YOGA & MEDITATION
Mudra & Bandha
Therapy
Subtle yogic techniques, hand gestures and gentle internal locks, taught to refine breath and concentration practices and to support digestion, pelvic health and steadiness.
01WHAT IT IS
मुद्रा · बन्ध · Hand gestures and internal locks that direct energy
Mudras are gestures, most often of the hands, that yoga uses to influence the flow of attention and energy; Bandhas are gentle contractions, of the pelvic floor, the abdomen and the throat, that stabilise the body during pranayama and meditation. Both are subtle, require no flexibility, and add depth to the breathing and meditation practices you already have.
They are taught to guests who have a basic practice, with particular use in digestive, pelvic-floor and concentration concerns.
02HOW IT IS DONE AT AROGYA
- 01
Assessment of your existing breath and meditation practice.
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Selected mudras are taught and held during seated practice.
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Bandhas are introduced gently, one at a time, with the breath.
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The techniques are folded into your daily practice.
03BENEFITS
- Deepens pranayama and meditation
- Supports pelvic floor tone and digestion
- Improves steadiness and concentration
- Requires no flexibility
Often suited to
- Guests with an existing practice
- Digestive and pelvic-floor support
- Concentration and mental steadiness
- The monthly yoga package
Please tell us first
- Bandhas are avoided in pregnancy, hernia, ulcers and high blood pressure
- Taught only after basic breath practice is comfortable
- Please mention abdominal or pelvic surgery
04WHAT TO EXPECT
Quiet, precise instruction. The effects are subtle at first and cumulative with practice.
This page is educational and describes the therapy as traditionally practised. It is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified practitioner. Suitability, preparation and duration are confirmed individually at Arogya Retreatt. Content reviewed September 2026.
05QUESTIONS
Common questions about Mudra & Bandha Therapy.
Do I need to be advanced?
You need a comfortable basic breath practice, which can be learnt in a few sessions. Beyond that, no.