Viparita Karani, commonly known as Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose, is a deeply calming restorative inversion. Practiced regularly, it can relieve fatigue, calm the nervous system, reduce swelling in the legs, and support healthy circulation. In this Viparita Karani tutorial, we’ll guide you through three key variations of Viparita Karani—ranging from beginner-friendly to advanced—with a free instructional video and detailed images to support …
Shoulderstand—known in Sanskrit as Salamba Sarvangasana—is one of the most revered and beneficial inversions in yoga. This pose involves balancing on the shoulders with the legs extended vertically and the hands supporting the back. In the Iyengar tradition, it is often referred to as the “mother” of all asanas. Yet despite its many benefits, Shoulderstand requires thoughtful preparation, intelligent prop …
Why Practice Iyengar Yoga Chair Twists? This Iyengar Yoga class explores the realigning and back-releasing benefits of chair-supported twisting poses through a structured, accessible sequence. It’s ideal for anyone seeking to improve spinal mobility, relieve back tension, and develop a clearer understanding of supported chair yoga twists. The sequence begins with standing twists using a chair for support, including variations …
For yoga practitioners, cultivating a consistent, varied, and progressive practice is key to unlocking its full benefits. Yoga Selection recognises the importance of these elements, offering an ever-growing library of 800+ online Iyengar Yoga classes designed to support intermediate and advanced practitioners. Since 2016, two new classes have been added each week, covering all the main asana groups and a …
Yoga props are essential tools that can significantly enhance your yoga practice, offering support, deepening your experience of each pose, and allowing you to explore new dimensions within your body. While they’re often introduced to beginners, props are invaluable for practitioners of all levels, providing opportunities for more precise alignment, greater flexibility, and safer progression in challenging asanas. In this …
What Are Iyengar Yoga Standing Poses? In Iyengar Yoga, standing poses are foundational asanas that emphasise balance, strength, alignment, and body awareness. These poses focus on grounding through the feet while building stability and mobility in the legs, hips, spine, and shoulders. They serve as the starting point for most yoga practices and are essential for improving posture and preparing …
Enhance your Iyengar Yoga practice with Yoga Selection’s Advanced Course. This exclusive, ever-growing collection of meticulously crafted on-demand videos is designed for experienced practitioners eager to delve deeper. Each class presents a unique theme, offering a comprehensive resource for expanding your skills from the comfort of your home. With over 350 advanced classes in our video library, you’ll always find …
Iyengar Yoga is known for its emphasis on precision and alignment in the execution of postures and breath control. Backbends, a vital component of this practice, are celebrated for their ability to invigorate and strengthen. This blog introduces our flagship two-part online course dedicated to advancing your skills in Iyengar Yoga backbends. Designed for everyone from intermediate enthusiasts eager to …
Iyengar Yoga for Beginners Embarking on your yoga journey with Iyengar yoga can be a transformative experience. Known for its focus on alignment, precision, and the use of props, Iyengar yoga is accessible to practitioners of all levels, especially beginners. This guide will introduce you to 10 essential Iyengar yoga poses for beginners, helping you build a strong foundation in …
Discover Iyengar Yoga Online: Classes and Courses for Everyone At Yoga Selection, we’re dedicated to offering the profound practice of Iyengar Yoga through our comprehensive range of Iyengar yoga online classes and courses, bringing this transformative practice into homes across the globe. Founded in 2016, our mission has been to establish the most extensive online resource for Iyengar Yoga, making …