Spine Awakening: Back Bending Workshop (in English)

Join Sheila Ilzhöfer for an in-depth exploration of intermediate to advanced back bending asanas.

This 3 hour workshop is designed to build strength, flexibility and an increased body awareness, giving you the tools to safely and effectively deepen your back bending practice. 

Sheila combines the principles of yoga asana with strength training, flexibility drills and contortion techniques. From intermediate to advanced variations, this workshop offers a supportive space for all.

We’ll start with a dynamic warm-up targeting the muscles needed for backbends, explore wall and prop assists as well as partner work, then dive into the mechanics and alignment of key asanas and work with peak poses such as Urdhva Dhanurasana (wheel pose), Drop Backs, Bow and Cobra Variations and Scorpio. 

You’ll learn how to adapt each asana to your body and goals, ensuring a safe and sustainable practice.

What to expect:

• Discover the energetic aspects of backbends.
• Develop strength, flexibility, and awareness for a safe back bending journey.
• Learn flexibility and strength training drills to incorporate in your practice.
• Explore intermediate to advanced asana variations in an explorative and supportive environment using the wall and props.
• Practice key poses such as Urdhva Dhanurasana variations (Wheel Pose), Drop Backs, Cobra and Bow Variations, Scorpio

This workshop is designed for practitioners with some experience in yoga, but all levels are welcome. Come prepared to challenge yourself and grow in a fun, encouraging environment!