Course Syllabus
FA25-IN-HPER-E190-22402 Yoga I- 8-week Course 27 Aug- 15 Oct 2025
Instructor: Class Location Time
Stephanie Schroeder, ES-1119 3:00-4:50 WED
500-RYT, MAT Spanish, BS Psychology
E-mail: Canvas Inbox Office Hours: By appointment, inbox via Canvas to schedule
Course Description:
Yoga I is designed as more than a simple exercise class. The focus of this class is on the individual’s internal experience and increasing awareness for conscious action.
Students will learn about traditional yoga asana exercises, what parts of the body are affected by the movements, the importance of the breath, and the key elements of developing a personal practice.
Students will participate in weekly classroom practices and complete online assignments. Class assessments will measure understanding of key yoga principles and explore personal experience of yoga practice.
Materials for class:
- Yoga mat. Bring your own mat to class. WE WILL PRACTICE DAY ONE
- Access to IUPUI Canvas site. All course assignments & the final will be posted here
Course Objectives:
This course conforms to the mission and guidelines of the Indiana University School of Physical Education Principles of Undergraduate Learning.
In this class, each student will:
- Develop an awareness of some of the major concepts of yoga through use of the core skills (reading, listening, writing, analyzing, communicating and experimental practice).
- Apply the principles and practices of yoga to personal practice (integration and application of knowledge).
- Develop an awareness of the cultural, historical, and philosophical aspects of yoga in many cultures and countries as well as in our own community (society and culture).
- Consider the path and yoga practices and their applicability to modern life (critical thinking).
- Understand the impact of yoga on a personal, community and world-wide scale. Look at the scope of yoga, its past, present and future (intellectual breadth, depth and analysis).
- Act within the defined terms of school ethics (ethics).
- Show effective habits of mind through time management and organizational skills.
Clothing, Comfort, Safety, Courtesy
- Wear clothing that you can bend, stretch, and do upside down poses comfortably. Jeans or other street pants are not acceptable yoga attire. We practice with BARE feet - so no panty hose or tights with feet. Avoid clothing with a tight waistband, buttons, zippers, shoulder pads, very long, very short, or very baggy legs.
- Arrange your hair so that it does not get in your way for various movements.
- All electronic devices should be turned off before entering the classroom.
- Avoid large jewelry.
- No food, beverages, or gum during class.
Yoga is best done with an empty stomach, so try to avoid eating for about two hours before class. Do be sure to drink water before and after class.
Class Sequence
Each class you should expect the following format:
3:00-3:50 Lecture & Discussion
3:50-3:55 Break
3:55-4:50 Yoga Asana Practice
Total points possible 200
Grade Distribution:
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A+ = 200-195 |
A = 194-189 |
A- = 188-180 |
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B+ = 179-172 |
B = 171-169 |
B- = 168-160 |
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C+ = 159-150 |
C = 149-142 |
C- = 141-138 |
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D+ = 137-130 |
D = 129-123 |
D- = 122-117 |
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F = 116 & below |
Evaluation of the course: Students will have the opportunity to evaluate the course at the last class meeting.
*Requests to adjust grades must be submitted to the instructor before the 5th week of classes.
Course Requirements:
1) Classes will be held live on IUPUI campus (ES-1119)
DO NOT ATTEND CLASS IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL
If you are ill or need to miss a class, please notify the instructor immediately via the Canvas Inbox and request information on how to make up the missed material and practice.
2) Online Assignments:All written reflections and summaries must be submitted before the set due date - no late submissions are accepted for this course.
All assignments must be posted in Canvas. Assignments must be posted by the due date. All Assignments may be turned in early to avoid missing deadlines. There are no points for late assignments. Correct spelling is necessary – points will be deducted from any assignment with incorrect spelling.
You will be asked to write reflection pieces throughout your experience learning about and practicing yoga concepts. These reflections should be in your voice and still follow the academic-style of writing a paper for any university class.
COURSE POLICIES:
Administrative Withdrawal: A basic requirement of this course is that you will participate in all class meetings and conscientiously complete all required course activities and/or assignments. Keep in touch with me if you are unable to attend, participate, or complete an assignment on time. If you miss more than half of the required activities within the first 25% of the course without contacting me, you may be administratively withdrawn from this course. Example: Our course meets once per week; this means if you miss two classes in the first 2 weeks*, you may be withdrawn. Administrative withdrawal may have academic, financial, and financial aid implications. Administrative withdrawal will take place after the full refund period, and if you are administratively withdrawn from the course you will not be eligible for a tuition refund. If you have questions about the administrative withdrawal policy at any point during the semester, please contact the instructor.
Special Needs: Please let the instructor know if you need course adaptations or accommodations because of an injury, disability, or if you have emergency medical information. Student’s needing accommodations because of a disability will need to register with Adaptive Educational Services (AES) and complete the appropriate forms issued by AES before accommodations will be given. The AES office is located in Taylor Hall, UC 100. You can also reach the office by calling 317-274-3241. Visit http://aes.iupui.edu/ for more information.
*This syllabus may be changed during the course to meet the educational needs of the students.
Course Summary:
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