Master Inversions and Arm Balances with Confidence
Going upside down doesn’t have to be scary. In these sessions, we use props and wall drills to build the stability and strength needed for arm balances like Bakasana and headstands, one step at a time.
A clip from my practice showing that some days the body feels heavy and doesn't support you. This is normal. The real practice is to keep showing up without judgment, even on the tough days.
Here, I'm spotting a student as she works on her handstand alignment. Building trust is the first step to finding balance. You can see her progress from partner work to holding the inversion on her own.
This is a glimpse into the process of learning Padma Bakasana. It takes time and many failed attempts before you find that moment of lift-off. Just keep trying, one day it will happen.
In our advance class in Malad, I'm providing hands-on assistance for a headstand variation. This direct feedback helps the student understand the alignment in their own body and build stability.
A student practicing a forearm stand variation against the wall. The wall is an excellent teacher, providing support and helping to overcome the fear of falling as you build strength.
This student is working on her Scorpion pose (Vrischikasana) against the wall. This is an advanced inversion that combines a forearm stand with a deep backbend, requiring both strength and flexibility.
A look at our Ashtanga Vinyasa class in Malad, where students are practicing headstand together. There is a powerful energy when we all move and breathe in sync, supporting each other's focus.
Our strong group of teachers and practitioners in Malad holding their headstands. The discipline of just showing up on the mat is what builds this kind of collective strength and focus.
More from our Malad class, practicing different headstand variations like Upavistha Konasana in Sirsasana. We believe in practice, and you can see the dedication in every student.
Practicing handstand drills against the wall. What keeps me going is knowing that I am just a worker, doing my part. The rest is taken care of. No chinta, just practice.
About Inversions & Arm Balances: Strength & Control
Many people think inversions are just about having strong arms, but they are really about conquering the fear of falling. In my classes, we use the wall as a partner to understand your alignment and core engagement safely. You do not need to be strong or flexible to start, you just need the willingness to show up and let the props help you find your balance.
Whether you are working towards your first Crow Pose (Bakasana) or refining a steady Headstand (Shirshasana), the journey is the same. My approach is simple: be calm and kar kaam (just do your work). We do not rush into advanced poses. We break down the foundations of upper body strength and core stability, making these movements accessible whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner.
In our Malad and Andheri workshops, we use props like yoga wheels, blocks, and straps to make these postures safe. For handstands and forearm stands, we focus on alignment drills against the wall so you can overcome the fear of tipping over. It is about understanding your center of gravity, not just muscling through the asana.
Some days you will feel light and ready, other days your body might feel heavy. That is completely normal. I believe in being a happy practitioner rather than a perfect one. If you have been practicing for a few years and want to explore biomechanics, or if you are brand new and want to learn the basics without pressure, these sessions will help you build a solid foundation.
We keep the practice grounded. You will get hands-on spotting in offline sessions to ensure your spine and shoulders are protected. Join us for a single intensive workshop or one of our regular batches to learn at your own pace.
Ajinkya Meher
I am just a worker who found peace through yoga, and now I share that journey with my community. I am not here to create perfect athletes, but to help you find joy in the process of showing up. My teaching is built on the belief that if you cannot run, you walk; if you cannot walk, you crawl—just keep moving.
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