Pose Library

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Accomplished Pose

Siddhasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Accomplished Pose (Siddhasana) stacks the heels at the pelvic floor and lengthens the spine, offering a steady seat for ...

Basic SittingBeginnerHips+4

Anuloma

Anuloma Pranayama

PranayamaAdvanced

A gentle interrupted inhalation practice that teaches even, patient breath expansion.

Awkward or Powerful Pose

Utkatasana

StandingBeginner

Utkatasana, often called Chair Pose, means “fierce” or “powerful”—a deep squat that fires up legs and core while keeping...

Advanced StandingCoreIntermediate+4

Belly Turning Pose

Jathara Parivartanasana

Core/LegsBeginner

Belly Turning Pose reclines in a T shape and rotates both legs as one unit, wringing out the organs while keeping the sh...

BeginnerCoreCore/Legs+4

Bharadvaja's Twist I

Bharadvajasana I

TwistsBeginner

Bharadvaja's Twist I is a gentle seated rotation that wrings the torso while the legs fold to one side, awakening supple...

Bharadvaja's Twist II

Bharadvajasana II

TwistsBeginner

Bharadvaja's Twist II layers half lotus and a deep bind over the foundational twist, strengthening knees and shoulders w...

Bhastrika

Bellows Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

A vigorous pranayama that pumps the breath through rapid diaphragmatic movements to build heat and clarity.

Bhramari

Humming Bee Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

A sense-withdrawing pranayama that closes the ears and eyes while exhaling with a soft humming tone.

Big Toe Bow

Padangustha Dhanurasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Big Toe Bow deepens Dhanurasana by hooking the toes, drawing the feet toward the crown while lifting chest and thighs hi...

AdvancedBackbendsDhanurasana Series+5

Big Toe Pose

Padangusthasana

StandingBeginner

Big Toe Pose (Padangusthasana) folds the torso over the legs, hooking the big toes to create traction that lengthens the...

Advanced StandingBeginnerHips+4

Both Big Toes Pose

Ubhaya Padangusthasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Both Big Toes Pose (Ubhaya Padangusthasana) balances on the tailbone while the legs reach skyward, challenging coordinat...

Bound Angle Pose

Baddha Konasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana) draws soles together and knees wide, nourishing the pelvis while keeping the spine ta...

Basic SittingBeginnerHips+4

Bound Hands Headstand

Baddha Hasta Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Bound Hands Headstand crosses the forearms so the elbows cradle the head, toning the upper back while maintaining the po...

Basic HeadstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Bound Lotus Pose

Baddha Padmasana

Advanced SittingBeginner

Bound Lotus Pose (Baddha Padmasana) binds the hands behind the back to hold the toes while sitting in lotus, sealing the...

Bow Pose

Dhanurasana

ProneBeginner

Bow Pose (Dhanurasana) uses arms like a bowstring to draw chest and thighs upward, creating a vibrant backbend that awak...

BeginnerBow PosesDhanurasana Series+5

Bridge (Shoulderstand variation)

Setu Bandha Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandIntermediate

Bridge (Shoulderstand variation) supports the back on the crown and shoulders while the legs extend long, creating an in...

Bridge Pose

Setu Bandhasana

BackbendsIntermediate

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) lifts the hips and chest from a grounded base, creating a spacious backbend that prepares ...

Buddha's Pose

Buddhasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

An advanced leg-behind-head seat that lifts the torso upright while the arms wrap around the anchored ankle.

AdvancedAdvanced SittingHips+4

Camel Pose

Ustrasana

StandingBeginner

Camel Pose (Ustrasana) offers a bold backbend from kneeling—opening the front body while the legs anchor like the steady...

Advanced StandingHipsIntermediate+4

Celestial Spirits Pose

Valakhilyasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Valakhilyasana extends the Rajakapotasana arc until the back leg lies flat, bathing the pelvic spine in heat and vitalit...

AdvancedBackbendsHips+4

Celibate's Pose

Brahmacharyasana

Basic SittingBeginner

A kneeling forward fold that lengthens the spine while the crown of the head roots toward the floor.

Circle Pose

Mandalasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Circle Pose walks the legs around the head while supported on forearms and crown, tracing a full mandala to mobilize spi...

AdvancedBackbendsHips+4

Cobra II

Bhujangasana II

BackbendsAdvanced

Cobra II lifts the torso high with palms pressing beside the waist while legs stay together and active.

BackbendsCoreIntermediate+4

Cobra Pose I

Bhujangasana I

ProneBeginner

Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana I) coils the spine like a rising serpent, broadening the chest while keeping pelvis rooted.

BeginnerCorePlank to Dog Flow+4

Corpse Pose (alternate)

Mritasana

RelaxationAdvanced

A full-body release where the practitioner lies motionless like a corpse, letting the nervous system settle after practi...

Corpse Pose (standard)

Savasana

RelaxationAdvanced

Iyengar's corpse pose invites deliberate stillness so the nerves quiet and the mind witnesses the breath without driftin...

Couch Pose

Paryankasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Couch Pose (Paryankasana) lifts the spine into a supported backbend from Virasana, resting only on shins and crown like ...

Basic SittingIntermediateLegs+4

Cow Face Pose

Gomukhasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Cow Face Pose (Gomukhasana) stacks the knees and binds the arms to open hips, chest, and shoulders in a symmetrical seat...

Basic SittingBeginnerHip Preparation+4

Crane Pose

Bakasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Crane Pose draws the knees high onto the arms and lifts the feet, pairing compact strength with a steady gaze.

