The word haá¹­ha literally means "force" and thus alludes to a system of physical techniques. In India hatha yoga is associated in popular tradition.

• 1.Pawanmuktasana series 1
  2.Pawanmuktasana serie 2
  3.Pawanmuktasana series 3
  4.Surya Namaskar ( sun salutation)
  5.Chandra Namaskar (Moon salutation)
  6.Tadasana (palm tree pose)
  7.Triyak tadasana (swaying palm tree pose)
  8.Trikonasana (triangle pose)
  9.Parivirtatrikon asana – revolving triangle pose
  10.Uttkatasana –chair pose
  11.Virbhdrasana 1 -warrior 1
  12.Virbhdrasana 2 -warrior 2
  13.Virbhdrasana 3 -warrior 3
  14.Ardha Chandrasana- Half moon pose
  15.Vriksasana – tree pose
  16.Parvatasana – mountain pose
  17.Adho mukha svanasana – downward facing dog
  18.Kati chakrasana – waist rotating pose
• 19.Malasana – squatted yoga pose
  20.Garudasana – eagle pose
  21.Baddha Konasana- bound angle pose
  22.Rajkapoot asana – pegion pose
  23.Bhujanghasana – cobra pose
  24.Urdhva mukha svanasana –upward facing dog
  25.Matsyasana
  26.Setu Bhandasana
  27.Utrasana
  28.Dhanurasana
  29.Salabhasana
  30.Supta Virasana- reclining hero pose
  31.Virasana –hero pose
  32.Vajrasana –thunderbolt
  33.Gomukhasana
  34.Balasana
  35.Dandasana
  36.Ardha Matsyendrasana

Students will gain extensive knowledge on yoga postures and will increase their strength, flexibility and discipline at Adi Yogpeeth Rishikesh India.

• 1. Padangusthasana
  2. Padahasthasana
  3. Utthita Trikonasana
  4. Parivrtta Trikonasana
  5. Utthita Parsvakonasana
  6. Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
  7. Prasarita Padottanasana A B C & D
  8. Parsvottanasana
  9. Eka Pada Padangusthasana A B C & D
  10. Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana
  11. Utkatasana
  12. Virabhadrasana A & B
  13. Dandasana
  14. Paschimottanasana A B C & D
  15. Purvattanasana
  16. Ardha Baddha Padma Uttanasana
  17. Triang Mukaikapada Pashimottanasana
  18. Janu Sirsasana A B & C
  19. Marichyasana A B C & D
  20. Navasana
  21. Bhujapidasana
  22. Kurmasana
• 23. Supta Kurmasana
  24. Garbha Pindasana
  25. Kukkutasana
  26. Baddha Konasana A & B
  27. Konasana
  28. Upavishta Konasana
  29. Supta Konasana
  30. Supta Padangusthasana A & B
  31. Ubhaya Padanghusthasana
  32. Urdhva Mukha Pashimottanasana
  33. Setu Bandhasana
  34. Urdhva Dhanurasana
  35. Salamba Sarvangasana
  36. Halasana
  37. Karnapidasana
  38. Urdhva Pindasana
  39. Matsyasana
  40. Urdhva Padmasana
  41. Sirsasana
  42. Urdhva Dandasana
  43. Baddha Padmasana
  44. Yogimudra
  45. Uplutih
  46. Savasana

Pranayama is an ancient yogic breathing technique that is used as preparation for meditation and is a vital aspect of practicing yoga. It improves the respiratory system and purifies the body and mind.

• Introduction of Pranayama , Benefits of pranayama , General guidelines
  Clavicular , Thorocic and Diaphragmatic Breathing (Yogic Breathing)
  Ujjayi
  Bhastrika
  Kapalbhati
  Nadi – Sodhana
  Bhramari
  Surya – Bhedi & Chandra – Bhedi
  Sheetali & Sheetkari
• Sitting postures for pranayama sadhana-
  Easy pose
  Half-lotus
  Swastikasana
  Siddha yoni asana

The practice of Mudra hand gestures is an ancient facet of yoga. Performing gestures effects the energy flow of the body and can change a person's spiritual and mental characteristics.

• Jnana mudra
  Chin mudra
  Yoni mudra
  Bhairava mudra
• Shambhavi mudra
  Nasikagra
  Khechari.

The practice of Bandhas expands the lung capacity and breathing capabilities during yoga. It also strengthens the entire body from the inside out.

• Preparation.
  Uddiyana.
  Jalandhar.
• Mula & Maha Bandha Teaching.
  Teaching.
  Doubts

Meditation is a systematic practice that promotes physical, mental and emotional tranquility with the purpose of reaching Samadhi (self-realization).

• Introduction of Meditation
  Breathing Awareness Meditation
  Om / Mantra Meditation
  Trataka
  Dynamic Meditation.
• Ajapa Meditation.
  Antar Maun (Inner Silemce Meditation).
  Tips for developing concertation.
  Silence Practice.

When a yoga practitioner moves through the various internal states of Yoga Nidra, a profound experience of relaxation occurs. This is called "Turiya," a sensation of pure bliss.

• Basic Relaxation.
  Tension Relaxation.
  Full Body Relaxation.

Yogic cleansing exercises are important to learn how to incorporate your breath and meditate properly during physical aspects of yoga. It also removes the blockages in the energy channels.

• Jalaneti Satkarma (Nasal cleansing with salty water).
  Rubber neti (Nasal cleansing with a rubber string).
  Agnisar Kriya.

Proper understanding of the physical body will help to prevent injury before, during and after practice. There are two kinds of yoga anatomy: physical and spiritual. Understanding both types is needed.

• Digestive System
  Respiratory System
  Circulatory System
  Nervous System
  Endocrine System
  Organs
  Bodily systems
  Nadis
  Chakras
• Muscular System
  Skeletal Sytem
  Muscle Functions according to Joint Movements
  Anatomy of Breathing
  Anatomy of Inversions
  Anatomy of Svasana

Yoga Philosophy is the foundation of our yoga practice and is the key to earn yogic strength. Through the path of Vedanta Philosophy, you will establish a solid, well-rounded yoga practice.

• Introduction to the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga
  Introduction to the different indian philosophy
  History of Yoga
  Yoga Sutra of Patanjali
  Types of yoga
  Eight limbs of yoga
  Yamas and Niyamas(Ethics of yoga)
  Philosophy of Asana
  Concentration and its power
• 4 aspects of mind
  How to controld the mind
  Samadhi and the goal of yoga
  Introduction to Bhagawat Geeta
  Chakras
  Kundalini
  Science of Karma
  Indian culture and Spirituality

Students will take turns practicing their teaching skills by performing in front of their peers and teachers.

• Demonstration
  Alignment
  Instructions

A yoga teacher should efficiently perform the practical applications of class planning and preparation. At Adi Yogpeeth, our students will learn how to create a positive and peaceful class environment for an enjoyable and transformative experience.

• Positive & conscious communication.
  Friendship and trust.
  Time management.
  Qualities of a teacher.
  Principles of demonstrating, observation, assisting, correcting.
• Use of voice in class
  Mental & emotional preparation for teaching.
  Class preparation
  Step by step class structure planning.

Students will take turns practicing their teaching skills by performing in front of their peers and teachers.

• Written Test
  Oral Test
  Attendance
  Performance & Behavior