INTERNATIONAL YOGA TEACHER – 300 HOUR

 

INTERNATIONAL YOGA TEACHER – 300 HOUR CERTIFICATION COURSE

Module 1: Advanced Yogic Foundations (20 Hours)

• Origin and Evolution of Yoga
• Classical and Modern Yoga Traditions
• Major Schools of Yoga
• Yoga as a Science of Consciousness
• Ethics and Professional Conduct of Yoga Teachers
• Global Development of Yoga

Module 2: Advanced Yoga Philosophy (40 Hours)

• Detailed Study of Patanjali Yoga Sutras
• Ashtanga Yoga in Practice
• Panchakosha Theory
• Triguna and Tridosha Concepts
• Bhagavad Gita and Applied Yoga
• Hatha Yoga Pradipika
• Gheranda Samhita
• Shiva Samhita
• Karma, Dharma, Samskara and Moksha
• Yogic Psychology

Module 3: Advanced Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics (35 Hours)

• Functional Anatomy for Yoga Teachers
• Joint Movement and Stability
• Spine and Postural Analysis
• Muscular Chains and Flexibility
• Respiratory Mechanics
• Nervous System and Stress Response
• Endocrine System and Hormonal Balance
• Biomechanics of Advanced Asanas
• Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
• Anatomy-Based Teaching

Module 4: Advanced Asana Practice and Teaching (80 Hours)

Standing Postures

• Advanced Warrior Variations
• Parivrtta Trikonasana
• Parivrtta Parsvakonasana

Forward Bends

• Paschimottanasana Variations
• Kurmasana
• Upavistha Konasana

Backbends

• Ustrasana
• Chakrasana
• Kapotasana (Introduction)
• Advanced Backbend Techniques

Twists

• Ardha Matsyendrasana
• Marichyasana Variations

Arm Balances

• Bakasana
• Parsva Bakasana
• Mayurasana

Inversions

• Sarvangasana Series
• Halasana Series
• Shirshasana
• Pincha Mayurasana (Introduction)
• Handstand Fundamentals

Restorative and Therapeutic Asanas

• Supported Asanas
• Chair Yoga Modifications
• Props-Based Practice

Teaching Components

• Advanced Alignment
• Hands-on Adjustments
• Safe Assisting Techniques
• Sequencing for Different Objectives
• Teaching Mixed-Level Classes

Module 5: Advanced Pranayama, Mudras and Bandhas (25 Hours)

• Advanced Nadi Shodhana
• Bhastrika
• Ujjayi
• Surya Bhedana
• Chandra Bhedana
• Moorchha (Theory)
• Plavini (Theory)
• Mula Bandha
• Uddiyana Bandha
• Jalandhara Bandha
• Maha Bandha
• Major Yogic Mudras
• Energy Management Practices

Module 6: Meditation and Yogic Psychology (25 Hours)

• Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi
• Raja Yoga Meditation
• Mantra Meditation
• Chakra Meditation
• Mindfulness Practices
• Yoga Nidra Techniques
• Emotional Awareness
• Stress and Anxiety Management
• Yogic Counseling Fundamentals

Module 7: Yoga Therapy Applications (25 Hours)

• Principles of Yoga Therapy
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Back Pain Management
• Cervical and Postural Disorders
• Diabetes Management through Yoga
• Hypertension and Cardiac Health
• Obesity Management
• Respiratory Conditions
• Mental Health and Yoga
• Case Study Analysis

Module 8: Ayurveda, Nutrition and Lifestyle (10 Hours)

• Ayurvedic Principles
• Tridosha Assessment
• Dinacharya and Ritucharya
• Yogic Nutrition
• Sattvic Diet Planning
• Lifestyle Counseling

Module 9: Teaching Methodology and Leadership (20 Hours)

• Advanced Lesson Planning
• Workshop Design
• Public Speaking Skills
• Student Assessment Methods
• Mentoring New Teachers
• Professional Ethics
• Building a Yoga Career
• Online Teaching Strategies

Module 10: Research and Project Work (10 Hours)

• Basics of Yoga Research
• Research Methodology
• Literature Review
• Project Preparation
• Presentation Skills

Module 11: Practicum and Teaching Internship (10 Hours)

• Observation of Senior Teachers
• Teaching Practice Sessions
• Community Yoga Classes
• Peer Evaluation
• Professional Teaching Assessment

Final Assessment (10 Hours)

• Written Examination
• Practical Examination
• Teaching Demonstration
• Research Project Presentation
• Viva Voce

Certification Requirements

• Minimum 85% Attendance
• Completion of Teaching Internship
• Submission of Project Work
• Successful Theory and Practical Examination
• Compliance with Professional Ethics

Total Duration: 300 Hours

Study Platform : Online & Offline

Certificate School : Jag Kalyan Organization

Certificate Board : International Yoga Organisation

Approved by: Ministry of AYUSH and the United Nations

Global spread: 195 countries