Gentle Twists For Mobility and Spinal Health – Weekly Intermediate Class 413

This class features a selection of gentle foundational twists that are ideally suited to people with ageing or stiff bodies, as well as anyone wanting to consolidate the essential principles of twisting poses. Twists help to enhance spinal mobility, reduce muscular tension in the back and shoulders, and improve postural symmetry by addressing imbalances between the two sides of the body. The regular inclusion of twits in your yoga practice can support spinal health, maintain range of motion, and aid circulation to the muscles and joints of the torso. The class begins with simple, supported standing twists such as a chair-assisted variation of Parivrtta Trikonasana, before progressing through a series of accessible chair twists and culminating with essential seated and kneeling poses, including Bharadvajasana. Along the way, you’ll learn how to use props effectively to make twisting poses safer, more stable, and more beneficial for those working with stiffness or age-related mobility limitations.