Cañada College Spring Yoga Course Syllabus

Welcome to Cañada College Spring 2024 Yoga!

Are you ready to tap into the AMAZING superpowers you possess as a Divine Human Being? Read the syllabus. It contains all the information you need to know about this course including my contact information. Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions. I have included a few videos below that you may utilize to practice from home and begin to start developing your own personalized daily yoga routine. I suggest you begin slowly. Below are a few short videos including a simple calming breathing exercise and simple morning and evening routines. Feel free to enjoy with friends and family!

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I am looking forward to teaching you how to yoga your way to a more balanced, joyful life.

Namasté,

Professor Vera Quijano

Cañada College Yoga Course Syllabus | Spring 2024

Kinesiology, Athletics, and Dance (KAD) Division

Yoga I, II, III, IV | Building 1-203

Contact

Instructor | Assistant Professor Vera Quijano, B.S., MPA, M.S. | Yoga Alliance Certified (200hr)

Office Hours | Tu & Th 8:30am – 9:30am and 4:00pm – 5:00pm | 1-160

iPhone Text/Call/FaceTime | (650) 867-9300

Facebook Message | Facebook.com/vera.quijano

E-mail | quijano@smccd.edu

Course Catalog Description

Designed to educate students in hatha yoga. A fitness course using yoga postures to increase flexibility, strength and endurance; improve balance, posture and breathing; and teach relaxation techniques.

Why hatha yoga? Read scientific studies if you want a better understanding:

Sections

Other Spring 2024 Cañada College Courses taught by Professor Vera Quijano:

- Salsa Dancing I, II, III, IV | 5:30pm – 8:00pm, Tu & Th | Bldg 1-203

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Upon completion of this yoga course, students are expected to:

Demonstrate understanding of anatomy/physiology of injury prevention via dynamic stretching.
Demonstrate understanding of “posture affects breathing, breathing affects posture.”
Demonstrate pranayama (breathing exercises), dhyana (meditation), asanas (postures).
Demonstrate improvement in body mind balance, strength, flexibility and Life balance.
Develop and demonstrate body mind soul present moment awareness and positive self-talk.
Develop accessible stress management techniques “yoga toolbox” for well-being.
Discover Gaia consciousness and its relationship to human consciousness via yoga:
- the value of establishing harmonic connections with Self, fellow human beings, animals, plants, nature;
- the importance of setting intentions when consuming food (animals and plants), water, oxygen, information;
- the human ability to synchronize with the cycles and rhythms of the Universe.
Create a personalized daily yoga routine to create Peace and Harmony on Earth.

- Yoga I: Demonstrate SLOs at beginner level
- Yoga II: Demonstrate SLOs at intermediate level
- Yoga III: Demonstrate SLOs at advanced intermediate level
- Yoga IV: Demonstrate SLOs at advanced level

√ Students persistently reminded to acknowledge and embrace their own comfort level and pace.

REQUIRED Free Resources

Review yoga video playlist YouTube.com/@veraquijano. Subscribe IF you wish to receive new video notifications. Zero cost.

Recommended Resources

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Charles Johnston
Anatomy of Hatha Yoga: A Manual for Students, Teachers, and Practitioners by H. David Coulter, Ph.D.
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D.
The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter, and Miracles by Bruce H. Lipton, Ph.D.
Electric Body, Electric Health by Eileen McKusick
Perfect Health (Harness Power of Ayurveda to Balance Body/Mind) by Deepak Chopra, M.D.
Molecules of Emotion: The Science Behind Mind Body Medicine by Candace Pert, Ph. D.
The Quantum Doctor: A Physicist’s Guide to Health and Healing by Amit Goswami, Ph.D.
Bridging Science and Spirit by Nisha J. Manek, MD
√ Join Weekly E-Newsletter for extra-curricular salsa, yoga, and health information.
√ The Superhero Effect™ | Choosing a Brave Heart Over Emotional Reactivity by Identifying, Empowering, and Uniting Your Four Heroic Brain Elementals

Recommended Supplies

Journal and pen(s) (Read article on How to Start Mindful Journaling)
Yoga mat, blanket, and block (available to borrow during class)
Water (preferably in reusable bottle)
- Read article on endocrine disruptor danger to humans
- Read article on plastic pollution danger to whales and dolphins.)

REQUIRED Attire

Clothing must be comfortable, non-restrictive, enable free movement like yoga pants/shorts, tank top/T-shirt, bare feet, yoga socks, etc.
- Fitted fitness clothing may prevent shirt from going into face in inverted positions.
- No denim, athletic shoes, or other restrictive clothing.
No dangling jewelry. Pull back, secure long hair.

Other tips:

- Eating a large meal just before yoga practice may cause discomfort.
- Bring water. (Read hydration scientific study.)
- Stay home if you feel sick.

REQUIRED Attendance with Active Participation

Active Participation counts for 55% of your total grade (110 Active Participation Points)

It is important to be on time, dressed and ready to participate!

√ Initial roster for yourself only at the beginning of each class.

√ You may makeup missed in the other in person section.

√ Do your best to bring water, your journal, and a pen to every class.

