- Yama
- Niyama
- Asana
- Pranayama
- Pratyahara
- Dharana
- Dhyana
- Samadhi
Yamas (abstentions) – truth, non-violence, control of sexual energy, non-stealing, and non-covetousness.
Niyamas (observances) – austerities, purity, contentment, study, surrender of the ego.
Asanas (postures) – steady poses.
Pranayama (breath control) – control of vital energy.
Pratyahara – withdrawal of the senses.
Dharana – concentration of the mind.
Dhyana – meditation.
Samadhi – the super conscious state.