Crocodile Pose (resting)

Makarasana

ProneAdvanced

Crocodile Pose (Makarasana) is a cooling counterpose—lying prone with arms cradling the head to release the low back and...

Crocodile variations

Nakrasana

ProneBeginner

Crocodile (Nakrasana) is a dynamic plank variation that springs the body forward and back like a stalking crocodile, bui...

ArmsBeginnerCore+4

Destroyer of the Universe

Kala Bhairavasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Destroyer of the Universe (Kāla Bhairavāsana) pivots Formidable Pose into a full arm balance, projecting both legs from ...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingHips+4

Downward-Facing Dog

Adho Mukha Svanasana

ProneBeginner

Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) forms an energetic inverted V, lengthening the spine while grounding through ...

BeginnerLegsPlank to Dog Flow+4

Eagle Pose

Garudasana

StandingBeginner

Eagle Pose (Garudasana) entwines legs and arms like the mythical bird’s wings, cultivating focus, balance, and spaciousn...

Advanced StandingBalanceBeginner+4

Ear Pressure Pose

Karnapidasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Ear Pressure Pose folds the knees toward the ears from Plow, quieting the senses while shoulders bear the weight and the...

Halasana SeriesHipsIntermediate+5

Eight-Angle Pose

Astavakrasana

Intense StretchesIntermediate

Eight-Angle Pose hooks the legs across one arm and extends them sideways, testing core power and lateral stability.

Embryo in Headstand

Pindasana in Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Embryo in Headstand folds the lotus toward the torso, compressing the abdomen while shoulders and core sustain steady li...

Advanced HeadstandsHipsIntermediate+5

Embryo in Shoulderstand

Pindasana in Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Embryo in Shoulderstand folds the lotus toward the torso, intensifying abdominal compression while the shoulders root so...

Advanced ShoulderstandsHipsIntermediate+5

Embryo in Womb Pose

Garbha Pindasana

Advanced SittingBeginner

Embryo in the Womb Pose (Garbha Pindasana) threads the arms through lotus legs and balances on the tailbone, resembling ...

Equal Standing (Attention) Pose

Samasthiti

StandingBeginner

Equal Standing (Samasthiti) is the foundational neutral stance—feet together, weight evenly distributed, spine lengtheni...

Extended Leg Pose

Uttana Padasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Extended Leg Pose arches the chest while legs and arms reach on a diagonal, marrying heart opening with steady core enga...

Extended Lotus Peacock

Uttana Padma Mayurasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

A lotus peacock variation balancing the torso on the elbows while the legs extend forward in Padmasana.

Advanced ShoulderstandsHipsIntermediate+5

Extended Side Angle Pose

Utthita Parsvakonasana

StandingBeginner

Extended Side Angle Pose (Utthita Parsvakonasana) draws a long arc from the back heel through the fingertips, combining ...

BeginnerHipsLegs+5

Extended Triangle Pose

Utthita Trikonasana

StandingBeginner

Extended Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana) lengthens the entire side body while creating a stable triangle between the...

BeginnerHipsLegs+5

Firefly Pose

Tittibhasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Firefly Pose lifts the body between the arms as the legs extend forward and apart like a flash of light.

AdvancedAdvanced ArmsArm Balances+4

Fish Pose

Matsyasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Fish Pose (Matsyasana) arches the spine while the crown rests on the floor, opening the chest and throat as the legs rem...

Flying Pigeon Pose

Galavasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Flying Pigeon Pose balances half lotus on the upper arms while both legs lift, mimicking a pigeon soaring from the branc...

Flying Pigeon Pose (One-Legged)

Eka Pada Galavasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Flying Pigeon Pose (Eka Pāda Gālavāsana) weaves half lotus into an arm balance, floating the body forward while the back...

Forearm Stand

Pincha Mayurasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Forearm Stand balances the body on strong shoulders and forearms, resembling a peacock lifting its fan.

Formidable Face Pose

Ganda Bherundasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Formidable Face Pose balances on chin and chest while legs arc overhead to rest on the head, showcasing ultimate back st...

AdvancedBackbendsCore+4

Formidable Pose

Bhairavasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Formidable Pose (Bhairavāsana) rotates the leg-behind-head bind into a side plank, embodying the fierce steadiness of Sa...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingHips+4

Four-Limbed Staff Pose

Chaturanga Dandasana

ProneBeginner

Four-Limbed Staff Pose (Chaturanga Dandasana) is the low plank transition that trains whole-body integration—body parall...

ArmsBeginnerCore+4

Free Hands Headstand

Mukta Hasta Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Free Hands Headstand extends the arms forward with palms up, demanding serratus-driven lift and uncompromised focus whil...

Basic HeadstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Frog Pose

Bhekasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Frog Pose (Bhekasana) presses the feet toward the floor while lifting the chest, stretching front thighs and opening the...

Basic SittingBeginnerLegs+4

Frog Pose (kneeling)

Mandukasana

Basic SittingBeginner

A frog-like kneeling fold that spreads the knees wide and compresses the abdomen to stimulate digestion.

Full Boat Pose

Paripurna Navasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Full Boat Pose (Paripurna Navasana) balances on the sitting bones with legs lifted, forging powerful core integration an...

Basic SittingBeginnerCore+4

Full Lord of the Fishes Pose

Paripurna Matsyendrasana

Basic SittingAdvanced

Full Lord of the Fishes Pose is the pinnacle of the seated twist family, binding both legs while coiling the spine into ...

