Exploring Evolution and Arm Balances

160 reviews

Skill Level: Guru

Style: Vinyasa

Focus: Arm Balances, Hip Openers

Length: 55:52

Instructor: Neesha Zollinger

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Engage in a lively, hip opening and arm balance practice, focusing on transcending and evolving! In a complex pose we refine our ability to learn from our past by engaging the deeper parts of ourselves. As wisdom develops we can innovate, expand, grow, evolve, and stretch our boundaries!

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Jackson, WY
1 year ago

(2) (2) expressions...

HI all, Thank you for all the feedback and comments. @ Jackie, keep pla...

HI all, Thank you for all the feedback and comments. @ Jackie, keep playing and the twisting will come! @ Amanda, my expressions are a combination of what I get from my teachers and colleagues and the instantaneous access my feelings of what is rising up in the passion of sharing the yoga in the moment! Flag as offensive

Sean Kennedy

1 year ago

Was not able to do the pose, but kept up with everything else , great narration. I can see with a little bit more practice, I can jump right into it :) Thanks Neesha Flag as offensive

jenny

1 year ago

Second! Well, sort of. It was great--I kept rewinding and the section with the pose, I assume we're talking about the same one: the last big ol' arm balance (sorry, not that great with names of poses, although I could tell you how to get into it...). I don't know why I didn't just pause it, haha! I like the din of the voices of the instructors & the occasional bird-chirp or wind in the mic. Anyway, I ended up doing it 3 times on each side and none of them were spectacular, but all of them were my best shot, and I was having fun, and that's what I'm counting, personally. Also, I did the yoga yesterday, and today, my joints feel that same relieving awakening sensation as when I have one of those really indescribably good morning stretches before getting out of the bed. :) Flag as offensive

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160 Reviews | Average

Erika
Kent, United Kingdom
12 hours ago

Straight into some great poses

Loved how this class had some lovely challenging poses that I could do b...

Loved how this class had some lovely challenging poses that I could do because there was less emphasis on vinyasa which sometimes tires my arms out!

melinda
rochester, NY
2 days ago

Really delicious class, a must-try for every "guru" here!!

Loved this class; Neesha is so cute and funny, her little quirky descrip...

Loved this class; Neesha is so cute and funny, her little quirky descriptions both brought this class to life, as well as got me into poses more deeply than I typically find myself.

maria
Ecuador
2 months ago

favorite

this class in my personal top ten. keep coming back to it. love the pose...

this class in my personal top ten. keep coming back to it. love the poses, love the instruction.

Renate
Bay Area, CA
2 months ago

Firefly!

What a fantastic introduction to an amazing "pinnacle" pose! I had never...

What a fantastic introduction to an amazing "pinnacle" pose! I had never seen firefly before and will enjoy aspiring to attain this pose of strength and freedom. With modifications and sensitivity to my own body, this very-much-a-yogi-level-yogi was able to participate in this lovely and challenging class. Thank you, Neesha!

mettebs
Viborg, Denmark
8 months ago

Wonderful!

Finally back after more than a year without yoga due to a broken elbow, ...

Finally back after more than a year without yoga due to a broken elbow, it feels fantastic! Great class - and one day I'll get those poses:-)

mettebs
Viborg, Denmark
8 months ago

Wonderful!

Finally back after more than a year without yoga due to a broken elbow, ...

Finally back after more than a year without yoga due to a broken elbow, it feels fantastic! Great class - and one day I'll get those poses:-)

mettebs
Viborg, Denmark
8 months ago

Wonderful!

Finally back after more than a year without yoga due to a broken elbow, ...

Finally back after more than a year without yoga due to a broken elbow, it feels fantastic! Great class - and one day I'll get those poses:-)

Stephanie Gehrke
8 months ago

Great Class!

This class was amazing! I felt so grounded and open after doing it. Tha...

This class was amazing! I felt so grounded and open after doing it. Thank you.

Emma
8 months ago

1st time yoga

First time I have tried yoga! I thoroughly enjoyed this workout, I feel ...

