Karuna Vidya Peetham Course P R O S P E C T U S

WELCOME TO THE KARUNA YOGA VIDYA PEETHAM BANGALORE INDIA We deeply believe that yoga is not only an ancient art, but also a very precious treasure which is extremely helpful in our contemporary world. It is especially beneficial for individuals suffering from psycho-somatic disorders.

Our yoga school has a team of experienced and highly qualified teachers from various yogic styles and traditions. We come together to share the knowledge and benefits of yoga with students – on a practical and theoretical level. We work towards integrating ancient yogic traditions into our contemporary world and promoting yoga as an art of living as well as a very effective path to well-being of the body, mind and soul.

We believe that everyone has different needs and preferences. To give you choice and variety we teach different styles of including 200 hr in Hatha Yoga style and 300 hr in Multi-Style yoga includes Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Gentle Yoga, and . We deeply understand the anatomical differences as well as limitations and pre-dispositions, which we are all born with. Our trainings are focused on adjustments for students of all levels. Our 200 and 300-hour yoga teacher training courses are internationally recognized and registered with Yoga Alliance USA.

ABOUT US

Our Karuna Yoga Vidya Peetham TTC is an accredited 200 & 300 hour program by Yoga Alliance USA, that provides aspiring yoga teachers with a complete teacher training experience. Our team consists of highly trained teachers from all over India and the world who bring their own unique styles, focus areas and approaches together to create a comprehensive and wellrounded training. Meet our team at http://www.karunayoga.in/teachers. Karuna Yoga Vidya Peetham founder and lead trainer Dr. S. Karuna Murthy, M.Sc, Ph.D, E-RYT 500, who has trained several graduates in International Yoga Teacher Trainings over the last 20 years, will guide you individually to deepen your personal practice and teaching capacities.

Teaching Tradition While contemporary in application and language, all our teachings are based on the thousands of years old Vedic and Yogic tradition of India. The source of our practice and teachings is Swami from , , , mudra, bandha , shat-karma, , trataka, ajapa japa, meditation. B. K. S. Iyengar’s alignment principle and Vinyasa style of yoga inculcated from Tirumalai Krishnamacharya Ashtanga Yoga, from Mysore.

We practice and teach Swami Satyananda Saraswati, B. K. S. Iyengar’s & Tirumalai Krishnamacharya. Yoga of Synthesis which aims at the harmonious development of a human being through the practice of all three styles of hatha yoga.

ACCREDITATION ACCREDITED BY YOGA ALLIANCE USA

WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE UNIQUE

SMALL GROUP SIZE Our TTC provides you with an intensive, small-group learning environment where there is ample room to come forward with your questions and receive individual guidance for your practice and teaching skills. AUTHENTIC TEACHINGS The program honors the traditional Yogic knowledge system as it has been passed down to us via a lineage of thousands of years. Our focus is on applying the ancient practices in modern day life while maintaining the integrity of the teachings. MODERN APPROACH We explore connections between the Yogic science and modern scientific findings to give you the theoretical, practical as well as the spiritual foundation to teach Yoga to anyone in all its aspects. HONORING INDIVIDUALITY All techniques and teachings acknowledge and honor the individuality of each students’ path and the different physical, mental and emotional conditions they come to the course with.

To Whom This Training For? a) All levels welcome The course i s designed for anyone – from complete beginner to longtime student on the path of Yoga – who wishes to deepen their knowledge and practice.

This course is a deep immersion into all aspects of Yoga both for those who feel called to teach and those who simply want to advance their own studies. b) Yoga teachers from any tradition The course is also open to Yoga teachers who have already completed 200 hours of yoga teacher training and who look to deepen their knowledge and bring new impulses and inspiration to their own practice and teaching.

Week-End Yoga Teacher Training Certificate Course in Bangalore, India. Week-End Yoga Teacher Training Certificate courses are designed for college going students and working professionals. The duration of this course is approximately 3 months. The classes are conducted 10.00am to 05.00pm, on weekends and public holidays. Since the total teaching hours required for completion of (200 Hr) certificate course, if it is not available on weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and public holidays hence efforts are made to complete the course. Personal attention and doubt clearing time given to each and every student. The classes can be extended during weekdays and public holidays in order to complete the syllabus on time. Batch venue and timings are subjected to periodic changes as per the availability of classrooms and faculties.

Week Days (40 Days) Yoga Teacher Training Certificate Course in Bangalore, India.

One month or four week highly intensive, Yoga Teacher Training Certificate courses are designed for Yoga ardent and experts. The duration of this course is 40 days or one month. The classes are conducted from 10.00am to 05.00pm, on weekdays (Monday to Friday). Personal attention and doubt clearing time given to each and every student. The classes can be extended during weekdays and public holidays in order to complete the syllabus on time. Batch venue and timings are subjected to periodic changes as per the availability of classrooms and faculties. One Month (30 Days) Yoga Teacher Training Certificate Course in Bangalore, India.

One month or four week highly intensive, Yoga Teacher Training Certificate courses are designed for Yoga ardent and experts. The duration of this course is 30 days or one month. The classes are conducted from 10.00am to 05.00pm, on weekdays and weekends. Personal attention and doubt clearing time given to each and every student. The classes can be extended during weekdays and public holidays in order to complete the syllabus on time. Batch venue and timings are subjected to periodic changes as per the availability of classrooms and faculties.

Tailor Made Yoga Teacher Training Course in Bangalore, India

Karuna Yoga Vidya Peetham offers, Yoga Teacher Training Course can be tailor-made to meet specific individual needs. Batch venue and timings are subjected to periodic changes as per the availability of classrooms and faculties. WHAT WILL BE COVERED ? With so much to learn in yoga, we’ve developed a unique, comprehensive program that covers a fascinating range of key yoga topics taught by experts in each field. We believe having experienced senior facilitators as well as guest teachers to guide you through the course gives you unrivaled access to 200 hours of yoga teaching experience and a range of different perspectives, teaching styles and techniques to help you discover what you like, giving you the best possible foundation to start your yoga journey on. Anatomy and Physiology Be inspired by the basic and functional workings of the human form. You’ll learn how to understand different student bodies, and how muscles and joints work in yoga in practical lessons. Yoga Physiology Yoga is a complete system of well-being. You’ll build an understanding of how the practice affects our physical and energetic bodies, including the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, circulatory system and respiratory system. Yoga, Anatomy and Physiology  Pranas, Upa-pranas, Chakras, Nadis, & Granthis. Pancha Kosa(five layer of existence)

 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology.

 Cardiovascular system, Nervous System.

 Respiratory System

 Musculoskeletal System & Spinal Cord.

 Yoga and Spine, Structure and function of spine.

 Types and functions of bone. Skeletal system and asana.  Physiology of stretching during asana practice.

 How to stretch safely with their individual limitation.

