Our Curriculum

Curriculum Of 85 Hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Course

  • Importance of Yoga in Pregnancy
  • Role of a teacher in Prenatal Yoga
  • Different Stages in Pregnancy
  • Understanding & creating the foundation of different Practices
  • How Yoga practices can make your delivery Safe and Smooth?
  • How can Yoga aid in Normal Delivery?
  • Overview of Practices in the various phases of Pregnancy
  • Preparation for conception
  • Knowing your Pregnancy
  • Understanding Fertility Issues and addressing them
  • Miscarriages & Abortion, Complications & Conditions
  • Understanding Safe & Unsafe Practices in various stages of pregnancy
  • Importance of Fetus Talk in Pregnancy
  • Labour and Delivery
  • Modifications of asana with Props/ Restorative Practices/ Modified Slow paced yoga during and after Pregnancy
  • Precaution and Contraindications of Asana
  • Simple Adjustment & Alignment for Pregnancy
  • Practices includes -
    • Warm-up
    • Surya Namaskar
    • Standing Asana
    • Sitting Asana
    • Supine Asana
    • Twisting Asana
    • Kneeling Asana
    • Forward Bending Asana
    • Backward Bending Asana
    • Relaxation
    • Labour Pose for Child Birth
  • Menstrual Cycle & Female reproductive System
  • How Conception happens
  • Fetal development
  • Hormonal Changes during Pregnancy
  • Anatomical and Physiological Changes during 1st, 2nd & 3rd Trimesters of Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy related Complications and conditions
  • Post Partum Physiological Changes
  • Importance of Garbha Samskara
  • Mantra for overall wellbeing of Mother& Fetus
  • Mantra for Overcoming Pain
  • Mantra for Gaining Mental strength
  • Understanding the Bandhas and its importance
  • Understanding the Mudras and its importance
  • Difference between Mudra, Bandha and Kegel Practice
  • Practice of Different Mudras & Bandhas
  • Kegel Practice
  • Incorporating Bandha Practices in Pranayama
  • Incorporating Mudra Practices in Pranayama & Meditation
  • Mudra Practice for Normal Delivery Process
  • Understanding the ancient wisdom and modern science behind prenatal education, focusing on the mental, emotional, and spiritual connection between mother and baby during pregnancy.
  • Learning trimester-specific yoga postures and breathing techniques to support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of both mother and child.
  • Incorporating guided meditations, mantras, and visualizations to foster emotional bonding with the baby, promote positivity, and reduce stress during pregnancy.
  • Trimester-based dietary guidelines and lifestyle practices from Ayurveda to maintain balance, promote healthy fetal development, and strengthen maternal health.
  • Techniques to build a conscious, spiritual bond with the unborn baby, including positive affirmations, self-reflection, and partner involvement for holistic prenatal care.
  • Why Pranayama is Important during Pregnancy
  • Therapeutic aspect of Pranayama
  • How the various Pranayama in the 3 trimester phase, helps a mother to find balance
  • How Pranayama takes care of Hormonal changes in Body
  • Learning Different techniques of Pranayama with variations
  • How to prepare the body for labour through breath awareness
  • Why Meditation is Important in Pregnancy
  • Understanding the benefit of Meditation in different trimesters
  • Different Techniques of Meditation and practices
  • Visualization aspect of Meditation during pregnancy
  • Introduction to Yoga Nidra
  • Importance of Yoga Nidra during Pregnancy
  • Different Techniques of Yoga Nidra
  • Practices during different stages of pregnancy
  • Nutrients that help during Pregnancy, post-delivery and breastfeeding
  • Foods to avoid and include in your diet during pregnancy
  • Understanding your own Doshas (Prakriti)
  • Understanding the tastes and its effect on your body
  • Ayurvedic herbs information which can be adapted during pregnancy
  • How Lifestyle plays a vital role in pregnancy
  • 8 Limbs of Yoga
  • Panch Kosha and its impact on Pregnancy
  • 4 Pillars which impact a baby – Food, Sleep, Sex and Fear
  • How do you connect with your Baby before and after birth?
  • Postnatal Care of New Mother and Baby
  • PPD – Post Partum Depression and its Solution
  • Various practices to reconnect with your body after delivery
  • How slowly get into Postnatal Practices to build up strength and stamina in the body back to normal
  • Trimester specific lesson plans
  • Discussion about General sequencing
  • Guidelines for Yoga asanas, modifications, and contraindications
  • Teaching Practices
  • Assessments/Group Discussions/Case Study/Videos

Curriculum Of 100 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

Below is a detailed syllabus outlining the educational categories, minimum contact hours, and specific topics covered in each category.

  • History of Ashtanga Vinyasa
  • Sun Salutation A & B
  • Standing Postures
  • Sitting Postures
  • Finishing Postures
  • Closing Postures
  • History
  • Meaning of Hatha
  • Surya Namaskar
  • Chandra Namaskar
  • Forward bending asanas
  • Back bending asanas
  • Twisting asanas
  • Lateral bending asanas
  • Balancing asanas
  • Inversions
  • Shavasana
  • Benefits and contraindications of asanas
  • Prana and Pranayama
  • Ida, Pingala and Sushumna
  • Yogic breathing
  • Seven major pranayama practices
  • Meditation: Meaning and scope
  • Types of meditation
  • Breath Awareness
  • Mantra Chanting
  • Visualisation
  • Dynamic Meditation
  • Chakra Meditation
  • Moving into a pose and coming out
  • Common mistakes of poses
  • Anatomical deviations
  • Alignment and enhancement
  • Hands on adjustment
  • Use of props
  • Aesthetics of adjustment
  • Musculo-skeletal system
  • Major bones and joints
  • Major muscles involved in asanas
  • Understanding mobility and flexibility
  • Types of muscle contraction
  • Types of joint movements
  • Biomechanics of movements
  • Contraindications, misalignments, adaptations
  • Nervous system
  • Respiratory system
  • Cardiovascular system
  • Meaning of Yoga
  • History of Yoga
  • Atma and Paramatma
  • Pancha kosha
  • Chakras
  • Nadis
  • Types of Yoga
  • Patanjali’s Ashtanga Yoga
  • Introduction of Shat Kriyas
  • Jalneti
  • Sutra Neti (Cleansing Mucus or blockages from nasal passages and sinus)
  • Kunjal Kriya (Cleansing the excessive mucus from the digestive tract)
  • Eye cleaning
  • Kapalbhat
  • Significance of Mudras in Hatha Yoga
  • Hand Mudras
  • Meditative Mudras
  • Tattwa Mudras
  • Pelvic Mudras
  • Physical, Mental and Spiritual Benefits of Mudras
  • Understanding Bandhas or Yogic Locks
  • Importance of the three Bandhas
  • Preparation, practice & its benefits
  • Three Main Bandha Moola Bandha-Root Lock
  • Three states of consciousness
  • Benefits of deep sleep
  • What is Yoga Nidra?
  • Yoga Nidra practices
  • Yoga Nidra in connection with chakras
  • Sanskrit words to understand the names of Asanas
  • Meaning of Mantra
  • Types of Mantras
  • Invocation Mantras
  • Meditative Mantras
  • Affirmative Mantras
  • Styles of Chanting
  • Significance of 108
  • Class Management
  • Four tools of Yoga teaching
  • Sequencing
  • Professionalism
  • Ethics of Teaching
  • Yoga Alliance registration
  • Liability insurance
  • Teaching practice under the guidance of teacher
  • Teaching one to one, or in group
  • Demonstration of asanas
  • Verbal cues
  • Adjustments
  • Sequencing
  • Observation of others
  • Receiving and giving feedback

