Outdoor Yoga in Cubbon Park: Sunday Morning Hatha Vinyasa
Step out of the concrete jungle and onto the grass. We practice Hatha Vinyasa under the trees, breathe in the morning air, and share quiet moments together. It is real, imperfect, and grounding.
A time-lapse of our morning practice, moving through Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutations) and finding balance in tree pose. You can see the energy of the group flowing together with the rhythm of the park.
The whole group moving into Ubhaya Padangusthasana (Both Big Toe Pose). It’s a powerful sight, seeing everyone working on their core strength and balance together under the canopy of trees.
I always make time for individual attention. Here, I'm helping a student find a deeper twist and shoulder opening in a standing lunge variation during our outdoor Vinyasa class.
A candid moment from our Cubbon Park session. You can see the focus and the smiles, which is what my classes are all about. It's a mix of effort and ease.
Two students practicing a wide-legged seated forward bend. Our outdoor sessions offer plenty of space to stretch out and connect with your own practice, even in a group setting.
This picture captures the essence of our community. After a good practice, we settle into Savasana (Corpse Pose) for final relaxation, sometimes with a friendly canine invasion on the mat.
A wide view of our group in Savasana. There's a unique tranquility in surrendering to stillness together, surrounded by the gentle sounds of nature in the heart of the city.
About this collection
Don't worry about being the most flexible person in the park. My Sunday sessions are less about perfect alignment and more about showing up for yourself. You might see a stray dog wander onto a mat or hear a sitar player in the distance, and we just embrace it. Wear comfortable clothes, bring your own mat, and prepare to move with the rhythm of the trees rather than a rigid clock.
Why We Practice in Cubbon Park
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when you take your practice outside. The studio is great for focus, but the park brings a raw, sensory element that reminds us we are part of something bigger. In our weekly 'Yoga in the Wilderness' sessions, we aren't chasing the perfect pose. We are working with the uneven ground, the morning light, and the gentle sounds of the city waking up.
What You Will Experience
My sessions in Cubbon Park are structured around Hatha Vinyasa, but they are fluid. We start by arriving—checking in with how the body feels today. Is it stiff? Is it open? We then move into sequences designed to wake up the muscles, focusing on:
- Joint Health: Fluid transitions to lubricate the knees, hips, and shoulders.
- Breath Awareness: Using Pranayama to anchor the mind before we begin movement.
- Alignment without Ego: Understanding skeletal alignment to keep you safe, rather than aiming for an aesthetic shape.
Community Beyond the Mat
Yoga isn't just about the hour on the mat. These Sunday mornings have grown into a community. We often linger after the final Savasana to share conversations, and yes, sometimes we share snacks like ragi cake and majjige. It’s an honest, unpretentious space.
Whether you are dealing with an old injury, managing stress, or simply looking for a way to connect with your breath in a green space, you are welcome. Come as you are, with all your 'mind noise' and stiffness. We work with what you have got.
Rakshith Setty
I am Rakshith. I found my way back to movement through breath after my own injuries, and now I just hold the space for you to do the same. Cubbon Park is my classroom because it teaches us to be as adaptable as the roots around us.
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