The department of Yoga at the Central University of Rajasthan was established in 2017 under the School of Education. The objectives of the department are to explore and propagate the therapeutic benefits of yoga through academic training, research activities and clinical services. The department provides yoga therapy services to University staff and enthusiastic students. Currently, the department has two regular faculties and Dr Sanjib Kumar Patra is the Head of the department.
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- E-Prospectus of Department of Yoga
M. Sc. Yoga Therapy (2 years Program)
Yoga is a discipline of the ancient Indian Knowledge system. One of its dimensions is health promotion and disease prevention. Yoga has many physical, physiological and psychological benefits that help to maintain a healthy body and mind. In recent years, yoga has gained popularity for its therapeutic benefits in numerous chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, asthma, cancer, anxiety, depression etc.The yoga therapy program is designed to train the students in Yoga therapy for combating the chronic health issues.
M.Sc. Yoga Therapy eligibility
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline of Science and Yoga with not less than 50% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate from a recognized University. Up to 5% relaxation in the minimum requirement of marks is granted to SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates.
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Doctor of Philosophy in Yogic Science
Considering the expertise of the faculties, the Yoga department offers a full-time doctorate degree program (PhD in Yogic Science) in the upfront areas like,
- Sleep medicine
- Neurophysiology
- Autonomic function tests
- Mental health
- Cardiovascular medicine
- Clinical applications of Yoga
Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC Level -1)
Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC Level -1)
Course Title: Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC Level-1)
Duration of the Programme: 30 days (One Month)
Eligibility: Candidates with at least a 12th academic qualification or above from a recognized institution are eligible for this program.
Program Fees: INR 10, 000 (only course fees)
Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC Level -2)
ourse Title: Yoga Teacher Training Course (YTTC Level-2)
Duration of the Programme: 30 days (One Month)
Eligibility: Candidates with at least a 12th academic qualification and a certificate programme in Yoga with a minimum duration of one month.
Program Fees: INR 10, 000 (only course fees)
Facilities provided by University:
Accommodation:
Since it is a residential program, students will be compulsorily staying in the respective hostels on the University campus on payment.
Food
Students will avail of the mess facilities within the campus for their food on payment. University mess has the provision of breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Job Opportunities
As a Yoga trainer in any health and fitness sector and personal trainer of Yoga
Yoga instructors in Spa and Gym, and Freelancer in Yoga
A flagship Yoga program to pursue the next four levels of YTTC and higher programs in Yoga
Note:
Please note that after passing this program, the prospective candidates can start teaching the Health and Fitness components of Yoga under the guidance of an experienced Yoga.
Phd Students
| SCHOLARS REGISTERED DURING ACADEMIC YEAR 2021-22 | ||||
| Sl. No. | Name of the Scholar | Research area | Photo | Name of the Supervisor |
| 1. | Abhijit Baishya
| Efficacy of integrated Yoga in the enhancement of cognition, mental health, physical fitness and shooting score among Indian archers: A Randomized Controlled Trial |
| Dr. Kashinath G Metri |
| 2. | Juhi Kumawat
| Effect of yoga on mental health and cognitive functions among women with occupational stress |
| Dr. Kashinath G Metri |
| 3. | KM. Megha | Comparing the brain wave coherence and molecular markers among the meditation techniques |
| Dr. Sanjib K Patra |
| 4. | Rajkanwar Bhati | Source analysis of EEG in various phases of meditation among the meditators with wide range of experiences |
| Dr. Sanjib K Patra |
| 5. | Sunil Kumar | Effect of Voluntarily Regulated Breathing Techniques on Pulmonary Function and Oxidative Stress Markers in Post-COVID 19 Patients |
| Dr. Sanjib K Patra |
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| ACADEMIC YEAR 2022-23 | ||||
| 1. | Harish Sharma | Exploring the Molecular and Physiological Signature of Voluntary Regulated Breathing Techniques in Post COVID - 19 Patients |
| Dr. Sanjib K Patra |
| 2. | Sarashti Saini | Assessment of short latency auditory evoked potential following the three varieties of manipulated breathing techniques |
| Dr. Sanjib K Patra |
| 3. | Shivam Sharma | Assessment of efficacy of yoga on cognitive functions and cardiac reactivity among university students with mild to moderate anxiety disorders: A randomised control trail |
| Dr. Kashinath G Metri |
Regular
Dr. Kashinath G Metri
Assistant Professor
Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery (BAMS): Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, 2009; Doctor of Medicine- MD (Yoga and Rehabilitation): S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, 2013, PhD (Yoga): S-VYASA University, Bengaluru)
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Prof. Sanjib Patra
Professor and Head
Master of Science in Applied Yogic Sciences from TM University, Bhagalpur, Bihar Yoga Bharati, 2001; Ph.D. in Sleep medicine and Meditation from Swami Vivekanand Yoga Anusandhan Samsthan (S-VYASA University), Bengaluru, 2011
Other
Dr. Mahendra Kumar Sharma
Assistant Professor
Ph.D (Yoga) From-Central University Sagar, MP.2023 UGC NET –YOGA, 2017 M.A. (Yoga) 2018, From JRRSU, Jaipur YIC (SVYASA)
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Mr. Neeraj
Assistant Professor
Bachelor in Yoga and Naturopathy, M.Sc. (Yoga Therapy) from Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Kendra (SVYASA), Bengluru, Ph.D. Scholar (Yoga, Gousparsha and Bio-energy) from Central University of Haryana
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HIght Density EEG with 128 Channals (will be available within the time duration of 12 weeks)
Polygraph (HR, ECG, PPG and GSR)
Body mass Analayser
Currently, the department has the following laboratories
- Teaching Laboratory
The teaching laboratory in the Yoga department has the state of the facilities such as Anatomy models, charts, and the physiological kits to record the vital parameters of the body
- Autonomic Laboratory
Currently, the department has 4 channels BIOPAC-INC to record the physiological parameters such as ECG, HR, RR, and GSR.
- Body composition Laboratory
The department has a body mass analyzer to record a variety of parameters including BMI, BMR, RMR, Lean body mass, fat body mass etc.
- Currently the department has a Post-Doc funded project of 8.5 Lakhs from ICSSR (2021-23) titled ‘Enhancement of Scientific creativity using Yoga as a tool’
- Department has a women scientist project of 10 Lakhs from DST (2019-22) titled ‘Efficacy of Integrated yoga module on Obesity and related metabolic syndromes’
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Head Department of Yoga
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF RAJASTHAN
NH-8, Bandar Sindri,
Dist-Ajmer-305817, Rajasthan [INDIA]
Email: info@curaj.ac.in
: +91-1463-238755
