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The Ethical Commitment

Yoga Alliance is committed to strengthening and upholding the highest ethical standards in yoga instruction to pursue progress towards a more equitable and harmonious community, where all individuals can find their place in a yoga practice.

The Ethical Commitment establishes shared responsibility, enhancing accountability for credential holders. This means that practitioners and the public can trust that Yoga Alliance members provide quality teaching in inclusive environments. It consists of three parts: a Code of Conduct, a Scope of Practice, and a responsibility to Equity in Yoga.

Code of Conduct

Scope of Practice

Equity in Yoga

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Yoga Alliance Policies

Elevating quality, integrity, inclusion, education, and safety in yoga is paramount to all we do at Yoga Alliance. Upholding these values requires all members to review and abide by our policies. 

Safety and Accountability

Everyone should be free to practice yoga safely. All Yoga Alliance members sign the Ethical Commitment and agree to the Yoga Alliance member policies. Our Team handles claims, inquiries and concerns about our members and potential violations to the Ethical Commitment.

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