Curriculum Of 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

Below is a detailed syllabus outlining the educational categories, minimum contact hours, and specific topics covered in each category.

Techniques, Training, and Practice (100 Hours)

Minimum Contact Hours:75 hours

Minimum Contact Hours w/ Lead Trainer(s):50 hours

This category forms the foundation of your training, focusing on the practical aspects of yoga techniques. You'll receive analytical training and guided practice to deepen your understanding and teaching ability.

Topics include:

  • Asanas: Learning and practising key poses across various categories.
  • Pranayamas: Techniques for breath control and regulation.
  • Kriyas: Purification practices for body and mind.
  • Chanting and Mantra: Exploring the power of sound in yoga.
  • Meditation: Techniques for mindfulness and concentration.

Teaching Methodology (25 Hours)

Minimum Contact Hours:7.5 hours

Minimum Contact Hours w/ Lead Trainer(s):5 hours

This category focuses on the art and science of teaching yoga. You'll develop essential skills for effective communication, class management, and understanding student needs.

Topics include:

  • Group dynamics and communication skills.
  • Addressing individual needs in a group setting.
  • Principles of demonstration, observation, and correction.
  • Teaching styles and qualities of a good teacher.
  • Understanding the business aspects of teaching yoga.

Anatomy and Physiology (20 Hours)

Minimum Contact Hours:10 hours

Minimum Contact Hours w/ Lead Trainer(s):0 hours

In this category, you'll delve into the physical and energetic aspects of the human body as they relate to yoga practice.

Topics include:

  • Human physical anatomy and bodily systems.
  • Energy anatomy, including chakras and nadis.
  • Applying anatomy to yoga practice, including benefits and contraindications.

Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, and Ethics for Yoga Teachers (30 Hours)

Minimum Contact Hours:20 hours

Minimum Contact Hours w/ Lead Trainer(s):0 hours

This category explores yoga's philosophical and ethical foundations, guiding you towards a holistic understanding of yoga beyond the physical practice.

Topics include:

  • Study of yoga philosophies and traditional texts.
  • Yoga lifestyle and ethical principles (e.g., ahimsa, dharma, karma).
  • Ethics for yoga teachers and maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Service through yoga (seva) and being of benefit to others.

Practicum (10 Hours)

Minimum Contact Hours:5 hours

Minimum Contact Hours w/ Lead Trainer(s):5 hours

This hands-on category allows you to put theory into practice by teaching under supervision and receiving feedback.

Topics include:

  • Practice teaching as the lead instructor.
  • Giving and receiving feedback on teaching.
  • Observing and assisting during yoga classes.
  • Remaining Contact Hours and Elective Hours

Contact Hours vs. Non-Contact Hours

Contact Hours involve physical presence with faculty and advance trainees' education, while Non-Contact Hours are learning without faculty present.

Non-contact hours must align with the educational categories and can include:

  • Assigned readings, videos, or online resources.
  • Webinars and written assignments.
  • Group activities and outside yoga class evaluations.
  • We are committed to providing a comprehensive and enriching yoga teacher training experience. Our syllabus ensures a well-rounded education in yoga philosophy, techniques, teaching methodology, anatomy, and practical teaching experience. Prepare to start a transformative journey towards becoming a certified yoga instructor!

Curriculum of 300 Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training Course

Explore Advanced Aspects in our 300-Hour YTT Course

Topics include:

  • Hatha Yoga – Intermediate sequence
  • Advance Series Of Joints And Glands Exercise
  • Chair Yoga
  • Flexibility And Strength For Series
  • Importance To Have Much Water In Body To Do Series
  • Importance Of Sequence And Systematic Flow
  • Advance Study of Poses
  • Idea of stillness and posture
  • Importance of Hatha yoga texts with special reference to Hatha Pradipika and Gheranda Samhita
  • Causes of success (Sadhaka Tattwa) and causes of failure (Badhaka Tattwa) in Hatha yoga Sadhana
  • Concept of Ghata and Ghata Shudhhi in Hatha yoga
  • Purpose and utility of Shat kriyas in Hatha yoga
  • Purpose and utility of asanas in Hatha yoga
  • Purpose and importance of pranayama in Hatha yoga

Topics include:

  • Pashasana
  • Krounchasana
  • Shalabhasana A, B
  • Bhekasana
  • Dhanurasana
  • Parshva Dhanurasana
  • Ushtrasana
  • Laghu-Vajrasana
  • Kapotasana A, B, C
  • Supta Vajrasana
  • Bakasana A, B
  • Bharadvajasana
  • Ardha Matsyendrasana
  • Eka-Pada Shirshasana
  • Dvi-Pada Shirshasana
  • Yoga-Nidrasana
  • Tittibhasana A, B, C
  • Pincha Mayurasana
  • Karandavasana
  • Mayurasana
  • Nakrasana
  • Vatayanasana
  • Parighasana
  • Gomukhasana A, B
  • Supta Urdhva Pada Vajrasana
  • Mukta Hasta Shirshasana A, B, C
  • Baddha Hasta Shirshasana A, B, C, D
  • Urdhva Dhanurasana
  • Paschim

