Duration: 120 minutes
Format: Professionally recorded video from Carpathian Yoga Fest 2023 – the largest international yoga festival in Ukraine
Language: Ukrainian
Access: Unlimited lifetime access after purchase (downloadable PDF with a private link will appear in your account)
Practice type: Hatha Yoga, Yoga Therapy
Instructor: Olena Bakai
About the Masterclass
This is a deep dive into the biomechanics of backbends — ideal for anyone looking to master these poses safely and effectively.
You’ll get more than just a practice. This is intelligent bodywork: learning how to activate the right muscles, protect your lower back, mobilize the thoracic spine, and increase flexibility without causing harm.
The masterclass was recorded live at Carpathian Yoga Fest 2023 — an international yoga festival that brings together hundreds of practitioners from around the world each year. It’s a space known for powerful transformation and top-level teaching.
What the Practice Includes
- Progressive warm-up and targeted muscle activation
- Mobilization of the shoulders, hips, and thoracic spine
- Safe technique for entering and exiting bridge pose
- Static and dynamic backbend variations
- Breathwork and bandha integration
- Partner and solo thoracic mobilization
- Preparatory drills for pain-free entry into bridge
Why This Video Is Valuable
- Learn to approach backbends through biomechanics, not force
- Prevent injury and avoid lower back strain
- Follow a structured, step-by-step method to develop strength and flexibility
- Gain tools for safe movement in the shoulders, spine, and chest
- Integrate practical techniques into your personal or teaching practice immediately
Who This Masterclass Is For
- Beginners who fear or avoid backbends and want to learn them safely
- Experienced practitioners looking to refine their technique
- Yoga teachers seeking effective ways to explain and guide backbends
- Anyone experiencing back pain or tightness in the shoulders and upper spine during backbends
What You'll Gain After Watching
Beginners will:
- Understand how to practice backbends safely
- Improve joint mobility and body awareness
Experienced practitioners will:
- Deepen technical understanding and access new sensations
- Break through plateaus in flexibility and control
About the Instructor
Olena Bakai is a certified RYT 500 yoga teacher (Devdan Yoga International), a qualified yoga therapist, and a lead teacher of professional training programs with international Yoga Alliance certification rights. Her approach is grounded in anatomy, biomechanics, and deep experiential knowledge — making her guidance precise, effective, and safe.
What You'll Need for the Practice
- Yoga mat
- Yoga blocks
- Strap
- Chair or bolster (optional for mobilization work)
Take the Next Step Toward Safe, Strong Backbends
Learn how to support and restore your body through healthy, mindful backbending.
Purchase the video now and gain lifetime access to the knowledge that can truly transform your practice.
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