Garland Pose I

Malasana I

Basic SittingBeginner

Garland Pose I folds the body into a deep bound squat, lengthening the spine while hugging the torso around the shins fo...

Garland Pose II

Malasana II

Basic SittingBeginner

Garland Pose II folds the torso to the feet with the arms looped behind the ankles, delivering an intense forward-leanin...

Gate Pose

Parighasana

StandingBeginner

Gate Pose (Parighasana) opens the side body like a swinging gate—one knee grounded, the other leg extended as the torso ...

Advanced StandingCoreIntermediate+4

Gheranda's Pose I

Gherandasana I

Basic SittingAdvanced

Gherandasana I blends Bhekasana and Padangustha Dhanurasana, lifting one side like bow pose while the other presses heel...

Great Seal

Maha Mudra

Basic SittingBeginner

Great Seal (Maha Mudra) combines a hamstring fold with energetic locks, sealing prana by engaging Bandhas while folding ...

Half Boat Pose

Ardha Navasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Half Boat Pose (Ardha Navasana) lowers the torso and legs closer to the floor while maintaining boat-shaped lift, intens...

Basic SittingBeginnerCore+4

Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend

Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana

Forward BendsBeginner

Half Bound Lotus Forward Fold (Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana) blends half lotus with a deep forward bend to open ...

Half Bound Lotus Standing Forward Bend

Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana

StandingIntermediate

Half Bound Lotus Standing Forward Bend (Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana) combines balance, hip opening, and a deep fold as t...

Advanced StandingBalanceHips+4

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose I

Ardha Matsyendrasana I

Basic SittingBeginner

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose I threads one knee across the body while hugging the opposite thigh, offering a classic sea...

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose II

Ardha Matsyendrasana II

Basic SittingIntermediate

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose II adds a behind-the-head leg bind to the classic twist, demanding deep hip opening and unw...

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose III

Ardha Matsyendrasana III

Basic SittingIntermediate

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose III intensifies the seated spiral with full arm binds and compact legwork, honing strength,...

Half Moon Pose

Ardha Chandrasana

StandingBeginner

Half Moon Pose (Ardha Chandrasana) arcs the body into a lunar crescent—one leg rooting, the other lifting as the chest o...

Advanced StandingBalanceHips+4

Hand Under Foot Pose

Padahastasana

StandingBeginner

Hand Under Foot Pose (Padahastasana) deepens the forward fold by sliding palms beneath the feet, drawing spine and hamst...

Handstand

Adho Mukha Vrikshasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Handstand stacks the body upside down on straight arms, cultivating courage, coordination, and full-body strength.

Head to Foot Pose

Sirsa Padasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Head-to-Foot Pose bends from Sirsasana, lowering the feet to the upper back and clasping the toes behind the head.

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+4

Head-to-Knee Forward Bend

Janu Sirsasana

Forward BendsBeginner

Head-to-Knee Pose (Janu Sirsasana) folds one leg into a wide angle while the torso lengthens over the extended leg for a...

Hero Pose

Virasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Hero Pose (Virasana) kneels the legs together with feet apart, offering a grounded seat that stretches ankles and quads ...

Heron Pose

Krounchasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Heron Pose (Krounchasana) lifts one leg vertically while the opposite leg kneels, creating an intense hamstring and hip ...

Horse Face Pose

Vatayanasana

StandingIntermediate

Horse Face Pose (Vatayanasana) marries lotus legs with eagle arms in a kneeling balance, resembling the profile of a hor...

Advanced StandingBalanceHips+4

Infinite Serpent Pose

Anantasana

Core/LegsIntermediate

Infinite Serpent Pose balances on one side body while lengthening the lifted leg, echoing Vishnu's quiet poise on the co...

BeginnerCoreCore/Legs+4

Intense East Stretch

Purvottanasana

Forward BendsBeginner

Upward Plank Pose (Purvottanasana) reverses the forward bend by lifting the front body skyward, cultivating strength and...

BeginnerForward BendsLegs+4

Intense Peacock Pose

Uttana Mayurasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandIntermediate

An intense peacock variation that lifts one leg toward the ceiling while the chest arches in a supported bridge.

Advanced ShoulderstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Inverted Locust

Viparita Salabhasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Reverse Locust takes the legs beyond the head while balancing on chin, chest, and forearms for an inverted backbend.

AdvancedBackbendsCore+4

Kanda Pose

Kandasana

Basic SittingAdvanced

A compact lotus fold that draws the feet to the navel like a bulb, opening the hips while lengthening the spine.

Kapalabhati

Skull Shining Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

Kapalabhati pranayama using sharp exhalations to cleanse and invigorate the respiratory system.

King Pigeon

Rajakapotasana

BackbendsAdvanced

King Pigeon arches from a kneeling base, bringing the crown to the soles while the chest balloons forward like a pigeon.

AdvancedBackbendsHips+5

Leg Behind Head

Eka Pada Sirsasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Leg Behind Head (Eka Pāda Śīrṣāsana) loops a single leg over the neck while the spine lifts tall, marrying deep hip open...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingEka Pada Sirsasana Series+5

Leg Behind Head

Eka Pada Sirsasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Leg Behind Head (Eka Pāda Śīrṣāsana) loops a single leg over the neck while the spine lifts tall, marrying deep hip open...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingEka Pada Sirsasana Series+5

Lion Pose I

Simhasana I

Basic SittingBeginner

Lion Pose I (Simhasana I) kneels on the heels, stretches the arms, and releases a fierce exhale with tongue extended to ...

