Philosophy, History & Theming Your Classes: Continuing Education for Yoga Teachers from Alanna Kaivalya

Philosophy, History & Theming Your Classes: Continuing Education for Yoga Teachers from Alanna Kaivalya

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The Philosophy, History & Theming online course develops the skills and lexicon you need in order to convey complicated yoga philosophy with ease and finesse to a modern day audience. You come to understand how the history of yoga has developed and how each one of us is moving it forward and honoring the timeless tradition today. Through your study of essential yoga texts, you learn what it takes to embody the core philosophy of yoga and become a yogi living in the modern world, as well as how to give compelling dharma talks. This module also gives you the skills necessary to build your classes around a theme in order to educate the body, mind and spirit of the students who come to your classes.

In this module, you learn:

The complete history of yoga, including: ancient vs. modern practice, where yoga came from, essential texts and teachers, how yoga has developed in the west
The essential Yoga Sutras, including: an overview of the whole text, breakdowns of key sutras, their meaning, translation and how to teach them to students
The essential Bhagavad Gita, including: an overview of the whole text, breakdowns of key sutras, their meaning, translation and how to teach them to students
The essential Hatha Yoga Pradipika, including: an overview of the whole text, breakdowns of key sutras, their meaning, translation and how to teach them to students
How to deliver engaging dharma talks that illuminate complex yoga philosophy in an engaging, accessible way for your students

This comprehensive continuing education course features video and written content covering the most important and essential yoga wisdom from the core texts, and shows you how to integrate this knowledge into your classes in a dynamic and inspiring manner.

Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate saying you have demonstrated proficiency in the skills learned throughout this module. This course counts as 30 continuing education credits for The Kaivalya Yoga Method.

This course is for continuing education purposes only. To be eligible for certification in The Kaivalya Yoga Method at the 500+ hour level and be entered in our online registry of approved teachers, you must enroll in the full program.

Your Instructor

Alanna Kaivalya, Ph.D.

Often referred to as the “Yoga Doctor,” Alanna Kaivalya, Ph.D., helps yoga teachers embody their knowledge, up-level their skills and create more impact in the world. She gives you clear pathways to earning a living with your spiritual practice and help others with your gift.

On this principle she founded The Kaivalya Yoga Method, a fresh take on yoga emphasizing the individual path while honoring tradition. Teaching students since 2001, teachers since 2003, Alanna has written and developed teacher trainings worldwide for top studios and independently. In 2015, she debuted a comprehensive 500hr-online teacher training.

She holds a Ph.D. in Mythological Studies with an Emphasis in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, has authored numerous articles and three books: Myths of the Asanas, an accessible practitioner’s guide to stories behind beloved poses; Sacred Sound, a yoga “hymnal,” illustrating the role of chant and mantra in modern practice. Her third book,Yoga Beyond the Mat, is a guidebook showing practitioners how to make yoga their spiritual practice.

She lives in New York City with Roxy the Wonderdog. Visit her website at: alannak.com

Course Curriculum

Welcome to Philosophy, History & Theming!

Welcome to The Kaivalya Yoga Method!
Meet Alanna Kaivalya, Ph.D.
Enjoy the Journey!

Dharma Talks and Themes

How to Build a Class Around a Theme (6:34)

What is Yoga?: History and Definition

What is Yoga? (16:28)
History of Yoga, Part One: Historical Context & Ancient Practices (13:31)
History of Yoga, Part Two: Four Main Types and Historical Development (29:01)
History of Yoga, Part Three: Development of Modern Yoga Practies (21:49)

Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras

Yoga Sutra: History, Context and Mythology (25:18)
Yoga Sutra 1.1: Now Yoga Begins (8:39)
Yoga Sutra 1.2: Definition of Yoga (12:13)
Yoga Sutra 1.12: Do Your Practice (7:53)
Yoga Sutra 1.23: Devote Yourself to Yoga [Video] (7:51)
Yoga Sutra 1.27: Om is the Source [Video] (5:36)
Yoga Sutra 1.33: Dealing with Others (19:09)
Yoga Sutra 2.1: The Kriya Yoga Path [Video] (14:56)
Yoga Sutra 2.3: Obstacles to Yoga (25:26)
Yoga Sutra 2.29: The Eight Limbed Path (29:37)
Yoga Sutra 2.30: The Yamas (Restraints) (24:59)
Yoga Sutra 2.32: The Niyamas (Observances) (16:01)
Yoga Sutra 2.33: Change Your Mind (8:49)
Yoga Sutra 2.35: Meaning of Ahimsa [Video] (6:23)
Yoga Sutra 2.46: Defining Asana (3:20)
Yoga Sutra 4.7: The Law of Karma [Video] (8:08)
Yoga Sutra 4.15: Creating Your World [Video] (8:02)
Yoga Sutra 4.28: The Obstacle to Yoga [Video] (7:33)

Module 5: Philosophy, History & Theming [Bhagavad Gita]

The Bhagavad Gita: An Overview (25:34)
Gita Sutra 3.25: Wise or Unwise? (7:41)
Gita Sutra 4.7: Manifesting Greatness When Things Go Wrong (9:58)
Gita Sutra 4.20: Who Is Acting? [Video] (6:04)
Gita Sutra 4.24: Yogic Food Blessing [Video] (3:34)
Gita Sutra 6.29: Connecting With Your Bliss [Video] (5:09)
Gita Sutra 6.8: Equanimity of Mind (6:29)
Gita Sutra 9.26: A Perfect Offering (8:58)
Gita Sutra 9.29: In All Things [Video] (6:42)
Gita Sutra 10.25: Om is the Source [Video] (7:28)

Hatha Yoga Pradipika

Hatha Yoga Pradipika: An Overview (6:55)
Pradipika Sutra 1.56: What is Hatha Yoga? (4:08)
Pradipika Sutra 4.1: Prayer to Internal Source (4:10)
Pradipika Sutra 4.93: Attaining a Calm Mind (4:09)
Pradipika Sutra 4.97: Connecting to Internal Source (3:24)

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