Objective:

• To acquaint students with historic and traditional roots of Yoga, as well as, its philosophy and applications, as drawn from Traditional yogic texts.
• To give a proper exposure of Darshanika (Yogic philosophy related) aspect of Yoga to the students through Upanishadas and authoritative yogic texts. • To equip students with traditional understanding of yoga practices from different schools of yoga in general and from Hatha yogic and Patanjala yoga schools in particular.

Duration: 21-Days course, conducted once a year. (December 1st to December 21th).

Eligibility: • Qualification: Graduate/ Diploma /Certificate holders in Yoga / Naturopathy/Physical Education.

• Age: No age bar for the course.

• Medical Test: Candidate should be medically fit and sound. Selection is subject to clearing the medical examination conducted by the Institute.

Intake Capacity: 20 Indian Students + International Students.

Selection Methods: Selection is based on Merit-cum-timely registration on all India basis.

Medium: English

Credits: Theory lectures 45 Credits 2.25 Practical Yoga 15 Credits 2.25

Internal assessment: Attendance in Theory and Practicals. Assignment in the form of practicum, seminar and project work. Personal experiences pertaining to yoga practices In the capacity of a yoga practitioner.

Personality changes: as assessed by different teachers through a semi structured tool

Fee: Indians: Rs.12,000/-(Dormitory for two) Foreign Nationals : US $ 700 (Double occupancy).

Note : Last date of receiving application is 10th November. Rs. 500/- will be the late fee until 20th November and Rs.1000/- after November 20.