Online Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom Display Title Yoga Therapy Applied in Medical Settings Subtitle Required Part of the KSIYT 800-Hour Professional Yoga Therapist Program Shelly Prosko Catherine Justice Ellen Schaeffer See all presenters Body Online ImmersionFor students who have completed Foundations of Yoga Therapy, Part 1 & 2, In-Depth Anatomy of Asana, and Practicum Immersion.In this module, students gain fundamental knowledge of many of the more common manifestations of disease in the West, including metabolic syndrome and diabetes, autoimmune disorders, respiratory illnesses such as asthma and COPD, and Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. This overview, guided by medical experts, is followed by sessions devoted to the use of therapeutic yoga tools and applications to promote well-being among these populations. Using case studies and live demonstrations, students gain a thorough understanding of the scope of practice for yoga therapy in medical settings while learning how to skillfully navigate the world of Western medicine as an alternative wellness practitioner. Upon completion of this training, you will be able to: Access and utilize medical research related to the field of Yoga Therapy and create sessions based on this knowledge.Understand and describe common manifestations of Western diseases including common symptoms, management, illness trajectories, and contraindications as relevant to the work of a yoga therapist.Become familiar with the common medical terminology necessary to understand these conditions and collaborate with other health care providers.Understand the influence of familial, social, cultural, and religious conditioning in the medical perspective related to these common illnesses.Interface with the Western medical system as a yoga therapist on these issues.Create a therapeutic plan for a variety of conditions based on the intake and assessment through the lens of the five koshas—a physical, mental, and energetic approach to viewing an individual, rooted in a yogic system of healing and wholeness. This course fulfills 75 hours in a combination of asynchronous recordings and online synchronous sessions. These hours are applied toward the 800-hour Professional Yoga Therapist Training Program accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists.NOTE: You will have access to the video recording(s) for 30 days after the program ends. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session. Find out more about Kripalu's 800-Hour Professional Yoga Therapist Program. Sidebar Navigation Prerequisites Prerequisites The prerequisite for this module is successful completion of KSIYT Foundations (Part 1 and 2), In-Depth Anatomy of Asana, and enrollment in the 800hour Yoga Therapy track. Schedule Schedule ONLINE SYNCHRONOUSWednesday, October 225:00–8:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSWednesday, October 22–Friday, October 31Approx. 13 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, November 19:00 am–12:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSSaturday, November 1–Friday, November 7Approx. 9 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, November 89:00 am–12:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSSaturday, November 8–Friday, November 14Approx. 13 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, November 159:00 am–12:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSSaturday, November 15–Friday, December 5Approx. 11 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, December 69:00 am–12:00 pm2:00–5:00 pm Sunday, December 79:00–11:00 am Saturday, December 139:00 am–12:00 pm2:00–5:00 pm5:30–6:30 pm FAQs Is financial aid or scholarship support available? Yes—Kripalu offers limited scholarships and payment plans for most Schools programs. Applying early is recommended since funds are competitive.Explore Scholarships What’s the time commitment? Kripalu Schools trainings are educational and designed for continued education. On campus trainings: Intensive daily schedule, often 6:30 am–8 pm with breaks. Hybrid/online programs: Blend of live sessions, self-paced study, and assignments between modules. What’s the difference between on campus and online formats? On-campus immersions are immersive, and include meals/room/ground access. Online and hybrid options offer greater flexibility, but still require full participation in live classes, group work, and homework. Are Kripalu certifications recognized nationally or internationally? Yes. Kripalu Yoga Teacher Training is Yoga Alliance–approved. Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy programs meet professional standards and eligibility requirements for relevant credentialing boards. Presenter(s) Shelly Prosko Presenter Read Bio Catherine Justice Presenter Read Bio Ellen Schaeffer Faculty Read Bio Tam Terry Presenter Read Bio Book Now October 22–December 13, 2025 Starting at $1,134 Per person APPLY NOW Online terms and conditions Jump To... Overview Prerequisites Schedule FAQs Presenter(s)
Schedule ONLINE SYNCHRONOUSWednesday, October 225:00–8:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSWednesday, October 22–Friday, October 31Approx. 13 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, November 19:00 am–12:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSSaturday, November 1–Friday, November 7Approx. 9 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, November 89:00 am–12:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSSaturday, November 8–Friday, November 14Approx. 13 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, November 159:00 am–12:00 pmASYNCHRONOUS RECORDINGSSaturday, November 15–Friday, December 5Approx. 11 hoursONLINE SYNCHRONOUSSaturday, December 69:00 am–12:00 pm2:00–5:00 pm Sunday, December 79:00–11:00 am Saturday, December 139:00 am–12:00 pm2:00–5:00 pm5:30–6:30 pm
Is financial aid or scholarship support available? Yes—Kripalu offers limited scholarships and payment plans for most Schools programs. Applying early is recommended since funds are competitive.Explore Scholarships
What’s the time commitment? Kripalu Schools trainings are educational and designed for continued education. On campus trainings: Intensive daily schedule, often 6:30 am–8 pm with breaks. Hybrid/online programs: Blend of live sessions, self-paced study, and assignments between modules.
What’s the difference between on campus and online formats? On-campus immersions are immersive, and include meals/room/ground access. Online and hybrid options offer greater flexibility, but still require full participation in live classes, group work, and homework.
Are Kripalu certifications recognized nationally or internationally? Yes. Kripalu Yoga Teacher Training is Yoga Alliance–approved. Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy programs meet professional standards and eligibility requirements for relevant credentialing boards.
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