Learn to practice and teach classical ashtanga primary series. Master proper technique, alignment, transitions and breathing. Deepen your knowledge of functional anatomy, adjustments and teaching methodology. Record yourself teaching and get feedback to become a confident instructor. Do live zoom classes with students from around the world. Watch video modules to work at your own pace. Receive a Yoga Alliance Certificate of Continuing Education.
Highlights
Learn classical ashtanga primary series
Master technique, alignment and transitions
Explore yoga philosophy, sutras and chakras
Deepen your knowledge with functional anatomy
Receive daily live classes and video modules
Record yourself teaching and get feedback
Receive a 200hr Yoga Alliance certificate
Details
Complete the whole course by watching pre-recorded videos
Chat with other students and join optional daily live classes
Follow our daily training schedule or work at your own pace
Courses are ongoing daily, you can book now and start today
COURSE STRUCTURE
Daily Practice
Each day you will practice parts of the classical ashtanga yoga primary series as created by Pattabhi Jois. Over the weeks you will gradually build until finally you can practice the full series, which includes sun salutations, traditional core poses, mantras and pranayama.
Analytics & Workshops
In analytics class you will examine each pose one by one to learn correct alignment, technique, engagement, transitions and modifications. Workshops include working with injuries, adjustments, sequencing, meditation and pranayama. Bonus classes include aerial and acro yoga.
Anatomy & Physiology
Gain a deeper understanding of the structures and principles underlying each movement and of yoga itself. See how specific muscles respond to the movements of the joints with biomechanics; how alterations of a pose can enhance or reduce effectiveness; how the spine, breathing, and body position are all fundamentally linked; and the various bodily systems.
Philosophy
Discover the true meaning of yoga by exploring the ancient wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Examine the 8 limbs of ashtanga and learn how to cultivate an authentic yogic lifestyle. Our beloved instructor Manjeet Mathur in India explains how to lead a disciplined and balanced life through the yamas and niyamas.
Professional Essentials
Record yourself teaching each week building up to a complete 75 minute class for the final exam. You can teach friends, family or other students via Zoom. An instructor will examine your class and give you feedback. Also receive PDF books plus classes on teaching methodology, class design, professional development.
Live Classes
Optional live classes are held twice a day. Classes are a mix of physical practice and Q&A. Topics include hatha, vinyasa, ashtanga, anatomy, analytics, teaching methodology, pranayama, meditation and philosophy. Classes are recorded so you can watch later if you miss the time.
COURSE HOURS
28hrs Ashtanga Yoga Practice
Practice along with the full primary and half primary series videos
Watch the videos of yourself and write a self evaluation
An instructor will review and give written feedback
2.5hrs Analytics
Intro to Ashtanga
Ashtanga analytics 1
Asana Analytics 2
1.25hrs Teaching Methodology
Lecture on how to teach ashtanga
Example class for beginners
1.75hrs Special Techniques
Breath and bandhas
Drishti
Opening mantra
Closing mantra
Mantra worksheet
6hrs Anatomy
The body systems
Yoga diet and ayurveda
Anatomy for ashtanga
1hr Philosophy
Introduction to Patanjali
Yamas and Niyamas part 1
Yamas and Niyamas part 2
3hrs Teaching Half Primary Series
Record yourself teaching the Half Primary Series
Teach someone at home or another student via Zoom
Watch the video and write a self evaluation
The instructor will review and give feedback
4hrs Teaching Full Primary Series
Record yourself teaching full Full Primary series
Teach someone at home or another student via Zoom
Watch the video and write a self evaluation
The instructor will review and give feedback
4hrs Teaching: Analytics
Record yourself teaching analytics for 80min
Teach someone at home or another student via Zoom
Explain in detail each pose, give a demonstration then assist your student
Use props, modifications and adjustments
Teach someone at home or another student via Zoom
Watch the video and write a self evaluation
The instructor will review and give feedback
4hrs Theory Presentation
Record and submit four 15min video presentations
Choose four ashtanga topics of your choice
An instructor will review and give written feedback
6hrs Adjustments
Watch the adjustment videos
Practice and than record yourself giving adjustments to another person
Watch the video and write a self evaluation
The instructor will review and give feedback
9hrs Self Study
Spend 45min a day to memorise the following:
English and Sanskrit names for each pose
Form and technique of each pose
Opening and closing mantra
Dristi, bandhas and breath count
Key points of philosophy and anatomy lectures
30hrs Live Classes
Join 30hrs of live classes or watch recordings
Classes are a mix of physical practice and Q&A
Topics include hatha, ashtanga, anatomy and philosophy
Classes are Mon-Sat, twice a day, various times
Please note: no refund will be issued after 48hr of purchase.
