Yoga Philosophy 101: Deepening Your Practice & Living the Principles of Yoga [In-person, May 9th & 10th]

YACEP Continuing Education | 10 hours

May 9th & 10th

This program is designed for passionate yoga practitioners and teachers who are eager to explore the deeper aspects of yoga philosophy and learn how to integrate these timeless principles into their lives both on and off the mat.

What You Will Learn:

• The foundational principles of yoga philosophy, focusing on the 8 Limbs of Yoga.
• How to live by the Yamas (ethical guidelines) and Niyamas (personal disciplines) both on and off the mat.
• The importance of meditation (Dhyana) as a tool for cultivating mindfulness, self-awareness, and clarity.
• How to integrate yoga philosophy into your teaching, practice, and daily life.
• Practical tools for applying the Yamas and Niyamas in real-life situations and using them to enhance your yoga practice and teaching.

What’s Included:

• 10 hours of instruction, split over two days (5 hours per day).
• Comprehensive handouts and resources covering key philosophical concepts and practices.
• Guided self-reflection exercises and journaling prompts to deepen your understanding.
• Interactive group discussions and Q&A sessions to engage with peers and teachers.
• Meditation practices to ground and center your experience.
• YACEP Continuing Education credits for yoga teachers seeking to deepen their philosophy knowledge and practice.

Program Schedule:

Day 1: Friday May 9th | 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

• 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Introduction to Yoga Philosophy
  Overview of yoga’s origins, relevance, and core principles.
• The 8 Limbs of Yoga.
• 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: The Yamas: Ethical Guidelines for Personal Conduct
  In-depth study of the 5 Yamas: Non-violence, Truthfulness, Non-stealing, Moderation, Non-attachment.
• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: The Niyamas: Cultivating Personal Discipline
  Understanding the 5 Niyamas: Cleanliness, Contentment, Discipline, Self-study, Surrender.
• 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Q&A and Group Discussion

Day 2: Saturday May 10th | 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM

• 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM: The Power of Dhyana (Meditation) in Yoga
  Understanding Dhyana as mindfulness practice.
• Guided meditation practice and integration of meditation in teaching.
• 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Yoga in Action: Applying Philosophy to Teaching
  Practical ways to integrate the Yamas and Niyamas into yoga classes.
• Creating meaningful yoga sequences based on these principles.
• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Integrating Philosophy into Daily Life
  Living yoga philosophy outside the studio.
• Reflective journaling and discussions on daily practice.
• 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Final Reflection & Closing
  Group sharing, final reflections, and actionable steps.

Who Should Attend:

• Yoga teachers seeking to deepen their understanding of yoga philosophy and integrate it into their teachings.
• Practitioners of all levels who are passionate about yoga and want to deepen their practice.
• Anyone interested in applying the timeless wisdom of yoga in daily life, outside of the studio setting.
• Students looking to expand their knowledge beyond physical practice and explore the ethical and spiritual underpinnings of yoga.

Program Details:

• Dates: Friday & Saturday
• Time: 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM each day + 2 hours self study
• Total Hours: 10 hours YACEP Continuing Education

Cost:

• Early Birds (until April 26th): 850 SR
• From April 27th: 990 SR

Please note: No exchange, No refund on this series!