Small Viparita Dandasana Bench: A New Iyengar Yoga Prop at Ananda Hum

New year, new products. At Ananda Hum, the beginning of the year also marks the expansion of our Iyengar yoga accessories catalog. Among the latest arrivals, I’m happy to introduce a Small Viparita Dandasana Bench in pine wood, now available in the online shop.

A compact bench designed for Iyengar practice

Viparita Dandasana is a demanding backbend that requires clarity, support, and intelligent use of props. This small Viparita Dandasana bench has been designed to offer exactly that: a stable and compact support that helps practitioners explore backbends (as well as forward bends) with confidence and precision.

Its size makes it especially suitable for home practice, smaller studios, or teachers who need practical, easy-to-store props. Used correctly, the bench supports the dorsal spine, encourages lift in the chest, and helps maintain proper alignment without unnecessary strain.

Why use a Viparita Dandasana bench?

In the Iyengar method, props are not shortcuts — they are tools for learning. A bench like this one allows practitioners to:

• Access Viparita Dandasana progressively and safely

• Stay longer in the pose with steadiness and comfort

• Refine alignment in the shoulders, spine, and legs

• Build confidence in backbends while reducing compression

This bench can also be useful for related supported backbends, depending on the teacher’s guidance and the practitioner’s experience.

Natural materials and thoughtful craftsmanship

The bench is made of pine wood, chosen for its strength, lightness, and natural feel. As with all products selected for Ananda Hum, the focus is on functionality, durability, and respect for the practice, rather than unnecessary embellishment.

A growing selection of Iyengar yoga accessories

This small Viparita Dandasana bench is just one of many new Iyengar yoga props recently added to the Ananda Hum online shop. Over the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing more products designed to support precise, mindful, and sustainable yoga practice.

If you are a teacher, dedicated practitioner, or studio owner looking for reliable yoga equipment, I invite you to explore the updated catalog.

👉 View the Small Viparita Dandasana Bench and full details here:
https://ananda-hum.com/products/small-viparita-dandasana-bench-pine-wood

If you have any questions about the bench, its use, or pricing, feel free to get in touch.

About the photos

The photos were taken by Laura at the yoga studio of my friend and skilled Iyengar yoga teacher Elisabeth, located in Sants (Barcelona) — a place where practice, teaching, and attention to detail truly come together.

At Ananda Hum, each product is chosen with care, with the intention of supporting a deep, intelligent, and respectful yoga practice.