P.G.

DIPLOMA IN YOGA THERAPY

1. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
~ To promote positive health and rehabilitation through Yoga.
~ To develop competent professionals who can practise and instruct Yoga.
);> To equip yoga practitioners with the knowledge. and skills for supportive applications of health
promotion and to offer support in the delivery of medical care.
);>. To help the students understand the vast potential of Yoga as a non- invasive tool and its application in
preventive health.

2. SCOPE OF THE COURSE

);> The course attempts to develop the skills and competencies
act as instructors in the practice of yoga for health promotion.
of the participants
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so as to enable them to

);> It develops health care support personnel capable of supplementing conventional treatments with the
practice of yoga.
);> The professionals trained in yoga may participate in supportive care under the supervision of
professionals from the field of medicine.

3. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Bachelor's Degree in any discir line recognized by the University of Kerala.
4. DURATION OF COURSE
One calendar Year (600 Instructional Hours including block placement)
4.1. Theory : 230 Hours
4.2. Practical : 110 Hours
4.3. Seminar and Internal Examinations : 4Q.Hours
4.4. Block Placement : 200 Hours (Spread over 60 days)
5. MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION: English
6. COURSE STRENGTH: 30 Students
7. COURSE STRUCTURE

Theory· Practical Total

No Name of Paper
(HI'S) (HI'S) (Hrs)
1 Applied Philosophy and Ethics 50 50
2 The Philosophy of Yoga 50 50
3 Applied Anatomy & Biomechanics 35 15 50
4 Pathophysiology & Wellness 35 15 50
5 Yoga: Asana and Meditation 10 65 75
6 Yoga Therapy '10 65 75
7 Research Methodology and Report Writing 10 10
Block Placement 200
Seminar and Internal Assessment 40

Total 600

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8. SCHEME OF EVALUATION
, Practic Project! Total
No Paper Theory CE
al viva marks
I Applied Philosophy and Ethics 75 25 -- lOa
2 The Philosophy of Yoga 75 25 -- lOa
3 Applied Anatomy & Biomechanics 75 50 25- -- 150

4 Pathophysiology & Wellness 75 50 25 -- 150

5 Yoga :Asana and Meditation 50 75 25 150

6 Yoga Therapy 50 75 25 -- ··150

Research Methodology and Report
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Writing
50 sa 100
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Comprehensive Viva 100 .... 100

Total for the course 1000

8.1. There shall be Seven theory Papers, Four practical papers, Block Placement and Projectwork to
be taken up by the candidate as part of the course. .
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8.2. The theory papers as well as the practical papers will have three modes Of evaluation; Continuous.
Evaluation (CE), Final Examination and a Comprehensive Viva-Voce; .
8.2.1. Continuous Evaluation of Theory papers: 25 Marks

Attendance Assignment Seminar Test Paper Total

5 5 5 10 25

8.2.1.1. Distribution of marks for Attendance

(9 2: 75% : 1
e 2: 80% : 2
~ 2: 85%
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e 2: 9.0% : 4
• > 95% : 5
Condonation of attendance up to a maximum of 5%, subject to University Regulations, maybe allowed
for candidates who fall in short of attendance.
8.2.1.2. Test Paper: There shall be three test papers for each paper for the whole course and the .
average of the three test papers will be taken for the purpose of Continuous Evaluation.· .
8.2.2. Final Examination (Written) : 75 Marks
8.2.2.1. Structure of Theory Paper
a. The duration of the Examination shall be Three hours.
b. The question paper shall consist of three types of questions- Essays, Paragraph Questions and Short
Answer Questions.
c. The question paper shall consist of,
• Three essays of 15 marks each, of which the candidate has to answer any two in, not.more than
·4.00 words.

