--- title: "Level Up: Inversions & Arm Balances | Yoga Training in Bengaluru" description: "Master inversions and arm balances with personalized yoga coaching. From Bakasana to handstand drills, join my sessions in Bengaluru to build strength safely." canonical: https://mytribe.in/teacher_praveen/acro-yoga-partner-practice/level-up-inversions-arm-balances last_updated: 2025-09-06 --- # Level Up: Inversions & Arm Balances Tribe Verified · 9 years of dedicated practice in Bengaluru By [Praveen](https://mytribe.in/teacher_praveen) · In-person sessions in Bengaluru · ₹500 per person / session (estimate) Part of [Acro Yoga & Partner Practice](https://mytribe.in/teacher_praveen/acro-yoga-partner-practice). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/teacher_praveen/acro-yoga-partner-practice/gallery) Ready to go upside down? Whether you are working on your first crow pose or fine-tuning your handstand, let us build the strength and control you need, together. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This advanced flow is a true test of strength and control. We move from Bakasana (Crow Pose) into a headstand, then transition into Ashtavakrasana (Eight-Angle Pose). It requires immense core engagement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08d9395b-cf20-4c39-9ce2-5604cb88de47) - [Video: A challenging transition from a supported headstand (Sirsasana) to a forearm stand (Pincha Mayurasana). This video breaks down the shift in balance and strength required to move between these two inversions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16937f34-0aff-4cb6-bf9f-c07787145077) - [Video: This is Eka Pada Bakasana, or one-legged crow pose. It's a significant step up from the standard crow pose, requiring more strength and focus. It's amazing to see my student matching my form here.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c921c14-3d62-4f31-9b6e-9559c6fda183) - [Video: A teacher and student moment, holding a parallel forearm stand. Our goal is to build up to 60 seconds of complete stillness. This kind of practice builds endurance and mental fortitude.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ab453cf-8b0d-41d7-9197-fdbb95769984) - [Video: Here are some ideas for duo headstands you can try with a practice partner. We explore different leg variations while holding the inversion, which challenges our balance in new ways.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6fadd4bf-8c02-4524-834a-2af9f42b4672) - [Video: No matter the place, the passion for practice remains the same. Here we are working on our handstands in a beautiful outdoor setting, focusing on alignment and hold time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f852235e-78ad-454c-84b6-11a6a47c8a06) ## About Level Up: Inversions & Arm Balances In these sessions, we do not just hold a pose. We break down the mechanics. Whether it is finding your balance in Bakasana (Crow Pose) or moving from a headstand into a forearm stand, we focus on safe, incremental progress. It is okay to wobble. In fact, that is where the real learning happens. Building an inversion practice is not about forcing your body into a shape. It is about patience, core engagement, and understanding the physics of your own structure. ### Why Practice Inversions? Beyond the aesthetic of a handstand, inversions like Sirsasana (Headstand) and Pincha Mayurasana (Forearm Stand) teach you focus. They force you to be present. You cannot worry about your to-do list when you are upside down. My approach is to take the intimidation out of these poses. We use props to support your alignment and we work on drills that build the necessary strength in your shoulders and wrists long before you try to kick up. ### My Approach to Progress I believe in the 'fail better' philosophy. You will fall out of poses. I still do. The goal is to make those falls safe and controlled. We spend time on: * **Core Engagement:** Learning how to brace without holding your breath. * **Safety & Spotting:** I act as your spotter so you can push your limits without fear of injury. * **Transitions:** Connecting poses like Bakasana to Ashtavakrasana (Eight-Angle Pose) to build flow and stamina. ### Where We Train Whether you are a beginner looking to understand your first inversion or an advanced practitioner working on seamless transitions, I offer private sessions in Bengaluru. We can train at a private studio or in the comfort of your own home. If you are ready to stop just dreaming about these poses and start working for them, let us get on the mat. ## About Praveen I have spent nine years chasing stillness in motion, mostly while balancing on my hands. I am not here to show you how perfect a pose can look. I am here to help you navigate the struggle of getting there and finding your own balance. 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