Basics Of Yoga (Introduction To Yoga Course For Beginners)

Learn the basics of yoga in preparation to start your own at home or in-person yoga practice

What you'll learn

What you need to know before attending a yoga class

The use of yoga props to support your pratice

Key yoga postures

Key yoga transitions

Building your confidence before attending your first yoga class

Requirements

No prior experience needed.

Description

Do you want to get started with practicing yoga but don't feel confident or able? Whether you are preparing to attend an in-person class for the first time, have attended some yoga but are feeling lost, or want to practice at home, this course is the perfect place to start!We will explore the basics of yoga - common postures you'll expect to see in most classes, some basic flows - including learning a sun salutation, and how to balance. You'll also learn about the history of yoga and some knowledge of different yoga styles so you know exactly what you are signing up for when attending your first class, or delving into an at-home practice.This course has been successfully delivered to clients in-person who said:"I took part in the basics of yoga course and absolutely recommend it to anyone who is thinking about doing yoga for the first time, or even if you’ve done a bit before but want to know more. Daniella was so welcoming and helpful and I learnt so much. She has really made a plan where you can take time and find space for yourself."This course is self paced and you can keep referring back to it as much as you need so you can really nail your practice and feel strong and confident to start.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 The History of Yoga

Lecture 2 Styles of Yoga

Lecture 3 Your practice

Lecture 4 Before your practice part 1

Lecture 5 Before your practice part 2

Lecture 6 Before your practice part 3

Lecture 7 Before your practice part 4

Section 2: Props

Lecture 8 Props part 1

Lecture 9 Props part 2

Lecture 10 Props part 3

Lecture 11 Props part 4

Lecture 12 Props part 5

Section 3: Basic Yoga Poses

Lecture 13 Childs Pose

Lecture 14 Seated pose 1

Lecture 15 Seated pose 2

Lecture 16 Seated pose 3

Lecture 17 Seated 4

Lecture 18 Tabletop

Lecture 19 Cat/Cows

Lecture 20 Downward Facing Dog

Lecture 21 Low Lunge

Lecture 22 Downward Facing Dog to Low Lunge transition

Lecture 23 Plank

Lecture 24 Knees-Chest-Chin

Lecture 25 Cobra

Lecture 26 Mountain

Lecture 27 Forward Fold

Lecture 28 Half-way Lift

Lecture 29 Warrior 1

Lecture 30 High Lunge

Lecture 31 Warrior 2

Section 4: Sun Salutation

Lecture 32 Vinyasa

Lecture 33 Sun Salutation

Section 5: Balancing

Lecture 34 Balancing

Section 6: Final words

Lecture 35 Final words

Lecture 36 Thank you

Lecture 37 Further Reading

Beginners wanting to start a yoga practice,Current practitioners who want to develop their knowledge of postures and correct alignment