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 • Eight paragraph questions of 5 marks each, of which the candidate has to answer any five in, not
more than 100 words.
• Twelve short answer questions of2 marks each, of which the candidate has to answer any ten in
not more than 30 words.
8.3. Structure of Practical Papers
8.4; Mode of Evaluation: There shall be two modes of evaluation:
Continuous Evaluation (CE) and Final Examination.
8.4.1. Continuous Evaluation: 25 Marks
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Attendance Assignment Practical Test Total

5 5 15 25

Distribution of marks for attendance may be as in the case of CE for Theory Papers.
8.4.1.1. Practical Test: There shall be Three Practical Tests of 5 marks each and the cumulative total
may be taken for the purpose of Continuous Evaluation.
8.4.2. Final Practical Examination for Paper 5 and Paper 6
8.4.2.1. Total marks: 75
8.4.2.2. Split up of marks
a Record 10

b Case study with specific yoga/ yoga therapy practices 10

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Ie Instructional/Therapeutic Competency 15

d Demonstration of Asanas/Y oga Therapy Package 15

e Demonstration of Pranayamas/ for Yoga Therapy 10

f Demonstration of yogic kriyas 15

8.5.1. Final Practical Examination for Applied Anatomy & Biomechanics

Total Marks: 50
8.5.2. Split up of marks for Applied Anatomy & Biomechanics
Any five of the following items @ 10 marks each
@ Surface Anatomy of Organs
" Measurement of size of muscle
" Identifying muscle contraction
• Breathing 'Rate Measurement
• Breathing Exercises
• Lung Exerciser( Incentive Spirometer)
• BP, Pulse measurement
• Identifying components of Blood (demonstration only)
II Measurement of ROM(goniometer)
• Measurement of Strength(Dynamometer)
8.5.3. Final Practical Examination for Patho-physiology.
Total Marks: 50
8.5.4. Split up of marks for Patho-physiology.
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 • Case history taking 10
• Measurement of Vital signs 10
• Measurement ofBMI 10
• Aptitude/ Viva 20
8.6. Project Work: The Project Work includes (a) theory, (b) project report and (c) viva-voce.
8.6.1. Theory: Research Methodology and Report Writing.
A final examination for this paper for a maximum of 50 marks will have to be taken up by the .
candidates.
8.6.1.1.The structure of question paper
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Maximum marks : 50
o .Eight paragraph questions of 5 marks each, of which the candidate has to answer any Six in not more
than 100 words.
o Twelve short answer questions of2 marks each, of which the candidate has to answer any ten in not
more than five sentences.
8.6.2. Project Work:
A Project on topics related to Papers 5 and / or 6 has to be taken up by each candidate. The project report,
having not more than 50 pages, on the above should be submitted before the final examinations as
notified by the university. The maximum marks allotted for project report is 50.
9. Block Placement:
The candidates have to undergo Block Placement for 60 days in any of the institutions empanelled by
CACEE. The institutions may be hospitals (modern and indigenous systems of medicine),
schools/colleges, registered institutions / organizations where yoga therapy is practised. The candidates
have to submit a report signed by the supervisor and countersigned by the Head of the Institutions along
with a certificate of completion of Block placement.
Format of Block Placement
Part. A. profile of the Institution
1. history and background
II. departments
iii. infrastructural facilities
IV. clientele
v. service offered
vi. services availed by public/patients
Part B. Daily Report: of the work done by the student inthe institution to be countersigned by the
supervisor each day .
Size of the Report: Not less than 50 typed pages in A4 size. Pictures and illustrations may be attached
Medium of the Report: English or Malayalam
The student shall be permitted to appear for the examination only on submission of the' Block
Placement Report within the stipulated time.
10. A Comprehensive Viva- Voce for 100 marks covering all aspects of the syllabi, including the project
work, will be conducted as a part of final examination.

PAPER I: APPLIED PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICS

Aim: To familiarize the students with the fundamentals of philosophy and professional ethics
Objectives:
• To introduce the nature and subject matter of philosophy
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 • To familiarize with the nature of ancient Indian philosophy
• To introduce the fundamentals of ethics
• To familiarize with the ethical issues related to yoga therapy.

