Practising yoga is far more than mastering poses—it’s following the Eight Limbs of Yoga, a complete guide to living and teaching well. In any good Yoga TTC Uttarakhand (Yoga Teacher Training Course in Uttarakhand), including our programme at Rishi Adiyog Peeth in Nainital, you’ll explore each of these steps for a balanced, meaningful life.
The Eight Limbs in Simple Terms
Yama – Ethical conduct
Non-harming, truthfulness, non-stealing, moderation, and non-possessiveness guide how we treat others.
Niyama – Personal habits
Cleanliness, contentment, self-discipline, self-study, and surrender help us care for ourselves.
Asana – Body postures
Yoga poses made steady and comfortable to prepare body and mind for deeper practices.
Pranayama – Breath control
Breathing exercises that calm the mind and energize the body.
Pratyahara – Sensory withdrawal
Turning attention inward by gently detaching from external distractions.
Dharana – Focused concentration
Training the mind to hold attention on one object—breath, mantra, candle flame, etc.
Dhyana – Meditation
A state of peaceful, uninterrupted awareness where the mind flows quietly.
Samadhi – Absorption
Moments of bliss and oneness when self-consciousness dissolves.
Why These Matter in Yoga TTC Uttarakhand
Complete training: You learn more than asanas—you develop ethics, breath mastery, and teaching skills.
Global recognition: All Yoga Alliance-approved TTCs include the Eight Limbs in their curriculum.
Personal growth: Each practice builds on the last, guiding you from physical wellbeing to spiritual clarity.
How We Teach Them at Rishi Adiyog Peeth
Yama & Niyama: Reflections and group sharing every morning.
Asana: Twice‑daily labs with teacher feedback.
Pranayama: Dawn breathwork by the lake.
Pratyahara & Dharana: Candle-gazing and quiet evenings.
Dhyana: Daily guided meditation sessions.
Samadhi: Silent retreat day in Week 4.
🧭 Self‑Check: Are You on the Path?
Question Yes Progressing
Can you name all five Yamas? ☐ ☐
Did you practice contentment today? ☐ ☐
Is your posture in asana steady and painless? ☐ ☐
Can you slow your breath on purpose? ☐ ☐
Have you tried tuning out distractions for 5 mins? ☐ ☐
Can you stay focused on one point for 2 mins? ☐ ☐
Meditated for at least 10 mins in silence? ☐ ☐
Have you experienced a moment of full presence ☐ ☐
Tip: For each “Progressing” answer, set one small goal this week—such as a 5‑minute breath awareness or a short meditation.
Ready to Walk the Eight‑fold Path?
Our upcoming Yoga TTC Uttarakhand in Nainital begins soon. Want to dive deeper into your own transformation? Visit rishiadiyogpeeth.com or WhatsApp +91 79836 56300 to reserve your spot in our next 200‑Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course.