First time I have tried yoga! I thoroughly enjoyed this workout, I feel like my body has had a really good stretch and it has helped my back open up also.

Emma
8 months ago

1st time yoga

First time I have tried yoga! I thoroughly enjoyed this workout, I feel ...

First time I have tried yoga! I thoroughly enjoyed this workout, I feel like my body has had a really good stretch and it has helped my back open up also.

Sioux
Lake Lure, NC
8 months ago

wonderful

loved the prep work. very challenging, but totally worth it

Stephanie Gehrke
8 months ago

Great Class!

This class was amazing! I felt so grounded and open after doing it. Tha...

This class was amazing! I felt so grounded and open after doing it. Thank you.

Naaz Ali
Canada
8 months ago

Outstanding for all levels!

I loved this class! I allowed for adjustments (more downward dogs and se...

I loved this class! I allowed for adjustments (more downward dogs and setting up for arm balances) since I'm not up to guru level yet. The hip openers felt absolutely divine, and I've been curious to learn how to set up for more advanced asanas, so this was perfect to learn how to open my body up further. I loved it! thank you so much Neesha! <3

Stace
Madison, WI
8 months ago

it went so fast!

I was working but not overworking...enjoying..and then it was savasana!

anna
8 months ago

I loved this class even if the level was a bit to advanced to me, but th...

I loved this class even if the level was a bit to advanced to me, but that gives me motivation to aim a little further next time, great that the relaxation was incorporated in the class!

anna
8 months ago

I loved this class even if the level was a bit to advanced to me, but th...

I loved this class even if the level was a bit to advanced to me, but that gives me motivation to aim a little further next time, great that the relaxation was incorporated in the class!

hathaholistic
8 months ago

worked me to my edge

loved the core work and hip opening preps to help access the arm balancing

hathaholistic
8 months ago

worked me to my edge

loved the core work and hip opening preps to help access the arm balancing

Satya
New Zealand
8 months ago

favorite yet!

adored this class, each pose felt amazing... first time i've felt real j...

adored this class, each pose felt amazing... first time i've felt real joy in yoga for awhile.... thank you neesha :)

HJF
Canada
8 months ago

Too advanced for me - but still a great class!

I'm not at this level yet; but I just modified as needed. Great inspirat...

I'm not at this level yet; but I just modified as needed. Great inspirations shared throughout the class and thank you for allowing for meditation time at the end. I wish all classes ended with 5 minutes of meditation to fully benefit from the yoga.

tinksweeney
akron, OH
8 months ago

a class everyone can benefit from!!!

Both body and mind feel great! I have been doing Yogatoday for over a ye...

Both body and mind feel great! I have been doing Yogatoday for over a year now, but don't yet consider myself a guru, but thought I would give it a try. I was not quite able to do the arm balances, but I played around with "crow pose" and I conquered it!! Also really liked hearing Neesha's opening message,and great words through out the class. Thanks Neesha!And thanks Yoga Today

tinksweeney
akron, OH
8 months ago

a class everyone can benefit from!!!

Both body and mind feel great! I have been doing Yogatoday for over a ye...

tinksweeney
akron, OH
8 months ago

a class everyone can benefit from!!!

Both body and mind feel great! I have been doing Yogatoday for over a ye...

lowfat_jellydoughnut
8 months ago

I DID IT!

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I...

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I finally got grasshopper! Neesha is an amazing instructor. This is the first time I'm actually considering buying a video. lol

lowfat_jellydoughnut
8 months ago

I DID IT!

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I...

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I finally got grasshopper! Neesha is an amazing instructor. This is the first time I'm actually considering buying a video. lol

lowfat_jellydoughnut
8 months ago

I DID IT!

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I...

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I finally got grasshopper! Neesha is an amazing instructor. This is the first time I'm actually considering buying a video. lol

lowfat_jellydoughnut
8 months ago

I DID IT!

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I...

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I finally got grasshopper! Neesha is an amazing instructor. This is the first time I'm actually considering buying a video. lol

lowfat_jellydoughnut
8 months ago

I DID IT!

