Many of us come from lineages and training environments that discouraged questioning, blurred boundaries, or normalised shame-based approaches in the name of tradition or authority.

These patterns—often inherited rather than consciously chosen—have failed students and teachers alike, creating harm, confusion, and power imbalances that were rarely named or examined.

In this session, we explore how to maintain authenticity and respect for lineage without perpetuating cultural baggage or outdated power structures that emerged as yoga was transmitted into Western contexts. Through reflection, discussion, and practical frameworks, we examine consent, boundaries, touch, authority, and responsibility in ways that support integrity, clarity, and mutual respect.

In this session

• Understand consent, boundaries, and responsibility
• Navigate teacher–student dynamics with clarity
• Teach with integrity, confidence, and respect

Part of a series

Ethics, Boundaries & Teaching Presence is the final workshop of Moving Anatomy & Intelligent Teaching, a series of 8 workshops for yoga/movement teachers and dedicated practitioners who want to move beyond static anatomy and into living, felt understanding of how the body moves, and how that knowledge is perceived, integrated, and taught.