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title: "Backbend & Heart Opening Yoga Workshops in Bengaluru | Saumya Mishra"
description: "Join my backbend and heart opening yoga workshops in Bengaluru. Learn safe techniques for Chakrasana and Dhanurasana with expert guidance at our Koramangala studios."
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# Backbend & Heart Opening Yoga Workshops in Bengaluru

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By [Saumya Mishra](https://mytribe.in/saumyamishrayoga) · Workshops at Good Move Wellness, Koramangala and studios across Bengaluru · ₹550 Per Workshop (estimate)

Part of [Advanced Yoga Workshops](https://mytribe.in/saumyamishrayoga/advanced-yoga-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/saumyamishrayoga/advanced-yoga-workshops/gallery)

Explore the mechanics of deep backbends and heart opening poses with step-by-step guidance in our supportive Bengaluru workshops.

## Photos and videos

- [Video: Let's learn Chakrasana (Wheel Pose). This video covers preparatory drills to open the shoulders and strengthen the back before you lift up. Remember to listen to your body and progress at your own pace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0bbe167-e059-4eb0-b13d-2287d376982a)
- [Video: Afraid of drop backs? Using furniture like a sofa can provide height and support, helping you build confidence as you work on your Chakrasana. All furniture is just a yoga prop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aafdf027-faa7-4e04-a0e5-d180d5bfc2ea)
- [Video: This is a beautiful mobility practice for the shoulders, showing a transition from Malasana (Garland Pose) to Chakrasana (Wheel Pose).](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8dbc7991-d4ea-4178-b167-9e4ecb61f123)
- [Video: Here are the progressions for Ustrasana (Camel Pose). We move step by step, from a supported backbend to the full expression of the pose, ensuring you feel comfortable at each stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3cacb0c7-46c9-4f80-af8f-2d04a080f153)
- [Video: This is a step by step tutorial for Dhanurasana (Bow Pose). The key is to kick the legs into the hands to lift the chest, rather than pulling the feet in. I also show modifications using a belt.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31ab516c-f742-40a9-9db3-77877ec6c855)
- [Video: Purna Dhanurasana (Full Bow Pose) is an advanced backbend that strengthens and improves flexibility of the entire back. Progress step by step and always listen to your body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17c1b10d-9270-449f-b0c3-c05ef70b5178)
- [Video: Flipping the grip in poses like Rajakapotasana (King Pigeon Pose) requires a lot of shoulder mobility. This tutorial breaks down the technique and shows how to use a belt to assist you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e1228b42-cf76-476f-9b26-3fdbe3d0b0ba)
- [Video: This video shows how to work on flipping your grip in both Bow Pose and Dancer's Pose. Remember that this is an advanced technique that takes time and patience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/487e58ab-2433-4b53-8167-be3c08e775bc)
- [Video: A beautiful transition from Wild Thing to Wheel Pose. This is a great way to work on shoulder mobility and control as you flow between backbends.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e63e72b4-0eeb-4970-a806-afe68130ebb1)
- [Video: A short flow moving from a pike lift preparation into a backbend. Even on days when I feel physically weak, movement helps me reconnect with my strength and feel gratitude.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bda1e9d5-9937-4935-99e9-5afd363c88da)
- [Video: Every body is different. This video shows how to use blocks to modify asanas like Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) and Ustrasana (Camel Pose) to suit what feels good for you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8711929-19bd-42d9-99db-93e70ca90404)
- [Video: This video demonstrates Vasisthasana (Side Plank) and its modifications, including a transition into Wild Thing, which is a beautiful heart opening backbend.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b748eca8-3d8c-444e-b3a1-060215535d34)
- [Video: Filling my life with abundance. A moment of practice in Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) at the Sivananda ashram.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d047d857-d319-4b39-918a-5c631274c148)
- ![Yoga is more than just stretching. While poses like this backbend improve flexibility, the real practice is the process of coming closer to yourself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae0935d1-6ecf-4f96-93f1-04c2c7440203)
- [Video: Chakrasana practice can feel immensely fulfilling. This video shows variations like Eka Pada Chakrasana (One Legged Wheel Pose) that you can explore once you are comfortable in the main pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/685e1a67-87a2-4fca-96e6-e385894c6551)
- ![An announcement for a backbend workshop in Koramangala, focusing on a heart opening flow to improve spinal flexibility and strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/da113985-3b83-4a75-b068-04e3ed18d737)
- ![Another poster for my Heart Opening Flow workshop. These sessions are for anyone with a basic movement practice who wants to learn techniques for healthier backbends.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b746a7cb-1db8-4d97-a1f8-c38e137ed613)
- ![A simple Chakrasana (Wheel Pose) on a bridge in Uttarkashi. Finding moments to practice wherever you are.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6cb24bf-e442-4f73-85b9-a0e960f455a3)
- ![A standing backbend on a misty bridge. The question is, are you happier when you get more, or when you want less? A thought from my time at the ashram.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17076185-6253-4b40-8e05-7a765b48632b)
- ![An old photo of me in Kapotasana (Pigeon Pose variation) in the grass. Sometimes it's nice to look back at where you've been on your journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/da5c076c-c3dd-47a4-876c-c1700d039e7d)
- ![Let's dream big and believe in ourselves. A standing backbend variation that expresses a feeling of openness and possibility.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce367eb0-c04f-4339-96f4-1e01e68ad496)
- [Video: A flow that includes a transition from Crow Pose to Wild Thing. Combining arm balances and backbends is a fun way to challenge your practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74b4c95f-1000-44f3-a10e-b7a6039cbf79)
- [Video: Natarajasana (Dancer's Pose) in a beautiful open space. Let's make our dreams happen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87ae2f1f-f711-44dd-b687-a01c629965cf)
- [Video: Yoga makes me feel strong yet soft. A moment of practice on the beach, moving into a wheel pose, feeling connected to myself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b00a5e57-a5d7-4ac5-94f8-a78842c7d431)
- ![A reminder that it's a beautiful world out there. Practicing Purna NatarajAsana (Full Dancer's Pose) in a wide open field.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f0133e4a-820a-481b-a58e-1985743af411)
- ![Happy 2023. A silhouette of Natarajasana against the sunrise at the Sivananda ashram, a place filled with gratitude.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef60903d-2301-463f-95f6-b178ddf1f78f)
- ![A reminder to let go and move forward. Practicing Poorna Dhanurasana (Full Bow Pose) by the water.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d27ea2f6-f5af-41bd-9e7f-d52014d2ab55)
- [Video: A video announcement for my backbend workshop in Bangalore. We explore poses like Purna Dhanurasana to deepen our practice in a safe and supportive environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e2dbe43-bdfc-40ff-802f-3528aa0c54fe)

