COURSE CURRICULUM | 200 HOUR AERIAL YOGA TEACHER TRAINING :
Aerial Yoga
Aerial Yoga in the syllabus introduces students to using the hammock as a prop to deepen flexibility, build strength, and experience yoga postures with support and creativity, enhancing both physical alignment and inner awareness.
Syllabus:
- Sukhasana (Easy pose)
- Vajrasana (Thunder pose)
- Ardha Uttanasana (Half Forward Bend)
- Utthita Ardha Uttanasana (Flat back)
- Ekapada ardha parsvottanasana (One leg lifted/crunch pose)
- Veer Bhadrasana (Warrior pose 3)
- Balasana (Child pose)
- Balasana (Child pose / lifted hip)
- Marjariasana (Cat and cow pose)
- Bhujangasana (Cobra pose)
- Supta vajrasana (Reclined thunderbolt pose)
- Kati chakrasana (Spinal twist)
- Utkatasana (Chair pose)
- Hasthouttan Asana (Raised arm back arch)
- Viman asana (Aeroplane)
- Veerbhadra asana-3 (Warrior pose 3)
- Padmasana (Lotus pose)
- Trikona asana (Front split)
- Ustrasana (Camel pose)
- Dhanurasana (Bow pose)
- Chakrasana (Wheel pose)
- Uttanasana (Forward bending)
- Trikona asana (Triangle pose)
- Adho Mukha svan asana (Downward facing dog)
- Salabh asana (Locust pose)
- Vrischikasana (Scorpion pose)
- Veerbhadra asana (Warrior pose 1)
- Veerbhadra asana (Warrior pose 2)
- Utthita Parsvakonasana (Side angle pose)
- Viparita veerbhadra (Warrior pose variation)
- Utthita hasta padangusthan asana (Big toe pose)
- Parivartit padangusthan asana (Revolved hand to big toe pose)
- Parshvottan Asana (Pyramid pose)
- Ardha chandrasana (Half moon pose)
- Hanuman asana (Full split pose)
- Kapotasana (Pigeon pose)
- Natraj asana (Dancer pose)
- Tadasana (Mountain pose)
- Tree pose (Vriksha asana)
- Padangusthan asana (Big toe pose)
- Nauka Asana (Boat pose)
- Bandhkonasana (Butterfly pose)
- Drop - Bandhkonasana (Inverted butterfly pose)
- Chaturbhuj asana (Square pose)
- Vipareet asavsanchal Asana (Reversed lunge)
- Shavasana (Corpse pose)
- Dhanu baan asana (Bow and arrow pose)
- Sarvangasana (Shoulder stand)
- Inversion (Upside down)
- Reversed trikonasana
- Shirsh asana (Head stand)
- Urdhva mukha svanasana (Upward facing dog)
- Dhanurasana (Bow pose)
- Malasana (Garland pose)
- Hanuman asana (Split pose)
- Flip locust
- Superhero
- Ekpada prapadh Asana (Single foot sitting)
- Ekpada prapadh Asana (Single foot sitting)
- Sarvangh asana (Shoulder stand)
- Bhujangasana (Cobra pose)
- Vampire pose
- Ardhachandra asana (Half moon pose)
- Viparit badhkon asana (Reversed butterfly pose)
- Ballerina pose
- Seahorse pose
- Butterfly pose
- Halasana (Plough asana)
- Skandasana (Wide-legged squat)
- Yogi pose
- Viparit padmaasana (Inverted lotus)
- Kapot asana (Pigeon pose)
- Padmaasana (Lotus pose)
Hatha & Yin Asana
Hatha Asana The practice of Haṭha āsanas is not merely physical exercise but a tool to harmonise the body (śarīra), breath (prāṇa), and mind (manas). It purifies the body, strengthens the nervous system, opens the energy channels (nāḍīs), and prepares the practitioner for deeper practices like prāṇāyāma and meditation.
Syllabus:
- Surya Namaskar
- Pawanmuktasana series 1
- Pawanmuktasana series 2
- Chandra Namaskar (Moon salutation)
- Tadasana (palm tree pose)
- Triyak tadasana (swaying palm tree pose)
- Trikonasana (triangle pose)
- Parivirtatrikon asana – revolving triangle pose
- Virabhadrasana 1 -warrior 1
- Virabhadrasana 2 -warrior 2
- Virabhadrasana 3 -warrior 3
- Ardha Chandrasana- Half moon pose
- Vrikshasana – tree pose
- Parvatasana – mountain pose
- Adho mukha svanasana – downward facing dog
- Kati chakrasana – waist rotating pose
- Trikonasana (triangle pose)
- Parivirtatrikon asana – revolving triangle pose
- Garudasana – eagle pose
- Baddha Konasana- bound angle pose
- Rajkapoot asana – pigeon pose
- Urdhva mukha svanasana –upward facing dog
- Matsyasana
- Setu Bandhasana
- Ustrasana
- Dhanurasana
- Salabhasana
- Supta Virasana- reclining hero pose
- Virasana –hero pose
- Vajrasana –thunderbolt
- Gomukhasana
- Balasana
- Dandasana
- Ardha Matsyendrasana
- Hanumanasana (Full split)
- Santulan Asana (Balancing pose)
- Veerbhadra asana 3 (Warrior pose -3)
- Phalakasana (Plank pose)
- Anjaneya asana (Low/Deep lunge)
Ashtanga Vinyasa
Ashtanga Vinyasa is a dynamic system of yoga that combines asana (posture) , pranayama (breath control) , and vinyasa (breath-synchronized movement) in a structured and flowing sequence. Rooted in the ancient teachings of Patanjali’s Ashtanga (eight-limbed) Yoga , this style was codified and popularized in the modern era by Sri T. Krishnamacharya and his student Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India.
