--- title: "Backbending & Hip Opening Yoga Workshops in Andheri West" description: "Learn safe backbending and hip opening techniques at our Mumbai studio. Our yoga workshops use props to ensure correct alignment, making these challenging poses accessible. Book your backbending and hip opening session today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/theyogatribestudio/specialized-yoga-wellness-workshops/backbending-hip-opening last_updated: 2026-01-25 --- # Backbending and Hip Opening Workshops Tribe Verified · Real yoga workshops in Andheri West. By [The Yoga Tribe Studio](https://mytribe.in/theyogatribestudio) · Online and in-studio workshops at Andheri West, Mumbai · ₹1,200 per person per session (estimate) Part of [Specialized Yoga & Wellness Workshops](https://mytribe.in/theyogatribestudio/specialized-yoga-wellness-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/theyogatribestudio/specialized-yoga-wellness-workshops/gallery) We guide you through safe backbends and hip openers to build flexibility and strength. Using props and personal guidance, we make challenging poses accessible to every body, regardless of your starting point. ## Photos and videos - ![A student practices a headstand while another works on a supported backbend in the background, showing the diverse focus within a single class.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e2327f04-571b-4d2b-812c-591ee99270c4) - ![Using a chair for support is a fantastic way to build confidence and proper form in Chakrasana (Wheel Pose).](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/996315ac-b285-420d-a36b-700b957c0102) - ![This student demonstrates a deep, chair-assisted backbend, opening the chest and shoulders while feeling fully supported.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c50dd668-471a-424a-a236-fc030f78b595) - ![A beautiful example of a full Wheel Pose, using a chair to maintain stability and deepen the spinal arch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aeed00a8-36c4-4c8d-bc24-2ddde726fcf9) - ![Finding length and space in a supported backbend during our regular class.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c21eec66-0564-4e40-ba60-d30faa61dfa7) - ![This student works on Eka Pada Chakrasana, or one-legged wheel pose, building incredible strength and balance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e7bfdd3d-efe1-4f67-bbf4-00f0b559bbf5) - ![We use props like this yoga strap to gently guide the body into the Mermaid Pose, making the deep stretch more attainable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/617bf52f-0f62-44d2-a352-ccb6a0560662) - ![Working towards Hanumanasana (the splits) with the support of bolsters to ease into the stretch and protect the hamstrings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12ae0041-9c53-45c1-83c4-1e6fd6ec69b6) - ![A student smiles as she progresses in her split practice, showing the joy found in the journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef1f0862-9e72-47f4-bb6c-8938655f6ba3) - [Video: This video captures the journey into a full backbend, starting with a resistance band for support and ending in a graceful, strong Wheel Pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77a534b0-7e54-4bd8-8eb4-892f578f2832) - ![Using the wall and blocks for support is a key technique we teach for safely exploring deep backbends.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2c8d648-0ca8-4f51-b601-cb6f6c91c6e6) - ![A yoga strap helps bridge the gap in Eka Pada Rajakapotasana, allowing for a deeper shoulder and quad stretch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/948d7c2f-5ea6-497c-935a-9336cb281abb) - [Video: A glimpse into our Sunday workshop, where we focus on opening the hips and heart through poses like this supported one-legged king pigeon pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b82b90f7-ebe1-425c-8e8d-f73a5a364d30) - ![An overview of our specialized workshops designed for intermediate and advanced practitioners looking to deepen their backbend and hip-opening practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99451c41-407a-468b-846f-7e1c2c619571) - [Video: A class in session, with students working on preparatory poses for backbends and others using dumbbells for strength training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d3072f6-d89f-4e52-9b7b-404f3ccf3e62) - [Video: Partner work is essential for building trust and achieving deeper, safer backbends, as demonstrated in this preparation drill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/654e86b7-361e-4034-a66a-e96e17408df9) - [Video: Our classes often include a mix of partner stretches, solo backbends, and prop work with yoga wheels.