KAIVALYADHAMA Where Yoga Tradition & Science Meet (Recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India as an All India Institute of Higher Education (Since 1962) Grant in Aid by Ministry of HRD, Government of India and Department of Higher & Technical Education Govt. of Maharashtra) ICYHC Kaivalyadhama,Mumbai SYLLABUS FOR YOGA COURSES 2016-17 43 Netaji Subhash Road, Kaivalyadhama, Marine Drive Mumabai,400002 Email: kdhamyogcenter@gmail.com Web: www.yogcenter.com Tel: 22818417/2288625
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN YOGA EDUCATION Yoga Teacher Course -YTC 1
PAPER I PATANJALA YOGA SUTRA (P. Y. S.) 62 Lectures Unit Topics Sub-topics Hrs Concept of Yoga Introduction of Yoga Meaning & Definition of Yoga Darshana Indian philosophy Orthodox and Heterodox Sankhya Evolution theory of Sankhya 11 Satkaryavada Relation Sankhya & Patanjala Yoga Sutra Traditional commentaries Patanjala Yoga Sutra Introduction Other related commentaries Structure of Chitta Concept of Chitta Chittabhumis Chittavrittis Nirodhopaya - Abhyasa Concept of Ishvara Practice of Ishvarapranidhana 16 Chittavikshepas (Antarayas) Methods for Chittaprasadana Concept of Samadhi Samprajnata, Asamprajnata Samapatti, Nirbija Samadhi Kriyayoga s of Kriya Yoga Kleshas Concept of Kleshas and their remedy Conceptual Chaturvyuha Heya, Heyahetu, Hana and Hanaopaya Understanding Yoga-anga-abhyasa of Yoga-anga-anushthana 15 Sadhanapada Viveka-khyati Ritambhara-prajna Saptabhumi-prajna Yama Niyama Asana Concept & Pranayama Practice of Pratyahara Eight-Fold Dharana 20 Path Dhyana Samadhi Samyama Patanjala Yoga Sadhana TOTAL 62 2
PAPER II YOGIC TEXTS 62 Lectures Unit Topics Sub-topics Hrs Definitions Concept of Yoga Schools of Yoga 4 Tradition of Hatha Yoga 2 Introduction and Pre-requisites Siddha-Siddhanta Paddhati Important Goraksha Shataka Hathayoga Texts Shiva Samhita & their salient Hathapradipika features Gheranda Samhita 4 Asannas&Shatkriyas Pranayama / Kumbhakas and Bandhas Pre-requisites for Yoga Sadhaka Asanas Shatkriyas Pranayama Ideal place, Ideal hut, Mitahara, Sadhaka Tattva, Badhaka Tattva Antiquity Definitions Classification According to Hathapradipika & Gheranda Samhita Importance of Shuddhi Kriyas Pancha Karma According to Hathapradipika & Gheranda Samhita Evolution Components Importance of three Bandhas & their appropriate applications. Yukta-Ayukta Abhyasa Associated Concepts for the practice of Pranayama 1.Prana, Kanda, Chakra, Nadi 2.Nadi Shodhana Pranayama with reference to 1. Hathapradipika 2. Gheranda Samhita Eight Kumbhakas Technique and Benefits according to Hathapradipika & Gheranda Samhita 5 4 5 17 7 3
Kundalini & Mudra, Dharana/ Dhyana, Nadanusandhana, Svarodaya Jnana Kundalini and its arousal Concept of Kundalini & Mudra Importance and purpose of Mudras Mudras in Hathapradipika & Gheranda Samhita 4 Five Dharanas Concept of Dhyana & Nadanusandhana Pratyahara Marmasthanas Dhyana with special reference to Gheranda Samhita Concept and technique of Samadhi in Gheranda Samhita Nadanusandhana Stages of Nadanusandhana 10 Svarodaya Jnana Importance of Svarodaya Jnana with special reference to Shiva Svarodaya Relevance of Svara Jnana in health and disease TOTAL 62
