Yamas are about our interactions with others. 🧘🏻‍♀️ Yamas Living in Harmony with the World Around You The Yamas are the first limb of yoga and guide how we interact with others . They act as social ethics — compassionate guardrails that shape how a yogi moves through the world. When practiced consistently, they gently shift our worldview and deepen our sense of connection with all beings. 📖 Define It Yama literally translates to “restraint.” These five ethical guidelines i

That is for the student to decide. 🕊️ Spirituality vs. Religion in Yoga Creating Inclusive, Heart-Centered Spaces** Yoga teachers are often told, “I can’t participate because of my religion.” As guides, our role is to offer an environment where every student feels safe, respected, and welcome — regardless of belief system. At Edge Yoga School, we reassure students that yoga is a practice of connecting with the higher self , whatever that means for each individual. It is alw

Here are the basics to get your Sanskrit journey started. Sanskrit & Yoga Vocabulary — A Friendly Guide for Yogis (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Why Sanskrit Matters in Yoga Sanskrit is often called the language of yoga and mantra . You’ll see it in pose names, spiritual texts, chants, and philosophy. You do not need to be a Sanskrit scholar to be a wonderful yoga teacher. But knowing a handful of key terms can: Help you understand classic texts more deep

For some it is bliss, others connection, some God. Samadhi — The Eighth Limb of Yoga (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) ✨ Overview Samadhi is the eighth and final limb of Patanjali’s Eight-Limbed Path — the culmination of a lifetime of practice, refinement, and surrender. Often translated as union , Samadhi represents a profound state of oneness where the practitioner feels fully merged with the divine, the universe, and all living beings. Patanjali describes Sa

These are some of our favorite ways to use props in your practice. Props in Yoga (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🧱 Overview Props are powerful companions in yoga practice. They help students feel supported, create space in the body, and enhance ease, safety, and alignment. Whether you're working with beginners, supporting injury recovery, or deepening awareness in seasoned practitioners, props can transform the experience on the mat. Think of props as bridges

It is time to gently gaze inward to connect with one's self. Niyamas (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview The Niyamas invite us to turn inward and explore the relationship we have with ourselves. Our thoughts, feelings, habits, and inner patterns shape the way we move through the world. By tending to our inner landscape, we cultivate a more grounded, peaceful, and soulful way of living. 📘 Define It The five Niyamas offer guidance for our personal att

Here are some samples you are free to use. Meditation Techniques (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview Meditation can be shared in many different ways, from silence and stillness to sound, story, and gentle touch. As a yoga teacher, you have the opportunity to design Savasana and closing meditations that support your students’ nervous systems and invite deep rest. You are invited to create your own Savasana sequence using themes that feel meaningful and

Here are some samples authored by Edge Alum and donated to the course. Meditation Scripts by Yvonne (Edited for clarity, warmth, and flow while preserving author intention) Morning Outside Meditation Close your eyes and gaze gently into the back of your eyelids. Begin by scanning your body for any areas of tension. Soften your face, relax your shoulders, and allow your breath to slow and deepen.Inhale the promise of a new day, and exhale whatever remains from yesterday. Let e

Yoga is timeless, but here is a timeline. History of Yoga (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 A Living, Evolving Tradition Yoga is thousands of years old. While no one knows its exact origin story, we do know it has deep roots across many cultures, texts, and oral traditions. Recently, palm-leaf manuscripts with yoga teachings have been discovered, reminding us that yoga is an ever-evolving practice shaped by history, humanity, and heartfelt wisdom. At Edge Yog

True meditation that invites clarity of awareness. Dhyana (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 What Is Dhyana? Dhyana is often translated as meditation , but in the eight-limbed path it refers to something deeper than the act of meditating itself. It is the seventh limb of yoga , building upon the foundations of asana, pranayama, pratyahara, and Dharana. Where Dharana is concentration on one point, Dhyana is the effortless continuation of that concentration — a

Concentration awaits you. Dharana (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 What Is Dharana? Dharana translates to concentration . It is the practice of anchoring the mind to one single point of focus so completely that all other thoughts begin to fall away. By softening external distractions and gently clearing internal chatter, we create the conditions needed for the mind to rest on one chosen object with steadiness and ease. Dharana is often described as holding

How to know when they might be out of balance and what to do. Chakras (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview There are seven main chakras in yoga. They are: Root (red), Sacral (orange), Solar Plexus (yellow), Heart (green), Throat (blue), Third Eye (indigo), and Crown (violet). These centers align with the spine and the nervous system, following the color pattern R.O.Y.G.B.I.V. Each chakra carries a corresponding sound vibration, symbol, and energetic fun

Here are some breathing techniques to explore. Breathing Techniques (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview Breath is the thread between body and mind.In yoga, your breath becomes the foundation of your practice—organizing movement, supporting focus, and regulating your nervous system. When breath and body work together, movement requires far less effort and becomes more fluid and intentional. This lesson explores foundational breathing techniques used in

Here are some common benefits and risks to know. Benefits and Contraindications of Yoga (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview A balanced yoga practice includes a wide variety of spinal movements: neutral, flexion, extension, lateral bends, rotations, and inversions. Understanding how these movements support the body—and when they may require caution—is essential for safe, inclusive, and compassionate teaching. This lesson explores the benefits of yoga, t

Asanas are the physical postures of yoga. Asanas (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview Asanas are the physical postures of yoga. They prepare the body for meditation, steady the mind, and support the nervous system. Yoga is called a practice because there is no finish line—only continued exploration. Each posture has many expressions, and as a teacher, your role is to help students discover the version that feels right for them.In yoga, there is no “ri

Timeless books to know to enhance your journey. Move Towards Mastery with these trusted resources. (Lesson — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview Mastery in yoga teaching is not about perfection — it is about curiosity, consistent study, and the willingness to deepen your understanding through trusted sources. This lesson invites you to explore foundational texts, reputable publications, and the lessons within this course to strengthen your knowledge and confiden

The Eight Limbs Explained 8 Limbs of Yoga (Lesson 1 — Edge Yoga School Educational Library) 🌿 Overview The eight limbs of yoga, described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, outline the full path of yoga practice. These limbs are: Yamas, Niyamas, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi .Each limb plays a meaningful role in the life of a yogi, supporting a journey toward awareness, compassion, discipline, and inner steadiness. 🕉️ History of the Eight Limbs Th

Some watch, others listen, how do you learn best? 🧠 HOW STUDENTS LEARN — KNOWLEDGE BASE MODULE Core Teaching Theory for Edge Yoga School Trainees 🌿 Overview: Why This Matters Understanding how students learn is just as important as knowing the poses.At Edge Yoga School, we teach from a trauma-informed, compassionate model where learning happens through: repetition sensation clear structure emotional safety choice and autonomy This module helps you meet students where they

Finding the balance in your yoga practice 🧘 BENEFITS & CONTRAINDICATIONS OF YOGA — KNOWLEDGE BASE MODULE Grounded in the Benefits & Contraindications section on page 103 of the Edge Handbook 2026. 🌿 Overview The Benefits & Contraindications page appears in the handbook as a safety-awareness anchor for teachers. It sits in the section describing posture families and how to create balanced, safe, and accessible classes . This module summarizes what teachers must keep in mind

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