About this Course
Beginner's Yoga: A Gentle and Accessible Practice for All Levels
Welcome to Beginner's Yoga! This course is designed to introduce you to the foundational principles of yoga practice and help you build a strong and sustainable practice that will support your health and well-being for years to come.
Whether you are completely new to yoga or have some experience with the practice, this course will provide you with a safe and supportive environment to explore and deepen your understanding of yoga poses, breathing techniques, and meditation.
Course Objectives:
- Learn the basic principles of yoga practice, including alignment, breath, and mindfulness
- Develop strength, flexibility, and balance through a variety of accessible yoga poses
- Cultivate relaxation, stress relief, and inner calm through breathing techniques and meditation
- Understand how to modify poses to accommodate injuries, limitations, and different body types
- Explore the benefits of yoga for physical, mental, and emotional health
Course Outline:
Week 1: Introduction to Yoga
- What is yoga and how can it benefit your health and well-being?
- Basic yoga poses and sequences for building strength, flexibility, and balance
- Guided relaxation and meditation for stress relief and relaxation
Week 2: Breathing Techniques
- The role of breath in yoga practice and its impact on the nervous system
- Introduction to pranayama (breathing) techniques for energizing, calming, and balancing the body and mind
- Guided meditation and relaxation exercises to deepen awareness of the breath and cultivate mindfulness
Week 3: Yoga for Strength and Flexibility
- Building strength and endurance through standing poses, lunges, and arm balances
- Developing flexibility and mobility through seated and reclined poses, forward folds, and twists
- Relaxation techniques to release tension and tightness in the muscles and joints
Week 4: Yoga for Relaxation and Stress Relief
- Restorative yoga poses for deep relaxation and stress relief
- Guided relaxation and visualization exercises for calming the mind and promoting relaxation
- Breathing techniques for reducing stress, anxiety, and tension
Course Requirements:
No prior yoga experience is required for this course. All levels are welcome, and modifications and variations will be provided for different body types and abilities. Students should bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and comfortable clothing to each class.
By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation in yoga practice and the skills and knowledge to continue exploring and deepening your practice on your own or in a group setting. We look forward to supporting you on your yoga journey!
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For detailed information about our Beginner's Yoga: A Gentle and Accessible Practice for All Levels course, including what you’ll learn and course objectives, please visit the "About This Course" section on this page.
The course is online, but you can select Networking Events at enrollment to meet people in person. This feature may not always be available.
The course doesn't have a fixed duration. It has 14 questions, and each question takes about 5 to 30 minutes to answer. You’ll receive your certificate once you’ve answered most of the questions. Learn more here.
The course is always available, so you can start at any time that works for you!
We partner with various organizations to curate and select the best networking events, webinars, and instructor Q&A sessions throughout the year. You’ll receive more information about these opportunities when you enroll. This feature may not always be available.
You will receive a Certificate of Excellence when you score 75% or higher in the course, showing that you have learned about the course.
An Honorary Certificate allows you to receive a Certificate of Commitment right after enrolling, even if you haven’t finished the course. It’s ideal for busy professionals who need certification quickly but plan to complete the course later.
The price is based on your enrollment duration and selected features. Discounts increase with more days and features. You can also choose from plans for bundled options.
Choose a duration that fits your schedule. You can enroll for up to 7 days at a time.
No, you won't. Once you earn your certificate, you retain access to it and the completed exercises for life, even after your subscription expires. However, to take new exercises, you'll need to re-enroll if your subscription has run out.
To verify a certificate, visit the Verify Certificate page on our website and enter the 12-digit certificate ID. You can then confirm the authenticity of the certificate and review details such as the enrollment date, completed exercises, and their corresponding levels and scores.
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