 Biomechanism & asana

 Kinesiology: asana and movement SYLLABUS OVERVIEW Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, Ethics, Health & Wellness You’ll discover the and its evolution in the modern world, and how to practice yoga in our lives today far beyond the mat for a life of health, happiness and purpose.  Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Jnana Yoga, &  History, definition & meaning of yoga.  Vedas, Katha Upanisad, Taittiriya Upanisad, & Mandukya Upanisad  The Bhagavad Gita (chapter 1-6)  Patanjali Yoga Sutras (selected sutra from Samadhi & Sadhana Pada)  Yogic diet and nutrition  Ethics: Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksa. Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanprastha, Sanyasa Ashrama.  Health and Wellness, Lifestyle. Teaching Methodology From sequencing, demonstrating and adjusting to language, cueing and vocal projection, you’ll uncover a range of teaching styles and techniques to guide students on how to move their bodies. You’ll also learn to discover your own authentic voice in the practical class.  Creating Space for Self-Transformation  Classroom Set up and Orientation  Class Levels and Prerequisites  Voice and language  Exploring clear and precise verbal expression  Class Etiquette  Teaching styles and the varieties of approach  Waking Up the Spiritual Environment  Techniques and Tools In Teaching Yoga  Application of modifications for individual needs  Class level & prerequisite  Partner standing observation  Ethics in teaching & touching  Practice teaching observation The Business of Yoga You’ll be guided through the principles of how to create a private business teaching yoga, and how to get started if you’re interested to own your own studio. Integrative Practice and Teaching By practicing teaching your fellow students,you’ll have plenty of invaluable opportunities to practice as you learn in a safe, encouraging learning environment and hone your teaching skills with advice and personal feedback. Techniques Training and Practice You’ll dive deep into the Asana alignment of fundamental yoga poses, and gain an in-depth understanding of the yogic techniques to advance your own practice and leave ready to progress from student to teacher.  Basic elements of and , Mudras, Shat-karma & Bandhas.  Mantra chanting  Asana laboratory observation,  Three principles of practices, alignment, relaxed respiration & consciousness.  Transitioning into Asana – Transitioning out of Asana.  Asana Modification variations and the use of props.  Classical Surya Namaskara, Chandra Namaskara & Astanga Surya Namaskara  Touch, somatic, and self-transformation. Beginner to intermediate level.  Standing forward bending – Balancing & Twisting Asana.  Core Strengthening Asana, Arm Balancing Asana, Backward Bending Asana,  Seated forward bending & twisting Asanas.  Balancing asana. Supine Twists – Backward bending. Hip & Pelvic Opening Asanas.  Inverted Asana  Shoulder work, arm strengthening, arm balancing, rotation of arms and shoulders.  Pranayama- going deeper into the essence of breathe.  Mantra Meditation, Chakra Meditation, and Breathe Awareness.  General Principles in Giving Physical Cues and Adjustments  How Not to Touch in asana  Modifications, Variations, and the Use of Props  Pacing and Holding Asanas  Seven Principles of Hands on Adjustments  Hatha Yoga View on AsanaBasic Arc Structure of Classes  Principles of Sequencing Asana The Art of Alignment & Assists Master teachers will lead you through an intensive that’ll sharpen your ability to give safe, physical assists and alignment cues to take your students deeper into their practice and find freedom on the . • You’ll be taught how to assess students and give confident, supportive and advanced adjustments and assists • Practical lessons on proper technique and safe alignment • How to energetically and physically connect with your students and support them during yoga practice • One-on-one feedback, guidance and coaching in a fun, supportive and safe environment to build your confidence and craft

Practical Teaching Yoga Skills You’ll build confidence in the classroom and gain practical teaching skills with personal coaching and guidance. We know that all yoga teachers come to Teacher Training with different backgrounds and abilities. This course has been created to help you discover which areas you can improve on and will give you the opportunity to have a more intimate, advanced conversation with yourself as a teacher, and your students. • Developing cues, your authentic voice and language • How to incorporate yoga philosophy and theming into your classes • You’ll learn sequencing, how to theme and build towards peak poses, and develop your own advanced asana poses with the assists that accompany them. • Explore clever sequencing, theming and building towards peak poses • Develop your ability and confidence in design and deliver creative sequences Elective  Vinyasa Yoga  Gentle Yoga Title of the Course: “200 hr Yoga Teacher’s Training Course in Hatha Yoga”. Fee: INR 50,000(For Indian citizens only), for foreigners USD 800.

 Yoga Book (06), T-Shirt (1), Catheter Tube (1), Jala Neti Pot (1).

 Excluded with accommodation and food. Excursion: Fees are calculated excluding the educational excursion expenses. Note: Minimum of 06 student enrollment required to start the batch. Duration: 3 Months. Medium of Instruction: English Yoga Styles  Hatha Yoga(B.K.S. Iyengar Alignment Principles & Satyananda Style)  Vinyasa Yoga  Gentle Yoga Scheme of Study: Theory - 50 % & Practical Training - 50 % About the course facilitator: Dr. S. Karuna Murthy Number of Seats: Intake Capacity: 11 Training Venue: No. 1271, 20th Main, 2nd Phase, J. P. Nagar, Bangalore -78 Land Mark: Behind Central Mall. Make-Up Classes: Students are able to make up a maximum of 10 classes. Student Conduct: Students are expected to act in an appropriate, respectful and professional manner at all times whilst in attendance at the karuna Yoga. Please come to class neat, tidy and appropriately dressed. Please do not wear overpowering perfumes, oils etc.

Sample Schedule 10:00-10:30 Techniques, Training and Practice 10:30-11:00 Anatomy and Physiology/ Upanisad 11:00-12:00 Asana/Hatha Yoga 12:00-01:00 Vinyasa/Gentle Yoga 13:00-14:00 Lunch 14:00-15:00 Restorative Yoga 15:00-15:30 Teaching Methodology 15:30-17:00 Patanjali Yoga Sutra/Bhagavad-Gita

Fees (200 hr Yoga Teacher Training course) Payment Methods:  The fees is payable online/cheque/cash/Phonepe/Google Pay.  Course Facilitators – Dr. S. Karuna Murthy Pay through PhonePe or Google Pay(9686549129).

Pay through Net Banking: Bank Name : HDFC BANK ACCOUNT Account Holder Name: KARUNA MURTHY. S Account No : 501 0000 519 6219 Account Type : Saving Account IFSC Code : HDFC0000885 (5th character is zero) MICR Code : 560240029 Branch Code : 000885 Branch : Bangalore Address : N0. 71, 1st Cross, BTM Layout, 2nd Stage, Next to Karanth Hospital, Bangalore, Pincode: 560068

Course Completion Requirements Assessment and Certification The students are continuously assessed throughout the course at all levels. There will be a practical as well as written examination at the end of the course to evaluate the understanding of the philosophy of Yoga and skills of the students. Participant should pass all different aspects of the course to be eligible for the Yoga teacher Training Course.

Assessment is based on 1. Regular attendance of all classes. 2. Attitude and behaviour inside and outside of the ashram while attending the course. 3. Performance and attitude in the practical asana, pranayama, bandhas and kriya classes. 4. Hatha yoga teaching skills. 5. Written daily summary of the main philosophy classes and Hatha yoga theory classes. 6. Upon successful completion of the course students receive the Certificate of the Karuna Yoga.

Project Writing  Project Writing(for 100 pages)

Tutorials, Assignment and Examination  Trainee will be required to engage in self-study and submit daily & weekly assignments on the basis of the day’s lectures and discussions.  There will be a practical and a theory exam at the end of the course to assess the students on their learning, practice and teaching during the Teacher Training Course. WHO WILL TEACH YOU ? Dr. S. Karuna Murthy, M.Sc, Ph.D, E-RYT 500 Dr. S. Karuna Murthy is the Director and Founder of Karuna Yoga and he has been practicing yoga since the age of 18, Inspired by Swami Sivananda, founder of Divine Life Society.

