# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mindful Backbending – A Heart Opening Practise
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Backbends are the most energising and uplifting of all the yoga asanas. They help to keep the spine supple as well as opening the chest and heart, increasing breath capacity. 
Yet many of us struggle with backbends and find them physically tricky. Opening the chest can feel vulnerable - like exposing the heart. And breathing deeply while bending backwards isn't easy either.

It often does not really matter whether you are flexible or stiff in your spine. 

Most back bending movements require a combination of strength, stamina and flexibility. It is the openness in hips, shoulders and the upper back that brings you to a safe, confident and enjoyable back bending sequence. 

The primary series in Ashtanga yoga offers a wonderful tool to achieve all of the above.

In this workshop, we are exploring the art and the basics of back bending using a combination of primary and intermediate series from the Ashtanga yoga sequence.

To develop your backbend practice we will:
* Work against the force of gravity
* Strengthen the back muscles and abdominals
* Create space in front of your body, through the ribcage
* Expand the chest
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/reading/mindful-backbending-a-heart-opening-practise/200029760764206
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Reading
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: 3-5 Cremyll Road, RG1 8NQ Reading, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.46326
- **long**: -0.98361
- **full address**: 3-5 Cremyll Road, RG1 8NQ Reading, United Kingdom, Reading, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mindful Backbending – A Heart Opening Practise being held?
  - **A:** Mindful Backbending – A Heart Opening Practise takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am at 3-5 Cremyll Road, RG1 8NQ Reading, United Kingdom, Reading, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mindful Backbending – A Heart Opening Practise?
  - **A:** Mindful Backbending – A Heart Opening Practise is organized by Yoga Reading.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mindful Backbending – A Heart Opening Practise is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Reading, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Mindful Backbending – A Heart Opening Practise sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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