Description
A yoga teacher is an instructor who guides students through yoga practices, which includes demonstrating poses, offering modifications, and leading breathing and meditation techniques. To become a yoga teacher, one typically completes a training program that covers physical practice, philosophy, anatomy, and how to instruct others. FSSAs Dakshesha Yoga Teacher Training program is one of the most sought after Yoga Certification in the country
Duration
4 months approximately
Certificates Awarded
1. FSSA Academy Sports Nutrition Certificate
2. Skill India Sports Nutritionist Certificate (Optional)
Delivery of the program
Virtual, Blended Learning
Assessment(s)
• MCQ Type
• Practical Video Submission
Course Content
Chapter 01
Introduction to Yoga
– Meaning of Yoga
– Origins,history and development of Yoga
– Different definitions of Yoga
– Different streams of Yoga
– 8 limbs of Ashtanga Yoga
– Various benefits of Yoga
– Understanding the practice of Asanas
– Understanding breathwork and bandhas
– Understanding meditation
– Various Yogic relaxation techniques
Chapter 02
Role and responsibilities
– Define the role of a Yoga Wellness Instructor
– Explain the responsibilities of a Yoga Wellness Instructor
– Expectations from a world class Yoga Instructor
Chapter 03
Core Knowledge
– Yoga principles and knowledge of ancient texts
– Food habits and other instructions as per Yogic philosophy
– Functional Anatomy and physiology
– Fundamentals of biomechanics
– Basics of core and posture
Chapter 04
Practicals
– Warm ups and mobility drills
– Asanas in various body orientations
– Sequencing
Chapter 05
Planning instructing and delivering a Dakshesha Yoga Session
– Understand Dakshesha and its relevance to Yoga
– Top qualities of a Dakshesha Yoga Wellness Instructor
– Understanding N.A.M.S.E.T/Use of Imagery and Concept and importance of Flow.
Chapter 06
References and Recommended Reading
Learning Objectives
By the end of this program, the learner will be able to:
• Demonstrate Foundational Yoga Knowledge
• Explain the history and evolution of yoga
• Describe key principles from classical yoga philosophy (e.g., the Eight Limbs)
• Understand basic Sanskrit terminology related to yoga practice
• Identify major styles and traditions of yoga
• Perform and Teach Asana Safely
• Demonstrate proper alignment in foundational postures
• Provide verbal, visual, and demonstrative cues
• Sequence a safe and balanced yoga class
• Describe basic musculoskeletal anatomy relevant to yoga
• Identify major joints and muscle groups used in common postures.
• Teach Pranayama and Meditation
• Demonstrate foundational breathing techniques
• Integrate breath awareness into asana practice
• Develop Effective Teaching Skills
• Project clear, confident, and inclusive communication
• Use appropriate voice tone, pacing, and presence
• Create welcoming and safe class environments
• Adapt instruction for diverse populations and abilities
• Understand ethical responsibilities of a yoga teacher
• Demonstrate awareness of scope of practice
Prerequisite(s)
• Should be able to read, understand and write basic English
• Should be over 18 years of age at the time of enrollment
• Must have Aadhar card
• Must have access to a tablet and/or laptop or smartphone