Topics include:

  • Idea of kumbhaka practice
  • Refining the breathing flow
  • Concept of sushumna
  • Understanding the idea of nadi’s and its chakras
  • Mystical science of swara yoga
  • Power of navel center – seat of prana
  • Balancing breath with mind practices

Topics include:

  • Concept of internal mudras and its benefits
  • Practical practices of eye mudras
  • Understanding the idea of stimulate and activate the chakra through mudras
  • Re-gain energy through Mudra
  • Positivity through various mudra practice
  • Mantra & its Vibrations
  • Concept of so-hum Mantra
  • Universal mantra for all realizations
  • Japa and ajapa practice of mantra
  • Mantra for self dependent
  • 7 methods of om Chantings
  • Obstacles and disciplines in the path of mantra science
  • Meditation & its transformations
  • Third eye meditation
  • Open eye meditation
  • Technique-less meditation
  • Obstacles in the path of meditation
  • Idea of expectation and results
  • Yoga Nidra & its Deep Silence
  • Four stages of consciousness
  • Yoga nidra practice with om
  • Spinal breathing practice
  • Sweeping the karma through yoga nidra
  • Yoga nidra in heart center
  • Idea of witnessing and observing
  • Adjustment & Alignment Practices
  • Art Of Adjustment Yoga For Daily Life
  • Workshop On Head standing postures
  • Understanding each and every detail of the whole Body, its Emotions and Vibrations while doing Asana
  • Balancing the Body Weight to Feel the Infinity Within
  • Modifying the Asana practice according to individual’s Limitations

Topics include:

  • Positive & conscious communication
  • Friendship and trust
  • Time management
  • Qualities of a teacher
  • Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting
  • Use of voice in class
  • Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
  • Class preparation
  • Step by step class structure planning

Topics include:

  • Study of Kundalini and Chakra
  • Study of Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Swara Yoga and Tantra Yoga
  • Study of Yoga in connection with Gita
  • Health Maintenance and Benefits of Yoga
  • Study of Nourishing the Body
  • Karma And Non-Attachment In Yogic Dimensions
  • Four Level Of Consciousness
  • Kundalini Awakening
  • Keys to Successful Living In Yogic Science
  • Meditation And The Spiritual Heart
  • Intuitive Dream and Lucid Dream
  • Meaning of Birth And Death In Yogic Science
  • Reincarnation In Spiritual Science
  • 6 Main Obstacles In The Path Of Yoga
  • Samadhi and Its Study

Topics include:

  • The nine systems of the human body
  • Functions of the different systems of the human body
  • Introduction to sensory organs
  • Neuro-muscular coordination of sensory organs
  • Basic understanding of exercise physiology
  • Homeostasis
  • The benefits of various asanas on different parts of the human body
  • Limitations and contra-indications of specific yoga practices

Topics include:

  • Yogic counselling for a healthy life.
  • Yogic techniques to use in daily lifestyle.
  • Yoga cures common diseases like Headaches, migraines, colds, sinus, etc.
  • Yoga tools for back issues like backache, slipped disk, sciatica, diabetes, thyroid, spinal deformities, obesity, etc.

Topics include:

  • Performance during the course
  • Attendance
  • Practical asana demonstration test
  • Written test (Objective and subjective type)
  • Behavior

Curriculum of 500 Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training Course

Welcome to our comprehensive 500-hour yoga teacher training program! Our curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards set by Yoga Alliance, ensuring that you receive a thorough and enriching educational experience in all aspects of yoga.

First Month Syllabus

I. Classical & Traditional Practice of Hatha Yoga

Topics include:

  • Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga – Primary series- structure and sequential Methods
  • Understanding the idea of Mysore Ashtanga Practices Vs Krishnamacharya’s Ashtanga Practices
  • Idea of teaching ashtanga Yoga sequence
  • Four modules of Ashtanga Yoga
  • What is vinyasa ?
  • How many Bandhas are there in ashtanga ?
  • Importance of Ujjayi practice
  • Its benefits and side effects

You will engage in both analytical training on how to teach and practice these techniques and guided practice sessions to enhance your understanding and proficiency.

II. Pranayama & its cleansing and expansions

Topics include:

  • Chest breathing v/s diaphragmatic breathing
  • What do Prana and Pranayama mean?
  • Types of Pranayama practice
  • What is Nadi?
  • What are Ida, Pingala and Sushmana?
  • Seven main practices of Pranayama
  • Four qualities of yogic breathing
  • 1:1, 1:2 and 1:4 breathing for emotional purification
  • Psychological effect of yogic breathing
  • Stress and stress less related breathing techniques

III. Mudra and its sparks

Topics include:

  • Yogic Gesture for stress related problems
  • Internal mudras
  • Healing Gestures for physical blockages
  • Pranic gestures for awakening energy
  • Importance of Mudra according to Hatha Yoga
  • Types of Mudra
  • Practicum of Gyana & Chin Mudra
  • Practicum of Ashwini Mudra
  • Physical, Mental and Spiritual Benefits of Mudra

IV. Mantra & its Vibrations

Topics include:

  • Introduction of Mantra yoga
  • Significance of (OM)-AUM
  • Mantra for Meal Purification
  • Mantra for Obstacles
  • Mantra for universal masters to bless
  • Mantra for Realization
  • Mantra for well being

V. Meditation & its transformations

Topics include:

  • Breath awareness meditation
  • Inner light meditation
  • Chakra awareness meditation
  • Body less meditation
  • Mantra Awareness meditation
  • Walking meditation
  • Full moon meditation
  • Third eye meditation

VI. Yoga Nidra & its Deep Silence

Topics include:

  • What is Yoga Nidra?
  • What is sleep?
  • Four states of consciousness
  • Benefits of deep sleep
  • Yoga Nidra practices from Himalayan tradition
  • How Yoga Nidra practices cure insomnia problem
  • Adjusting in Shavansana

VII. Adjustment & Alignment Practices

Topics include:

