Foundation Poses for Beginners
Program Overview
Most people start yoga expecting flexibility exercises, but the real challenge is understanding what your body should actually be doing in each pose. This program focuses on six fundamental poses that appear in nearly every yoga class.
You'll learn Mountain Pose, Downward Dog, Warrior I, Triangle, Child's Pose, and Corpse Pose. Sounds simple, but there's a surprising amount happening in each one. We break down the alignment details that make these poses effective rather than just approximate shapes you're holding.
What You're Actually Learning
Each pose gets roughly 45 minutes of instruction time. We cover foot placement, weight distribution, where your gaze should be, and what muscles should feel engaged. You'll also learn the most common alignment errors—like dumping weight into your lower back in Downward Dog or collapsing your arch in Warrior I.
The program includes video demonstrations from three different angles and modification options for tight hamstrings, shoulder issues, or knee sensitivity. No background in fitness or flexibility required, just willingness to pay attention to detail.
Seminar Structure
Course Structure
- Week 1: Standing Foundations
- Mountain Pose mechanics and weight distribution, Warrior I with hip alignment focus
- Week 2: Forward and Downward Movement
- Downward Dog breakdown with shoulder and hamstring modifications, Child's Pose variations for different body types
- Week 3: Lateral Movement and Balance
- Triangle Pose with detailed torso and leg alignment, integration practice combining learned poses
- Week 4: Rest and Integration
- Corpse Pose techniques for actual relaxation, full sequence practice with alignment checks
Each session includes live feedback sessions where you can submit videos for alignment review
- 24 instructional videos with multi-angle views
- Printable alignment guides for each pose
- Weekly Q&A sessions for troubleshooting
- Access to community forum for peer support