This advanced Meditative Posture Class was recorded live at Radiant Well-being Yoga Center in June of 2006. It was led by Yoganand Michael Carroll and recorded and edited by Cher Hunter.

This class is 140 minutes long and was intended for intermediate to advanced students who are familiar with the Pranakriya approach to Hatha Yoga. The class incorporates advanced techniques that are taught in-depth in Pranakriya programs.

A yoga technique may be advanced because it is difficult to practice, such as an advanced asana. A technique may also be advanced because it requires a high level of awareness or discrimination to practice safely. Using breath retention in seated pranayamas and in postures is a traditional technique it Tantric Hatha Yoga that must be thoroughly understood to be practiced safely. Personal instruction from an experienced teacher is essential to safe practice. In Pranariya programs this technique is thoroughly covered in the Asanas as Spiritual Doorways program and for teacher only in Teaching Advanced Pranayama for Pranakriya Yoga Teachers.

Not all yoga instruction is suitable for everyone. To reduce the risk of injury or obtain information on a particular health condition, the listener is advised to consult with a physician before undertaking any of the practices contained in this class. If you experience any negative physical or mental effects, stop practice immediately and seek advice from a physician and/or qualified yoga therapist before continuing practice. Neither Yoganand (Michael Carroll) nor Radiant Well-being Yoga Center shall be liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damage allegedly arising from the use of the information contained in this class.

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Class outline:
Meditation including Dirgha and Ujjayi breathing
Kapalabhati (3x)
Nadi shodhana-anuloma viloma
Crossleg forward bend
Sitting sidestretch with arm circles
Reclining twist
Inclined plane
Bridge
Fish
Side boat
Belly down boat
Childpose
Fire hydrant with variations
Lizard posture
Knee down warrior
Warrior one
Childpose
Down dog with leg lifts
Side warrior
Lateral angle
Down dog
Down dog side kick
Frog pose
Hero with twist and forward bend
Side plank
Eagle leg knee down twist
Relaxation