BASIC STUDIES

International systematic basic studies (ISBS) comprises an intensive yoga training, conducted by senior and advanced Iyengar Yoga teachers.

“.. and let that light come to us from the Lord and let our brain and intelligence be illuminated, as we keep on working.” (Taittiriya Upanishad)

Systematic Studies

structured development

ISBS includes practicing and teaching subjects such as asana, pranayama, mindfulness/meditation, philosophy, anatomy, physiology, fascia, basic therapeutic aspects, MBYC (mindfulness based yoga coaching), health pedagogics/health education, mindfulness-based teaching.

ISBS is a systematic training and further education over a period of two years. Yoga practitioners as well as yoga teachers who want to deepen their theoretical understanding and practice, are welcome.

The basis is a two-year basic course of study (Basic Studies 1 and 2), which is devoted to the study and practice of yoga in the tradition of B.K.S. Iyengar and Geeta S. Iyengar in its entirety. These two years will build up a deepened practice and knowledge to enroll for the second part “Art of Teaching”.

The practical part includes the study with a mentor in the domicile country if possible at least one weekly Iyengar Yoga class of 90 minutes.

Admission to “Art of Teaching” requires the recommendation of two LOY lecturers in the subjects Asana and Pranayama as well as the successful completion of internal examinations in the subjects Anatomy, Physiology and Philosophy.

“Art of Teaching” complete with the LightOnYoga Certificate. After these three years of systematic studies the student is also well prepared to be assessed by the I.Y. association in the respective country (if you cannot be assessed in your country please inform us).

How to join

If you have practiced yoga regularly for at least three years, you are welcome to join ISBS.

You sign a contract with LOY on an annual base. This includes the participation in all Advanced Fridays, Philosophy, ISBS weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) as well as one Intensive Week (face-to-face) per year. Further advantages for students having signed a LOY contract:
– Access to a knowledge and study online platform
– 30% discount on IOSS workshops

Costs Basic Studies 1: 1.680 EUR, payable annually
Costs Basic Studies 2: 1.680 EUR, payable annually

You can join the modules of the systematic basic studies according to your own interests. When registering for a seperate module, the respective fee is invoiced. If you like to use Advanced Fridays and ISBS Workshops in particular to further develop your own practice and skills than this is your choice. After having successfully participated in Basic Studie 1 and 2 you can apply for the second part “Art of Teaching”

Costs Basic Studies 1 and 2 per module: 129 EUR (Intensive Week separate)

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training structure

BASIC STUDIES 1:
Start in April 2021, a total of 200 hours (266 units)
Main focus on about 60 asanas, pranayamas, philosophy, anatomy and physiology.
— 24 UE Philosophy: Historical overview, Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavadgita, Tantrism, Sanskrit basic terms
— 24 UE Anatomy and Physiology:
a) General Anatomy: Cells, tissues, joints
b) Specific anatomy of the musculoskeletal system – muscles and joints of the spine and abdomen
c) Muscles of the shoulder girdle and shoulder joint
d) Muscles of the upper arm and the muscle groups of the forearm
— 12 UE Practicing awareness and mindfulness, meditation

BASIC STUDIES 2:
Start in April 2022, a total of 200 hours (266 units)
Repetition of the asanas studied in Basic Studies 1. Ongoing Studies of the asanas and pranayamas focused in Basic Studies 1, extended and deepened by relevant asanas and pranayamas from advanced levels.
— 24 UE Philosophy: Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Biography of B.K.S. Iyengar and the philosophical approach of Iyengar Yoga, Sanskrit basic terms
— 24 UE Anatomy and Physiology
a) Specific anatomy of the musculoskeletal system: joints of the lower limbs: pelvis, hip, knee, ankle
b) Anatomy and function of the muscles of the hip joint, thigh
c) Anatomy and function of the muscles of the lower leg
d) Abdominal organs and digestive system
e) Organs of the thorax (heart and lungs), circulation and respiration
— 12 UE Practicing awareness and mindfulness, meditation

ART OF TEACHING:
Start in April 2023, a total of 200 hours (266 units)