YOGA & CULTURAL SYNTHESIS& VALUE EDUCATION 62 Lectures Unit Topics Sub-topics Hrs Various Definitions Understanding Civilization Yoga and Culture Relation: Culture and Civilization Yoga, Culture and Humanitarianism 20 Yoga and Culture Yoga and Philosophy Yoga and Value Education Yoga and Indian Culture Yoga and Philosophy Yoga and Philosophy: Shad Darshanas Yoga and Modern Indian Yogis- their contribution in the field of Yoga Religion Diversity in Religion Mysticism Yoga and Value Education Indian and Western Cultural - a brief introduction Salient features of Indian Culture Indian Culture and Yoga Familiarity with the Teachings of Vedas, Principal Upanishadas, Shad-Darshanas, Agama & Purana Introduction to Philosophy - Indian and Western Characteristics Indian Philosophy Brief Introduction of Six Darsahnas Samkhya and Yoga - Concept of Soul, Bondage and Liberation Role of Yoga in Indian Philosophy Adi Shankaracharya contribution in the field of Yoga Sri Aurobindo - contribution in the field of Yoga. Swami Vivekananda - contribution in the field of Yoga. Swami Kuvalayananda - contribution in the field of Yoga. Concept of religion: meaning and Significance Yoga and Buddhism Yoga and Islam Yoga and Christianity Yoga & Mysticism Concept of Value - Nature and Role Classification of Values Indian Traditional Classification of Values - Purushartha and Panchakosha Values and Education Rationale of Value Education Meaning of Value Education Aims and Objectives of Value Education Content of Value Education Role of teacher in Value Education Methods of Value Education 20 22 5
Yoga as a Method of Value Education Contribution of Ashtanga Yoga With reference to Yama and Niyama Contribution of Hathayoga with reference to a few Asanas Contribution of Kriyayoga - Tapa, Swadhyaya, and Ishwarapranidhana towards Value Education TOTAL 62 6
PAPER IV STRUCTURE & FUNCTIONS OF HUMAN BODY & EFFECTS OF YOGA PRACTICES ON IT 62 Lectures Unit Topics Sub-topics Hrs Meaning of the subject Introduction Introduction to Anatomy and physiology Meaning of the basic terms Importance of the subject Yoga in view of Anatomy and Physiology 1 Anatomy of the Digestive organs Digestive system Physiology of Digestion Factors affecting Digestion Concept of Yogic Diet Comparison with Modern Science 4 Anatomy of the Respiratory organs Respiratory system Mechanism of ventilation Regulation of respiration Lung capacity and related terms Importance of Respiratory muscles 5 Anatomy of the Heart and Blood vessels Circulatory system Physiology of Circulation concept of Blood Pressure Factors affecting Blood Pressure 3 Functions and properties of Muscles Systems of Human Types of Muscles Body Muscular system Types of stretching and contraction 7 Anatomy of regional muscles Types of movements Functions, Properties of Bones Skeletal system Types of Bones and Joints Anatomy of Vertebral Column Anatomy of Thoracic cage and Pelvis 4 Anatomy of Urinary System Urogenital system Physiology of Urine formation and Excretion Anatomy of Genital system Physiology of Menstruation Factors affecting menstruation 2 Neuro-endocrine system 7 Anatomy of Nervous System Physiology of Brain Functioning Anatomy of Endocrine Glands 2
