Description
This 3-Week Course on the history of yoga is a resource that provides information on the origins, evolution, and development of the ancient practice of yoga. It covers the rich history of yoga, including its roots in ancient India, its spread to other parts of the world, and its many diverse traditions and lineages, as well as explores the philosophical and spiritual underpinnings of yoga, as well as its modern-day applications and adaptations.
The course outline:
I. Introduction
- A. Importance of understanding the history of yoga
- B. Brief overview of the origins and evolution of yoga
II. Ancient Origins of Yoga
- A. The Vedas and early Vedic culture
- B. The Upanishads and the emergence of yogic philosophy
- C. The Bhagavad Gita and the synthesis of yoga
III. Classical Yoga
- A. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
- B. The Eight Limbs of Yoga
- C. Hatha Yoga and the physical practices of yoga
IV. Modern Developments in Yoga
- A. The influence of Tantra and Kundalini Yoga
- B. The rise of modern postural yoga
- C. The global spread and popularization of yoga
V. Contemporary Issues in Yoga
- A. Debates over cultural appropriation and authenticity
- B. The intersection of yoga and social justice movements
- C. The future of yoga in the modern world
VI. Conclusion
- A. Summary of key points
- B. Reflection on the significance of the history of yoga
- C. Call to action for further study and exploration of yoga’s rich heritage
The course includes:
- 150+ theory pages
- 9 videos with the masters
- 3 Guru Interviews
- + Bonus chapters with asanas and meditations