Alignment Matters

NOVEMBER 21, 2026, SATURDAY - 1 PM - 3 PM - FIRST SESSION

A 4-Part Workshop Series

Who it’s for:
Students who want to move smarter, feel stronger, and understand why poses work — not just copy shapes.
Ideal for regular practitioners, returning students, and curious beginners.

Format:
120 minutes each

Each workshop includes:

Education & demonstration
Slow, progressive practice
Props & modifications
Functional cues that translate to all classes

Workshop 1: Sun Salutation — The Foundation of Flow

Focus:
How alignment, breath, and transitions create safe, sustainable movement.

You’ll explore:

Joint stacking in plank, chaturanga, upward & downward dog
Shoulder mechanics & wrist care
Core engagement without tension
How to modify Sun Salutes for strength, mobility, or recovery

Outcome:
Move through vinyasa with more ease, less strain, and better breath control.

Workshop 2: Standing Poses — Strength from the Ground Up

Focus:
Leg alignment, hip mechanics, and spinal integrity in standing postures.

You’ll explore:

Foot pressure & balance distribution
Knee tracking & hip stability
Pelvic positioning for spinal support
Poses like Warrior I & II, Triangle, Side Angle

Outcome:
Feel stronger, more stable, and confident in long holds and transitions.

Workshop 3: Balance Poses — Stability, Control & Focus

Focus:

Building balance through alignment, not tension.
You’ll explore:
The role of the foot, ankle, and hip
Core control vs gripping
Balance poses like Tree, Half Moon, Warrior III
Using props to improve balance (not “cheat”)

Outcome:
Better balance, fewer wobbles, and more trust in your body.

Workshop 4: Backbends — Support Before Depth

Focus:
Creating safe, accessible backbends by distributing movement through the whole body.

You’ll explore:

Spinal curves & backbend mechanics
Shoulder & hip opening vs lumbar compression
Supported vs active backbends
Poses like Cobra, Bridge, Camel (options for all levels)

Outcome:
Backbends that feel energizing, not painful — with confidence and control.