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I...

This practice is amazing. My hips are open, my balance is awesome, and I finally got grasshopper! Neesha is an amazing instructor.

jody
Norway
9 months ago

Yummy x5

Emily
Portland, OR
1 year ago

Inspiring!

I am definitely not a guru, but once again with Neesha's expert guidance...

I am definitely not a guru, but once again with Neesha's expert guidance I was able to come into a pose that at the beginning of the class I didn't think was possible! Although grasshopper is still out of my reach, side crow now seems possible and I know before too long I'll be doing grasshopper with ease! Thank you Neesha!!

kmac
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
1 year ago

Amazing Cues. It felt like flying!

Neesha, I loved your cues to widen and lighten the pelvis. It just click...

Neesha, I loved your cues to widen and lighten the pelvis. It just clicked, and I experienced such a light, elevated bakasana, and was actually able to lift into firefly for a bit :). I`ve really enjoyed your guidance and ability to use language to help expand and align.

kmac
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
1 year ago

Amazing Cues. It felt like flying!

Neesha, I loved your cues to widen and lighten the pelvis. It just click...

kmac
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
1 year ago

Amazing Cues. It felt like flying!

Neesha, I loved your cues to widen and lighten the pelvis. It just click...

kissthesky
Incline Village, NV
1 year ago

I'm sold

This free class was worth the cost of a years membership. I've never exp...

This free class was worth the cost of a years membership. I've never experienced such hip opening before and it hasn't been for lack of trying. I had my doubts about internet yoga, but those have been dispelled after holding grasshopper solid for the first time. Thank you Neesha for the wonderful guidance through our practice. Namaste.

kissthesky
Incline Village, NV
1 year ago

I'm sold

This free class was worth the cost of a years membership. I've never exp...

kissthesky
Incline Village, NV
1 year ago

I'm sold

This free class was worth the cost of a years membership. I've never exp...

dianna1271
Brooklyn, NY
1 year ago

A good and challenging class! Thank you.

dianna1271
Brooklyn, NY
1 year ago

A good and challenging class! Thank you.

Sarita
1 year ago

Great flow

The sequence, flow and rhythm are great.

Barbara
Murrayville, GA
1 year ago

Lovely, challenging, and wonderful

Thank you Neesha! Your genuine gratitude and sincerity of expression was...

Thank you Neesha! Your genuine gratitude and sincerity of expression was wonderful to witness and practice to. Namaste.

Bridget
1 year ago

Awesome

I can't believe I havent done this one since it came out. Really lovely ...

I can't believe I havent done this one since it came out. Really lovely expression from Neesha. The hip opening is enough to make a lovely class on its own even without the arm balances.

amy
Kapaau, HI
1 year ago

Grateful

I am so thankful for these incredible classes right in my home. My 4-ye...

I am so thankful for these incredible classes right in my home. My 4-year-old is running around and I'm able to focus and have a wonderful yoga experience. Mahalo!

amy
Kapaau, HI
1 year ago

Grateful

I am so thankful for these incredible classes right in my home. My 4-ye...

I am so thankful for these incredible classes right in my home. My 4-year-old is running around and I'm able to focus and have a wonderful yoga experience. Mahalo!

amy
Kapaau, HI
1 year ago

Grateful

I am so thankful for these incredible classes right in my home. My 4-ye...

I am so thankful for these incredible classes right in my home. My 4-year-old is running around and I'm able to focus and have a wonderful yoga experience. Mahalo!

Mary Swank
St. Cloud, MN
1 year ago

Crow on!!

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winkin...

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winking at me and I'm winkling back!

Mary Swank
St. Cloud, MN
1 year ago

Crow on!!

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winkin...

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winking at me and I'm winkling back!

Mary Swank
St. Cloud, MN
1 year ago

Crow on!!

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winkin...

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winking at me and I'm winkling back!

Mary Swank
St. Cloud, MN
1 year ago

Crow on!!

