The Lotus Series Padmasana family
Gupta Padmasana
Hidden lotus pose
Gupta means "hidden". The posture gets its name because the lotus position is not visible.
FamilyThe Lotus Series
LevelIntermediate (YCB Level 2)
AwarenessAnahata or Ajna chakra
Technique
- Sit in Padmasana and place the hands on the floor in front of the knees.
- Leaning on the arms, raise the buttocks and stand on the knees.
- Exhale, slowly lean forward and lie down in the prone position, chest and chin on the floor.
- Join the palms behind the back (fingers pointing down or up, hamsa mudra). If possible, touch the back of the head with the middle fingers.
- Close the eyes, relax the whole body and breathe normally.
- Inhale and slowly come back to Padmasana. Repeat with the legs crossed the other way.
Awareness
On relaxing the whole body and mind and on the breath; gradually on Anahata or Ajna chakra.
What it gives
- Helps to correct the posture of the spine.
- Brings peace, stability and emotional balance.
Precautions
- Not for pregnant women, nor for people with knee, lower-back, sciatica or degenerated-disc problems.
Learn it with Acharya Lokesh
Intermediate postures are safest when a teacher watches you. Book a free trial session at home in Delhi or online, or take the illustrated guide home.
Text from Acharya Lokesh's handbook Yogasana for Intermediates (Agastya Yoga School, 2022), edited for clarity. General information about a traditional practice, not medical advice: if you have a health condition, are pregnant or recovering from surgery, ask your doctor first.