26 January, 2016 - 05 May, 2016
300-hours Yoga Therapy Teacher Training
Date
26 January, 2015 - 05 May, 2016
Anahata Yoga is a premiere yoga centre based in the heart of the Central district. It is best known for offering the most authentic yoga experience available in Hong Kong, with classes led by Indian instructors hailing from different lineages devoted to the practice and study of yoga. As a centre, Anahata Yoga is fully committed to fostering a community of yoga practitioners who are not only equipped with the skills to perform yoga as a daily activity, but as well as the knowledge to live out yoga as a lifestyle.
Why us?
We recognise that yoga is a popular pursuit in Hong Kong. People seek it out for its health benefits and often incorporate it into their active lifestyles. However, yoga instruction is not equal among the various yoga centres in Hong Kong. This is where our accredited Teacher Training Courses make all the difference. Our courses are accredited by, and offered in conjunction with, Asana Andiappan College of Yoga and Research Centre in India. This is the first time outside of India that such a programme is being offered. Our classes are designed and taught in the same way as our instructors are taught. Predominantly from India, our instructors are fully learned not only in the practice of their discipline, but also in the history and philosophy behind the practice. The resulting combination of grassroots knowledge both practical and theoretical in our programmes gives students more in-depth learning than they may be able to find elsewhere in Hong Kong.About the course
Yoga therapy may be worlds apart, but through this specially-designed course, participants will be given a good introduction to the two sciences as well as a solid foundation on which to build their knowledge. The course is a good starting point for those interested in learning more about these two subjects. Explore the principles of yoga therapy and Ayurveda and their various applications in our daily lives. Understand the body, its functions and how to address common ailments through various yogic practice and Ayurvedic diet principles.
Class Schedule
Course Duration: 12 weeks
| Day | Time | Timing |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm | theory and practical |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm | theory and practical |
| Thursday | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm | theory and practical |
Andiappan Yoga Self Practice Classes (Optional)
| Tuesday |
7:00 am - 9:00 am |
| Wednesday |
7:00 am - 9:00 am |
| Thursday |
7:00 am - 9:00 am
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| Friday | 7:00 am - 9:00 am |
| Sunday |
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
All students can attend two Andiappan Yoga classes per week.
About Yoga Therapy
Yoga has always traditionally been taught on an individual level, with tailor-made sessions designed to address unique and specific ailments and diseases - a practice that cannot be implemented in classes with massive groups. A therapeutic approach to yoga, thus, is the best way to start with the practice. The following points fall within the concept of yoga therapy:- Designing tailor-made yogic practices according to the individual's body type and lifestyle
- Effectively addressing and treating an individual's physical and mental ailments through such tailored practices
- Planning a nutritious yogic diet programme, making lifestyle changes and treating addictions through yogic mindful living and meditative practices
- Understanding and applying the practices and philosophy of yoga in our daily lives, as well as advocating their therapeutic benefits to family and friends
- Being in connection with nature's five elements, adopting a healthy and environmentally-conscious lifestyle and truly understanding our responsibility as human beings on all levels and stages
Accreditation
Yoga Alliance-Accredited crganisation International Yoga Academy is a registered school with Yoga Alliance and Asana Andiappan College of Yoga and Research Centre, Chennai, India (www.andiappanyoga.com). Yoga Alliance is an international governing board for yoga teachers and training courses around the globe. We offer assistance to students interested in applying for a Yoga Alliance Registration after completing a teacher training course. About Asana Andiappan College of Yoga and Research Centre - Chennai, South India Asana Andiappan College of Yoga and Research Centre is known throughout the world for its contribution to Yogic Science. Founded by Guruji Dr. Asana Andiappan in 1950, it is meticulously run by Dr. Asana Andiappan and Trust members, all of whom have over 50 years of experience in Yogasanas and Naturopathy. It is the only yoga college and research centre recognized by the government as well as two universities in India. Located in Chennai, South India, the centre runs various yoga programmes as well as free awareness camps that are aided and supported by various government and private organisations. It has been collaborating with various medical universities, hospitals and organisations that run research programmes on yoga and its therapeutic benefits. The centre is also home to the widely read Asana International Yoga Journal, which has a readership of 200,000 and growing, in India and around the world. Asana Andiappan College of Yoga and Research Centre also has accredited franchisee centres in over 30 countries that run yoga programmes and teacher training courses.Venue
