Inspired by the Ashtanga Primary Series this flow is perfect for teaching a one-hour drop-in class.
Ashtanga-Inspired Flow
Ashtanga-Inspired Sequence
Category: Practice
Spring Sequence
Clear out the cobwebs and create space for renewal and transformation with this sequence.
Spring Sequence
Shoulder Sequence
This sequence is great for finding neutral alignment and reducing tension in the shoulders – a common problem for office workers and those of us who are on our phones too much!
Shoulder Sequence
Compass Pose Practice
This sequence uses the peak pose Compass and can be themed around ‘finding direction’ or following one’s ‘true north’.
Compass Pose Practice
References:
Quote by Stephen Covey from his book 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
Sydney J Harris’ writing was popular in the ’70s. You can check out his most popular work in the book The Best of Sydney J Harris.
Fiery Flow
This vinyasa flow practice is designed to balance the cold, contracting nature of winter with postures that are expansive and build heat.
Fiery Flow
References – Dosha Quizzes (links provided for your convenience, they are not endorsements):
Banyan Botanicals (requires email opt-in)
Fall Detox Flow
This Vinyasa flow practice is all about twists. Use this sequence to wring out your students and revitalise their spines. Click the link below to download the description + cheat sheet (with drawings) to take to class.
Fall Detox Flow
References:
Light on Yoga: The Classic Guide to Yoga by the World’s Foremost Author
Restorative Yoga for Sleep
Practice this 12-minute sequence right before bed to help you fall asleep and increase the quality of your sleep. Postures include legs up the wall pose, a gentle supine twist and a glute stretch held for a longer period of time to facilitate lymphatic drainage and to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system. Sweet dreams!
Music:BenSound.com
Flowing Sun Salutation Assists
This short 1 minute video demonstrates how to provide physical assists to your students as they flow through Sun Salutation. Offering physical assists may help bring your students into a deeper state of postural understanding. This flow is a great place to start. Thanks to YTPA member, Shalanne for demonstrating this flow.
Happy Hips
Release tension and increase mobility with this medium level, hip-focussed, 20 minute sequence. Expect a juicy combination of Hatha hip work followed by a full-body vinyasa designed to leave the hip area stretched and pain-free. Thanks to YTPA member, Shalanne for demonstrating this flow.
Music: http://www.purple-planet.com
Power Strength Flow
In 30 minutes, get your heart rate pumping with a series of strong postures. Challenge your balance with Warrior 3, stretch your legs with Pyramid Pose, and create mobility in the hips through One-Legged Downward Dog. Use this practice to build strength and focus.