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winkin...

Great practice! I still can't "do" side crow, but who cares? It's winking at me and I'm winkling back!

Lidia Pe�alver
Fort Lauderdale, FL
1 year ago

AMAZING

Loved it! I feel so open on my hips. I feel relax and very gummy. I just...

Loved it! I feel so open on my hips. I feel relax and very gummy. I just felt a little confused with the fire flight feet. It was funny. Laughed and enjoyed it very much. Thank you Neesha.

tamda
NY
1 year ago

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

gardenpoet
winsted, CT
1 year ago

Emily
1 year ago

Favorite class!

This class focused on my two favorite things: arm balances and hip opene...

This class focused on my two favorite things: arm balances and hip openers. LOVED it!

abbybaby
Canada
1 year ago

An EXCELLENT practice!

abbybaby
Canada
1 year ago

An EXCELLENT practice!

abbybaby
Canada
1 year ago

An EXCELLENT practice!

abbybaby
Canada
1 year ago

An EXCELLENT practice!

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

Tammie L. Folkers
Savannah, GA
1 year ago

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How...

As a yogi that's always looking for a challenge, I loved this class! How awesome that you included more advanced poses in your free featured class! Thanks so very much!!

amyb_714
1 year ago

My first time to experience parsva bakasana! Awesome!

amyb_714
1 year ago

My first time to experience parsva bakasana! Awesome!

Miller4949
Fort Collins, CO
1 year ago

I feel so strong now!

Thanks, Neesha, for another wonderful class!

RJ
1 year ago

Fun class and challenging!

I thought this class was really creative, fun and challenging all at the...

I thought this class was really creative, fun and challenging all at the same time. Thank you.

Nahid Khilji
Bethesda, MD
1 year ago

Excellent class!

unfortunately the streaming is bad.

Nahid Khilji
Bethesda, MD
1 year ago

Excellent class!

unfortunately the streaming is bad.

charlin
Sharbot lake, Canada
1 year ago

great in Turks and Caicos!

A little more advanced from our usual yoga but...a great challenge and f...

A little more advanced from our usual yoga but...a great challenge and fun. We always learn something. Thank you.

charlin
Sharbot lake, Canada
1 year ago

great in Turks and Caicos!

A little more advanced from our usual yoga but...a great challenge and f...

A little more advanced from our usual yoga but...a great challenge and fun. We always learn something. Thank you.

charlin
Sharbot lake, Canada
1 year ago

great in Turks and Caicos!

A little more advanced from our usual yoga but...a great challenge and f...

A little more advanced from our usual yoga but...a great challenge and fun. We always learn something. Thank you.

janey's voice
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Loved it here in London

Loved it here in London. Blessings xxxx

janey's voice
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Loved it here in London

Loved it here in London. Blessings xxx

janey's voice
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Loved it here in London

Loved it here in London. Blessings xxx

janey's voice
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Loved it here in London

Loved it here in London. Blessings xxx

janey's voice
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Loved it here in London

Loved it here in London. Blessings xxx

janey's voice
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Loved it here in London

Loved it here in London. Blessings xxx

janey's voice
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Loved it here in London

Loved it here in London. Blessings xxx

Dennis
Kailua Kona, HI
1 year ago

amour

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE !!!!!

beth
1 year ago

thanks!

so wonderful..thanks for sharing

beth
1 year ago

thanks!

so wonderful..thanks for sharing

Deeda
1 year ago

Something to aspire to

It took many practices before I was ever able to do side crow but it's v...

It took many practices before I was ever able to do side crow but it's very empowering once it happens. With that in mind I am now working toward Firefly!

Deeda
1 year ago

Something to aspire to

It took many practices before I was ever able to do side crow but it's v...

It took many practices before I was ever able to do side crow but it's very empowering once it happens. With that in mind I am now working toward Firefly!

Deeda
1 year ago

Something to aspire to

It took many practices before I was ever able to do side crow but it's v...

It took many practices before I was ever able to do side crow but it's very empowering once it happens. With that in mind I am now working toward Firefly!

