Effect of yoga asanas on health and body flexibility in young dancers

Aim. The paper aims to assess the effect of a training program for first-year dancers based on yoga asanas. Methods. The following methods were used: theoretical analysis and review of scientific and methodological literature; pedagogical testing; pedagogical experiment; methods of mathematical statistics. Results. The study showed the possibility of applying yoga asanas not only among athletes but also among dancers. Nowadays, dances are becoming more and more complex, dancers need to be flexible, highly coordinated and feel the rhythm. Conclusion. Our study showed the effectiveness of yoga asanas for stretching in first-year dancers. A beneficial effect of asanas was revealed not only for flexibility but also for health maintenance in young dancers.