Lion Pose II

Simhasana II

Basic SittingBeginner

Lion Pose II (Simhasana II) stretches the tongue and chest while the body hovers between knees and hands, amplifying the...

Little Thunderbolt

Laghu Vajrasana

BackbendsIntermediate

Small Thunderbolt drops the crown to the feet while thighs stay vertical, forging tremendous strength for deep backbends...

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+4

Locust Pose

Salabhasana

ProneBeginner

Locust Pose (Salabhasana) lifts the chest and legs off the mat like a hovering locust, strengthening the entire back lin...

BeginnerCoreLegs+5

Lord of the Dance

Natarajasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Lord of the Dance Pose balances on one leg while the other sweeps back into a graceful bow, echoing Shiva's cosmic dance...

AdvancedBackbendsBalance+5

Lotus in Peacock Pose

Padma Mayurasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Lotus in Peacock Pose folds the legs into Padmasana while floating parallel to the floor, demanding deep hip opening ato...

Lotus Pose

Padmasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Lotus Pose (Padmasana) folds each foot to the opposite hip crease, creating a symmetrical, steady seat for breathwork an...

Basic SittingHipsIntermediate+4

Marichi's Pose I

Marichyasana I

TwistsBeginner

Marichi’s Pose I (Marichyasana I) binds the arm around a bent knee and folds forward over the extended leg, strengthenin...

Marichi's Pose II

Marichyasana II

TwistsBeginner

Marichi’s Pose II (Marichyasana II) layers a half lotus onto the classic bind, intensifying hip opening, abdominal compr...

Monkey Pose

Hanumanasana

Basic SittingAdvanced

Front split dedicated to Hanuman's leap, rooting the back leg while the heart lifts to square and lengthen the pelvis.

Mountain Pose

Tadasana

StandingBeginner

Mountain Pose (Tadasana) sets the neutral blueprint for every standing shape. Tada means mountain—steady, upright, and u...

BeginnerCoreFoundation+4

Mountain Pose in Lotus

Parvatasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Mountain Pose in Lotus (Parvatasana) lifts interlaced arms overhead from Padmasana, lengthening the spine and opening sh...

ArmsBasic SittingBeginner+4

Nadi Shodhana

Alternate Nostril Breathing

PranayamaAdvanced

A balancing pranayama that alternates inhalations and exhalations through each nostril to harmonize energy.

Nauli

Nauli

Bandha/KriyaIntermediate

The abdominal churning kriya ripples the rectus muscles laterally so the organs receive a vigorous massage under the umb...

Noose Pose

Pasasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Noose Pose coils the torso around the thighs from a squat, binding the arms like a lasso to intensify spinal rotation an...

One Leg Inverted Staff I

Eka Pada Viparita Dandasana I

BackbendsAdvanced

One-Leg Inverted Staff lifts a single leg skyward from the forearm-supported arch, merging backbend power with the clari...

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+5

One Leg Inverted Staff II

Eka Pada Viparita Dandasana II

BackbendsAdvanced

Advanced one-leg inverted staff draws one foot toward the head and lifts the opposite leg vertical, intensifying shoulde...

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+5

One Leg King Pigeon I

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana I

BackbendsAdvanced

One-Legged King Pigeon I bows the spine so the back foot meets the head while the front leg settles into pigeon.

AdvancedBackbendsHips+5

One Leg King Pigeon II

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana II

BackbendsAdvanced

One-Legged King Pigeon II balances on the front foot and back knee as both hands draw the lifted foot toward the head.

AdvancedBackbendsHips+5

One Leg King Pigeon IV

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana IV

BackbendsAdvanced

One-Legged King Pigeon IV grows from Hanumanasana, folding the back foot to the crown while both legs remain in a split.

AdvancedBackbendsHips+5

One Leg Shoulderstand

Eka Pada Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

One Leg Shoulderstand lowers one leg toward the floor while the other stays skyward, sharpening hip control and spinal l...

Advanced ShoulderstandsCoreIntermediate+5

One Leg Upward Bow

Eka Pada Urdhva Dhanurasana

BackbendsIntermediate

One-Leg Upward Bow intensifies Wheel Pose by lifting a leg skyward while the pelvis stays buoyant and square.

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+5

One-Handed Arm Balance

Eka Hasta Bhujasana

Arm BalancesBeginner

One-Handed Arm Balance slides one thigh over the matching arm and lifts the body on two palms, extending the free leg fo...

One-Legged Arm Balance I

Eka Pada Koundinyasana I

Arm BalancesIntermediate

One-Legged Arm Balance I (Eka Pāda Koundinyāsana I) launches from a lunge into a sweeping twist, sending the front leg f...

One-Legged Arm Balance II

Eka Pada Koundinyasana II

Arm BalancesIntermediate

One-Legged Arm Balance II (Eka Pāda Koundinyāsana II) swings the front thigh across the same-side arm while the back leg...

One-Legged Bridge Pose

Eka Pada Setu Bandha Sarvangasana

BackbendsIntermediate

One-Legged Bridge Pose lengthens the front body as one leg reaches skyward, demanding even more shoulder and hip stabili...

One-Legged Crow Pose I

Eka Pada Bakasana I

Arm BalancesAdvanced

One-Legged Crow Pose I keeps one knee on the triceps while the other leg extends straight back, refining balance and cor...

One-Legged Crow Pose II

Eka Pada Bakasana II

Arm BalancesIntermediate

One-Legged Crow Pose II lifts one leg while threading the other across the body, marrying crow stability with a sweeping...

