Living the Five Virtues

Established 2010

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Greenville Yoga

3221 Old Buncombe Rd, Greenville, SC 29609, USA

Greenville, SC

Program Instances

In person

Sep 26 – Feb 20, 2027

148 days • 25 hours • $ 300+

Greenville, SC, US

Led by

Liz Delaney

CYT-L3

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Purpose

A six-month study with a group of dedicated students who are ready to delve more deeply into the principles and traditions of Yoga. This is a perfect course for anyone who wishes to soak up yogic wisdom or become an example of leadership in their field.

What to expect

A course that includes courageous personal reflection that allows the highest version of yourself to shine through, and your best life to emerge. Each weekend we will study one of five virtues: gratitude, forgiveness, honesty, kindness, and humility. During the sixth weekend, you will create a personal code of conduct in order to live your Yoga each day. You will be required to read one book for each meeting and home practices will be given should you choose to get the most out of your experience.

Each weekend includes:

1.5 hour asana practice

guided meditation session

group reflection through guided discussions

personal reflection through focused journal questions

Style/Lineage

Greenville Yoga is a sanctuary that allows open-hearted seekers (even those who struggle with physical aches / pains, isolation, anxiety, and fear) to slow down, be seen and find belonging in themselves and in community. Through the gift of community and inspiration of our teacher-leaders, our classes will regulate your nervous system so you can connect with that still, quiet space within. This connection allows us to collectively wake up and dream a new way to be in the world: one kind human at a time.

Additional Information

Core competencies

By the end of this program, graduates will be able to…

Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics	Discuss biomechanics of ujjayi breathing to share effectively how ujjayi / diaphragmatic breathing stabilizes the spine and supports a healthy low back in yoga practices Apply foundational anatomy knowledge to practice foundational poses with good alignment, risk mitigation, appropriate adaptations, and using props safely and effectively
Yoga History & Theory	Describe the yamas and niyamas including key ideas, historical context, and modern day application Describe the 8-fold path including key ideas, historical context, and typical practices for personal application
Practice Skills	Practice daily and/or weekly shamatha and vipassana meditation by engaging in consistent concentration and insight practices, cultivating steadiness of attention, observational awareness, and reflective understanding over time Demonstrate the how and why of ujjayi breathing by accurately performing the technique, explaining its key mechanics, and articulating how and when it is used to support breath regulation, focus, and stability in yoga practice Practice a variety of yoga styles based on one’s own energy levels by intentionally selecting practices ranging from yin and restorative to gentle flow and more vigorous sun salutations, demonstrating self-awareness, adaptability, and appropriate regulation in response to daily needs
Lifestyle & Ethics	Describe their own ethical code of three to five guiding principles to guide their lives Discuss ethical precepts of the course (gratitude, forgiveness, truthfulness, kindness, humility) by explaining their meaning and reflecting on how these values inform personal practice, and interactions with others Describe how self-study has impacted your life over the course of the training including any changes in your physical, mental, and emotional state

AYC allows each school to state and evaluate the competencies each student acquires. Students rate how well the program delivered them.

Program Emphasis

Evaluation methods

Program evaluations

During the course, we teach foundational breathing and poses as an access point to self-inquiry. Throughout the course, Liz walks around and guides each student to find the best shapes for their anatomical structure and support them with props or alternate poses as needed. The breathing and yoga poses are assessed via direct observation. Following the course, there is an optional written component for self-reflection that can be turned in to continue our conversations and assess where students are when they leave. (I tried to upload written assessment several times and it keeps saying it failed.)