About Our Certificate and Diploma Courses
(Latest Update: 25th Feb 2010)
The Ananda Marga Yoga Society offers certificate & diploma courses in Yoga Science. These yoga teacher training courses are affiliated with the Ananda Marga Association for Yoga Educators International [AMAYE] and the Ananda Marga Gurukula University, Sweden.
The courses offer a scientific, systematic and modern approach to Yoga studies and research. Our aim is to give the student a complete foundation in the physical, mental, spiritual and social aspects of Yoga science.
Our courses focus on both practical and theoretical aspects, with an integrated emphasis on the student’s personal development in yoga and meditation. The courses also include personal guidance from our Acaryas (yoga monks and nuns).
Our trainers are internationally recognized instructors and are highly skilled and experienced in the field of yoga education. Most of our trainers are Acaryas and have undergone an ancient discipline of yogic training.
As the world’s most widespread yoga society, we are able to provide an extensive international network through our Association for Yoga Educators (AMAYE). Click here for more info at www.amaye.org.
About Ananda Marga Yoga Society [AMYS]
Ananda Marga is a global yoga and social service organization founded 1955 in India by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. Through its yoga centres and service projects around the world, AMYS offers instruction in meditation, yoga and other self-development practices. In addition, AMYS provides disaster relief and works in earnest for community development.
In affiliation with Ananda Marga Gurukula University
Ananda Marga Gurukul, Sweden – www.gurukul.edu/about.php.
The Courses:
1. Certificate course (200 hrs)
Module 1: Yoga History
Module 2: Yoga Science
Module 3: Yoga Philosophy
Module 4: Yoga Lifestyle
Module 5: Teaching Methodology & Professional Ethics
2. Diploma course (400hrs)
Modules 1 to 5 are compulsory for all diploma students
Module 6: Classical Yogic Texts
Module 7: Yoga and Society
Module 8: Yogic Treatments
Module 9: Yoga and Creativity
Module 10: Thesis (Independent Project)
Pre-requisites:
- Adequate yoga experience
- GCE ‘O’ level or equivalent
- Able to communicate in English
- Age 16 years and above
Price:
- Certificate course: S$ 2,700.00*
- Diploma course: S$ 4,900.00*
- Individual modules: S$ 590.00*
* 10% discount for those who have completed our Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced classes.
* Additional 5% Early Bird Discount (For those who sign up by 1st December 2009).
* Prices are in Singapore dollars.
Career Opportunity:
Upon completion of our Certificate/Diploma course, you are eligible to become a yoga teacher. The Certificate course will enable you to teach beginners’ level while the Diploma course will enable you to teach up to advanced level.
Registration Starts:
- Registration for 2010 intake is closed. We’ll post updates on our 2011 intake soon!
Semester Dates (2010 intake):
- Semester 1: 11th Jan – 7th Apr 2010 (12 weeks)
- Semester 2: 26th Apr – 14th Jul 2010 (12 weeks)
- Semester 3: 16th Aug – 1st Nov 2010 (12 weeks)
Academic Council:
- Yoga Science: Acarya Shankarsana’nanda Avt.
- Medical Science: Dr. Manisha Tay (hom.)
- Intuitional Science: Acarya Shambhushivananda Avt.
- Social Science: Prof. Dhanjoo Ghista
Management Board:
- Chancellor: Acarya Shambushivananda Avt.
- Vice chancellor: Prof. Dhanjoo Ghista
- Dean: Acarya Shankarsan’ananda Avt.
- Supervisor: Acarya Sumiitananda Avt.
- President: Tan Boon Chuan
- Vice President: Sng Chu Kiat
- Secretary: Rasida Aini
Module Description:
The Diploma and Certificate Course in Yoga Science consist of Theoretical and Practical aspects. Through our Theory, you get to know the history of this ancient wisdom. It also covers the Philosophy of Yoga and Tantra, Human Anatomy, Yoga Bio-psychology, Yoga Life style, Classical Yoga Texts, etc…
Our Practical Aspect allows you to learn Asana (Yoga Posture) in detail, you will understand the benefits of each and every Asana on a physical, mental and spiritual level, besides that, you’ll also learn to prescribe Asana for student with different physical and mental problems. Warm-ups, self message, meditation and relaxation techniques are also covered.
Teaching Methodology enables you to have a feel of how to conduct a yoga class in real situation, you will learn how to demonstrate, correct and assist the student in class as well as help student to avoid injury during the practice of asana, etc…
Module 1: Yoga History
You study the history of Yoga, famous yogis and yogic traditions in history. This ancient yogic tradition has created many remarkable personalities with mystical power and capacity.
Practical Focus: Yoga warm-ups, diaphragmatic breathing & self massage. General guidelines for practicing and prescribing yoga postures, Kaoshikii (dynamic yoga dance).
Module 2: Yoga Science
Human Anatomy and Yoga Physiology are important aspects of yoga study, but another relatively unexplored aspect of yoga is Bio-Psychology. Bio-Psychology is the study of glands and hormones and their profound effects on all physical and mental functions like growth, digestion, energy levels, emotions, etc. In this module we will also emphasize on meditation and the science of mantra.
Practical Focus: Basic asanas 1.