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e6cee1e6-a5b6-46b9-a410-d87de44b823d) - [Video: Students practicing a wall walk-down, a dynamic way to build strength and confidence for dropping back into Wheel Pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c1f8bf2-cfa5-44a6-8088-2553d7e29f0b) - [Video: In our backbending workshops, we focus on detailed alignment, using props and hands-on adjustments to ensure a safe practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4870d468-7a97-43ff-a9fd-b617a081994e) - [Video: The smiles say it all. Exploring variations of Mermaid Pose with and without props during a fun and focused class.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/84936d68-da04-49b3-8800-467273f076cc) - ![Our instructor, Ajinkya, demonstrates the alignment and focus required for a deep Mermaid Pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/65e546cd-974d-4302-8557-fc7c1997fb5a) - ![A student finds joy and openness in her Eka Pada Rajakapotasana practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fabc51d0-b56a-4e64-9f15-89d17876eefe) - ![The vibrant energy of a student fully expressing the Mermaid Pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5cf1393e-302b-416d-be90-8d6ebf9143da) - ![A student gracefully holds the Mermaid Pose, using a yoga wheel in the background for other drills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/80501a76-f08c-47da-b34a-25e04a4537ac) - ![Each student's journey is unique. Here, a practitioner finds her own expression of the Mermaid Pose.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0cd86aad-daa0-4962-991f-bc7be015fb5f) - ![A beautiful, focused expression of the Mermaid Pose, showcasing strength and flexibility.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3bd08406-e7b0-4d20-a215-f8e87fc64434) - ![Partner-assisted backbends help create space in the spine and provide support to go deeper than one might alone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/772bcb5f-6507-4201-a1cc-9c6968d3509b) - ![Teamwork on the mat. This trio works together to support a deep, assisted backbend.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5de91eec-7854-46d4-9bdb-6122dc0fd35d) - ![With the guidance of an instructor, students safely explore partner-assisted backbends to improve their practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6fddc82-413f-48d0-86d4-e0e0f7de75a1) - ![Exploring Camatkarasana (Wild Thing) in class, a joyful pose that opens the heart and strengthens the back.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c4cf354-f6d2-4945-af44-ca72570de8ef) ## About Backbending & Hip Opening You don't need to be flexible to start backbending. We use Iyengar-style chairs, straps, and bolsters to support your spine and hips so you feel safe rather than strained. This means you can find the correct alignment for poses like Chakrasana or Eka Pada Rajakapotasana without worrying about injury, letting your body open up at its own pace. ### Why We Focus on Props Many people avoid backbends because they feel unsafe or experience pain. In our workshops at The Yoga Tribe Studio in Andheri West, we break that cycle by using props. A chair supports your weight in Wheel Pose (Chakrasana), allowing you to find the lift in your chest without crushing your lower back. Straps help you reach your feet in Mermaid Pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana) so your shoulders stay squared and stable. It is not about the final pose, but the safety and alignment you find along the way. ### What to Expect Our sessions are designed to release the tension stored in the hips and spine—areas where most of us carry the stress of city life. We don't just jump into deep stretches. We begin with preparatory asanas to warm up the muscles and lubricate the joints. Whether you are working toward Hanumanasana (the splits) or simply trying to reverse the stiffness from sitting at a desk all day, these workshops provide a structured environment to build strength and mobility. ### Who Is This For? These sessions are for anyone, from absolute beginners to intermediate practitioners. If you have been practicing for years but feel stuck in your progress, our teachers offer hands-on spotting and manual adjustments to help you move past physical blocks. We keep our batches small to ensure that every student gets the attention they need to practice safely and effectively. ## About The Yoga Tribe Studio Namaste, I am Ajinkya. I started The Yoga Tribe Studio to move beyond just stretching and help people find real freedom in their bodies. My team and I focus on alignment and safety, ensuring you actually enjoy the process of opening up rather than just fighting through it. 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