Pranayama/ Breath-focussed class: Alternating Actions during Inhalation and Exhalation
Using Asanas to Prepare for a Pranayama
A supported but energetic practice is used to prepare for experience of the breath in supported back arches
Parivrtta Trikonasana: a Gentle Entry
Parivrtta trikonanasa – a standing, twisting, forward extending and balancing position. Naturally, this is not an easy position to access for older practitioners, or for those in a debilitated state. This session prepares for a supported parivrtta trikonasana after ample preparations – again using supports. Level: Gentle Duration: 90 min. Props needed: a couple of […]
Shoulder and Upper Back Actions to Manage & Prevent Degenerative Conditions in the Neck/ Cervical Area (Cervical Spondylosis)
This session addresses the back – specifically the upper back/ shoulder blades/ shoulder area, which need to be strengthened and firmed so that the pain the neck/ cervical area does not manifest. The arms are used actively – in seated and supported standing asanas. Even if you do not have a degenerative condition of the […]
A Quiet Practice with Focus on Legs
Level: Experienced Beginner, Gentle Duration: 75 min Props needed: blocks, yoga belt, a sturdy chair, a couple of firm folded blankets
Preparing for Backbends
Supported back arches interspersed with asanas to release the back in case of any strain. A good session to start building confidence with back arches, that provides ample opportunity for self-assessment, for doing, releasing, backing-off, and progressing. Level: Gentle, Experienced Beginner Duration: 90 min Props needed: 2 blocks, yoga strap, a sturdy chair, access to […]
Active Practice on a Hot Day
A hot day can make us feel lethargic and dull. At the same time, physical activity can leave us feeling exhausted. This session gives some ideas about how to do an energising practice on a hot day – employing some strategies like use of supports, selecting asanas that open the pelvic area, resting the head, […]
Twisting Actions Leading to Forward Extensions
Forward extending asanas are not just bending forward. Instead, it is more useful to think of them as ‘forward extensions’. In this session we explore this extension action at the waist.
The Armpits: Waking up the Dark Corners in Backward Extensions
This session combines supported back arches, with supported forward extensions. The back arches are used to explore one of the ‘dark zones’ in our body that usually escapes our attention – the armpit area. In this session we practice backbends with awareness to that back end of the armpits. We use the backbends to access […]
Strengthening Legs for a Healthy Back: Beyond Walking, Beyond Stretching
In this session, we isolate and address a vary large group of muscles that has immense potential to increase the strength of our legs – the hamstrings. These are crucial also in maintaining a healthy back. This session uses supports to hold asanas for longer duration, giving chance to the hamstrings to passively lengthen, instead […]
