Abstract: A yoga prop to assist a yoga practitioner in performing a backbend include a gripping platform having a notch for the practitioner's head, a first side attached the gripping platform, and a second side attached to the gripping platform, wherein the first and second sides provide a height and a depth for the yoga prop. Slits can be placed in the gripping platform for performing exercises using straps or rubber bands. The yoga prop can also have a back piece and additional features. A plurality of such yoga props can form a multitier yoga prop to assist yoga practitioners in performing backbends. A plurality of brackets can be used to support the plurality of yoga props in the multitier prop.