The Teacher Training will be held at 18/F, Anahata Yoga, One Lyndhurst Tower, No. 1 Lyndhurst Terrace, Hong KongEligibility
This course is open to students of all levels; no previous experience is requiredYoga Therapy
Theory
- Yogic Study of Anatomy and Physiology
- Doshas, Pranas, Vayus, Nadis, Chakras, Gunas, Koshas and Their Relationship With the Mind and Body
Practicals
- Yoga Therapy for Various Common Ailments
- Disease Analysis, Counseling and Consultation
- Preparation of Yogic Diet and Natural Therapies
Ayurveda
Theory
- Ayurveda: An Introduction to its History and Philosophy
- Detailed Study of Tridhosa and its Qualities
- Various Ayurvedic Therapies
- Disease Diagnosis and Analysis
- Ayurvedic Diet According to Dhosa Imbalance
Practicals
- Nadi Pariksha (Pulse Testing)
- Introduction to Pancha Karma Therapy
- Abhyanga
- Shiro Dhara
Yogananth
Yogananth Andiappan is known as a pillar of yogic wisdom and techniques from well worth a lifetime of learning. The son of well-renowned Yoga Guru Dr. Asana Andiappan, a figurehead in yoga from India, Yogananth began his yogic journey at the age of 2. Today, he stands among the most accomplished in the field: By age 30, Yogananth has completed both a Bachelor and Masters Degree in Yogic Science and Naturopathy from Manonmanian Sundaranar University in Chennai, India. He is currently completing a Ph.D at the Sport University of India, studying the effects of yoga therapy and natural yogic diet on cancer patients, and is Founder and Director of Anahata Yoga in Hong Kong. A true champion, Yogananth has won numerous state, national, and international Yoga Championship titles. He teaches in Yoga conferences, conducts workshops, demonstrations, and Teacher Trainings across the world. His recent high quality coffee table yoga book "Yoga from the Heart" is a good inspiration guide for yoga lovers and art lovers alike. He is the Chief Editor of ASANA - International Yoga Journal.
Lakshmi Andiappan
Lakshmi Andiappan is a fully qualified medical as well as a Yoga Therapy practitioner. She has been practicing yoga from the young age of two under the eagle eyed tutelage of her Father and Guru Dr. Asana Andiappan, a pioneer of Yoga Therapy and Thirumoolar’s Ashtanga Yoga in India. Beyond her medical qualification, Lakshmi has a Master degree in Yogic Science and is currently pursuing her Ph.D in Yoga Therapy. Lakshmi is the Chief Yoga Therapist at the Dr. Asana Andiappan College of Yoga ad Research Center in Chennai. She is a well known Pre-natal Yoga Specialist in the State of Tamil Nadu India. Lakshmi has won many awards in Yoga from district, state and international level. Today, Lakshmi presents in various conferences on various topics including yoga therapy for different ailments such as obesity, heart conditions, and most recently, yoga for pregnancy complications. She is also on the expert panel of Asana - an International Yoga Journal. She is keen to combine her medical knowledge with her yoga practice in order to share her learning and experience with her yoga students.
Vishnu
Master Vishnu is a qualified Ayurveda and Yoga Therapist who hails from a traditional Indian family near Tirupathi, the holy city. He holds Master of Yogic science and master of philosophy in yogic science and currently pursuing his Ph.D in yoga. He has worked as a chief Yoga Therapist at Asana Andiappan Yoga College, Chennai, South India for over 8 years and has done extensive research work in Hatha Yoga and Ayurvedic Science. Besides his Professional Yoga Degrees, he is also MBA graduate in health care management. He has received a Yogaacharya Award from the Chief Justice of Madras High Court in 2010 for his contribution in Yoga Theoretical Excellence and Ayurveda propagation in India and abroad. He has mastered his Hatha Yoga Practice and Yoga Therapy under the direct guidance of the legendary Guru Dr. Asana Andiappan for over 15 years. He has learned Babaji's Kriya Hatha yoga and Ayurveda Marma Sashtra since his young age from his grandfather who hails from a traditional Ayurveda Varma family. Though all of his brothers and sisters are modern medical doctors, he has decided to dedicate his life to do extensive research in Indian yogic science and medicine. Some of his teaching style includes Yoga Therapy is based on Ayurvedic Tridoshas Imbalances in the body. He also teaches tailor made yoga programs for corporate executives and traditional yoga classes such as Hatha Yoga, Pranayama & Meditation, Postural Alignments in Yoga Therapy. He conducts his classes in a very detailed oriented and full of knowledge and self research.Anahata Yoga's Module Programme
Busy Hong Kong professionals now have the option of undergoing yoga teacher training at their own pace and in their own schedule. Available for the first time in Hong Kong, Anahata Yoga now applies a modular system to all its yoga teacher training programme. This will allow yoga practitioners with busy schedules to enrol only in one (or more) of the series of classes of their choice - without having to enrol in the teacher training in one go. Students will receive a participation certificate after completing a module. Those who have completed the total number of modules within a two-year period and have successfully passed other requirements may then obtain the 200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training Certificate, which signifies their completion of the entire course.
