Yoga Philosophy Course
Discover The Heart of Yoga Philosophy
Why This Course?
Modern yoga often focuses on the body—but classical yoga is a path to inner liberation.
This 4-class journey helps you reconnect with the true purpose of yoga:
to transcend suffering, purify the self, and awaken your relationship with the Divine.
Through the lens of traditional texts and the sacred Aṣṭākṣarī mantra, this course reveals how yoga is not self-enhancement—but soul-realization.
Our Course is Supported by Ancient Tradition and the Original Sacred texts of Yoga.
Class 1
The Six Darśanas and Beyond
Mapping the Vision of Reality in Sanātana Dharma
Our journey begins with an exploration of the philosophical roots of yoga. In this class, we introduce the six classical āstika darśanas—schools of thought that uphold the authority of the Vedas:
🔹 Nyāya – Logic and valid knowledge
🔹 Vaiśeṣika – The science of categories and atoms
🔹 Sāṅkhya – Dualism of Self and Nature
🔹 Yoga – The path of inner discipline and liberation
🔹 Pūrva Mīmāṁsā – Ritual and Vedic duty
🔹 Vedānta – The culmination: Self-knowledge and the divine (especially in its Viśiṣṭādvaita form)
To provide a complete picture, we also introduce the nāstika schools—those that reject Vedic authority but offer powerful critiques and insights:
🔸 Buddhism – The path of no-self, impermanence, and liberation through insight
🔸 Jainism – The way of nonviolence, karmic purification, and spiritual discipline
🔸 Cārvāka – Ancient materialism: direct perception and worldly enjoyment
Together, these traditions offer a rich spectrum of inquiry into reality, the self, and liberation.
Anchored in the devotional lineage of Śrī T. Kr̥ṣṇamācārya and the teachings of Viśiṣṭādvaita Vedānta, this session places Yoga in its true philosophical context—as a sacred science of the soul rooted in eternal wisdom.
Class 2
Why Practice Yoga? –Understanding what is freedom from the bondage of Samsara.
(Yoga Science of Self-Realization)
Discover why all beings suffer under three forces:
- Ādhyātmika – inner suffering (mind, body, karma)
- Ādhibhautika – outer causes (people, environment)
- Ādhidaivika – divine/fate-based forces
Learn how yoga purifies these layers and brings clarity to life’s challenges.
Samantraka Pranayama Practice
Class 3
Tattva, Hita & Puruṣārtha – Truth, Path, and Goal
Understand the three pillars of spiritual orientation:
- Tattva – the truth of soul, God, and matter
- Hita – the path of surrender, mantra, and bhakti
- Puruṣārtha – the soul’s highest goal: mokṣa (liberation)
Explore the Aṣṭākṣarī mantra (oṁ namo nārāyaṇāya) as a key to unlock each of these dimensions.
Practice: Mantra japa with meaning and journaling: “What is my real goal in yoga?”
Class 4
Aṣṭākṣarī Mantra: The Heart of Samantraka Krama
Dive into the eight sacred syllables: oṁ namo nārāyaṇāya – the mūla-mantra of yogic devotion.
In this session, we explore:
• The meaning and structure of the mantra
• Its role in the inner ritual (antar-yāga) of Samantraka Krama
• How mantra becomes a vehicle of meditation, breath, and inner absorption
Practice:
🔸 Guided Aṣṭākṣarī japa with breath
🔸 Subtle nyāsa on cakra points
🔸 Mantra-dhyāna in seated stillness
This mantra is not just chanted — it is installed, enlivened, and embodied.
What you'll learn
- Yoga As Science of Self-Realization
- Philosophical Foundations
- Application to the Sadhana Practices
- Purification Processes
- Samantraka Krama
- Meditation Techniques
- Proper Mantra Recitation
- List of right Yoga Texts
Target audiences
- Yoga Teachers, Yoga Practitioners, Spiritual Seekers.
Yadu Yoga Philosophy Course
Rooted in the Teachings of Śrī T. Kr̥ṣṇamācārya and the Eternal Sampradāya
This foundational course offers an in-depth exploration of yoga philosophy as transmitted by Śrī T. Kr̥ṣṇamācārya—harmonizing the timeless wisdom of Patañjali, the Upaniṣads, and the Bhakti-centered teachings of the Viśiṣṭādvaita-Vedānta tradition.
Participants will study the nature of the self (ātman), the layers of human experience (śarīras and kośas), karma, dharma, and the role of devotion (bhakti) in yoga.
Through scriptural study, contemplative practice, and living lineage teachings, this course restores yoga to its original purpose: self-realization in loving service to the Supreme.
What’s Included in the Course
Yoga Philosophy for the Soul Seeker
A 4-Week Online Journey into Tattva, Mantra, and Inner Purification
4 Live or Pre-recorded Classes (90 minutes each)
Each session includes:
- Traditional yoga philosophy teachings rooted in Vedānta and Pāñcarātra
- Guided reflections, journaling, and Q&A time
- Sanskrit verses with IAST transliteration and English meaning
- Philosophical and meditative applications to daily life and practice
Core Topics You Will Learn
- Why Practice Yoga?Understanding the threefold miseries (adhyātmika, adhibhautika, ādhidaivika)– and how yoga provides the inner tools for transcendence.
- Tattva, Hita, and PuruṣārthaLearn how the soul, God, and matter relate, and why liberation (mokṣa) is the ultimate aim—not just wellness.
- The Power of the Aṣṭākṣarī MantraDeep study and guided japa of oṁ namo nārāyaṇāya, revealing the meaning of surrender, connection, and divine identity.
- Bhūta-Śuddhi: Purifying the Five ElementsMeditative and energetic practices to align and purify Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space in body and mind.
Included Practices & Tools
- Guided meditations for elemental purification and soul awareness
- Study sheets: IAST transliterations, verse meaning, and commentary
- Mantra recitation audio files (Aṣṭākṣarī & Bhūta-śuddhi)
- Reflective journaling prompts after each session
- Optional community WhatsApp or Telegram group for reflections and questions between sessions
Completion Certificate (Optional)
Receive a digital Certificate of Completion (10–12 hours) if attending all classes or completing assignments.
Bonus Resources
- Downloadable PDFs for each session
- Sanskrit pronunciation tips and audio
- Optional reading list: Bhagavad Gītā (Ch. 2, 6, 13, 18), Vedārtha Saṅgraha (excerpts), Pādmasaṁhitā (yoga sections)
Access Details
- All classes are held via Zoom or available as replays
- Lifetime access to recordings and study materials
- Email support for follow-up questions and clarification