Dr. S. Karuna Murthy is a living Yogi. He is a Master Yogi who is well versed with the greatest Yoga traditions with modern scientific view he teaches. Hatha Yoga as taught in the Sivananda tradition and Yoga Therapy, SVYASA Bangalore, tradition is his expertise. A practical Yogi, practicing multi styles of Yoga, in depth of understanding, as Yoga is unique in uniting Body, Mind and Soul.

He served as a Yoga therapist at S-VYASA, Bangalore, as a yoga lecturer at Bharathidasan University and at overseas as a yoga instructor at Cali wow fitness center. Dr. S. Karuna Murthy has completed M.Sc in Yoga from Yoga Anusandhana Samasthana University & Ph. D from Bharathidasan University, also Teacher Training Course (TTC) 200hr and Advance Teacher Training Course (ATTC) 500hr, and too registered E-RYT-500 with American yoga alliance(USA), which reflects his in depth knowledge and expertise in context of Yoga. His life is totally dedicated to the teaching and spreading his great knowledge and experience.

Dr. Rathi, B.D.S. Dr. Rathi, a dentist who discovered a love for Yoga in 2011. Have been teaching and practicing regularly Yoga since then…. finding joy in evolving both. Flow Vinyasa Yoga is her basic style. I am committed to correct and safe alignment practice through knowledge on anatomy, body mechanics and use of props during a sequence whenever required. A Yoga Alliance certified Prenatal Yoga teacher, have taught several mothers the art of easy birthing, being a mother of two herself. Experienced in handling large corporate groups, students aspiring to be Yoga teachers and people from all walks of life around the globe. She is fluent in Fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada and Tamil.

Dr. Siddhartha M.Sc, Ph.D. Chow Siddhartha (Chametcha Singphow) studied yoga systematically undergoing Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor and Master Degree courses in Yoga under the internationally renowned yoga experts Dr. R. Nagarathna, MD, FRCP and Dr. H.R. Nagendra, Ph.D. at SVYASA University, Bangalore, India.

Later, he served as the Head of the Department of Back Pain Section at Arogyadhama, the yoga therapy hospital attached to the university for 5 years. During this period Chow Siddhartha taught yoga therapy to under graduate and postgraduate students at the university and also helped hundreds of patients hailing from different parts of the world to overcome their back pain through non-invasive yoga therapy management and rehabilitation. Chow Siddhartha started learning yoga when he was a young student for 6 years at a Buddhist Monastery of North East India. Before joining SVYASA University, Bangalore in 2001 he underwent systematic yoga training at Vivekananda Kendra, Dibrugarh, Assam, India for 5 years.

Chow Siddhartha is also an ardent practitioner of vipassana meditation. He had undergone many vipassana meditation courses of Sri Sri Satya Narayan Goenkaji. His love for vipassana meditation had its beginning when he was a young novice under venerable Wannasara Mahathera at the Buddhist Monastery.

Yogi Suhas Teaching Hatha Yoga for over five years, Yogi Suhas has earned his good name in motivating students with utmost professionalism. He helps students gain an understanding on body alignment and asana. His passion in yoga is visible in the classes he takes; students find his classes highly effective. Yoga has been his part of life since his childhood. Yogi Suhas help students plunge into what he has been teaching with enthusiasm and open mind. Suhas has completed Graduation degree in Commerce and 200 hrs Yoga Teacher Training course, from Karuna Yoga Vidya Peetham, Bangalore, India.

Atul Kumar Goel, M. Sc., RYT-500. Atul Kumar Goel is the Founder Director of Anushasan Yoga. He is well versed with Hatha Yoga tradition with modern medical and scientific approach. His approach towards yoga is to bring balance between body and mind with breathing as a tool.

He started his yoga journey in Himachal Pradesh University shimla with diploma in yoga studies. He completed his masters in yogic sciences from Gurukul Kangri University Haridwar. integrated approach of yoga therapy (IAYT) from SVYASA Bangalore and RYT 200 Yoga Alliance (USA). He served as yoga teacher, lecturer and yoga therapist in different corporate companies. He regularly conduct regular workshops on different streams of yoga.

Dinesh Thakur Motivated Yoga Instructor with advanced training in Yoga and specialization in Hatha Yoga principles. Enjoy inspiring others to improve wellness and commit to long term health and fitness goals. Energetic and outgoing with collaborative spirit. • Teach student correct postures to ensure maximum benefit and • Work with students of all body types and fitness and customizing the program • Pay attention to need of every student throughout the • Teach various styles, Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Pranayama, • More than 150 hours of teaching experience (Personal and Group Classes).

Admission Process Karuna Yoga Vidya Peetham will review the applications and select the applicants according to the norms of the current section procedure pursued by the Board of Studies.

Application and Admission Requirements Checklist of documents to enclose with this application: 1. Current passport-size photos (2) 2. Certificate of educational qualifications 3. Photocopy of Drivers license / Voters ID / Aadhaar card 4. Photocopy of passport and visa (overseas applicants) 5. Medical Fitness Certificate 6. Curriculum vitae (CV) 7. Filled in application form Written Examination: Each applicant will also be required to write and send in an essay (each 1000 words) on any two of the questions given below: Sample Questions: 1. Relevance of Yoga in today’s world 2. Why do you wish to become a Yoga teacher? 3. What is your own understanding of Yoga? Write from your experience. 4. Do you think Yoga will help in personal transformation? If yes, how?

Interview: On receipt and approval of your application. Each applicant will be required to attend an online interview via Zoom or Skype with one of the members of the selection committee.

Response: After the evaluation and selection procedure is over, selected applicants will be notified.

CONTACT NUMBERS AND ASSISTANCE

Whom to Contact: Mr. Murthy the course facilitators. Any yoga questions should be directed to Mr. Murthy. All administration and payment queries should be emailed to [email protected] Course Queries: If needed once you commence you can arrange a meeting with Mr. Murthy, to go over the course and answer any questions you may have please email [email protected] to arrange an appointment.

Email contact: [email protected] Student Grievances and Complaints: Student grievances and complaints will only be accepted in writing to the Director of the yoga centre (Mr. Murthy (+91 9686549129). They will be responded to and remedied as soon as possible.

Other General Information: Please Contact (Mr. Murthy +91 9686549129)

Training Venue Office Address No. 1271, 20th Main, 2nd Phase, No.162/1(Ground Floor), 7th ABC Cross, J. P. Nagar, Bangalore – 78 Venkatapura Main Road, Koramangala Land Mark: Behind Central Mall & Near Bangalore – 560034 Samatvam Diabetic Centre

Frequently Asked Questions I am travelling to india for the first time. Is their anything I need to know? Our confirmation email contains detailed information regarding transportation and fromom the course site. Indian visa and health recommendations, and FAQ s about the location and daily schedule. If you have any questions before receiving the confirmation email or if any questions has not been answered, please fel free to contact us anytime by email, whatsapp or phone. We are happy to support you in your first journay to india. What is the prcess to register? if you are intrested in any of our yoga teacher trainings, please fill out the registration form on our websire http://www.karunayoga.in/application-for-admission/ once your application is approved deposit must be made to hold your spot in the course. Full payments due weeks prior to start date of the course, as specified in our confrimation email. Can I take yoga as soon as I complete this course? You will leave the curse with the knwledge and skill to teach hatha yga clasees and we recommend that you do so. Teacher training is the very first step on a continued learning journey to becoming the yoga teacher you can be, and teaching practice is crucial, as with anything else in life. If you wish to teach in a studio, you may be asked to present your graduation certificate and register with the yoga allaince. This course prepares you with the foundational requirement of yoga teacher training course.

