The Yoga Basics Course is perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to revisit foundational principles.
🧘 Yoga Basics Course Outline
1. Introduction to Yoga
• What yoga is (philosophy + practice)
• Different styles of yoga (Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, etc.)
• Benefits: physical, mental, emotional
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2. Foundations of Practice
• Breath awareness (Pranayama basics: diaphragmatic breathing, Ujjayi, 3-part breath)
• Yoga etiquette (mat setup, props, pacing, rest when needed)
• Safety tips & listening to your body
3. Basic Postures (Asanas)
• Standing Poses: Mountain (Tadasana), Warrior I & II, Triangle
• Seated Poses: Easy Seat, Staff Pose, Seated Forward Fold
• Balance Poses: Tree Pose
• Backbends: Cobra, Bridge
• Core & Twists: Cat-Cow, Seated Twist
• Restorative Poses: Child’s Pose, Savasana
4. Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar)
• Step-by-step breakdown of movements
• Linking breath with movement
• Gentle variations for beginners
5. Mindfulness & Meditation
• Simple meditation techniques (focus on breath, body scan, mantra)
• Relaxation practices (guided Savasana, Yoga Nidra intro)
6. Building a Personal Practice
• How to create a short home sequence (15–20 minutes)
• Importance of consistency over intensity
• Journaling or self-reflection after practice
7. Next Steps
• Exploring deeper practices (pranayama, meditation, philosophy)
• Finding your preferred yoga style
• Setting goals (strength, flexibility, stress relief, spiritual growth)
£48
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