Props Yoga

Props Yoga

The Props Yoga course at the International Fitness Training Academy (IFTA) is designed to enhance yoga practice through the effective use of props. This program helps practitioners and instructors improve alignment, strength, flexibility, balance, and safety while making yoga accessible for all levels, including therapeutic clients.

Course Syllabus

Props Yoga Course

Introduction to Props Yoga

1. What is Props Yoga?
2. Benefits of Using Props in Your Practice
3. Overview of Rings, Bands, Blocks, Wheels, and Bamboo
4. How to Choose the Right Props for Your Practice

Basic Anatomy for Props Yoga

1. Overview of the Musculoskeletal System
2. Major Bones and Joints Relevant to Props Yoga
3. Muscles Used in Rings, Bands, Blocks, Wheels, and Bamboo

Asana

Using Props in Practice

Using Bamboo in Your Practice

1. Benefits of Using Bamboo
2. Exercises for Upper Body Strength
3. Exercises for Lower Body Strength
4. Exercises for Core Strength
5. Modifications and Variations

Using Yoga Wheels in Your Practice

1. Benefits of Using Yoga Wheels
2. Exercises for Spinal Mobility and Flexibility
3. Exercises for Core Strength and Balance
4. Modifications and Variations

Using Yoga Blocks in Your Practice

1. Benefits of Using Yoga Blocks
2. Exercises for Increased Flexibility
3. Exercises for Balance and Stability
4. Modifications and Variations

Using Bands in Your Practice

1. Benefits of Using Bands
2. Exercises for Upper Body Strength
3. Exercises for Lower Body Strength
4. Exercises for Core Strength
5. Modifications and Variations

Using Rings in Your Practice

1. Benefits of Using Rings
2. Exercises for Upper Body Strength
3. Exercises for Lower Body Strength
4. Exercises for Core Strength
5. Modifications and Variations

Advanced Application

Combining Props in Your Practice

1. Benefits of Combining Props
2. Examples of Sequences Using Multiple Props

Using Props for Therapeutic Clients

1. Benefits of Using Props for Therapeutic Clients
2. Considerations for Working with Clients with Injuries or Conditions
3. Examples of Props-Based Exercises for Common Conditions
4. Modifications and Variations for Different Levels of Ability