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YOGA (15-WEEK STUDIO)

DANCETQ 221 & 222

Spring 2025

(Level I & II #19214 & #19303)

Richard Crawford

Face-to-Face in Studio

Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:50PM to 8:15PM

Office Hours anytime Online, or before/after class by appointment at my Calendly link

Email Me for Information: crawforc@elac.edu

Course Description:

This Introductory Yoga course develops beginning and foundational skills for conditioning, flexibility, and endurance focusing on Yoga as an exercise technique. Yoga works on the development of the body/mind with specific Yoga postures, breathing techniques, change of habit practices, and relaxation exercises to obtain greater concentration, self-discipline, and improved physical, mental, and emotional health. The yogic system of exercise allows for different exercises to be modified in a range of difficulty from beginning to advanced. Intensity can be increased over time as the body conditions and adapts to the exercises. This is a Level I & II course, which examines practicing the beginning of a Yoga class, learning the components of a complete Yoga class, and applying Yogic lifestyle skills.

            This is an Activities Course and a high level of Participation (70% or more) is essential to Pass the course. Participation is measured by Attendance weekly, as well as homework Activity each week. Online (Synchronous) Zoom meetings and face-to-face meetings also account for Participation, and occasional  check-in meetings are encouraged: Calendly Scheduler.

Decide how to earn 25 to 30 points in each Outcomes area, to fulfill all the Learning Outcomes (See Skills Developed in This Course, below)

Student Learning Outcomes:

1.   Demonstrate a marked improvement in flexibility throughout the semester.

●        The skill of combining Breathing exercises with Yoga exercises naturally increases Flexibility, which can be recognized through Position Accuracy.

2.       Demonstrate the mastery of combinations of specific movement exercises delivered throughout the semester.

●        The skill of performing movement with Precision requires Concentrationa nd considerable Effort.

3.       Articulate terminology directly related to this type of dance technique; recognize the qualities as related to the five components which make this type of dance technique uniquely different from other types.

●        The technique of combining Asanas into safe and effective sequences with the best benefits of the exercises requires Core Awareness skills. Reflecting on and discussing Yoga Skills leads to improvement in technique.

Skills Developed in This Course

1.      Basic Yoga Skills (45 possible points)

Develop the skills and practical knowledge necessary to continue to practice Yoga on a regular basis anywhere.

○       Participation (30 points)

   Synchronous Online

1.      Zoom Meetings with Crawford (5 suggested points)

   Asynchronous

1.      Written Self-Reflection Journal Entries (10 points)

   Write weekly reflections in your Journal for collection at each Exam time.

○       Syllabus Survey (5 points)

2.      Yoga Lifestyle Skills (35 possible points)

Demonstrate a marked improvement in flexibility throughout the semester.

Demonstrate the mastery of combinations of specific movement exercises delivered throughout the semester.

○   ○   First Movement Exam: Pre-warmup & Warmup sequences (5 points)

      Week 4 March 6, 2025

○   Midterm Exam: Warm-up & Sun Salutation sequences (10 points)

   Week 8 April 3, 2025

○   Group Yoga Sutras Workout: Yoga Sequencing (10 points)

      Week 12 May 8, 2025

○   Final Exam: Warmup, Standing & Seated sequences (10 points)

      Week 16 June 3, 2025

3.      Writing About Yoga Skills (30 possible points)

Articulate terminology directly related to this type of dance technique; recognize the qualities as related to the five components which make this type of dance technique uniquely different from other types.

○       Written Self-Reflections About Yoga Practice (10 points)

    Due on exam day, each exam.

○        Group Yoga Sutras Workout Group Evaluation Form (20 points)

    Due on third  exam day, only.

Course Objective:

Develop the skills and practical knowledge necessary to continue to practice Yoga on a regular basis anywhere.

