
Welcome to Yoga Fundamentals ?☺️
This is an online, self-paced course to help you move beyond the beginner stage and into a state of complete confidence when practicing yoga, whether in a group class or at home.
My recommendation to soak up this course successfully – go through the whole thing once, even if you feel you did not really grasp it – then start over and dive deeper into each of the lessons.
(Pro Tip: To speed up the videos, click the ⚙️ in the video player and select desired speed.)
Step 1: Go through the each of the lessons, engage in the discussions, and take the quizzes.
Step 2: Practice the 30-minute power yoga class at the end.
Step 3: Repeat and go deeper.
*Bonus Material: Take a peek inside my 4 reference guides...
☀️ Sun Salutation A
☀️ Sun Salutation B
?? 18 Basic Poses & Alignment Guide PDF
? Variations for Injuries Guide PDF
...available in the left panel under "Bonus Material".
About Your Instructor
Thanks for watching!
You can read more about me here:
https://krystalariel.com/meet-krystal/
For questions, comments and/or feedback, email me here:
krystal@krystalariel.com
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https://krystalariel.com/private-sessions/
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Requesting Yoga Alliance Hours ?
Advance in your personal practice and in your career!
If you are a yoga teacher, or thinking of becoming a yoga teacher, this course is a great opportunity to earn Continued Education Hours for Yoga Alliance!
Once you have finished the course, I will verify that you have successfully completed all the modules and send you your certificate ?
How to Upload Certificate to Yoga Alliance
Use this direct link to the access the Continuing Education page:
https://www.yogaalliance.org/TrainingHours
1. Select "Add Training Hours"
2. Select "Taught by a YACEP"
3. Upload your certificate.
4. Add in your Start and Completed dates – then search for me: Krystal Ariel.
(You should see a green button next to my name that says "Select".)
5. Once you have done that, follow the prompts to
Select Your Course "Yoga Foundations for Beginners",
Request Confirmation and hit submit!
Navigating the Course
Please send any questions about how to navigate the course to: krystal@krystalariel.com
What is Yoga?
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Recommended Reading:
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
What Are The 8 Limbs of Yoga
What is Om/Aum?
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Optional Listening:
OM Chanting @ 432 hz
Optional Reading:
5 Things To Know About OM – Hindu American Foundation
What is Namaste?
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Optional Reading:
Yoga, Karma, and Rebirth: A Brief History and Philosophy by Stephen H. Phillips
Namaste Theory: A Quantitative Grounded Theory on Religion and Spirituality in Mental Health Treatment by Holly K. Oxhandler
Setting an Intention
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Recommended Reading:
Power Behind Setting an Intention in Yoga
Setting up the Space
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Recommended Reading:
How to Feng Shui Your Yoga Space
Basic Equipment Needed
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Mats
Manduka Pro Mat
Liforme Mat
Alo Mat
Lululemon Mat
...there are other options out there. Do your research and find the mat that most vibes with you.
Extra
Yogitoes Towel
Yoga Socks
Props & Accessories
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Props:
Yoga Strap
Yoga Block
Yoga Bolster
Meditation Pillow
Yoga Wheel
Accessories:
dōTERRA Essential Oils
Palo Santo
White Sage
Nag Champa Incense
Tibetan Sound Bowl
What is Prana?
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Recommended Reading:
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Anatomy of the Breath
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Recommended Viewing:
The Mechanics of Respiration
Complete Respiration and 3D Diaphragm
Bandhas
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Recommended Viewing:
Types of Bandhas – MasterClass with Donna Farhi
What are the Bandhas with Rod Stryker
What is Vinyasa?
Open the discussion panel on the top right and answer the question for this lesson.
Optional Reading:
https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-101/types-of-yoga/vinyasa-yoga/consciousness-in-motion/
Click here:
Move beyond the beginner stage, expand your knowledge and attend any yoga class safely and with confidence.
This course was designed to eliminate confusion and provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to practice yoga in any setting, whether in a class or at home.
This course will teach you…
How to set up your environment
How to breathe correctly and practice safely
Names of common yoga poses
Proper alignment in yoga poses
Learning the Sun Salutation variations
By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the basics of yoga, what you’ll need, how to breathe, how to practice safely and how to adjust yourself!
“Krystal makes it so easy to stay on track and committed to show up for myself every week. She explains each move, besides the feeling, the actual placement of your body.”
– Paula P. Miami, FL
“My spine cracked into alignment just by following her deep breathing sequence. Highly recommend working with her.”
– Klaudia M. Chihuahua, MX
“The tension I was carrying in my back is gone and the breathing put me into a peaceful state.”
– Alexandra S. Miami Beach, FL
This course is ideal for you, if…
You are a Beginner Yoga Student – and are ready to expand your knowledge of yoga.
You are Brand Spankin’ New, have never taken a yoga class before and want to get a jumpstart.
You are a Yoga Teacher looking for a refresher course with a new perspective on teaching beginners. (This course counts towards Continued Education Hours with Yoga Alliance.)