Do you speak any other languages than english ? The course language is english. Ur team member also speaks tamil, kannada, hindi. is this course only for people who want t teach yoga ? Many people attend the training sessin to learn more about the postures, benefits and alignmnets for theis own bodeis/or to take time to connest t themselves and deepen their yoga practice. Each session typically has a mix of people explorong the possibility of teach ing and those seeking personal development.

Do I need to be a yoga expert to take this training? No. this training is designed to meet you wherever you are in oyur jurney. Prior practice of yoga is suggested but by no means necessary. People have attended in the past with just a little experience, alongside those who have been practicing for many years. The course typically has nice balance of expereince, ages and objectives.

TESTIOMONIAL & REVIEW

Moulya Varma Excellent. The classes were very easy to understand and always dependent on the level of the students and I felt comfortable at all times, felt treated with love and respect and felt I was in presence of a true teacher. The course gives a good background knowledge of theory, as well as practice. The teacher are very professional and supportive to students. I have enjoyed the course very much and made many friends.The yoga and meditation 200 hour course was for me all that I needed and was looking for, I'm very grateful for all that I've learned, and im looking forward to learn more from them. Karuna murthy and rati rao are the great teachers and very approachable and knowledgeable. I would recommend them especially for beginners, who need special attention and personal care. Karuna murthy sir can be a very responsible friend who knows how to take care of students even outside the yoga studio. The amount of knowledge that I have obtained at karuna yoga vidya peetham is life changing. I’m so happy I chose my yoga teacher training with karuna yoga vidya peetam because they really the best knowledgeable teachers. @ Dr karuna murthy and Dr rati rao. Hope everyone who is searching for a true yoga and had a passion to learn and teach yoga this is best place u can come.

Nikeetha B I can't say enough about how thrilled I am to have found yoga at Karuna Yoga Vidya Peetham.

Excellent yoga school for an integrated practice that is traditional yet modern. A great place to grow as a yogi and learn proper alignment and more challenging postures. I have travelled from Canada to visit my parents and I have been in search of a nice yoga studio in Bengaluru. Sadly, I've been noticing a trend among teachers and studios and that is they aren't giving any personal attention to their students. I now typically find that instructors will stand in front of the class but seldom do any of them give valuable personal corrections. That is not the case at Karuna Yoga. The instructors Dr. Karuna Murthy and Dr. Rathi Rao at Karuna yoga are very diligent about teaching proper form and giving personal attention. Karuna sir is very welcoming and has been in touch on whatsapp throughout my 200 hours TTC. He always helped me with ideas to open my own studio in Canada. He sometimes cheers us up with jokes but I never told him his sense of humour is average ฀. He will know it now ฀. I made a lot of friends here and all of us girls in this batch. we are all going to be best pals forever. My yoginis Premanjali, Moulya, Prasanna, Latha, Sukruthi and Rengmirso. I am terribly going to miss this studio, friends and instructors. Such a yogic, beautiful and spiritual month. I highly recommend Karuna yoga Vidya Peetham If you are looking for yoga classes where you can grow your practise. If you want to take your yoga practice to the next level - be it meditation, physical asana, or philosophy and history - this is the school for you. It's serious but light hearted and the teachers are approachable and knowledgeable. Hands down. Five stars!

Madhalasa Varma Happy to be part of YTT program at karuna yoga vidya peetham .Very good place to learn yoga for all levels. Beginner, intermediate and advanced. Very interesting and useful asanas has been taught here. I like to grow myself as a yogini from this place.Nice place for beginners. Karuna sir is very good teacher. Each class is innovative, has different techniques to learn and push the body for better strength and flexibility.Such a wonderful place to start a new journey towards spirituality and healthy lifestyle..rati mam was such a knowledgeable and wonderful mentor who treats and supports everyone equally ,am really lucky and proud to be a part karuna yoga vidya peetham institute.. guys if r really looking for a right place to learn yoga or to become yoga teacher here is the right platform.

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DETAILED SYLLABUS 200 hr Yoga Teacher Training Certificate Course 1. Techniques, Training and Practice

2. Teaching Methodology

3. Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology & Bio-Mechanism

4. Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, Health & Wellness

5. Practicum

6. Elective Paper

7. Project Work 1. Training and Practice 1. Mantras 1. Gayathri Mantra 2. Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra 3. Santhi Mantra 4. Patanjali Mantra 5. Pranayama Mantra 6. Surya Namaskara Mantra 7. Astanga Yoga Mantra 8. Guru Mantra 9. Vedic Mantras 10. Dhyana Mantra 11. Pratahsmaranam 2. Surya Namaskara (sun salutation) Beginners Level 1. Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) Sivananada School of Yoga Style 2. Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) Satyananada School of Yoga Style 3. Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) Vivekananada School of Yoga Style Intermediate Level 4. Chandra Namaskara (Moon Salutation) 5. Astanga Surya Namaskara – A Advanced Level 6. Astanga Surya Namaskara - B

3. Asanas 3.1. Standing Asana Beginners Level 1. Samasthiti(upright or still) 2. – (mountain pose) 3. Ardhakati Cakrasana(half lateral wheel pose) 4. Vrksasana (tree pose) 5. Ardha (standing half forward bend) 6. Padahastasana (hand to foot pose) 7. Ardha (half wheel pose) 8. Utthita Vayu Muktasana(standing wind releasing pose) Intermediate Level 9. (eagle pose) 10. (mighty pose) 11. Utthita (extended triangle pose) 12. Parivritta Trikonasana (revolved triangle pose) 13. (extended side angle pose) 14. Parivritta Utthita Parsvakonasana (revolved extended side angle pose) 15. Parsvottanasana(side intense stretch) 16. -1 (warrior -1) 17. Virabhadrasana -2(warrior-2) Advanced Level 18. Padangusthasana( holding the big toes) 19. (half moon pose) 20. Parivrtta ardha Chandrasana (revolved half moon pose) 21. Parivrtta Baddha Parsvakonasana (revolved bound side angle) 22. Urdhva Prasarita Ekapadasana(upward one leg) 23. Virabhadrasana -3(warrior-3) 24. Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana (half bound lotus intense stretch) 25. (Lord of the dance Pose) 26. (legs widespread intense stretch) 27. Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana(intense arms hold big toe) 28. Malasana (garland pose)

3.2. Kneeling Asana Beginners Level 29. (diamond pose) 30. (Child’s Pose) or Shashankasana ( moon or hare pose) 31. Madukasana(Frog Pose) or Bhadrasana (gracious pose) 32. Marjaryasana(Cat Pose) 33. Vyaghrasana(Tiger Pose) Intermediate Level 34. (hero pose) 35. (camel pose) Advanced Level 36. (gate pose) 37. Supta Virasana (recline hero pose)

