--- title: "Advanced Yogic Practices: Master Breath Control & Plavini" description: "Master advanced yogic practices with Acharya Shivam Mishra. Learn Plavini Pranayama, advanced asanas, and yoga anatomy through our modern Gurukul approach." canonical: https://mytribe.in/skmyoga/advanced-yoga-workshops-seminars/advanced-yogic-practices last_updated: 2025-09-22 --- # Mastering Advanced Yogic Techniques and Breath Control Tribe Verified · Modern Gurukul for serious yogic advancement. By [SKM Yoga](https://mytribe.in/skmyoga) · Available online and at studios in Noida & Dubai · ₹499 per workshop (estimate) Part of [Advanced Yoga Workshops & Seminars](https://mytribe.in/skmyoga/advanced-yoga-workshops-seminars). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/skmyoga/advanced-yoga-workshops-seminars/gallery) Move beyond basic asanas. Explore deep integration of breath, anatomy, and advanced movement designed for the serious practitioner. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A student from my yoga retreat demonstrates Plavini Pranayama. After learning to control her breath, she is able to float effortlessly in the water, showcasing the incredible potential that lies within dedicated practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4eb53d1-3498-462e-9842-12adccfebdcf) - [Video: Another student, Sheetal, successfully performs the Plavini mudra during our yoga retreat. By filling her body with air, she achieves a state of buoyancy, a skill that requires immense focus and breath control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/090b6394-523b-4549-baf9-215bef414eee) - [Video: A student demonstrates the steps of Plavini pranayama in the water. The process involves deep inhalation and locking the breath to create a feeling of lightness, allowing the body to float naturally.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3488eefa-bf73-4b7a-99da-b0327b239f0d) - [Video: A demonstration of the stability and relaxation that can be achieved in water through Plavini pranayama. The body, supported by the breath, moves with the gentle rhythm of the water.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73b22be5-aa41-4397-8771-b4cc2b6f6865) - [Video: A student performs an advanced yoga flow on stage at the Saras Ajeevika Mela. This level of flexibility and control is the result of dedicated practice and a deep understanding of the body's mechanics, which is a cornerstone of my training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cff67cfb-55a4-4609-93c5-84f6805b9954) - [Video: During an advanced workshop, I assist a student with a challenging aerial yoga pose. Using props like the yoga hammock allows us to explore flexibility and strength in new ways, pushing past perceived limitations safely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e4508e4-2b41-4c41-8a9a-0086a74e054f) - [Video: Guiding a student into a deeper expression of a standing split. Proper alignment and hands-on adjustment are crucial in advanced asana practice to ensure safety and maximize the benefits of the posture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2126ab97-0587-4d34-a94a-6093d73b7b51) - [Video: Assisting a student with an advanced standing leg-hold posture. My role as a teacher is to provide the support and guidance needed for students to safely explore their physical and mental boundaries.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e099e05-890c-4eb8-9281-ebf96624717f) - [Video: A hands-on adjustment for a complex seated twist. This kind of personalized guidance in my workshops helps students understand the subtle mechanics of a pose and achieve greater depth in their practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87cb7d6c-2f8f-42bb-bb83-86b45cf5f322) - [Video: Using a yoga wheel to help a student deepen their backbend. Props are excellent tools in advanced practice to build strength, increase flexibility, and safely work towards more challenging asanas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78c90e49-f30e-413d-a12f-87bc2ddd8229) - [Video: A group of students in an advanced workshop using props like blocks and wheels to work on deep forward bends and hip-opening postures. Collective practice creates a powerful energy of focus and determination.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae1844e7-0e75-418e-898c-eaa4db98c13c) - [Video: Demonstrating the use of an aerial yoga hammock. This practice, also known as anti-gravity yoga, helps decompress the spine and build core strength while adding a dynamic and playful element to our training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b87bb054-f270-44c3-bb60-ba2241fa6e17) - [Video: Learning from the masters is essential. Here, my students are receiving wisdom from the revered Pujya Swamiji. I believe in providing my students access to diverse sources of knowledge to enrich their spiritual journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b5429319-6b52-49e1-84e0-5fc6843581dd) - [Video: The human body is capable of incredible feats of flexibility and control, as demonstrated by this practitioner often called a 'rubber man'. While spectacular, such abilities are developed through years of disciplined practice, showing the transformative power of yoga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db942bc4-c417-4f27-b8f4-078aa3be17fb) ## About Advanced Yogic Practices You might see students floating in my aqua yoga sessions and think it is just about balance, but Plavini Pranayama is a precise science of breath locking. Before we even enter the water, I ensure you understand the anatomy of your respiratory system; trying these techniques without proper instruction is not just ineffective, it is physically risky. I teach you how to prepare your body, not just how to perform the pose. ### Moving Beyond the Basics Most people practice yoga as if it were a gym workout. In my advanced workshops, we stop treating the body like a machine and start treating it like a living, breathing system. Whether you are looking to master Plavini Pranayama (Aqua Yoga) or integrate Sound Healing into your teaching, these practices require more than flexibility. ### The Science of Advanced Asana We don't just hold poses. We use tools like aerial hammocks and yoga wheels to decompress the spine and safely push your range of motion. Each advanced module is built on: * **Anatomical Understanding:** You learn why a pose works, not just how to copy me. We use 3D models to show exactly which muscles are engaging. * **Breath Locking:** Pranayama is the engine of the practice. If you don't control the breath, you aren't doing yoga; you are just stretching. * **Mind-Body Integration:** We move from the physical to the cellular level. This is where real health begins. ### Is This For You? If you are a student or a teacher looking to level up, you need a guide who has been there. These workshops are for those who are tired of the superficial and are ready for the 'real' work. It is not always easy, and it is not always comfortable, but it is always authentic. If you are ready to study the philosophy and the anatomy behind every movement, let's begin. ## About SKM Yoga I'm Acharya Shivam Mishra. I don't just teach postures; I teach the mechanics of the human body and the science of the breath. If you are looking to go beyond the basics, you are in the right place. 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