Yoga for menstrual disorders

Learn how to design safe, supportive, and evidence-informed yoga programs for menstrual health, while understanding that yoga complements—not replaces—medical assessment and treatment.

✅ Understand the menstrual cycle, ovulation, hormonal changes, menarche, and menopause

✅ Study common menstrual concerns, including heavy bleeding, light or absent periods, irregular cycles, and menstrual pain

✅ Explore conditions associated with menstrual difficulties, including PCOS and endometriosis

✅ Learn how to assess symptoms and select gentle, condition-appropriate yoga practices

✅ Practise suitable asanas, breathing techniques, relaxation, meditation, and Nada Anusandhana

✅ Understand when dynamic postures, strong breathing practices, cleansing techniques, or inversions should be avoided

✅ Explore sattvic nutrition and yogic lifestyle guidance that supports general menstrual well-being

✅ Learn the Pancha Kosha approach, including physical practice, breath regulation, counselling, mindfulness, and Karma Yoga

✅ Develop separate, adaptable protocols for heavy bleeding and reduced or absent menstrual flow

✅ Recognize warning signs and understand when to refer students to a gynaecologist or other qualified healthcare professional