Teaching the Yamas and Niyamas to Children

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Course features

  • Author: Cyndie Marler
  • Level: Advanced
  • Study time: X hours
  • Video time: X hours
  • Exams: X

Course overview:

Teaching the yogic principles of Patanjali’s Yamas and Niyamas helps build empathy, resilience, and healthy habits early on, reducing behaviors like bullying or impulsivity while encouraging gratitude and self-reflection.
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Why this topic is important NOW:

In a world of endless screens, social comparison, digital bullying, and rising anxiety, children need more than ever to develop inner strength, ethical clarity, and emotional resilience.


     
What's included?

  • 7 Chapters
  • 1 Certification
  • 340 Questions
  • 25 Video
  • 32 PDF

Teach children these timeless tools to foster  kindness, confidence, and inner peace.

This practical, heart-centered course shows parents, yoga teachers, educators, and homeschool families how to introduce the ancient Yamas and Niyamas — yoga’s ethical guidelines for living with compassion and integrity.

Clear, child-friendly explanations of all 10 principles (5 Yamas + 5 Niyamas)

Whether you teach in a studio, classroom, or at home, these lessons transform abstract concepts into joyful experiences children will remember and live by.

Benefits of Teaching Children About the Yamas and Niyamas

Teaching Yamas and Niyamas isn’t about rigid rules but about empowering children with timeless tools for living well. These principles are universal and can be adapted to secular or faith-based contexts—many schools and parenting programs already incorporate similar values through character education or social-emotional learning (SEL).

Cultivates Moral Integrity and Ethical Decision-Making

  • Personal: Children learn to make choices aligned with values like honesty (Satya) and non-stealing (Asteya), fostering reliability and self-respect.

  • Psychological: Builds a strong internal compass, reducing cognitive dissonance and guilt from impulsive actions, which supports better emotional regulation and resilience.

  • Spiritual: Aligns actions with a sense of higher purpose, encouraging children to view life as interconnected and meaningful beyond immediate self-interest.

Promotes Emotional Regulation and Empathy

  • Personal: Practices like Ahimsa (non-violence) teach kindness toward self and others, helping children manage anger and conflicts constructively.

  • Psychological: Develops empathy and perspective-taking, lowering aggression and improving social skills; studies on mindfulness-based programs (which often incorporate similar principles) show reduced anxiety in children.

  • Spiritual: Fosters a sense of unity and compassion, deepening the understanding that harming others ultimately affects the whole.

Encourages Self-Discipline and Focus

  • Personal: Niyamas such as Tapas (self-discipline) and Saucha (cleanliness) help children build habits around routines, organization, and perseverance.

  • Psychological: Improves attention span, impulse control, and academic performance by training the brain’s executive functions.

  • Spiritual: Cultivates inner strength and dedication to growth, viewing challenges as opportunities for transformation rather than obstacles.

Fosters Contentment and Reduces Materialism

  • Personal: Santosha (contentment) and Aparigraha (non-possessiveness) teach gratitude and simplicity, leading to greater life satisfaction.

  • Psychological: Counters comparison, entitlement, and anxiety driven by consumerism; promotes healthier self-esteem rooted in internal qualities rather than external possessions.

  • Spiritual: Shifts focus from endless wanting to appreciation of the present moment and a deeper connection to life’s non-material aspects.

Supports Self-Awareness and Personal Growth

  • Personal: Svadhyaya (self-study) encourages reflection, journaling, or mindful observation of one’s thoughts and behaviors.

  • Psychological: Enhances metacognition (thinking about thinking), emotional intelligence, and the ability to learn from mistakes, supporting healthy identity formation.

  • Spiritual: Builds introspection and a relationship with one’s inner self, laying groundwork for lifelong spiritual inquiry and authenticity.

Builds Resilience, Community, and Connection to Something Greater

  • Personal: Practices like Brahmacharya (moderation) and Ishvarapranidhana (surrender/trust) help children navigate setbacks with balance and faith.

  • Psychological: Strengthens coping mechanisms, reduces perfectionism, and improves social harmony through shared ethical values in family or school settings.

  • Spiritual: Nurtures a sense of belonging—to family, community, nature, or a higher power—fostering purpose, hope, and a transcendent perspective on life’s challenges.

Instructors

Cyndie Marler
Founder, Yoga & Montessori Specialist
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Jaya Dharamdasani 
Yoga Specialist
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Barkha Jasinghani 
Montessori Specialist
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