Yoga I - Washtenaw Community College (Fall 2024)

In this course, students will explore introductory practices and philosophy of Hatha Yoga. Hatha yoga is a progressive practice of eight disciplines referred to as limbs. The eight limbs include: social restraints, personal observances, yoga postures, breath regulation, withdrawal of the senses, single pointed focus, full absorption and enlightenment. The philosophy of the eight-limbed path of Hatha yoga is complete liberation from human suffering. Students will be able to identify the eight limbs and demonstrate posture, breath regulation and meditation practices.Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading Level 3; Academic Writing Level 2