Program Curriculum
200-Hour Level
Techniques -130 hours
Teaching Methodology -55 hours
Anatomy and Physiology -20 hours
Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle -35 hours
Practicum -5 hours
Homework and Exams -25 hours
Definitions
- Techniques include asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, and meditation. Hours in this category include both training in the techniques and practice of them. DMY yoga classes, assisting in classes, in house programs and in house workshops included.
- Teaching Methodology Principles of demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher and the student’s process of learning.
- Anatomy and Physiology includes both physical anatomy and physiology (bodily systems, organs, etc.) and astral/energy/subtle anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc.)
- Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle Study of yoga scriptures (Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, etc.), ethics for yoga teachers, ‘living the life of the yogi’, etc.
- Practicum includes student teaching as well as observing and assisting in classes taught by others.


Dancing Mind Yoga, 929 W. Broad St.