Is there a specific structure required for the asana sequence in the practicum?

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First and foremost, it's vital to understand that your practicum should cater to novice practitioners, meaning the sequence should be beginner-friendly. Our primary expectation is to view a sequence that is both accessible for beginners and ensures safety, while also being straightforward and well-organized.

Effective sequencing for asana within your practicum should be logical and feel intuitive to the body. Initiate with asanas that provide a gentle warm-up, transition into preparatory asanas leading up to your main pose, followed by counterposes, and conclude with cool-down asanas, culminating in Savasana.

For instance, if we consider Half Moon, Ardha Chandrasana as the primary pose:

  • Warm-Up: Start with poses like the Sufi Grind to engage the hips and lower back, a seated lateral stretch, and the Cat/Cow sequence for spinal flexibility.
  • Preparatory Poses: Progress to poses like Downward Facing Dog, Triangle pose, Extended Side Angle pose, Warrior 2, and Uttanasana. These poses are crucial for conditioning the hamstrings, hips, glutes, side body, and fostering stability and grounding through the feet.
  • Peak Pose: Transition into the Half Moon pose. While teaching, present various modifications, from using a block beneath the bottom hand for additional support to focusing one's gaze downwards to enhance balance.
  • Counter Poses: Introduce poses like Tadasana, Uttanasana, Downward Facing Dog, and Pigeon pose, which aid in relaxing the hamstrings and glutes.
  • Cool Down: Conclude with poses like the Bridge pose and a supine spinal twist, targeting the core and spine.

While numerous sequences can be curated based on distinct themes or intentions, the key for the asana segment of the class is ensuring safety, accessibility, and a logical flow. The sequence should manifest a distinct start, progression, and conclusion.

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