Basic Tantra Techniques: The Art Of Tantra Mudras Or Positions

Tantra mudras are positions that are exercises in themselves. We start with Tantra Shashankasam. Remember to have a qualified teacher guide you as you initially attempt this powerful position.

To begin this Tantra exercise, sit on your knees with palms on thighs. Close eyes and relax, but keep spine and head straight.

Inhale deeply and lift arms above head, keeping them straight and shoulder-width apart. As you breathe out, bend forward from the hips, keeping arms and head in a straight line. In this stage of the exercise, hands and forehead should eventually rest on the floor in front of your knees. Bend your elbows, so that arms are fully relaxed and hold for five seconds.

Then inhale and slowly raise arms and body back to the upright position.

Exhale and return your palms to the top of your thighs. Repeat 3-5 times. After doing it for 5-6 times, relax and imagine a ball of golden light before you for 15 minutes.

Once this stage of the exercise is completed, you should proceed to Tantra Parvatasanam. This technique will strengthen the nerves and muscles in your arms and legs, and stimulate circulation in the upper spine.

Kneel on raised heels and stretch your arms forward so your forehead is on the floor. Breathe deeply and relax for a few seconds. Raise yourself on to your hands and knees, keeping your toes tucked under and your back flat.

Inhale and push up onto your toes. Raise your buttocks and lower your head between your arms. Your back and legs should form two sides of a triangle.

Exhale, rest your feet on the floor and try to touch the floor with the top of your head. Hold this position of the exercise for 10 seconds.

It is extremely important that you obtain expert guidance from an experienced, authentic teacher while practicing these ancient Tantra mudras. Remember that by practicing these positions, you are fundamentally inviting powerful forces of self-realization into your life. When these ancient Tantra techniques are practiced under expert supervision, they have the potential to change your life to the core.