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March 21, 2023March 18, 2023

As a Kundalini teacher, you are a vessel, not a creator. You will learn yoga asanas that have been developed over thousands of years and passed down from Yogi Bhajan to you. Sharing these teachings with your students is a solemn duty. You cannot cut out meditation because it takes too long or eliminate pranayama because you don’t like it. You must share the original, sacred teachings. In Kundalini yoga, your individual preferences are not important; only your students matter.

Yoga Instructor Training Courses – The Teacher Within

March 1, 2023February 27, 2023

Becoming a Yoga teacher is more than just a career choice; it is also an affirmation of a way of life that has been helping people for…

Teaching Private Yoga Lessons

December 1, 2022December 1, 2022

Although there are opportunities to work as a Yoga instructor in many of these settings, a Yoga teacher may also want to consider offering private lessons to his or her students. Working as a private Yoga instructor can be both very rewarding and lucrative. You will be able to work with people who may not otherwise be able to physically attend a Yoga class. You will also be able to set your own rates and hours.

Teaching Yoga: The Best Methods for Observing Yoga Classes

November 21, 2022November 20, 2022

Good yoga teaching encompasses a wide range of skills and knowledge. The best yoga teachers are often “naturals,” having an innate ability to reach students in a positive, uplifting manner. However, many important teaching skills and methods can be learned. The most successful teachers are constantly self-evaluating, observing peers, and continually striving to make themselves more effective. Observation in itself is somewhat of an art, with different methods appropriate for various situations. When evaluating other yoga instructors, it is important to focus the observation on a particular skill or method.

Correcting Yoga Students in Standing Postures

November 18, 2022November 18, 2022

Standing poses present terrific opportunities to improve spinal alignment. Students can practice lengthening and extending their spines, which can help reverse chronic slouching and rounded shoulders. Often, a Yoga teacher can prompt a student to lengthen his or spine, by simply placing a finger on the spine and reminding them to stand up straight.

Teaching Restorative Yoga Classes – Ultimate Guide

September 13, 2024October 8, 2022

Perhaps you are looking for a complete life change or have been made redundant from your job. In these cases a yoga teacher training that completely immerses you in the process of practice, training and theory can be a better option.

Is Yoga Teacher Training Worth It?

September 21, 2022September 20, 2022

Yoga instructor training is a small step through a gateway and a life-long journey of self-acceptance and empowerment. What you learn…

How Much Time Does It Take to Become a Yoga Teacher?

March 15, 2023September 7, 2022

Most yoga teacher training programs offer two levels of classes: a 200 hour class and a 500 hour class. The 200 hour class is the basic course that all yoga instructors must pass, while the 500 hour class is available for ambitious, passionate and studious instructors looking to launch their careers to the next level.

Teaching Yoga: The Power of Observation

August 23, 2022August 23, 2022

The Yoga teacher who turns his or her back to students, while teaching a group has decided to perform rather than partake in teaching yoga.

A Brief History of Yoga Therapy

August 19, 2022August 14, 2022

Some of the many conditions Yoga therapy has relieved are: Depression, insomnia, breathing difficulties, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, mourning, sciatica and muscle tension, autoimmune illnesses, nervousness, perfectionism, and many other ailments.