Imogen is delighted to offer this in-person workshop. 

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10am - 12.30pm GMT Sunday 26th March 2023

Lourdes Hall, Southdown Road, Harpenden

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Workshop Description

Backbends (a.k.a 'Heart Openers') are often marmite poses.  For some bodies they feel really good and for some not.  Perhaps you are someone who suffers with lower back pain and feels afraid to take backbends?  Or perhaps you are hyper-flexible, find back-bending easy but want to learn how to find control in the pose?   Join Imogen for a morning exploring all things back-bendy to help you feel confident and safe in classes.  Imogen hopes to enable you to get the most out of your bend so you can go deeper into your practice. 

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What you will learn:

Key body actions for all backbends

We will look at common backbend poses 

How and when to use your glutes

About the spine

Why backbend? (the energetics) 

Fake news - things to look out for - and when not to backbend (contraindications)

Modifications - how to use props

How to breathe in backbends

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There will be time for group discussions / demonstrations and a cup of tea at the end.

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Suitable for

Strong beginners upwards.
(not suitable for pregnant or 0-6 months of postnatal phase)

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Investment 

33 GBP - this price is per person