COURSE STRUCTURE & GENERAL OVERVIEW OF SYLLABUS

1. YOGA PHILOSOPHY & LIFESTYLE (YP&L) – (42 HOURS)

Based on the ancient philosophy of classical yoga. Covers the study of the  background of yoga and traditional texts (yoga sutras of Patañjali, samkhya philosophy, Bhagvada Gita), yogic lifestyle (based of the 4 principles of yogachara – ahar, achar, vihar, vichar) and includes ethics for the yoga teacher.

2. TECHNIQUES: TRAINING & PRACTICE (T) – (102 HOURS)

Hatha yoga practice (traditional & modern application) divided between:

A) Analytical training in how to teach and practice the techniques
B) Guided practice of the techniques themselves;

– Covering the learning of techniques, training and practice. Includes principles of instruction, demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting:  traditional asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, bandhas, mudras, mantras, and other traditional techniques. Conscious training in concentration and other practices which are conducive to meditation are also covered here.

3. TEACHING METHODOLOGY & DIDACTICS (TM&D) – (26 HOURS)

Special training in yoga education. Covers the principles of experiential learning, attitude training (bhavas) along with asanas & conceptual activities. Includes principles of instruction, teaching styles, use of teaching aids, motivation, the student’s process of learning and the qualities of a teacher.

4. ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (A&P) – (20 HOURS)

Covers both the understanding of conventional anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and yoga physiology (koshas, pranas, chakras, nadis, etc.)

5. TEACHING PRACTICE & EVALUATION (TP&E) – (10 HOURS)

Covers the actual teaching practice and aspects of public speaking. Includes giving correct instructions and demonstrations, giving and receiving feedback, observing others teaching and assisting students while someone else is teaching. Also the written & practical examination.

Total of 200 hours* Yoga Teaching Training Course.

(*) Students who complete successfully the 200 hours Teacher Training Course will be already qualified and certified to teach Yoga in any part of the world. The successful completion of this course also makes you eligible to attend the advanced 300 hours Teacher Training Course with Wise Living Yoga Academy.