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Course Number:
PE 184O
Course Title:
Yoga III
Credit Hours:
1
Lecture Hours:
0
Lecture/Lab Hours:
0
Lab Hours:
30

Course Description

Expands application of the values and skills of yoga. Includes intermediate/advanced yoga exercises for increased flexibility, improved health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living. Recommended: prior class in Hatha yoga. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

An average class includes practice of yoga asanas (exercises), breathing techniques, and balance activities through teacher directed activities. Includes options for various fitness levels. 

Intended Outcomes for the course

Upon completion of the course students should be able to:

  1. Improve physical conditioning related to flexibility through participation in intermediate/advanced-level Hatha yoga.
  2. Apply modifications to intermediate/advanced-level asanas as needed for proper alignment and safety.
  3. Develop and maintain a personal yoga practice, applying intermediate/advanced-level Hatha yoga skills.

Aspirational Goals

  1. Recognize and apply the value and benefits of an on-going yoga practice.

Outcome Assessment Strategies

  1. Participation Records
  2. Personal Programs
  3. Personal Diary 
  4. Written assignments
  5. Class Presentation or demonstration

Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)

  1. Advanced asanas and sequences of asanas
  2. Progressing in a yoga practice for:
    1. Balance
    2. Flexibility
    3. Kinesthetic Awareness
    4. Alignment
    5. Breath Control
    6. Strength
  3. Build a relationship between mind, body and spirit 
  4. Interpret and apply the benefits of yoga postures and relaxation techniques
  5. Personal application of Yoga philosophies
  6. Concepts of warm up and cool down
  7. Safety principles in Yoga