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Introduction to Arm Balances and Building Strength
In this class David uses plank, Chaturanga Dandasana, and Budjapidasana to emphasize the importance of proper form and a gradual progression in developing arm balance strength. He encourages students to focus on quality of movement over quantity of repetitions and to find the appropriate level of...
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Asana Theory: Forward Bend Technique
A class that focuses on the technique of forward bends. Practice along with David as he teaches Prasarita Padottonasana, Upa Vista Konasana A and B, and how to roll up into Supta Konasana.
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Dissecting Samastithi in Tree Pose
An asana theory class that explores how to create Samastithi. Below you find three sets of instructions for creating a poised, animated Samasthiti position. The instructions focus on aligning yourself dynamically along your central
Shushuma axis, the glorious pillar of light. I suggest you memori... -
Practical Practice Talks
10 items
Direct technical and inspirational information to help you practice.
Talk subjects:
1) How to Manage Pain
2) Improving Your Posture
3) Mastering a Pose and Series
4) How to Still Your Body
5) How to Age in Practice
6) How to Breathe Better
7) How to Work with Fear
8) Fundamentals of Bandhas
9) Ro... -
3 Scapula Positions
One of the main differences between having your arms up or down is the difference in the position of the shoulder blade. The shoulder blade position is important because all the actions of the arm are based on the position of shoulder blade (Scapula). Your postures come alive when you begin to c...
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3 Pelvic Positions
Start building every pose by considering which of the three pelvic settings applies to the posture. It is a neutral pelvis, forward pelvis, or backward pelvis. Neutral pelvis postures include Samastithi, Utkatasana, Virabhadrasana A and B, Sirsasana, Baddha Konsana (upright position) and Padmasan...