BessLovesYoga
Boston, MA
1 year ago

Thank you

BessLovesYoga
Boston, MA
1 year ago

Thank you

BessLovesYoga
Boston, MA
1 year ago

jeremy
shamokin, PA
1 year ago

Neesha Rocks It Again

Awesome class as usual, Neesha! That folding twisted pigeon was new and...

Awesome class as usual, Neesha! That folding twisted pigeon was new and amazing for me. A pose I will definitely be using in the future. Thank you a million times.

ellamental
Dallas, GA
1 year ago

Foundation

Neesha what an awesome class that builds a great foundation for the arm ...

Neesha what an awesome class that builds a great foundation for the arm balances. Most times I cannot get into an arm balance for very many breathes but because of the great prep work I was able to hold much longer without compromising my breath. Thanks this class was a great confidence builder.

ellamental
Dallas, GA
1 year ago

Foundation

Neesha what an awesome class that builds a great foundation for the arm ...

LindaH
Lancaster, NY
1 year ago

Great!

This class made me feel amazing, from the inside out! Thanks Neesha!

Aimee
United Kingdom
1 year ago

Thank you!

Wow, I will add my praise and appreciation for this class and for Neesha...

Wow, I will add my praise and appreciation for this class and for Neesha. I loved it. I am not an advanced yogi, but I embarked on the class with an open mind, listening to my body, and I learned so much, and was able to do more than I expected, and loved watching you both do firefly!! Something to look forward to. Again, many, many thanks. Namaste.

mariamosh
Sweden
1 year ago

One of the best classes I tried

Thanks a million, Neesha, for this wonderful class! Although I am weak i...

Thanks a million, Neesha, for this wonderful class! Although I am weak in arm balances, I totally enjoyed this class. Very nice composed and one of the top 10 yoga classes I've ever trried at Yoga Today through the years.

mariamosh
Sweden
1 year ago

One of the best classes I tried

Thanks a million, Neesha, for this wonderful class! Although I am weak i...

mariamosh
Sweden
1 year ago

One of the best classes I tried

Thanks a million, Neesha, for this wonderful class! Although I am weak i...

Speedwell
Sweden
1 year ago

Wow!!

Thanks a million for this practice! It really released something inside ...

Thanks a million for this practice! It really released something inside me and at some points I felt like I could really fly. I'm definitely not "guru" but you made it possible! It was amazing!

K_Swerd
Lugano, Switzerland
1 year ago

Woohoo*

Great class!!!! Very different and great way to finish the day. Thanks

K_Swerd
Lugano, Switzerland
1 year ago

Woohoo*

Great class!!!! Very different and great way to finish the day. Thanks

K_Swerd
Lugano, Switzerland
1 year ago

Woohoo*

Great class!!!! Very different and great way to finish the day. Thanks

Gabby
Mexico
1 year ago

Tnks

It is a great practice. Tnks

Gabby
Mexico
1 year ago

Tnks

It is a great practice. Tnks

cbwarman
san diego, CA
1 year ago

So cool!

Neesha's instruction here is amazing. I am usually flopping on my head d...

Neesha's instruction here is amazing. I am usually flopping on my head doing any arm balances beyond crow. I am not at guru level, but I really felt lucky to participate in this class. I know it's an old one, but if you're reading this Neesha, thank you!!

cbwarman
san diego, CA
1 year ago

So cool!

Neesha's instruction here is amazing. I am usually flopping on my head d...

cbwarman
san diego, CA
1 year ago

So cool!

Neesha's instruction here is amazing. I am usually flopping on my head d...

cbwarman
san diego, CA
1 year ago

So cool!

Neesha's instruction here is amazing. I am usually flopping on my head d...

Milene
1 year ago

Wonderful class Neesha!!!!

Milene
1 year ago

Wonderful class Neesha!!!!

Milene
1 year ago

Wonderful class Neesha!!!!

Milene
1 year ago

Wonderful class Neesha!!!!

