Back Arches Short Course (Weekend Intensive; Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate)
Part1: The first day of this Weekend Intensive is a Standing Asana Intensive in itself! This session can be done as a stand-alone session. It ends with basic back arches with the preparation of the previous segment of standing asanas. Part2: Back arches are introduced as a continuation of the standing asanas. We spend time on standing asanas in the second day […]
Simple and Energetic Shoulder Strengthening
Strengthening actions for the upper back and shoulders in an active and energetic session, using only a belt and a block. Level: Experienced Beginner/ Beginner Duration: 45min Props needed: one belt and a block
Preparing for Forward Extensions: Calves and Shoulders
This session starts with shoulder work, and then prepares for forward extensions: softening and extending the calves Level: Experienced Beginner Duration: 60min Props required: blocks, access to a wall
The Muscle Conversation: Listening and Responding to Subtle Cues
When we try to exercise a part of the body (or the breath or mind) we are necessarily trying to control or regulate that part. An asana, on the other hand, is a two-way process, where one is constantly engaged in interaction with the body (or breath or mind). We don’t just try to regulate, […]
Beginner Back Arches Part1: Strengthening Arms, Shoulders and Legs to Prepare for Back Arches
Preparing the arms and shoulder leading to virabhadrasana I (connecting arms and shoulders to the hip and the lower limbs) This can be done as a stand-alone session, but we recommend following this up with the session Beginner Back Arches Practice Part 2: Urdhvamukha svanasana, Chatuspadasana, Purvottanasana Level: Beginner/ Experienced Beginner Duration: 60min Props needed: […]
