Asana Digest Overview

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

The focus of Asana Digests is teaching specific poses. This support presumes you’re aware of the groundwork and teaching support here: Asana Category – Arm Balancing Poses.

Poses Overview

Eka Pada Galavasana

“eka” = one
“pada” = foot or leg
“Galava” = name of sage
Flying Pigeon
One Legged Pose Dedicated to Sage Galava

Heart of Pose

• Arm Balance
• Hip Stretch

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