Master Advanced Yoga Poses Safely
Advanced poses like Sirsasana and Mayurasana look intimidating, but they are just movements that we can break down together. Let's build the strength and balance you need to master them safely.
This is the transition into Dragonfly pose, a challenging arm balance that requires hip flexibility and core strength. We start from a standing position and slowly work our way in.
The full expression of Dragonfly pose. This asana is a beautiful test of balance and strength, and it feels amazing once you get it.
Here are my verbal instructions for getting into a mini headstand. I guide you to place your hands, head, and knees correctly to build a stable foundation.
A variation of the headstand, or Sirsasana, with legs in a bound angle pose. This opens the hips while you are inverted.
Everyone's headstand looks a little different, and that's okay. Here you can see three students exploring their own unique variations of the pose.
A student practicing her headstand. With consistent practice, you can see how she builds the stability to lift her legs up with control.
This is a very advanced headstand variation without using hands for support, relying completely on head and core strength. I am assisting the student to ensure safety.
A still image of the hands-free headstand with support. This shows the trust between teacher and student.
Guiding a young student in a supported headstand. It's never too early to learn how to safely go upside down.
Another variation of the hands-free headstand, this time with hands lifted off the floor. This builds incredible neck and core stability.
About Advanced Asanas: Strength & Balance
We treat advanced poses as a puzzle to solve, not a test of strength. I will show you how to use simple props like cushions or walls to find your center of gravity in inversions like Sirsasana or arm balances like Mayurasana. You do not need to be naturally flexible to start. We focus on building stability step-by-step, ensuring you feel safe and confident in every move.
Don't let the 'advanced' label scare you. Many of my students start their journey thinking headstands or arm balances are only for people who were born flexible. Through consistent, one-on-one sessions, we shift that mindset.
Whether you want to nail a perfect Dragonfly pose or finally lift your legs into a Sirsasana, we use props like chairs, walls, and cushions to make these poses accessible. I don't believe in forcing your body into a shape. We work on strength-building drills first. If you are struggling with Mayurasana (Peacock Pose), for instance, we use a prop to help distribute weight so your wrists and shoulders learn the alignment safely.
My focus is on technique over ego. We practice slow, controlled movements. You get real-time verbal cues to adjust your alignment, which is crucial when you are upside down. It is all about building the muscle memory and the confidence to hold these poses. If you have been practicing on your own and hit a plateau, or if you are curious about what your body can actually do, let's get on a call and start training.
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