Class Description

Yama & Niyama Class with Acharya Kamal
The philosophy of yoga extends beyond movements on the mat, leading to questions about how we live, relate to others, and care for ourselves. In this class, we learn Yama and Niyama—the foundation and heart of yoga practice—and explore together how to apply them in our daily lives.

Yama and Niyama are not merely ethical codes, but inner attitudes and practices for a clearer and more stable life. Acharya Kamal explains the meaning of each principle in an accessible way, guiding students to understand and connect them to their own lives. The class goes beyond philosophical explanation, incorporating brief reflections, meditation, and practical approaches so you can experience what you learn through both body and mind.

This class is open to those new to yoga philosophy, and it will also be a valuable time for those already practicing yoga who wish to understand its roots and direction more deeply.
Beyond movement-focused practice, let's cultivate a perspective that views your entire life through the lens of yoga.

Recommended For

Those encountering yoga philosophy for the first time but wanting easy understanding
Those wanting to apply Yama and Niyama to their actual lives
Those wishing to learn the essence of yoga beyond asana more deeply
Those interested in meditation and self-reflection

Class Structure

1. Review of Previous Class · 20 minutes
   We revisit the topic from the last session and share experiences based on the given practice assignments.
   For example, if we learned about Ahimsa in the previous class, we discuss together how each person practiced Ahimsa in their daily lives throughout the week.

2. Main Class · 40 minutes
   Each class focuses on one teaching from Yama and Niyama.

3. 5-Minute Break

4. Discussion · 35 minutes
   We deepen understanding through explanation and discussion.
   Rather than simply hearing concepts, this includes time to reflect and connect them to your own life.

5. Meditation · 20 minutes
   The class concludes with meditation.
   This is a time to quietly internalize what you've learned and deeply experience the philosophical teachings within your own experience.

Curriculum

Thursday, May 7: Ashtanga of Patanjali Sutras, Overview of Yama and Niyama, and Ahimsa
Tuesday, May 12: Yama - Satya, Truthfulness
Thursday, May 14: Yama - Asteya, Non-stealing
Tuesday, May 19: Yama - Brahmacharya, Restraint
Thursday, May 21: Yama - Aparigraha, Non-attachment
Tuesday, May 26: Review and Discussion of Yama
Thursday, May 28: Niyama - Saucha, Purity
Tuesday, June 2: Niyama - Santosha, Contentment
Thursday, June 4: Niyama - Tapas, Self-discipline
Tuesday, June 9: Niyama - Svadhyaya, Self-study
Thursday, June 11: Niyama - Ishvara Pranidhana, Surrender
Tuesday, June 16: Review and Discussion of Niyama

What's Included

1. English/Korean subtitles: The instructor's words appear in Korean subtitles.
2. Korean/English subtitles: Even if students speak in Korean, the instructor sees English subtitles.
3. My Practice Record provided in PDF/DOCX format
4. Class Summary PDF file provided for each session
5. Class recording available for 7 days in case of absence