SYLLABUS - (50 Hours)

UNIT 1. Introduction
1.1. Etymological meaning of phi losophy
1.2. A few Important definitions of philosophy
1.3. Themes of Philosophy
1.3.1. Metaphysics: Ontology and Cosmology
1.3.2. Epistemology
1.3.3. Axiology: Aesthetics, Ethics and Logic
UNIT 2. Indian Philosophy
2.1. General Characteristics ofIndian philosophy
2.2. Vedas
2.2.1. The four parts of Vedas
2.2.2. Jfiana and karma kandas
2.3. Upanisads
2.3.1. The concepts of Atman and Brahman
2.3.2. Atman-- Brahman identity
2.3.3. Tatvamasi
2.3.4. Practical teaching- Moksa
2.4. Aastika and nastika schools of Indian philosophy.
UNIT 3. Fundamentals of Ethics
3.1. What is ethics?
3.1.1. Normative nature
3.) .2. Distinction between law and ethics
3.2. Psychological basis of morality
3.2.1. Voluntary, non-voluntary and Willed actions
3.2.2. Character and conduct
3.2.3. Motive and intention.
3.3. Motivation
3.3.1. Hedonism
3.3.2. Psychological hedonism
3.3.3. Ethical hedonism.
3.4. Moral Concepts: Right, Duty, Justice and Virtue.
3.5. Developmentof Moral Consciousness
3.5.1. Level of instinct, Level of custom and Level of conscience
3.5.2. Cultural relativism.
3.6. Ancient Indian Approaches
3.6.1. The four aims of life: Purusharthas
3.6.2. The four stages of life: Asramas
3.6.3. The four classes: Varnas
3.6.4. Bhagavad Gita
3.6A.I.Lokasamgraha

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UNIT 4. Ethics for Yoga Therapy
4.1. Carakasamhita (600 BC)
4.2. Therapist- client! patient relationship
4.2.1. Confidentiality and privacy
4.2.2. Autonomy and consent
4.2.3. Beneficence and non-maleficence
4.3. Professionalism in therapy
4.3.1. Interdisciplinary relationships
4.3.2. Communication with professionals from related disciplines
4.3.3. Malpractice and negligence.
Practical
UNIT 5. Discussion and working out practical issues related to philosophy.
References: -
Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction, Edward Craig, OUP
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2. Invitation to Indian Philosophy, Mahadevan, T.M.P, Arnold-Heinemann Publishers (India).
3. A Manual of Ethics, Jadunath Sinha, Sinha Publishing House.
4. Introduction to Ethics, William Lillie, Allied Publishers.
5. Medical.Ethics, Francis, CM .. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers, New Delhi.
6. Ethics: A Contemporary Introduction, Gensler, Harry J: Routledge,
7. Critical survey of indian philosophy, C D Sharma.

PAPER II: THE PHILOSOPHY OF YOGA

Aim:

~ To impart the basic knowledge of philosophical and psychological foundations of Yoga.

Objectives:

~ To introduce the nature and development of yoga traditions.

~ To familiarize the concept of self and liberation among different schools ofIndian Philosophy.
~ To introduce the metaphysical and psychological dimensions of Yoga.
~ To introduce Yoga as the rules of conduct for the social, personal, physical, psychical and spiritual
development.

SYLLABUS (50 Hours)

