Teaching Yoga Archives

Should I Become a Yoga Instructor?

August 19, 2022August 13, 2021

When you want to become a yoga instructor, you are going to have to make sure you fulfill any requirements that the place where you want to teach requests. This means that you will need to have the endurance to get through the courses, and you will also have to find courses that match up with your own time schedule. One additional point to make: Each facility is unique and may require different teachers for different classes. If you are a Restorative teacher, don’t expect to get an audition for the Power Yoga teaching position. If you are an RYT, don’t expect the local Bikram yoga school to open the doors to you, unless you were trained by Bikram Choudhury. One key doesn’t open all the doors and neither does one certification.

Teaching Yoga for Cancer Patients

August 19, 2022August 12, 2021

The beginning lessons may be difficult for some cancer patients, particularly if their body has succumbed to the illness greatly, but the benefits of yoga are worth the initial rough start. The deep breathing exercises are also an important aspect of teaching yoga to cancer patients. As time progresses, patients will find that regular yoga exercises help them cleanse their bodies and to give them a sense of comfort and ease, washing away their anxieties and worries.

Four Tips for Physical Assists During Yoga Classes

August 19, 2022August 2, 2021

Should yoga teachers physically assist their students to help them get into the correct poses, or should teachers rely solely upon verbal instructions? The question is a good one, and sometimes a controversial one, since not all students feel comfortable with being touched by the yoga instructor.

Continuing Education – Do Yoga Teachers Need It?

August 19, 2022July 27, 2021

Individuals who support ongoing education for yoga teachers poses many strong arguments to legitimate their claim that continued study is necessary and important. One argument posed to promote the notion that ongoing education is important is that there is always something new to discover and experience in the field of yoga.

Teaching Hatha Yoga: Difficult Students and Fitness Centers

August 19, 2022June 5, 2021

A Power Yoga teacher is called, by the fitness center she works for – to substitute her class for the regular step aerobics class; this…

Teaching Yoga As a Profession – Consultants and Mentors

September 3, 2022May 20, 2021

As Yoga classes grew in the West, classes moved into Yoga studios, large ashrams, fitness centers, spas, and large public areas. Suddenly, Yoga became something that teachers could devote their whole day to. As a result, some part-time Yoga teachers became full-time teachers.

What Kind of Yoga Should I Teach?

August 19, 2022April 9, 2021

By Gopi Rao Before entering a yoga instructor course, many people ask, “What kind of yoga should I teach?” There is a soul searching process based on passion and the popularity of classes. One might want to teach an obscure style because of a deep passion and calling, but not every prospective student is deeply …

Teaching Yoga: Choosing the Best Yoga Mat

August 19, 2022February 17, 2021

One of the benefits of practicing yoga training is that practitioners need few pieces of equipment. The most basic piece of equipment in a yoga class is the mat. Lightweight and small, mats afford a yoga student to practice pretty much anywhere.

What to Do with Difficult Yoga Students?

August 19, 2022December 8, 2013

Much like all of your past training: Clear your mind, take a deep breath and relax. As a Yoga teacher, the time comes when one unique student causes unnecessary suffering in the classroom. Perhaps they come late to class, or question your every move. Some students may want to rush the lesson or answer phone calls in the middle of a Yoga class.

Avoid Financial Struggles While Teaching Yoga

August 19, 2022November 20, 2013

Taking a part-time job may not seem like the best option, but there are many job opportunities that can complement the lifestyle associated with practicing and teaching yoga. Working in a health food store or a meditation tea shop can be both relaxing and enlightening. A part-time job related to a favorite hobby, such as working in a crafts store or in a bakery, may also provide a steady source of income and a comfortable and stimulating work environment.