Greetings, my lovely Yogis, Yoginis, and Yoga teachers. I’m George Watts, a BWY yoga teacher and creator of the Online Yoga Lesson Planner.
In this post you’ll discover how to guide your students into a deeper, more restorative Savasana. In this 12-minute video, you’ll learn simple ways to enhance relaxation and help your students fully surrender into the pose.
But that’s not all.
Below are seven essential modifications for teaching a deeply restorative Savasana.
7 Essential Modifications for Teaching a Deeply Restorative Savasana
- Bolster Under the Knees – Placing a bolster or rolled blanket under the knees relieves lower back tension and promotes spinal alignment.
- Elevated Legs on a Chair – Resting the legs on a chair or yoga blocks helps improve circulation and reduces pressure on the lower back.
- Side-Lying Savasana – Lying on one side with a pillow between the knees is a great option for pregnant students or those with lower back discomfort.
- Blanket Over the Body – Covering the body with a blanket provides warmth and enhances relaxation, especially in cooler environments.
- Eye Pillow or Mask – Placing an eye pillow over the eyes helps block out light, reduces tension, and encourages deeper relaxation.
- Wall-Supported Savasana – Resting the legs up against a wall (Viparita Karani variation) can help relieve swelling in the legs and improve circulation.
- Hands on the Belly or Heart – Placing one hand on the belly and one on the heart helps cultivate mindfulness and deepen the connection to the breath.
