Curriculum Package for 300 Hr. Yoga Teacher Training Programs

This module is going over a recap of the major concepts covered in Ashtangasana’s 200 hour program including: defining yoga, the sutras, the eight limbs of yoga, yoga masters, types of yoga, and styles of yoga. There is also a quick recap of anatomy involving: anatomy movements, the main bones and muscles of yoga.

This module focuses on a recap of the concepts used while teaching and sequencing a yoga class. The topics include: categorization of the poses, levels of poses, focal points of postures, and what the objectives of the poses are classified as. With additional recap on sequencing yoga classes, cues, basics of adjusting and assisting, as well as a quick yoga terms vocabulary list.

This module begins to take a deeper look into the ancient philosophies of yoga, including the Yamas and Niyamas, defining and understanding the Gunas, the Kleshas and the Koshas. Also within this module is a deep focus on Sutra 1.33, Raja yoga, and “The 7 Spiritual Laws” by Deepak Chopra.

This module begins to advance our knowledge of pranayama, first through learning about the diaphragm and types of breathing styles. This module then moves through a comprehensive break down of 18 methods of pranayama, how to teach them and incorporate them into classes. This module concludes with learning about the Nadis, the Vayus and the Bandhas.

This module goes into detail about the benefits of yoga based on the category of the postures, how to identify and incorporate props into yoga class sequences, and classic props for meditation. The module moves into advanced sequencing based on themes, and builds on (3) additional styles of yoga: Restorative, Yin and Pregnant yoga for moms and babies. The module concludes with Advanced assists specific for private classes or seminars.

This module begins to dive deeper into the APK (Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology) of the poses, as they pertain to the Nervous system, the Respiratory System, the Digestive System and the Musculoskeletal System. The module then moves into focusing on the APK of the spine, the pelvis and hips, the legs, the shoulder girdle, the elbow, forearm and wrists.

This module focuses on the importance of Meditation, from the posture and sustaining it to what a person is meditating on, discussing meditation styles, and the effects of meditation on the brain, with a focus on “Buddha’s Brain” by Rick Hanson. The module continues into a study of Mudras and Mantras.

This module breaks down each chakra into its components, physically and mentally as well as defining how the chakra functions while healthy and what it might display if underactive or over working. Each Chakra has a chart of associations included in this module.

This module focuses on the teacher, the role of guru, the location of teaching, whether private or in studio, how to set boundaries in a yoga class. The conclusion of this module is injury management, how to protect yourself and what you can do to help your students who are working through injuries.

This module starts its focus on helping to build a business plan, going through the steps of deciding what all needs to be including, giving a template of ideas on how to create a solid business plan. The module then moves into marketing and how to brand and create a logo for your business.