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Pancha Kosha Yoga Therapy Certificate — 300 Hours

A professional yoga therapy training grounded in the five-kosha model, classical yoga and Ayurveda, developed with reference to the educational competencies published by IAYT.

Pancha Kosha Yoga Therapy Certificate — 300 Hours

A professional yoga therapy training grounded in the five-kosha model, classical yoga and Ayurveda, grounded in classical Yoga and Ayurveda, developed with reference to the educational competencies published by IAYT
Learn how to:
  • Preliminary assessment
  • Client Assessment and Goal Setting
  • Therapeutic listening and dialogue
  • Posture training 
  • Meditative Movements (Stretch – Loose – Strength – Flexibility)
  • Stress Relaxation 
  • Pranayama (Develop Mindfulness)
  • Kriyas 
  • Chant + Meditation (Acceptance & Self Analysis + Control)
  • Emotional Culture
  • Life style modifications
  • Diet Recommendation
What is Yoga Therapy?

Yoga therapy is defined by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) as ‘the professional application of the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and wellbeing within a therapeutic relationship that includes personalised assessment, goal-setting, lifestyle management, and yoga practices for individuals or small groups.’

At Ancient Yoga Academy, our Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy programme trains graduates to work with individuals across a wide spectrum of health and lifestyle needs — using yoga asana, pranayama, meditation, mantra, therapeutic dialogue, and Ayurvedic lifestyle principles as therapeutic tools.

Yoga Chikitsa (Therapy), applies the entire ancient science of Yoga and Ayurveda on an individual basis to support clients in reducing and managing symptoms, improving function, and moving toward improved health and well-being.

What includes in course?
Who this programme prepares you to work with — Graduates learn to develop yoga therapy plans supporting clients across a range of health concerns, including stress-related conditions, respiratory and cardiovascular concerns, musculoskeletal pain, metabolic and digestive conditions, and women’s health. Practices are adapted to the individual, delivered within the IAYT Scope of Practice, and offered alongside — never in place of — the client’s medical care.

Entry Requirements

  • Completion of a recognised 200-hour yoga teacher training programme (AYA's own 200 hr YTTC or equivalent)
  • Minimum 2 years of personal yoga practice
  • Submission of an application form including health background and teaching/practice history
  • Interview with the Academic Director (conducted online or in person)
  • Open to yoga teachers, health professionals, counsellors, and wellness practitioners seeking to integrate yoga therapy into their work

Programme Structure & Hours

ModuleContact HoursFormat
Foundation of Yoga & Yoga Therapy60 hrsLecture + Discussion
Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology45 hrsLecture + Practical
Yoga Practices for Therapy90 hrsPractical Training
Assessment & Case Planning30 hrsWorkshop
Supervised Client Practice30 hrsSupervised Sessions
Ayurveda Diet & Lifestyle20 hrsLecture + Practical
Therapeutic Dialogue, Ethics & Scope15 hrsSeminar
Case Study Presentations10 hrsAssessment
TOTAL300 hrs220 hours live (in-person and synchronous online) + 80 hours pre-recorded asynchronous (3 hrs/session, 3 days/week)

What You Will Learn — Curriculum Overview

The curriculum follows the Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy framework, working across the Pancha Kosha (five bodies) model — Annamaya (physical), Pranamaya (energetic), Manomaya (mental), Vijnanamaya (wisdom), and Anandamaya (bliss). Students learn to assess and address health and wellbeing needs across all five layers through a structured, evidence-informed yoga therapy methodology.
Reading Client

How to interact with the client in a professional way. Taking / Understanding General Parameters

Taking Case History

Disease Specific Parameters

The Art of taking Case History

How to Prepare

Keep records of the sessions

Case Studies (05)

A Case History Presentation

Planning Therapy

Assess the clients’ needs, and progress and set goals

Plan a programme of yoga for the individual

Ethics

Make a contract with the client, setting professional boundaries.

Code of Conduct

Understand the current laws involved in therapy work, follow the Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibilities

Taking Session

How to run a Yoga Therapy practice

Week (each session in 1 hours) for 10 Sessions cycle

Plan First Therapy Session

How to Plan First Yoga Therapy Session

FOUNDATION OF YOGA AND YOGA THERAPY

1. Concept of Yoga

  • Breath A Life
  • Basis of Yoga (Happiness Analysis)
  • Concept of Health
  • Operations at the Pancha kosas
  1. Concept of Yoga Therapy
  • Concept and Definitions of Yoga
  • Yoga Vs Yoga Therapy
  • Yoga Instructor and Yoga Therapist — Roles and Scope
  • Yoga Therapy Guide / Methodology/ Principles 
  • The Therapeutic Relationship — Knowing Your Client
  1. Basis of Yoga
  • Streams of Yoga
  • Patanjali Yoga Sutras
  • Message of Upanishads
  1. Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy 
    Pancha Kosas:
  • Annamaya kosa (Physical Body)
  • Pranamaya kosa (Energy Body)
  • Manomaya kosa (Mind Body)
  • Vijnanamaya kosa (Intellect Body)
  • Anandamaya kosa. (Bliss Body)
  1. Anatomy and Physiology
  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Lymphatic system
  • Respiratory system
  • Digestive system
  • Nervous system
  • Endocrine system
  • Immune system
  • Reproductive system
  1. The Concept of Stress
  • Classification
  • Root Causes
  • Sequential Impact on the Body Systems
  • Operative Dynamics
  • Symptoms 6. Management through Yoga
  1. Analysis of Yoga Therapy Modules
  • The Dynamics of Yoga Therapy Practices
  • Interconnectivity of the Vital Systems
  • Reasons for the Web of Symptoms
  • Disease Specific Analysis about
    • Role of different Kriyas
    • Impact of Loosening Practices and Asanas
    • Importance of Relaxation in between the sessions
    • Effect of Breathing Practices and Pranayama
    • Physiology of Concentration and Meditation
  1. Advanced Techniques of Yoga Therapy
  • Cyclic Meditation (CM)
  • Pranic Energisation Technique (PET)
  • Mind Sound Resonance Technique (MSRT)
  • Mudras and Bandhas
  1. Diet principles by understanding Ayurveda diet, Lifestyle
  • The Role of Diet in Well-Being
  • The Concept of Therapeutic Diet