Yoga in Scientific View Yoga Injuries Yoga and Stress Yama, Niyama - Scientific View Asana-Scientific View Pranayama, Mudra- Scientific View Kriya- Scientific View Pratyahara and Meditation- Scientific View Nadi, Chakra Concept Samadhi and Klesha(Health and Disease) Injuries due to faulty Yogic practices. Physiology of Stress Neuroendocrine Axis Concept of Yama Concept of Niyama Cultivation of correct psychological attitude Psychophysical reconditioning Physiology of Asana Types of Asana Explanation of Fundamental Asanas Precautions during Asanas Psychophysiological effect of Pranayama Types of Pranayama Advancement in Pranayama Importance of Mudra Importance of Kriya Physiology of each Kriya Precautions during Kriya Researches in Kaivalyadhama about Kriya Concept of Pratyahara Meaning of Dharana-Dhyana Research in Meditation Techniques about Meditation Concept of Nadi Concept of Chakras Concept of Prana References about Awakening- Traditional Scientific Interpretation and its Limitations Cortico-Limbic Balance Limbico-Endocrine Balance Endocrine-Metabolic Balance Intracellular Balance Meaning of Klesha and Antaraya Meaning of Yoga injury Causes of Injuries Some common Injuries during Asana Some common injuries during Pranayama Some common injuries in Kriya Physiology of Stress Understanding concept of Stress Understanding of Vishada Yoga Stress and its Yogic Approach 1 8 6 3 2 2 1 2 3 8
Application of Yoga Scientific Research in Yoga Awareness of Yoga Applications, Indications, Contra- 3 Therapy indications and Limitations Contribution of Swami Kuvalayanandaji in Scientific Research 3 of Yoga TOTAL 62 9
PAPER V YOGA AND MENTAL HEALTH 62 Lectures Unit Topics Sub-topics Hrs Need of Yoga & Mental Health in Need of Yoga & the context of Darshanas Mental Health in the Introduction to Psychology: Its origin, context of Yoga history, Similarities and dissimilarities Psychology between Science of Yoga & Modern Psychology Need & Scope : Holistic Health through Yoga & Psychology Normality, Abnormality: Psychological & Yogic Views Personality Integration Psychology & Yoga Concept of Normality Tackling Abnormality through Yoga as Therapy Personality Integration through psychology & Yoga Psychological definition of Yoga: Its advantages & limitations Definition of Health, Mental Health, Total Health; Psychological (qualitative aspect) & Yogic perspectives of Health (Patanjala Yoga Sutra, Bhagwat Gita & other Upanishads) Definition of Mental Hygiene &Total Hygiene Normality in Yoga and Psychology Theories and models in Psychology Existential abnormalities / disorders: i. Freudian approach ii. Patanjala Yoga Sutra approach iii. Hatha Yoga approach Basic Principles of Yoga as Therapy as per Patanjala Yoga Sutra Causes and remedial measures on all existential Disorders as per Patanjala Yoga Sutra Remedial measures on all existential Disorders: i. Laghu Yoga Vasishth ii. Hathapradipika Personality Development in Psychology & in Yoga Development of Modern theories of Personality (Nature & Nurture) Indian approach to personality and personality integration in the context of Triguna, Panca Kosha & Citta Bhumi 17 12 10 10
Psycho-Social Implications of yoga Stress Management Yogic Life Style & Prayer for a Total Self Development Counselling Adjustment through Attitude Change Adjustment through tackling Conflict & Frustration Stress Stress Management Yogic Lifestyle Prayer Personal and interpersonal adjustment through yogic methods Yamas & Niyamas Attitude change towards Yoga through individualized counseling, Psychological &Yogic methods Tackling ill effects of Conflict and Frustration through Yogic methods Counseling for Adjustment: Psychological, Philosophical and Yogic Synthesis between Psychology and Yoga towards a total Personality Development Concept of Stress: Modern Psychological Stress Management Methods in Modern Psychology & in Yoga A brief account of psychophysiological and Attitude Forming Methods in Patanjala Yoga Sutra, Bhagwat Gita & other Upanishads useful for Stress Management Yogic Life Style for Self Development: Practical Methods in Yoga Prayer: a Cross Cultural Approach: Psychological perspectives of Prayer for Mental (Emotional) &Spiritual Development Psychological Reasoning of Prayer Benefits of prayer for i. The Yoga Sadhaka ii. The Common Man Counselling Techniques Counselling in Yoga 2 TOTAL 62 8 13 11
