Eka Pada Galavasana (Flying Pigeon) — Overview — for Yoga Teachers, Yoga Therapists, Health & Wellness Coaches, Holistic Healthcare Providers
About this Asana Digest
Pose
Eka Pada Galavasana (Flying Pigeon / One Legged Pose Dedicated to Sage Galava)
Note
In this pose, the shin of the lower leg is parallel to the front of the mat. In Eka Pada Bakasana (One Legged Crow Pose), the lower shin is parallel to the long side of the mat.
Naming Confusion
Eka Pada Galavasana is sometimes referred to as One Legged Crow. Thus, you may need to clarify the naming conventions when reviewing various sources. Eka Pada Bakasana (One Legged Crow Pose) has the non-flying leg in Crow position.
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.
Eka Pada Galavasana
“eka” = one
“pada” = foot or leg
“Galava” = name of sage
Flying Pigeon
One Legged Pose Dedicated to Sage Galava
Heart of the Pose
- Arm Balance
- Hip Stretch
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