Category: Yoga
Affirmation: I Recognize I Don’t Even Know What I Don’t Know
Yoga teacher affirmation: I recognize I don’t even know what I don’t know. I know the parts of my practice that come easy are the hardest to teach. And I know my struggles are my superpowers as a teacher.
How to Get Better as a Yoga Teacher: Understanding Your Strengths and Blind Spots
The very strengths that make us good at yoga can also hold us back as teachers. And on the flip side, your perceived “weaknesses” are often your superpowers as a teacher! Here’s why.
Affirmation: I Greet My Students by Name
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.
The Importance of Learning and Using Your Students’ Names in Yoga Class
One of the most powerful ways to foster connection in your yoga class is simple: learn your students’ names and use them—correctly.
Now Available: Yoga Teacher Confidential Podcast
I’m thrilled to announce that my new podcast, Yoga Teacher Confidential, is officially live! This project has been a real delight to work on, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you. Yoga Teacher Confidential is for yoga teachers who want to feel more confident in the classroom. Whether you’ve been teaching for years or…
Affirmation: I Am Not the Hero. I’m the Guide.
Yoga teacher affirmation: I center my students’ agency by recognizing that I am not the hero, I am the guide. Everything I offer is a suggestion designed to guide the hero on their journey. For lots more on this affirmation and why it will change every element of your class and your career:
How to Get Better at Teaching Yoga: Watch Lots of Video
Next time you’re chopping veggies or doing chores, put on a yoga video—but watch it with a teacher’s eye. Observe the sequencing, cueing, and pacing. What makes the class special? Reverse-engineer the magic to bring it into your own teaching.
How to Get Better at Teaching Yoga: Assist Other Teachers
Want to become a better yoga teacher? Try assisting in someone else’s class. As a teaching assistant, you gain valuable insight into teaching styles, student responses, and classroom dynamics—all without the pressure of leading.
Preorder Available: Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses, Vol. 2
Now available for preorder wherever books are sold: Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses, Volume 2. This isn’t a second edition—it’s a whole-new volume, with 54 fresh themes, an evolved theming template, and more!
How to Get Better at Teaching Yoga: Be an Ongoing Student
Great yoga teachers are also great students. Attend classes regularly to keep your practice fresh and your teaching sharp. Learn from others, stay curious, and let your students benefit from your continuous growth.
Coming October 15: Yoga Teacher Confidential Podcast
Meet Yoga Teacher Confidential, a podcast designed for yoga teachers seeking to build confidence and expertise.
How to Get Better at Teaching Yoga: Define Yourself
What kind of yoga teacher do you want to be? Drill sergeant, sassy best friend, or something else? Defining your teaching persona helps you align your classes with your vision and goals.