Module 3: Yoga Philosophy
Yoga is a very deep and wide subject to be explored. Yoga philosophy gives us an understanding of life, death, creation, liberation etc. This traditional concept will be explained in the modern content to make you better understand this ancient science.
Practical Focus: Basic asanas 2.
Module 4: Yoga Lifestyle
How to live as a yogi in a modern and hectic society? This course aims to give you a better understanding of yoga life style, and offer a practical way to become a modern yogi. We will also go into details of the various aspects of the ‘sixteen points’ given by our founder Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, and analyze the ancient Astaunga Yoga: Yama (Social Harmony), Niyama (Personal Development), Asana (posture), Pranayama (breathing), Pratyahara (withdrawal of mind), Dharana (concentration techniques), Dhyana (meditation) and Samadhi (the ultimate goal of yoga). You will also learn the yogic system of food and fasting.
Practical Focus: Basic asanas 3 and Tandava (dynamic yoga dance).
Module 5: Teaching Methodology & Professional Ethics
What qualities should a yoga teacher have? This course will focus on the quality of a good yoga teacher and emphasize on teaching methodology, e.g. how to communicate with students, how to demonstrate, observe the student in the class to avoid injury during practice of asana. And we will also discuss the personal and professional ethics of a yoga teacher.
Practical Focus: Teaching techniques on teaching asana and elementary meditation.
Module 6: Classical Yogic Texts
The evolution of yoga will be seen through studying classical yogic texts such as the ancient Bhagavat Giita, Patanjali’s yoga sutras and the today’s modern yogic texts such as Ananda Sutram.
Practical Focus: Advanced asanas 1.
Module 7: Yoga and Society
Yoga is so much more than just “bend and stretch.’’ The modern yogi is a responsible person and is willing to contribute to the welfare of the society. This module introduces Neo-Humanism from the Yoga perspective, to give you a better understanding of why doing social service (Karma Yoga) is so important for personal development as well as social development.
Practical Focus: Advanced asanas 2.
Module 8: Yogic Treatments
This module aims at giving you a theoretical and practical knowledge of different alternative-healing systems. We will take a closer look at: Yoga Therapy, Naturopathy.
Practical Focus: Advanced asanas, Yoga therapy practices, Mudras and Bandhas.
Module 9: Yoga and Creativity
Creativity is a mental process involving the generation of new ideas or concepts, or new associations between existing ideas or concepts, and it originates from the deeper layer of the mind called atimanosa kosa, or ‘causal mind’. Human desire for mental expansion and realisations also originates in this layer of mind. By engaging oneself in creative expression through arts, music, dance etc, one’s atimanosa kosa develops.
This module will partly be conducted in workshop style to allow your ‘creative juice’ to flow freely. You will experience Mandala Art, Bhajans (devotional songs), Prabhat Samgiita (devotional music for mental expansion). We will also study the life and work of mystical artists such as Rabindranat Tagore, Mira Bai and Kabir.
Module 10: Thesis (Independent project)
This module aims at giving the student a deeper understanding of a chosen topic of yoga aspects through research and writing.
Our Teachers’ Panel:
Acarya Shiilabhadrananda Avt. has a unique ability to bring hope and positivism to the students’ mind. Having more than 30 years of yogic experience, he possesses a deep knowledge about yogic science and lifestyle. He will be teaching the various aspects of the eight-limb Astaunga yoga.
Acarya Liilananda Avt. became an Acarya in 1982, and has gained fast popularity due to his deep understanding of yoga philosophy, often presented in an innovative and humorous way. He has 25 years of experience in teaching yoga and philosophy in Europe, South America and now in Asia.
Dr. Jitendra Singh set, with his book “Biopsychology – a new science of body, mind and soul”, new standards for the science of Biopsychology. Dr. Jitendra started his journey by learning at the feet of his Guru, and is today considered a world-leading expert on the relationship between body and mind. He received his MBBS from the University of Lucknow and Master of Medicine from University of Melbourne.
Acarya Dharmavedananda Avt. majored in psychology before undergoing training as an Acarya in 1972. His speciality is Natural Therapy & his first natural therapy clinics were in Taiwan and Korea. He has given individual treatment to well over 4000 patients. He is now over-seeing the Ananda Marga Wellness Center, in Cebu, which offers to radically improve almost anyone who is diseased or stressed.
Kaomudii Yip is a physiotherapist who has a vast experience in the field of physiotherapy. She has experience in orthopedics and musculoskeletal health, respiratory care, musculoskeletal health (spine), neurology, intensive care and trauma, women’s health, pediatrics & has her own private practice.
Her special interest of areas include: Movement impairment & muscle balance work; and scientific approaches to yoga practice. She will be teaching anatomy and physiology of yoga asanas.
Acarya Viitaragananda Avt. has been teaching yoga and meditation for more than 15 years. He has a special passion for yogic chanting and bhajans, and his talent for awakening creativity in the student has made him a much sought-after teacher. Be ready for an unforgettable journey into the mystical!
Acarya Shankarsan’ananda Avt. has been the in-charge of AMYS since 2001, and will be the resident teacher during the course. He has a broad background in Astaunga yoga (Raja yoga), Raja-Dh-Raja yoga and Sahaj yoga, with a special passion for meditation. He will be linking the various modules together, and be the students’ guide throughout the course.