3.3. Sitting Asana Beginners Level 37. (Easy pose) 38. (Staff Pose) 39. Swastik Asana(auspicious pose) 40. (adept pose) 41. Padmasana(lotus pose) Intermediate Level 42. Janu Sirsasana (Head to Knee Pose) 43. Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana(revolved knee to head pose) 44. (ugrasana or brahmacharyasana) 45. Purvauttansana(east intense stretch pose) 46. (cow face resembling) 47. (name of the sage mariachi) 48. Ardha (half boat) 49. Upavistha Konasana(wide angle seated forward bend pose) 50. (bounded angle pose) 51. Ardha (half spinal twist) 52. Yogamudrasana(yoga gesture or psychic union pose) 53. (lion gesture) 54. Parvatasana(mountain pose) Advanced Level 55. Ardha Padma Paschimottanasana(half lotus west intense stretch pose) 56. Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana(half bounded lotus west intense stretch pose) 57. (Bharadvaja was the father of drona) 58. Paripurna Navasana (complete boat pose) 59. Ubhaya Padangustasana(ubhaya - both, padangusta - big toe) 60. Merudandasana (spinal column pose) 61. Goraksasana(cowherd) 62. Simhasana - 2(lion pose) 63. Trianga Mukhaikapda Paschimottanasana(three limbs facing intense west stretch pose) 64. (front full split or hindu monkey god) 65. Krounchasana(heron pose) 66. Urdhva Padmasana(Upward Lotus Pose) or (swinging pose) 67. Akarna (heel touches the ear as an archer pulls the bowstring) 68. Eka Pada Raja (single leg king pigeon pose) 69. Eka Pada Sirasana(one leg behind head pose) 70. (cockerel pose)

3.4. Supine Asana (on back) Beginners Level 71. (corpse pose) 72. Ananda Balasana (happy baby pose) 73. Supta Pawanmuktasana (wind relieving pose) 74. Setu Bandha (bridge lock Sarvangasana) Intermediate Level 75. (abdomen twisting pose) 76. Salamba Sarvangasana(supported Sarvangasana) 77. (fish pose) 78. Supta Konasana(reclining angle pose) 79. Urdhva Cakrasana(upward wheel pose) Advanced Level 80. (Vishnu couch pose) 81. Eka Pada (single leg bridge pose) 82. Niralamba Sarvangasana (without support Sarvangasana) 83. (supine holding big toe) 84. (Plough Pose) 85. Karnapidasana(ear pressure pose) 86. Dwi Pada (both feet reverse stick pose) 87. Eka Pada Urdhva Dhanurasana(single leg upward bow pose) 88. Pindasana in Sarvangasana(embryo or fetus pose) 89. Urdhva Padmasana in Sarvangasana (upward lotus pose in sarvangasana)

3. 5. Prone Asana (abdomen) Beginners Level 90. (crocodile pose) 91. Ardha Shalabhasana(half locust pose) 92. (locust Pose) 93. Sarpasana(snake pose) 94. (serpent pose) 95. Ardha Dhanurasana (half bow) Intermediate Level 96. Dhanurasana(bow pose) 97. Urdhva Mukha Svanasana(upward facing dog pose) Advanced Level 98. Parsva Dhanurasana(sideways bow pose) 99. (toad or frog pose)

3. 6. Arm Balancing and Head Standing Asana Intermediate Level 100. Phalakasana(plank pose) or Santolanasana (balancing pose) 101. (four limbed staff pose) 102. Tolasana(scale pose) 103. Purvottanasana(east intense stretch) Advanced Level 104. (crane) 105. (mayura means a peacock) 106. Padma Mayurasana(lotus peacock pose) 107. 108. 109. Eka Pada Bakasana 110. Eka Pada Galavasana 111. Eka pada Koundinyanasana(Single Leg Sage Koundinyan Pose) 112. Vasisthasana 113. Kukkutasana(lifted cockerel pose) 114. Pincha Mayurasana 115. Salamba Sirsasana 116. Salamba Sirsasana

4. Pranayama 4.1. Introduction 4.2. Four aspects of pranayama 1. Pooraka or inhalation 2. Rechaka or exhalation 3. Antar kumbhaka or internal breath retention 4. Bahir kumbhaka or external breath retention. 4.3. The Pranic body 4.4. Breath, health and pranayama 4.5. Breathing and life span 4.6. General notes for the practitioner 4.7. Natural breathing 4.8. Abdominal (or diaphragmatic) breathing 4.9. Thoracic Breathing 4.10. Clavicular Breathing 4.11. Full Yogic Breathing 4.12. Kapalbhati Pranayama (frontal brain cleansing breath) 4.13. Bhastrika Pranayama (bellows breath) 4.14. Nadi Shodhana Pranayama (psychic network purification) 4. 15. Ujjayi Pranayama (the psychic breath) 4. 16. Chandra Bhedana Pranayama (calming energy) 4.17. Surya Bhedana Pranayama (stimulating vitality) 4.18. Sheetali Pranayama(cooling pranayama) 4.19. Sheetkari Pranayama (hissing breath) 4.20. Bhramari Pranayama (humming bee breath)

5. Mudra 5.1. Introduction 5.2. Mudras and prana 5.3. A scientific look at mudras 5.4. Five Groups of Yoga Mudras i) Jnana Mudra (psychic gesture of knowledge) ii)Chin Mudra (psychic gesture of consciousness) iii)Bhairava Mudra (fierce or terrifying attitude) iv)Hridaya Mudra (heart gesture) v)Shambhavi Mudra (eyebrow centre gazing) vi)Nasikagra (gaze at tip of nose) vii)Khechari Mudra (tongue lock) viii) Shanmukhi Mudra (closing the seven gates) ix)Vipareeta Karani Mudra (inverted psychic attitude) x)Pashinee Mudra (folded psychic attitude) xi)Tadagi Mudra (barrelled abdomen technique) xii)Prana Mudra xiii)Yoga Mudra (attitude of psychic union) xiv)Manduki Mudra (gesture of the frog) xv)Maha Mudra (great psychic attitude) xvi) Maha Bheda Mudra (the great separating attitude) xvii) Maha Vedha Mudra (the great piercing attitude) xviii) Ashwini Mudra (horse gesture)

6. Bandhas 6.1. Introduction 6.2. Granthis Brahma Granthi Vishnu Granthi Rudra Granthi 6.3. Bandhas(locks) 1. Jalandhara Bandha 2. Moola Bandha 3. Uddiyana Bandha 4. Maha Bandha

7. Pratyahara (withdrawal of the mind, from its sense object) 7.1. Yoga Nidra 7. 2. Japa and Ajapa japa

8. Dharana (concentration) 8.1. Trataka (concentrated gazing) 8.2. Antar Trataka 8.3. Shambhavi Mudra (eyebrow centre gazing) 8.4. Nasikagra Drishti (nose tip gazing)

9. Dhyana (meditation) 9.1. Meditation on Breath 9.2. Mantra Meditation (Sacred Syllable Chanting Meditation) 9.3. Counting Beads

10. Shatkarma(internal cleansing) 1. Jala Neti (nasal cleansing with water) 2. Sutra Neti (nasal cleansing with thread) 3. Vaman Dhauti (regurgitative cleansing) 4. Shankhaprakshalana(cleansing entire digestive tract)

