Staff Pose

Daṇḍāsana is comprised of "Daṇḍa" (staff, rod) and "Āsana" (posture/seat). It refers to a stable posture where the spine is held straight and the legs are extended forward, resembling a stable staff.

This is a foundational seated posture in Yoga, considered crucial as a preparatory pose for many other seated and forward-bending postures. It helps cultivate awareness of the body's central axis and establishes a stable base.

Used in seated warm-ups, transitions between poses, and cool-downs. Students press their sitting bones firmly into the floor, keep both legs together, and point their toes towards the ceiling. If the back tends to round, suggest using a wall for support or placing a cushion under the sitting bones for assistance.