Twisting Actions Short Course (Weekend Intensive) Part2: Open, Closed, Supine and Inverted
Building up on the first part of this two-part series, This session explores the next level of complexity in twisting – introducing the concepts of open and closed twists, also twists in supine and inverted positions. The session ends with breath-work in supine positions Level: Intermediate Duration: 150min. Props needed: chair, block, blankets, bolsters ( […]
Positioning the Neck for Back Arches in Beginner Asanas
Starting with mobility and strengthening eactions in the upper back/ neck/ shoulder area, this session explores how the cervical area and the skull can be held in back arches to avoid straining the neck. We work up to salabhasana and ustrasana in this session. Level: Experienced Beginners Duration: 60 min. Props needed: one yoga belt, […]
Twisting Actions Short Course (Weekend Intensive) Part1: Limbering through Standing Asanas, followed by Basic Twists in Standing and Seated Positions
Beginning with standing asanas, this session prepares the body by introducing the basic concepts of twists in simple seated and standing positions. Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate Duration: 120min. Props needed: chair, block, blankets, bolsters, belt, access to wall This session is part of the Twisting Actions Short Course (Weekend Intensive).
Positioning the Neck for Back Arches – Part 1
This session explores explores how the cervical area and the skull can be held in back arches, using ahdomukha vrksasana (handstand) as a preparatory position. Level: Intermediate Duration: 75min. Props needed: yoga strap, firm blankets to sit, a low stool/ table or yoga chair, access to a wall
Twisting Actions Short Course (Weekend Intensive; Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate)
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, including quiet breath work in the second half of the second day. Part 1: Beginning with standing asanas, this […]
