Yoga Philosophy and Lifestyle

History of Yoga

The Sacred texts

Yoga Lineages and their evolution

The four main paths of Yoga

Pantajali's Yoga Sutras

The Eight Limbs of Yoga

The Human Energy System In Relationship to Humans and Yoga

Aryuveda - the sister science of Yoga

Asana (Yoga poses)

Learn many variations of each asana (pose), focus on proper alignment, benefits, and contraindications.

Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) - three variations

Standing poses - (open hip) - six variations

Standing poses - (closed hip) - six variations

Balance, twists, and arm balances - eleven variations

Sitting poses - ten variations

Forward bends - ten variations

Abdominal poses - four variations

Back bends - nine variations

Inversions - five variations

Restorative poses - five variations

Anatomy & Physiology

Understand how the spine, muscles, and joints work in relationship to each pose in order to prevent damage and injuries. Learn how the practice of Yoga poses can positively affect the overall health of the human body.

Skeletal System

Muscular system

Anatomy of the Bhandas (locks)

The Diaphragm

The Human Biological System and how Yoga affects them

How movement works

Pranayama & Meditation

Pranayama (Breathing techniques) - Learn about and practice six (6) different pranayama (breathing techniques) that can help students prepare for meditation.

Meditation - Learn different techniques and their benefits and contraindications

Teaching Methodology

How to teach all the Yoga poses introduced in this level one (1) Yoga teacher training certification program.

The art of modifying Yoga poses to people's needs.

Learn some verbal cues to guide people performing Yoga asanas (poses).

Learn and practice safe hands on adjustments to correct or deepen student's Yoga asanas (poses).

Learn the Principles of Yoga Alignment

Awareness on the Art of Sequencing Yoga asanas (poses)

The Ethics of a Yoga Teacher

Plus all the questions and concerns brought to class will be a learning experience for students.