Foundational asana
Standing and supported postures such as Tadasana introduce posture, alignment and balance. The range can be changed.
Therapeutic Yoga
Yoga practices adapted to your mobility and health
Movement, breathing and relaxation can be adapted to your experience, mobility and health, with guidance from an instructor.
Traditional practice, adapted
Choose practices that suit your starting point.
Familiar practices such as Tadasana, Vriksha Asana, Surya Namaskar, Shavasana and Pranayama may be included according to your experience, mobility and health. There is no single routine for everyone.
An instructor can adapt or leave out practices to suit your needs. Yoga can complement medical care but does not replace it.
Practice elements
From movement to rest.
A session may use some of these elements. You do not need to complete every traditional practice.
Sequenced movement
Surya Namaskar links movement with breath. It is not suitable for everyone in its standard form and can be adapted or left out.
Rest and recovery
Shavasana is a resting posture. A comfortable resting position can be chosen to suit you.
Pranayama
Breathing practices can be adapted. Forceful breathing or breath holding is not right for everyone.
Getting started
Before you begin.
- 01
Share your health context
Mention injuries, symptoms, movement limits, balance concerns and any medical advice that could affect participation.
- 02
Come ready to move comfortably
Wear comfortable clothing and avoid starting straight after a heavy meal.
- 03
Begin with a gentle warm-up
Start with low-demand movements and follow the instructor rather than attempting advanced poses alone.
- 04
Review what felt manageable
Say what felt comfortable or difficult so the next practice can be adjusted.
Session format and any specific preparation are confirmed when you book.
Go deeper
Three practices in detail.
Yoga asana protocol
The postures named in the protocol, what each is for and which need extra care.
Pranayama
Yogic breathing: what it is, common practices and how to start safely.
Meditation
A simple way to begin, and how to fit it into your day.
Related services: Physician Consultation, Lifestyle Medicine and Behaviour, Stress & Mind.
Safety and suitability
Some traditional postures need extra caution.
Inversions and advanced positions such as Sarvangasana, Halasana, Shirshasana and Mayurasana are not suitable for everyone. Do not attempt them without qualified instruction. Get medical advice first if you have a medical condition, recent injury, pain, balance difficulty or movement limits.
Stop any practice that causes pain, dizziness, breathlessness or other worrying symptoms.
Common questions
Therapeutic Yoga: common questions
Do I have to do the full 20-pose sequence?
No. Practices are chosen to suit you. You are not expected to complete a whole traditional sequence.
Are headstand and shoulder stand required?
No. Demanding postures are not prerequisites, and some people should avoid them. Never attempt them without qualified instruction.
Can beginners take part?
Yes. Tell the instructor you are new so the level and terms can be explained clearly.
Where and when are sessions held?
Location, schedule, group format and any online option are confirmed when you book.
Want to know which practice suits you?
Book an appointment and talk through your health and goals.
This page is general information. Yoga is complementary to medical care and does not diagnose or treat disease or replace prescribed treatment. Stop any practice that causes pain, dizziness or breathlessness.