1. Introduction
1.1. What is Yoga?
1.2. Etymological meaning of Yoga
1.3. Origin and Development of Yoga

1.3.1. Historical'
1.3.2. Psychological
1.4. Definitions of Yoga in Bhagavad GHa
1.5. Four kinds of Yoga

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 , 1.5.1. Karma Yoga
1.5.2. Bhakti Yoga
.1.5.3. Jnflana Yoga
1.5.4. Raja Yoga
1.6. Relevance of Yoga in modern world
2. Nature of Self and Liberation
2.1. Carvaka: Epiphenomenalism- Concept of liberation
2.2. Buddhism: Anatma vada- Nirvana
2.3. Jainism: Panpsychism- Liberation
2.4. Nyaya-Vaisesika: Soul- Apavarga
2.5. Vedanta
2.5.1. Nature ofJiva- Paiicakosas- Avastha traya
2.5.2. Atman- Brahman- Identity
2.5.3. Satta traya
2.5.4. Moksha- Jivanmukti- Videhamukti
3. The Metaphysics of Yoga
3.1. Satkaryavada
3.2. Prakrti and Guna
3.3. Purusa- Plurality of Purusa
3.4. Kinds of Evolution
3.4.1. The Evolutes
3.5. Kaivalya
4. The Psychology of Yoga
4.1. Definition of Yoga in Yogasiitra
4.1.1. Citta
4.1.1.1. cittavrtti
4.1.1.2. cittabhumi
4.1.2. klesas
4.1.3. Nirodhah- Brief account ofthe followings as the types of Yoga
4.1.3.1. Hatha-Yoga
4.1.3.2. Mantra-Ycg:
4.1.3.3. Laya Yoga
4.1.3.4. Integral Yoga
5. Astangayoga
5.1. External Preparations
5.1.1. Social Preparations: Yam a
5.1.2. Personal Preparations: Niyama
5.1.3. Physical and Mental Preparations
5.1.3.1. Asana
5.1.3.2. Pranayama
5.1.3.3. Pratyahara .
5.2. Internal Preparations
5.2.1. Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi
5.3. Siddhis

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 6. Samadhi
6.1. Pratyaya and Prajfia
6.2 ..Sabija Samadhi
6.2.1. Samprajfiata Samadhi
6.2.1.1. Savitarka andNirvitarka Samadhi
6.2.12. Savichara/ Nirvicara, Sananda, Sasmita Samadhis
6.2.2. Asamprajfiata Samadhi
6.3. Nirbija Samadhi .
6.4. Dharma Megha Samadhi
Practical
7. Yoga and Contemporary world: Discussion based on-
7.1. Relevance of Yoga in modem world
7 .2. Yoga and quality of life.
References:
1. The Yoga Tradition' Its History, Literature, Philosophy and Practice Georg Feuerstein, Motilal
Banarsidas Publishers.
2. Invitation to Indian Philosophy Mahadevan, T.M.P; Arnold-Heinemann Publishers (India).
3. A Critical Survey of Indian Philosophy, Sharma, CD. Motilal Banarasidass Pvt. Ltd.
4. The Science of Yoga, Taimni, LK..The Theosophical Publishing House.
S. Rajayoga, Swami Vivekananda. Celephais Press,.

PAPER III - APPLIED ANATOMY AND BIOMECHANICS

I. Aim.
~ To provide the participants with basic working knowledge of the sciences of anatomy and
physiology to enable their understanding of yoga practices from a scientific point of view.
H. Objectives
~ To familiarize the students with the anatomy ofthe human body.
~ To impart the basic knowledge Of the functioning of body systems as relevant to yoga.

HI. SYLLABUS (50 Hours) - Theory 35 hrs- Practical- 15 hrs

1. Introduction.to Human body and functions
1.1 The Internal environment and homeostasis
1.2 Cells, tissues and organs
1.3 Skin and its functions
1.4 Organization of internal organs and surface anatomy
1.5 Organization of nervous and circulatory systems
1.6 Risks of injury to internal organs, protecting vital structures

