Yoga?
Yoga is essentially the art and science of healthy living which
focuses on bringing harmony between the body and mind.
The word
Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘yuj’ meaning “to join” or “to
unite”.
Another
meaning of Yoga is “samadhi”, the highest state of consciousness or the state of
absolute knowledge which leads to freedom.
Aim:
To
overcome all kinds of sufferings that lead to a sense of freedom in every walk
of life with holistic health, harmony and happiness.
In the present era, Yoga is popular worldwide because of its
spiritual values and therapeutic credentials. Also, its role in the prevention
of diseases, promotion of health and management of lifestyle-related disorders
are revered globally.
“Yoga is
a very popular activity among Children, Youth and Seniors.”
As a
career:
of career over the past few decades, especially with the tide of globalisation
sweeping across the world.
There is
a great career scope for Yoga professionals not only in India but also in
abroad like schools, colleges, universities, wellness and healthcare centres,
corporate places, etc.
The awareness amongst people about the benefits of Yoga for a healthy
mind and body has increased the prospects of Yoga as a lucrative career.
Further with the declaration of 21st June as International Yoga day by the UNO,
the importance of Yoga as a career has increased many folds.
Institutions:
The Ministry of Ayush runs a premier institution, the Morarji
Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), New Delhi https://www.yogamdniy.nic.in/
for imparting training and education in Yoga.
Established in the year 1998, MDNIY focuses on imparting Yoga education and
therapy in the country with the aim to promote a deeper understanding of Yoga
philosophy and the rewards it offers to the people.
MDNIY offers many quality courses like MSc (Yoga), BSc
(Yoga), PGDYTMP, DYSc, CCYWI, CCYPI and Foundation Course. The focus is on
imparting quality education, research and training in the field of Yoga for the
overall benefit of the society.
Popular
Courses:
- M.Sc.
(Yoga)
- B.Sc
(Yoga)
- Post
Graduate Diploma in Yoga Therapy for Medicos and Paramedicos (PGDYTMP)
- Diploma
in Yoga Science (DYSc.) for graduates
- Certificate
Course in Yoga for Wellness Instructor (CCYWI)
- Certificate
Course in Yoga for Protocol Instructor (CCYPI)
Note: There is not any age limit for admission
in yoga courses.
Features:
- 8
Departments
- Affiliated
to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
- Accredited
by NABH
- Well
qualified faculty
- Library,
Laboratories and state of the art infrastructure.
Some jobs for Yoga:
- Yoga Instructor
- Yoga Therapist
- Yoga Advisor
- Yoga Specialist
- Yoga Practitioner
- Yoga Teacher
- Research Officer- Yoga and Naturopathy
- Yoga Aerobic Instructor
- Yoga Consultant
- Publication Officer (Yoga)
- Yoga Manager
Recruiters:
- Government & Private Schools
- Yoga and Naturopathy colleges or institutions
- In Government and Private Hospital
- In Hotels
- Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy
- Centre Research Centers
- Resorts
virus. This is boosting employment opportunities for Yoga training.
Salary:
In India, the average salary of a Yoga Instructor is more than
10k per month. In abroad, they can get a good salary package in this field.