Yogapoint Center

This program is open to current yoga teachers, school teachers, child care workers or anyone interested in deepening their understanding of child development and yoga. Some experience with yoga is highly recommended. Parents with children are also welcome to bring their children along to join in the experience of ashram life and to learn yoga. Benefits, contraindications and guidelines for teaching yoga to children Lectures on Yoga, Ayurveda Lifestyle, Developmental Psychology, Childhood problems & Yoga How to teach yoga and create age-appropriate classes for children ranging from birth to age 16 Physical, Cognitive, Emotional, Social and Moral Development in Children Yoga for education and in a classroom setting Yoga therapy for children with special needs including ADHD, Autism, Asthma, Depression and Anxiety Teaching mommy and me or family yoga classes Teaching methodology including how to structure and create your own lesson plan for a kids yoga class. Practical information for teaching to children including asanas, pranayama, games, songs, partner poses, guided visualizations, stories, relaxation and more. Course book contains detailed descriptions of all these components, their benefits and how to use them in a class. How to make yoga fun and engaging for children of all ages Yoga Nidra and meditation techniques for children Mantras, songs and omkar for children Activity ideas beyond just yoga such as arts, crafts, making mandalas and cooking with children Lifestyle, diet and parenting from the yogic perspective Indian Philosophy of Child Development and Education Consciousness in children and the impact of samskaras on development Karma and Bhakti yoga for children Pantanjali’s eight limbs of yoga and how they apply to children How to bring yoga for children back to your home country or community and communicate with parents, schools, and administrators about the benefits of yoga for children Get teaching experience and complete assignments with instructor feedback Experience living in an ashram setting and reconnecting with your inner child

CURRICULUM OR CONTENT OF THE PROGRAM Benefits of Yoga during pregnancy, birth and post natally. Pregnancy Yoga Guidelines Specific Pregnancy Conditions, Complications, Contra-indications & Cautions Anatomy & Physiology of Pregnancy Process, physiology and stages of Labour & Birth Using a resolve/Sankalpa Positive thinking & living to create a happy baby, mother and pregnancy Yoga for Conception Specific information for each of the trimesters - Main changes and problems, important things to remember, specific practices - asanas, cleansing, pranayama, meditation etc . Pregnancy Asanas including Pregnancy Surya Namaskar, Supine, Sitting and Standing asanas Pelvic Floor Exercises Specific practices - Mudras, Pranayama, Mantras, Meditation, Visualisation, Relaxation & Yoga Nidra Ayurveda for Pregnancy - Garbha Sanskar Diet for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Yogic Practices for labour - asanas, pranayama, meditation, visualization, relaxation Teaching methodology specifically for during pregnancy including how to plan classes, how to adapt for mixed classes, pre and post natal teaching combined, mum and bubs classes, adapting a regular class for a pregnant woman and more.... Lectures on Yoga, Ayurveda, Nature Cure, Anatomy & Physiology, Diseases

This course will cover a variety of subjects related to our state of mind and how to cultivate a more positive and balanced mind. Topics covered include – What is stress, anxiety, anger & depression? Reasons for stress, anxiety, anger and depression? How to deal with stress, anxiety, depression and anger? Study of Nervous and endocrine system Yoga Psychology – Concept of pain and suffering Meaning and purpose of life Mind – Yoga Perspective Yoga Psychology – based on Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (Ashtanga Yoga), Bhagavad Gita (teachings of Shri Krishna), Bhakti and optimism, Karma and theory of karma Concept of Gunas (Sattva, Rajas & Tamas) Concept of Purushartha (Balance of material & spiritual life) Yoga Practice – Asanas – Yoga Poses Pranayama – breathing techniques to control the thoughts and emotions Meditation – learn to recondition the mind. Mudras & Bandhas – Deeper practices of yoga to directly alter the functions of mind. Cleansing techniques Various self-evaluation tests – Psychological tests to evaluate stress, anxiety, depression, optimism, personality type This course looks at the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (Ashtanga Yoga) and Bhagavad Gita. Both texts focus on human life with a goal to achieve and the goal to experience a positive, balanced, content and peaceful state of mind which is not dependent on external events or objects. Bhagavad Gita is a dialogue between Lord Krishna who symbolizes supreme consciousness and Prince Arjuna who represents human consciousness. Prince Arjuna asks questions to Lord Krishna about his problems. Arjuna is in a state of depression, and despondency. Lord Krishna helps him realize the purpose of life, meaning of life and inspires Prince Arjuna to live his life in contentment and peace. The Yoga sutras are written by the Great sage Patanjali 2500 years ago. Patanjali's sutras are called Yoga Psychology, he has focused on evolving the mind from a negative state to a permanent blissful state of "Samadhi" or "Sat Chit Ananda". History of Yoga Psychology- Stories from Upanishads, Ramayan, Mahabharata, history Yoga Sutras, Buddha's Path Lectures on Psychology of Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads, Buddhism - the psychology of Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, conditionings of mind, reasons for suffering & pain, meaning and purpose of life, how to change mind, reactions in the mind, control of thoughts, modern day applications of yoga psychology for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, phobias, eating disorders, drug addictions, childhood disorders (ADHD, autism) Counseling & psychotherapy using Yoga techniques Yoga Lifestyle in Ashram - Experience Yogic lifestyle as mentioned in yoga, learn mantras, yajnas (havans), bhajans, and practice karma, jnana and bhakti yoga. We are what we think and believe. Our thoughts and convictions shape our identity. Positive and negative life experiences are deep rooted in the mind. So one should understand ones mind and channelize its force. Science of Yoga is a holistic one focussing on positive psychology, it includes theory and practices of developing positive state of mind and positive, creative behavior or karma. The problems of human beings are in the conditionings of their mind accumulated in so many births. Yoga focuses on changing these old conditionings from their root so the negative state is changed to peaceful and content state of mind. This change can be experienced by anyone with regular practice. This course focuses on Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (Ashtanga yoga), Bhagavad Gita & Upanishads. These texts focus on human life with a goal to achieve and to experience positive, balanced, content and peaceful state of mind which is not dependent on or influenced by external events or objects. The focus is on evolving mind from negative state to permanent blissful state of "Samadhi"or "Sat Chit Ananda" through meditation.

The science of Yoga is very closely linked to the principles of Ayurveda. A student of Yoga should have a basic knowledge of Ayurveda to derive the full benefits of Yoga. Yoga as a whole is used as a health promoting and disease preventive science. The Ayurveda study in this program is meant for giving the student of Yoga an introduction to Ayurveda and the application of Ayurvedic principles in his or her daily life to maximize the health on a physical, mental, emotional, intellectual and spiritual level.to What is Ayurveda, Ayurveda Life style, Diet, Panch Karma, Useful Herbals, Analysis of Prakriti (Kafa, Pitta & Vata). Introduction of Ayurveda and Ayurvedic terminology Study of the basic concepts - Mind (Manas), Atma, Purusha and Prakriti Fundamental principles of Ayurveda - Panchamahabhuta, Tridosha, Triguna, Dhatu, Mala and Agni Detailed study of Doshas (Kapha, Vata, Pitta) Dhatu, Upadhatu and Ojus: formation, function and nourishment, Concept of Sara Mala: Purisha, Mutra, Sveda and Dhatumala: formation, function and excretion Definition of health as per Ayurveda. Introduction to Dinacarya and Ritucarya (Daily Lifestyle, seasonal lifestyle) Ahara (Diet & nutrition): Definition, classification and significance Study of diseases, Nidra (sleep) Panchkarma (cleansing techniques in Ayurveda)

Yoga Vidya Gurukul was founded in 1978 by Yogacharya Dr Vishwas Mandlik as a non-profit organization. Our organization is following traditional yoga which is the authentic form of yoga focusing on life style and based on Ashtanga yoga, Hatha yoga, Karma yoga, Bhakti yoga, Jnana yoga. CURRICULUM / CONTENTS / SYLLABUS Basic & Preparatory movements -More than 30 basic and preparatory movements to warm up the body, muscles and align the joints are taught in the program. These movements help prevent injuries during difficult yoga poses. Click to know more Yoga poses / asana / Yoga positions - Yoga teacher training program includes about 90 different yoga poses starting with poses for beginners and intermediate level and some advance poses are included but it is for those who can do it easily. Click for more Pranayama - Deep breathing, Fast breathing, alternate Nostril breathing (anuloma Viloma), Surya Bhedan (Right Nostril breathing), Bhastrika (Bellow's breath), Bhramari (Humming Bee Pranayama), Ujjayi (Psychic breath), Shitali, Sitkari (Cooling Pranayama). Meditation - Including Chakra Meditation, Prana Meditation, So Ham Meditation, Mantra meditation and Revitalizing Meditation. Surya Namaskar - Sun Salutations. a dynamic series of Yoga poses to revitalize the body and mind. (Beginners Series, Intermediate & advance Series) Cleansing Processes - Jalaneti (Nasal Cleansing), Kapalbhati (Frontal Lobe Cleansing), Tratak (Concentration), Dhouti, Partial master cleanse or Lagoo Shankha prakshalana from the Hatha Yoga Tradition. COURSE CURRICULUM / SYLLABUS BOOKS Yoga Sopan (Basic Course) - Rishi Dharmajyoti (Yoga Vidya Gurukul Publication) Yoga Pravesh (Beginners Course) - Rishi Dharmajyoti Yoga Parichay (Intermediate Course) - Rishi Dharmajyoti asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha - Swami Satyananda (Bihar School of Yoga) Yoga Teacher Handbook - Rishi Dharmajyoti (Yoga Vidya Gurukul Publication) THEORY LECTURES Ashtanga yoga - Yam and Niyama, asana or Yoga Poses, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyan & Samadhi (Meditation from Ashtanga yoga). Hatha Yoga - History, philosophy, asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha and cleansing techniques. Different Types of Yoga (Karma Yoga / Bhagwad Gita, Bhakti Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Swara Yoga, kundalini Yoga, Chakra). ayurveda - Introduction to ayurveda, ayurveda body types, ayurveda diet. Yoga lifestyle. Human anatomy & Physiology - a basic knowledge of various body systems including respiratory, digestive, excretory, blood circulatory, nervous, musculoskelet, reproductive & endocrine systems. Functioning of various organs, endocrine glands and other systems which are affected by yoga practices. Health benefits of yoga techniques, precautions / contraindications are covered in this lectures and also in practical Yoga sessions. Injury prevention in Yoga practice, alignment priciples in Yoga poses

Course based on Ashtanga yoga (Based on Patanjal Yoga Sutras) & Hatha Yoga (based on Hatha Yoga Pradipika) AdvancePractical Training in Asanas, Pranayama,Mudra, Bandhas, Cleansing Processes & Meditation. Lectures (Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga yoga (Yama, Niyama, Style of Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyan & Samadhi, Yoga Sutras by Patanjali, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Karma Yoga (Bhagavad Gita), Mantras etc.), Kundalini yoga, Bhakti yoga, Yoga philosophy, Yoga Lifestyle, Ayurveda, Pancha Karma, Kapha-Pitta-Vata Prakriti, Science of Mantra, Buddhism and Yoga, Yoga Psychology, Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga poses or asanas, pranayama & cleansing techniquesYogasana (68 nos.) Advance asanas from Hatha Yoga Tradition Advance Techniques of practicing Asana as per Ashtana yoga (Based on Patanjali Yoga sutras), Body Mind Resonance technique, techniques to bring body and mind in harmony, advance technique include focusing on body parts, breath, chakras, nadis Pranayama - Different Types of Pranayama as Ashtanga yoga and Hatha yoga traditions with Kumbhaka (holding of breath or retention) & Bandhas (energy locks) Hatha Yoga Pranayama - Nadi Shodhan & Eight types of Kumbhaka, 40 types of Pranayama techniques Mudras - 10 Types of Mudras (Psychic Gestures as explained in Hatha Yoga Pradipika (including Mahamudra, Mahabandha, Mahavedha, Uddiyan, Jalandhar, Moola, Viprit Karani, Khechari) Kriyas / Cleansing techniques - (optional) (Shat Karmas from Hatha Yoga Pradipika and Gherand Samhita) Neti (cleansing of nasal passage) - Jala neti (water), Sutra Neti (inserting sterilized rubber tube in nostrils and mouth) Dhouti (cleansing of alimentary canal) - Vaman (with salty water), Danda (inserting sterlized rubber tube in to stomach through mouth), Vastra (eating 5 feet long cloth and performing Nouli / Uddiyan Bandha) Shankha Prakshalana (Master Cleansing) Nouli (abdominal massage) Tratak (concentrated gazing involving candle flame tratak) Kapalbhati (frontal lobe cleansing) (Note - These cleansing techniques are optional...) Meditation - Prana Meditation, Chakra Meditation, Kundalini Meditation, Tattwa Shuddhi (tantric practice of inner purification) and other types of dynamic meditations. Silence - Silence is observed during meals, mornings, and 6 days of complete silence.

Yoga Vidya Gurukul conducts 10 Day Yoga Course & 10 Day Treatment course. These includes practices of Asanas (Postures), Pranayama (Breathing exercises), Cleansing techniques, Ayurvedic Body Massage, Shirodhara and other Ayurveda & Naturopathy treatments are given to patients suffering from various physical & mental disorders. Yoga Retreat & Yoga Therapy Center - Best way to treat your Diseases. We give you the personalized / customized guidance depending on your disease /disorder correlating with your physical and mental capacity. Till the day more than 21,500 patients have been successfully treated in our centers. Naturopathy Treatment Steam Bath, local Steam Application, Hot Foot Bath & Tub Bath, Cold & Hot Packs & Mud Packs, Massage & Magnets Yoga therapy includes... Easy Yogasanas & Pranayama, Meditation, Omkar Chanting, Yoga Nidra, Shudhikriya(Cleansing Process) etc. Ayurveda Therapy includes... Massage, Panch Karma, Cleansing Processes, Herbal medicinesYogacharya Vishwas Mandlik (Rishi Dharmajyoti) with his gifted healing touch, personally treats patients with Resident Medical officers and staff handling other departments of the center.

YOGA (PRACTICAL TRAINING 72 HOURS) Basic movements & Preparatory movements (36 types) Pawanmuktasan Series (1, 2 & 3) designed by Swami Satyananda of Bihar School of Yoga Surya Namaskar Asanas/ Yoga Positions / Postures (90 nos.) Pranayama (breath control) - Sitali, Sitkari, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Bhasrika, Surya Bhedan, Chandra Bhedan, Nadi Shodhan Pranayama (total 42 different techniques related to Pranayama) Omkar / Prana / Kundalini meditation, Simple healing visualizations Cleansing Processes - Neti (Jala neti and dand neti), Dhouti (Vaman, Dand, Vastra) Basti, Shankhaprakshalan (master cleansing), Agnisar, Kapalbhati, Tratak (shatkarmas from Hatha Yoga) AYURVEDA Applied Ayurveda (Simple home remedies for various problems, life style oriented treatments) Introduction to Herbal Medicine (Treatment with Herbs is not taught in this course) Ayurveda Massage (marma techniques), Vata, Kapha, Pitta Type of personalities, Shirodhara technique & other herbal treatments. NATUROPATHY (PRACTICAL TRAINING 12 HOURS) Massage, Steam bath, Local steam application, Mud Bath, Accupressure Study & Analysis of life Style Diet Special Diet for various diseases LECTURES ON YOGA, AYURVEDA, NATURE CURE, ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY, DISEASES Role of Ashtanga yoga & Hatha Yoga in healing. Yoga for back problems, Yoga for diabetes, Yoga for Hypertension, Yoga for Arthritis, Yoga for Obesity, Yoga for Gynacological problems, Yoga for Thyroid disorders, Yoga for Mental disorders, Yoga for HIV, Yoga for cancer, Yoga for Asthma, Yoga for Digestive problems, Yoga during pregnancy. Physiology of Diseases (Back Problems, Heart Diseases, Diabetes, Arthritis, Hyper tension, High & Low Blood Pressure, Asthma, common cold, Obesity, Gynacological problems, Thyroid disorders, Mental disorder like Anxiety, Mood disorders including uniploar & bipolar depression, Stress disorders, Childhood problems including ADHD, Autism, MR etc) Functioning of body - Ayurveda perspective - I Anatomy & Physiology - Including Respiratory system, Digestive System, Excretory system, Nervous system, Endocrine system, Blood circulatory system, Skeleto muscular system. GENERAL LECTURES Pregnancy & Yoga Use of other Types of Yoga for healing Pranayama, Meditation, yoga nidra etc. Stress Management EXAMINATION & INTERNSHIP Theory assignments based on various lectures (these are open book exams) Teaching examination in Asanas, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Nidra etc. Writing of a short paper on a chosen disease Internship up to 10 days in our Yoga Therapy hospital (This is optional and students need to communicate before the course for available dates for internship)

Women’s Yoga Wellness Program (Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Mantras, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy & Physiology) This is a course designed to help heal, bring balance, cultivate awareness and deepen ones understanding of the self. Yoga is a wholistic practice that can bring balance and health to women on all levels – physically, mentally and spiritually. Theory Anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system Reproductive problems and yoga therapy Naturopathic treatment for womens health Ayurveda for women Yogic concept of “Goddess” Concept of Tantra Chakras History of Women in Yoga Menstruation, fertility and the moon How to maintain balance Practical Asanas, pranayama, cleansing, relaxation, yoga nidra and meditation for womens health Mantras – Devi/Goddess mantras, Saundarya Lahiri/Ancient tantric text chanting, Havans Morning Chakra balancing yoga classes Aqua Yoga Healing circles Indian Head massage, Self massage and self care Learn to make natural products – skin and hair care, natural cleaning products Yogic cooking Ayurvedic practicals and personal consultation

Panchkarma therapist and Yoga therapist from Pune. Apart from giving individual sessions

6 weeks program – Minimum 25 hours per week which includes approximately 6 hrs of lectures (live and recorded) 10 hrs of yoga practice (guided and self-practice) and 9 hours of study (Total of Contact Hours and Non-Contact Hours is more than 100 Hours)

COURSE OVERVIEW (15 DAY AYURVEADA LIFESTYLE PROGRAM) Introduction - Ayurveda Training Program - 2 weeks residential (150 hours)

Candidates who have completed the Yoga Teacher Training Course from Yoga Vidya Gurukul (minimum 250+hours.) Fees : INR 7500 course fees, INR 4800 examination fee, Total INR 12500 Program – 12 weeks

Yoga & Meditation facilities, medical facilities including emergency services are also provided. Herbal treatment to various problems is also provided to the students.

Before applying please read the following articles on Asana and the style of yoga we teach. We teach as per the traditional Indian Style of Yoga, according to the classical books of Hatha Yoga Pradipika and Ashtanga Yoga based on Patanjali Yoga Sutras.

YOGA THERAPY COURSE (28 DAYS) Pranayama (breath control) - Sitali, Sitkari, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Bhasrika, Surya Bhedan, Chandra Bhedan, Nadi Shodhan Pranayama (total 42 different techniques related to Pranayama)

6 weeks program – Minimum 25 hours per week which includes approximately 10 hrs of lectures (live and recorded) 10 hrs of yoga practice (guided and self-practice) and 5 hours of study (Total of Contact Hours and Non-Contact Hours is more than 100 Hours)

Women’s Yoga Wellness Program (Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Mantras, Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy & Physiology) Program - 9 days

Yoga & Meditation facilities, medical facilities including emergency services are also provided. Herbal treatment to various problems is also provided to the students.

(Asana, Pranayama, Cleansing practices, Meditation, Omkar Chanting, Yoga Nidra etc. as suggested by our Yoga Expert.) Yoga Training $ 5/- (Rs. 225/-) for 90 minutes session.