The skills you will acquire after the completion of this Internship program will guide you towards the correct implementation of the most innovative relaxation techniques”

Mindfulness is gaining more and more prominence in society. An example of this is that several companies are incorporating its techniques into their work environments to keep their team proactive. This meditation practice focuses on paying conscious attention without judgment to the present moment, so that the mind redirects thoughts. Among its many benefits is the ability to maintain mindfulness, which can translate into improved cognitive performance and a higher level of efficiency in all activities. 

This Internship program in Therapeutic Yoga offers an advanced update on the neurophysiological basis of relaxation and meditation. The graduates will have a 3-week intensive stay in prestige centers. These facilities have a team of experienced professionals who will support the graduates to provide them with a wide range of resources oriented to mantras, meditations and relaxation therapies. 

Throughout their on-site stay, graduates will be able to appreciate in a real scenario the most effective dynamics of meditation in order to incorporate them into their daily practice. In addition, they will be supported by an assistant tutor, who will guide them through the process of updating their knowledge. Therefore, professionals will be able to polish their skills with the firm objective of improving the quality of life of individuals. 

This academic itinerary is exclusive to TECH and you will be able to develop it at your own pace thanks to its 100% online Relearning methodology”

This university program includes a 3-week stay, from Monday to Friday with 8 consecutive hours of work with a team of professionals of reference in the discipline of Therapeutic Yoga. In this context, graduates will get to enter an innovative clinical environment, which puts its maximum dedication to the incorporation of advanced techniques to improve both the physical and emotional health of patients.  

In this completely practical Internship program, the activities are aimed at developing and perfecting the skills necessary to provide healthcare in areas and conditions that require highly qualified professionals, and are oriented towards specific expertise for practicing the activity, in a safe environment for the patient and with highly professional performance. 

The practical education will be carried out with the active participation of the student performing the activities and procedures of each area of competence (learning to learn and learning to do), with the accompaniment and guidance of teachers and other fellow trainees that facilitate teamwork and multidisciplinary integration as transversal competencies for the Therapeutic Yoga practice (learning to be and learning to relate).

The procedures described below will form the basis of the practical part of the internship, and their implementation is subject to both the suitability of the patients and the availability of the center and its workload, with the proposed activities being as follows:

Techniques for Strengthening the Locomotor System

• Apply postures such as Tadasana or Uttanasana to improve postural alignment and tone the muscles of the spine 
• Perform gentle stretching of all the muscles of the body to improve both flexibility and relieve existing tension
• Implement an equal distribution of load on the joints
• Perform abdominal Pranayama to optimize lung function and reduce stress

Implementation of Asana Postures to Address Specific Needs 

• Conduct a thorough assessment of the individual (including medical history, previous injuries, physical condition and personal goals)
• Adopt postures based on the individual's limitations, using props ranging from blocks to blankets to chairs, as well as variations in the depth of poses
• Introduce more challenging variations as patients gain strength, flexibility and confidence
• Regularly evaluate users' progress and adjust the practice plan to help them reach their therapeutic goals safely

Integration of Meditative and Relaxation Procedures

• Direct the users' attention to the different parts of the body, starting from the feet and moving slowly up to the head
• Apply breathing techniques based on the practice of Mindfulness, aimed at regulating the nervous system and calming the mind
• Perform smooth and fluid movements, such as sequences of movements coordinated with the breath
• Perform the Savasana posture at the end of the sessions, encouraging the port and mind to get ready to resume daily activity

Personalization of Therapies Adapted to the Different Evolutionary Moments

• Implement techniques such as Nadi Shodhana that help adolescents develop mindfulness, self-control and stress management skills
• Perform gentle stretching to ease the physical discomfort of pregnant women as they prepare their bodies for childbirth
• Perform gentle Asanas such as the modified Mountain Pose for older adults to improve their flexibility, mobility and muscle strength
• Adapt breathing techniques for people with sensory disabilities, inhaling and exhaling deeply while focusing on physical sensations in the abdomen

Make the most of this opportunity to surround yourself with expert professionals and learn from their work methodology”