  • The fundamentals of practicing side extension, forward extension, backwards extension and revolving action
  • How to correct postures verbally and by hands on adjustments
  • Modifying the asana with different tools
  • Various limitation, contra-indications and benefits of yoga asana
  • Workshop on hip opening
  • Workshop on back bending
  • Workshop on forward bending
  • Workshop in twisting postures

VIII. Teaching methodology & its confidence

Topics include:

  • Disciplines of yoga teachers and students
  • How important to ensure the safety of student while teaching
  • Understanding the idea of demand of student before start the class
  • The scope of listening, presence, directive and non-directive dialogue
  • How important is demonstration
  • What are the preparations for classroom
  • How to sequence the class
  • How to describe the practice, techniques, and delivery in teaching a class
  • Discussion on different types of lesson planning

IX. Yoga philosophy & it’s unknown realities

Topics include:

  • History and origin of yoga
  • Why do we have disturbed mind, distracted mind, and stupefied mind in yogic science?
  • What is yoga?
  • What is celibacy and sex in yogic science?
  • Why do we suffer?
  • What is Ashtanga Yoga?( eight limbs of yoga)
  • What caused us to get disease?
  • What is Raja Yoga?
  • How to bend body to bend mind?
  • What is ignorance?
  • Three states of consciousness in yogic science
  • What is mind?
  • Four foundational pillars of life
  • Four faculties of mind field in yogic science
  • What does practice mean in yogic science?
  • Five layers of body in yogic science
  • What does Ekagrah mean?
  • What is knowledge and wisdom in yoga?
  • What is kundalini?
  • What is karma?
  • What is chakra?
  • What does Nirodhah mean in yoga?
  • What is Fear and Love in yogic science?
  • What is enlightenment and liberation in yoga?

X. Yoga anatomy & its safety and precautions

Topics include:

  • What is Yogic Anatomy and physiology?
  • Introduction of the respiratory system and yogic breathing
  • How do shat kriya practices give benefits to the body?
  • How Pranayama practices give connection to a digestive and immune system?
  • How asana practices give various effects on joints, spine and muscular system?
  • The structure of the spine and its movement in yoga
  • Types of contraction in the muscular system
  • Know the basic studies and types of joints to avoid injury during Asana classes
  • Studies and discussion about spine according to a yogic point of view

Second Month Syllabus

I. Classical & Traditional Practice of Hatha Yoga

Topics include:

  • Hatha Yoga – Intermediate sequence
  • Advance Series Of Joints And Glands Exercise
  • Chair Yoga
  • Flexibility And Strength For Series
  • Importance To Have Much Water In Body To Do Series
  • Importance Of Sequence And Systematic Flow
  • Advance Study of Poses
  • Idea of stillness and posture
  • Importance of Hatha yoga texts with special reference to Hatha Pradipika and Gheranda Samhita
  • Causes of success (Sadhaka Tattwa) and causes of failure (Badhaka Tattwa) in Hatha yoga Sadhana
  • Concept of Ghata and Ghata Shudhhi in Hatha yoga
  • Purpose and utility of Shat kriyas in Hatha yoga
  • Purpose and utility of asanas in Hatha yoga
  • Purpose and importance of pranayama in Hatha yoga

You will engage in both analytical training on how to teach and practice these techniques and guided practice sessions to enhance your understanding and proficiency.

II. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga – Intermediate series- structure and sequential Methods

Topics include:

  • Pashasana
  • Krounchasana
  • Shalabhasana A, B
  • Bhekasana
  • Dhanurasana
  • Parshva Dhanurasana
  • Ushtrasana
  • Laghu-Vajrasana
  • Kapotasana A, B, C
  • Supta Vajrasana
  • Bakasana A, B
  • Bharadvajasana
  • Ardha Matsyendrasana
  • Eka-Pada Shirshasana
  • Dvi-Pada Shirshasana
  • Yoga-Nidrasana
  • Tittibhasana A, B, C
  • Pincha Mayurasana
  • Karandavasana
  • Mayurasana
  • Nakrasana
  • Vatayanasana
  • Parighasana
  • Gomukhasana A, B
  • Supta Urdhva Pada Vajrasana
  • Mukta Hasta Shirshasana A, B, C
  • Baddha Hasta Shirshasana A, B, C, D
  • Urdhva Dhanurasana
  • Paschim

III. Pranayama & its cleansing and expansions

Topics include:

  • Idea of kumbhaka practice
  • Refining the breathing flow
  • Concept of sushumna
  • Understanding the idea of nadi’s and its chakras
  • Mystical science of swara yoga
  • Power of navel center – seat of prana
  • Balancing breath with mind practices

IV. Mudra and its sparks

Topics include:

  • Concept of internal mudras and its benefits
  • Practical practices of eye mudras
  • Understanding the idea of stimulate and activate the chakra through mudras
  • Re-gain energy through Mudra
  • Positivity through various mudra practice
  • Mantra & its Vibrations
  • Concept of so-hum Mantra
  • Universal mantra for all realizations
  • Japa and ajapa practice of mantra
  • Mantra for self dependent
  • 7 methods of om Chantings
  • Obstacles and disciplines in the path of mantra science
  • Meditation & its transformations
  • Third eye meditation
  • Open eye meditation
  • Technique-less meditation
  • Obstacles in the path of meditation
  • Idea of expectation and results
  • Yoga Nidra & its Deep Silence
  • Four stages of consciousness
  • Yoga nidra practice with om
  • Spinal breathing practice
  • Sweeping the karma through yoga nidra
  • Yoga nidra in heart center
  • Idea of witnessing and observing
  • Adjustment & Alignment Practices
  • Art Of Adjustment Yoga For Daily Life
  • Workshop On Head standing postures
  • Understanding each and every detail of the whole Body, its Emotions and Vibrations while doing Asana
  • Balancing the Body Weight to Feel the Infinity Within
  • Modifying the Asana practice according to individual’s Limitations

V. Teaching methodology & its confidence

Topics include:

  • Positive & conscious communication
  • Friendship and trust
  • Time management
  • Qualities of a teacher
  • Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting
  • Use of voice in class
  • Mental & emotional preparation for teaching
  • Class preparation
  • Step by step class structure planning

