Master Correct Yoga Asana Alignment
Yoga is not just a stretch; it is a discipline. Learn the 'why' and 'how' behind foundational and advanced asanas with my step-by-step guidance, focusing on real alignment rather than fancy poses.
This video demonstrates the correct posture for Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend), a fundamental pose for hamstring flexibility and calming the mind.
A step-by-step guide to Supta Virasana (Reclined Hero Pose). This video explains the method and benefits of this deep restorative pose for the thighs and spine.
This video explains the benefits of Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose), the only asana that can be performed right after a meal to aid digestion and strengthen the legs.
A demonstration of the Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) sequence with traditional Sanskrit counting. This is a foundational flow for any yoga practice.
Learn the benefits of Chakrasana (Wheel Pose) in this short tutorial. This video explains how the pose improves flexibility, strengthens the arms, and enhances vitality.
This video explains the many benefits of Sirsasana (Headstand), the king of asanas, from improving circulation and focus to strengthening the neck and shoulders.
About Learn the Asanas
When you practice Paschimottanasana or Sirsasana, you are training your nervous system. Most injuries happen because students focus on the shape, not the structure. In my studio, we use belts, blocks, and walls to ensure your alignment is correct before you ever attempt a full pose. Real progress does not come from forcing your body into a position, but from understanding the mechanics that make it safe.
Why Alignment is Non-Negotiable
Yoga is often treated like a gym workout, but without correct alignment, you are just accumulating wear and tear. At Soul to Shiva, I teach that an asana is not complete until the body and mind are in sync. Whether we are practicing Surya Namaskar sequences or complex inversions like Chakrasana, the goal is always stability and comfort.
My Method: The Science of Props
I use traditional yoga props—ropes, wheels, and blocks—not as a crutch, but as a teaching tool. If you cannot reach your toes in a forward bend, we use a strap to keep your spine straight. This allows you to hold the pose long enough to actually feel the stretch in the right places, rather than just straining your lower back.
Beyond the Asana
The physical posture is only the beginning. My classes are structured to guide you through:
- Anatomical Safety: Understanding which muscles to engage and which to relax.
- Breath Integration: Coordinating movement with breath to calm the nervous system.
- Sustainable Progression: Building strength and flexibility over months, not days.
Ek din main nahi hoga, lekin ek din zarur hoga (It won't happen in a day, but one day, it will). If you are in New Ashok Nagar or Mayur Vihar, come prepared to work, sweat, and learn the right way.
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