Become a Certified Prenatal Yoga Specialist

This module develops a base knowledge of the prenatal yoga teacher training course offered in Goa. Students study how pregnancy can impact movement, breathing, comfort, and the practice of pregnant women. The students also learn about the teachings and practices of prenatal yoga, and the needs of pregnant women, as well as how to create supportive classes.

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This module describes the anatomy and physiology of pregnancy-related changes in posture and balance, breathing, joints, pelvis, and abdominal region. The correlation of basic anatomy with prenatal movement and teaching is also included to help students understand the changes during pregnancy.

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The practice of Yoga changes during the stages of pregnancy. This module adapts the changes for movement and poses for the three trimesters and the intensity of practice required along with the support needed at each of the three stages. Students understand the reasons for practicing different sequences for each trimester and for each individual.

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This module teaches selection, modification and sequence of yoga poses for prenatal classes. It examines familiar yoga poses and how they can be modified for the different stages of pregnancy with focus on comfort and support. Maintaining balance within the sequence and elegantly incorporating changes by means of smooth transitions and use of props is what allows prenatal classes to be effective.

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This module introduces breath awareness, meditation and relaxation practices appropriate for use in prenatal yoga. This module examines the various ways stillness and relaxation practices can be deployed during a flow class, and the ways in which breathing can be incorporated with gentle movement. Students will learn how to select and articulate relaxation practices in a way that requires no unnecessary effort or strain.

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This module discusses the role of the pelvic floor during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. Students discuss the pelvic floor’s role within breathing and movements, posture, and body awareness. Students discuss the importance of differentiating approaches for every individual, based on their level of comfort and the degree of their recovery.

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This module covers the basics of postnatal yoga and the fundamental differences between postnatal yoga and prenatal practices. Students will learn to incorporate movement and breathing practices as well as the creation and maintenance of postures within a framework of relaxation and body awareness sensitivity. They will learn to do so in a way that meets every individual’s recovery.

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This module applies the knowledge learned through practical teaching. It helps students who wish to pursue a Postnatal Yoga TTC in Goa by addressing the elements of instruction, planning, and teaching with props and modifications. Practice teaching and valuable feedback develop the teacher’s ability to understand and address the needs of their students.

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