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Adaptive Yoga Teacher Training
Module 1: Orientation and Intention-Setting Practices
Welcome to the Adaptive Yoga Teacher Training! (4:30)
What to expect in this course
Resources
Foundational Concepts
Asanas: The Physical Postures (52:18)
Test Your Learning: Experiential Practices (11:53)
Module 1.1: Standing Postures and Sun Salutations
I. Functional Anatomy of the Feet & Legs
II. Foundations of Sequencing
III. The Standing Postures: Asanas for Presence (57:15)
IV. The Sun Salutations (29:44)
Test Your Learning: Posture Quiz
Module 2: Pranayama: The Neuroscience of Breath
Concept introduction: Yoga in our Breath
I. Breath Fundamentals: Anatomy & Physiology
II. Breathing for the Brain: SNS & PNS
III. Toning the Pelvic Floor
Test Your Learning: Experiential Practices (4:16)
Module 2.1: Subtle Body and Models of the Self
Concept introduction: The Subtle Body
I. The Chakra System: A Hierarchy of Needs
II. The Pancha Maya Kosha Model: Five Layers of the Self
III. Yoga Nidra and the Meditative Experience
Test Your Learning: Experiential Practices (2:08)
Module 2.2: Core Stabilization
I. Tips to Soles and the Vanity Muscles
II. Bracing for Movement: Supplemental Core Work (8:10)
III. The Core Postures: Asanas for Stability (15:53)
Test Your Learning: Posture Quiz
Module 2.3: Seated Postures
I. Functional Movement of the Pelvis
III. The Seated Postures: Asanas for Grounding and Connection (22:39)
Test Your Learning: Posture Quiz
Module 3: Ancient Ethics, Modern World
Concept Introduction: Timeless Ethics
I. The Yamas and Niyamas
II. History & Culture
III. The Somatic Language of Sanskrit
Test Your Learning: Experiential Practices (5:20)
Module 3.1: Balance Postures and Hip Openers
I. The Vestibular System and Functional Movement of the Joints
II. Strategies for Sequencing - Motor Learning (31:14)
III. The Balance Postures & Hip Openers: Asanas for Stability and Creativity (68:14)
Test Your Learning: Posture Quiz
Module 4: Ayurveda: The Sister Science
Concept Introduction: Sister Sciences
I. The Kleshas: Roots of Suffering
II. Essential Qualities of Nature
III: The Doshas: Cultivating the Opposite
Test Your Learning: Experiential Practices (5:46)
Module 4.1: Twists and Asymmetrical Postures
I. The Function of Dynamic Movements
III. The Twists & Asymmetrical Postures: Asanas for Exploration (27:59)
Test Your Learning: Posture Quiz
Module 5: Special Populations - Yoga Through the Lifespan
Concept Introduction
I. Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga (46:16)
II. Yoga for Children
III. Yoga for Seniors
Test Your Learning: Experiential Practices
Module 5.1: Backbends
I. Functional Movement of the Spine
III. Backbends: Asanas for Expansion (34:09)
Test Your Learning: Posture Quiz
Module 5.2: Chair Yoga
I. The Most Adaptive Practice
III. Chair Yoga: Adaptive Asanas for Inclusivity
Test Your Learning: Posture Quiz
Module 6: Special Populations - Yoga for Emotional/Mental Imbalances (including PTSD)
Concept Introduction
I. Feeling the Feelings
II. Yoga for Emotional Imbalances
III. Trauma-Informed Teaching
Test Your Learning: Experiential Practices
Module 6.1: Advanced Postures
I. What Good Are the Advanced Postures Anyways?
III. Advanced Postures: Asanas for Self-Exploration (30:43)
Module 7: Special Populations - Yoga for Pain and Neurological Conditions
Concept Introduction
I. What is Pain?
II. Pain is Inevitable, Suffering is Optional
III. Connecting Brain to Body (30:51)
Module 8: Special Populations - Yoga for Recovery and Trauma-Informed Teaching
Concept Introduction
I. What is Addiction?
II. The Dis-ease of Disconnection (46:28)
III. Somatic Experiencing
Module 9: Special Populations - Yoga for Cancer
Concept Introduction
I. We All Have Cancer
II. Arming Yourself Emotionally
Module 9.1: Styles of Assisting
Concept Introduction: Observe to Assist
I. The No-Touch Philosophy
II. A Hierarchical Approach Assists
III. Creating Safe Space
Module 10: The Yoga of Business
Concept Introduction: All You Need To Know About the Business of Yoga
I. Ethics of Business and Respectful Conduct
Wrap up
Course recap
Your feedback
Final steps
Course Completion Quiz
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