Are you interested in learning more about yoga beyond the asana? Want to learn more about the history and philosophy of yoga and understand the true intention of the practice well beyond achieving a handstand and touching your toes?
We are offering an in-depth discovery to the vast ocean of yoga’s history and philosophy that will give you the fundamental pillars of yogic practices and principles that have guided endless sages, saints, seers and mystics. This course is available and accessible to all practitioners wanting to explore and unlock the true potential that the practice offers beyond the asana. Perfect for beginners and committed practitioners alike.
Go deeper and reach higher all at the same time.
This is one of our online offerings that you take at your own pace. You have 6 months to go through the content. You'll also gain exclusive access to our Patanjali Academy Facebook group with a monthly Q&A with Michelle Cassidy.
Course Outline
- What is yoga philosophy
- Timeline of Yoga Philosophy
- Indus Valley Civilisation
- The Vedas
- Vedanta: The Upanishads
- The Bhagavad Gita
- Patanjali Yoga Sutras
- Tantra Yoga
- Hatha Yoga
Course Assessment
In order to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to be able to share the philosophy, there are a number of assessments required as a part of the course.
- 24 x online modules to complete
- 7 x online quizzes
- 1000 word reflective essay on ‘The History of Yoga’ - a personal reflection of the course learnings
WHAT TO EXPECT
- There are 24 modules in total to work through systematically step by step and at the end of each module you will have an assessment task to complete in order to unlock the next module. You have 6 months to complete the content.
- Monthly Q&A thread on Facebook where Michelle will answer your questions on video on the last Sunday of every month.
- Students will be eligible to receive a 25-hour certification upon completion of all course work. This certificate can be used towards a 200hr yoga teacher training or as continuous education credits.
- Students will also receive 2-weeks free access to EOL TV. If you don't have an account with us through Mindbody, please download the Essence of Living app and register so our staff can grant this access to you.