One-Legged King Pigeon Pose III

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana III

BackbendsAdvanced

One-Legged King Pigeon III folds the front leg into Virasana while the back foot is drawn to the crown with both hands.

One-Legged Upward Peacock Pose

Eka Pada Uttana Mayurasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

One-Legged Upward Peacock Pose lengthens one leg skyward from the peacock base, intensifying back-body lift and abdomina...

Partridge Pose

Chakorasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Partridge Pose (Chakorāsana) balances on one forearm while the opposite leg remains behind the head, creating an elegant...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingHips+4

Partridge Pose

Kapinjalasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Kapinjalasana fuses Side Plank with Bow Pose, catching the top foot behind the spine while balancing on one hand and foo...

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+4

Peacock Pose

Mayurasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Peacock Pose plants the elbows into the abdomen so the body hovers parallel to the floor, like a peacock poised to fan i...

Pendant Pose

Lolasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Pendant Pose (Lolasana) lifts the crossed legs and torso off the floor so the body hangs from straight arms like a swing...

Pigeon Pose

Kapotasana

BackbendsIntermediate

Deep kneeling backbend that puffs the chest like a pigeon as the crown rests on the soles and the spine arches to its fu...

AdvancedBackbendsHips+4

Plow Pose

Halasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Plow Pose rolls the body over the shoulders so the toes root beyond the head, lengthening the spine and bathing abdomina...

Halasana SeriesIntermediateInversions-Shoulderstand+5

Pratiloma

Pratiloma Pranayama

PranayamaAdvanced

A breath practice alternating between nostril breathing and gentle retention to balance the nervous system.

Pyramid Pose

Parsvottanasana

StandingBeginner

Pyramid Pose (Parsvottanasana) folds the torso over a long stance, pairing reverence in the hands with a deep hamstring ...

Advanced StandingHipsIntermediate+4

Reclining Frog Pose

Supta Bhekasana

Intense StretchesIntermediate

A reclining frog pose stretching the front of the thighs and opening the chest while lying back.

Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose

Supta Padangusthasana

Core/LegsIntermediate

Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose lengthens the back body and hips in stages, using the floor for support while mobilising ...

BeginnerCore/LegsHips+4

Reclining Hero Pose

Supta Virasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Reclining Hero Pose (Supta Virasana) takes the kneeling seat back onto the floor, deeply stretching quads and hip flexor...

Basic SittingHipsIntermediate+4

Reclining Thunderbolt Pose

Supta Vajrasana

Intense StretchesIntermediate

Reclining Thunderbolt (Supta Vajrasana) combines bound lotus with a deep backbend, lowering knees to the floor while res...

Reclining Vishnu Pose

Supta Trivikramasana

Intense StretchesAdvanced

Reclining three-stride pose stretches one leg behind the head while the other roots, creating a supine split that steadi...

AdvancedHipsIntense Stretches+4

Resting Pose

Sayanasana

RelaxationIntermediate

A reclining leg-behind-head variation that stretches the back while the torso lies prone.

Reversed Wheel in Upward Bow Pose

Viparita Chakrasana in Urdhva Dhanurasana

BackbendsBeginner

Reversed Wheel links handstand and Upward Bow, swinging the legs in a reverse somersault that keeps the spine vibrant an...

AdvancedBackbendsCore+5

Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose

Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana

Forward BendsIntermediate

Revolved Head-to-Knee (Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana) adds a lateral twist and side bend to the classic forward fold, wringin...

Revolved One-Legged Headstand

Parivrtta Eka Pada Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandIntermediate

Revolved One-Legged Headstand opens the legs into a split before rotating the pelvis, combining inversion, twist, and ad...

Revolved Seated Forward Bend

Parivrtta Paschimottanasana

Forward BendsIntermediate

Revolved Seated Forward Bend (Parivrtta Paschimottanasana) twists and folds simultaneously, wringing out the spine as bo...

Revolved Side Angle Pose

Parivrtta Parsvakonasana

StandingBeginner

Revolved Side Angle Pose (Parivrtta Parsvakonasana) spirals the torso across a deep lunge, marrying grounded legs with a...

CoreHipsIntermediate+4

Revolved Triangle Pose

Parivrtta Trikonasana

StandingBeginner

Revolved Triangle Pose (Parivrtta Trikonasana) is the twisting sibling of triangle—parivrrtta meaning to revolve—wringin...

BeginnerCoreLegs+5

Rooster Pose

Kukkutasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Rooster Pose threads the arms through Padmasana and lifts the body on the palms, echoing a proud rooster ready to crow.

Root Lock Pose

Mula Bandhasana

Basic SittingAdvanced

An arm-supported lotus balance that activates the root lock while the torso lifts buoyantly away from the floor.

Sage Durvasas's Pose

Durvasasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Sage Durvāsas's Pose is a standing balance that threads the leg behind the head while the torso folds forward in humble ...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingBalance+4

Sage Gheranda's Pose II

Gherandasana II

BackbendsAdvanced

Gherandasana II pairs a bound lotus on one side with Padangustha Dhanurasana on the other, demanding spinal power and pr...

AdvancedBackbendsGherandasana Series+5

Sage Kapila's Pose

Kapilasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

A forward-fold refinement of Eka Pada Sirsasana that folds the torso over the front leg for an intense hamstring and spi...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingCore+4

Sage Kasyapa's Pose

Kasyapasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Sage Kasyapa's Pose blends side plank, hip opening, and arm balance to honour the seer Kasyapa with a sweeping lateral r...