VI. Yoga philosophy & it’s unknown realities

Topics include:

  • Study of Kundalini and Chakra
  • Study of Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Swara Yoga and Tantra Yoga
  • Study of Yoga in connection with Gita
  • Health Maintenance and Benefits of Yoga
  • Study of Nourishing the Body
  • Karma And Non-Attachment In Yogic Dimensions
  • Four Level Of Consciousness
  • Kundalini Awakening
  • Keys to Successful Living In Yogic Science
  • Meditation And The Spiritual Heart
  • Intuitive Dream and Lucid Dream
  • Meaning of Birth And Death In Yogic Science
  • Reincarnation In Spiritual Science
  • 6 Main Obstacles In The Path Of Yoga
  • Samadhi and Its Study

VII. Yoga anatomy & its safety and precautions

Topics include:

  • The nine systems of the human body
  • Functions of the different systems of the human body
  • Introduction to sensory organs
  • Neuro-muscular coordination of sensory organs
  • Basic understanding of exercise physiology
  • Homeostasis
  • The benefits of various asanas on different parts of the human body
  • Limitations and contra-indications of specific yoga practices

VIII. Yoga For Health

Topics include:

  • Yogic counselling for a healthy life.
  • Yogic techniques to use in daily lifestyle.
  • Yoga cures common diseases like Headaches, migraines, colds, sinus, etc.
  • Yoga tools for back issues like backache, slipped disk, sciatica, diabetes, thyroid, spinal deformities, obesity, etc.

IX. Evaluation & Certification

Topics include:

  • Performance during the course
  • Attendance
  • Practical asana demonstration test
  • Written test (Objective and subjective type)
  • Behavior

Yoga Retreat Curriculum

In our Yoga Retreat in Kerala, you will practice Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga styles. The intensity of yoga asanas will vary based on the duration you choose for your yoga retreat. Within this, you will practice getting into poses and learning proper alignment techniques. The asana practice will promote strength, flexibility, and balance within your body while providing relaxation.

Our meditation classes are designed to calm your mind and relax your nerves. In your Yoga Retreat in Kerala, you will be introduced to Kundalini and Chakra meditation to create harmony between your body and mind. You will find immense relaxation and inner peace as you practice various soothing meditation techniques such as mindfulness meditation, Yog Nidra, meditation for relieving anxiety, and more.

Our Pranayama sessions provide a calming space to immerse in conscious breathing and reviving energy within. You'll release stress, anxiety, and emotional turbulence through rhythmic breathwork and laughing yoga, creating a calm and centred mind. You will learn to cultivate a balance between body and breath, promoting mental and emotional clarity.

Yogakulam Academy offers Yoga therapies to heal and rejuvenate you during the yoga retreat. The therapeutic yoga postures, gentle stretches, and breathing techniques ease discomfort and promote overall well-being. You will also get Doctor consultations and therapies for common health problems that energise and refresh you.

We conduct Yoga workshops to educate our participants about the history and philosophy of Yoga. These workshops involve learning the foundations of yoga and the anatomy of yoga. Within this, you will also learn about the doshas, and the use of natural herbs to cook food and heal diseases. You will engage in discussion groups to understand the deeper aspects of this art form. The Yoga Retreat also provides personal development classes for self-exploration.

A Yoga Retreat is incomplete without relaxing and fun activities. It is necessary to take proper rest, and we provide it in the most fun and exciting ways. Yogakulam Academy offers various activities such as cooking classes, fun trips to local attractions, local musical nights, religious temples and ashram visits, beach activities, adventure sports, and much more. You will also get a soothing yoga experience at the sunset beaches of Kerala. With these activities, we ensure that your yoga retreat is a fulfilling and fun experience.

Ayurvedic Curriculum for Ayurveda Retreat

During your retreat, you will be introduced to the foundations of Ayurveda

Within this, you will learn

  • Philosophy of Ayurveda
  • Concept of Doshas (Vatta, Pitta, Kapha)
  • Concept of Agni (digestive fire) and the seven Dhatus
  • Importance and use of medicinal herbs in Ayurvedic treatments

In your Ayurveda Retreat in Kerala, you will receive consultations from our experienced Ayurvedic doctors. They will assess your doshas, check your overall health, and suggest personalised treatments and therapies based on your specific health needs. You will also get diet plans and lifestyle suggestions for promoting healthy living.

During your Ayurveda retreat, you will receive Ayurvedic treatments and therapies based on your consultation with the doctors to balance your doshas and treat common health problems. Yogakulam Academy provides a range of Ayurvedic treatments and therapies such as Panchakarma, Shirodhara, Marma, specialised treatments, and more for completely rejuvenating and healing you from the inside out.

Besides practicing Ayurveda and receiving therapies, you will also involve in yoga classes.

It involves:

  • Practicing different yoga styles
  • Using Ayurvedic principles in your yoga practice
  • Balancing doshas through Yoga
  • Relieving stress by performing relaxing yoga forms

Within this section, you will be involved in:

  • Ayurvedic meditation sessions
  • Mindfulness meditation practices
  • Pranayama for balancing the doshas
  • Focused and controlled breathing exercises
  • Learning stress management techniques

In your Ayurvedic retreat in Kerala, our Ayurvedic professionals will help you create a healthy Ayurvedic lifestyle.

With this knowledge, you will be able to:

  • Create daily routines that promote overall well-being
  • Fix your sleep schedule to get proper relaxation
  • Make seasonal diet plans
  • Adjust time for self-care
  • Manage common health problems with herbal remedies
  • Detox your body naturally through Ayurvedic practices, yoga, and meditation

We organise philosophical and educational workshops in our Ayurveda Retreat in Kerala to bring awareness and promote well-being.

It involves:

  • Group discussion about Ayurvedic topics
  • Sharing retreat experiences
  • Q n A with Ayurvedic doctors
  • Seminars on Ayurvedic lifestyle
  • Activities such as Ayurvedic cooking classes, herbal gardening, creating herbal medicines, and more

In your retreat, you will also get Ayurvedic cooking classes and learn about nutrition.

