1. Muladhara – मूलाधार
(Root Chakra)
Located at the base of the spine, the Root Chakra represents our foundation and feeling of being grounded. It is associated with survival instincts and stability.
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1. Muladhara – मूलाधार
Yoga Chakra
1. Muladhara – मूलाधार
(Root Chakra)
Located at the base of the spine, the Root Chakra represents our foundation and feeling of being grounded. It is associated with survival instincts and stability.
Technical Details:
- Location: Base of the spine
- Color: Red
- Element: Earth
- Seed Mantra: Lam
- Associated Asanas: Mountain Pose (Tadasana), Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I)
- Functions: Security, stability, grounding
Training Approach:
In yoga teacher training, students learn grounding techniques, including standing poses and breathwork, to activate and balance the Root Chakra. Emphasis is placed on building a strong foundation in both physical practice and teaching methodology.
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2. Svadhisthana – स्वाधिष्ठान
2. Svadhisthana – स्वाधिष्ठान
(Sacral Chakra)
Situated below the navel, the Sacral Chakra governs creativity, pleasure, and emotional balance. It influences our relationships and sense of abundance.
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2. Svadhisthana – स्वाधिष्ठान
(Sacral Chakra)
Situated below the navel, the Sacral Chakra governs creativity, pleasure, and emotional balance. It influences our relationships and sense of abundance.
Technical Details:
- Location: Lower abdomen
- Color: Orange
- Element: Water
- Seed Mantra: Vam
- Associated Asanas: Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana), Goddess Pose (Utkata Konasana)
- Functions: Creativity, sexuality, pleasure
Training Approach:
Teacher trainees explore hip-opening sequences and fluid movements to connect with the Sacral Chakra. Discussions include fostering creativity in class planning and understanding emotional intelligence in teaching.
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3. Manipura – मणिपूर
3. Manipura – मणिपूर
(Solar Plexus Chakra)
Located in the upper abdomen, the Solar Plexus Chakra is the center of personal power, confidence, and self-discipline.
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3. Manipura – मणिपूर
(Solar Plexus Chakra)
Located in the upper abdomen, the Solar Plexus Chakra is the center of personal power, confidence, and self-discipline.
Technical Details:
- Location: Upper abdomen
- Color: Yellow
- Element: Fire
- Seed Mantra: Ram
- Associated Asanas: Boat Pose (Navasana), Warrior III (Virabhadrasana III)
- Functions: Confidence, willpower, metabolism
Training Approach:
Training focuses on core-strengthening exercises and breath control to empower the Manipura Chakra. Trainees learn to cultivate confidence in their teaching presence and decision-making.
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4. Anahata – अनाहत
4. Anahata – अनाहत
(Heart Chakra)
The Heart Chakra, at the center of the chest, is the bridge between the lower and upper chakras. It governs love, compassion, and connection.
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4. Anahata – अनाहत
(Heart Chakra)
The Heart Chakra, at the center of the chest, is the bridge between the lower and upper chakras. It governs love, compassion, and connection.
Technical Details:
- Location: Center of the chest
- Color: Green
- Element: Air
- Seed Mantra: Yam
- Associated Asanas: Camel Pose (Ustrasana), Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)
- Functions: Love, compassion, empathy
Training Approach:
Trainees engage in heart-opening postures and practices that foster empathy and connection. The curriculum includes techniques for creating inclusive and compassionate class environments.
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5. Vishuddha – विशुद्ध
5. Vishuddha – विशुद्ध
(Throat Chakra)
The Throat Chakra is the center of communication and self-expression. It enables us to speak our truth and listen effectively.
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5. Vishuddha – विशुद्ध
(Throat Chakra)
The Throat Chakra is the center of communication and self-expression. It enables us to speak our truth and listen effectively.
Technical Details:
- Location: Throat
- Color: Blue
- Element: Ether
- Seed Mantra: Ham
- Associated Asanas: Plow Pose (Halasana), Shoulder Stand (Sarvangasana)
- Functions: Communication, expression, truth
Training Approach:
Teacher training emphasizes clear communication skills, including cueing and voice modulation. Practices include chanting and breathwork to activate the Throat Chakra.
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6. Ajna – आज्ञा
6. Ajna – आज्ञा
(Third Eye Chakra)
Positioned between the eyebrows, the Third Eye Chakra governs intuition, insight, and imagination.
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6. Ajna – आज्ञा
(Third Eye Chakra)
Positioned between the eyebrows, the Third Eye Chakra governs intuition, insight, and imagination.
Technical Details:
- Location: Forehead, between the eyes
- Color: Indigo
- Element: Light
- Seed Mantra: Om
- Associated Asanas: Child's Pose (Balasana), Forward Fold (Uttanasana)
- Functions: Intuition, perception, wisdom
Training Approach:
Trainees practice meditation and visualization techniques to enhance inner awareness. The curriculum includes developing intuitive teaching methods and understanding student needs.
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7. Sahasrara – सहस्रार
7. Sahasrara – सहस्रार
(Crown Chakra)
At the top of the head, the Crown Chakra represents spiritual connection and enlightenment. It is the gateway to higher consciousness.
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7. Sahasrara – सहस्रार
(Crown Chakra)
Located at the crown of the head, the Crown Chakra is represents the gateway to higher consciousness and spiritual connection. It governs our relationship with the divine and the realization of unity with all existence. This chakra represents enlightenment, inner wisdom, and transcendence beyond the physical.
Technical Details:
- Location: Crown of the head
- Color: Violet or White
- Element: Cosmic Energy (beyond the five elements)
- Seed Mantra: Silence or Om
- Associated Asanas: Headstand (Sirsasana), Lotus Pose (Padmasana), Corpse Pose (Savasana)
- Functions: Spiritual awareness, inner peace, unity, higher consciousness
Training Approach:
In yoga teacher training, the Crown Chakra is explored through meditative practices, deep silence, and spiritual inquiry. Trainees are guided into stillness using Yoga Nidra, seated meditation, and mantra chanting to connect with the subtler aspects of the self. Philosophical studies—particularly of the Upanishads and Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras—support understanding of non-duality and liberation. Emphasis is placed on cultivating humility, presence, and devotion, allowing teachers-in-training to embody the spirit of yoga beyond techniques.
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English pronunciation : Chakra (Chuhk-rah)
Sanskrit संस्कृतम् : चक्र (Chakra)
Tamil தமிழ் : சக்ரா (Chakra)
Bahasa Melayu : Chakra
Malayalam മലയാളം : ചക്ര (Chakra)
Telugu తెలుగు : చక్ర (Chakra)
Français : Chakra
Sanskrit संस्कृतम् : चक्र (Chakra)
Tamil தமிழ் : சக்ரா (Chakra)
Bahasa Melayu : Chakra
Malayalam മലയാളം : ചക്ര (Chakra)
Telugu తెలుగు : చక్ర (Chakra)
Français : Chakra
Chakras are energy centers in the body that correspond to various physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life. Located along the spine, from the base to the crown of the head, these seven primary chakras regulate the flow of prana (life force energy) and influence vital organs, the nervous system, and the emotional body. Balancing and activating the chakras through practices like asana, pranayama, meditation, and mantra is essential for maintaining health, emotional well-being, and spiritual growth. When the chakras are aligned and energy flows freely, it leads to a state of harmony, vitality, and deeper awareness, essential for advancing in yoga and meditation practices.
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