Grade Scale:

Letter Grading Scale: 70% of 100pts. is Benchmark for “C-Passing”

90–100=A; 80–89=B; 70–79=C; 60–69=D; Below 59=F

Special Considerations/Preparation

Sacred Space (the Yoga practice space):

As you enter your Yoga space, your practice begins. Focus on being here and now. Begin your practice with a Pre-Warm-up & Warm-up activity every time to help you develop your one-pointed consciousness and to prepare you for a safe practice session. I will take attendance each time you join me for a synchronous practice session on Zoom; you will submit a self-reflection each time you practice Yoga both synchronously & asynchronously. Please pay close attention to your special equipment for Yoga.

A Yoga Kit  is perfect for your practice; a mat is required, and a blanket or pillow, a towel, and a bottle of water are recommended. You should use a notebook during your practice to write your own thoughts about what you are doing, in order to Submit a Self-Reflection each time. As people interested in movement, we need to practice the movement often; I hope you begin to practice Yoga more on your own with the assistance of me or the online resources I have provided for your practice this semester. I will see your efforts at increasing flexibility and trying to learn to control your body through your Video Exam Submissions, every four weeks. Please Submit Videos for each of the exams. For your best grade, achieve at least 27 (90% of 30) Participation Points, including 10 Written Self-Reflection Journal Entries.

DSP&S (Diversabilities Support Program & Services):

If you are a student with a disability requiring online accommodations, please contact your instructor and DSP&S here at ELAC.  Accommodations are provided for students with disabilities by the DSP&S Office.

(Room: E1-160, Tel: (323) 265-8787, URL: https://www.elac.edu/Student-Services/DSP-S)

Finding your Path:

Find your path to fulfilling careers and/or transfer opportunities. The career and transfer programs at ELAC are organized into 8 Career and Academic Pathways (CAPs), according to areas of interest. Explore pathways within an interest area to see what program is best for you. Each degree/certificate program has an Academic Map, a tool for you to plan your pathway with a Counselor. The Academic Map also has information about scheduling, pre-requisites, career and transfer options, and recommendations from the department. Meet with a Counselor at each step in your academic journey to find your path, stay on your path and complete your goals at ELAC.

To explore the CAPS and Academic Maps, go to the ELAC website at: http://elac.edu/Explore/Career-and-Academic-Pathways

To meet with a Counselor, make an appointment at:

https://www.elac.edu/Student-Services/Academic-Counseling

To meet with a Career Counselor, make an appointment at:

http://elac.edu/Student-Services/Career-and-Job-Services

Course Summary:

Friday, February 14

Quiz

 TO-DO 1: Orientation Syllabus Survey

due by 11:59pm

March 6, 2025 (FIRST EXAM DAY)

Assignment

 TO-DO 1: Warmup WRITTEN SELF REFLECTIONS First Four Weeks of Journal Entries #1 of 4: Yoga Practice Warmup Asanas Observation Entries

due at Exam

MOVEMENT EXAM ONE

 EXAM 1: Warmup: Pre-Warmup, Dedication of Merit and Warmup

April 3, 2025 (MIDTERM EXAM DAY)

Assignment

 TO-DO 2: Sun Salutation WRITTEN SELF REFLECTIONS Second Four Weeks of Journal Entries #2 of 4: Yoga Practice Sun Salutation & Balances Asanas Observation Entries

due at Exam

MOVEMENT MIDTERM EXAM

 EXAM 2: Complete Warmup: Sun Salutation & Balances Asanas

May 8, 2025 (THIRD EXAM DAY)

Assignment

 TO-DO 3: Sun Salutation WRITTEN SELF REFLECTIONS Third Four Weeks of Journal Entries #3 of 4: Yoga Practice Standing & Seated Asanas Observation Entries

due at Exam

THIRD MOVEMENT EXAM

 EXAM 3: PRESENTATION Group Project

Peer Assessment Form

 COMPLETE EXAM 3: Formative PRESENTATION DISCUSSION: Review The Group Presentations

due at Exam

June 3, 2025 (FINAL EXAM DAY)

Assignment

 TO-DO 4: Sun Salutation WRITTEN SELF REFLECTIONS Fourth & Final Four Weeks of Journal Entries #4 of 4: Yoga Practice Finishing Asanas Observation Entries

due at Exam

MOVEMENT FINAL EXAM

 EXAM 4: Complete Yoga Class