Yoga. The Lotus Master Class

The Lotus Master Class

The lotus is perhaps the most symbolic of all yoga postures. However, primarily it represents ambiguity as it suggests the sacred, the exotic and the spiritual, yet its origins are rooted in deep, dark muddy waters whilst its petals emerge to the surface and open to light - and as such the journey towards achieving this pose exposes these various dark but also enlightening aspects of ourselves and allows us to integrate and hold them sensuously and harmonious together.

In this masterclass we will explore both the physical and the symbolic challenges of this most esoteric and gracious of postures.

Deep hip and pelvic releasing postures will be explored to help secure and root the lower body and consciousness which in turn heightens the alignment of the spine and allows the flow of prana to move more freely through this channel and the wingspan of the back.

We will also play with many of the beautiful variations of padmasana (lotus pose) whilst also offering alternatives and moderations in order to create a safe and happy practice.