In this, you will learn:

  • Balancing the six tastes of Ayurveda in meals
  • Creating a balanced, healthy diet
  • The use of specific herbs in cooking for balancing doshas
  • Herbal remedies for the treatment of diseases
  • Mindful eating practices

Yogakulam Academy also organises activities and outdoor visits to provide a refreshing and calming Ayurveda retreat experience. It involves trips to local attractions, cultural visits to temples and ashrams, yoga and meditation on beaches, nature walks, sightseeing, and more.

Curriculum of 95 Hours Online Kids Yoga TTC

Module 1 - Kids Yoga Foundation & Yoga for Little ones (3-8 Yrs Old) In this module, we will start by preparing you to work with the children by supporting you to understand the foundation of yoga & key principles of teaching kids yoga We will prepare you to work with children by making you understand development stages of brain & body & children behaviour & learning capabilities.

Our big focus of module 1 is to learn age wise teaching methodology to ensure you always have a fun, engaging & interactive kids yoga class both in person & online that help kids with their physical, emotional & mental well-being through yoga, meditation & mindfulness You will also learn creative ways of practising yoga, breathing, meditation & mindfulness with kids through stories, yoga games, yoga themes that's fun, safe & meaningful for each of the age groups.

Tween & Teen years are a special phase where children are going through many changes on physical, mental & emotional levels. They are the in-between phase of being a child who was so protected to a teenager who wants to explore this outside world now. There is always self-doubt, whether this is right or wrong, whether I should do and take a risk or play safe. They are trying to find their own answers, own identity and trying to accept themselves.

In module 2, we will learn to use tools of yoga, breathing techniques, meditation, to support Tweens & Teens in self-awareness & self-regulation, giving them the ability and power to understand themselves, to release emotions, anxiety and bring themselves back to a place of stillness, calm and control.

Let us provide them through yoga postures, breathing, and relaxation, a tool kit to support and manage life's challenges that will enhance their spiritual, mental, and emotional journey in their growing years.

Details

  • Teaching Techniques for Yoga to Tweens & Teens
  • Creating yoga sequences that are engaging, appropriate and empowering for tweens & teens
  • How to make yoga and meditation fun and interesting to tweens and teens
  • Teaching tools of yoga, breathing techniques, meditation and mindfulness that they can bring in their lifestyle to manage their physical, emotional & mental well-being Managing Anxiety & Stress with Yoga

In this module, we will teach you how to introduce yoga philosophies, 8 limbs of Yoga (Yamas, Niyamas etc), mudras, mantras in a creative and relevant way that kids can understand and connect with. We will also learn about the Chakra System (the energetic body), and how this is relevant and beneficial to children and teens

Details

  • Approach for Yamas & Niyamas for Kids & activities
  • Mantras & Kids Songs & Chakras & Mudras

Learn basic human anatomy for Kids that you can apply to your classes for safe yoga practice. Learn development stages of the brain & body for each age group to have meaningful yoga practices. Essential alignments for Kids Yoga

Details

  • Anatomy Basics
  • Developmental Stage for each age group
  • Bodily Systems
  • Essential Alignments

The Business of Kids Yoga, will prepare you to set up your own kids yoga classes and business by giving you practical tips and strategies to get clear and get started on your planning, promotion and marketing of your classes with ease.

Details

  • Kids Yoga Business -How to set up Kids Yoga Business
  • Marketing tips for offline & online platforms

Curriculum of Resolving infertility course

  • Preparation for conception
  • Knowing your body
  • Understanding Fertility Issues and addressing them
  • Miscarriages & Abortion, Complications & Conditions
  • Understanding Safe & Unsafe Practices in various stages while conceiving
  • Know the importance of detox
  • Get educated about different types of detox
  • Understand to declutter things from mind and body
  • Understand to declutter physical things
  • Stages of Detoxification
  • Know from the where the fertility starts from
  • Improve the power of giving signals in your body
  • Understand how to play with your hormones
  • Understand your gut health to get pregnant
  • Know what actually your body is suffering from
  • Symptoms of each infertility causes
  • Know how to treat them naturally
  • Know the female fertility test
  • Different types of female testing
  • Timing of the test to be done
  • Providing your body small habit change task
  • List of Habitual practice which decreases the chances of conceiving
  • How Yoga for conception plays a vital role to get pregnant
  • Yoga practice to make your root cause decrease its effects
  • Learn which yoga is best for conceiving
  • How can I improve my egg quality with these yoga practises
  • How Acupuncture plays a vital role to get pregnant
  • Fertility Acupuncture practice to make your root cause decrease its effects
  • Learn which points are best to be tapped for increasing fertility
  • How can I improve my egg quality with these Fertility Acupuncture
  • How Fertility massage plays a vital role to get pregnant
  • Fertility massage practice to make your root cause decrease its effects
  • How can I improve reproductive area quality with Fertility massage
  • How Lifestyle plays a vital role to get pregnant
  • How do you connect with your Baby before birth
  • Water therapy to make a connectivity in the body
  • Visualization practice to make your baby come closer to you
  • Importance of Garbha Dharana
  • Mantra for overall wellbeing of Mother& Fetus
  • Mantra for Overcoming Pain
  • Mantra for Gaining Mental strength
  • Why Pranayama is Important for conceiving
  • Therapeutic aspect of Pranayama
  • How Pranayama takes care of Hormonal changes in Body
  • Learning Different techniques of Pranayama with variations
  • How to prepare the body to conceive with breath awareness
  • Why Meditation is Important to conceive
  • Understanding the benefit of Meditation
  • Different Techniques of Meditation and practices
  • Visualization aspect of Meditation to conceive
  • Introduction to Yoga Nidra
  • Importance of Yoga Nidra to conceive
  • Different Techniques of Yoga Nidra
  • Visualization aspect of Sleep therapy
  • Nutrients that help to conceive
  • Foods to avoid and include in your diet to get pregnant
  • Ayurvedic herbs information which can be adapted to conceive
  • Know the food list which are harmful for fertility health
  • Importance to get your hormonal cycle to go on track
  • How it effects for fertility
  • Know how to conceive with hormonal cycle tracking
  • Know how to bring food interconnected to your cycle

Curriculum of Online Theraphy Yoga TTC

Learning objectives:-

At the end of the course, students will know:

