Course Highlights

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• Led by Indian Teachers: Learn directly from traditionally trained instructors with deep roots in yogic discipline, alignment, and philosophy.

• Primary Series Fundamentals: Asana alignment, safe adjustments, vinyasa counting, and breath synchronisation.

• Pranayama & Breathwork: Foundational techniques to cleanse, balance, and energize the body–mind system.

• Yoga Anatomy & Physiology: Understand body mechanics, injury-free movement, and functional alignment.

• Yoga Philosophy: Yoga Sutras, foundations of Ashtanga lineage, and yogic lifestyle.

• Teaching Methodology: Voice, cueing, sequencing, hands-on assists, class planning, and assessment.

• Daily Mysore-style & Led Classes: Build discipline and consistency in practice.

• Meditation & Yogic Mind Training: Tools for clarity, focus, and emotional balance.​

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What You Will Learn​​

• Complete understanding of the Ashtanga Primary Series

• How to teach a safe, structured, and confident class

• Intelligent use of breath, bandhas, and drishti

• Anatomy-based alignment principles

• Yogic ethics, discipline, and lifestyle

• Introduction to sequencing beyond the Primary Series

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Module 1: Ashtanga Vinyasa Practice & Techniques (Primary Series)

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• History & lineage of Ashtanga Vinyasa (Krishnamacharya – Pattabhi Jois)

• Tristhana method: Breath • Bandha • Drishti

• Vinyasa count (Sanskrit counting and movement coordination)

• Detailed study of all Primary Series asanas:

  • Standing sequence

  • Seated sequence

  • Hip opening & forward bends

  • Backbends

  • Closing sequence

• Safe entry and exit from each posture

• Modifications for beginners & limitations

• Strength and mobility drills for:

  • Core

  • Shoulders

  • Hamstrings

  • Hips

• Daily Mysore-style self-practice +  Led Primary Series

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Module 2: Anatomy, Physiology & Biomechanics​

• Functional anatomy of yoga:

  • Spine mechanics

  • Shoulder girdle stability

  • Hip joint movement

  • Knee mechanics & safe alignment

• Understanding muscular engagements in key Ashtanga postures

• Movement planes, joint actions, muscle groups

• Breath physiology & diaphragm function

• Nervous system & stress response (sympathetic vs parasympathetic)

• Common Yoga Injuries:

  • Hamstring strain

  • Wrist compression

  • Lower-back overuse

• Alignment principles for injury prevention

• Body assessment for different students and limitations

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Module 3: Pranayama, Kriya & Meditation​​

• Foundations of yogic breath:

  • Ujjayi

  • Nadi Shodhana

  • Kapalabhati

  • Bhastrika (intro level)

• Bandhas: Mula, Uddiyana, Jalandhara (theory + gentle practice)

• Introduction to the 6 Shatkriyas (with demonstrations where appropriate)

• Meditation Techniques:

  • Breath-based meditation

  • Trataka

  • Body scan and awareness meditation

• Energy pathways: Ida, Pingala, Sushumna

• Role of breath in controlling mental fluctuations (Chitta Vritti)

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Module 4: Teaching Methodology, Assists & Professional Development​

• How to teach the Ashtanga Primary Series (full & modified versions)

• Verbal cueing: clear, safe, and effective instructions

• Hands-on assists:

  • Forward folds

  • Twists

  • Backbends

  • Standing postures

• Classroom management:

  • Setting rhythm and pace

  • Managing mixed levels

  • Use of demonstration

• Sequencing Approaches:

  • Modified Primary and intermediate Series for beginners and regulars.

  • Led Primary Series

  • Creative vinyasa linked to Ashtanga principles (friendly extensions)

• Practicum:

  • Peer teaching

  • Class planning

  • Final assessment

• Building your career as a yoga teacher:

  • Teaching online vs in-person

  • Branding basics

  • Ethics of professional teaching