Niyamas, the second limb of Patanjali’s ashtanga yoga plan translates as the ‘rules of conduct.’ These are the behaviours and attitudes towards ourselves. This month we will continue the study of yogas ethics by focusing on the Niyamas ~ shaucha (purity), santosha (contentment), tapas (discipline), swadhyaya (self-study) and Ishvarapranidhana (devotion). Just as we take the time to reflect outwards on our attitude towards others, we must also take the time to reflect inwards on our attitude towards the self. As BKS Iyengar says “Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees.”
The workshop is taught with modifications for all levels, hands on adjustments, music, breath awareness and relaxation.