Eka Pada Actions: Preparing for Hanumanasana (Short Course; level: Experienced beginners)
The ‘Eka Pada’ action: literally, meaning One (Eka) Leg (Pada) appear in many asanas – from the basic to the advanced. At its simplest, it might just involve holding one leg steady while moving the other (as in supta padangusthasana or utthita hasta padangusthasana). In its more complex forms it involves the two legs scissoring away from […]
Viparita Dandasana and Setu Bandha Sarvangasana: 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 this second session of this […]
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 […]
Viparita Karani, Halasana, Upavistha Konasana: Independent and 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 4th 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 […]
Journey from Active to Supported Back Arches & Inversions Using Two Bolsters: The Cross Bolster Magic (Short Course; level: Intermediate)
This Short Course leads from active back arches and inversions, to deeply restorative and rejuvenative positions that are fully supported by two bolsters placed perpendicular to each other. We call them ‘cross bolsters’. Prop-supported position are a boon to people with limitations, and preferable in certain conditions even for otherwise physically able people. But to […]
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 […]
Short Course #1 for Arms: Preparing Arms for Effortlessness in Inversions: Headstand, Shoulderstand and Elbow Balance (Level: Experienced Beginners/ Intermediate)
As one set of our major organs of action, the importance of arms cannot be overstated. This has become especially significant these days as our normal range of arm activities has significantly reduced – we no longer pull, push or lift weights. Instead our lifestyles are such that our arms and shoulders are held in […]
Short Course #1 for Abdomen More than ‘Core’ (Short Course; Level Experienced Beginner)
The role of the abdominal area in asana and pranayama practice is much more varied, complex, and interesting, than it is in the more conventional physical exercises. This area is rich with musculature, organs, nerve plexi, and the more esoteric control centres. It is recognised not just a ‘structural’ component whose musculature needs to be […]
Supporting the Back through Arm and Leg Actions – A Gentle, Supported Practice
A series of quiet asanas in seated, standing, and supine positions, to understand the relationship between the limbs and the trunk. We focus on broadening/ spreading actions at the lower limbs (legs), and the upper limbs (arms). This activates the upper and the lower back, while ensuring there is no narrowing/ pinching Although this can […]