• Excused absences are limited to illness, injury, or family emergency. All other absences will count as “unexcused.” Maximum excused absences: four (4). Excused absences must be accompanied by explanation via email. If you are not feeling well, do not come to class. Stay home and take care of yourself.

** A note from your doctor is NOT required.

• Unexcused absences may be made up in other classes. Maximum unexcused absences allowed to makeup: four (4). Three (3) Participation Points deducted per unexcused absence.

IF you get in the habit of arriving > 15 minutes late, and/or leaving > 15 minutes early, one (1) Participation Point will be deducted for the day.
IF you get in the habit of arriving > 30 minutes late, and/or leaving > 30 minutes early, two (2) Participation Points will be deducted for the day.
IF you get in the habit of arriving to class unprepared and/or improperly dressed, three (3) Participation Points will be deducted for the day, equivalent to an unexcused absence.

EATING DURING CLASS IS PROHIBITED. PROPER HYDRATION IS ENCOURAGED. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE!

Assessment Methods and Grading Criteria | 200 Total Course Points

Participation Assignments = 55% of grade (110 points), weekly active participation/attendance
- Active participation required during every activity class

Demonstration Assignments = 15% of grade (30 points), three 10-point demonstrations
- Thursdays 2/22, 3/21, 4/25

Writing Assignments = 15% of grade (30 points), weekly active participation/attendance
- Thursdays 2/22, 3/21, 4/25 (due dates)

Final Project = 15% of grade (30 points), weekly active participation/attendance
- Tuesday 5/21 or Thursday 5/23 | 8:10 – 10:40am
- You cannot achieve an “A” in this course without participating in the Final Project or performing in the show.

Final Project must be completed on time. Late Final Project submission not accepted.

FINAL GRADES will be submitted to WebSmart by the first Sunday after the end of the semester.

Final Grade Point Count

90 ≥ = A | 80 ≥ = B | 70 ≥ = C | 60 ≥ = D | <60 = F

Note: Your default status is to receive a letter grade. If you prefer the Pass/No Pass option, you must manually opt in ASAP. A Pass is earned if your grade is equivalent to an A, B, or C grade.

Classroom Policies

NO PHOTOS, VIDEO, ELECTRONICS USE DURING CLASS WITHOUT PERMISSION
NO EATING DURING CLASS
BRING WATER PREFERABLY IN REFILLABLE CONTAINER.
- Read article on five reasons to skip bottled water.

SMCCCD Policy Statements

Disability Accommodation Statement and a note Confidentiality

If you have a documented disability and need accommodations for this class, please see me as soon as possible or contact The Disability Resource Center (DRC) for assistance. The DRC office is located in Bldg. 5, Room 303. (650) 306-3259; TDD (650) 306-3161.

A note on Confidentiality—Students with disabilities are protected under Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Please understand confidentiality and do not identify the person or their disability information to other students. Taping Lecture: Students who are unable to take or read notes have the right to tape record class lectures only for their personal study.

Course and College Policies on Academic Dishonesty

“Violations or attempted violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to: cheating, fabrication, plagiarism, multiple submissions, or facilitating academic dishonesty” (Cañada College Catalog, 2017-2018).

Title IX Policy Addressing Sexual Misconduct, Harassment, and Assault

“The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to maintaining safe and caring college environments at Cañada College, College of San Mateo and Skyline College. The District has established policies and procedures regarding Sexual Misconduct, Harassment, and Assault. A District website has also been developed which provides you with important information about sexual misconduct and sexual assault, http://smccd.edu/titleix/.”

For immediate assistance and/or to report a crime, call the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office 650.363.4911 or 9-1-1.

DISCLAIMER

This syllabus provides the student general guidance in meeting course requirements. The professor will follow it as closely as possible, and reserves the right to modify its content.
The information provided in this course is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice or religious counsel.
The professor respects student medical privacy, religious freedom, and all laws and individual liberties protected and guaranteed by the United States Constitution.
The professor is not a doctor, and is not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any emotional, mental, or physical condition or disease. Always seek medical advice from a licensed medical professional. Read California Law: Giving medical advice without a medical license is illegal and punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment in a county jail.
The professor is not an attorney and is not licensed to interpret the law. Always seek legal advice from a licensed attorney.
The professor is not a law enforcement officer, and understands that impersonating a law enforcement officer is a felony.
On August 12, 2022, the CDC updated its COVID guidance including no longer recommending social distancing, and to treat all humans equally, regardless of vax status. While the COVID recommendations keep changing, the student recognizes that the professor is not qualified to legally interpret nor legally enforce government-issued mandates, orders, executive orders, recommendations, stay-at-home orders, quarantines, or prohibitions against non-essential activities.
- - Assumption of Risk: The student expressly assumes any and all risk relating to any illness, injury, infection, economic injury, or death arising from or relating to participating in this course.
  - Waiver of Claims: The student waives and releases the professor from any and all claims, causes of action, allegations, or assertions that may arise relating to injury or infection of any person by any communicable disease, including COVID- 19, that occurs, or is alleged to occur, while participating in this course.
  - Release of Liability: The student agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold the professor harmless from any claim, demand, action or cause of action arising from the professor’s acts or omissions, while participating in this course.