Inversions Sirsha family
Moordhasana
Crown-of-the-head pose
An advanced posture that combines inversion, forward bending, stretch, strength and balance.
FamilyInversions
LevelIntermediate (YCB Level 2)
AwarenessSahasrara chakra
Technique
- Stand with the feet about a metre apart.
- Bend forward from the hips and place the hands in front of the feet, the weight evenly distributed.
- Place the crown of the head on the floor between the hands.
- Raise the arms and hold one wrist behind the back.
- Raise the heels and balance on the head and toes. Hold as long as comfortable.
- Bring the hands down, lower the heels, inhale and slowly come up.
- Rest standing until the body regains its equilibrium.
Awareness
Physically on the crown of the head, the neck and spine, the balance and the breath; gradually on Sahasrara chakra.
What it gives
- As for Bhumi Pada Mastakasana.
Precautions
- As for Bhumi Pada Mastakasana.
Learn it with Acharya Lokesh
Intermediate postures are safest when a teacher watches you. Book a free trial session at home in Delhi or online, or take the illustrated guide home.
Text from Acharya Lokesh's handbook Yogasana for Intermediates (Agastya Yoga School, 2022), edited for clarity. General information about a traditional practice, not medical advice: if you have a health condition, are pregnant or recovering from surgery, ask your doctor first.