Becoming a better yoga teacher is about more than mastering poses or memorizing sequences. It’s about knowing how to connect with your students, guiding them toward their own growth, and recognizing your own blind spots as a teacher. One of the most surprising things...
Yoga teacher affirmation: I greet my students by name. I see my students. I acknowledge that students come to class to be seen. I show I see them by calling them by name. And I confirm I am pronouncing names correctly, so that everyone feels truly seen. For more on...
As yoga teachers, we know that our students come to class not just for the physical practice but also for the sense of connection practicing in community offers. One of the most powerful ways to foster this connection is simple: learn your students’ names and use...
Yoga teacher affirmation: it’s not about me. Because I center and trust my students, I understand choices they make in class—including leaving class—are not about me. I trust my students to do what is best for them. And if you need a reminder it’s not...
I was delighted to go back on the Fit Bottomed Girls podcast, especially because it’s now helmed by my colleague (and Teaching Yoga to Athletes alumna!) Alison Heilig. We spoke about how to emphasize your recovery. Happily, recovery is something you can do for...