Dietary Advice Within the Yoga Therapy Framework — foods that support or hinder a client's progress

YOGA PRACTICES

  1. Set of Nine Exercises To Keep Body Fit

Learn the ancient practice of 9 exercise that will invoke, balance, strengthen pranic, energy body and help to generate energy through the body and prepare whole body for further yoga therapy practices.

  1. Self-Assessment Chart (Self Panch Kosha Analysis)
  2. Basic Set Used in Yoga Therapy Practices
  3. Breathing Exercise
  4. Advanced Joints & Loosening Practices (Awareness)
  5. Meditative Asanas (Standing, Sitting, Prone & Supine Postures)
    1. How to use breath in Practice
    2. Concept of Stimulation & Relaxation
    3. Understand Stress Points
  6. Advanced Pranayama (Breathing Control)
    1. Understand Awareness
    2. Sound Vibrations, Mantra & Visualisation
  7. Relaxation Techniques (IRT, QRT & DRT)
  8. Mudra (Hand & Posture Gestures)
  9. Advanced Bandha ( Body Locks)
  10. Various Kriyas (Cleansing techniques)
  11. Nadis and Chakras in the Yogic Model
  12. Chair Yoga and Breathing
  13. Teaching Techniques (5 Steps Method)
  14. Meditation Practice (Active & Passive)
    1. Breath
    2. AUM
    3. Cyclic
    4. Third Eye
  15. Trataka (Dharana - Eye Exercise)
  16. Yoga Games / Laughter Yoga

Special Techniques Therapy for Different Ailments

  • Stress, anxiety and low mood — supportive practices, with referral criteria
  • Bronchial asthma and Nasal allergy
  • Hypertension, Heart Problems(IHD)
  • Migraine headache
  • Arthritis
  • Back pain
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Gastro-Intestinal-Disorders (Hyperacidity, Constipation and IBS)
  • Menstrual disorders (Heavy Menstruation and Scanty Menstruation)
  • Obesity
  • Supportive practices for clients living with cancer or epilepsy, alongside physician-led care
  • Menopause
  • Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Sinusitis
  • Promotion of Positive Health

Yoga therapy does not diagnose or treat medical conditions. Protocols are delivered within the IAYT Scope of Practice for Yoga Therapy, with clear criteria for referral to qualified healthcare providers.

  1. Advanced Techniques of Yoga Therapy
  • Cyclic Meditation (CM)
  • Pranic Energisation Technique (PET)
  • Mind Sound Resonance Technique (MSRT)
  • Kriyas, Mudras and Bandhas
  • Mantra Practice
  1. Therapeutic Listening and Dialogue
  • Skills of listening, reflecting and summarising within the yoga therapy framework.

The boundary between yoga therapy dialogue and psychological counselling, and when to refer

Supervised Practice Requirements

  • Students are required to complete a minimum of 30 hours of supervised yoga therapy sessions during the programme.
  • Each supervised session is conducted with a client under direct faculty observation, in person or by recorded session review, followed by a structured faculty debrief.
  • Students must document a minimum of 5 client case studies including: intake assessment, goals, programme plan, session records, and outcome notes.
  • Case studies are presented and assessed by faculty as part of the graduation requirements.

Assessment & Graduation Requirements

  • Written examination: Yoga philosophy, anatomy, physiology, yoga therapy theory (minimum pass mark: 70%)
  • Practical assessment: A complete 60-minute yoga therapy session conducted under faculty supervision
  • 5 completed and documented client case studies
  • 30 hours of supervised client practice
  • Minimum 80% attendance of programme contact hours
  • Therapeutic dialogue assessment: role-play scenario, including a scope-appropriate referral decision

Investment & Enrolment

Programme Fee: SGD 3880

Includes: comprehensive course manual, online resource portal, AYA website membership, body type profiling, and ongoing graduate support.

Online / Offline
3 Hrs. / Session (3 days a week)
How to Apply:

To secure your place and know more about programme enquiries Whats App: +65 9272 9897 or email enquiry@ancientyogaacademy.com

Yoga Therapy at AYA — Scope of Practice

Ancient Yoga Academy is committed to the professional and ethical delivery of yoga therapy. Click below learn more button that defines what yoga therapy is, how AYA graduates are trained to practise it, and how it differs from medical or clinical treatment.

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The AYA Training Pathway

Graduates of this programme complete 300 hours of faculty-led yoga therapy training, including 30 hours of supervised client practice and five documented client case studies, and are awarded the Pancha Kosha Yoga Therapy Certificate. Entry requires a completed 200-hour yoga teacher training.

Ancient Yoga Academy does not offer IAYT-accredited certification. Certification as an IAYT-Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) requires completion of an IAYT-accredited programme. This programme leads to the Pancha Kosha Yoga Therapy Certificate.

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