Evening Practice with Bakasana Preparation – A Journey to Flexibility, Strength & Inner Balance
A gentle yet powerful evening practice designed to restore shoulder mobility, release back tension, and develop strength and balance. Suitable for both beginners and experienced yogis.
Duration: 75 minutes
Format: Professionally recorded video from Carpathian Yoga Fest 2024 — the largest international yoga festival in Ukraine
Language: Ukrainian
Access: Lifetime
Practice Type: Evening yoga focused on balance and mobility
Instructor: Nata Maslova
About the Masterclass
This functional evening sequence focuses on improving shoulder mobility, relieving tension in the spine, and developing body control through balance.
A special emphasis is placed on step-by-step preparation for Bakasana, explained in a clear and accessible way — even if you’ve never done a hand balance before.
More than just a workout, this is a structured method for building confidence in your body through mindful movement, breathwork, and focused attention.
Filmed at Carpathian Yoga Fest
This masterclass was recorded live at Carpathian Yoga Fest 2024, one of the biggest yoga festivals in Ukraine. The event brings together teachers from all over the world in the heart of the Carpathian Mountains.
The unique energy of shared practice, the mountain air, and the deep silence can be felt even through the screen — becoming a part of your personal yoga space.
What’s Included in the Practice:
- Shoulder and upper back mobilization
- Core stabilization exercises
- Dynamic transitions with balance elements
- Preparation for Bakasana, Eka Pada Bakasana & variations
- Breathwork and deep somatic relaxation
This Practice Will Help You:
- Relieve shoulder and back tension after long sitting or intense activity
- Improve posture, flexibility, and strength
- Learn safe techniques for arm balances
- Strengthen body awareness and control
- Calm the nervous system and prepare for restful sleep
Who It’s For:
- Anyone experiencing tight shoulders, neck, or upper chest
- Beginners who want to explore Bakasana without fear
- Experienced yogis looking to refine their technique
- Those in search of a strong yet soothing evening practice
- Anyone needing a nervous system reset and deeper body connection
What You’ll Gain After the Practice:
If You’re a Beginner:
- Learn foundational balance techniques
- Build core strength without overloading the body
- Overcome fear of balancing
- Feel supported through a well-structured class
If You’re an Experienced Practitioner:
- Deepen work with shoulders, spine, and core
- Progress into more advanced balancing postures
- Integrate strength, breath, and mobility
- Refine control and smoothness of transitions
About the Instructor
Nata Maslova is a certified yoga teacher specializing in balancing asanas and yoga therapy, with over 6 years of teaching experience. A regular contributor at Carpathian Yoga Fest, she is known for her deep, somatic approach to the body and mind.
Her signature style is based on:
A blend of functional strength, flexibility, and stability
Solid anatomical knowledge and practical yoga therapy background
A safe and progressive environment to explore complex asanas
Nata guides students to feel confident in their bodies, turning yoga into a path of inner balance.
What You’ll Need:
Yoga mat
1–2 yoga blocks
Blanket or throw for support and savasana
Wall space if you need extra balance support
Comfortable clothes and water
A quiet space and uninterrupted time just for you
Don’t miss the chance to deepen your practice with an experienced teacher. Purchase the masterclass video today and unlock a new layer of strength, clarity, and embodiment in your yoga journey.
