Thanks to this Professional master’s degree, you will be aware of the latest developments in Therapeutic Yoga and its application in high competition athletes"

Elite athletes such as Novak Djokovic, Lebron James or Robert Lewandowski practice yoga because of its physical benefits such as joint protection, improved flexibility or increased lung capacity. However, the reduction of pain or breathing control have a positive impact on people suffering from degenerative diseases such, scoliosis, knee malalignment, lumbago or sciatica.

Scientific research has supported the exercises of Therapeutic Yoga to achieve not only that the person stays in shape, but also to address certain physical and psychological pathologies. Given this reality, the professional in the world of sports cannot remain oblivious to the developments that are occurring in this field. That is why this Professional master’s degree is taught by specialists with extensive experience who will show you the new trends in this method, the main concepts of biomechanics and its clinical application.  

For this, the students will have multimedia teaching resources that will lead to delve into the application of asana techniques and their integration, planning and prescription of exercises according to the characteristics of the person and their ailments. Likewise, the case studies provided by the experts of this program will be very useful for their integration in their daily work. 

In addition, the graduate will have at their disposal exclusive masterclasses of this program, taught by an international teacher with extensive experience in the specific instruction to yoga teachers. These lessons will review the main advances, techniques, exercise programs and developments in this discipline. All this with a practical approach and very useful for inclusion in the daily work.

In addition, this Professional master’s degree in Sports Sciences features the participation of a renowned international teacher specialized in Therapeutic Yoga. Through exclusive masterclasses, students will have the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in topics such as the neurophysiological bases of meditative techniques, the application of asana techniques and their integration, and the most common pathologies treated in Therapeutic Yoga. All this will be taught by one of the most prominent figures in this field, which guarantees an enriching and quality learning experience for all professionals in the field of sports.

You have detailed videos and clinical cases so that you do not miss a beat in the latest techniques of Therapeutic Yoga applied in patients with low back problems"

This Professional master’s degree in Therapeutic Yoga contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include: 

• Case studies presented by Yoga experts 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

A university program with which you will be able to delve deeper into the biomechanics of standing asanas"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals in the field who contribute their work experience to this degree as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.   

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

This is a 100% online program designed for professionals who are looking for a university program that is compatible with their work responsibilities"

Garbiñe Muguruza, Pau Gasol or David Beckham include yoga in their daily practice. Incorporate the latest exercises into your programs for recovering athletes"

The curriculum of this program has been developed by a specialized teaching team that has developed a syllabus designed to provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date content on Therapeutic Yoga in Physical Activity and Sport. A program where, in addition to finding innovative pedagogical material, students will be able to advance in a much more natural way, thanks to the Relearning system. A methodology that reduces the long hours of study and that will allow the professional to delve quickly through the integration of yoga in patients with mental health problems, disability, obesity and the most used asanas today.

The Relearning system used by TECH will allow you to reduce the long hours of study"

Module 1. Structure of the Locomotor System 

1.1. Anatomical Position, Axes and Planes 

1.1.1. Basic anatomy and physiology of the human body 
1.1.2. Anatomic position 
1.1.3. Body axes 
1.1.4. Anatomical planes 

1.2. Bone 

1.2.1. Bone anatomy of the human body 
1.2.2. Bone structure and function 
1.2.3. Different types of bones and their relationship to posture and movement 
1.2.4. The relationship between the skeletal system and the muscular system 

1.3. Joints 

1.3.1. Anatomy and physiology of the joints of the human body 
1.3.2. Different Types of Joints 
1.3.3. The role of joints in posture and movement 
1.3.4. The most common joint injuries and how to prevent them 

1.4. Cartilage 

1.4.1. Anatomy and physiology of the cartilage of the human body 
1.4.2. Different types of cartilage and their function in the body 
1.4.3. The role of cartilage in joints and mobility 
1.4.4. The most common cartilage injuries and their prevention 

1.5. Tendons and Ligaments 

1.5.1. Anatomy and physiology of tendons and ligaments of the human body 
1.5.2. Different types of tendons and ligaments and their function in the body 
1.5.3. The role of tendons and ligaments in posture and movement. 
1.5.4. Most common tendon and ligament injuries and how to prevent them 

1.6. Skeletal Muscle 

1.6.1. Anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system of the human body 
1.6.2. The relationship between muscles and bones in posture and movement. 
1.6.3. The role of fascia in the musculoskeletal system and its relationship to the practice of therapeutic yoga 
1.6.4. The most common muscle injuries and how to prevent them 

