shadow yoga classes
These classes are for people with some knowledge of shadow yoga and people with yoga experience, who also have a good basic physical coordination, used to an intermediate practice. The classes introduce different aspects of shadow yoga / Nātha yoga:
- Vyāyāma or preparatory activities for strengthening of the body and responsiveness of tissues (joint rotations, squats), they also include
- Shadow Yoga preludes (Bālakrama, Chāyā Yoddhā Sañcalanam, Kārttikeya Maṇḍala) and Sūrya Namaskāra, through which the practitioner is introduced to basic linear and circular forms
- Āsana Aṅgahāra (progressive asana sequences)
- Nṛtta Sādhanā or 'the pure dance of Śiva' (forms of Aṣṭahasta, Lāsya and Ānanda Tāṇḍava)
- Mantra Sadhana*
- Prāṇāyāma*
- Mudrā*
*Mantra Sadhana, Prāṇāyāma and Mudrā are difficult advanced practices which are introduced only when the basic practice/sadhana is firmly established and the body and mind are well prepared.
During the classes there are introduced also basic information for understanding of yogic practice, such as familiarising with the marma points, the nadis (energy channels) and the influence of the lunar cycles on personal sadhana.
I warmly recommend people to attempt and build their own (ideally daily) practice of yoga, even if they start with 20 minutes a day twice a week. This classes offer good foundation for this purpose, but you are of course always welcome regardless of wether or not you have a personal practic routine.
These classes are suitable for pregnant women in the first 4-5 months of pregnancy (with given adaptations). Pregnant practitioners are also welcome to one of Yoga for women - adaptation of practice in time of pregnacny.
regular classes
THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO REGULAR CLASSES OFFERED
In December 2025 I have had, on request of my teachers, my natal Jyotish chart made with regard to my personal yogic path. After a consult and some reflection I decided to stop guiding others for the time being and dedicate my focus primarily to my personal sadhana. If that changes in the future the website and the offerings will come alive and active again. I wish everyone all good wherever on the path you might be.
practice guidelines
In most class spaces there are currently NO yoga requisits, so it is advisable to bring your own mat.
Comfortable clothes and bare feet.
Ideally there should be 3-4hrs between the beginning of the class and the last large meal, a small 'snack' up to 2hrs before practice is ok.
Do not drink anything during the practice (also not water) as fluid affects the occurring physiological processes.
For women in thier menstrual cycle: if you are not familiar with the adaptation of the practice in the time of menstruation, please let me know.
And last but not least - in Sundernath's words: Sometimes something brings you to a place of learning. Come with an open mind, even if you don't know exactly what you came for.
ADDITIONAL FOR ONLINE
In principle, I want to see people also if I teach via Zoom, so I suggest positioning the laptop/mobile phone camera in relation to the room or your body (see below). The camera can be on the floor or ideally up to waist height. It's good to be able to see more of your body, ideally your whole body (standing and lying down). Light: if possible, the light source or window should not be behind you (ideally in front of you, at the side also ok).
If women are in the first days of menstrual cycle and are not familiar with adaptations, skip the online class.
A yoga mat is not necessary, if you don't have one - you can work on the floor or carpet. A blanket nearby is recommended so that you can lie on it or cover yourself with it if necessary.
Standing Caraṇa or join rotations (Emma Balnaves)
Bālakrama, first Shadow yoga prelude (Emma Balnaves)
