Side Shoulderstand Tutorial

In this practice

Key teachings

• Foundation and alignment in arm balances
• Engaging the core and side body
• Importance of warming up for challenging poses
• Practicing both sides for balance

Ideal for

• Intermediate yoga practitioners
• Those seeking to learn challenging arm balances
• Practitioners interested in exploring variations of inversions and balances

Lesson

Instructions

This yoga posture tutorial is focused on Side Shoulder Stand. This is a very unique yoga posture and somewhat challenging arm balance pose. It’s asymmetrical shape requires practicing this side shoulder stand yoga tutorial on both sides to remain in balance. Be sure to fully warm up the neck, side body, spine in all directions and core before you attempt this pose. Follow the steps in this very short yoga sequence in order to succeed in this intermediate yoga pose.

Beginner yoga to advanced yoga practitioners can find some enjoyment in practicing this pose. As a beginner yoga practitioner straightening the legs and walking them to the side may be enough. Always work on your level

Steps

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Benefits

• Develops shoulder and core strength
• Improves balance and proprioception
• Enhances body awareness and focus
• Increases upper body stability