55-Hour Specialized Teacher Training Course Cancer Rehabilitation through Yoga & Integrative Healing

A specialized teacher training course designed for yoga therapists, yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and care practitioners who wish to support individuals navigating cancer with greater understanding, sensitivity, and skill. This integrative program explores the physical, emotional, psychological, and lifestyle dimensions of cancer rehabilitation through the lens of modern medicine, yoga therapy, pranayama, meditation, psychology, philosophy, Ayurveda, and recovery-based healing practices. Learn how to offer safe, ethical, and compassionate support while empowering individuals through every stage of their recovery journey. #yoga programs #Health wellness courses #Yoga therapy courses #Mental health courses

Program Overview

Module 1:
Cancer Physiology, Treatment & Red Flags
Mentor: Dr Balaji R
MBBS, MD (Alternative Medicine), PhD in Yoga Therapy

Duration: 12 Hours
This module builds the clinical foundation for understanding cancer and its treatment journey.

Focus Areas:

  • Understanding cancer physiology and types
  • Overview of treatment approaches and their implications
  • Clinical boundaries for yoga therapists
  • Contraindications, red flags, and safety considerations
  • How to support without overstepping the medical scope

Module 2:
Applied Oncology Yoga Therapy
Mentor: Saraswathi Vasudevan
Senior Yoga Therapist, Educator & Teacher Trainer

Duration: 10 Hours
This module translates clinical understanding into safe and adaptive yoga practices for cancer rehabilitation.

Focus Areas:

  • Condition-specific yoga modifications
  • Safe sequencing for different stages of recovery
  • Therapeutic applications of asana, breath, and relaxation
  • Adapting practices for fatigue, weakness, pain, mobility limitations, and treatment side effects
  • Creating supportive practices for survivors and those undergoing treatment

Module 3:
Psychological & Emotional Healing
Mentor: Saraswathi Vasudevan
Senior Yoga Therapist, Educator & Teacher Trainer

Duration: 18 Hours
Cancer is not only a physical condition. It deeply affects the mind, emotions, identity, relationships, and one’s sense of safety.

Focus Areas:

  • Understanding the emotional and psychological dimensions of illness
  • Supporting anxiety, fear, grief, uncertainty, and emotional fatigue
  • Role of pranayama, meditation, relaxation, and yogic philosophy in healing
  • Mental health support through yoga-based tools
  • Building inner resilience, acceptance, and compassionate presence

Module 4: 
Ayurveda & Recovery-Based Lifestyle
Mentor: Dr Pankaj Chansarkar
Ayurveda Specialist, Holistic Healing and Wellness Coach

Duration: 12 Hours
This module explores how Ayurveda can support recovery, strength, nourishment, and long-term healing.

Focus Areas:

  • Ayurvedic principles for recovery and rehabilitation
  • Food, digestion, immunity, rest, and lifestyle support
  • Dinacharya and healing routines
  • Nutrition and nourishment during recovery
  • Long-term lifestyle practices for strength, balance, and vitality

Module 5: 
Cancer Care
Mentor: Rita Date
Nutritionist, Health Journalist, Author, and Yoga Practitioner

Duration: 3 Hours
A reflective closing module to bring together learning, lived experience, compassion, and the larger purpose of care.

Focus Areas:

  •  Understanding cancer beyond the diagnosis
  • The human side of healing and recovery
  • Caregiver and survivor perspectives
  • Reflection, integration, and closing insights
  • Encouraging yoga professionals to hold space with sensitivity, maturity, and hope

Course Curriculum

Specialized Teacher Training Course Cancer Rehabilitation through Yoga & Integrative Healing

Module 1: Cancer Physiology, Treatment & Red Flags

Module 2: Applied Oncology Yoga Therapy

Module 3: Psychological & Emotional Healing

Module 4: Ayurveda & Recovery-Based Lifestyle

Module 5: Cancer, Care & Conscious Closing

Schedule

Day Time Title
08-08-2026 07:00 - 8:30 PM Module 1: Cancer Physiology, Treatment & Red Flags
08-08-2026 07:00 - 8:30 PM Module 2: Applied Oncology Yoga Therapy
08-08-2026 07:00 - 8:30 PM Module 3: Psychological & Emotional Healing
08-08-2026 07:00 - 8:30 PM Module 4: Ayurveda & Recovery-Based Lifestyle

Meet Our Mentors

Dr Bala Ji

Dr. Balaji R

Dr. Balaji R is a medical practitioner, yoga therapist, academician, and researcher with expertise in both modern medicine and yogic sciences. A Gold Medalist in M.Phil and PGDYT, he holds an MBBS degree along with advanced qualifications including MD (Alternative Medicine), PhD in Yoga Therapy, MSc in Yoga Therapy, General Secretary of Indian Yoga Association- Puducherry Chapter & Joint- Secretary- SPYSA, affiliated to Yogasanabharat and a Fellowship in Clinical Diabetology. He currently serves as Assistant Professor at the School of Yoga Therapy, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Puducherry, while actively practicing medicine and contributing to the fields of yoga therapy and integrative healthcare.

With over 30 years of yoga practice and more than 18 years of experience in Yoga Therapy, Dr. Balaji has made significant contributions to education, research, clinical practice, and yogasana coaching. He has received several recognitions for his work, including the Yoga Thilakam Award, Yoga Chemmal Award, Major Dhyan Chand Award, Best Doctor Award, and Best Young Faculty Award. Through his teaching, research, and community initiatives, he continues to promote a meaningful integration of yoga and modern healthcare.

