Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the physical as well as functional structure of the Nerve Tree

  • List the properties and potentials of the Nerve Tree

  • Draw a stick figure structure of a neuron, including the nucleus, axons, and dendrites

  • Describe the general difference in governance between the parasympathetic, sympathetic and enteric aspects of the nervous system

  • Describe the quality and movement potentials of the nerve tree's relationship to the structures around it

  • Identify the brachial, lumbar, and sacral plexi; identify the vagus nerve

  • Describe the benefits of the Relaxation Response,

  • Describe the correlation between the Nerve Tree and the Subtle Body systems of yoga

Course Curriculum

    1. About This Course

    2. Course Materials

    3. Q&A

    1. Module Overview

    2. The Nerve Tree: What is it (overview)?

    3. The Nerve Tree: What is it (physically)?

    4. The Nerve Tree: Structural Elements

    5. The Nerve Tree: Structure of a Neuron

    6. The Nerve Tree: Functional Branches

    7. The Nerve Tree: Movement Properties

    8. The Nerve Tree: Relationships

    9. The Nerve Tree: Famous Branches

    10. Introducing the Vagus Nerve

    11. Review

    12. Module Summary

    1. Module Overview

    2. Yoga and the Subtle Body

    3. Application to Practice: Relaxation Response

    4. Application to Practice: Asana

    5. Application to Practice: Awareness Meditation

    6. Review

    7. Module Summary

    1. Module Overview

    2. Nerve Tree: Your Relationship

    3. Nerve Tree: Health

    4. Review

    5. Module Summary

    1. Final Review Quiz

    2. Nerve Tree: Additional Resources

    3. Course Conclusion

About this course

  • 30 lessons