2. Muscle
2.1 Types of Muscles and their roles
2.2 Major skeletal muscles
2.3 Types of contraction: isotonic, isometric, eccentric
2.4 Closed and open kinetic chain actions
2.5 Size and tone of muscles, shortening, flexibility, fatigue
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2.7 Complex muscles.actions and Principles of levers
2.8 Common disorders: Myalgia, myasthenia, cramps, muscle soreness, injury
3. Bone and Joints
3.1 Types of bones and joints
3.2 Major bones and joints and their functions
3.3 Range of motion (ROM) of joints : normal and abnormal
3.4 Range of motion of cervical and lumbar spines
3.5 Common abnormalities: deformities, osteoporosis, stress fractures
3.6 Common disorders: arthritis, spondylosis, tendonitis, contractu res, tightness
3.7 Types of joint motion: ActiveROM, Passive ROM, Assisted ROM
3.8 Resisted motion, Progressive resistance, strength and endurance exercises
4. Blood and Circulation
4.1 Blood components, anaemia, common abnormalities
4.2 Structure and functions ofthe heart
4.3 Blood pressure, pulse, normal and abnormal
4.4 Common disorders of cardiac function
4.5 The lymphatic circulation, lymph nodes, spleen, thymus
4.6 Exercise tolerance, maximal and submaximal exercise
4.7 Fatigue, syncope, BP fall, identifying cardiac emergencies
5. Respiratory and Nervous systems
5.1 Normal breathing cycle
5.2 Deep and shallow breathing, abnormal breathing
5.3 Oxygen, CO2 and breathing
5.4 Common lung diseases
5.5 Arrangement of nervous system, spinal cord and nerves
5.6 Autonomous nervous system
5.7 Autonomous nervous system and the yoga
5.8 Common nervous disorders: anxiety, depression
6. Endocrine system
6.1 Thyroid and its functions
6.2 Insulin and functions
6.3 Pituitary and its functions
6.4 The gonads and their functions
6.5 Adrenal glands
6.6 Common disorders of endocrine functions
7. Digestive System
7.1 General anatomy & physiology ofthe digestive system
7.2 Digestive glands and their actions
7.3 Common diseases of the digestive tract: infestations, cancers
7.4 Haemorrhoids, Irritable bowel, acid peptic disease, infections, stress and digestion
7.5 Food, nutrition and digestion; obesity and management

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 Practical
1. Surface anatomy of organs
2. Measurement of size of muscle
3. Identifying muscle contraction
4. Breathing rate measurement
5., Breathing exercises
6. Lung exerciser (Incentive spirometer)
7. BP, Pulse measurement
8. Identifying components of blood (demonstration only)
9. Measurement of ROM (goniometer)
_ 10. Measurement of strength (dynamometer)
I 1. Active, passive, resisted, isotonic, isometric and eccentric contractions
Reference books
1. Human Physiology :- Chatterjee
2. Illustrated Physiology - Ann Menaught
3. Anatomy and Physiology for general nursing -r-: Raju, JaypeePublishers 2006
4. Anatomy and Physiology for paramedicals - Singh, Jaypee Publishers 2008
5. Handbook of human muscles - Khurana, Jaypee Publishers, 2003
6. Handbook of human Physiology - Ratan, Jaypee Publishers, 2004
7. Manual of Practical Physiology - Zingade, JaypeePublishers, 2007
8. Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy- Lippert, Jaypee Publishers 2007
9,. Measurement of Joint Motion - Norkin, Jaypee Publishers, 2011
10. Fundamentals of Biomechanics - Knudson, JaypeePublishers 2007

PAPER IV -PATHO-PHYSIOLOGY AND WELLNESS

, I. Aim
>- To provide the students with a basic working knowledge of patho-physiology and the concept of
wellness.
II. Objectives
>- To familiarize the students with the cause, symptoms, signs and evolution of disease processes in
various systems in the body.
~ To impart the basic knowledge about essential investigations, management and prognosis of common
illnesses.
III. SYLLABUS (50 HOURS) (Theory "--35 hrs, Practical- 15 .hrs)
1. Concept of health
1.1 Definition of health
1.2 Determinants of health
1.3 Epidemiological triad, Agent, host and environment
1.4 Causes of diseases
1.5 Methods oftransmission, acute and chronic diseases
1.6 The sick role, the patient, carer and society
2. Concept of wellness
2.1 Definition of wellness, illness and wellness
2.2 Assessment of wellness

