Benefit & Use of Alignment and Props Workshop - Yoga

Discover Organic Alignment & Benefits of Using Props
“It is through the alignment of the body that I discovered the alignment of my mind, self, and intelligence.” B.K.S. Iyengar

• Gain knowledge of universal body alignment principles including Anusara spirals for optimal distribution of prana. Understand the foundations of essential poses.

• Learn to modify and adapt your practice to suit you while tuning into the energy and purpose of posture.

• Explore the use of props to feel your personal best in yoga postures regardless of flexibility level, limitations or injuries.

• Discover how to use and incorporate several types props into your practice: blankets, blocks, straps, bolsters, wedges, sandbags and wraps.

Props allow all practitioners access to the benefits of the postures regardless of physical condition, age, or length of study. The central purpose for using yoga props is to address a need for support.

A “prop” is just that. It is supportive and helpful when facing obstacles on the mat because it helps to meet us where we are. Props help practitioners at all levels gain the sensitivity of a pose while receiving the benefits over time without overextending themselves.

By using props, we teach ourselves to surrender to the support beneath us and let go of the need to control within. The mind becomes free of agitation and the student practices with greater effectiveness, ease, and stability.