  • a. An overview of Yoga Philosophy and relation to Yoga Therapy.
  • b. How to help clients develop the attitudes essential for success on all levels of life.
  • c. How to help clients integrate the essence of Yoga into daily life.
  • d. The essence of eight limbs and how they apply to an individual’s ability to achieve wellness on all levels.
  • e. How yoga therapists apply the above knowledge to serving clients’ best interests.
  • f. What are the distracted/disturbed conditions of mind and their expressions as explained in the Yoga Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita.
  • g. The deeper understanding of the paths of Karma, Guyana, Bhakti and Raja Yoga.
  • h. How to get past attachment to experiencing pleasure and avoiding pain?
  • i. What is the mind and diseases related to the mind?
SYLLABUS:-
  • 1. Concept of pancha kosha
  • 2. Concept of pancha prana
  • 3. Concept of chakras
  • 4. Concepts of pancha mahabhutas
  • 5. Concepts of ashtanga yoga (concepts of antarang and bahirang yoga)
  • 6. Concepts of trigunas
  • 7. Antahakaran-chatushtaya
  • 8. Introduction to Gyana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga
  • 9. Concept of healthy living as per Bhagvad Gita
  • 10. Concept of positive attributes (Matri-karuna-mudita-upeksha)
  • 11. Concepts of vrittis and kleshas
Learning Objectives:
  • a. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, including all major systems of the body and their interrelationships, as relevant to the work of a yoga therapist.
  • b. Knowledge of biomechanics and movement as they relate to the practice of yoga and the work of a Yoga therapist.
  • c. Knowledge of common pathologies and disorders of all the major systems, including symptoms, management, illness trajectories, and contraindications, as relevant to the work of a Yoga therapist.
  • d. Familiarity with common medical terminology.
  • e. How to research conditions previously unknown to them and when to refer their clients/students to another healthcare provider.
  • f. They will know their scope of practice and will be able to guide their students/clients in daily living recommendations.
  • g. How to assess a client's unique needs in addition to the more physically based interventions.
  • h. How to deliver interventions that work on the emotional, social, mental, spiritual and subtle energy levels as needed.
  • i. How to practice intake, evaluating, critical thinking skills, communication, lead and teach appropriate yoga therapy techniques including both subtle and gross interventions, conduct sessions, provide daily living advice, and give homework/home routines as appropriate to clients’ needs, constitution and circumstances, and follow-up.
  • j. How to assess the client including the guidance and instruction of: Breathing, Posture, Proper Alignment, Safety mechanics for asanas and the common cautions and contraindications
SYLLABUS:-
  • 1. Understanding anatomy and physiology with the concept of Yoga.
  • 2. Understanding the concept of Yoga Therapy.
  • 3. Concept of chakras, koshas, elements, and dosha concept with each system related pathology.
  • 4. Anatomy- Physiology of the systems, Pathophysiology of related systems.
  • 5. Respiratory system:- gaseous exchange, respiratory center in brain, factors affecting respiration, bandhas with physiology and indications and contraindications, segmental and yogic breath with therapeutic applications, box breathing
    PATHOLOGIES:-
    • a. Asthma
    • b. Rhinitis
    • c. COPD
  • 6. Circulatory system:- physiology, blood pressure and types, factors affecting bp
    PATHOLOGIES:-
    • a. High blood pressure
    • b. Low blood pressure
    • c. Atherosclerosis/Blockage of arteries
  • 7. Digestive system:- physiology, relation to shankhaprakshalana with therapeutic correlation, concept of adhi-vyadhi
    PATHOLOGIES:-
    • a. Constipation
    • b. IBS
    • c. Indigestion
  • 8. Endocrine system :- difference between exocrine and endocrine glands, correlation to chakras, hormones and functions of hypothallamus, pituitary, thyroid, thymus, pancreas, adrenals, gonads
    PATHOLOGIES:-
    • a. Hypothyroidism
    • b. Hyperthyroidism
    • c. Diabetes
    • d. Menstrual dysfunction
    • e. Pcod
    • f. Pms
  • 9. Musculo-skeletal system:- types of bones and joints, basic knowledge of planes and axis, types of movements, characteristics of muscles, knowledge of major muscle groups and their functions.
    PATHOLOGIES:-
    • a. Back pain
    • b. Disc herniation
    • c. Cervical spondylosis
    • d. Lordosis
    • e. Kyphosis
    • f. Scoliosis
    • g. Arthritis
  • 10. Nervous system:- Introduction, CNS, PNS, ANS, introduction to brain waves and effects of yogic techniques on them.
    PATHOLOGIES:-
    • a. Headache
    • b. Migraine
    • c. Stress
    • d. OCD
    • e. ADHD
    • f. Anxiety and its types
    • g. Insomnia
  • 11.concepts and relevance of ghata shuddhi (cleansing techniques) to therapy do's and don'ts
  • 12. Assessment concepts
  • 13. Limitations and ethics for yoga therapists
  • 14. Biomechanics and its applications on asanas and variations with the concept of Base of support, line of gravity, center of gravity and types of levers.
Learning Objectives and syllabus

How to apply Knowledge of the basic perspectives on health and disease from yoga and Ayurveda relevant to the practice of yoga therapy, including the concepts of:

  • a. Panchamaya (kosha) (fundamental structure of the human system);
  • b. Subtle anatomy
  • c. Tri-dosha(effect of the elements on the physical body)
  • d. Tri-guna(effect of sattva (equilibrium), rajas (activity),tamas (inertia);
  • e. Prakriti/vikriti(dosha constitution at birth/imbalance of the dosha currently expressed in the body);
  • f. Ama(undigested food, emotions, etc. accumulated in the body);
  • g. Agni(internal fire(s) and their contribution to health);
  • h. Pranavayu (prana, apana, vyana,udana,samana);
  • i. Prana prakopa(disturbance of the vayu);
  • j. Dincharya and ritucharya
  • k. Role of yogic diet for different pathologies as per systems
Learning objectives:
  • 1. After the course the student will know the similarities of ayurveda and diet and modern nutrition
  • 2. Concept of micro and macro nutrients
  • 3. Assessment of deficiencies of nutrients
  • 4. Sources of the nutrients
Learning objectives:
  • 1. How to demonstrate proficiency in asanas, pranayama, meditation, bandha, mudra, mantra chanting, visualization techniques, communication skills as well as dynamics of therapeutic relationships.
  • 2. How to be a safe, supportive, and conscientious Yoga Therapist.
  • 3. How to demonstrate restorative yoga asanas and their common modifications and variations needed for students with or without special conditions
  • 4. How to explain the common conditions/cautions and/or complaints a client may experience in a restorative pose and know how to individually assist these clients in the asanas so that they are practicing safely and comfortably
  • 5. How to use the breath to invoke the Relaxation Response
  • 6. How to practice with a variety of props used in real-life situations
  • 7. How to experience and student-teach restorative poses that focus on releasing specific physical and mental tensions
  • 8. How to use affirmations, visualizations, meditation, and music to deepen one’s own and their students ‘practice.

