Yoga Asana: Building Strength, Balance, and Flexibility
Yoga is more than just shapes. It is about finding that sweet spot of sthira (steadiness) and sukha (ease) in your body. Join me to build functional strength, improve your balance, and gently work on your flexibility through mindful asana practice.
Finding a deep stretch in this lunge with a mermaid variation. This asana is amazing for opening the hip flexors and quadriceps while also creating space in the chest and shoulders. Remember to breathe into the stretch.
A tutorial for Eka Pada Koundinyasana 1, a challenging and rewarding arm balance. This pose builds incredible upper body and core strength, and I break it down step by step so you can give it a try.
A simple standing stretch to feel the length in my body. I love these flared yoga pants for both practice and lounging; they move with you through any asana.
A deep Dhanurasana, or Bow Pose, to open the entire front of the body. This backbend is a fantastic heart opener and helps to relieve stress and fatigue by stimulating the entire posterior chain.
Let's try Flying Lizard Pose. This is a great tutorial for an intermediate arm balance that combines core compression with a deep hip opening. It was one of the first arm balances I learned.
A quiet moment of practice by the Ganga river in Rishikesh. Moving through Natarajasana (Dancer's Pose) with the bridge lights reflecting on the water was a reminder to stay grounded, yet always flowing.
Playing with Grasshopper Pose on the beach. This arm balance requires a deep twist and strong core engagement, and it's always fun to practice with the sand and sea nearby.
About this collection
My approach to asana is not about perfectly mimicking the pose you see on screen. Instead, we focus on real-time verbal adjustments to ensure your alignment is safe for your body. Whether you are working on arm balances or just opening up tight hips, we move with your breath, not against it, so you leave feeling energized rather than drained.
When we practice asana together, we are not chasing Instagram-perfect shapes. We are looking for the 'why' behind the movement. My sessions integrate dynamic Vinyasa flows with the static grounding of Hatha yoga. This hybrid style is designed to help you build functional strength—the kind that helps you move through your daily life with ease—and gradually improve your mobility.
Where and how we practice
- In-Studio (Ulsoor, Bangalore): We meet at Multifit Ulsoor for small group sessions. These are limited to 10-12 people, which means I can give you the attention you need to make sure your form is solid. The floor is shock-absorbent, so your wrists and knees are well-supported during weight-bearing poses.
- Online: For those connecting from home, I host live Zoom sessions. I provide real-time verbal form correction to ensure you are practicing safely. You also get 24-hour access to class recordings, so if you miss a live slot, you do not lose your rhythm.
- 1-on-1: If you are recovering from an injury or want to master a specific skill, like your first handstand or chin-stand, we can tailor a private session to your specific needs.
Whether we are working on deep hip openers like Pigeon pose or building upper-body stability for arm balances, my goal is the same: to help you feel at home in your body. We start with where you are, not where you think you should be.
Gowri Murthy
Hi, I am Gowri! I believe yoga is for every-body, and my mat is a space where we leave perfection at the door. I love helping my flowmies find steadiness and ease in their practice, whether that is through a challenging arm balance or just a really good stretch after a long day.
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