AdvancedAdvanced ArmsArm Balances+4

Sage Marichi's Pose III

Marichyasana III

TwistsIntermediate

Sage Marichi's Pose III (Marichyasana III) is a seated twist that hooks the elbow outside the bent knee, creating a powe...

CoreHipsIntermediate+5

Sage Marichi's Pose IV

Marichyasana IV

TwistsIntermediate

Sage Marichi's Pose IV (Marichyasana IV) combines half lotus with a seated twist and bind, creating intense hip opening ...

CoreHipsIntermediate+5

Sage Ruchika's Pose

Ruchikasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

A reclining arm balance dedicated to Sage Ruchika, combining a deep backbend with a lateral leg extension.

AdvancedAdvanced SittingHips+4

Sage Skanda's Pose

Skandasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Sage Skanda's Pose folds the resting leg behind the head while the torso bows forward, honouring Skanda with devotional ...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingHips+4

Sage Vamadeva's Pose I

Vamadevasana I

Basic SittingIntermediate

Sage Vamadeva's first pose combining a low lunge, backbend, and twist.

Sage Vamadeva's Pose II

Vamadevasana II

Basic SittingIntermediate

An advanced variation adding a deeper twist and shoulder bind to Vamadevasana.

Sage Viranchi's Pose I

Viranchasana I

Basic SittingIntermediate

A deep backbend and hip opener dedicated to Sage Viranchi, combining a kneeling lunge with a quadriceps stretch.

Sage Viranchi's Pose II

Viranchasana II

Basic SittingIntermediate

A more advanced Viranchasana variation adding a deeper twist and shoulder bind.

Sage Visvamitra's Pose

Visvamitrasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Sage Visvamitra's Pose combines a deep side stretch with an arm balance, honouring the warrior-sage with strength and gr...

AdvancedAdvanced ArmsArm Balances+4

Sahita and Kevala Kumbhaka

Supported & Effortless Retention (Kumbhaka)

PranayamaAdvanced

A pranayama sequence alternating gentle retentions to explore Sahita and Kevala kumbhaka without strain.

Sama Vritti

Equal Ratio Breathing

PranayamaAdvanced

A seated pranayama that matches the length of inhale, retention, and exhale to cultivate steady focus.

Scale Pose

Tolasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Scale Pose (Tolasana) lifts the lotus-bound legs and pelvis off the floor using straight arms, balancing like a hanging ...

ArmsBasic SittingBeginner+4

Scorpion I

Vrschikasana I

BackbendsBeginner

Scorpion I balances on the forearms as the spine bows and heels tap toward the crown, mimicking the poised tail of a sco...

AdvancedBackbendsCore+5

Scorpion II

Vrschikasana II

BackbendsBeginner

Scorpion II moves into the full handstand, arching spine and bringing heels toward the crown while balancing on straight...

AdvancedBackbendsCore+5

Seated Forward Bend

Paschimottanasana

Forward BendsBeginner

Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana) offers a classic, full-length stretch along the back body while calming the nerv...

Seated Forward Bend (Ugrasana)

Ugrasana

Forward BendsBeginner

A classic seated forward bend emphasizing power and length along the spine and hamstrings.

Seated Wide-Angle Pose

Upavistha Konasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend (Upavistha Konasana) opens the inner thighs while the torso folds forward for expansive h...

Shitakari

Hissing Teeth Cooling Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

A cooling pranayama drawing air through gently parted teeth to settle the body and mind.

Shitali

Cooling Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

A soothing pranayama that draws air over the tongue or teeth to reduce heat and calm the mind.

Shooting Bow

Akarna Dhanurasana

Forward BendsIntermediate

Shooting Bow Pose (Akarna Dhanurasana) draws one foot toward the ear like an archer’s bow while the other leg stays exte...

Forward BendsIntermediateLegs+4

Shoulder-Pressing Pose

Bhujapidasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Shoulder-Pressing Pose threads the legs over the upper arms and lifts the hips, squeezing the shoulders like a firm harn...

Side Bow Pose

Parsva Dhanurasana

ProneBeginner

Side Bow Pose (Parsva Dhanurasana) rolls the classic bow onto its edge, amplifying core engagement and massaging the abd...

BeginnerBow PosesDhanurasana Series+5

Side Crane Pose

Parsva Bakasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Side Crane Pose rotates Bakasana to one flank, stacking both knees over a single arm while the torso twists.

Side Embryo in Shoulderstand

Parsva Pindasana in Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Side Embryo in Shoulderstand rotates the compact lotus bundle to one side, deepening the squeeze across the ribs while t...

AdvancedAdvanced ShoulderstandsCore+5

Side Headstand

Parsva Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Side Headstand rotates the torso and legs ninety degrees while balanced on the crown, wringing the spine and sharpening ...

AdvancedAdvanced HeadstandsCore+5

Side One-Legged Headstand

Parsva Eka Pada Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandIntermediate

Side One-Legged Headstand lowers one leg beside the head while the other reaches skyward, demanding lateral core intelli...

Side One-Legged Shoulderstand

Parsva Eka Pada Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Side One-Legged Shoulderstand takes the lowering leg laterally beside the body, forging hip openness and rotational inte...

Side Plank

Vasisthasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Side Plank (Vasisthasana) stacks the body in one long diagonal line on the supporting hand and outer foot, building late...

AdvancedAdvanced ArmsArm Balances+4

Side Plow

Parsva Halasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Side Plow pivots the legs to one side while the toes stay grounded beyond the head, wringing the waist and deepening sho...