2. Teaching Methodology 1. Introduction 1.1. Trend of Teaching 1.2. Methodology 1.3. Need of Yoga Teaching Method 1.4. Importance of Teaching Method 2. Physical Setting i) Dedicated space ii) Floor iii) Walls iv) Air v) Light vi) Music vii) Aroma viii) Props ix) Mats x) Blankets xi) Bolsters xii) Blocks xiii) Straps xiv) Chairs 3. Class Etiquette i) Cleanliness ii) Scents iii) Attire iv) Bare Feet v) Talking vi) Arriving/Departing 4. Classroom Setup and Orientation 4.1. Layout of the room & Placing Mat 5. Waking Up the Spiritual Environment i) Greeting your class ii) Getting situated iii) Setting intention iv) Chanting the sound of aum v) Guiding asana as meditation vi) Rhythm of Nature vii) Ambiance 6. Voice and Language 7. Querying new students 1. Practiced yoga? Style? Duration? Frequency? 2. Any injuries 3. Are you pregnant? 4. Daily work or lifestyle? 5. Any physical exercise? 8. Class Levels and Prerequisites 8.1. Beginners, Intermediate, Advance, & Mixed class 9. Instructing Asanas i) Breath, alignment, Chakras, Variations ii) Modifications, Props, Transition in & Out iii) General & Individual Guidance a) Positioning and Demonstration b) In-the-flow demonstration c) Gather-around demonstration 10. Partner Standing Observation i. Feet ii. Achilles iii. Calves iv. Knees v. Hips vi. Arms vii. Shoulders viii. Head ix. Ear x. Shoulder & hip xi. Upper back hunched (kyphosis) xii. Chest xiii. Pelvis xiv. Knee &ankle 11. Ethics in Teaching and Touching i)Yama ii)Niyama 12. Practice Teaching Observation 13. Motivational skills 14. Positive feedback on student practice 15. Different learning styles Visual learning Auditory learning Kinesthetic 16. Self-Reflection while Instructing 17. Student Feedback on Your Class 18. Evaluation and reflection of personal practice 19. Yoga Marketing 20. Assignments

Techniques 11. Techniques in General 11.1. General Principles of Yogic Practices 11.2. Asana Laboratory Observation I. Breath and general vibe II. Feet and ankles III. Knees IV. Pelvis V. Spine VI. Rib cage VII. Chest and collarbones VIII. Shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers IX. Where is the model's energy? 11.3. Basic Elements of Asana Practice 11.3.1. Being Present 11.3.2. Relaxing 11.3.3. Breathing 11.4. General Principles in Giving Physical Cues and Adjustments 11.5. How Not to Touch 11.5.1. Distally 11.5.2. Forcefully 11.5.3. Meanderingly 11.5.4. Blindly 11.5.5. Destabilizing 11.5.6. Randomly 11.5.7. Inappropriately 11.6. Modifications, Variations, and the Use of Props 11.6.1. Props help students find stability and ease 11.7. Pacing and Holding Asanas 11.7.1. Basic considerations 11.7.2. Class definition 11.7.3. Student ability 11.7.4. Class theme 11.7.5. Time constraints 11.8.1. Individualizing Instruction 11.9. Transitioning into Asanas 11.10. Transitioning out of Asanas 11.1. Seven Principles of Hands on Adjustments Principle 1: Teach What You Know Principle 2: Ask Permission to Touch Principle 3: Have Clear Intention Principle 4: Move with the Breath Principle 5: Honor Safe Biomechanics Principle 6: Teach Essential Asana Elements Stability and ease Alignment principles Transitioning in, refining, and transitioning out Principle 7: Support Stable Foundations 11.2. Qualities of Touch 1. Awakening or relaxing: 2. Clarifying 3. Stabilizing 4. Emphasizing 5. Moving 6. Grounding 7. Comforting Asana Techniques 12. Asana Techniques 1. Hatha Yoga View on Asana 2. Patanjali concept on Asana 12.1. Classification of Asana 1. Beginners 2. Intermediate 3. Advanced 12.2. Isometric static & Dynamic Asana 12.3. Modern Perspective view on Asana 13. StandingAsana 13.2. Sequencing Cues for 14. Forward Bending Asana 15. Hip Opening Asana 16. Seated Asana 17. Twisting Asana 18. Inverted Asana 18.1. 1. Inversions and Menstruation 18.1. Sequencing Cues for Inverted Asana 19. Back bending Asana 19.1. Sequencing Cues for Backward Bending Asana 20. Core Asana 20.1. Sequencing Cue for Core Asana 21. ArmBalancing Asana 21.1. Sequencing Cues for Arm Balancing Asana 22. Basic Arc Structure of Classes 22. 1. Initiating the Yogic Process 22. 2. Warming the Body 22. 3. Pathway to the Peak 22. 4. Exploring the Peak 22. 5. Integration 23. Principles of Sequencing Asana 23. 1. Applied Parinamavada(theory of transformation) 23. 2. Move from Simple to Complex Asanas 23. 3. Move from Dynamic to Static Exploration 23. 4. Sattvic Effect: Cultivating Energetic Balance 23. 5. Pratikriyasana(counter pose) 24. Sequencing Within and Across Asana Families 24.1. Surya Namaskara and Fluid Flow Sequences 24.2. Standing Asanas 24.3. Abdominal Core 24.4. Arm Balances 24.5. Backbends 24. 6. Twists 24.7. ForwardBends 24.8. Hip Openers 24.9. Inversions 5. Practicum * Trainee should take following yoga classes P1. Surya Namaskara (sun salutation) Beginners Level 1. Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) Sivananada School of Yoga Style 2. Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) Satyananada School of Yoga Style 3. Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation) Vivekananada School of Yoga Style P2. Intermediate Level 4. Chandra Namaskara (Moon Salutation) 5. Astanga Surya Namaskara – A P3. Advanced Level 6. Astanga Surya Namaskara - B

P4. Standing Asana Beginners Level 1. Samasthiti(upright or still) 2. Tadasana – (mountain pose) 3. Ardhakati Cakrasana(half lateral wheel pose) 4. Vrksasana (tree pose) 5. Ardha Uttanasana(standing half forward bend) 6. Padahastasana (hand to foot pose) 7. Ardha Chakrasana (half wheel pose) 8. Utthita Vayu Muktasana(standing wind releasing pose) P5. Intermediate Level 9. Garudasana (eagle pose) 10. Utkatasana (mighty pose) 11. Utthita Trikonasana (extended triangle pose) 12. Parivritta Trikonasana (revolved triangle pose) 13. Utthita Parsvakonasana (extended side angle pose) 14. Parivritta Utthita Parsvakonasana (revolved extended side angle pose) 15. Parsvottanasana(side intense stretch) 16. Virabhadrasana -1 (warrior -1) 17. Virabhadrasana -2(warrior-2) P6. Advanced Level 18. Padangusthasana( holding the big toes) 19. Ardha Chandrasana (half moon pose) 20. Parivrtta ardha Chandrasana (revolved half moon pose) 21. Parivrtta Baddha Parsvakonasana (revolved bound side angle) 22. Urdhva Prasarita Ekapadasana(upward split one leg) 23. Virabhadrasana -3(warrior-3) 24. Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana (half bound lotus intense stretch) 25. Natarajasana(Lord of the dance Pose) 26. Prasarita Padottanasana(legs widespread intense stretch) 27. Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana(intense arms hold big toe) 28. Malasana (garland pose) P7. Beginners Level 29. Vajrasana (diamond pose) 30. Balasana(Child’s Pose) or Shashankasana ( moon or hare pose) 31. Madukasana(Frog Pose) or Bhadrasana (gracious pose) 32. Marjaryasana(Cat Pose) 33. Vyaghrasana(Tiger Pose) P8. Intermediate Level 34. Virasana (hero pose) 35. Ustrasana(camel pose) P9. Advanced Level 36. Parighasana (gate pose) 37. Supta Virasana (recline hero pose)

