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History

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Overview

In this lesson, we explore the historical roots and evolution of yoga from ancient times to contemporary practice.

Objective

Become familiar with the major lineages, texts, and cultural contexts that shaped yoga as we know it today.

What You'll Get

You'll gain perspective on how yoga transformed across millennia — from Vedic ritual to philosophical inquiry, from tantric practice to postural systems. We trace the threads that connect ancient teachings to modern studios, so you can speak with accuracy about where specific practices come from and why that matters. This isn't dry memorization; it's context that helps you teach with cultural awareness and helps students understand that yoga is a living tradition, not a static set of poses.

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