Vedasamskriti Yoga Foundation

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life

CYAI International Certificate Course · Offered in India by VSYF

Yoga Concepts for Global Application

The science, philosophy and practical application of Yoga, taught live online by Dr. C. Rajan Narayanan.

15 Nov Course begins
9 Live sessions on Zoom
7:30 PM IST, Saturdays & Sundays
₹10,000 Course fee

Join the first class on 15 Nov. Don't like it? Get a full refund.

Refund requests by 20 Nov 2026 to vedasamskriti.yoga@gmail.com

About the Course

A systematic understanding of Yoga from both traditional and contemporary perspectives. This certificate course explores the philosophical foundations, scientific principles and practical applications of Yoga: its roots, the mechanisms of practice, breathwork, meditation and holistic application in life, drawing on key concepts from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras.

Vedasamskriti Yoga Foundation, an affiliate of CYAI, brings this internationally recognised certificate course to learners in India.

Sessions & Topics

9 live sessions on Zoom · 7:30–9:00 PM IST · 1.5 hrs each

  1. Sun 15 NovIntroduction and overview of the course
  2. Sat 21 NovWhat is Yoga? Roots, mechanism and application
  3. Sun 22 NovYoga Sutras of Patanjali in a nutshell
  4. Sat 28 NovAnatomy, physiology and power of breath, Part 1
  5. Sun 29 NovPower of breath, Part 2
  6. Sat 5 DecHatha Yoga
  7. Sun 6 DecMeditation and lifestyle practices
  8. Sat 12 DecTantra and higher realization
  9. Sun 13 DecPreparing to be an instructor

Who Should Attend

Seekers of Authentic Yoga

Anyone interested in authentic yoga philosophy and how to apply it in daily life.

Teachers & Therapists

Yoga teachers and therapists who want a deeper, systematic foundation for their work.

Certification Candidates

Practitioners preparing for the CYAI Patanjali Fundamentals Certification.

Course fee

₹10,000

For participants in India · Payable by 20 Nov 2026 via UPI

Register Now

How to Register

1

Fill the Form

Register with your name, email, location and mobile number.

2

Pay via UPI

Pay ₹10,000 to vedasamskriti@indianbk when you register, or after the first class. Payment is due by 20 Nov 2026.

3

Join on Zoom

Receive your Zoom link and reminder emails for every session.

UPI QR code for Vedasamskriti Yoga Foundation

UPI ID: vedasamskriti@indianbk
Please add your name in the payment note.
Questions? WhatsApp +91 74166 12266

Principal Faculty

Dr. C. Rajan Narayanan

Dr. C. Rajan Narayanan, PhD, AYTh (former C-IAYT) is Executive Director of Life in Yoga Institute and Secretary of the Board of CYAI. A spiritual guide and trainer of yoga teachers and therapists, he has conducted training events since 1998.

CYAI Certification

This course prepares you for the CYAI Patanjali Fundamentals Certification Exam on 19 to 20 Dec 2026, which validates foundational knowledge of yoga as outlined by Sage Patanjali.

OptionalSeparate feeDetails shared during the course

Course Textbook

Yoga Concepts for Global Application book cover

Yoga Concepts for Global Application is the official CYAI textbook for this course. It is purchased separately and is not included in the course fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this course for?

Anyone interested in authentic yoga philosophy and its application, and yoga teachers, therapists and practitioners preparing for the CYAI Patanjali Fundamentals Certification.

How does the refund work?

Join the first class on 15 Nov 2026. If the course is not for you, email vedasamskriti.yoga@gmail.com by 20 Nov 2026 and we will refund your full fee.

When do I need to pay?

You can pay when you register, or after attending the first class on 15 Nov. The course fee of ₹10,000 is payable by 20 Nov 2026 via UPI to vedasamskriti@indianbk.

Is the textbook included in the course fee?

No. The official textbook, Yoga Concepts for Global Application, is purchased separately on Amazon India or Notion Press.

Is there a certification exam?

The course prepares you for the optional CYAI Patanjali Fundamentals Certification Exam on 19 to 20 Dec 2026. The exam has a separate fee, and details are shared during the course.

How do I join the sessions?

All sessions are live on Zoom. Once you register, you receive the Zoom link and reminder emails.

Begin on 15 November

Join the first class. Don't like it? Get a full refund.