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Yoga, in its essence, is about uniting the mind, body, and spirit. It encourages finding presence, awareness, and connection—principles that extend beyond the physical postures (asanas) and into every aspect of life. One such powerful practice in yoga that helps us cultivate this connection is the use of Dristi. Dristi, often translated as “gaze,” is […]
Starting a career as a yoga teacher can be both exciting and overwhelming. After completing your training, you might find yourself filled with enthusiasm to share yoga with others, but at the same time, you may have questions and uncertainties about how to navigate the challenges of the profession. One of the most effective ways […]
One of the most important aspects of our role as yoga teachers is guiding students toward a deeper connection with their practice. Among the myriad of tools available to enhance this connection, the bandhas—often translated as “locks” or “seals”—are some of the most powerful. These energetic techniques can significantly improve a student’s alignment, breath control, […]
As yoga teachers, we hold the unique opportunity to create a space that not only nurtures the physical asana practice but also encourages mental, spiritual, and emotional growth. One powerful tool in our teaching arsenal is the concept of setting an intention, or Sankalpa in Sanskrit. Intentions help to guide the energy of a class, […]
Ah, the holiday season. The time of peace and calm, right? Not at all. In fact, for most of us it is one of the least peaceful and most stressful times of the year. There are the pressures of holiday shopping, holiday travel, visiting with family and friends, decorating, meal planning and preparation, and get […]
The Buzz If you’re anything like me, when you hear a new buzzword, you must investigate! I’ve been hearing and seeing lots lately about “breathwork” (one word). I became curious about breathwork events with no mention of yoga in their description. How can this be? The breath work I’m familiar with is the fourth limb […]
According to yoga philosophy, in the subtle, energetic body there are pathways called nadis – An estimated 72,000 of them (36,000 on the right side of our body, and 36,000 on the left) that move Prana (life force energy) through our body. The Three Main Nadis Ida Nadi – which begins and ends on the […]
The Yoga Sutras are a compilation of 196 aphorisms believed to be written by the sage, Patanjali Maharishi, some 2,000 plus years ago. It is in the Yoga Sutras where we first learn about the 8 Limbs of Yoga (Ashtanga). The Sutras are a great source of inspiration to create themes for your classes. Using […]
If there is any one thing holding you back from teaching yoga, it might be fear. Keep reading to conquer your fear of teaching with these simple steps. You’ve heard the quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt: “the only thing we have to fear, is fear itself” and there is much truth to this. What is […]
As a new yoga teacher or trainee, do you give (or plan to give) hands-on adjustments in your classes? Or, are you more hands-off? Read on and you may reconsider your decision. During my 200-hour YTT, I learned all sorts of options for giving manual adjustments and assists while teaching. In fact, one of the requirements […]
Check out my Themes & Sequences ebook of 20 unique themes, suggested scripts (from intention setting to savasana), and corresponding inspirational quotes.
Also included is a BONUS of 5 full sequences for 75-minute vinyasa classes (including warm-ups and cool-downs), and suggested themes!
That’s 20 weeks of stress-free class theme planning. I’ve done the work for you and hopefully provided you with inspiration along the way!
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