Certificate in the Science of Yoga for Sports

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Hybrid Online + 01 Day Workshop

Duration

02 Months

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Course Type

Hybrid Online + 01 Day Workshop

Duration

02 Months

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Elevate your expertise in human performance and recovery with the Certificate in the Science of Yoga for Sports. This continuing education program, presented in collaboration with ISST Pune and certified by The Institute of Yoga Sports Science® (YSS) with Yoga Alliance, offers a scientifically grounded introduction to applying yoga principles for athletes. Drawing on YSS’s pioneering methodologies, you will explore the intersection of yoga and sports science to understand how tailored yoga practices can enhance athletic performance, support injury prevention and recovery, and improve mental resilience. Designed for professionals and individuals with existing foundational knowledge in yoga or sports/fitness, this certificate is a crucial step in developing the specialized skills needed to work effectively with the athletic population.

Through this Certificate in the Science of Yoga for Sports, you will gain specialized knowledge and a scientific understanding of how to effectively integrate yoga into the world of athletics. The curriculum is designed to provide you with the foundational expertise to work with athletes and enhance their performance and well-being. Key learning areas include:

The Scientific Foundations: Delve into the relevant anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology that underpin how yoga impacts athletic movement and physical function.
Sport-Specific Application: Learn how to analyze the unique demands of different sports and tailor yoga practices to meet the specific needs of athletes in those disciplines.
Injury Prevention and Recovery: Understand how to utilize yoga techniques to help athletes reduce the risk of common injuries and support their physical recovery process.
The Power of Breath and Mind: Explore the science and practice of breathwork and mindfulness techniques derived from yoga and their application in improving athletes’ focus, managing stress, and enhancing mental resilience.
Evidence-Based Practice: Gain an introduction to the research in the field of yoga sports science and learn how to apply an evidence-informed approach to your work with athletes.
Fundamentals of Program Adaptation: Develop skills in modifying traditional yoga practices to make them safe and effective for athletic populations with varying needs and abilities.

Course Aims:

Upon completion of the Certificate in the Science of Yoga for Sports, you will gain foundational knowledge to:

Understand the scientific principles behind applying yoga for athletic populations, including relevant anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology.
Learn how to analyze the specific physical and mental demands of various sports.
Explore techniques for incorporating yoga to support injury prevention and the recovery process in athletes.
Gain an introduction to designing and adapting yoga practices for sport-specific needs.
Understand the role of mind-body techniques from yoga in enhancing athletic focus and performance.
Develop a science-informed perspective on integrating yoga into sports training programs.

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Chief Faculty

Hayley Winter

Hayley Winter is the founder of The Institute of Yoga Sports Science®, a Yoga Sports Scientist, and an experienced yoga educator with 30 years in the field.

Inspired by overcoming a congenital condition, she became a dancer and later a pioneer in applying yoga science to sports after a career-ending injury.
Hayley developed evidence-based methodologies and training programs, bridging the gap between yoga and sports science.
She is dedicated to teaching professionals how to enhance athletic performance and well-being through specialized yoga techniques.

About ISST

ISST, founded on October 26, 2008, is the centre for sports & fitness education. ISST is the first institute in India to provide courses in sports education & sports management education. Modern sport covers a broad range of areas, be it ethics, medicine, technology, finance, law, education, or sociology, to name a few.

At the beginning of a new era, the sport is in urgent need of highly competent, well-trained, and experienced sports administrators. ISST, with its modern course structure, will provide a launchpad for those who wish to pursue a career in the field of sports.

About YSS

The Institute of Yoga Sports Science® is a global leader and pioneer in the field of science-based yoga for athletes. With decades of experience, YSS has successfully bridged the gap between traditional yoga and modern sports science, developing evidence-based methodologies to enhance athletic performance, prevent injuries, and optimize recovery. Renowned for their rigorous research, including one of the world’s largest databases on yoga’s impact in sport, YSS empowers professionals with the specialized knowledge to confidently apply yoga principles in athletic environments worldwide. Learn more at their global site.

FAQ's

This certificate focuses on the scientific principles and practical applications of integrating yoga into sports training and athlete care to enhance performance, prevent injuries, and aid recovery.

No, this is a continuing education certificate. It is designed for individuals who already have a foundational background (such as certified yoga instructors or sports/fitness professionals) and wish to specialize in applying yoga within a sports science context. It does not, on its own, qualify you to teach yoga or serve as a primary certification.

This certificate is designed for certified yoga instructors looking to specialize, sports coaches, fitness professionals, therapists, and individuals with a foundational understanding of either yoga or sports science who are interested in applying yoga for athletes.

While general yoga training provides foundational knowledge of yoga, this certificate specifically focuses on the scientific rationale and practical application of yoga techniques tailored to the unique physical and mental demands of athletic performance and recovery.

The Institute of Yoga Sports Science® is a leader in science-based yoga for sports, providing the core methodology and expertise. Yoga Alliance is a globally recognized body that sets standards for yoga education. Their certification of this program adds significant credibility to the specialized training received.

The collaboration with ISST Pune, a respected institute in sports science and technology, brings in valuable expertise from the sports science field, enriching the program with a comprehensive perspective on athlete training, performance, and recovery alongside the yoga science principles taught by YSS.

A foundational understanding or existing qualification in either yoga (e.g., 200-hour yoga teacher training) or a sports/fitness related field is typically beneficial to gain the most from this specialized certificate.

Completing this certificate provides you with specialized knowledge to enhance your existing skills, understand the science behind yoga for sports, and begin applying these techniques to support athletes, opening doors to potential career specialization in this niche field.

The program is likely delivered through an online format, potentially with a combination of pre-recorded content and live sessions. The specific duration would be outlined in the official course details.

This certificate provides the foundational knowledge in the science of yoga for sports. Working with professional athletes typically requires further experience, specialization, and building a professional reputation. However, this certificate is a significant step towards developing the expertise needed for such roles.