Milene
1 year ago

Wonderful class Neesha!!!!

Milene
1 year ago

Wonderful class Neesha!!!!

saltine
Canada
1 year ago

Another amazing class!

Thank you Neesha! I was hesitant about the class because it was guru, bu...

Thank you Neesha! I was hesitant about the class because it was guru, but I learned a lot. Once again, you have enhanced my practice. Thank you!!

saltine
Canada
1 year ago

Another amazing class!

Thank you Neesha! I was hesitant about the class because it was guru, bu...

Thank you Neesha! I was hesitant about the class because it was guru, but I learned a lot. Once again, you have enhanced my practice. Thank you!!

Julie
PA
1 year ago

Side crow and Firefly

Great prep for these twisted arm balances. Loved the method to get into ...

Great prep for these twisted arm balances. Loved the method to get into sideways crow...hands are placed perpendicular to the feet, instead of parallel. It was a little scary because you have to twist up into it, but I found it much easier this way :) The key to firefly is to press the arm and foot into each other, much like you would in tree. I managed it on one side! This class is also a good prep for flying crow, which Neesha teaches in another class. You could try that if you have sideways crow down, but aren't ready for firefly yet.

ellie
Los Angeles, CA
1 year ago

That felt wonderful - Thank you!!

I'm not a guru, but I was still able to enjoy the session very much. Jus...

I'm not a guru, but I was still able to enjoy the session very much. Just what I needed. :)

Emma
1 year ago

Excellent class

Just what I needed. Thank you so much Neesha x x x

ApplePieT
1 year ago

Very advanced (for me) but easy to follow

This just in: Apple Pie T is NOT a yoga guru! Since the class is designe...

This just in: Apple Pie T is NOT a yoga guru! Since the class is designed for mpadvanced practitioners, I probably shouldn't review it at all. I am, however, optimistic enough to have tried this lesson anyway. The instruction was clear thorough enough that I made great first passes at poses I have never even seen before. Will definitely give it another go. Thanks for the excellent lesson!

Duncan
1 year ago

success!

great cues and instruction enabled me to do sideways crow for the first ...

great cues and instruction enabled me to do sideways crow for the first time in more than 5 years doing yoga. onward and upward! thanks neesha!

blue_sky
Germany
1 year ago

With Neesha, everything's easy

Anything's feasible if Neesha explains it. And if I can't do it now, I k...

Anything's feasible if Neesha explains it. And if I can't do it now, I know that a) I will one day and b) it's perfectly alright that I don't right now and I have plenty of time to get there. Thanks.

Elizabeth
1 year ago

Just what I needed to feel good, thank you.

loreto
santiago, Chile
1 year ago

fantastic class!!

Thanks first to all the crew and particulary to Neesha in this inspi...

Thanks first to all the crew and particulary to Neesha in this inspiring , uplifting and challenging class!!

laurie.wachter@comcast.net
MN
1 year ago

Great class

I think this is the 2nd time I've practiced with Neesha in this class. ...

I think this is the 2nd time I've practiced with Neesha in this class. This is such a wonderful class! Anusara makes great sense to my body. Thanks, Neesha, for your wonderful direction and to Yoga Today for continuing to bring us practices like this one.

martha
M�xico City, Mexico
1 year ago

I very much enjoyed the class and the challlenges

It allowed me to rediscover Neesha. Many thanks, the yogatoday team is t...

It allowed me to rediscover Neesha. Many thanks, the yogatoday team is the best yoga studio I have ever found. I am very greatful. Love.

pasmanpasman
Cambridge, Canada
1 year ago

You are all amazing

This was a real challenge for me!!! I did attempt many of the twists, bu...

This was a real challenge for me!!! I did attempt many of the twists, but I am no where near doing any of the arm balances. It is nice to see you all do it. Perhapes one day.........................................

Shade
United Kingdom
1 year ago

Happy Crow

Yay. I couldn't do any of the complicated balances, but managed to hold ...

