INDEPENDENT STUDY

ĀSANA

Anatomy & Alignment

An exploration of human anatomy, functional movement and the principles of alignment that support an intelligent, adaptable and sustainable āsana practice.

Invocation

The body is not simply something we inhabit. It is the living ground of perception, the instrument of experience and the place where awareness becomes action.

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BEGIN ĀSANA >

  • Foundational anatomy of the skeletal, muscular and joint systems
  • Functional biomechanics and principles of movement
  • Postural alignment, stability, mobility and balance
  • Exploration of foundational āsanas and posture families
  • Individual anatomical variation and appropriate adaptations
  • Breath, proprioception and embodied awareness
  • Applied practice in observation, cueing and sequencing
  • Guided movement laboratories, discussion and practical study
  • Companion study materials and opportunities for continued inquiry

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Welcome Back

Welcome to the ĀSANA Treasury.

Here you will find the study companion and supporting materials for continued exploration of anatomy, alignment and embodied practice.

Return to these resources as your understanding develops. The relationship between anatomical knowledge and direct experience becomes richer through observation, repetition and thoughtful inquiry.

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