Iyengar Yoga Ottawa-Gatineau has adopted the following Code of Ethics as the
set of guiding principles to which we aspire. This Code is for all members
of the Association. It is based on the Yamas and Niyamas of the Yoga Sutras
of Patanjali, the first two of the eight limbs of yoga. These principles provide
a guide for ethical behaviour in how we treat others and ourselves.
1. |
Applicability |
1.1 |
The Code of Ethics is not exhaustive. Failure to address any particular
conduct does not mean that the conduct is necessarily ethical or unethical. |
1.2 |
Lack of familiarity with or misinterpretation of the Code of Ethics
does not justify unethical conduct. |
2. |
Yamas - Ethical Disciplines |
2.1 |
Ahimsa: non-violence - intending no harm in thought, word and
deed. |
2.2 |
Satya: truth - being sincere, honest and truthful. |
2.3 |
Asteya: non-stealing - not misappropriating another person's wealth,
belongings, or ideas. |
2.4 |
Brahmacharya: moderation - in dress and behavior. |
2.5 |
Aparigraha: non-coveting - the possessions or status of others;
freedom from greed. |
3. |
Niyamas - Individual Conduct |
3.1 |
Sauca: cleanliness and purity - externally as well as in one's
thoughts, words and actions. |
3.2 |
Santosa: contentment - a state of cheerfulness and benevolence. |
3.3 |
Tapas: ardor - dedication to the practice of yoga and to maintaining
high standards of integrity, discipline, burning desire to study and
learn. |
3.4 |
Svadhyaya: study of the self - study of the Self, study of sacred
texts and the practices of yoga. |
3.5 |
Ishvara Pranidhana - surrender to God or a Higher force. |
