Invigorating Standing Asanas for the First Week of the Month
This is a session of strong standing asanas practice. It covers most of the standing asanas, and ends in inversions and seated twists. The strong holds, no use of props, and the continuous progression from one asana to the next, makes it an intermediate level session. Level: Intermediate Duration: 75min Props required: minimal props are […]
Anantasana
As the seat of the largest muscles and bones in the body, the thighs built for strong actions. However, quiet often, due to our limited range of actions, and due to aging, the thighs start losing their firmness. We explore the interesting concepts of ‘Active’ and ‘Passive’ muscular actions in this session. Leading up to […]
Preparing for Seated Forward Extensions Like Paschimottanasana and Janu Sirsasana
This is a forward extension session that works on the back surface of the body. Although we have not included the classical ‘seated forward extensions in this session due to lack of time, we recommend testing out the efficacy of this preparation , by trying out a couple of seated forward extensions like paschimottanasana and […]
Spinal Relief for Deskworkers
In this session, the back is activated and energised through hip and shoulder movements, in supine, standing and seated asanas. A good session to limber and loosen up the back body after a day sitting at a desk. Also suitable to restart practice after a break. Level: Beginner, Experienced Beginner Duration: 45min.
Supine Exploration of Internal Spaces: An Audio Pranayama Class (FREE Resource)
An Audio-only pranyama class. the set-up and basic instructions of these positions are available in the following playlist: https://vimeo.com/showcase/6981039 FREE Resources are available to everyone without payment and without logging in. Click on the video to play it.
Forward Extensions Overview – from Standing to Seated
In this session we start with mobilising the arms and legs and integrating the action of the limbs going towards restful seated forward extensions. Duration: 60min Level: Experienced Beginners Props required: yoga strap, a sturdy chair, access to a wall
Resting the Head: Restful Practice Based on Supported Forward Extensions (FREE Resource)
A short restorative practice that leverages the quietening effect of forward extensions. Not specifically for respiratory health, this is a general restful practice session suitable for beginners, as well as for those with physical limitations, those recovering from an illness, and the aged. Props are used for support, but household objects can be used for […]
Preparing the whole Body for Effective Seated Forward Extensions (Exp. Beginner Level)
In this session, we activate the back and the sides of the body, and then move towards seated forward extensions. Level: Experienced Beginners Duration: 75min Props: chair, blankets, access to wall
Gentle, Accessible, Supported: Forward Extensions
This is a gentle practice of forward extensions that includes enough options for supports to be accessible for most people. The session starts with focussed preparation to get the upper and sides of the back. The asanas in this session are done standing, which makes it easier to execute than the seated forward bends. Level: […]
Aligning Calves, Ankles, Feet: Healthy Actions for Varicose Veins, Flat Feet
Gentle but powerful work on calves and shins, and the small connective tissue on the soles of the feet to lengthen, to widen and to align. Level: All levels Duration: 45mins Props required: a sturdy chair, couple of blocks, a rolled blanket
