After a thorough warm-up, we will work on the basics of backbends and how they relate to other poses. We will then focus on correct dropbacks, and how to stand up from a backbend without assistance. The remaining time will cover hand-balancing vinyasa including handstands. This workshop is suitable for anyone practicing backbends, especially dropbacks, and those trying to achieve dropbacks and standing up without assistance, and those who wish to safely deepen their backbends. It would also be very useful for Mysore style class practitioners.