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     Yoga~Meditation~Education
           Private Yoga and Meditation Sessions & Professional Yoga Training
                

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 Course Curriculum

 

PHILOSOPHICAL AND SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATION
of Yoga and Meditation

  • Definition of Yoga
  • Yoga as a Way of Life
  • Benefits of Yoga Practices
  • Yoga Philosophy
  • Ethical Practices

 

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

  • Anatomy: Joints Structure and Function
  • Movements Possible at Each Joint
  • Physical Structures at Each Joint that Restrict Movement
  • The Role of Genetics in Strength and Flexibility
  • Neutral Spinal Alignment
  • Common Postural Misalignments
  • Postural Assessment Techniques
  • Injury and the Healing Process
  • Physiology: Life in the Cell
  • Dharma of Body Systems: Skeletal, Muscular, Respiratory, Digestive, Cardiovascular, Nervous, Urinary, Reproductive, Endocrine, Immune, Lymphatic
  • Essentials of Energy Anatomy

 

FEMALE AND MALE STRUCTURAL ANATOMY
Similarities and Differences

  • Skeletal Structure
  • Shape and Width of the Pelvis
  • Forward Tilt of the Pelvis
  • Sacroiliac Joint
  • Hip Joint Orientation
  • Posture and Joint Pain
  • Implications for Hatha Yoga Practice

 

YOGIC PRACTICES AND TECHNIQUES

  • Posture (Asana) Training:
    - Anatomical Foundation for Each Posture
    - Optimal Alignment
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    Core Stabilization
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    Breathing Patterns
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    Range
    of Motion Necessary to Perform Postures Safely
    - Muscles Strengthened and Stretched in Each Posture
    - Benefits, Risks and Contraindications
  • Breathwork:
    - Foundations for Effective Breathing
    - Yogic Breathing Techniques (Pranayama)
  • Concentration and Meditation Techniques:
    - Mindfulness Meditation
    - Walking Meditation
    - Japa
    - Chanting
    - Guided Visualization
    - Ecstatic Dance
    - Journaling
    - Yoga Nidra

 

WOMEN'S HEALTH AND HEALING

  • Women's Stress Response
  • Female Reproductive Cycle
  • Pregnancy
  • Bone Health
  • Special Medical Concerns:
    - Uterine Fibroids
    - Uterine Prolapse
    - PMS
    - Menopause
    - Osteoporosis
    - Obesity
    - Depression

 

SPECIAL HEALTH CONCERNS

  • Musculoskeletal Issues:
    - Low Back Syndrome (Pain)
    - Knee Pain
    - Herniated Disks
    - Osteoporosis
    - Osteoarthritis
    - Rheumatoid Arthritis
    - Bursitis
    - Tendonitis
    - Sciatica
    - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    - Fibromyalgia
    - Multiple Sclerosis
  • Medical Concerns:
    - Asthma
    - Heart Disease
    - Cancer
    - Diabetes
    - Hypertension
    - Thyroid Dysfunction
    - Emphysema
    - Obesity

 

 THE YOGA OF SELF-CARE

  • Developing Inner and Outer Strength, Flexibility, Power, Focus and Stamina through Yogic Practices and Techniques
  • Rest, Retreat, Ritual, Renewal And Play
  • Finding your Personal Dharma (Calling)

 

TEACHING METHODOLOGY:
The Yoga of Compassionate Instruction
 

  • The Process of Human Learning
  • Client Centered Instruction
  • Verbal, Tactile and Visual Cues
  • Facilitating Another's Authentic Alignment
  • Adapting Postures, Practices and Techniques to Fit Individual Needs
  • Creating Anatomically Safe Modifications
  • Integrating Observation, Intuition, Knowledge and Compassion Safely and Effectively
  • Planning and Leading a Group Class
  • Planning and Leading a One-on-One Session
  • Practice Teaching
  • Leadership Skills
  • Ethical Guidelines
  • Basic First-Aid

 

 YOGA IN ACTION

  • Witness Consciousness
  • Cultivating Compassion
  • Conscious Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Setting and Maintaining Boundaries
  • Fulfilling Your Personal Dharma

 

CREATING OR EXPANDING YOUR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

  • Developing an Authentic Professional Identity
    as a Yoga Educator/Teacher
  • Integrating Yoga and Meditation Instruction
    Simply and Easily into Your Present Work
  • Attracting Your Ideal Private Client and/or Class Member 
  • Building a Network of Professional Advisers
  • Developing a Professional Referral Network
  • Establishing the Fee for Your Services
  • Using the Dharmic Institute's Health Screen
  • Using the Dharmic Institute's Physical Assessment Screen
  • Resume, Bio and Business Cards
  • Insurance

Location

 

            New York City

 

 

Contact Us

 

            Call Adrienne at 212-663-5100 for more information.

 

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