The Intermediate Course (11 weekly sessions for two hours each) is an extension of the Basic Course as advised by Hathayogi Nikam Guruji. Emphasis is placed on the improvement of various postures, meditation, cleansing techniques, and relaxing techniques taught in the Basic Course. Participants are also taught various advanced postures, including intermediate-level variations of basic course postures such as the Surya Namaskar. Most importantly, participants are also introduced to Pranayams, which are very powerful techniques that can be easily practiced by a common householder.