Yoga for Everybody

Course Description

An introductory study of yoga as a mind and body practice that develops somatic (mind/body) wellness for everyone.

Syllabus

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

    1. Critically evaluate information and media sources in a variety of formats. 

    2. Integrate and cite sources accurately and correctly. 

    3. Identify factors that contribute to physical, mental, and/or social health. 

    4. Demonstrate the connection(s) of different aspects of wellness to the overall health of an individual or population. 

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure

Percentage/Points

Classwork & Attendance

30 points

Discussion Boards & Yoga Philosophy Self-Reflection Paper

40 points

Midterm Demonstrated Practice

15 points

Personal Home Practice

15 points

Final Demonstrated Practice

25 points

Grading Scale:

Percentage

Letter Grade

120-125 points

A

118-119 points

A-

116-117 points

B+

110-115 points

B

108-109 points

B-

106-107 points

C+

100-105 points

C

98-99 points

C-

96-97 points

D+

90-95 points

D

88-89 points

D-

87 points and below

F

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance and active participation are required. Students are allowed two absences during the term. The School of Dance requires an 80% participation rate to receive credit for the course. Two late arrivals or early departures equal one absence. Make-up classes may be completed through approved in-person yoga classes.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

The Illustrated Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar.

Scholarly Perspectives

This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.