CoreHalasana SeriesHips+5

Side Rooster Pose

Parsva Kukkutasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Side Rooster Pose twists the lotus-bound legs to one flank while balancing on the palms, sharpening waist strength and w...

Side Shoulderstand

Parsva Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandIntermediate

Side Shoulderstand rotates the torso and legs to face one flank while the head and arms stay grounded, wringing the spin...

Advanced ShoulderstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Side Upward Lotus (in Shoulderstand)

Parsva Urdhva Padmasana in Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Side Upward Lotus in Shoulderstand rotates the lotus-bound legs to one flank, expanding the ribs and hips while the shou...

Side Upward Lotus in Headstand

Parsva Urdhva Padmasana in Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Side Upward Lotus in Headstand rotates the lotus-bound legs to one flank, expanding the ribs and pelvis while the should...

AdvancedAdvanced HeadstandsCore+5

Six-Faced Gesture

Shanmukhi Mudra

Basic SittingBeginner

Shanmukhi Mudra seals the senses—closing ears, eyes, and nostrils—to turn perception inward for pratyahara preparation.

Sleeping Angle Pose

Supta Konasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

A wide-legged inversion where the legs open laterally while the torso rests on the shoulders.

Halasana SeriesHipsIntermediate+5

Sleeping Tortoise

Supta Kurmasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Sleeping Tortoise (Supta Kurmasana) folds the body over the legs while threading the arms beneath the knees and crossing...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingDeep Hip Work+4

Sleeping Yogi

Yoganidrasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Sleeping Yogi (Yoganidrāsana) reclines the torso while both legs weave behind the head, inviting deep surrender and intr...

AdvancedAdvanced SittingHips+4

Staff Pose

Dandasana

Core/LegsBeginner

Staff Pose (Dandasana) establishes the upright seated plumb line—legs long like a staff while spine stacks neutrally ove...

Standing Big Toe Hold

Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana

StandingIntermediate

Standing Big Toe Hold (Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana) trains unwavering balance while lengthening the lifted leg from ro...

Advanced StandingBalanceHips+4

Standing Forward Bend

Uttanasana

StandingBeginner

Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana) delivers an intense stretch by folding the torso over long legs, inviting quiet intro...

Advanced StandingBeginnerHips+4

Straight Angle Pose

Samakonasana

Intense StretchesAdvanced

Lateral split that seats the pelvis between evenly abducted legs while the spine stays buoyant and alert.

Supported Headstand I

Salamba Sirsasana I

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Supported Headstand I stacks the body over a cupped forearm tripod so the nervous system can settle while the king of as...

Basic HeadstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Supported Headstand II

Salamba Sirsasana II

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Supported Headstand II plants the palms beside the head to form a sturdy tripod, sharpening pressing strength for arm-ba...

Basic HeadstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Supported Headstand III

Salamba Sirsasana III

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Supported Headstand III narrows the base by keeping forearms parallel and palms turned back, demanding finely tuned shou...

Basic HeadstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Supported Shoulderstand I

Salamba Sarvangasana I

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Supported Shoulderstand I lifts the body vertically over grounded shoulders and hands, bathing the throat centre while t...

Basic ShoulderstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Supported Shoulderstand II

Salamba Sarvangasana II

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Supported Shoulderstand II deepens the base by clasping the hands on the floor, allowing the ribs to lift higher while t...

Basic ShoulderstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Surya Bhedana

Right-Nostril Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

A heating pranayama where inhales and exhales flow primarily through the right nostril to stimulate surya nadi.

Swan Pose

Hamsasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Swan Pose mirrors Mayurasana with palms turned forward, challenging wrist strength while keeping the body afloat in a po...

Three-Limbed Forward Bend

Trianga Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana

Forward BendsAdvanced

A forward fold with one leg extended and the other bent back beside the hip. The three limbs (feet, knees, and buttocks)...

Three-Limbed Forward Bend

Trianga Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana

Forward BendsBeginner

A forward fold with one leg extended and the other bent back beside the hip. The three limbs (feet, knees, and buttocks)...

Tiryang Mukhottanasana

Tiryang Mukhottanasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Tiryang Mukhottanasana is an oblique Wheel where the hands clasp the shins and the body bows deeply while inverted.

Tortoise Pose

Kurmasana

Advanced SittingIntermediate

Tortoise Pose (Kurmasana) cocoons the torso between the legs as the arms thread beneath the thighs, inviting deep intros...

Tree Pose

Vrikshasana

StandingBeginner

Tree Pose (Vrksasana) channels the steadiness of a rooted tree—one leg grounds into earth while the spine lengthens upwa...

Two-Handed Arm Balance

Dvi Hasta Bhujasana

Arm BalancesBeginner

Two-Handed Arm Balance perches both thighs on their matching upper arms, lifting the body straight up on locked elbows.

Two-Legged Arm Balance

Dvi Pada Koundinyasana

Arm BalancesIntermediate

Two-Legged Arm Balance sweeps both legs to one side atop the supporting arm, lifting from the strength of the shoulders ...

Two-Legged Head-behind-Head Pose

Dvi Pada Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandIntermediate

Two-Legged Head-behind-Head Pose (Dvi Pāda Śīrṣāsana) stacks both shins behind the neck as the torso lifts upright on a ...

Two-Legged Inverted Staff Pose

Dvi Pada Viparita Dandasana

Core/LegsIntermediate

Two-Legged Inverted Staff rests on crown and forearms while the legs extend long, forging the bridge between headstand a...

Uddiyana Bandha

Uddiyana Bandha

Bandha/KriyaIntermediate

The upward flying lock hollows the abdomen under an empty-lung hold so prāṇa rebounds from the pelvic floor toward the d...

