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IYTA Teacher Training Course  Curriculum

The curriculum comprises a comprehensive range of subjects based on the classical teachings and the practical implementation of the concept of Yoga. Lecturers are of the highest calibre and have extensive knowledge in their area of expertise.

History, Traditions, Philosophy and Psychology of Yoga

  • Introduction to Classic Paths: Bhakti, Hatha, Karma and Raja Yoga
  • Ashtanga Yoga of Patanjali
  • The Gunas
  • Yamas and Niyamas
  • Meditation
  • General Philosophy of Yoga
  • Sanskrit Terms
  • Chakras, Koshas

The Body and the Breath

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Importance of the Breath
  • Body Correction / Movement
  • Yoga and Movement
  • What is Safe Yoga?

Yoga Asanas

  • Asanas and Exercises, in a Broad-based Style of Hatha Yoga

Relaxation and Special Practices

  • Relaxation Methods
  • Pranayama
  • Bandhas, Kriyas, Mudras

Setting Up and Running a Yoga Business

Preparing Yoga Classes

  • Guidelines on Preparing and Handling a Class
  • Handling Various Class Situations, Students with Problems
  • Communications Skills
  • Yoga for Children, Teenagers, Seniors
  • Yoga as an Aid in Pregnancy, Asthma, the Handicapped, Back Problems

For enquiries:

Co-ordinator  
GPO Box 1380
Sydney NSW 2001 Australia
Telephone: (02) 9489 9851
Or email:
info@iyta.org.au  

 

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