Sivananda Yoga Workshop
Sivananda Yoga Workshop will focus on the 12 classical postures. The sessions are led by Jasminder Bahia Director of Bahia Yoga.
The next sessions run:
- Saturday, 3 June from 10 am to 12.30 pm
There’s time for Q&A, and chai during this time.
What are the 12 classical postures of Sivananda Yoga?
- Śīrṣāsana ◦ Headstand
- Sarvāṅgāsana ◦ Shoulderstand
- Halāsana ◦ Plough
- Matsyāsana ◦ Fish
- Pascimothanāsana ◦ Sitting Forward Bend
- Bhujaṅgāsana ◦ Cobra
- Śalabhāsana ◦ Locust
- Dhanurāsana ◦ Bow
- Ardha Matsyendrāsana ◦ Half Spinal Twist
- Kakāsana ◦ Crow
- Pada Hastāsana ◦ Standing Forward Bend
- Trikoṇāsana ◦ Triangle
The workshop offers variations and modifications to the traditional sequence of the asanas above. Helping students explore their range of motion safely. Focussing on the spiritual aspect of Yoga, including breathing, mantra, and mindfulness. As well as mental focus, and how to be steady in Yoga postures. The workshop is not limited to physical movement and brings in deeper practices. Such as Prāṇāyāma, the art of breathing. Śavāsana, how to find deep ease and mental relaxation for the mind and body. With a keen emphasis on meditation, Dhyāna.
Who can attend this workshop? Can a beginner join the Sivananda Workshops?
The workshop is open to mixed levels and open to people who have some prior experience with Yoga, but it is not suitable for beginners. Yoga students can work at a pace that is steady mindful and brings ease. No rushing or trying to get yourself into contortionist shapes.
About the teacher and how to book
Jasminder Bahia has been teaching Yoga since 2003 and is a student of Zen and a Psychologist. She is keen to share the spiritual aspects of Yoga and has a knack for making practices accessible for different body types and abilities. Jasminder is a Bhakti practitioner at heart, brings in the philosophical links to Yoga, and helps students connect with Yoga beyond the physical meaning.
- The workshop is £30 per person and runs in person only. Please book here.
- 30% discount for the BPOC community*
- We also offer a 20% discount for NUS Students and people on a reduced income – please email for a discount code
*BIPOC and underrepresented groups *If you identify as a person of colour (Black, Asian, Latinx, Middle Eastern, mixed heritages & indigenous people of North, Central, and South America). *Underrepresented groups are non-dominant groups which include people of colour; people with disabilities; people from a lower socioeconomic status; and from the LGBTQ+ community. Please be in touch if you need further support, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
*If you would like the community codes please contact Bhavna to register and we can add your name to the list.
Cancellation policy for workshops:
A refund (minus a 20% admin fee) will be made for cancellations made more than 8 weeks before the start date. For cancellations, less than 8 weeks before the workshop there will be no refunds or transfers. Please contact us if you have any queries.