Beginner Pose Library

Explore individual asanas separately and in depth.

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Adho Mukha Svanasana – Downward Facing Dog Pose

10 Min

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Adho Mukha Svanasana (downward facing dog pose) is a well known yoga pose that can be practiced in nearly every yoga sequence. It is energising and strengthening when practiced actively, calming and rejuvenating when practised with support. The pose is...

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Adho Mukha Svanasana

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Mat

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Baddha Konasana & Janu Sirsasana – Bound Angle Pose & Head to Knee Pose

10 Min

Focus

This tutorial introduces the seated poses Baddha Konasana and Janu Sirsasana. Experience the benefit of linking these two poses together. Learn the hip and knee opening first, then develop the straight leg position. The option of using of props to support...

Key Poses

Baddha Konasana and Janu Sirsasana.

Equipment

Mat, 2 blankets, belt

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Bharadvajasana – Bharadvaja’s Twist

10 Min

Focus

This tutorial introduces the twisting pose Bharadvajasana. This is a great pose for exploring the basic principles of all the twisting yoga poses. You will learn how to set yourself up with a stable foundation and then apply techniques which help...

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Bharadvajasana

Equipment

Mat, 2 blankets, block

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Chatushpadasna – Four Feet Pose

10 Min

Focus

Chatushpadasana introduces fundamental techniques that are used in other more complex back bending poses. You will learn the correct position for aligning the shoulder blades. This will help you later when learning Salamba Sarvangasana (shoulderstand). Chatushpadasana can help to give...

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Chatushpadasana

Equipment

Mat

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Dandasana – Staff Pose

10 Min

Focus

In this tutorial you will learn key actions for Dandasana. These techniques can be applied to other more complicated seated poses in the future. Safe methods for supporting your spine in seated positions are explored. You will also be guided...

Key Poses

Dandasana

Equipment

Mat, 2 blankets, belt

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Gomukhasana – Cow Faced Pose & Garadasana – Eagle Pose

10 Min

Focus

Join Rod in this exploration of the shoulder opening poses Gomukhasana and Garadasana. Learn techniques for modifying the poses if you have restricted range of movement. Gaining flexibility in the shoulders and upper back will assist the development of most poses...

Key Poses

Gomukhasana

Equipment

Mat

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Utthita Parsvakonasana – Extended Side Angle Pose

10 Min

Focus

Learn Utthita Parsvakonasana in this online tutorial. Regular practice of this fundamental standing pose will assist you in strengthening your leg muscles. It is an asana that also helps you to build greater hip and shoulder mobility. Learn the basic...

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Utthita Parsvakonasana

Equipment

Mat, block

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Parsvottanasana – Intense Side Stretch Pose

10 Min

Focus

Learn parsvottanasana. This video tutorial introduces this fundamental standing pose. You will learn how to lengthen the muscles at the backs of the legs without putting strain on your spine. Techniques for performing the pose without collapsing your chest are...

Key Poses

Parsvottanasana

Equipment

Mat, 2 blocks

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Prasarita Padottanasana – Wide Legged Standing Forward Bend

10 Min

Focus

This tutorial introduces the standing pose Prasarita Padottanasana. It is an ideal asana to be practicing when first starting yoga. It highlights and corrects stiffness in your leg muscles and hips. You will be guided through the pose in stages, learning...

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Prasarita padottanasana

Equipment

Mat, 2 blocks

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Supta Baddha Konasana – Reclining Bound Angle Pose

10 Min

Focus

Learn how to set up for Supta Baddha Konasana. This pose opens the chest and hips whilst promoting relaxation. It is an ideal pose to use at the start of each practice. Learn how to correctly position props in order...

Key Poses

Supta Baddha Konasana

Equipment

Mat, blanket, bolster, belt

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Supta Virasana

10 Min

Focus

Supta Virasana is a great pose for improving knee mobility, and quadriceps flexibility. It is eventually an ideal starting position for an active Iyengar yoga sequence. This tutorial guides you through three different approaches to the pose. Initially a version...

Key Poses

Supta Virasana

Equipment

Mat, 2 bolsters, 3 blankets, block

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Tadasana – Mountain Pose

10 Min

Focus

Tadasana is an ideal starting point if you are new to yoga. It is also a pose experienced practioners can use regularly to assist with a process of ongoing refinement of body awareness. It helps you to learn how to...

Key Poses

Tadasana

Equipment

Mat.

Course Overview

Description

Explore individual asanas separately and in depth. The Beginner Pose Library course will help you to consolidate your understanding of core Iyengar poses at the beginner level.

Who is this course for?

Individuals wanting a more detailed understanding of particular asanas
Those looking to supplement their practice whilst completing the Basic Beginner and Beginner Extension courses

How will this course help?

These tutorials encompass a range of key Iyengar yoga poses at the beginner level. Gaining a more detailed understanding of these asanas will help to prepare you for the intermediate level classes.

What do I get from this course?

A comprehensive and structured approach to key asanas at the beginner level
Essential foundations and key principles clearly communicated to help you go further on your yoga journey
Step by step tracking of your progression through the course
Email reminders to help keep you motivated and on track
Email support from your teacher

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Beginner Pose Library

Classes Available

Adho Mukha Svanasana – Downward Facing Dog Pose

Baddha Konasana & Janu Sirsasana – Bound Angle Pose & Head to Knee Pose

Bharadvajasana – Bharadvaja’s Twist

Chatushpadasna – Four Feet Pose

Dandasana – Staff Pose

Gomukhasana – Cow Faced Pose & Garadasana – Eagle Pose

Utthita Parsvakonasana – Extended Side Angle Pose

Parsvottanasana – Intense Side Stretch Pose

Prasarita Padottanasana – Wide Legged Standing Forward Bend

Supta Baddha Konasana – Reclining Bound Angle Pose

Supta Virasana

Tadasana – Mountain Pose

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Adho Mukha Svanasana – Downward Facing Dog Pose

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