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What Does It Mean to Become a Classical Yoga Teacher?

Kritika Bairagi | January 30th, 2025


Yoga today comes in many forms—hot yoga, aerial yoga, goat yoga, and countless other variations. Some styles cater to specific needs, while others are fleeting trends, blooming and fading like seasonal flowers. But at the heart of all these modern adaptations lies a strong, unshakable foundation: Classical Yoga.

Classical Yoga is the deep-rooted trunk of the vast tree of yoga, nourished by thousands of years of wisdom. Unlike trend-based styles, it remains unchanged in its essence, providing a structured and holistic approach to self-realization.

When you train in Classical Yoga, you don’t just follow trends—you build a foundation so strong that you can create your own path, setting yourself apart from the crowd.


Classical Yoga is not only a form of exercise but is a comprehensive science of body, mind, and spirit. The path to enlightenment is structured based on ancient texts such as the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the Bhagavad Gita.

The basic principles of Classical Yoga are:

Ashtanga Yoga : The eight limbs of yoga, including right living (Yama & Niyama), posture (Asana), breath control (Pranayama), sense withdrawal (Pratyahara), concentration (Dharana), meditation (Dhyana), and final samadhi or absorption.

Disciplined way: Classical Yoga requires devotion, time, and practice in the presence of a guru.

Holistic practice: In addition to physical postures, it encompasses meditation, breathing techniques, kriyas, and diet for total well-being.

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Not everybody teaches Classical Yoga. If one can learn the commercialized forms of yoga in a weekend workshop, the real classical technique is rather learned in a natural sense from a master who inherits this ancient wisdom from a lineage of teachers.

Sacred knowledge passed on from generation to generation does not come free; instead, it is passed on for the integrity of its intent.

Our courses at Online Yoga Life adhere to this heavenly system. Our Guruji, Dr. Radheshyam Mishra, is born into a century-old tradition of yoga masters. With years of experience, he has dedicated himself to teaching Classical Yoga so that his students could receive knowledge in its pure form.


Many become yoga teachers, but very few become Classical Yoga Teachers. It’s all about depth of knowledge, authenticity, and the scope to transform lives through teaching.

When you do a Classical Yoga Teacher Training Course, you:

  1. Deepen your knowledge beyond just the physical postures.
  2. Learn traditional techniques in the hands of lineage-rooted experienced teachers.
  3. Develop a holistic view by understanding yogic philosophy, lifestyle, and self-discipline while being able to teach.
  4. Be a yoga teacher with a difference and teach yoga as it was originally meant to be taught.
Classical Yoga

There are so many teacher training courses offered today, so you may ask why you should choose Online Yoga Life. 

Well, the reason is simple: our program is not just another yoga certification-it is a portal to authentic Classical Yoga teachings.

Learn from a Guru with a lineage. Dr. Radheshyam Mishra brings decades of wisdom, ensuring you receive genuine, time-tested teachings.

Traditional meets modern. While staying true to classical methods, our course is designed for the modern world, making it accessible online without losing its authenticity.

Comprehensive curriculum. Our course covers not just asanas but also philosophy, breathwork, meditation, kriyas, and holistic wellness.


The choice is yours. Do you want to follow trends, or do you want to be rooted in a system that has stood the test of time?

Becoming a Classical Yoga Teacher means immersing yourself in the depths of ancient wisdom and transforming not just your own life but the lives of your students.

If you’re ready to step beyond mainstream yoga and embrace the depth of Classical Yoga, then our online teacher training course is your perfect path. Learn from the lineage, deepen your practice, and become a true torchbearer of authentic yoga.

Ready to build strong roots in yoga? Join us today and embark on your journey to becoming a Classical Yoga Teacher.


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