Foundation Course in Yoga

Yoga is one of the six Indian philosophical systems. In the last century, out of the 8 limbs of Yoga, the 2 limbs Asanas (postures) & Pranayama (life force regulation) became popular. At Shrimath, we have drafted principles & practices from Yoga, Tantra & Veda to help our course participants experience (the benefits of) the other limbs as well.

This course is approved by Government of India supported Indian Yoga Association (IYA). Yoga Alliance International (YAI) recognizes this course towards 100 hrs Certification & portions of it is eligible for YACEP from Yoga Alliance (US).

This is designed as an entry level Yoga certification course by IYA with 50 hours is the duration. The IYA syllabus: Foundation Course in Yoga - Indian Yoga Association (yogaiya.in)

In addition to this syllabus, at Shrimath, we prepare participants for 100 hours certification from Yoga Alliance International by imparting 45 additional postures, 2 levels of Yoga Nidra & inputs from Veda & Tantra.

Duration

Residential: 10 days

Course Fees

INR 36,999 (Indians) USD 549 (Others)

Start Dates

09/Jan/2024, 09/Feb/2024

Certification Fees

Indian Yoga Association (including taxes): INR 300 (Indians) & USD 15 (others)
Yoga Alliance International: INR 3000 (for all)

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A day at Shrimath...

Yogasana & Pranayama

Traditional Yogasana as taught by Bihar School of Yoga is followed at Shrimath. 126 Asana & 9 Pranayama techniques are taught in this 27day course through 2 sessions daily followed by self-practice.

Yoga Philosophy

Philosophy sessions revolve around concepts from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras & Bhagawad Gita.

At Shrimath, apart from the above texts, inputs & processes from Tirumular Tirumandiram, Gheranda Samhita, Siva Samhita, & Hatha Yoga Pradipika are taught. Thus, Yoga as a way of life becomes clear.

Mudra

Mudra is a separate are of study in Tantra. It is important for Yoga practitioners to know & practice at least a dozen of them to deepen their experience of Yogasana, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra & Meditation

Kriya

Kriya (cleansing techniques) is an integral part of Hatha Yoga. There are 6 classifications & participants learn 3 important ones - Jala Neti, Vamana & Laghu Shankaprakshlana during their course of study

Meditation

Meditation is the 7th limb of Yoga. The wise say that it is the best appointment of the day with the most important person in our lives i.e. us.

At Shrimath, Meditation with and without Mantra are taught with time tested steps to derive optimum benefits from the same.

Working with Rural School

Shrimath works closely with the Government school so that the students get exposure to new learning and approaches from our course participants.

Daily 45 minutes you would get opportunity to teach these kids during the course of your study.

Pilgrimage

Pilgrimages are an important aspect of internalizing one's learning. From Shrimath we take participants to Tiruvannamalai, Sringeri, Varanasi, Tala Cauvery as well as the places associated with the Chakras in the body.

Working with Nature

One of the most therapeutic activities is working with nature, daily. The course participants take part in the farm activities daily as a part of their stay and study.

What one batch sows the subsequent batches reap! This activity fosters 'givers mindset' & patience.