← Home

Firefly Pose

Category: Arm Balance Level: Advanced Sanskrit: Tittibhasana

Step-by-Step Guide

1
Squat with feet wider than hip-width
2
Lean forward and place hands on floor behind feet
3
Hook shoulders behind knees
4
Straighten arms, shift weight into hands
5
Extend legs forward and up
6
Hold for several breaths

Benefits

Advanced arm balance requiring significant core, hip and arm strength. Stretches groins and hamstrings.

Pro Tips

Practice Crow Pose and seated forward bends extensively before attempting Firefly.

Track your yoga progress with our free app

Track Your Yoga Practice →

Looking for gear? Shop Firefly Pose related products:

🛒 Shop on Amazon

FAQ

Q: What poses should I master before Firefly Pose?

Master Crow Pose, forward bends (full forward fold with straight legs), and Boat Pose to build the prerequisite strength and flexibility.

▶ Video Tutorials

Watch step-by-step demonstrations on YouTube.

▶ Watch on YouTube

🧘 Related Poses

Alternate Nostril Breathing Pose Ankle to Knee Pose Balance Sequence Flow