Syllabus:
- Surya Namaskar (Alignment, Drishti, Adjustment, Options)
- Surya Namaskar A
- Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation)
- Surya Namaskar B
Full Primary Series
- Padangusthasana
- Padahasthasana
- Utthita Trikonasana
- Parivrtta Trikonasana
- Utthita Parsvakonasana
- Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
- Prasarita Padottanasana A, B, C, D
- Parsvottanasana
- Eka Pada Padangusthasana A, B, C, D
- Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana
- Utkatasana
- Virabhadrasana A & B
- Dandasana
- Paschimottanasana A, B, C, D
- Purvattanasana
- Ardha Baddha Padma Uttanasana
- Triang Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana
- Janu Sirsasana A, B, C
- Marichyasana A, B, C, D
- Navasana
- Bhujapidasana
- Kurmasana
- Supta Kurmasana
- Garbha Pindasana
- Kukkutasana
- Baddha Konasana A & B
- Konasana
- Upavishta Konasana
- Supta Konasana
- Supta Padangusthasana A & B
- Ubhaya Padangusthasana
- Urdhva Mukha Paschimottanasana
- Setu Bandhasana
- Urdhva Dhanurasana
- Salamba Sarvangasana
- Halasana
- Karnapidasana
- Urdhva Pindasana
- Urdhva Padmasana
- Sirsasana
- Urdhva Dandasana
- Baddha Padmasana
- Yogimudra
- Uplutih
- Savasana
Pranayama & Meditation
Pranayama Derived from the words prana (vital life force) and ayama (extension or control), Pranayama refers to the conscious regulation and expansion of the vital energy through disciplined breath control.
Meditation is the state of meditative absorption, where the mind becomes still, the senses withdraw inward, and the practitioner experiences deeper states of awareness, inner peace, and union with the Self (Ātman or Puruṣa).
Syllabus:
Pranayama
- Definition of Pranayama
- Four Aspects of Pranayama.
- Asana for the Pranayama
- Sectional Breathings
- Need of Breath.
- Natural Breathing.
- Chandra Bhedi Pranayama (Moon piercing breath)
- Surya Bhedi Pranayama (Sun piercing breath)
- Nadi Shodhana Pranayama (Alternate nostril breath).
- Ujjayi Pranayama (Ocean breath).
- Sheetali & Sheetkari Pranayama (Cooling breath).
- Bhastrika.
- Shatkarmas.(Cleansings)
- Tri Doshas.
Meditation
- Purpose of life & its dimensions.
- Introduction of Meditation.
- Origin & history of Meditation.
- Breath awareness Meditation.
- AUM chanting Meditation.
- Trataka Meditation.
- Dynamic Meditation.
Bandhas
- Moola Bandha - Anal Lock.
- Uddiyana Bandha - Abdomen Lock.
- Jalandhara Bandha - Chin Lock.
- Maha Bandha - Practice of all three Bandhas at the same time.
Yoga Philosophy & Life Management
Yoga Philosophy offers a deep understanding of the ancient yogic texts, principles, and ethics, helping students connect the practice on the mat with a meaningful, conscious lifestyle off the mat.
Syllabus:
The Great Yogis
- Anandamayi Ma.
- Mata Bhagwati Devi.
- Swami Vivekanada.
- Paramahansa Yogananda.
Yoga Philosophy
- Three Gunas.
- Cause & types of pain.
- The monkey mind.
- Sanatana Dharma.
- Vedas
- The Four Goals of Life.
- Four Stages of Life.
- The Vedic System of Duties.
- Law of Karma.
- Puranas.
- The Six Systems of Indian Philosophy.
- Jnana Yoga
- Bhakti Yoga
- Karma Yoga
- Mantra Yoga.
- Hatha Yoga.
- Raja Yoga.
Life Management
- Purpose of life & its dimensions.
- Importance of Self-Evaluation.
- Duties & Commitment of Self, Family and Society.
- Adjustment with Self &Environment.
- Positive way of thinking.
- Tools & techniques for Positive thinking.
- Karma & Karma Phal Sidhanta.
- Behavioural Skill.
Applied Yoga Anatomy & Bio Mechanics
Applied Yoga Anatomy & Biomechanics is the conscious integration of ancient yogic wisdom with modern anatomical science and movement mechanics. It empowers practitioners and teachers to
understand the body’s structure, movement patterns, and energy flow in relation to yogic practices.
Syllabus:
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Functional anatomy of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems in yoga
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Biomechanical principles behind alignment, balance, and movement
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Joint range of motion and stability during static and dynamic postures
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Postural assessment and intelligent modifications for all body types.
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Yoga therapy insights to address physical imbalances and discomfort
Ayurveda & Life-Style
Derived from the Sanskrit words
āyus (life) and
veda (knowledge or science), Āyurveda means “the science of life.” It is an ancient holistic system of health and healing that emphasizes harmony between body, mind, spirit, and environment.
Ayurveda offers personalized guidance on diet (āhāra), daily routines (dinacharyā), seasonal practices (ṛtucharyā), and natural therapies to maintain or restore balance.
Syllabus:
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History of Ayurveda.
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Branches of Ayurveda.
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Pillars of Ayurveda.
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Ayurveda & Health.
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Tri-Doshas & Body Types.
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Tastes & Diet.
