Pranayama (Yogic Breathwork) For Yoga Students & Teachers

An educational course on the ancient practice of breath

What you'll learn
Enhance your personal pranayama practice
Develop an understanding of Pranayama and it's place along the 8 Limbed Path
Learn the traditional yogic breathing techniques as described the the Vedic texts
Learn the anatomy of the breath and it's relationship with the autonomic nervous system
Learn the application of pranayama in an asana, breath work, or meditation style class
Requirements
No experience necessary, although some understanding of yoga may be helpful.
Description
Namaste Yogis,I'm so glad that you've found your way to this course. Pranayama is a Sanskrit word that can be loosely translated to mean "control of the life force", or as we know it, breath control exercises. The use of breath manipulation has become a therapeutic practice recognized by modern psychology–but breathwork is an ancient tried-and-true practice that predates modern science. The practice of pranayama was first written about in the Vedic era (1500-600 BCE) and was likely practiced for thousands of years prior, by many different pre-historic civilizations. Pranayama serves many purposes. It is the vehicle for meditation. It is used to balance the Ayurvedic doshas (biological humors).  In modern medical terms, the breath is a way of accessing the autonomic nervous system. The breath is a profound tool that can be accessed by anyone, anywhere, at all times. The breath is an automatic function–it is always there whether we are aware of it or not. This course is an opportunity for anyone and everyone to develop an awareness of the power of respiration. Students will learn the depth of the practice. Teachers of yoga and breath will deepen their understanding of its application. In this course, you will learn:How to practice and teach 9 classical Pranayama practices, as described in Yogic & Vedic textThe anatomy of breathingThe relationship between the breath and the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)How to facilitate pranayama for othersThe significance of Pranayama in relation to the 8 Limbed Path of Yoga as described by PatanjaliPrana & the subtle bodyThis course is for you if:You would like to deepen your understanding of the function of the breathYou are looking to develop a breathwork practiceYou are a yoga teacher that is looking to deepen their understanding of pranayama and yoga theory for your classes

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction…Welcome!

Lecture 2 Learning objectives for this course

Lecture 3 What you will need

Section 2: Defining Prana & Pranayama

Lecture 4 Breath Experience Part 1: Journaling Meditation Exercise

Lecture 5 Breath Experience Part 2: Asana + Journaling Meditation Exercise

Lecture 6 What is Pranayama?

Lecture 7 Benefits of Practicing Pranayama

Lecture 8 Preparations for Pranayama

Section 3: The Anatomy of Breath

Lecture 9 The Anatomy of Breath

Lecture 10 The Breath & the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).

Lecture 11 The Breath and the Subtle Body: Introduction to the Nadis

Lecture 12 Things To Consider When Teaching Breath Exercise

Lecture 13 "A Comfortable Seat"

Section 4: The Techniques

Lecture 14 Ujjayi Breath

Lecture 15 Dirga Pranayama (3-Part Breath)

Lecture 16 Bhramari Breath

Lecture 17 Nadi Shodhana

Lecture 18 Bhastrika Breath

Lecture 19 Kapalabhati Breath

Lecture 20 Surya/Chandra Bhedana

Lecture 21 Sheetali/Sheetkari Breath

Lecture 22 Kumbhaka: Retention & Suspension

Section 5: How to apply the practices

Lecture 23 Video: How to apply the Pranayamas

You are looking to develop a breathwork practice,Students & teachers of yoga looking to deepen their own practice, or learn to share the practice with a larger audience.