Handstand Yoga Workshop with Martin, Sunday, Feb 16, 14:00 – 16:00

Handstand Yoga Workshop with Martin

Dates & Times

  • Sunday, February 16, 2020
  • 14:00 – 16:00

About this workshop

This workshop is right for you no matter if you are new to the pose or if you are already able to do the handstand but you want to refine your technique and understanding of the pose. You will be introduced to variations and preparation exercises for that are appropriate and safe for your level of yoga practice. The handstand  is – together with headstand and forearm stand – one of the most potent poses in yoga. The reason for this are the numerous positive effects on body and mind that come with regular practice of this pose.

Price

  • CHF 40 regular price
  • FREE if you have a membership at the time of the workshop

Location

Teacher

Martin Becker (E-RYT 500, YACEP, RYS 200, RYS 300) is a senior yoga teacher from Basel, Switzerland. Since 2011, he has taught more than 11´000 yoga classes and owns his own yoga studio. He teaches yoga retreats, 200-hour, 300-hour and yin yoga teacher trainings internationally. Martin holds degrees in Psychology (MSc) as well as in Business Administration (BA). His passion is to share the benefits of yoga for body, mind and soul with as many people as possible in a fun way where everybody feels welcome. 

Content

  • The technique to come into handstand step by step so you can do the pose without any risks
  • Correct hand, head, and arm position according to different styles of yoga
  • Coming into the pose at the wall and the key success factors to do the pose away from the wall
  • Transitions into and out of the pose from/into other poses
  • Anatomy and physiology: what are the effects and benefits of this pose
  • How often and for how long should you practice the pose to benefit from it?
  • Yoga philosophy: why should you do the pose at all and how is this related to the philosophy of yoga?

What to bring

  • Just your yoga clothes
  • A towel in case you tend to sweat easily
  • Everything else is there and included in the price (mats etc.)

Registration & Cancellation

  • English (main) & German
  • All levels welcome from beginner to advanced
  • Modifications and preparation exercises will be offered for all levels – no matter if you are totally new or already quite advanced.
  • Please note: in case of cancellation, you will receive a voucher to participate in the workshop at a different date – the workshops are held on a regular basis. No cash refunds.

Bookings

Buchungen sind für diese Veranstaltung geschlossen.