The New York Times today profiles a contortion class at the Sankalpah Yoga Studio in Manhattan, taught by accomplished acrobatic performer Jonathan Nosan. "Students spend a good part of the 75 minutes ...

Liberty’s journey to becoming the world’s most flexible girl began at age 10 after overcoming a mysterious breathing difficulty through yoga and movement practice. Training up to five hours a day, she ...

Professional contortionist Leilani Franco squeezes into a suitcase, on May 30, in London, UK. The 29-year-old woman also holds the record for the fastest backbend walk and the fastest contortion roll.

If you have ever wondered what it takes to achieve those extreme back bends and flexible twists and turns seen on stage, a series of workshops in Nicosia and Limassol will reveal the tricks.

Eddie John Browne has quite literally bent over backwards to become a record breaker. The contortionist from Sierra Leone is better known as “Eddie Flexible”, and it’s clear to see why. Eddie, who is ...

Professional contortionists Leilani Franco and Sosina Wogayehu talk about what drew them to this ancient art form and why it’s about much more than being flexible. Show more Kim Chakanetsa explores ...