Yay. I couldn't do any of the complicated balances, but managed to hold the crow for the longest time ever! Thanks Neesha :)

lfkissinger
1 year ago

poor connection/great video

new to yogatoday. made it to around 16/17 mins and video stopped! my int...

new to yogatoday. made it to around 16/17 mins and video stopped! my internet connection is fin. great video, i wanted to start my day with it :(

JennK
London, United Kingdom
1 year ago

Amazing!! Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

Jackie Schmoll
Melbourne, FL
1 year ago

erngizing, focusing, and warming

thank you Neesha for this perfectly challenging class. I feel the energ...

thank you Neesha for this perfectly challenging class. I feel the energy now throughout my body and feel like I had a treat in your class. I wasn't able to get the arm balances and was wondering how far i need to twist in order to get into the right position. Thanks again!

Jackie Schmoll
Melbourne, FL
1 year ago

erngizing, focusing, and warming

thank you Neesha for this perfectly challenging class. I feel the energ...

Jackie Schmoll
Melbourne, FL
1 year ago

erngizing, focusing, and warming

thank you Neesha for this perfectly challenging class. I feel the energ...

3uisun
1 year ago

You are my rock star!!! you powered me with love. Thanks

Melissa B
Destin, FL
1 year ago

keep the guru in the freebie

I'm not a guru but I loved the challenge and actually got pretty close o...

I'm not a guru but I loved the challenge and actually got pretty close on some of those tough poses. Neesha is wonderful!!

Lalana
GA
1 year ago

Neesha Is Sunshine

Neesha makes me smile with her sweetness. Helps in the more challenging...

Neesha makes me smile with her sweetness. Helps in the more challenging parts to smile:)

crick
Irak
1 year ago

downloading

when is the perfect time to download these free classes i like to have t...

when is the perfect time to download these free classes i like to have them around just in case....

judy3041
OR
1 year ago

Fantastic!!!

I love this class. It is great physically and mentally. Love the them...

I love this class. It is great physically and mentally. Love the theme! For those who are having problems with streaming - don't forget to try clearing your cache and then closing and reopening your browser - one a week at a minimum. That always works for me on this site when the videos stop. Also run a disk cleanup every so often. All those temporary files do interfere with streaming on some sites and can slow down the browser in general. Thanks, Neesha, for a wonderful class!

Gloria Siry
Florence, KY
1 year ago

Love Yoga Today

Unlike Allen who believes there should not be guru for the free class I ...

Unlike Allen who believes there should not be guru for the free class I disagree. I love pushing my edge and I love watching someone complete something I yet have to accomplish. I think Yoga Today does it just right. Keep the guru in the free class now and then we all are not beginners we have been with you a long while :) Suprema...glo kentucky

christine
1 year ago

Although I am not quite able to do the final arm-balance, I love trying-...

Although I am not quite able to do the final arm-balance, I love trying--and with Neesha's clear instructions, I know that my asana practice will someday evolve to that point. I greatly enjoyed the evolution theme of the class--beginning with how Neesha introduced the concept and then how she really thoroughly developed it throughout class. I will definitely do this class again, and again, and again: ) Thanks!

Lena
Poland
1 year ago

LOVED IT!!!!

sleuthy
1 year ago

Didn't think it would happen to me

Stopped at minute 22. Tried to refresh the page, hit pause and then pla...

Stopped at minute 22. Tried to refresh the page, hit pause and then play several times, and then a message popped up saying the video is now unavailable (my internet connection is fine...I made sure I could stream from other sites). SO frustrating!! The class was great...the beginning of it anyway.

Valerie Herzog
oakland, NJ
1 year ago

Always inspiring

Your classes,Neesha, with clarity, poetry and precision, are always so ...

Your classes,Neesha, with clarity, poetry and precision, are always so wonderful. Thank you!

Allen
1 year ago

appropriate for free class?

I love all your teachings and classes and have done them for years. How...