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 2.3 Positive lifestyle, Positive thinking, self esteem .
2.4 Older age issues
2.5 The immune system & disease control
2.6 Psycho-neuro-imrnunology (PNI)
2.7 Psychosomatic diseases, Placebos
3. Lifestyle diseases - I
3.1 Cardiovascular diseases and risk factors
3.2 Obesity, malnutrition and risk factors
3.3 Disorders of eating and eating behaviours
3.4 Substance abuse
3.5 STI and HIV - AIDS
3.6 Cancers and degenerative diseases
4. Lifestyle diseases - II
4.1 Stress and stress related diseases
4.2 Acute and chronic pain
4.3 Constipation, incontinence
4.4 Menstrual disorders
4.5 Vertigo
. 4.6 Sexual problems
5. Exercises & Fitness
5.1 Aerobic and anaerobic exercise
5.2 Physiology of Exercise
5.3 Benefits and risks of exercises
5.4 Sudden death
6. Relaxation
6.1 Physiology of relaxation
6.2 Methods of relaxation
6.3 Yoga, Exercises and relaxation
6.4 Chemical mediators of relaxation
6.5 Central fatigue
6.6 Stress and relaxation
7. Important diseases
7.1 Stroke
7.2 Dementia
7.3 Parkinson's disease
7.4 Respiratory diseases
7.5 Kidney diseases
7.6 Diseases of older age
Practicals:

1. Measurement of vital signs

2. Measurement of BMI
3. Relaxation technique
4. Wellness questionnaire
. 5. Waist, skin-fold, abdomen measurements

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List,ofBooks

1. Nutrition Guide - Salins; Jaypee Publishers, 2004

2. Essence of Human Nutrition - Majmudar, Jaypee Publishers, 2006
3. Alternative Therapies -Bhagat, Jaypee Publishers, 2004'
4. Principles of exercise.Prescription - Bhutkar, Jaypee Publishers, 2008
5. Textbook of sports Fitness Medicine - Gupta, Jaypee Publishers, 2012
6. Textbook of Therapeutic Exercises .: Narayanan, Jaypee Publishers, 2005
7. .Medicine for Yoga Therapists - Rao, Jaypee Publishers, 2011 "
8. Principles of Manual Therapy - Sebastian, Jaypee Publishers, 20Q7
9. Short Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine - Prabhakara, Jaypee Publishers, 2010
10. Textbook of Psychology ~ Sreevani, Jaypee Publishers, 2012
11. Emotional Stress - Vasudevan, Jaypee Publishers,' 2003
Recommended List ofEquipments

1. Goniometer
2. Dynamometer
3. Incentive spirometer (Lung exerciser) ,
4. Inch tape
5. ' BP - Pulse recorder
6. Microscope
PAPER V- YOGA: ASANA AND MEDITATION ,

I. , Aim
~ To improve the ability to teach yoga and ways to safelyincrease.fitness , strength, flexibility and overall
health
II. Objectives
~ Introduction to the applied anatomy and physiology of yoga
~ To understand the vast potential of yoga as a non-invasive tool and its use in preventive health
III. Syllabus (75 Hours)
Part-A Theory ( 10 Hours)
1.1. Anatomy and physiology in yoga, Pancha Koshas
1.2. The three bodies trisharira concept, Sthula, Sukshma, karana
1.3. Pancha mahabhutas
1.4. Pancha pranas and upapranas
1.5. 'Saptadhatus
1.6. Nadis
1.7. Chakras
1. Yoga and physical culture - physiological and psychological benefits of:
4.1. Asanas
4.2. Pranayamas; the Art and science of breath
4.3. Bandhas and mudras
4.4. Shatkriyas
4.5. Relaxation techniques (IRT, ,QRT, DRT)
4.6. ,Meditation and its various techniques

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4.7. Yoganidra
2. yoga in the presence of illnesses
Part B: Practical

