--- title: "Authentic Yoga Classes in Vile Parle | Alignment & Breathwork" description: "Join The YogArt Studio in Vile Parle for authentic yoga. We focus on alignment, breathwork, and mindful movement to help you unleash your inner strength." canonical: https://mytribe.in/theyogartstudios/yoga-classes-group-personal/featured last_updated: 2025-08-20 --- # Authentic Yoga Practice: Alignment and Breathwork Foundations Tribe Verified · Authentic yoga studio in Vile Parle, Mumbai By [Aarti Purohit](https://mytribe.in/theyogartstudios) · Studio sessions at Vile Parle West, Mumbai · ₹1,500 Per Session (estimate) Part of [Yoga Classes (Group & Personal)](https://mytribe.in/theyogartstudios/yoga-classes-group-personal). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/theyogartstudios/yoga-classes-group-personal/gallery) At The YogArt Studio, we believe yoga is a journey inward. This collection highlights the core principles of our practice—where breath, alignment, and mindful movement come together to build your foundation. ## Photos and videos - [Video: I always say, breathwork first, bodywork second. In this video, I explain the fundamental principle of connecting breath to movement. This is the core of my teaching; learning to exhale on a forward bend and inhale as you rise is where the real practice begins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74833c65-1d84-4493-b014-f044589cd0d5) - [Video: Safe and mindful practice is my priority. Here, I provide hands-on assistance using a yoga strap to help a student deepen their stretch in Supta Padangusthasana without strain. This personal guidance ensures you get the most out of every pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a80ac4ca-edbb-4366-9088-759629f45fae) - [Video: We use tools like wall ropes to build strength, challenge balance, and explore poses in new ways. This practice, known as yoga kurunta, helps decompress the spine and build incredible core stability, showing that yoga is a dynamic and evolving practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47fe25b8-c207-41f3-8917-2202e487882f) - ![Reaching your toes is not the goal; moving with awareness is. I use props like chairs to make poses like the forward bend accessible to everyone. This ensures you can work on spinal alignment and hamstring flexibility safely, no matter your starting point.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0db97ff4-85a1-4653-b55a-d049e52de27e) - [Video: The journey to an arm balance like Kakasana (Crow Pose) is filled with wobbles, laughter, and perseverance. This video captures the supportive energy of our group classes, where we encourage each other to face challenges and celebrate the effort, not just the result.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c4e8725-2dd2-4d03-a404-0d136edd02bc) - ![This is Purna Matsyendrasana, a deep spinal twist that detoxifies the organs and calms the nervous system. It represents the beautiful intersection of strength, flexibility, and inner stillness that we cultivate in our practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b221d27e-05bd-48a3-801d-7bd591557913) - ![Yoga is not just about stretching; it's also about building functional strength. Here, we use stability balls to engage the core, which is the center of our power and vitality. This variation adds a playful challenge while strengthening the entire body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7cdbe107-d1c5-4cf1-95ec-3eee748a2a6a) - [Video: Why is Padmasana (Lotus Pose) considered the ultimate meditative posture? I explain how its structure naturally aligns the spine, allowing for the free upward flow of prana, or life-force energy. Understanding the 'why' transforms your practice from mere physical exercise to a deeper energetic experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a2739093-dfec-4993-a1bf-786dfb56f4a5) ## About Featured You might be used to generic stretching, but here, we change the focus. We use wall ropes, blocks, and bolsters not just for support, but to unlock your spine's potential while keeping your breath steady. *Forward bend karoge toh exhale karoge* (When bending forward, you exhale)—we ensure your breath drives the movement, preventing the energy blocks that happen when you simply force a pose. ### Our Methodology: Breathwork First, Bodywork Second Many practitioners get lost in the physical aspect, trying to touch their toes without understanding the mechanics of the movement. At The YogArt Studio, we strip that back. We follow the *Guru-Shishya Parampara*, treating your practice as a relationship rather than a transaction. Whether you are in our Vile Parle West studio or a private session, our focus remains on spinal integrity and the flow of *pran* (life force). ### Why Alignment Matters We do not push for the perfect pose; we push for the perfect alignment for *your* body. Using tools like wall ropes (Yoga Kurunta) for spinal decompression or stability balls for core engagement, we ensure that every posture, from *Purna Matsyendrasana* to *Kakasana*, is performed safely. If you hunch your back during meditation, the energy gets stuck. We identify these small modifications to ensure the energy flows upward as it should. ### What You Can Expect * **Structured Learning:** We mix Hatha, Vinyasa, and Iyengar alignment principles to build functional strength. * **Prop-Based Practice:** We utilize blocks, straps, and chairs to make complex poses accessible, regardless of your flexibility level. * **Mindful Movement:** We emphasize the *why*—why we inhale on a backbend, why we use specific mudras, and how to carry this awareness off the mat. We limit our batches to 8-12 students to ensure I can personally correct your posture. If you are ready to stop just 'exercising' and start practicing yoga, join us for a session. AUM NAMAH. ## About Aarti Purohit I don’t just teach yoga; I guide you through the traditional path of understanding your body. My studio in Vile Parle is built on one simple truth: you need to understand yourself before you master the pose. 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