Online PHE 200F Path of Yoga (3 Hrs)

Karly Way, Ph.D.

Yavapai College, Fall 2012, CRN 34919

How To Reach Your Professor:

Karly.Way@yc.edu

You can expect me to respond to your email within 24 hours throughout the semester. Please send your email through Blackboard (my reply will come to your YC Scholar email address). If you dont receive a response, check your junk mail folder to ensure that your spam blocker does not classify yc.edu or Blackboard email as spam. All students have YC Scholar email accounts, which can be accessed through the YC portal. Please note: any emails that I send to you will go to your YC Scholar account. Check this email account regularly (at least three times a week), as it will be the primary mode of communication between us. Note: You can set this account to forward to another email address if you would prefer. For more information, see www.yc.edu/studentemail.

Office Location: Verde Campus M Bldg. 223, 928.634.6551 (Voice mail & office hours on Wednesdays)

Office Hours:

Virtual Office Hours M 8-10 am Virtual Office Hours T 8-9 am Office Hours W 9 am-12:30 pm; 3:15-4:15 pm Virtual Office Hours TH 8-9 am Virtual Office Hours F 8-9 am

Text/Course Materials:
Instructor will provide all course materials on Blackboard. Suggested supplementary readings may be found at your library or local bookstore. Optional book: The Guru in You: A Personalized Program for Rejuvenating Your Body and Soul, by Yogi Cameron Alborzian. New York: Harper Collins, 2011. ISBN: 978-0-06-189803-7.

Course Description:
Introduction to Yoga philosophy, history, Ayurveda, and meditation. Asana practice to complement mind-body emphasis. Two lecture. Two lab.

YC Course Content:
1. History of Yoga 2. Yoga philosophy 3. Four paths of Yoga 4. Ashtanga- 8 Limbs of Raja Yoga 5. Ayurveda- Science of Life 6. Hatha Yoga and Meditation

YC Course Learning Outcomes:

1. Trace Yoga origins and historical development. 2. Discuss Yoga purpose and philosophies. 3. Apply strategies and techniques to enhance experiences in: a. Four paths of Yoga b. 8 Limbs of Raja Yoga c. Ayurveda- diet, nutrition and health d. Hatha Yoga e. Meditation

Yes, This Class Features Pre-Recorded Lectures and Tegrity Demos!

Demos of our weekly asana postures are located under the Tegrity Demos tab on our Blackboard course menu. Take the time to watch/listen online before you begin your practice. A handout of each sequence is located under the Asana Practice folder (in Course Materials). To access the Tegrity Demos, use Internet Explorer as your web browser and remove your Pop-Up Blocker. If you run into any issues with Tegrity, contact the Help Desk. Here is the contact information for the Help Desk: 928.776.2168 (Prescott), 928.649.5558 (Verde), or email HelpDesk yc.edu.

Your Yoga Practice On the Mat

On the mat:
Video demonstrations of posture (asana) sequences are on Blackboard so that you may try new posture sequences on your own each week. Most weeks feature at least two posture practices for you to choose from, one geared more toward a beginner and the other for the more experienced

yogi/yogini.

To see video recorded demonstrations of the weeks Asana Practice, click on the Tegrity Demos tab. For a handout (with photographs) of the posture sequence, click on the Course Materials tab, then into the weekly folder, and Asana Sequence.

I will be happy to provide you individualized assistance on particular yoga postures and sequences that might be of value to you. The sequences and postures that I offer each week are merely suggestions; the intention of this class is to tailor postures to your needs and goals.
To earn up to 15 points for your yoga practice on the mat, submit your Asana Practice Summary for the week. Youll find a link to submit this assignment under the Asana Practice folder each week. Your task in this assessment: outline the sequence of poses that you practiced at least three times during the week and describe any challenges that you encountered (e.g., resistance, procrastination, stress, self-criticism, comparison, etc.) Important Note: Just as if you were practicing with a DVD at home, it is imperative that you listen to your body. Do not push yourself beyond your edge, or physical capabilities. Note that the first weeks assignments include a Health History summary, so that you may communicate to me any physical challenges or limitations that you may currently experience. This will enable me to suggest alternative sequences for you as well.

Your Yoga Practice Off the Mat

Off the mat:
One of the major takeaways of our class is that yoga isnt really about the postures and stretching exercises, but rather, learning a whole series of techniques, strategies and philosophies to enhance the quality of your life. Path of Yoga differs from other yoga classes in that it focuses extensively on the philosophy of yoga, including the cultivation of practices that will benefit your relationships (with self and others), breath work to calm the mind, strategies of mindfulness, and an introduction to meditation. We will also delve into the science of Ayurveda (eating according to your body type for optimum health) and the major traditions of yoga including Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Jhana Yoga. Click on Course Materials and into each folder to see point-worthy activities related to our weekly yoga topics. In these assignments, you may earn up to 15 points for creating a journal entry or other activity related to the weeks topic. (This is in addition to the 15 points you may earn for your weekly Asana Practice.) Alternatively, you may make notes on your regular yoga practice on and off the mat -- and submit a 750-word monthly synopsis (roughly three typed pages) in three installments. The Monthly Journal Synopsis is due at the end of each month and worth 75 points. In your Monthly Journal Synopsis, you will reflect on the months topics and summarize any challenges, breakthroughs and/or insights experienced in your yoga philosophy and posture practices for the month. Our course activities will be practiced and experienced by you, sometimes on the mat, sometimes off the mat. The extent to which you incorporate your yoga practice into your life is entirely up to you. The intention of this course and my sincerest hope -- is to inspire you to create your own home yoga practice, however you define it, this semester and beyond!

