Modified Sun Salutations for Beginners

Learn how to adapt Sun Salutations A & B to suit your body and your breath.

In this 25-minute tutorial, you’ll be guided through breath-centered variations of Surya Namaskara A and B—the foundational movements of many yoga traditions. You’ll explore accessible options for strength-building, mobility, and nervous system support—without strain or overexertion.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Skip or simplify postures when needed

  • Use knee-down variations for stability and ease

  • Choose cobra instead of upward-facing dog

  • Move in rhythm with your breath, not against it

This practice is perfect for:

  • Beginners and brand-new students

  • Those returning to practice after time away

  • Anyone looking to build confidence in vinyasa transitions

A core part of the Breath-Centered Foundations Series, this tutorial supports a sustainable and responsive approach to movement.

Start where you are. Let your breath lead.

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