1. Yoga and exercise 65 Hours

1.]. Sithilikarana Vyayama/Loosening Exercise
1.2. Surya namaskaram
1.3. Breathing Exercises> Tiger Breathing, Dog Breathing, Locust Breathing, Bhujangasana
Breathing, Rabbit Breathing, Hands In & Out Breathing, Hands Stretch Breathing, Sectional
Breathing, Sashankasana Breathing.
lA. Asanas:
1.4.1. Meditative Asanas
1.4.1.1., Siddhasana
1.4.1.2.- Padmasana
1.4.1.3. Swastikasana
1.4.1.4. Vajrasana.
1.4.2. Standing Series
1.4.2.1 ~ Tadasana
1.4.2.2 .. Vrkshasana
1.4.2.3. Padahastasana
] .4.2.4. Ardhachakrasana
1.4.2.5. Ardhakati chakrasana :
1.4.2.6.' Trikonasana
] .4.2.7. Parivritta trikonasana
1.4.2.8. Parswakonasana
1.4.2.9 . Katichakrasana
1.4.2.10. Veerabhadrasana
1.4.3. Supine series
1.4.3.1. Savasana
1.4.3.2. Uttita padasana
1.4.3.3. Pavanamuktasana
1.4.3.4. Vi pareetakarani
1.4.3.5. Sarvangasana
1.4.3.6. .Matyasana
1.4.3.7. Setubandhasana
1.4.3.8. Halasana
'1.4.3.9. Chakrasana
1.4.4. Prone Series
1.4.4.1. Makarasana
1.4.4.2. Bhujangasana
1.4.4.3. Shalabhasana
1.4.4.4. Dhanurasana
1.4;5. Sitting Series:
1.4.5.1. Sasankasana

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1.4.5.3. Suptavajrasana
1.4.5.4. Paschimottanasana
1.4;5.5. Janusirasana
1.4.5.6.. Ushtrasana
1:4.5.7. Koormasana
1.4.5.8. Kukkutasana
1.4.5.9. Uttanakoorrnasana
1.4.5.10.Matsyenadnlsana
I.4.5.11.Sirshasana
References •
1) The Science of Yoga - Taimini
~) The Basis an~ Application of Yoga- Dr Nagendra ( Vivekananda Kendra Publications)
3) Yoga Deepika- B.K.S.Iyengar
4) Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga Practices-Dr M.M.Gore
5) Hatha Yoga Pradeepika- Swami Swatmarama-Kaivalyadhama,Lonavala
6) Light On Yoga- B.K.S Iyengar
7) Light onPranayama-B.K.S.Iyengar
8) Living within-Sri Aurobindo
PAPER VI- YOGA THERAPY

I. Aim
~ To impart knowledge of yogic concept of disease and its management
~ To promote positive health and Rehabilitation through yoga
II. Objectives
~ To provide basic knowledge of cause of a disease according to yoga and naturopathy
~ To understand the vast potential of yoga asa non-invasive tool and its use in preventive-health

III. Syllabus (75 Hours) (Theory-lOhrs, Practical-fifihrs)

Part A: Theory
1. Concept of Health and disease in yoga
1.1. Concep~ of adhi .;.vyadhi
1.2. Pancha kosha theory
1.3. Basic concepts /principles of Naturopathy
1.4. Laws of nature and how nature cures
2. Therapeutic approach of yoga
2.1. Streams of yoga arid their application in yoga therapy
2.2. Conservation of vital energy
2.3. Dietetic principles in yoga
2.4. The three gunas
2.5. Concept of wholesome diet
2.5.1. Natural food and health
2.5.2. Seasonal changes in dietary pattern
2.5.3. Diet and exercise, sports and games
2.5.4. Importance of physical and mental hygiene

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 Yoga and diseases
3.1. Digestive system-acidity, gastritis, indigestion, constipation, IBS, Haemorrhoid
3.2. Respiratory system- Bronchial Asthma, Sinusitis, COPD Respiratory Allergies
3.3. CVS - Hypertension, dyslipidaemia, varicose veins, CAD

3.4. Endocrine system - thyroid disorders, Diabetes Mellitus, Obesity, PCOD

3.5. Reproductive system - Infertility, Menstrual disorders, Endometriosis
3.6. Nervous system - anxiety, CVA, and Depression .
3.7. Musculo Skeletal system - OA ,RA, Cervical Spondylitis, Lumbosacral strain, Sciatica myalgia
3.8. Integumentary system psoriasis, eczema
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3.9. Special senses

