develop your best possible shoulder-stand practice
The Art of Shoulderstand
The complete shoulder-stand blueprint
LIVE Online Course
with Rory Viggers
Finally unlock the keys to develop and master a comfortable, balanced practice. Experience the full potential of this wonderful posture
Shoulder-stand can be a deeply restoring & relaxing asana. If it doesn’t feel this way right now and you struggle with any aspect of shoulder-stand or would like to improve your current practice, you’re in the right place.
If you…
Feel shaky…
Squashed in the chest…
Find it difficult to breath…
Experience too much pressure on your neck…
Cant stay up for long…
Find it tiring…
Cant balance…
Struggle to lift up your legs…
Cant get straight…
I’ve got you!
This live training will give you brand new insights, proper understanding, clear methods and techniques to develop your best shoulder-stand practice.
Like many other inversions, part of the puzzle is understanding exactly what is required and knowing the best possible techniques.
A certain amount of energy is needed. But it’s nearly always nowhere near what you think. When you work with a more effective technique you reduce the physical effort required.
This course will share the exact steps and process, through all 4 phases of shoulder-stand, so you can build your most comfortable practice.
We are all built differently. There are things you can do to create a more effective practise based on your unique body anatomy. Whilst the essence of the posture is the same for all of us, the way you go about it can be adapted to each body type.
Having taught 1000’s of teachers and students over the past decade, one of the key reasons so many struggle is down to their current technique and understanding.
The method taught in this training optimises every aspect of the practice so no stone is left unturned. You’ll gain a complete understanding of exactly what is required and where you need to spend more of your focus.
Shoulder-stand and Headstand are often practised one after the other in classical asana (headstand first). But shoulder-stand is usually learnt first as it’s an amazing practice to strengthen the back, preparing the foundations for headstand.
It can be a very soothing and calming asana (once you have the right technique and set-up), the perfect partner to headstand. It’s often described as the Queen or mother asana.
“Rory’s teaching of asanas is from the heart. Backed up by years of practice, patience and passion you’ll be inspired by his enthusiasm and vast knowledge. He exudes calm and authenticity with each student the focus of his offering. Your body, mind and soul will thank you for being under his care and guidance ”.
Sona - Yoga Practitioner / Teacher
Inside Art of Shoulder stand
Structured into 4 live sessions that guide you through the 4 vital stages with drills and accessory practises to optimise the design and movement needed for shoulder-stand
Vital phases
1 - Preparation
2 - Foundation & Activation
3 - Movement
4 - Balance
You’ll Discover…
✩ What’s preventing you from balancing straight (consistently or ever!)
✩ How to prepare your back and where more focus is required (and what to do)
✩ How to solve the puzzle of the neck and shoulders
✩ Secrets for lightness, energy and stability
✩ Importance of body awareness
✩ The vital role of your feet
✩ The role of the breath (why it’s super important)
✩ Engaging existing strength efficiently & effectively
✩ Role of the arms and shoulders
✩ Shoulder-stand Flexibility & adaptations
✩ Why your current approach might be detrimental (and what to do instead)
✩ The exact formula and sequence for developing your most straightest shoulder-stand
✩ Shoulder-stand cycle variations
I’m excited, your practice will never be the same again!
"Thank you so much Rory for your hard work and incredible teachings… it has been so comprehensive and inspiring and I am filled with gratitude for the experience"
Lucy - Yoga Practitioner / Teacher
Teacher - Rory Viggers
Rory's unique teaching style skilfully enables you to uncover a greater depth of awareness and understanding in your practice. Informed by multi-disciplines his approach is intelligent, passionate and insightful.
I am a direct student of one of the last living greats, Dona Holleman and have spent 12 years studying full time with her. The Yoga I share has purpose, intention, precision, intelligence and soul. It continues to be informed by all the inspirations in my life, past and current teachers, mentors, trailblazers and most importantly from the precious and essential time in my own daily Sadhana where ideas are incubated, experimented and processed.
What
4 x 90 minute LIVE sessions
(recorded if you can’t attend live)
When
21 & 28 October / 4 & 11 November 2024
6pm - 7.30pm (UK time)
Where
Sessions are live on Zoom
What you’ll need
3 x Blankets (or towels)
Theraband or resistance band (light or medium)
1 x Yoga Block
1 x pen
1 x Yoga Belt
This training is open to all students and teachers of Yoga (not complete beginners) from all Yoga systems.
If you have any medical conditions or injuries, please consult your GP and contact us to check if this course is suitable for you.
“Rory is an incredible teacher. I learnt so much which I’ve been able to include in my every day practice. I can’t wait to come back & learn some more!”
— Felicity (Yoga Teacher)
Join
‘Art of Shoulderstand’
Once registered, you’ll receive your login to the Headstand Fundamental portal
early-bird: £97
(regular investment: £111)
Course booking is non-refundable
FAQs
Is this series suitable for me?
This series is not suitable for complete beginners. If you have been practising regularly for 4+ months, you are welcome to attend. If you are unsure about suitability, please contact us.
Does is matter which system of Yoga asana I practice?
Correct and safe practice of asana transcends any system. You can apply the techniques and enhance whichever system of asana your practise through what you’ll learn during this series.
I already have an inversions practice. Will I learn anything new?
Absolutely YES.
Refunds + Cancelations
Course booking is non-refundable.