## About Backbend & Heart Opening Workshops

Backbends are not about forcing your spine into a deep curve. We use props like blocks and furniture to safely build the necessary shoulder mobility and core stability first. Whether you are working toward your first Chakrasana or refining your Ustrasana, we break every pose into manageable stages to ensure you feel secure while you find your range of motion.

### Understanding Your Spine
Many students come to me fearing backbends or assuming they lack the flexibility to try them. My workshops are built on the belief that a backbend is a conversation with your spine. We focus on the mechanics—opening the chest, strengthening the quads, and engaging the core—rather than just pushing for depth. 

### The Workshop Approach
I teach in a modular, step-by-step format, often called the 'engineer's breakdown.' We dissect complex postures into three or four stages: preparation, entry, holding, and safe exit strategies. If you are struggling with a pose, we do not force it. Instead, we look at the constraints: Is it shoulder tightness? A weak core? Fear of falling? We use studio props, blocks, and even furniture to bridge the gap so you can practice safely.

### What You Will Learn
- **Foundational Strength:** Drills for shoulder, wrist, and core activation that make backbends possible.
- **Modifications:** How to use belts, blocks, and walls to practice safely as a beginner or intermediate student.
- **Chakrasana & Ustrasana:** Detailed tutorials on the Wheel and Camel poses, with variations to suit your body's unique needs.
- **Safety:** We spend time learning how to fall safely so that fear does not hold you back from progress.

Whether you are based in Koramangala or HSR, my weekend sessions offer a space to learn with a consistent group. Bring your willingness to try, your patience, and a sense of humor—sometimes you will nail it, and sometimes you will just wobble. Both are part of the journey.

## About Saumya Mishra

I am Saumya, and I believe backbends are less about extreme flexibility and more about creating space and courage in the chest. My workshops are designed to break these poses down, so you stop fearing the 'drop back' and start understanding what your spine actually needs to move safely.

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