3.10. Yoga for immune system'
3.11. Stress - yoga concept of coping
3.12. Yogic management of psycho logical disorders
3.13 . Yoga in pregnancy
3.14. Yoga in Rehabilitation

Part B: Practical 65 Hours

1.1. Pranayama
1.1.1. Anuloma Viloma
1.1.2. Suryabhedana
1.1.3. Chandrabhedana
1.1.4. Nadishuddhi
1.1.5. Bhramari
1.L6. Sitali
1.1.7. Sitkari
1.1.8. Ujjayi
1.1.9. Bhastrika
2. Relaxation Techniques and Meditation
2.1. IRT, QRT and DRT
2.2. Cyclic meditation
2.3. Omkara meditation.
3. Bandhas Mudras and Kriyas
3.1. Bandhas and mudras
3.2. Neti-Jala.Sutra netis
3.3. Douthi-Vamana, Vastra
3.4. Trataka-Jyoti.Bindu ..
3.5. Kapalabhati
3.6. Nouli
3.7. Shankhaprakshalana-Laghu
References

9) The Science of Yoga- Taimini

10) The Basis and Application of Yoga- Dr Nagendra ( Vivekananda Kendra Publications)
II) Yoga Deepika- B.K.S.Iyengar
12) Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga Practises- Dr M.M.Gore
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 13) Stree Management Research Papers- Vivekananda Kendra, Blore
14) Hatha Yoga Pradeepika- Swami Swatmaraina-Kaivalyadhama,Lonavala
15) Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha-Swami Satyananda Saraswati
16) Light On Yoga- RK.S Iyengar
17) Light on Pranayama-B.K.S.Iyengar

18) Living within-Sri Aurobindo

19) Practical guide to Yoga-Swami Chidananda Saraswati
. 20) Yogic therapy -Swami Kuvalayanda

PAPER VII - RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND REPORT WRITING

I. Aim
~ To impart the basic knowledge of research methodology and research writing.
II. Objectives
~ To introduce the fundamental concepts in experimental research.
~ To introduce the basics of statistical approach in research.
~ To impart the idea of research design.
~ To impart the strategies of research writing.
Ill. Syllabus: (10 hrs)
1. Fundamentals of Research
1-.1. Experimentaland non-experimental research
1.2. Fundamentals of measurements
1.2.1. Scales
1.2.2. Variables
1.2.2.1. Independent variable
1.2.2.2. Dependent variable
1.2.2.3. Secondary variable
1.2.3. Tools
1.2.4. Reliability- validity- standardization
1.3. Qualitative and quantitative approaches
2. Basic concepts of experiments
2.1. Control group- experimental group
2.2. Sampling
3. Research design
4. Statistics
4.1. Standard deviation- mean- median- mode
4.2. Parametric and non-parametric tests
4.3. Probability tables
. 5. Research writing .
5.1. Report format
5.1.1. Introduction
5.1.1.1. Aims andobjectives
5.1.1.2. Hypothesis
5.1.2. Review of literature
5.1.3. Method
5.1.4. Results and analysis
5.1.5. Sunimary:and conclusion ..
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5.2. Evaluating sources, Note taking and Plagiarism
5.3. Preparing APA Manuscripts
5.4. APA Editorial style
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5.5. Reference list and in-text citations

5.6. Citing various sources
References
a) Dawson, Catherine, 2002, Practical Research Methods, New Delhi, UBS Publishers' Distributors.
b) Kothari, C.R., 1985, Research Methodology-Methods and Techniques, New Delhi, Wiley Eastern
Limited.
c) Robert Perrin, 20 l2, Pocket Guide to APA Style 4th Edition. Wadsworth.

d)· The Integrity of the Yoga Darsana, Ian Whicher. DK Printwood ..

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