1.7. Development of the Musculoskeletal System 

1.7.1. Embryonic and fetal development of the musculoskeletal system 
1.7.2. Growth and development of the musculoskeletal system in childhood and adolescence.
1.7.3. Musculoskeletal changes associated with aging 
1.7.4. Development and adaptation of the musculoskeletal system to physical activity and training

1.8. Components of the Musculoskeletal System 

1.8.1. Anatomy and physiology of skeletal muscles and their relationship to the practice of therapeutic yoga. 
1.8.2. The role of bones in the musculoskeletal system and their relationship to posture and movement. 
1.8.3. The function of the joints in the musculoskeletal system and how to take care of them during the practice of therapeutic yoga 
1.8.4. The role of fascia and other connective tissues in the musculoskeletal system and their relationship to the practice of therapeutic yoga 

1.9. Nervous Control of Skeletal Muscles 

1.9.1. Anatomy and physiology of the nervous system and its relationship to the practice of therapeutic yoga 
1.9.2. The role of the nervous system in muscle contraction and movement control 
1.9.3. The relationship between the nervous system and the musculoskeletal system in posture and movement during the practice of therapeutic yoga 
1.9.4. The importance of neuromuscular control for injury prevention and performance enhancement during the practice of therapeutic yoga 

1.10. Muscle Contraction 

1.10.1. Anatomy and physiology of muscle contraction and its relationship to the practice of therapeutic yoga 
1.10.2. The different types of muscle contraction and their application during the practice of therapeutic yoga 
1.10.3. The role of neuromuscular activation in muscle contraction and its relationship to the practice of therapeutic yoga 
1.10.4. The importance of stretching and muscle strengthening in injury prevention and performance enhancement during the practice of therapeutic yoga 

Module 2. Spine and Limbs 

2.1. The Muscular System 

2.1.1. Muscle: Functional unit 
2.1.2. Types of muscles 
2.1.3. Tonic and phasic muscles 
2.1.4. Isometric and isotonic contraction and its relevance in the styles of Yoga 

2.2. Nervous system 

2.2.1. Neurons: Functional unit 
2.2.2. Central Nervous System: Brain and Spinal Cord 
2.2.3. Somatic peripheral nervous system: Nerves 
2.2.4. Autonomic peripheral nervous system: Sympathetic and Parasympathetic 

2.3. Skeletal System 

2.3.1. Osteocyte: Functional unit 
2.3.2. Axial and appendicular skeleton 
2.3.3. Tendons 
2.3.4. Ligaments 

2.4. Spine 

2.4.1. Evolution of the spine and functions 
2.4.2. Structure 
2.4.3. Vertebra type 
2.4.4. Spine movements 

2.5. Cervical and Dorsal Region 

2.5.1. Cervical vertebrae: typical and atypical 
2.5.2. Dorsal vertebrae 
2.5.3. Major muscles of the cervical region 
2.5.4. Major muscles of the dorsal region 

2.6. Lumbar Region 

2.6.1. Lumbar vertebrae 
2.6.2. Sacrum 
2.6.3. Coccyx 
2.6.4. Major muscles 

2.7. Pelvis 

2.7.1. Anatomy: Difference between male and female pelvis 
2.7.2. Two key concepts: Anteversion and retroversion 
2.7.3. Major muscles 
2.7.4. Pelvic floor 

2.8. Upper Limbs 

2.8.1. Shoulder joint 
2.8.2. Rotator cuff muscles 
2.8.3. Arm, elbow and forearm 
2.8.4. Major muscles 

2.9. Lower Limbs 

2.9.1. Coxofemoral joint 
2.9.2. Knee: Tibiofemoral and patellofemoral joint 
2.9.3. Knee ligaments and meniscus 
2.9.4. Major muscles of the leg 

2.10. Diaphragm and core 

2.10.1. Anatomy of the diaphragm 
2.10.2. Diaphragm and breathing 
2.10.3. Core muscles 
2.10.4. Core and its importance in Yoga 

Module 3. Application of Asana Techniques and their Integration 

3.1. Asana 

3.1.1. Definition of asana 
3.1.2. Asana in Yoga sutras 
3.1.3. Deeper purpose of asanas 
3.1.4. Asanas and alignment 

3.2. Principle of minimum action 

3.2.1. Sthira Sukham Asanam 
3.2.2. How to apply this concept in practice? 
3.2.3. Theory of the gunas 
3.2.4. Influence of the gunas in practice 

