Advanced Yoga Poses and Technique Workshops
Ready to move past the basics? Whether you want to master a headstand or find stability in an arm balance, these advanced techniques are broken down step by step for safe, progressive learning.
The headstand, or Sirsasana, is known as the king of all asanas. If you are struggling to find balance, this video shows a preparatory exercise to build the necessary shoulder and core strength. I guide you through the steps to walk your feet in and stack your hips over your shoulders safely.
Here is a great way to build strength for a handstand, or Adho Mukha Vrksasana, using a wall or a tree as a prop. I demonstrate how to walk your feet up to create an 'L' shape, which builds shoulder stability and helps you get comfortable being upside down.
This video demonstrates a flowing transition into an arm balance, Koundinyasana. This pose requires a combination of core strength, flexibility, and concentration, embodying the idea that yoga is about finding both physical and internal balance.
Here I am practicing Shalabhasana, the Locust Pose. This powerful backbend strengthens the entire back of the body, from the neck to the legs, and is excellent for improving posture and building core strength.
About Advanced Poses & Techniques
Advanced poses are not about brute strength, they are about understanding your body's alignment so you do not hurt yourself. In these sessions, I do not just show you how to do a headstand or arm balance, I teach you the preparatory movements for your shoulders and core. You will use props like walls, chairs, or belts to safely build the stability needed before you ever try to balance on your own.
Many students believe that arm balances or inversions like Sirsasana (headstand) require intense flexibility. The reality is that they require specific structural alignment. When you jump into these poses without building the right foundation, you risk injury or unnecessary strain on your neck and shoulders.
In my practice, we approach these advanced movements using Iyengar-inspired alignment principles. We break each pose into manageable steps. For example, before you attempt a free-standing handstand, we use a wall or a tree to build shoulder stability and core control in an 'L' shape. This allows you to get comfortable being upside down without the fear of falling.
Whether you are working on Koundinyasana or just looking to improve your back-bending mechanics in Shalabhasana, the focus remains the same, technique first. Once your body understands the alignment, the pose follows naturally. If you are joining my online classes, I provide verbal adjustments to ensure you are safe at home. If you prefer to visit me in GK-1, we can work on these progressions in person with props like blocks and belts to support your journey.
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