Ujjayi

Victorious Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

Ujjayi pranayama using a gentle throat valve to steady and warm the breath.

Unsupported Shoulderstand I

Niralamba Sarvangasana I

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Unsupported Shoulderstand I removes hand support from the spine, demanding amplified shoulder integration and core stead...

AdvancedBasic ShoulderstandsCore+5

Unsupported Shoulderstand II

Niralamba Sarvangasana II

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Unsupported Shoulderstand II carries the arms straight upward, aligning wrists over shoulders to cultivate unwavering ba...

AdvancedBasic ShoulderstandsCore+5

Upward Bow I

Urdhva Dhanurasana I

BackbendsBeginner

Upward Bow lifts the body on hands and feet, fusing leg drive and arm strength to arc the spine into a spacious, uplifti...

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+5

Upward Bow II

Urdhva Dhanurasana II

BackbendsIntermediate

A drop-back variation of upward bow approached from standing for added strength and courage.

AdvancedBackbendsLegs+5

Upward Extended Foot Pose

Urdhva Prasarita Padasana

Core/LegsBeginner

Upward Extended Foot Pose lifts both legs through staged angles, training controlled core strength without straining the...

BeginnerCoreCore/Legs+4

Upward Extended One-Legged Pose

Urdhva Prasarita Eka Padasana

StandingBeginner

Upward Extended One-Legged Pose (Urdhva Prasarita Eka Padasana) blends a forward fold with a standing split, building ha...

Upward Facing Intense West Stretch II

Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana II

Forward BendsIntermediate

Upward-Facing Intense Stretch II (Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana II) is a supine variation that lifts the legs overhead ...

CoreForward BendsIntermediate+5

Upward Lotus in Headstand

Urdhva Padmasana in Sirsasana

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

Upward Lotus in Headstand folds the legs into Padmasana above the hips, amplifying lift through the spine and ribs while...

Advanced HeadstandsHipsIntermediate+5

Upward Lotus in Shoulderstand

Urdhva Padmasana in Sarvangasana

Inversions-ShoulderstandBeginner

Upward Lotus in Shoulderstand folds the legs into Padmasana while lifted, intensifying hip work and broad chest opening ...

Advanced ShoulderstandsHipsIntermediate+5

Upward Rooster Pose

Urdhva Kukkutasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Upward Rooster Pose presses the lotus-bound legs into the upper arms, lifting the body vertically so the knees hover nea...

Upward Staff Pose

Urdhva Dandasana

Inversions-HeadstandBeginner

An upward staff pose performed within headstand. The legs remain together and parallel to the floor while inverted, crea...

Basic HeadstandsCoreIntermediate+5

Upward-Facing Dog

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana

ProneBeginner

Upward-Facing Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana) stretches the entire front body while the thighs hover off the floor, creatin...

BeginnerCorePlank to Dog Flow+4

Upward-Facing Intense Stretch Pose I

Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana I

Forward BendsIntermediate

Upward-Facing Intense Stretch I (Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana I) balances on the sitting bones with legs lifted and sp...

Viloma

Interrupted Breath

PranayamaAdvanced

A segmented breathing exercise that inserts brief pauses within inhalation or exhalation to refine control.

Visama Vritti

Unequal Ratio Breathing

PranayamaAdvanced

A pranayama that alternates longer inhales and shorter exhales to explore asymmetrical breath patterns.

Warrior I

Virabhadrasana I

StandingBeginner

Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I) honors Shiva’s fierce warrior, grounding through the legs while lifting the heart and arms ...

BeginnerHipsLegs+4

Warrior II

Virabhadrasana II

StandingBeginner

Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II) steadies the gaze over the front fingertips while anchoring through both legs—an embodime...

BeginnerHipsLegs+4

Warrior III

Virabhadrasana III

StandingBeginner

Warrior III (Virabhadrasana III) turns the warrior into a soaring line—standing leg rooted, back leg and arms extending ...

BalanceCoreIntermediate+4

Wheel Lock

Chakra Bandhasana

BackbendsAdvanced

Wheel Lock binds hands to ankles while the spine forms a taut arc on forearms, stimulating each chakra along the column.

AdvancedBackbendsCore+4

Wheel Pose Rolling

Chakrasana

Core/LegsBeginner

Wheel Pose Rolling links a supported shoulderstand exit to an upward bow, rolling over the crown to mobilise the spine i...

CoreCore/LegsIntermediate+4

Wide Stance Forward Bend II

Prasarita Padottanasana II

StandingBeginner

Wide-Legged Forward Bend II (Prasarita Padottanasana II) adds a gentle inversion to the wide stance fold, inviting the c...

Advanced StandingHipsIntermediate+4

Wide-Legged Forward Bend I

Prasarita Padottanasana I

StandingBeginner

Wide-Legged Forward Bend I (Prasarita Padottanasana I) creates a grounded inversion, folding the torso between strong le...

Yoga Seal Pose

Yoga Mudrasana

Basic SittingBeginner

Yoga Seal (Yoga Mudrasana) folds forward from a bound lotus, sealing energy by uniting the limbs and drawing awareness i...

Yogi Goraksha's Pose

Goraksasana

Basic SittingIntermediate

Goraksha’s Pose (Goraksasana) balances in lotus on the knees, lifting the body upright to build poise and strength throu...

Yogic Staff Pose

Yogadandasana

Core/LegsIntermediate

Yogadandasana balances on one leg while the other foot props beneath the armpit like a yogi's staff.