3.3. Standing asanas 

3.3.1. The importance of standing asanas 
3.3.2. How to practice them 
3.3.3. Benefits 
3.3.4. Contraindications and considerations 

3.4. Sitting and supine asanas 

3.4.1. Importance of sitting asanas 
3.4.2. Sitting asanas for meditation 
3.4.3. Supine asanas: Definition 
3.4.4. Benefits of supine postures 

3.5. Stretching asanas 

3.5.1. Why is stretching important? 
3.5.2. How to practice them safely 
3.5.3. Benefits 
3.5.4. Contraindications 

3.6. Flexion asanas 

3.6.1. Importance of spinal flexion 
3.6.2. Implementation 
3.6.3. Benefits 
3.6.4. Most frequent errors and how to avoid them 

3.7. Twisting asanas: Twists 

3.7.1. Mechanics of twisting 
3.7.2. How to perform them correctly 
3.7.3. Physiological benefits 
3.7.4. Contraindications 

3.8. Asanas in lateral bending 

3.8.1. Importance 
3.8.2. Benefits 
3.8.3. Most common mistakes 
3.8.4. Contraindications 

3.9. Importance of counterpostures 

3.9.1. What are they? 
3.9.2. When to perform them 
3.9.3. Benefits during practice 
3.9.4. Most commonly used counterpostures 

3.10. Bandhas 

3.10.1. Definition 
3.10.2. Main bandhas 
3.10.3. When to use them 
3.10.4. Bandhas and therapeutic yoga 

Module 4. Analysis of the Main Standing Asanas 

4.1. Tadasana  
4.2. Sun Salutation  
4.3. Standing Asanas  
4.4. Spinal Flexion Standing Asanas  
4.5. Lateral Flexion Asanas  
4.6. Balance Asanas  
4.7. Prone Position Extensions  
4.8. Extensions   
4.9. Twists  
4.10. Hips

Module 5. Breakdown of the Main Floor Asanas and Adaptations with Supports

5.1. Main Floor Asanas  
5.2. Supine Push-ups  
5.3. Twists and Lateral Bends  
5.4. Closing Asanas  
5.5. Inverted  
5.6. Blocks  
5.7. Belt  
5.8. Asanas in Chair   
5.9. Yoga in Chair   
5.10. Restorative Asanas 

