--- title: "Advanced Yoga Practice in Delhi | Master Inversions & Strength" description: "Build strength and flexibility with my advanced yoga practice in Delhi. From inversions to deep backbends, learn to master complex asanas with safe, guided, and mindful sessions." canonical: https://mytribe.in/yogawithmanikarnika/yoga-instruction-corporate-wellness/my-advanced-practice last_updated: 2025-09-21 --- # Advanced Yoga Practice & Strength Building Tribe Verified · Small-batch classes with personalized attention By [Manikarnika](https://mytribe.in/yogawithmanikarnika) · Online sessions, studio in Malviya Nagar, or at your location across India · ₹1,500 per session (estimate) Part of [Yoga Instruction & Corporate Wellness](https://mytribe.in/yogawithmanikarnika/yoga-instruction-corporate-wellness). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/yogawithmanikarnika/yoga-instruction-corporate-wellness/gallery) Advanced asanas are not just about reaching the final pose; they are a journey of building strength, focus, and patience. Whether you are working toward your first inversion or deepening your backbends, I am here to help you get there safely. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The journey to a stable handstand is all about consistency. This clip shows the transition from downward dog to handstand, a drill that builds the core and shoulder strength needed for inversions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53cd6551-d7e4-4425-a032-3cb3e77204d8) - ![A deep backbend and hip-opening pose. Asanas like this require both strength and surrender, teaching us to balance effort and ease on and off the mat.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ee43d05-8d84-4851-835a-9904bc14a1cc) - ![Full Hanumanasana (Front Splits). This pose was a humbling journey for me, teaching me patience and the importance of listening to my body. It's a beautiful expression of devotion and opening.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/388d594d-af6b-4aee-89e4-e0478454d701) - ![Another perspective of Hanumanasana, with arms raised. This variation adds a heart-opening element to the deep hamstring and hip-flexor stretch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/929829dd-e0ea-4c35-a955-0350976c3dfd) - ![Kurmasana (Tortoise Pose), a deep forward bend and hip opener. This asana taught me patience and the power of breath to slowly and safely go deeper into a posture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1608d66e-83d8-4ae2-a972-588c44851b96) - ![Getting into Kakasana (Crow Pose). This is often the first arm balance yogis learn, building foundational strength in the arms and core, and teaching us to trust ourselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd50638e-27ff-4f73-aeea-e577ff87b82a) - ![Holding Kakasana. The key is to shift your weight forward, engage your core, and gaze ahead. It's a powerful lesson in finding your center of gravity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c0812a7-6e95-4bc0-a6d5-ac0d9edeee69) - ![Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana, or Hand to Big Toe Pose. This standing balance pose challenges your focus and stability while providing a deep stretch for the hamstrings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c2d1c50c-584b-4c59-913e-4ae95a9e95c5) - [Video: Exploring variations in Sirsasana (Headstand). This video shows how we can play with leg movements once we find stability, challenging our balance and core control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed80a22a-0136-442a-8a64-26ffaf411b16) - [Video: Trying out the Fallen Angel Pose. This is a fun and challenging arm balance that combines a twist with an inversion, requiring a good deal of shoulder and core strength.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a0e0588-b427-4bde-8454-ad868df42169) - [Video: A flow into Urdhva Dhanurasana (Standing Split). This pose requires open hamstrings and hips, and a strong sense of balance. The sun shining in makes the practice even more special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e685c40c-d0ee-4801-b2e5-1a851da924d9) - [Video: Practicing scorpion pose variations against the wall. Using the wall as a prop is a great way to safely explore deep backbends and build the confidence to practice them unsupported.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/357a18e7-52ba-4410-bf58-a216a0836d1c) - [Video: A demonstration of the Flying Pigeon Pose. This arm balance is a beautiful combination of hip opening and strength, showing how flexibility and power work together in yoga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8a0a362b-72b9-442c-b7ce-e732d66767f7) - [Video: Using a chair to deepen Rajakapotasana (King Pigeon Pose). Props are wonderful tools to help us access and work towards more advanced postures safely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9316522-ccbf-44c4-a9e6-25e1614dcab9) - [Video: A dynamic flow from a handstand into a backbend. This shows the playful and strong side of my practice, where movement and music come together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f4d271b6-c4c1-4757-869e-a5d19fdbeaeb) - [Video: Guiding a student through the foundations of Sirsasana (Headstand). Often, the biggest barrier is mental. I help students build trust in themselves to overcome fear and find balance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14612d36-66ed-43fe-8429-93f13700852c) - [Video: A glimpse into a deep backbend practice, focusing on Dwi Pada Viparita Dandasana. This kind of practice requires a fearless and open heart.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/43b44c99-1fef-4c9d-8193-3d3ec00ee6d5) - [Video: Working on Vrischikasana (Scorpion Pose) during a challenging time. My yoga practice is my anchor; it keeps me sane and grounded, especially when life gets difficult.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e864894a-0be5-4cae-8090-5af2b901b85f) - [Video: A flow that includes advanced poses like Chin Stand and Flying Pigeon. This is a reminder to be comfortable with discomfort and to face challenges with a calm mind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d2e5cfd-74ad-48f6-b4f0-572446421752) - [Video: A short clip of my headstand practice. Inversions are a wonderful way to change your perspective, both literally and figuratively, and to build strength and confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48fb5fdf-bf18-40e3-a486-acce91fc84a2) - ![Lolasana (Pendant Pose), a challenging arm balance that requires immense core and arm strength. It reminds me that even if we fall, we must get up, learn, and try again.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8fe0cae4-2340-467f-b49f-8dd827f95838) ## About My Advanced Practice Advanced asanas are less about flexibility and more about foundations. In my practice, I prioritize using props—like wall supports for inversions or chairs to safely access deep backbends—to build core strength and stability before attempting the full pose. It is a slower, more deliberate way to grow, ensuring your body is ready and you avoid injury while working toward your peak postures. There is a common misconception that advanced yoga is only for those who are naturally flexible or athletic. In my classes, we dismantle that idea. Whether we are working on the alignment required for Kakasana (Crow Pose) or finding balance in a Handstand, we approach the body as it is today. ### The Role of Props and Patience My own journey with poses like Hanumanasana (Front Splits) was not linear. It involved 'pain in the bones' and months of consistent, small efforts. That is why I advocate for using props—blocks, straps, and walls—not as a sign of being a 'beginner,' but as intelligent tools to unlock potential safely. They allow you to understand the anatomy of a pose, releasing tension in the right muscles rather than forcing a joint. ### Mindful Strength Advanced yoga requires a balance of effort and ease. When we practice arm balances or deep stretches, the goal isn't just the aesthetic of the posture. It is about how you breathe when you are challenged. Does your jaw clench? Do you hold your breath? If you lose your breath, you lose the yoga. My sessions focus on: * **Core Engagement:** Building the stability needed for inversions. * **Safe Backbending:** Protecting the lower spine while opening the heart center. * **Gaze (Drishti):** Learning to focus your eyes to find balance in the chaos. If you have been practicing for a while but feel stuck at a plateau, we will break down those complex movements into small, manageable steps. We focus on progress, not perfection. Come to the mat ready to learn, and leave the comparison at the door. ## About Manikarnika I’m Manikarnika. I teach yoga in Delhi, but my heart is always in the hills. My advanced practice is simply an extension of how I live—finding balance between the calm and the goofy, the effort and the ease. I don’t believe in pushing until you break; I believe in moving slowly so you can eventually fly. 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