Techniques and Benefits Of Yoga For Dancers

According to Abhinaya Darpana by Nandikeshwara, how many Antah Pranaah (inner qualities) are there?

• 6

• 24

• 12

• 10

Answer explanation

According to the Abhinaya Darpana of Nandikeswara, the important inner qualities of the dancer (Antah Prana) are as follows:

1. JAVAH – Youthfulness and speed   

2. STHIRATVAM – Steadiness

3. REKHA-Symmetry                      

4. BHRAMARI – Versatility and circular movement

5. DRISHTI – Glances of the eyes     

6. ASHRAMAHA – Ease and timelessness

7. MEDHA - Intelligence                  

8. SHRADDHA – Dedication and interest

9. VACHO – Clear speech                 

10. GEETAM – Capacity of singing

Which of the following is NOT an essential physical quality needed for dancing?

• Strength

• Balance

• Concentration

• Good Costume

Answer explanation

The following  physical qualities are essential for the dancer at all stages of their artistic career.

•Strength, balance and concentration

•Stamina and endurance

•Buoyancy and relaxation

•Carriage and center of gravity

Practicing Yoga Poses which need Balance improves _______

• Center of Gravity

• Eye Movements

• Relaxation

Answer explanation

Repeated practice of balancing poses on right and left sides as well as from different positions such as supine, prone, and the topsy turvy poses, the center of gravity is improved and this leads to a perfect positioning of the body in performance of the various items.

What does regular practice of Yoga help the dancer avoid?

• Muscle and joint problems

• Dance performances

• Practicing dance

• None of these

Answer explanation

A regular practice of yoga helps the dancer

avoid hip, back, shoulder, back, and knee related

problems that are rampant in the modern dance

 world.

What does frequent practice of Yoga lead to?

• Awareness of Body

• Awareness of Mind

• Awareness of Emotions

• Awareness of Dance forms

Answer explanation

We become aware  of the body through Asanas.

We become aware of the emotions through

Pranayama and thorough the meditative practices

we can become aware of the mind.

What does regular practice of Yoga as a way of life NOT lead to?

• Right thought

• Right Action

• Right Attitude

• Right Answers

Answer explanation

The regular practice of yoga as a ‘Way of Life’

 helps reduce the levels of physical, mental  and

emotional stress. The lays emphasis on right

thought right action, right reaction and right attitude.

______ is a firm, comfortable static posture

acquired by a performer

• Aasana

• Mudra

• Bhangi

• Sthanaka

Answer explanation

An aasana is a firm, comfortable static posture

acquired by a performer. An aasana demands

 utmost concentration, slow and steady breathing,

correct and comfortable initial posture and a

high degree of discipline.

Which of the following is a relaxing aasana?

• Shavaasana

• Vrikshaasana

• Dandaasana

• Pavanmukthaasana

Answer explanation

Shavaasana (“ Corpse pose” , alternately spelled

Shavaasana, and also known an mrta-asana) is a

 yoga asana often used to begin and conclude a

yoga session. It is a relaxing posture intended to

rejuvenate body, mind and spirit. Shavaasana is a

 good way to reduce stress and tension.

Which Aasana strengthens knee and ankles?

• Vrikshaasana

• Dandaasana

• Trikonaasana

• Paadahasthaasana

Answer explanation

Vrikshaasana the static posture of a tree increases

ones focus, balance, memory and concentrate, while

 it strengthens the knees and ankles.