Astavakrasana (Eight Angle) & Eka Hasta Bhujasana (Leg Over Shoulder / Shoulder Pressing) — Overview — for Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers
About this Asana Digest
Poses
Astavakrasana (Eight Angle Pose), and related poses such as Eka Hasta Bhujasana (Leg Over Shoulder Pose)
Naming Confusion
Eka Hasta Bhujasana is sometimes called Shoulder Pressing Pose but also, Bhujapidasana is sometimes referred to as Shoulder Pressing Pose. We refer to Bhujapidasana as Arm Pressure Pose (only), but elsewhere you may see Shoulder Pressing Pose used for that asana or for Eka Hasta Bhujasana.
Objective
Become knowledgeable about the pose and review detailed teaching considerations.
Description
Explain the Sanskrit naming; associated benefits and typical effects; instructions and cues for setting up and practicing the pose; and more teaching considerations.
Prerequisite Knowledge
Asana Digests focus in on teaching specific poses. Please be aware of the groundwork and teaching support here: Asana Category – Arm Balancing Poses
Astavakrasana
“asta” = eight
“vakra” = bent, curved
Eight Angle Pose
Eka Hasta Bhujasana
Eh-kah Ha-stah Boo-JAS-ah-nah
“eka” = one
“hasta” = hand
“bhuja” =arm
Leg Over Shoulder Pose
Also known as: One Leg Over Arm Pose, Elephant’s Trunk Pose & Shoulder Pressing Pose
Heart of the Pose
Asymmetrical Arm Balance
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