I love all your teachings and classes and have done them for years. However, in this new Yoga Today arrangement, I do think that free classes should be aimed at new yogis or, at best, "regular" yogis, not gurus. This is definitely a guru class. It's hard for those of us at the begining-intermediate level to use this as more of a gateway to what all of yoga and Yoga Today has to offer. I note that most of the reviews here precede the new arrangement. If this still works for most yogis and yoginis, that's fine and good. My simple request is to consider orienting the free classes toward those of us not "yogis extraordinare" (as mentioned here), but rather as a channel to include and incorporate more of us within your community. Thank you for your consideration.

Amanda
Scotland
1 year ago

Expressions!

Neesha where do you get your expressions from! Kooky and inspiring. Th...

Neesha where do you get your expressions from! Kooky and inspiring. Thank you. Great class.

de dreu
sandyston, NJ
1 year ago

poop....

i rlly wana do this class but cant :-( BLANK SCREEN!

DianaEstelle
over 2 years ago

Pushing boundaries!

This is truly a challenging and engaging guru level class. Neesha build...

This is truly a challenging and engaging guru level class. Neesha builds your strength and prepares your body for side-crow and firefly. I couldn't achieve firefly this time around, but her method of teaching is fun and invigorating and makes me want to try again and again. Will definitely visit this one again! :)

china
Victoria, Canada
over 2 years ago

Expansion!

Thanks Neesha for this practice in evolution! Your instructions were per...

Thanks Neesha for this practice in evolution! Your instructions were perfect. I used to think firefly was impossible for me, but it turned out by drawing in to the pelvic floor and then widening out through the thighs I soared with ease! You are a tremendous teacher and I bow to you!

Jayzey Jay
United Kingdom
over 2 years ago

wowser!

Loved this session. Namaste

Annie
Vineland, NJ
over 2 years ago

Good challenge

I really like Neesha's cueing into the arm balances. I understand them a...

I really like Neesha's cueing into the arm balances. I understand them a little better now.

neytiri
LosAltos, CA
over 2 years ago

Strong and Fun!

I loved your descriptive cues. I couldn't quite hold grasshopper, but I...

I loved your descriptive cues. I couldn't quite hold grasshopper, but I'll keep trying :) Wonderful class for this early morning of Christmas Eve.

Rachel
United Kingdom
over 2 years ago

Loved it!

Thanks Neesha, a wonderful game of twister just before Christmas. Good h...

Thanks Neesha, a wonderful game of twister just before Christmas. Good hip openers and I surprised myself with how far I got with the more advanced arm balances. I usually shy away from Guru rated classes as I find the title intimidating but this was great. Challenging but excellent.

avashia2
Rindge, NH
over 2 years ago

Invigorating

Hips feels great and I love all detailed instruction in how to get into ...

Hips feels great and I love all detailed instruction in how to get into arm balances! I got the last one but can't quite hold it.

Mel
Woodbine, NJ
over 2 years ago

Another great class!

Love the challenge yet simplicity of your cueing. Arm balances are so mu...

Love the challenge yet simplicity of your cueing. Arm balances are so much fun! Thanks!

Michael Munas
Moon Township, PA
over 2 years ago

Great Practice!

I liked the challenges and one day I hope to be able to do the last arm ...

I liked the challenges and one day I hope to be able to do the last arm balance. :) I also enjoyed the extra attention to the relaxation/meditation phase. A very well-balanced practice. Thank you!

ct6700
Willits, CA
over 2 years ago

Inviting and Challenging, Thanks Neesha!

Wilhemina Wong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
over 2 years ago

Another great class

Thank you Neesha and yogatoday for another fun, interesting yet challeng...

Thank you Neesha and yogatoday for another fun, interesting yet challenging class. Namaste.

Helen
United Kingdom
over 2 years ago

Great challenging practice

Loving all these new guru classes. This one has hip openers as well as s...

Loving all these new guru classes. This one has hip openers as well as some arm balances. Great tuition from Neesha as per the norm. This is one to come back to.

Mindy
fort worth, TX
over 2 years ago

LOVED IT!

Thanks Neesha

Maheshwari
Halifax, Canada
over 2 years ago

Fantastic!

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