~ Yoga Volunteer Course (YVC) ~

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INR (₹) 10,000 / USD ($) 125

This teacher training course is available from Monday to Saturday. You can start the course as soon as you enroll.

A self-paced program is available. Please send an inquiry to Swasti Yoga Center for more information.

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Yoga Volunteer Course (YVC) - Your Gateway to Yoga Wisdom

Welcome to the Swasti Yoga Centre’s Yoga Volunteer Course (YVC), where your journey into the transformative world of yoga begins! Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiastic yoga practitioner, this course is your stepping stone to understanding the essence of traditional yoga.

About the Course

Summary: Embark on a transformative 8-week part-time or 14-day full-time/intensive course designed to provide a glimpse into a yoga teacher training experience. Led by certified international faculty, the YVC builds a robust foundation in yoga principles and practices, catering to both youths and adults.

Why Choose YVC?

Foundation Building: Lay the groundwork for your yoga journey, gaining insights into traditional yoga.
Prerequisite for Level 1 TTC: Ideal for beginners with no yoga experience, setting the stage for advanced training.
Certification: Receive a Swasti Yoga Centre and YCB Verified Certificate, making you eligible for Level 1 – Yoga Protocol Instructor.

Course Details

Duration: 8 weeks part-time; 14 days full-time/intensive

Contact Hours: 36 hours

Time Commitment: 3-5 hours per week

Skill Level: Beginner

Languages: English, Spanish, Italian

Syllabus: Foundation Course Full Syllabus (Click here to check syllabus)

Course Pricing (INR): 10,000 INR/ 125 USD

Foreign students YCB Fees: 100 USD

Maximum Group Size: 10

Highlights

Global Reach: Join a diverse community from 35 countries with global internship opportunities.
Certified Faculty: Engage in 36 hours of online and offline modules with live sessions led by certified international instructors.
Accommodation: Options available for both national and international students.
Yogic Lifestyle: Immerse yourself in the yogic way of life, gaining firsthand experience.
Flexible Learning: Online sessions conducted via Zoom, Google Duo, or Microsoft Teams, following Pune, India’s time zone (India Standard Time, GMT 5.5).
Language Options: English instruction with Hindi and Marathi available upon request.
Start Anytime: Begin your course journey as soon as you sign up, with self-paced options upon discussion with the teacher.

Yoga Styles

Hatha Yoga
Traditional Yoga
Ashtang Yoga

What's not included

Accommodation
Food
Yoga Props
Yoga Certification Board (Govt. of India) Yoga Exam Fees
Foreign students YCB Fees: 100 USD

Cancellation Policy

A reservation requires a deposit of 100% of the total price, non-refundable upon cancellation.
Ready to dive into the world of yoga? Sign up for the Yoga Volunteer Course and let the transformative journey begin!

Syllabus for Volunteer Course (YVC)

SYLLABUS FOR YOGA FOUNDATION COURSE (YFC)

1. Name of the certification: Yoga Foundation Course (YFC)

2. Course level: Foundation (Swasti Yoga Certification)

3. Requirement/ Eligibility:

a. For open candidates there are no eligibility criteria

b. For admission in the course it is suggested/ desired that the candidate should have passed 10th standard / secondary school certificate from a recognized board or equivalent. However,the Yoga Institutions can define their own eligibility.

4. Brief Role Description: Certified Yoga Professionals can teach basics of Yoga for prevention of diseases and promotion of health. They can conduct Yoga practice /classes in parks, societies etc

5. Minimum age: No age limit

6. Personal Attributes: The job requires individual to have good communication skills, time management skills and ability to understand the body language of the trainees.

7. Credit points for certificate: N/A

8. Duration of course: Not less than 50 hours (direct and indirect contact hours)

9. Certification exam conducted by Swasti Yoga Centre:

Total Marks: 100 (Theory: 50 + Practical: 100)

YOGA AND YOGIC PRACTICES

What is Yoga?
Different Definitions of Yoga
Streams of Yoga
Major Benefits of Yoga
International Yoga Day

INTRODUCTION TO YOGA TEXTS

Eight Limbs of Ashtang Yoga
Bhagvad Gita
The Ramayana
Vedas
Basic terminologies of Yoga and their meanings

YOGA FOR PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT

Personality: Meaning and types of personality.
Determinants of Personality with reference to psycho-social environment.
Knowledge of various facets and stages of development of personality.
Personality Development
Role of spirituality and positive attitude in personality development.
Role of Yogic practices (Asana, Pranayama, Shatkarma, Bandha, Mudra etc.) in health
Personality Development with Yogic tools.

PRACTICAL

A. Demonstration Skills

Prayer: Shanti Mantra, Gayatri Mantra,
Breathing Practices- Hand in and out, Hand Stretch Breathing, Ankle Stretch Breathing, Rabbit Stretch Breathing, Tiger Breathing, Dog Breathing
Body Loosening Exercises- Jogging Practice, Forward and Backward Bending, Side Bending, Upper body twisting, Sit-ups, Hip Rotation, Nauka Chalana, Chakki Chalana, Chapa Making, Rope Pulling, Paschimotasana, Horse Riding Jumping
Sithili Vyayam- Toe Bending, Ankle Bending, Ankle Rotation, Knee Bending, Knee Rotation, Knee Cap Tightening, Half Butterfly, Full Butterfly, Waist Rotation, Wrist Rotation, Shoulder Rotation, Neck Bending, Neck Rotation, Elbow Stretching

Sitting

Utkatasana
Sukhasana
Purvottanasana
Ardha Padmasana , Padmasana
Veerasana
Vajrasana
Supta Vajrasana
Shithila Dandasana
Chaturanga Dandasana
Bharadvajasana I
Namaskarasana
Bhadrasana
Janu Sirshasana
Parighasana
Poorna Titali Asana
Baddha Konasana
Udarakarshanasana
Brahmacharyasana
Simple Navasana
Marjarasana

Standing

Hasta uttanasana
Akarna Dhanurasana
Padhastasana
Eka Pada Pranamasana
Tiryaka Kati Chakrasana
Meru Prishthasana
Kati Chakrasana
Tadasana/ Samasthiti
Tiryaka Tadasana
Virabhadrasana 2
Utthita Trikonasana
Dolasana

Asanas: Supine

Ardha Pavanmuktasana
Apanasana
Jhulana Lurhakanasana
Parivartit Pavanmuktasana
Sethu Bandhasana
Ardha Halasana/ Utthanpadasana
Supta Padangusthasana
Pada Sanchalanasana
Ananda Balasana
Kativakrasana/Jathara Parivartanasana
Shava Udarakarshanasana
Jathara Parivritti
Urdhva Prasarita Padasana

Prone

Ardh Bhujangasana
Sarpasana
Viminasana
Ardha Shalabhasana
Makarasana
Matsya Kridasana

Mudras

Drushti

Pranayama- Moola Pranayama, Anulom/ Vilom, Abdominal, Thoracic, Clavicular, FYB, Bhramari, Om Chanting

B. Teaching Skills (Methods of Teaching Yoga)

Communication skills
Communication barriers
Keys to effective Listening -Active listening
Essentials of good lesson plan: concepts, needs, planning of teaching Yoga

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