PAPER V TEACHING METHODOLOGY IN YOGA 20 Lectures + Lessons by Students Unit Topics Sub-topics Hrs Need of practice teaching Teaching, Learning, Education and its use in Yogic practice Ancient and Modern Education Systems 1 Concept of Yoga Introduction Yoga and Yogic practices Yogic Practices: Asanas, Pranayamas, Bandhas & Mudras, Kriyas, Meditation Misconceptions of Yoga Sources of Misconceptions 2 Methodology Different Teaching Methods Meaning and Scope of Relevance of Teaching Methods Presentation Teaching Methods in Yoga Education 2 techniques Factors influencing Methods of teaching Teaching aids Meaning Need of Teaching Aids 1 Anatomico-Physiological Sources of Teaching Methods Class management Lesson Plan Scientific Principles of Teaching Introduction Preparation During the Class Lesson Plan Time allotment Lesson Presentation Principles Psychological Principles Educational/Pedagogic Principles Sociological Principles Yogic Principles Meaning & Need Classroom/Hall Management Grouping of participants Lesson Planning Dealing with Difficult Students Class Formation Instructions Meaning and Need Importance of Lesson Plan Guidelines for preparing Lesson Steps in a Yogic Lesson Meaning Importance Lesson Presentation by students (4 Lessons per student of 20 min each) 3 3 3-12
Research Methodology Orientation of Research Theoretical Research 2 Methodology Empirical Research 3 TOTAL 20 13
PRACTICAL SUPINE ASANAS Shavasana Ardha Halasana (One leg/both legs) Pawanamuktasana (Ardha/Purna) Setubandhasana Crocodile variations Uttana Padasana Naukasana (Supine) Matsyasana Halasana Chakrasana (Backward) PRONE ASANAS Makarasana Niralambasana Marjari Asana Bhujangasana Sarpasana Ardha Shalabhasana Co-ordination Movement (Prone) Shalabhasna Naukasana (Prone) Dhanurasana SITTING ASANAS Vajrasana Bhadrasana Parvatasana Gomukhasana Janushirasana Vakrasana Ardha Matsyendrasana Paschimottanasana Supta Vajrasana Yoga Mudra Ushtrasana Mandukasana Uttana Mandukasana STANDING ASANAS Tadasana Chakrasana (Lateral) Konasana Vrikshasana Trikonasana Natrajasana Utkatasana Padhastasana Garudasana INVERTED ASANAS Viparitkarani Sarvangasana Shirshasana ADVANCED ASANAS Akarna Dhanurasana Tolangulasana Bakasana Padma Bakasana Gorakshasana Ugrasana Shirsha Padangushthasana Kapotasana Rajkapotasana Matsyendrasana Kurmasana Kukkutasana Uttana Kurmasana Hansasana Mayurasana Vatayanasana 14
MEDITATIVE ASANAS Virasana Swastikasana Samasana Padmasana Siddhasana DRISHTI Bhru Madhya Drishti Nasagra Drishti Jatru Drishti MANTRA CHANTING Pranava Japa Swasti Mantra Om Stavan Savitropasana Rudropasana Mahapurushavidya Bhagvadgita Chapter 15 PRANAYAMA Anuloma- Vilom Ujjayi Suryabhedana Shitali Sitkari Bhramari Bhastrika MUDRAS & BANDHAS Brahma Mudra Simha Mudra Jivha Bandha Mula Bandha Jalandhara Bandha Uddiyana Bandha (Bahya/Antar) SHUDDHI KRIYA KapalaBhati Agnisara Nauli Trataka JalaNeti Rubber Neti Vaman Dhauti Danda Dhauti Vastra Dhauti Shankha Prakshalana (Varisara) 15