--- title: "Yoga in Nature: Mindful Outdoor Practice with Mayura" description: "Experience the grounding power of Yoga in Nature with Mayura. Discover how outdoor practice can improve your Ashtanga Vinyasa flow and mental clarity." canonical: https://mytribe.in/mayura_theyogagirl/specialized-yoga-programs/yoga-in-nature last_updated: 2025-08-20 --- # Yoga in Nature: Finding Stillness Outdoors Tribe Verified · Practiced across India, Canada, and Thailand. By [Mayura Pednekar](https://mytribe.in/mayura_theyogagirl) · Available online; In-person sessions across Mumbai · ₹1,200 Per Session (estimate) Part of [Specialized Yoga Programs](https://mytribe.in/mayura_theyogagirl/specialized-yoga-programs). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/mayura_theyogagirl/specialized-yoga-programs/gallery) There is a profound shift that happens when we move our practice away from four walls and into the open air. Whether it is the grounding touch of grass or the rhythm of ocean waves, nature acts as a teacher all on its own. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This part of my life is called peace. Finding stillness and practicing Natarajasana (Dancer's Pose) surrounded by the lush greenery of Goa. Nature is the ultimate healer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/158a7e66-d957-4e5a-8606-b383f0c3ea07) - [Video: True balance is finding stillness within, even when the world around you moves. Here I am practicing Chakrasana (Wheel Pose) on a paddleboard. When you learn to steady the mind, the body follows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24f10e4f-1e44-4365-92cb-c786037b2026) - [Video: I tried paddleboarding for the first time and was a little afraid, but I gave myself time to make friends with the waves. Soon enough, I was trying a headstand. It's a reminder to be patient with new challenges.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/879c9ae1-c593-49d6-a562-21d74ced2c2d) - [Video: Are you a water baby too? There is something so freeing about practicing by the ocean, feeling the water and the sun. Here I am moving through Hanumanasana (Splits) and Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (Mermaid Pose) on the beach in Thailand.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a5bb055-b661-4b8e-90df-60e986f843ab) - [Video: Practicing Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) in a garden in Goa. This pose is wonderful for strengthening the abdominal organs, improving digestion, and increasing flexibility in the back and shoulders.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/364ab4d9-4c29-4338-a7d1-5bb28b61ea7a) - [Video: Here I am practicing Sirsasana (Headstand) in a beautiful garden. This inversion is amazing for reducing stress, improving memory, and strengthening the spine. Plus, practicing on soft grass feels wonderful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a132b4c1-5d20-4b66-9625-682577c35934) - [Video: Counting my blessings while practicing this heart opening pose in a beautiful park. Gratitude has the power to shift your entire perspective and bring so much joy into your life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a50fa0d2-030b-4434-b65a-9f32167fa6a9) - [Video: Asana practice with mindfulness is a journey to a place of stillness where the noise of the world softens. Here, I am celebrating International Yoga Day by connecting with myself and nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b092e808-b6ec-4be3-beea-3fe0179facbb) - [Video: On International Yoga Day, I am filled with appreciation for this beautiful gift of yoga. It makes me feel strong, graceful, and deeply connected to myself and the world around me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8b5d91a-e1c0-4d05-9072-2d5ac0e698ea) - [Video: This is a quote from the Bhagavad Gita that deeply resonates with me. "Tyagat Shanti Anantaram," which means that only by renouncing the fruits of your actions will you attain peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc694b44-ac00-421a-9acc-d1adc5972154) - [Video: Yoga plus nature equals bliss. This is how I recharge my soul. I can't thank the universe enough for bringing yoga into my life and for these beautiful moments in the Canadian Rockies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e758c73a-1c53-406d-bcd7-8fa42596404a) - [Video: Be thankful for the difficult people in your life, for they have shown you exactly who you do not want to be. Meditating by this river in Banff, I reflect on choosing my responses wisely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7901541e-6066-4ebb-b312-51ebdf77df92) - ![Dhyana, or meditation, is the seventh limb of Ashtanga yoga. It is the state where our individual consciousness begins to merge with universal consciousness. Finding this stillness amidst the grandeur of nature is a profound experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d586b8c0-eaf6-4f2e-a421-05134899c126) - [Video: As you go deeper into the ocean, the waves soften. Similarly, as you go deeper within yourself, the external noises fade away, and there is only love, peace, and bliss.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd66effe-ce9c-406e-94a7-6300b04dcc0f) - ![Sometimes, the longer you wait for something, the more you appreciate it when it finally arrives. A moment of balance and patience, practicing a variation of Virabhadrasana III (Warrior III) in nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b9fc68d-a87d-44b1-b846-e3da3deb4f5a) - ![Have a blissful Sunday. Taking a moment to breathe, stretch, and connect with the earth in this Padmasana (Lotus Pose) variation, surrounded by the vibrant green of Goa.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d100b84-296b-4f96-9d4e-d11052cdbd9b) - [Video: It takes a lot of strength to choose a path that is not conventional. Trust your journey and find your balance, just like in this Natarajasana (Dancer's Pose).](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/83914ab0-eb61-463e-9518-ac7fb950e60e) - [Video: Just breathe. Feeling the wind and the sun on a beach, finding freedom and expression in movement. Sometimes the simplest instructions are the most powerful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87f7acab-34de-47cd-a209-b013f397553d) ## About Yoga in Nature Practicing outdoors demands a different kind of presence. Unlike the predictable surface of a studio floor, nature offers uneven ground, shifting temperatures, and ambient sounds that force you to tune into your own center. It is not just about the photograph; it is about learning to balance your energy with the unpredictable beauty of the world around you. Nature is the ultimate teacher. When I practice *Natarajasana* (Dancer's Pose) in the lush greenery of Goa, the uneven soil forces my ankles to find stability in ways a gym mat never could. Similarly, finding balance on a paddleboard in Ontario or moving through *Hanumanasana* (Splits) on a Thai beach reminds me that our internal state is the only constant. Whether you are looking to deepen your Ashtanga Vinyasa practice or simply want to find peace through meditation, nature provides the space to disconnect from the noise. Here is how I approach outdoor sessions: * **Preparation:** I always recommend finding a spot that feels private. Safety is key; ensure the ground is stable, especially for inversions like Sirsasana. * **Adaptability:** Outdoor yoga requires more patience. You may need to modify poses based on wind, sun, or surface texture. Do not chase perfection; chase the experience. * **Mindfulness:** Use the ambient sounds—the river, the birds, the wind—to anchor your *Pranayama* (breathwork). If you are ready to move your practice outside, reach out. We can discuss whether you need a personalized sequence for stress relief, injury recovery, or simply building functional strength in a way that feels right for your body today. ## About Mayura Pednekar My name is Mayura, and I believe the world is the best yoga studio you will ever find. I guide students to move past the physical, connecting their breath to the elements. Let us find your flow together. 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