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Explore Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra with Conor Byrnes

Prepare your Jivamukti Yoga chant book and get ready to explore Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, with Advanced Certified Teacher and 300HR Jivamukti Teacher Training mentor, Conor Byrnes.

Whether you’re a teacher or a student ready to dive deeper into Yoga Philosophy, this introductory course covers Chapter Two: Sadhana Pada - and includes a dive into the Yamas (ethical restraints) and Niyamas (personal observations).

No membership fee, no time limitation - just free practical guidance on the techniques and practices used to still the mind and achieve meditative It offers practical guidance on the techniques and practices used to still the mind and achieve meditative absorption.

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“You must be fueled by a burning desire to continuously study the Self, which is only available in the present moment, and to devote your self wholly to this effort – these are the actions to be taken to attain Yoga”

Sharon Gannon
Co-Founder of Jivamukti Yoga

Discover the Yoga Sutra, anytime, anywhere

What you'll learn

  • Clear introduction to Kriyā Yoga (tapaḥ, svādhyāya, īśvara praṇidhāna) and its practical meaning
  • Key themes and structure of Chapter 2, including how it applies to modern life
  • Insights and teachings from the Jivamukti lineage to support personal practice and growth

Who is this course for?

  • Curious about the foundations of yoga philosophy, especially Chapter 2 of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
  • Yoga practitioners who want to deepen their understanding beyond asana into traditional teachings
  • Teachers and dedicated students looking to refine their knowledge with guidance from Conor Byrnes
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“This introductory course aims to get you to the point where you can jump on your own into the practice of meditation”

Conor Byrnes

Here’s A Taste of What You’ll Be Learning

The Yamas

Introduction to the Yamas
9:10 min
PYS: Ahiṃsā
9:00 min
PYS: Satya
8:52 min
PYS: Asteya
7:28 min
PYS: Brahmacharya
11:07 min
PYS: Aparigraha
8:37 min

The Niyamas

Introduction to the Niyamas
3:53 min
Saucha
5:08 min
Santosha
7:46 min
Tapas
7:01 min
Svadhyaya
6:41 min
Isvarapranidana
6:51 min

15

lectures

+2

hours of learning

Chants

from the Jivamukti Yoga Chant Book
Deciphering the texts have been helped by the translations of Guru Swami Satchidananda, Edwin Bryant and the Yoga Sutras as they're found in the Jivamukti chant book. It’s recommended that you purchase the chant book to complement this free course. Get Your Copy Here

How to enroll?

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Step One

Create a free account
with Jivamukti Digital

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Step Two

Log in and head to
"my library"

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Step Three

Start the course

PYS 2.1

tapaḥ svādhyāya īśvara praṇidhānāni kriyā-yogaḥ

Self-discipline (Tapah), self-study (Svadhyaya), and surrender to the divine (Ishvara-Pranidhana) are Kriya-Yoga

Translation by Manorama

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Your Teacher

Conor Byrnes

Conor Byrnes is an Advanced Certified Jivamukti Yoga Teacher, mentor for apprentices based in Paris and mentoring the upcoming 300HR Teacher Training in India, February 2026. “My passion for yoga began at 18 and has since become the cornerstone of my life, guiding me with joy and inspiring determination. Inspired by my teachers, I developed a deep belief in the transformative power of asana and meditation, emphasizing the cultivation of compassion and intuition through embodied practice”.

“Thank you Conor for sharing your knowledge and wisdom. These videos add a great value to JD. Looking forward to watching them all!” Silke, Germany

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If these classes have sparked your curiosity, there’s much more to explore. Discover additional philosophy classes with Conor Byrnes and more of your favorite teachers on Jivamukti Digital. Begin a 3-day free trial with a monthly membership and gift yourself the chance to go deeper into yoga through philosophy, plus asana, meditation, and more.

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