New Books Network M.A. in Yoga Studies with Christopher Chapple
Sep 18, 2025
Dr. Christopher Chapple, founder of the M.A. in Yoga Studies at Loyola Marymount University, shares insights into a transformative program that blends scholarly rigor with embodied practice. He discusses the significance of Sanskrit and classical texts, highlighting how they influence modern yoga. The program adopts a flexible structure, enabling global participation through online and hybrid formats, while shaping future leaders in yoga through diverse educational pathways. Discover how this unique approach is revolutionizing yoga education.
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Academic Rigour Anchors The Program
- LMU's MA in Yoga Studies is an academic, scholarly program with rigorous requirements like Sanskrit grammar.
- The curriculum integrates history, philosophy, and embodied practice to deepen understanding beyond studio training.
Practice Integrated With Scholarship
- The program incorporates embodied daily sadhana during intensive residencies to connect practice with scholarship.
- Practices include asana, pranayama, recitation, chanting, ethical reflection, and elemental dharana exercises.
Hybrid Design From Day One
- The program was built for hybrid delivery from its start, using live streaming and archives to include remote students.
- LMU received regional accreditation for simultaneous access and enrolls students across many U.S. states and countries.
