Podcasts about ytts

In today's episode, you'll meet yoga teacher Reiki Shucart, who runs an in person and online yoga business and is the host of the podcast, “Full Time Yoga Teacher.” You'll hear her story, how she began teaching yoga and how she build a multi-faceted yoga business. She shares her philosophy as a teacher, shares from her work mentoring yoga teachers and gives perspective on working full time as a yoga teacher.    Listening to this episode will help you:   -See if working as a full time yoga teacher is a good fit for you -Determine the steps you might take to build a full time yoga business -Discover the different models of teaching yoga full time     You can find Reika on Instagram @reikayoga   Her website and online yoga studio can be found here:   https://www.reikayoga.com/ Find out a little more about Reika here:   Reika Shucart (she/her) is a 500 E-RYT, SmartFLOW-certified yoga teacher, Accessible Yoga Ambassador, and trauma-informed practitioner dedicated to making yoga inclusive, empowering, and purposeful. Born in Nepal and raised in Japan and the U.S., Reika draws from her multicultural background and academic foundation in sociology to offer classes rooted in accessibility, alignment, and intentional living. Her teaching blends functional movement, yoga philosophy, and mindful sequencing to support a wide range of students, from those recovering from injuries to those deepening their practice. Reika has taught internationally, led 200- and 300-hour YTTs, and offers mentorship for new yoga teachers. She believes yoga is a powerful tool for self-exploration, community care, and global awareness.     As an additional link, check out www.barebonesyoga.com for The Yoga Anatomy Accelerator. Use the code words “Podcast Offer” to get a discount for listening to the show!

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 391: Yoga for Wheelchair Users with Rodrigo Souza   Description: How can we make yoga classes more inclusive and accessible to wheelchair users? What are some dos and don'ts when it comes to working with differently-abled people? Rodrigo Souza shares his insights and perspectives.   Rodrigo Souza is the founder of Allihopa Yoga. After experiencing a life-changing spinal cord injury, Rodrigo turned his journey of recovery into a mission to make yoga accessible for all bodies. He shares adaptive yoga with people who have experienced trauma, loss, and disability while helping them find comfort, joy, mindfulness, and acceptance in their unique experiences.   In this episode, Rodrigo invites us to consider the language we use and how to be more inclusive with the words we use. He also shares his personal experiences with disability and being a wheelchair user, while reminding us that mistakes are a normal part of learning to be more inclusive. Rodrigo provides tips on practical ways to create more welcoming yoga spaces as well as guidance on teaching yoga to wheelchair users.   Whether you are seeking ways to adapt your yoga lessons to be more inclusive or simply want to challenge your assumptions, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.   Key Takeaways: [2:09] