DIPLOMA IN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING (200 HOURS) – ONLINE MODE

MODULE 1: YOGA FOUNDATIONS & PHILOSOPHY (25 HOURS)

Unit 1: Introduction to Yoga

• Meaning and definition of yoga
• History and evolution of yoga
• Traditional schools of yoga
• Branches of yoga
  • Hatha Yoga
  • Raja Yoga
  • Karma Yoga
  • Bhakti Yoga
  • Jnana Yoga

Unit 2: Yogic Texts

• Introduction to Patanjali Yoga Sutras
• Eight Limbs of Yoga (Ashtanga Yoga)
• Bhagavad Gita and yoga concepts
• Hatha Yoga Pradipika overview

Unit 3: Yogic Ethics

• Yama
• Niyama
• Discipline and self-practice
• Teacher ethics
• Professional conduct

Unit 4: Yogic Lifestyle

• Dinacharya (daily routine)
• Satvic lifestyle
• Stress management
• Yogic nutrition basics

MODULE 2: HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (25 HOURS)

Topics

• Introduction to anatomy
• Skeletal system
• Muscular system
• Joint movement
• Spine mechanics
• Respiratory system
• Circulatory system
• Digestive system
• Nervous system
• Endocrine basics
• Biomechanics in yoga
• Posture analysis
• Contraindications
• Safety modifications
• Common injuries prevention

MODULE 3: ASANA PRACTICE & ALIGNMENT (70 HOURS)

Standing Asanas

• Tadasana
• Trikonasana
• Virabhadrasana I, II, III
• Utkatasana
• Parsvakonasana

Sitting Asanas

• Sukhasana
• Padmasana
• Vajrasana
• Paschimottanasana
• Baddha Konasana
• Ardha Matsyendrasana

Supine Asanas

• Setu Bandhasana
• Pavanamuktasana
• Supta Baddha Konasana

Prone Asanas

• Bhujangasana
• Salabhasana
• Dhanurasana
• Makarasana

Balance Asanas

• Vrikshasana
• Garudasana
• Natarajasana

Inversions (Introductory / Safe Adapted Online Teaching)

• Viparita Karani
• Supported inversion awareness

Core Practices

• Surya Namaskar
• Chandra Namaskar
• Dynamic flow sequencing

Alignment Training

• Entry and exit methods
• Modifications
• Use of props
• Verbal cueing
• Demonstration techniques

MODULE 4: PRANAYAMA, KRIYA & MEDITATION (30 HOURS)

Pranayama

• Breath awareness
• Full yogic breathing
• Anulom Vilom
• Nadi Shodhana
• Ujjayi
• Bhramari
• Sheetali
• Sheetkari
• Kapalabhati (with precautions)
• Gentle Bhastrika awareness

Kriyas (Awareness / Theory + Safe Basics)

• Jala Neti awareness
• Kapalabhati cleansing concept
• Trataka
• Cleansing principles

Meditation

• Breath meditation
• Om chanting
• Mindfulness meditation
• Guided relaxation
• Yoga Nidra basics
• Concentration practices

MODULE 5: TEACHING METHODOLOGY (20 HOURS)

Teaching Skills

• Principles of yoga instruction
• Voice modulation
• Demonstration methods
• Observation skills
• Correction techniques
• Student engagement
• Class discipline

Class Planning

• Warm-up design
• Sequencing principles
• Beginner class planning
• Intermediate adaptation
• Online teaching management

Communication

• Student motivation
• Handling questions
• Safety briefing
• Inclusive teaching practices

MODULE 6: PRACTICUM / TEACHING PRACTICE (15 HOURS)

Practical Teaching

• Mock teaching sessions
• Peer teaching
• Guided demonstrations
• Cueing practice
• Feedback sessions
• Teaching observation

MODULE 7: ONLINE INTERNSHIP / COMMUNITY TEACHING (10 HOURS)

Internship Activities

Complete any 4:

• Conduct 5 online yoga classes
• Assist senior trainer sessions
• Teach family/community learners
• Submit attendance records
• Collect participant feedback
• Create wellness awareness session
• Observe professional online yoga classes
• Maintain internship logbook

MODULE 8: ASSIGNMENTS / PROJECT WORK (5 HOURS)

Assignments

Assignment 1

Yoga Philosophy Essay

• 1000 words on Eight Limbs of Yoga

Assignment 2

Class Plan Project

• Create 60-minute beginner yoga session

Assignment 3

Practical Video

• Submit 20-minute teaching demonstration

ASSESSMENT PATTERN

Live Classes

• Zoom / Google Meet practical sessions

Recorded Content

• Theory videos
• Demonstration lessons