Seated Asana P10. Beginners Level 37. Sukhasana(Easy pose) 38. Dandasana (Staff Pose) 39. Swastik Asana(auspicious pose) 40. Siddhasana(adept pose) 41. Padmasana(lotus pose) P11. Intermediate Level 42. Janu Sirsasana (Head to Knee Pose) 43. Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana(revolved knee to head pose) 44. Paschimottanasana(ugrasana or brahmacharyasana) 45. Purvauttansana(east intense stretch pose) 46. Gomukhasana(cow face resembling) 47. Marichyasana(name of the sage mariachi) 48. Ardha Navasana (half boat) 49. Upavistha Konasana(wide angle seated forward bend pose) 50. Baddha Konasana(bounded angle pose) 51. Ardha Matsyendrasana (half spinal twist) 52. Yogamudrasana(yoga gesture or psychic union pose) 53. Simhasana(lion gesture) 54. Parvatasana(mountain pose) P12. Advanced Level 55. Ardha Padma Paschimottanasana(half lotus west intense stretch pose) 56. Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana(half bounded lotus west intense stretch pose) 57. Bharadvajasana(Bharadvaja was the father of drona) 58. Paripurna Navasana (complete boat pose) 59. Ubhaya Padangustasana(ubhaya - both, padangusta - big toe) 60. Merudandasana (spinal column pose) 61. Goraksasana(cowherd) 62. Simhasana - 2(lion pose) 63. Trianga Mukhaikapda Paschimottanasana(three limbs facing intense west stretch pose) 64. Hanumanasana(front full split or hindu monkey god) 65. Krounchasana(heron pose) 66. Urdhva Padmasana(Upward Lotus Pose) or Lolasana (swinging pose) 67. (heel touches the ear as an archer pulls the bowstring) 68. Eka Pada Raja kapotasana(single leg king pigeon pose) 69. Eka Pada Sirasana(one leg behind head pose) 70. Kukkutasana(cockerel pose)

Supine Asana(on back) P13. Beginners Level 72. Ananda Balasana (happy baby pose) 73. Supta Pawanmuktasana (wind relieving pose) 74. Setu Bandha Sarvangasana(bridge lock Sarvangasana) P14. Intermediate Level 75. Jathara Parivartanasana(abdomen twisting pose) 76. Salamba Sarvangasana(supported Sarvangasana) 77. Matsyasana(fish pose) 78. Supta Konasana(reclining angle pose) 79. Urdhva Cakrasana(upward wheel pose) P15.Advanced Level 80. Anantasana(Vishnu couch pose) 81. Eka Pada Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (single leg bridge pose) 82. Niralamba Sarvangasana (without support Sarvangasana) 83. Supta Padangusthasana(supine holding big toe) 84. Halasana(Plough Pose) 85. Karnapidasana(ear pressure pose) 86. Dwi Pada Viparita Dandasana(both feet reverse stick pose) 87. Eka Pada Urdhva Dhanurasana(single leg upward bow pose) 88. Pindasana in Sarvangasana(embryo or fetus pose) 89. Urdhva Padmasana in Sarvangasana (upward lotus pose in sarvangasana)

Prone Asana(on abdomen) P16. Beginners Level 90. Makarasana (crocodile pose) 91. Ardha Shalabhasana(half locust pose) 92. Salabhasana (locust Pose) 93. Sarpasana(snake pose) 94. Bhujangasana(serpent pose) 95. Ardha Dhanurasana (half bow) P17. Intermediate Level 96. Dhanurasana(bow pose) 97. Urdhva Mukha Svanasana(upward facing dog pose) P18. Advanced Level 98. Parsva Dhanurasana(sideways bow pose) 99. Bhekasana(toad or frog pose) Balancing Asana P19. Intermediate Level 100. Phalakasana(plank pose) or Santolanasana (balancing pose) 101. Chaturanga Dandasana(four limbed staff pose) 102. Tolasana(scale pose) 103. Purvottanasana(east intense stretch) P20. Advanced Level 104. Bakasana(crane) 105. Mayurasana (mayura means a peacock) 106. Padma Mayurasana(lotus peacock pose) 107. Astavakrasana 108. Bhujapidasana 109. Eka Pada Bakasana 110. Eka Pada Galavasana 111. Eka pada Koundinyanasana(Single Leg Sage Koundinyan Pose) 112. Vasisthasana 113. Kukkutasana(lifted cockerel pose) 114. Pincha Mayurasana 115. Salamba Sirsasana 116. Salamba Sirsasana

P21. Pranayama 4.8. Abdominal (or diaphragmatic) breathing 4.9. Thoracic Breathing 4.10. Clavicular Breathing 4.11. Full Yogic Breathing P22. Pranayama 4.12. Kapalbhati Pranayama (frontal brain cleansing breath) 4.13. Bhastrika Pranayama (bellows breath) P23. Pranayama 4.14. Nadi Shodhana Pranayama (psychic network purification) 4. 15. Ujjayi Pranayama (the psychic breath) 4. 16. Chandra Bhedana Pranayama (calming energy) 4.17. Surya Bhedana Pranayama (stimulating vitality) P24. Pranayama 4.18. Sheetali Pranayama(cooling pranayama) 4.19. Sheetkari Pranayama (hissing breath) 4.20. Bhramari Pranayama (humming bee breath) P25. Shavasana (corpse pose) P26. Yoga Nidra

3. Yoga, Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology & Bio-Mechanism 1. Introduction 1.1. Anatomy 1.2. Physiology 1.3. Anatomical Terminology 1.4. Directional terms i) Superior or cranial ii) Inferior or caudal iii) Posterior or dorsal iv) Lateral v) Proximal vi) Distal vii) Medial viii) Anterior or ventral 1. 5. Chemical to Organism level 1.6. Different Systems of the Body i) The Locomotor System ii) The Blood-Vascular System iii) The Digestive System iv) The Respiratory System v) The Ductless Glands vi)The Urogenital System vii)The Nervous System viii)The Special Sense organs ix) The Excretory System 2. Respiratory system 2.1. Gaseous Exchange 2.2. Respiratory System a. Nasal Cavity b. Pharynx c. Larynx d. Trachea (wind pipe) e. Bronchi f. Bronchioles g. Alveoli (Air sacs) 2.3. Lungs 2.4. Pleura 2.5. Bronchi 2. 6. Pulmonary Ventilation 2.7. Respiration mechanism a) Shallow breathing b) Deep Breathing c) Unconscious control of breathing d) Conscious control of breathing 2.8. Lung Volume 3. Muscular System 3.1. Muscular tissues can be classified into 1. Smooth, non-striated or involuntary muscles 2. Cardiac muscle or myocardium 3. Skeletal, striated or voluntary muscles 3.2. Characteristics of skeletal muscles i) Contractility ii) Excitability iii) Extensibility iv) Elasticity 3.3. Functions of Muscles I. Movement II. Maintaining posture III. Producing Heat & Temperature Regulation IV. Circulation 3.4. Muscle fiber types 1. Slow twitch muscle fibre (type -1) 2. Fast twitch muscle fibre (type -2) 3. 5.Aerobic (with oxygen) and Anaerobic (without oxygen) Exercise 3.7. Types of Muscle Contractions i) Isometric Contraction ii) Isotonic Contraction a) Concentric Contraction b) Eccentric Contraction 4. Skeletal System i) Cartilage ii) Tendon iii) Ligament iv)Fascia v)Bursa Types of bone and cartilage 4.2. Functions of the Skeletal System? 4.3. The main bones of the human skeleton are 1. The axial skeleton 2. The appendicular skeleton 4.4. Classification of Bones according to shape 1. Long bones 2. Short bones 3. Flat bones 4. Irregular bones 5. Sesamoid bones

