Introduction
In this program, we aim to bring you the essence of traditional yoga and ayurveda along with the discoveries of modern science.

We will introduce the fundamental teachings of the legendary yogi Krishnamacharya and combine it with current medical perspective to form a high-quality, intensive program on yoga as a therapy.

We have designed this program especially for yoga teachers and advanced practitioners, but it should also be of interest to people from related fields.

Wherever possible, medical and traditional theory will be reinforced and complemented by hands-on application and realized through exploration and experimenting in the course itself.

Specific guidelines for different conditions and general treatment principles will be detailed, empowering you to safely and effectively address disabilities and ill-health through yoga. The goal is to enable participants to integrate newly acquired knowledge immediately in their teaching, particularly in private sessions.

Program Structure
The entire yoga therapy program is divided into compact, intensive modules. Each module may be attended independently. Every module aims to help you immediately begin applying what you have learned.

Certificates will be given for each module. The entire therapy certification can be gained by attending all the modules.

The program is delivered in intensive modules (5 days for each module A and B).
Each section (I, II, and III) may be attended independently.
Certificates will be issued for each module.
I. Musculoskeletal System / Body
A: Low Back, Pelvis & Lower Limb
B: Cervical & Thoracic Spine, Upper Limb, Anatomy of Breath
II. Internal Medicine & Breath
A: Physiology and Sequencing of the Breath, Respiratory and Cardiovascular Disorders
B: Neurological/Digestive/Immune systems, Sequencing, Pranayama, Props, Yoga for the Elderly
III. Yoga Psychology & Psychiatry / Mind
A: Managing Stress, Anxiety, Mild Depression, Common Emotional Disorders
B: Recognizing and Approaching Serious Psychiatric Conditions
IV. Integration/Completion Module
Holistic case studies, Assorted topics.

Opportunities for specialized studies (e.g. in-depth consideration of particular body systems, ayurveda etc will also be offered).

Disclaimer (to comply with legal requirements in some countries):
Completion of this course does not entitle participants to offer treatments unless they have the required professional training in medicine/healthcare.

II. Internal Medicine & Breath
B: Neurological/Digestive/Immune systems, Sequencing, Pranayama, Props, Yoga for the Elderly (former Module 4)
1. Safety considerations in yoga sessions for balance problems, cognitive impairments, movement disorders.
2. Observation and assessment skills. Setting optimal and realistic goals based on the problem and the person, especially in neurological disorders.
3. Disorder based considerations for specific conditions. For example: a. Cerebrovascular disease (stroke) b. Parkinson's disease c. Multiple Sclerosis
d. Headache e. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome f. Irritable Bowel Syndrome g. Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis
4. Pranayama as a therapeutic tool:
a. b. c.
Different types of Pranayama Sequencing Pranayama Relation to ayurveda
5. Effective sequencing in single yoga sessions and over multiple yoga sessions. 6. Using props, supports, aids effectively in a therapeutic yoga setting. 7. Visualization and imagination as tools in yoga practice. 8. Ayurvedic guidelines on lifestyle, diet, and useful herbs.
9. An overview of traditional yoga concepts related to pranayama: a. Nadis, Prana. b. Koshas

Date
Freitag, 18. Mai 2012
Samstag, 19. Mai 2012
Sonntag, 20. Mai 2012
Montag, 21. Mai 2012
Dienstag, 22. Mai 2012

Costs
565,- Euro. Der Kurs ist Mwst. befreit.

Lessons will be held in english. Wird auf englisch unterrichtet!.

Faculty
Ganesh Mohan 
is a physician trained in both conventional medicine and ayurveda. He is the son of A.G. Mohan who was a personal student of Krishnamacharya for 18 years from 1971 to 1989, and Indra Mohan who has been teaching yoga for thirty five years.

Ganesh started practicing yoga in the tradition of Krishnamacharya under his parents’ guidance as a child. He is well-versed in related traditional studies such as yoga philosophy and Vedic chanting.
Ganesh lives in Chennai, India. He teaches workshops and intensives on various aspects of yoga at several international locations. He is an advisor to the International Association of Yoga Therapists in the USA and the Australian Association of Yoga Therapists.