Point-Worthy Assessments
Syllabus Agreement Week 1 Health History and Goals Meet the Class Discussion Board Journal and Philosophy Applications (15 @ 15 points) Weekly Asana Practice (15 @ 15 points) OR Alternative for pass/fail students: Monthly Journal Synopsis (3) 10 points 30 points 10 points 225 points 225 points 225 points

Course Grading
A = 450 points or above B = 400-449 points C = 350-399 points D = 300-349 points F = 299 points or below S = 350 points or above U = 349 or below

Your final grade will be determined by the total points you accumulate by the last day of the semester. You may elect to take this class Pass/Fail (S/U) or for a traditional letter grade. Please see the grading scale below and advise me of your intention in the first week of class.

Self-manage your progress by checking your point total throughout the semester. (Click on the View Grades to view your points.) Once you reach the threshold of points youd like to earn in the class, you're done! BLACKBOARD ISSUES: If youre having any trouble with Blackboard, click on YC Resources tab on Blackboard or click on this web link to trouble shoot: http://www.yc.edu/content/tels/resforstudents/default.htm You may reach the YC Help Desk 24-7 by phone, 928.776.2168 (Prescott), 928.649.5558 (Verde) or by email, HelpDesk@yc.edu. PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY: You are responsible for any information communicated in class, via Blackboard or email. Log on to our course and check your YC Scholar email regularly throughout the semester. The only way to fail this course is to walk away or complete little/nothing, so take ownership. Everything is at your fingertips if you are self-motivated and manage your time and efforts effectively. On Working Ahead: There are times that I will open units early for you, by request. I continue to add course content throughout the semester and prefer to hold off on opening future units. However, if your work in a previous unit has been graded (and was completed in a thoughtful, engaging and excellent manner ;-) please email me and I can open the next unit for you. I will not open additional units for substandard work. On Grading: I will grade your work weekly throughout the semester, to help you to keep track of your points. Watch for my Announcement at the beginning of the semester; your class will likely be graded on a Friday or a Monday each week.

ATTENDANCE POLICY: You must maintain active participation throughout the semester to remain enrolled in this class. If you fail to complete work for three weeks (one unit), you may be dropped from this course. Course Withdrawal: You may officially withdraw from this course through the YC Portal. Withdrawing from a course after the published deadline for withdrawal requires instructor approval and signature. Student deadline: October 14, 2012. Student Code of Conduct: Respect for the rights of others and for the College and its property are fundamental expectations for every student. The Student Code of Conduct outlines behavioral expectations, and explains the process for responding to allegations of student misconduct. Copies are available in the Office of Student Affairs. Disability Support Services: Yavapai College is committed to providing educational support services to students with documented disabilities. If anyone in this class has a disability, including a learning disability, please contact Disability Resources to discuss your disability with the coordinator. Verde Valley Campus: (928) 634-6563. Course Mentoring: Dont hesitate to contact me during my office hours, via email or phone, for additional course assistance. Library services are available at the Prescott Campus and the Verde Valley Campus libraries. Both libraries are members of a countywide library network, which provide access to a wide-range of information and resources at libraries throughout Yavapai County and may support your learning in this class.

Welcome to Path of Yoga!

Your Yoga Practice, On and Off the Mat

Aug. 20-26 WELCOME TO THE CLASS! Meet the Class Discussion Forum, Goals and Health History, Syllabus Agreement due Sunday, Aug. 26 at midnight 1. What is Yoga? (Reviewing the Background & History of Yoga) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 2. Foundations of Asana (Reflecting on the True Intention of Yoga Postures) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 3. Yama (Reflecting on How We Are With Others) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 4. Niyama (Reflecting on How We Are With Ourselves) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 5. Pranayama (Following the Breath) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana or Month 1 Journal Synopsis due 6. Pratyahara (Experiencing Stillness) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 7. Dharana (Experiencing Mindfulness) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 8. Dhyana (Experiencing Meditation) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 9. Samadhi (Experiencing a Sense of Oneness) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 10. Yoga and Ayurveda (Experiencing Health & Wellness Through Diet) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana or Month 2 Journal Synopsis due 11. Raja Yoga (Practicing The Royal Path of Yoga) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 12. Bhakti Yoga (Practicing The Path of Devotion) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 13. Karma Yoga (Practicing The Path of Service) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana 14. Jhana Yoga (Practicing The Path of Wisdom) Off the Mat: Review Blackboard For Narrated PowerPoint, Books/Resources, Optional Journal/Assessment & Asana or Final Monthly Journal Synopsis due 15. Jivan Mukti (Living Enlightenment through Yoga)

Aug. 27-Sept. 2

Sept. 3-9

Sept. 10-16

Sept. 17-23

Sept. 24-30

Oct. 1-7

Oct. 8-14

Oct. 15-21

Oct. 22-28

Oct. 29-Nov. 4

Nov. 5-11

Nov. 12-18

Nov. 19-25

Nov. 26-Dec. 2

Dec. 3-8

Have a wonderful break - Keep practicing your yoga!