4. 5. Skeleton Joints Joints classifications i) Fibrous joints ii) Cartilaginous joints iii) Synovial joint 4. 6. Synovial joints 4.7. Synovial joints classifications 1. Hinge 2. Ball and socket 3. Pivot 4. Gliding 5. Saddle 6. Planar 5. Spinal Cord and Yoga 5.1. Elements Of linkage between the vertebrae 5.2. Discs and ligaments 5.3. Weight Bearing Activities 5.4. Push & Counter push 5. 5. Types Of spinal movement 5.6. Axial Rotation 5.7. Flexion and extension 5.8. Forward and Backward-Bending Poses 5.9. Lateral and twisting movements 5.10. Axial extension 5.11. Intrinsic equilibrium 5.12. Spine, rib cage, and pelvis 6. Cardiovascular system 6.1. Heart 6.2. Chambers of the heart The Heart, Arteries & Veins Forms the Circulatory System 6.3. The Cardiac cycle 6.4. Pulse 6.5. Heart Rate 6. 6. Cardiac Output 6.7. Blood pressure (BP) 6.8. Factors affecting blood pressure 6.9. Blood volume 6.10. Cardiac output 6.11. Peripheral resistance 6.12. Elasticity of the arterial walls 6.13. The viscosity of blood 6.14. Disorders of blood vessels i) Arteriosclerosis ii) Atherosclerosis 6.15. Disorders of blood pressure i) Hypertension's ii) Hypotension 7. Nervous System Peripheral nervous system Somatic Nervous system (SNS) Autonomic Nervous system (ANS) 7.1. The Central Nervous System 1. The Brain 2. The Spinal cord 7.2. Peripheral Nervous System 7.3. Somatic Nervous System 1. Sensory neurons (or afferent neurons) 2. Motor neurons (or efferent neurons) The Autonomic Nervous System 1. The sympathetic system 2. The parasympathetic system

8. Kinesiology 8.1. Biomechanics and Kinesiology 8.2. Body Movements Body Movements and Their Descriptions 1. Flexion 2. Extension 3. Abduction 4. Adduction 5. Supination 6. Pronation 7. Lateral flexion 8. Rotation 9. Medial rotation (internal rotation) 10. Lateral rotation (external rotation) 11.Elevation 12.Depression 13.Dorsiflexion 14.Plantar flexion 15.Eversion 16.Inversion 17.Protraction 18.Retraction 19.Circumduction 8.3.7. Asana and Kinesiology

9. Stretching Stretching Definition and goal of stretching What happens in a stretch? When should you stretch? Warming up Cooling down Diet and stretching Calcium Magnesium Cold and heat therapy Endorphin theory The gate theory of pain Six rules to stretching Warm up Be Gentle Hold for 30 seconds Breathe Do not bounce Stretch both sides symmetrically

9.1. Types of Stretching 1. Ballistic Stretching 2. Dynamic Stretching 3. Passive Stretching 4. Static Stretching a). Isometric Stretching b). PNF Stretching 9.2. Biomechanics of Stretching What is stretching? Moving origins & Insertions Spinal Cord Reflexes Muscle Spindle Stretch Receptor Reciprocal Inhibition Golgi tendon Organ Physiology in Stretching 10. Endocrine System 11. Assignments

4. Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, Health& Wellness 1. Introduction 1.1. Meaning 1.2. Definition of Yoga 1.3.History of Yoga 2. Hatha Yoga Glimpse 2.2. Nadis 2.2.1. Ida, Pingala, Shushmna 2.2.Cakras 3. Purusharthas(Four attainments of life) i) Dharma (Virtue) ii) Artha (Wealth) iii) Kama (Pleasure) iv) Moksha (Emancipation) 3.1. Chaturvargas(Four stages of Life) i) Brahmacharya Ashram ii) Grihastha Ashrama iii)Vanprastha Ashrama iv)Sanyasa Ashrama 3.2. Karma Yoga (path of selfless action) 3.2.1. Types of Karma i) Sanchita Karma or Stored Karma ii) Agami Karma or Forthcoming Karma iii) Prarabdha or Vartamana Karma or Present Karma 3.3. Jnana Yoga (path of knowledge) 3.3.1. Meaning 3.3.2. Jnana yoga(Adi Sankara, Vivekacudamani) Seven limbs of Jnana Yoga 3.4. Raja Yoga (path of royal yoga) 3.4.1. Aim of Raja Yoga 3.4.2. Practice (abhyasa) and dispassion (vairagya) 3.4.3. Astanga Yoga(eight limbs of yoga) I. yama- social ethical code II. niyama- personal ethical code III. asana- posture iv. pranayama- control of life-force V. pratyahara- sense withdrawal VI. dharana- concentration VII. dhyana- absorption VIII. Samadhi- ecstasy or super consciousness 3. 5. Path of Devotion (Bhakti Yoga) Bhagavata Purana nine forms Bhakti 4. Vedas 1. Rig Veda 2. Yajur Veda 3. Sama Veda 4. Atharva Veda i) Samhitas (mantras or hymns) ii) Brahmanas (explanations of mantras or rituals) Iii) Aranyakas (philosophical interpretation of the rituals) iv) Upanishads (essence of the knowledge) 5. Upanisad(essence of knowledge) 5.1. Introduction 5.2. Katha Upanisad a) Three Boons 5.3. Mandukya Upanisad a. Waking - Vaishvanara b. Dreaming - Taijasa c. Deep Sleep - Prajna d. Beyond this three - Turiya 5..4. Taittiriya Upanisad a. Annamaya kosha - food sheath b. Pranamaya kosha - breath sheath c. Manomaya kosha - mind sheath d. Vijnanamaya kosha - intellect sheath e. Anandamaya kosha - bliss sheath 6. Patanjali Yoga Sutra Samadhi Pada – 51 Sutras (Yoga and Its Aims) Sadhana Pada – 55 Sutras (Yoga and Its Practice) 7. Bhagavad Gita Introduction Chapter - 1 Arjuna Vishada Yoga (Despondency of Arjuna) Chapter - 2 Sankhya Yoga Chapter - 3 Karma Yoga (Yoga of Action) Chapter - 4 Jnana-Vibhaga Yoga (Yoga of Wisdom) Chapter - 5 Karma Sannyasa Yoga (Yoga of Renunciation of Action) Chapter - 6 Adhyatma Yoga (Yoga of Meditation) Chapter - 7 Jnana Yoga (Yoga of Wisdom) Chapter - 8 Akshara Brahma Yoga (Yoga of Imperishable Brahman) 8. Mitahara(moderate diet) 9. Yogic Diet 10. Yoga, Health, Wellness & Lifestyle 10.1. Health and Wellness i) Physical Dimension of Health ii) Emotional Dimensions of Health iii) Social Dimension of Health iv) Intellectual Dimension of Health v) Spiritual Dimension of Health 6. Electives Yoga Styles  Vinyasa Yoga  Gentle Yoga

7. Project Writing (100 pages) 8. Tutorials, Assignment and Examination  Trainee will be required to engage in self-study and submit daily & weekly assignments on the basis of the day’s lectures and discussions.  There will be a practical and a theory exam at the end of the course to assess the  Students on their learning, practice and teaching during the Teacher Training Course.