85 Hours Prenatal Yoga Manual

85 hours

85-Hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Curriculum

01
Perinatal Anatomy & Physiology
15 Hours
- Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy
- The three trimesters and physical changes
- Hormonal changes during pregnancy
- Pelvic floor anatomy and function
- Postural and musculoskeletal changes
- Common discomforts during pregnancy
02
Prenatal Asana & Sequencing
25 Hours
- Safe prenatal asanas
- Modifications for each trimester
- Alignment and adjustments
- Use of yoga props
- Standing, seated, kneeling and restorative postures
- Warm-up and centering practices
- Safe transitions
- Savasana and relaxation
- Designing trimester-specific yoga sequences
03
Breathwork, Meditation, Mantra & Mudras
10 Hours
- Safe prenatal pranayama
- Breathing techniques for pregnancy
- Meditation for relaxation and emotional balance
- Mantra practices
- Prenatal mudras
- Preparation for labor through breath and relaxation
04
Birth Preparation & Labor
10 Hours
- Yoga practices for preparing for childbirth
- Breathing during labor
- Movement and positions during labor
- Pelvic mobility
- Relaxation techniques
- Partner-supported practices
05
Postnatal Yoga & Recovery
10 Hours
- Postpartum recovery
- Postnatal yoga modifications
- Pelvic floor recovery
- Core restoration
- Safe return to yoga after birth
- Mommy and baby yoga
- Postpartum relaxation and bonding
06
Safety, Contraindications & Scope of Practice
10 Hours
- Contraindications
- High-risk pregnancies
- Warning signs and when to stop practice
- Understanding the teacher's scope of practice
- Working alongside doctors and qualified healthcare professionals
- Safe teaching and appropriate referrals
07
Teaching Practicum & Assessment
5 Hours
- Teaching prenatal classes
- Class planning
- Sequencing practice
- Practical teaching assessment
- Final evaluation