Information Package

Program of Exercise and Sport Sciences

SPS386

YOGA

Course Code
SPS386
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Learn basic concepts of yoga and have general knowledge of yoga.
  2. Learn basic movements of yoga.
  3. Experience the contribution of yoga to the physical and mental integrity of the individual.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsSPS143 HUMAN ANATOMY AND KINESIOLOGY
Course DescriptionPractices based on definition, history, philosophy, asana and breathing exercises.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Yoga introduction, yoga philosophy, yoga styles
2nd Week Asanas, Sun/Moon Salutations
3rd Week Standing positions, Front Bents / Variations-Adjustments
4th Week Back Bents / Variations-Adjustments
5th Week Yoga practice
6th Week Yoga practice
7th Week MIDTERM EXAM
8th Week Pranayamas, Breathing Exercises / Meditation
9th Week Yin Yoga
10th Week Yoga Practices (Karma Classes / Vinyasa Yoga & Hatha Yoga & Yin Yoga & Meditation)
11th Week Yoga Practices (Karma Classes / Vinyasa Yoga & Hatha Yoga & Yin Yoga & Meditation)
12th Week Student Practices
13th Week Student Practices
14th Week Student Practices
15th Week
Recommended or Required ReadingMatthews, A. (2019). Yoga Anatomy, Aura.
Bell, R. (2007). Simple Yoga Techniques, Arkadaş.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • - Lecture (%)15
  • - Command method (%)15
  • - Practice method (%)30
  • - Paired practice meth (%)10
  • - Participate method (%)30
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 12
Practice 3 62
Oral Exam 2 13
Total(%) 87
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 87
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 13
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz 3 2 6
Individual or group work 2 3 6
Preparation for Final exam 1 6 6
Course hours 15 4 60
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 5 5
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 4 4
Homework 3 1 3
Total Work Load91
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3.03
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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