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By Faye Martins Vinyasa comes from the Sanskrit word meaning, "flow," and the flowing movements from one position to another are the essence of the many forms that constitute Vinyasa yoga practice. Vinyasa is often compared to a dance, and this aspect of the practice can pose special problem when teaching vinyasa yoga classes.

By Faye Martins While there isn't a universal written code for yoga instructor ethics, there are a basic set of moral guidelines that yoga teachers strive to adhere to. Most of them align with the eight limbs of yoga, which are basic principles that all yogis try to stick with in order to lead a full and meaningful life, but there are certainly other ethical standards yoga instructors try to achieve.