AY460 Separation in lying with Saika
Source Alexander Yanai Vol 10 Lesson 460 Reel 30, Track 1, Lesson 1 Duration of the recording: 41 minutes Synopsis Through extending the toes with exhale “into the guts”, and exploring associated bending in the body, the student observes increased freedom in the spine and pelvis. The final movement, coming to sit, is a consequence […]
AY304 The foot and its movements in space
Source Alexander Yanai Vol 7 #304 Reel 21, Track 1, Lesson 4 Duration 45 minutes Synopsis Lying face down, with knees bent to ceiling, you explore the ability to maintain the foot flat in relation to the ceiling while turning heels and toes in and out. To clarify this, you draw circles and quarter circles […]
AY383 With holding the knee
Source Alexander Yanai Vol 8 Lesson 383 Reel 25, Track 1, Lesson 4 Duration of the recording: 46 minutes Synopsis This is a continuation of the pillows and swings ATM series (lessons 380-382). Builds upon similar themes. Lesson Outline On back with the legs long. Bring the legs together so feet, knees, thighs touch. How […]
AY495 Arm around in lying
Source Alexander Yanai Vol 10 Reel 32, Track 3, Lesson 1 Duration of the recording: 37 min. Synopsis Lying on your side, making circles with the arm that is on the floor – the ribs and hips flex to allow the elbow/arm to slide under. Significant emphasis on knees being in line with the spine, […]