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Yoga Sutra Lectures
A deep dive into the Yamas & Niyamas, Samkhya vs. Yoga Philosophy, and the History of the Sutras.
You receive three 90-minute lectures with Clara and special guests to learn about the Sutras of Patanjali. This collection covers the Yamas & Niyamas, Light on the Yoga Sutras by B.K.S. Iyengar, The History of the Sutras, how Samkhya and Yoga Philosophy differ, and how to integrate the wealth the Sutras have to offer into your own life.
🔹 Learn how to integrate these teachings into daily life.
This course is 4.5 CE Credits with Yoga Alliance.
$50 USD
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A Self-Paced Study with Clara Roberts-Oss
Program Overview
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are a timeless map for understanding the mind, navigating life’s challenges, and deepening one's connection to practice. In this self-paced lecture series, Clara Roberts-Oss unpacks key teachings from the Sutras, making them approachable and applicable to modern life.
Through three 90-minute recorded lectures, you’ll explore the ethical foundation of yoga, its philosophical roots, and the historical context of these teachings. Whether you're just beginning to explore yoga philosophy or looking to expand your understanding, this series offers practical insights to support your practice.
What You Will Learn
The Yamas and Niyamas—yoga’s ethical guidelines—and how to bring them into your daily life.
The relationship between Samkhya and Yoga philosophy and how they shape yogic thought.
The history of the Yoga Sutras and why they remain relevant today.
How to apply the Sutras’ wisdom to cultivate inner steadiness and clarity.
Tools for working with the mind and navigating mental fluctuations with awareness.
Yoga Sutra Lecture Series
How You Will Benefit
Deepen Self-Awareness – Observe your thoughts, habits, and patterns through the lens of the Sutras.
Strengthen Your Yoga Practice – Connect philosophy to movement, breath, and meditation.
Cultivate Emotional Resilience – Learn techniques to steady the mind and meet life’s shifts with greater ease.
Clarify Your Purpose – Align your actions with your values for a more intentional life.
Integrate Timeless Wisdom – Apply these ancient teachings in a way that resonates with the present moment.
Program Structure
This series includes three recorded lectures, each approximately 90 minutes long:
Yamas & Niyamas – Explore the ethical framework that guides yogic living.
Samkhya vs. Yoga Philosophy – Understand the distinctions and intersections between these two systems of thought.
History of the Sutras – Learn how these teachings have evolved and why they still matter today.
Each lecture invites you to engage deeply, reflect, and integrate these teachings into your life.
Who This Program is For
This series is for:
Yoga practitioners looking to expand their practice beyond the physical postures.
Teachers who want to weave more philosophy into their classes.
Anyone curious about the mind, consciousness, and the path to inner stillness.
Those seeking practical ways to apply yoga philosophy in everyday life.
Join Us
Step into the wisdom of the Yoga Sutras and discover how these teachings can support your journey. This self-paced course allows you to move through the material in your own time and incorporate these ancient principles into your practice and life.
This course is 4.5 CE Credits with Yoga Alliance.
$50 USD
This Content Lives On the Practice With Clara site.
Meet Your Guide:
Clara Roberts-Oss is the founder of the Lila School of Vinyasa and the Practice with Clara Membership virtual yoga studio.
Clara has been teaching for 20+ years and has been a facilitating in teacher trainings for over 15 years. She has been on the faculty of trainings both in NYC, Vancouver and abroad.
Clara opened her own school, Lila School of Vinyasa Yoga in 2013 and has been leading 200 + 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Programs worldwide.
Clara taught at the Chamonix Yoga Festival, Wanderlust Whistler, Northwest Yoga Conference, Whistler Yoga Conference, and the Whistler Yoga Festival.