Philosophy In Action:
The Yamas on the Mat


Through practice, meditation, and self-reflection you will transform your practice and teaching. 

The study of yoga is a path to personal growth. As teachers, it is essential we align our behaviors and actions with the core ethical principles of yoga. If we are teaching these principles to our students, and ask them to begin to apply them in their daily life, then we need to be doing that as well. 

'The Yamas on the Mat' course is specifically geared toward yoga teachers.
The goal for this course is to give you, as a yoga teacher, resources and methods on how to integrate the Yamas into your class. Specifically in a way that is understandable and relatable.

You will spend time exploring each Yama, through mini tutorials, meditations, recorded class practices and self-reflection.

Along with each Yama is a section on how to begin to integrate the principle into your classes

Each unit contains:
-a short audio lecture introducing the Yama
-a prerecorded yoga class 
-a short guided meditation
-journal prompts to encourage reflection and self-study
-a 'teacher section' with tips and methods on how to apply the Yama in your classes, including a sample class opening

The 3 components to support your personal exploration:

Inquiry - 

The practice of yoga encourages a dedication to self-study as a pathway to self-knowledge. 

You will be introduced to each Yama with a brief audio recording. 

Lyn will give you an overview of the yogic principle you will be exploring in order for you to gain a complete understanding. You will be encouraged to spend time reflecting and journaling on the principle. You will be encouraged to spend time contemplating and exploring the principle as it pertains to your daily life. How you might already be practicing it in your day-to-day, how you might be able to do better with it, and perhaps how it has or has the potential to be of benefit when trying to live your best life.

Journal prompts are included to get you kickstarted with that months self-inquiry and exploration. Along with the prompts, there are tips on specific ways you can begin to apply the principle in your day to day life.

Asana - 

Each Yama will include a recorded 60-75 minute prerecorded class practice. These recordings are appropriate for all levels of practice. 

Along with your video practice, suggestions on how to apply the month’s specific theme while practicing on your mat are included. 

Meditation - 

A short guided meditation is included for each Yama.

Meditation is also a pathway to self-knowledge. Through the process of learning to quiet distracting thoughts you can begin to filter out misconceptions and misinformation clouding your reality. The ability to focus the mind can help with improving the quality of your life by learning to manage anxiety and stress.


Yoga Alliance CEUs:
Once you have completed the whole course, there is a Course Review section where you will be asked a few questions. Upon submission I will email you a Certificate of Completion that you can use to log your CEUs with Yoga Alliance. Please allow 24-48 hours.
You will receive a total of 15 contact CEUs.

Get 30 CEUs:
This course, 'The Yamas on the Mat', is the first half of the 'I AM: Inquiry, Asana, Meditation' 30 contact CEUs at-home yoga immersion that is also available on this platform. 
(The second half, the Niyamas, will be available to purchase separately after June 1st.) 

If you are interested in purchasing the complete course that includes both the Yamas and Niyamas, plus additional bonus prerecorded yoga class practices, visit the program page: I AM: Inquiry, Asana, Meditation