Saraswathi Vasudevan

Saraswathi Vasudevan has close to 35 years of experience in teaching yoga and providing personalized yoga therapy in the tradition of Sri T. Krishnamacharya and Sri T.K.V. Desikachar. She holds postgraduate degrees in Nutrition and Psychology, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Yoga Studies from Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram (KYM), Chennai.

Having trained under Sri T.K.V. Desikachar and other senior teachers and served at KYM for over 17 years, Saraswathi has developed deep expertise in adapting yoga to the unique needs and abilities of each individual. Her teaching is rooted in a philosophy that honors each person’s uniqueness, strengths, and challenges.

She is the Founder and Director of YogaVahini, a yoga institute based in Chennai and Hyderabad, India, offering specialized yoga therapy and teacher training programs. Saraswathi also serves as a Board Member of the Yoga Alliance (YA), contributing to the advancement of yoga professionals worldwide

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar specializes in holistic healing techniques, in which he integrates Ayurveda, natural healing, diet, lifestyle, and yoga to provide correct tools for the body to self-heal. Over the past 20 years, he has worked with leading Ayurvedic organizations in the country like Maharishi Ayurveda, Devaaya, Jiva, Six Senses, Vana, and Vedary. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to practice alongside eminent vaidyas to gain expertise in diverse healing patterns. He combines Vedic knowledge with contemporary sciences to device a tailored treatment plan for his clients.

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar’s postgraduate research on holistic healthcare therapies helped him develop a system of healing based on the body’s capability to heal itself through diet and a balance of bio energies.

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar believes in patient dignity and feels the best approach to treatment is through a partnership between the patient and the doctor. He connects with his patients at a personal level and coaches them every step of the way towards achieving their health goals.

Rita Date

Rita Date has been practicing yoga for over 30 years and has studied Iyengar, Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, and Yin Yoga, along with various meditation practices. Originally from the United States, Rita moved to India three decades ago. During a time when staying connected across continents was far more difficult than it is today, yoga became an important source of grounding and support.

In addition to being a yoga teacher, Rita is a nutritionist, journalist, and author. She began writing about food and nutrition in 2005 and later founded Real Food India to promote whole foods and raise awareness about the impact of processed foods on health.

Rita also volunteered at a cancer support center, where she provided nutrition guidance to patients and their families. Recognizing the need for practical, evidence-based dietary advice during and after treatment, she wrote Fighting Cancer with the Thali, a book that combines modern nutrition with traditional Indian food wisdom. Today, Rita integrates her expertise in yoga, nutrition, and wellness education to help people lead healthier, more balanced lives through Mind, Nutrition, and Movement.

Frequently asked questions

Is this course suitable for yoga teachers who have never worked with cancer patients before?

Yes. This program is specifically designed for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, and wellness professionals who wish to develop a safe and foundational understanding of cancer rehabilitation. No prior experience working with cancer patients is required. The course begins with cancer physiology, treatment awareness, safety guidelines, and professional boundaries before progressing into therapeutic applications.

Does this course train participants to treat or cure cancer through yoga?

No. This program does not teach participants to diagnose, treat, or cure cancer. The focus is on understanding how yoga, breathwork, relaxation techniques, lifestyle practices, and emotional support can be used safely as complementary and supportive tools during recovery and rehabilitation. Medical treatment must always remain under the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals.

Who can enroll in this program?

This course is ideal for:
• Certified Yoga Teachers
• Yoga Therapists
• Ayurveda & Wellness Practitioners
• Physiotherapists and Rehabilitation Professionals
• Healthcare and Caregiving Professionals
• Advanced Yoga Students interested in therapeutic applications
A sincere interest in learning ethical and supportive approaches to cancer rehabilitation is essential.

What will I learn during the course?

Participants will gain knowledge and practical skills in:
• Understanding cancer physiology and treatment processes
• Recognizing contraindications and red flags for yoga therapists
• Designing adaptive yoga practices for various stages of recovery
• Using pranayama, meditation, Yoga Nidra, and relaxation techniques appropriately
• Supporting emotional and psychological well-being through yogic approaches
• Applying Ayurvedic lifestyle and recovery-support principles safely and ethically

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes. Participants who fulfill the attendance requirements and successfully complete the assessments, assignments, and final integration project will receive a Certificate in Cancer Rehabilitation through Yoga & Integrative Healing from hellomyyoga.

Are the sessions live or recorded?

This batch will be conducted entirely LIVE on Zoom to encourage interaction, discussion, case-based learning, and direct faculty engagement. Session recordings may be made available to enrolled participants for revision purposes, subject to faculty permissions and course policies.

Can I immediately start working with cancer patients after completing this course?

This course provides specialized educational training and foundational competency in supportive cancer rehabilitation through yoga. However, participants are expected to work within their professional scope of practice, follow ethical guidelines, obtain informed consent, collaborate with healthcare providers when appropriate, and refer clients back to medical professionals whenever necessary.

What makes this course different from a regular Yoga Therapy program?

This program focuses specifically on cancer rehabilitation and recovery. It integrates oncology awareness, yoga therapy adaptations, psychological and emotional support, Ayurveda-based recovery principles, safety protocols, referral awareness, and ethical frameworks—areas that are often not covered in depth within general yoga teacher training programs.

How can I register for the course?

Registration details will be available on our website or can be obtained through direct contact with our program coordinators.

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