Master Advanced Arm Balances & Inversions in Bengaluru
Ready to take your practice upside down? I help you build the core and shoulder strength for headstands and arm balances, with zero shortcuts. Let's practice correctly.
This video shows the different entry techniques for a headstand, including tuck, pike, and straddle. Mastering these entries builds core control and makes your inversion practice smoother and more stable.
This student demonstrates a beautiful headstand against the wall. Her journey to achieving this pose is a testament to her consistency in building mobility, strength, and flexibility through our classes.
Here are two of my students practicing their headstands together. This inversion requires focus and core strength, and it's wonderful to see them support each other's progress in the studio.
A student holds a steady headstand using the wall for support. This is an excellent way to get comfortable being upside down and build the necessary shoulder and core strength for the full pose.
My students are practicing the Tripod Headstand. This variation requires a different kind of balance and strength, and they are all doing a fantastic job exploring this challenging inversion.
A student practices her handstand in the studio. This is an advanced inversion that demands immense arm and shoulder strength, core stability, and balance. Her dedication to the practice is clearly visible.
This is a clip of my own handstand practice. Building up to a stable handstand takes time and consistent effort. It's a full-body exercise that strengthens you from your wrists to your toes.
A student practices a tuck handstand against the wall. This is a great drill for building the core compression and strength needed to eventually hold a freestanding tuck handstand.
A student practices Kakkasana (Crow Pose) with a bolster for support. Using props is a smart way to understand the mechanics of an arm balance and build confidence before lifting off completely.
Here are my students using bolsters and blocks to practice a supported Bakasana (Crow Pose). This method helps them get the feeling of the pose while minimizing the fear of falling, allowing them to focus on building strength.
About Advanced Arm Balances & Inversions
Getting into a handstand or Crow Pose is not about raw strength; it is about proper technique and understanding the physics of your own body. In my studio, we do not rush into 'fancy' poses to post on social media. We use props like bolsters, blocks, and wall ropes to build the necessary wrist and core stability, ensuring you understand the mechanics before you ever leave the ground. It is about steady, safe progress, not just showing off a shape.
Many people come to me wanting to master a handstand or a headstand, but they often struggle because they are skipping the foundation. When you try to force an arm balance without engaging your core or protecting your wrists, you are just asking for an injury.
My approach at Sanatan Yoga Studio in Arekere is different. We break down every inversion into smaller, manageable steps. Whether it is learning how to stack your hips in a pike headstand or using a bolster to safely practice Bakasana (Crow Pose) without the fear of falling, we focus on alignment. We work on:
- Wrist & Shoulder Preparation: Strengthening the joints to handle your body weight safely.
- Core Engagement: Learning how to pull your center inward, which is the secret to feeling 'light' in your inversions.
- Prop-Based Training: Using blocks and wall support to build confidence and muscle memory.
- Safe Entry & Exit: Many injuries happen when entering or exiting a pose. I teach you how to fall safely so you can practice without anxiety.
Yoga is for har koi (everyone), but advanced poses require patience. If you have been struggling to hold a pose or are terrified of going upside down, come join our group classes. We will work on your mobility and strength until those challenging arm balances feel stable and controlled. No shortcuts, just real practice.
Sanatan Yoga Studio
I am Raveena. I teach yoga to make you strong, not just flexible. When we work on inversions, I am right there with you to ensure your alignment is spot on, so you don't end up hurting your neck or wrists.
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