Module 6. Most Common Pathologies 

6.1. Spine Pathologies  

6.1.1. Protusions 
6.1.2. Hernias 
6.1.3. Hyperlordosis 
6.1.4. Rectifications 

6.2. Degenerative Diseases 

6.2.1. Arthrosis 
6.2.2. Muscular dystrophy 
6.2.3. Osteoporosis 
6.2.4. Spondylosis 

6.3. Lumbago and Sciatica 

6.3.1. Low back pain 
6.3.2. Sciatica 
6.3.3. Pyramidal syndrome 
6.3.4. Trochanteritis 

6.4. Scoliosis 

6.4.1. Understanding scoliosis 
6.4.2. Types 
6.4.3. What to do 
6.4.4. Things to avoid 

6.5. Knee malalignment 

6.5.1. Genu Valgum 
6.5.2. Genu Varum 
6.5.3. Genu Flexum 
6.5.4. Genu Recurvatum 

6.6. Shoulder and Elbow 

6.6.1. Bursitis 
6.6.2. Subacromial syndrome 
6.6.3. Epicondylitis 
6.6.4. Golfer's elbow 

6.7. Knees 

6.7.1. Patellofemoral pain 
6.7.2. Chondropathy 
6.7.3. Meniscus tears 
6.7.4. Goosefoot tendinitis 

6.8. Wrists and Ankles 

6.8.1. Carpal tunnel 
6.8.2. Sprains 
6.8.3. Bunions 
6.8.4. Flat foot and cavus foot 

6.9. Postural bases 

6.9.1. Different planes 
6.9.2. Plumb technique 
6.9.3. Upper crossed syndrome 
6.9.4. Lower crossed syndrome 

6.10. Autoimmune Diseases 

6.10.1. Definition 
6.10.2. Lupus 
6.10.3. Crohn’s disease 
6.10.4. Arthritis 

Module 7. Fascial System 

7.1. Fascia

7.1.1. History 
7.1.2. Fascia vs. Aponeurosis 
7.1.3. Types 
7.1.4. Functions 

7.2. Types of mechanoreceptors and their importance in the different styles of Yoga 

7.2.1. Importance 
7.2.2. Golgi 
7.2.3. Paccini 
7.2.4. Ruffini 

7.3. Myofascial Chains 

7.3.1. Definition 
7.3.2. Importance in Yoga 
7.3.3. Concept of tensegrity 
7.3.4. The three diaphragms 

7.4. SBL: Superficial Back Line 

7.4.1. Definition 
7.4.2. Anatomical pathways 
7.4.3. Passive postures 
7.4.4. Active postures 

7.5. SFL: Superficial Front Line 

7.5.1. Definition 
7.5.2. Anatomical pathways 
7.5.3. Passive postures 
7.5.4. Active postures 

7.6. LL: Lateral Line 

7.6.1. Definition 
7.6.2. Anatomical pathways 
7.6.3. Passive postures 
7.6.4. Active postures 

7.7. SL: Spiral Line 

7.7.1. Definition 
7.7.2. Anatomical pathways 
7.7.3. Passive postures 
7.7.4. Active postures 

7.8. Functional Lines 

7.8.1. Definition 
7.8.2. Anatomical pathways 
7.8.3. Passive postures 
7.8.4. Active postures 

7.9. Arm Lines 

7.9.1. Definition 
7.9.2. Anatomical pathways 
7.9.3. Passive postures 
7.9.4. Active postures 

7.10. Main Imbalances 

7.10.1. Ideal pattern 
7.10.2. Flexion and stretching group 
7.10.3. Opening and closing group 
7.10.4. Inspiratory and expiratory pattern 

Module 8. Yoga in The Human Life Cycle 

8.1. Childhood 

8.1.1. Why is it important? 
8.1.2. Benefits 
8.1.3. What is a class like? 
8.1.4. Example of adapted sun salutation 

8.2. Women and Menstrual Cycle 

8.2.1. Menstrual phase 
8.2.2. Follicular phase 
8.2.3. Ovulatory phase 
8.2.4. Luteal phase 

8.3. Yoga and Menstrual Cycle

8.3.1. Follicular phase sequence 
8.3.2. Ovulatory phase sequence 
8.3.3. Luteal phase sequence 
8.3.4. Sequence during menstruation 

8.4. Menopause 

8.4.1. General considerations 
8.4.2. Physical and hormonal changes 
8.4.3. Benefits of the practice 
8.4.4. Recommended asanas 

8.5. Pregnancy 

8.5.1. Why practice it 
8.5.2. First quarter asanas 
8.5.3. Second quarter asanas 
8.5.4. Third quarter asanaa 

8.6. Postpartum 

8.6.1. Physical benefits 
8.6.2. Mental benefits 
8.6.3. General recommendations 
8.6.4. Practice with the baby 

8.7. Old Age 

8.7.1. Main pathologies that we will encounter 
8.7.2. Benefits 
8.7.3. General considerations 
8.7.4. Contraindications 

8.8. Physical Disability 

8.8.1. Brain damage 
8.8.2. Spinal cord damage 
8.8.3. Muscle damage 
8.8.4. How to design a class

8.9. Sensory Disability 

8.9.1. Hearing 
8.9.2. Visual 
8.9.3. Sensory 
8.9.4. How to design a sequence 

8.10. General considerations of the most frequent disabilities that we will encounter 

8.10.1. Down syndrome 
8.10.2. Autism 
8.10.3. Cerebral palsy 
8.10.4. Intellectual development disorder 

Module 9. Respiratory Techniques   

9.1. Pranayama  
9.2. Types of breathing
9.3. Purification of the pranic energy conduits or nadis   
9.4. Inhalation: Puraka  
9.5. Exhalation: Rechaka  
9.6. Retentions: Kumbakha  
9.7. Purifying Pranayamas:  
9.8. Stimulating and Refreshing Pranayamas   
9.9. Regenerative Pranayamas   
9.10. Mudras 

Module 10. Meditation and Relaxation Techniques  

10.1. Mantras   
10.2. Internal aspects of Yoga  
10.3. Meditation  
10.4. Brain Waves  
10.5. Types of meditation  
10.6. Meditation techniques 1  
10.7. Meditation techniques 2  
10.8. Mindfulness
10.9. Relaxation/ Savasana
10.10. Yoga Nidra

Improving the lung capacity of athletes thanks to the application of the latest techniques of Therapeutic Yoga"