Class Theme around 8 Limbs of Yoga: Niyama – Personal Discipline & Self-Care

Theme: Cultivating Inner Strength

1️⃣ Framing it at the Start – Ask students to set an intention based on one Niyama (e.g., Santosha for contentment, Tapas for discipline). “What personal practice are you committing to today?”

2️⃣ Pacing & Transitions – Encourage mindful effort vs. overexertion. “Let your movement be steady and intentional—Tapas is about sustainable fire, not burnout.”

3️⃣ Holding Space in Stillness – Use a long hold in a grounding pose (e.g., Warrior II for resilience or Child’s Pose for surrender). “How can you stay present even when the pose challenges you?”

4️⃣ Closing Reflection – “Which Niyama resonates most with your life right now? How can you embody this beyond your mat?”

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