Moving from Symmetry to Asymmetry – A Gentle Practice
We use the grounded equilibrium of supta tadasana to initiate this session. We start to move our arms and legs one by one from this perfectly symmetrical position, and move on to a series of quiet asanas in seated, standing, and supine positions, to understand the relationship between the limbs and the trunk. We focus […]
Receiving Quietness and Support from the Wall: Introduction
These set of sessions facing the wall have a calming effect on the nervous system. They are also preparation and orientation for the classical prone positions that are greatly beneficial for respiratory health. While not a menstrual practice, this session is supported, and relaxing. It is, therefore, also suitable to be done during normal menstruation. […]
Standing Asana Intensive with Focus on Ankles, Leading to Bhekasana (Part1 of Back Arches Weekend Intensive)
Focussing on calves, shins and ankles as the foundation for standing asanas. Progressing to the basic back arches. Level: Experienced Beginners, Intermediate Duration: 120min Props required: no props are needed, blocks are optional This session is part of the Short Course Standing to Back Arches Short Course (Weekend Intensive; Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate)
Upper Back Preparation Leading to Back Arches (Part2 of Back Arches Weekend Intensive)s
Focussing on calves, shins and ankles as the foundation for standing asanas. Progressing to the basic back arches, ending with breath-work. This session is part of the Short Course ‘Standing to Back Arches (Weekend Intensive). Save by renting the entire Course. Level: Experienced Beginners, Intermediate Duration: 120min Props required: a yoga strap, a sturdy chair, […]
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 […]
Short Course #1 for Abdomen More than ‘Core’ (Level – Intermediate) Incl. FREE Session on Breath Experience in the Abdomens
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 kept toned, but […]
Abdomen Use in Asana – Experience of the Breath (FREE Recording)
Experiencing the breath in the abdomen Duration: 45min; Level: Experienced Beginner, Intermediate, Gentle This FREE recording is part of the following Short Courses: Short Course #1 for Abdomen: More than ‘Core’ (Level – Intermediate) and, Short Course #1 for Abdomen More than ‘Core’ (Level – Gentle) FREE Resources are available to everyone without payment and […]
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 […]
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
