Yoga and Science of Living
Introduction
Yoga and Science of Living is an innovative and vocational program in the behavioral and therapeutic application of yoga and naturopathy along with value education, through the synthesis of spirituality and science. The course imparts theoretical as well as practical knowledge of Science of Living (Jeevan Vigyan), Preksha Meditation, Yoga, Naturopathy and Applied Psychology. Through the knowledge of these elements one can achieve physical fitness, mental equilibrium and spiritual bliss along with the skill to treat human subjects suffering from various psychosomatic disorders. Preksha Meditation has been included in the curriculum as a new dimension of therapy, which helps in promoting physical, mental and emotional health for the integrated development of the personality.
Career Prospects
- Lecturer / Assistant Professor in Colleges and Universities.
- Yoga teacher in Educational Institutions.
- Yoga instructor in Hospitals, Hotels, Rehabilitation Centers, Industries and Corporate Sectors.
- Yoga Counsellor.
- Yoga instructor opportunities in India and abroad (alumni work in China, Singapore, Australia, Japan, UK, USA, etc.).
Objectives
- To promote the traditional knowledge of India's rich heritage in the field of yoga.
- To propagate the knowledge and application of Science of Living, a multidimensional system of education based on Indian Philosophy, Values and Culture.
- To explain the scientific benefits of the application of Preksha Meditation.
- To carry out scientific research on the therapeutic application and effects of Yoga and Preksha Meditation.
- Developing physical, mental, intellectual and emotional well-being capabilities.
- To create Yoga teachers.
Research
- Scientific research on the therapeutic effects of Yoga and Preksha Meditation.
- Study of bio-chemical and psychological changes through meditation practice.
- Application of Yoga and Naturopathy in managing psychosomatic disorders.
- Research in Science of Living (Jeevan Vigyan) and value education.
Psychology laboratory and Shatkarma laboratory
Physiology laboratory with modern equipment (ECG, EEG, etc.)
Naturopathy treatment section
Well-equipped Yoga-Meditation Hall