Asanas:-

1. Standing postures:-
  • a. Trikonasana
  • b. Parsvakonasana
  • c. Parivritta trikonasana
  • d. Virbhadrasana
  • e. Vrikshasana
  • f. Garudasana
2. Sitting postures:-
  • a. Baddhakonasana
  • b. Padmasana
  • c. Suptaveerasana
  • d. Vakrasana
  • e. Goumukhasana
  • f. Marjari asana
  • g. Ushtrasana
3. Supine postures:-
  • a. Pawanmuktasana
  • b. Setubandhasana
  • c. Viparita karni
  • d. Markatasana
  • e. Matsyasana
4. Meditative postures:-
  • a. Vajrasana
  • b. Siddhasana
  • c. Sukhasana
  • 1. Bhastrika
  • 2. Anulom-vilom
  • 3. Bhramari
  • 4. Ujjayi
  • 5. Surya bhedi
  • 6. Chandra bhedi
  • 7. Samavritti pranayama/box breathing/square pranayama
  • 8. Three phases of pranayamas
    • a. Inhalation(Poorak)
    • b. Retention(Kumbhak)
    • c. Exhalation(Rechak)
  • 1. Chin mudra
  • 2. Chinmayi mudra
  • 3. Adi mudra
  • 4. Samana mudra
  • 5. Nasika mudra
  • 6. Gyan mudra
  • 7. Brahma mudra
  • 8. Mahasir mudra
  • 9. Apana vayu/hriday/sanjeevani mudra
  • 10. Vata nashak mudra
  • 11. Surya mudra
  • 12. Prithvi mudra
  • 1. Jala neti
  • 2. Trataka
  • 3. Shankhaprakshalana
  • 4. Kaplbhati
  • 5. Kunjal kriya
  • 6. Bast

Curriculum of Nutrition Course

This Module will help students to understand the food in a Health practitioner perspective. We will start from the introduction to food and nutrition and then to a wide perspective to food plates in different parts of India

Topic:
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Food and nutrition introduction
  • What should be there in balanced healthy meal (Food groups- Milk, cereals, pulses, meat, fruits, vegetables, oil and sugar)
  • State wise healthy options
  • Nutrients introduction (Micro and Macro Nutrients)
Introduction to Module:

The scope of Module 2 is to understand what is Carbohydrate, protein, fats, water and vitamins and minerals.

Macro- nutrient

-Carbohydrate

  1. A. Available Carbohydrates types and food sources
  2. B. Monosaccharides, Disaccharides, Polysaccharides
  3. C. Non Available Carbohydrates types and food sources
  4. D. Soluble and Insoluble fiber
  5. E. Food sources
  6. F. Recommendation for Carbohydrates
  7. G. Low carbohydrate meal options planning

-Protein

  1. A. Amino Acids: Essential, non essential and conditionally essential amino acids
  2. B. High Biological value of food
  3. C. Food sources of protein
  4. D. Recommendation for protein
  5. E. High protein meal options planning

-Fats

  1. A. Saturated and unsaturated Fatty acids
  2. B. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids
  3. C. Trans Fat
  4. D. Recommendation of fats
  5. E. Low fat meal option planning

-Water

  1. A. Recommendation of water
  2. B. Dehydration

- Vitamins and Minerals

  1. A. Water and fat soluble vitamins
  2. B. Trace and major minerals
  3. C. Recommendations of Vitamins and Minerals
  4. D. Food sources
Introduction to Module:

Module will help students to understand a brief glimpse of common medical conditions seen in day to day life

Topic:

  • - Common Vitamin and mineral deficiencies (Vitamin D/ Vitamin B12/ Folic Acid/ Iron/ Calcium/ Magnesium)
  • - Common Medical conditions Introduction (Diabetes/ PCOS/ Weight gain/Weight loss/ Menopause/ Thyroid/ Cholesterol/ Period problem/ infertility
Introduction to Module:

Before we start planning a diet plan, this module will help you to understand how to calculate the person’s Ideal body weight, How much weight loss/ gain they need if needed and finally every day calories. The total daily calories will further help to divide the meal on the bases of carbohydrate, protein and fats

Topics:
  • - Ideal Body Weight
  • - Body Mass index
  • - BMR (Body Mass Index)
  • - Macros Calculation (Carbohydrate, Protein and Fats)
  • - Case studies
Introduction to Module:

Introduction to medical condition will help the student understand what is the following medical condition, signs, symptoms, medical reports, medicines

Medical condition based live case study will be presented with the person’s medical history, biochemical parameters and then a complete Indian and International based Diet will be presented to the students to learn practically.

Topics:

A. Diabetes

  • - Introduction to Diabetes
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian/ International)
  • - Supplement

B. Weight Management

  • - Weight gain and loss
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian/ International)
  • - Supplements

C. PCOS

  • - Introduction to PCOS
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian/ International)
  • - Supplements

D. Menopause

  • - Introduction to Menopause
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian)
  • - Supplements

E. Cholesterol

  • - Introduction to Cholesterol
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian/ International)
  • - Supplements

F. New born: Pregnancy, post delivery and Lactation

  • - Introduction to Pregnancy, post delivery and Lactation
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian)
  • - Supplements

G. High Blood Pressure & Heart Failure

  • - Introduction to High Blood pressure & Heart Failure
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian/ International)
  • - Supplements

H. Thyroid

  • - Introduction to Thyroid
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian)
  • - Supplements

I. Kidney Failure

  • - Introduction to Kidney failure
  • - Case study
  • - Diet (Indian)
  • - Supplement

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