This course offers scientifically backed practices in pranayama and meditation to reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, and improve overall well-being. Regular practice supports better respiratory health, emotional balance, lower blood pressure, and a calmer, more focused mind.
What You'll Learn
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Develop an experiential understanding of the breath and the human respiratory system.
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Learn and practice classical Pranayama techniques as described in Hatha Yoga texts.
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Deepen awareness of the connection between body, prana, breath, mind, and emotions.
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Cultivate a sustainable daily practice with noticeable impact on physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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Explore the transformative potential of breathwork and meditation for inner stillness and clarity.
Who are Eligible
Open to individuals aged between 18 to 80. Suitable for those interested in exploring yoga beyond asanas. Also suitable for those who cannot do intense physical practices but would like to try other methods to maintain good health.
Not suitable for individuals with severe cardiac issues, unmanaged hypertension, or major respiratory conditions (consult your physician before enrolling)
Not suitable for individuals with acute respiratory conditions such as bronchitis.
Meet Instructor
Vanitha
N. Vanitha has completed a comprehensive 200-hour Teacher Training Course (TTC) certified by the Yoga Alliance International (YAI) from Shrimath Yoga, Bangalore. Additionally, she has undertaken a 1-month Yoga Instructor Course (YIC) from SVYASA, Bangalore, and holds an M.Sc in Yoga & Consciousness from SVYASA, Bangalore. She is also Level 3 AYUSH certified, reflecting her deep commitment to the study and teaching of yoga.
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Introduction to the Science of Pranayama
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Aspects of Antaranga Yoga
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Shatkarma Practices - Kapalbhati for purification and energy balance.
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Breathwork Techniques - Sectional Breathing (Vibhagiya Shvasa), Full Yogic
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Breathing (Dirgha Shvasa)
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Types of Pranayama - Balancing, Cooling, Heating, Cleansing, and Immunity
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Enhancing techniques (Nadi Shuddhi, Surya Bhedana, Ujjayi, Bhastrika, Bhramari, Sheetkari)
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Meditative Preparation - Meditative Asanas and Hasta Mudras,
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Understanding Panchakoshas (Five Sheaths) and Panchabhutas (Five Elements)
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Introduction to Meditation - Aspects of Meditation and establishing a daily practice, Hum Sau Meditation and Om Meditation
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