Personal Sadhana and Ashtanga Yoga Classes in Bangalore

A look into the standing sequence of the Ashtanga primary series, including Trikonasana and Parsvakonasana. Each pose is an opportunity to find stability and expansion, grounding through the feet while reaching outwards.

Prasarita Padottanasana, or the wide-legged forward bend, is a grounding posture that calms the mind. For me, this is my happy place, a practice that always brings me back to a state of balance and wellbeing.

This sequence includes several foundational seated forward bends from the primary series, like Paschimottanasana. Each posture is a process of slowly eroding old barriers and building new structures of peace within.

The Marichyasana series involves deep twists and forward bends that detoxify the internal organs and release tension in the spine. This practice reminds me that my self worth is internal and not dependent on outside validation.

Asana provides a powerful opportunity for Svadhyaya, or self study. In poses like Ubhaya Padangusthasana, we can observe the body's response, watch the mind's reactions, and listen to the flow of our breath.

Garbha Pindasana and Kukutasana are challenging postures that teach us about our inner world. They help us confront the vasanas, or deep-rooted mental patterns, that influence our thoughts and behaviors.

The Embryo in Womb Pose, Garbha Pindasana, is deeply calming for the nervous system and improves concentration. It is a spiritual practice that helps unite the mind and soul, bringing balance and stability.

Setu Bandhasana, or bridge pose, can feel like pressure, but learning to relax into it is freeing. This practice has taught me that there is freedom in discipline and that we can change our perspective on challenges.

This clip shows the transition into Setu Bandhasana. It is a reminder that strength comes not from what you can already do, but from overcoming the things you once thought you could not.