Nine Pose Shoulder Opening Sequence – Weekly Intermediate Class 396

Intermediate 30 min

Nine Pose Shoulder Opening Sequence – Weekly Intermediate Class 396

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nine shoulder opening poses

Equipment

Mat, bolster, blanket, two blocks.

Key Poses

Urdva Hastasana, urdhva baddhanguliyasana, badda hastasana, anantasana.

Focus

This 30-minute class features a focused sequence of nine shoulder-opening poses designed to improve mobility, unlock the thoracic spine, and open the chest. Practised regularly, this short and accessible routine will enhance postural alignment and make overhead arm movements more achievable in a wide range of yoga poses. The class includes supported, reclining variations of Urdhva Hastasana, Urdhva Baddhanguliyasana, Baddha Hastasana, and Anantasana—offering a gentle yet effective way to work on shoulder flexibility with minimal props.

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  1. Thanks Rod for this little jewel of a class. Even after doing yoga with you for over 5 years, I always pick up something new in each and every class. And BTW great class for swimmers. I enjoy swimming the TI way and I am grateful to you for introducing this method to me a few years back! Swimming and yoga is a great combination.
    -Robert

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