Yogic Studies 1
Yogic Studies 1 (YS1) is dedicated to the study, exploration and experience
of the key elements of the Satyananda Yoga tradition. The course delivers
systematic practical and theoretical teachings, which encourages participants
to develop all aspects of their being and to witness the natural process
of change that occurs as a consequence of regular yoga practice. The primary
focus of the Satyananda system is to develop deeper awareness through
a process of self reflection and personal experience. YS1 aims to provide
an understanding of yogic concepts that can be refined and applied in
daily life. The course is open to both beginners and longer-term practitioners
who are looking for a structured course that leads to a higher degree
of self discipline and self knowledge.
Components of the course include:
- Asana, Pranayama, Mudra and Shatkarmas
- History, Philosophy, Psychology of Yoga
- Yoga Nidra and Meditation
- Structured Home Practice
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Mantra and Kirtan
- Yogic Lifestyle
- Karma Yoga
- Mouna
Successful completion of the course will establish a firm foundation
of yogic experience and knowledge with which to continue home practice
and personal development. It will also be the basis for students to progress
to further SYAE training courses.
 Course
Structure
Yogic Studies 1 begins with a fifteen day in depth residential program
to establish the central concepts of hatha yoga, raja yoga, karma yoga
and bhakti yoga, followed by two further residential sessions. Between
the residential components, students are required to commit to a regular
home practice, to maintain and submit a fortnightly home practice diary
and complete a number of on-line quizzes. Assessment will be ongoing.
Residential Dates
There will be two compulsory residential periods, one at the start of
the course and one at the end.
Tutors
Experienced international Satyananda Yoga teachers will conduct, monitor
and assess the course.
Pre Entry Requirements
Minimum age is 18 years
Ability to meet the time commitments required
Those with extensive work and family (especially small children) commitments
may find it too challenging to manage the demanding work load of this
course. Students are recommended ideally not to undertake other significant
courses during this year.
English Language Competence
As all lectures, practical classes, home assignments, written and practical
assessments, reviews and examinations will be conducted in English medium,
a sufficient level of English competency is essential. Applicants whose
first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of a
proficient level of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills as
agreed with SYAE, in order not to be disadvantaged.
Computer Skills
Basic proficiency in computer skills are essential for YS1. Skills required
include knowledge of Microsoft Word, email, sending and receiving word
document attachments, surfing the internet, creating and storing files
in a systematic manner, etc. It is strongly recommended that participants
gain access to a home computer in preference to using internet cafes.
 The
Venue
The course will be conducted in a simple, yogic style retreat centre
set in a quiet and natural environment in Lozen, foothills of the mountains
just 20 minutes from Sofia airport. Accommodation will be shared (two
or three people to a comfortable room with en suite bathrooms). Diet will
be vegetarian (no meat, fish or eggs). A pay phone and limited email facilities
are available.
Discipline
Students will be expected to maintain yogic discipline, which includes
remaining on campus, being punctual and adhering to mouna when prescribed.
Drugs or alcohol will not be permitted. Smoking is restricted to designated
areas only.
Home Study
- Daily 1 hour practice - asana, pranayama, yoga nidra, meditation as
per given schedules
- Writing a daily home practice diary and submitting it at regular prescribed
intervals
- Additional Study time - approximately 5 - 7 hours per week including
full participation in the online aspect of the course
Set Texts
- Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
- Meditations from the Tantras by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
- Yoga Nidra by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
- Sure Ways to Self Realization by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
- Yoga Darshan by Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati
- Anatomy and Physiology textbook
NB. Additionally, the texts ‘Prana and Pranayama’ and ‘Dharana
Darshan’ by Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati would be useful to your
study, but not essential.
Course Certification
- Students are required to attend all the residential course components,
participate in all aspects of the home study, submit home practice diaries
and complete the written, verbal and practical assessment tasks in order
to be eligible for the certificate.
- Certificates will only be awarded to students successfully completing
all aspects of the course.
Course Fee
The actual amount depends on the year of the course. It includes all
practical and theoretical tuition, marking, assessments, printed handouts,
course CD's, accommodation, catering and some local transport.
How to apply
Details will be posted as and when they are available.
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