Category: Teaching
Plan a Year of Classes in Five Weeks: Designing Your Yoga Playbook
Here’s how to plan a year of yoga classes over the course of 10 hours and 5 weeks: join Designing Your Yoga Playbook, a live online training! We start Tuesday, June 4, so it’s time to sign up right now. Here are some frequently asked questions.
Close the Thesaurus: Mastering the Art of Powerful Yet Simple Language
Are you using too many five-dollar words in your yoga classes? Discover the impact of using evocative words sparingly and learn how to replace them with more accessible language.
Listen: J Brown Yoga Talks Podcast
Having two new books publish in the course of seven days this spring was . . . exciting. Slightly exhausting. Intellectually stimulating, for sure, especially when I had the opportunity to talk about both books in the same conversation. That has happened a few times, but most recently in a fantastic discussion with J Brown,…
Should Yoga Teachers Use Sanskrit? Pros and Cons Explained
Discover the benefits and drawbacks of incorporating Sanskrit in your yoga classes. Learn how it can connect your practice to its roots, but also explore potential issues of cultural appropriation and pronunciation variations.
How Thinking about Fashion Plates Helps You Plan Your Yoga Class
Thinking about segments of your class in chunks will let you quickly plan a balanced sequence that suits all levels. How to get started.
Silence Is Golden: The Power of Saying Less in Yoga Teaching
Discover the transformative impact of silence in yoga teaching. Learn why experienced teachers prioritize moments of quiet, allowing students to delve into their inner experience. Embrace stillness and create a space for mindfulness. Find out how to strike the balance between guidance and silence for optimal clarity and connection.
Listen: Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast
Get tips for your sequencing—and tons of advice on how to empower your students—in this Abundant Yoga Teacher conversation with Amy McDonald.
Mastering Yoga Communication: Effective Grammar Tips for Yoga Teachers
Discover essential grammar techniques to communicate clearly and connect with your students on a deeper level. Learn the importance of using the second person singular—and what that sounds like.
Nail Your Timing: How to Perfectly Pace Your Classes
Discover the secrets to nailing your timing as a yoga teacher for a seamless student experience. Learn how to avoid rushing through the second side and to make the most of your cues.
Last Call: Teaching Yoga to Athletes, July 8–12
Learn to help athletes—and people in general—by applying the principles of exercise physiology alongside yoga philosophy in Teaching Yoga to Athletes.
Volume and Pacing Make Your Yoga Class Good
Yoga teachers: here’s how to find the perfect volume and pacing so your students can best receive your message. Learn how to speak clearly and effectively, avoiding common pitfalls that can hinder your students’ experience.
Free Book Talk on The Art of Yoga Sequencing
Join me for a free virtual book talk on The Art of Yoga Sequencing, hosted by The Thread Yoga Collective. We meet online Tuesday, May 14, 2:00–3:30 p.m. EDT. Register here!