1. Foundational Yoga Principles

• Understanding yoga: History, philosophy, and different styles (Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, etc.).
• Importance of breath awareness and mindfulness in yoga.
• Setting personal intentions and goals for the practice.

2. Asana Practice (Postures & Alignment)

• Basic to intermediate postures for flexibility, strength, and balance.
• Understanding body alignment, muscle engagement, and modifications.
• Postural corrections and avoiding injuries.

Key Asana Categories:

• Standing Poses – Mountain, Warrior Series, Triangle, Tree Pose.
• Seated Poses – Seated Forward Bend, Lotus, Butterfly, Pigeon.
• Backbends – Cobra, Camel, Bridge, Wheel.
• Inversions – Shoulder Stand, Headstand, Handstand Basics.
• Twists & Binds – Revolved Triangle, Seated Twist, Eagle Pose.

3. Breathwork & Pranayama (Breathing Techniques)

• Understanding the connection between breath and movement.
• Techniques for breath control:
  • Ujjayi (Victorious Breath)
  • Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing)
  • Kapalabhati (Skull Shining Breath)
  • Bhastrika (Bellows Breath)
  • Bhramari (Humming Bee Breath)
• Using pranayama for energy regulation and mental clarity.

4. Meditation & Mindfulness Practices

• Developing concentration and inner awareness.
• Guided meditations: Body scan, breath awareness, and visualization.
• Techniques to manage stress, anxiety, and emotional balance.
• Introduction to chanting and mantra meditation.

5. Yoga for Strength & Endurance

• Power yoga and dynamic sequences.
• Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar) and Moon Salutations (Chandra Namaskar).
• Holding postures for muscular strength and endurance.
• Introduction to arm balances and core-focused postures.

6. Deep Stretching & Flexibility Training

• Yin Yoga techniques for deep relaxation and passive stretching.
• Active flexibility drills to improve range of motion.
• Understanding fascia and its role in flexibility.
• Postures targeting hip openers, hamstrings, and spinal flexibility.

7. Restorative & Healing Yoga

• Gentle yoga sequences for recovery and relaxation.
• Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep) for deep rest and mental clarity.
• Therapeutic yoga for back pain, joint health, and stress relief.

8. Philosophy & Yogic Lifestyle

• Introduction to the 8 Limbs of Yoga (Ashtanga Yoga by Patanjali).
• Yamas (Ethical principles) & Niyamas (Personal discipline).
• Role of yoga in daily life—diet, routine, and mindfulness.
• Understanding chakras and energy balance.

9. Advanced Yoga & Personal Practice Development

• Exploring more complex asanas and transitions.
• Building a sustainable self-practice routine.
• Understanding sequencing—how to create balanced yoga flows.
• Combining breath, movement, and meditation into one fluid practice.

Additional Course Features

✅ Weekly Challenges – Improving strength, flexibility, and breath control.
✅ Guided Relaxation Sessions – Ending each session with deep relaxation.
✅ Progress Tracking – Self-assessments and teacher feedback.
✅ Q&A & Discussion – Addressing doubts and refining techniques.
✅ Holistic Wellness Integration – Connecting yoga with lifestyle, diet, and mental well-being.