Yoga Therapy Module
(Instructor: Vishnu)
This module introduces students to the Ayurvedic System and its history and philosophy, through an elaborate study of various Ayurvedic therapies. In addition, the module also covers the Ayurvedic Diets; methods in diagnosing symptoms of common ailments and their classification according to Doshas; Dosha detection; and practical studies of Nadi Pariksha (pulse rate).Yoga Therapy Module
(Instructor: Dr. Shveta)
This module covers important points on the preparation the application of various massage techniques such as Sirodhara, and Abhyanga, as well as the fundamentals of Pancha Karma therapies. Students will gain a better understanding of the healing benefits of Ayurvedic massage techniques and receive first-hand practical experience with the top most qualified and experienced experts Kerala, India. The module is best suited for massage therapists, physio therapists and energy healing practitioners.
Yoga Therapy Module
3 Weeks (Instructor: Yogananth)
2 Weeks (Instructor: HS Arun)
1 Week (Instructor: Yogesh)
This module completely focuses on the fundamentals of yoga therapy and its approach. Students will learn how to sequence poses to address various conditions, including back pain, neck pain, obesity, hypertension, respiratory disorders and injuries in the knee, hamstring, hips and shoulders. The module is recommended to yoga practitioners of all levels and those who are particularly interested in the healing benefits of yoga, as well as natural therapies such as leaf therapy, mud therapy and water therapy.Please note
Yoga therapy and Ayurveda are different sciences that demand decades of study, practice and research to fully understand and apply as holistic therapy. This training serves only as an introductory workshop and foundational course for those interested in learning about the healing benefits of these two, great, Indian sciences.
Terms and Conditions
- All Students must undergo and pass a written and practical examination in order eo attain a participation certificate.
- Fees, once paid, cannot be refunded or transferred.
Disclaimer / Waiver of Liability
By registering for this Anahata Yoga Teacher Training Course, you voluntarily declare the following: I, a participant of this Course, am aware that participating in the Course requires certain levels of fitness and general physical health. I acknowledge and voluntarily assume my responsibility to assess my level of fitness and general health (including consulting my physician or doctor) and the risks of serious injury that are associated with physical activity of any kind including any variety of yoga, meditation and breath work practice and participation in yoga related activities or activities related to this Course. I confirm that I shall retain all control and direction over my activities at all times. I voluntarily assume full liability and accept the risk of harm, including physical injury and discomfort as a result of my participation in the various activities in this Course. I, or anyone who could claim in my name or on my behalf, do hereby voluntarily waive, release and forever discharge Anahata Yoga Limited. and its officers, employees, representatives and agents from any and all liabilities for injuries or damages resulting from my participation in the activities during the course of this training and hold them harmless from all claims which may be brought against them for any such injuries or claims as aforesaid and all costs and expenses incidental thereto. I grant my permission to Anahata Yoga and Asana - International Yoga Journal. to use any photos or videos of me taken during the training in the establishment of Anahata Yoga for marketing or publicity purposes in print and web without receiving payment for those images.Highlights of this Teacher Training Program
10 Reasons to Join Our Teacher Training Course
1. It is the only Yoga Teacher Training Course in town that is accredited by Asana Andiappan College of Yoga and Research Centre, India & Yoga Alliance, USA.
2. It is taught by only the most qualified, experienced, and professional team of Indian Yoga Masters.
3. It is a great opportunity to learn about the fascinating origin and history of yoga, as well as its philosophy.
4. It is also a great venue to improve your knowledge and polish your skills in yoga, in order to establish a strong foundation for a life-long yoga practice.
5. You get to learn the steps in achieving basic postures and how to teach them to others. You also learn about the benefits of each posture.
6. You get to learn the basics and benefits of Pranayama (breathing techniques).
7. You also learn how yoga improves your health, develops your immune system, and prevents a number of diseases.
8. Further, you learn the techniques in introducing beginners to yoga, and how to tailormake routines to the individual’s flexibility level.
9. More interestingly, you learn about the human body’s anatomy and physiology - and how yoga improves their functions.
10. Your training doesn’t stop at the end of the program. Once your 200 hours is over, you can start developing your teaching skills at our YAC Community.
What Next?
1. Students interested in enrolling in the Teacher Training Certificate Course may do so by filling up the Online Application Form.
2. Applications will then be assessed by our Programme Directors. Successful applicants will be informed of their admission within three working days of their application.
3. Students may call or visit our studio and speak to one of our membership consultants or faculty members for any questions or concerns that they may have about the course.
4. Once your application is approved, you may pay the course fee to confirm your enrollment and secure your slot in the course.
5. We strongly advise students to prepare for the course by reading the suggested materials. Students may also begin using their 30 hours of group class sessions as part of their physical, mental, and spiritual warm-up and preparation.
Student Feedback
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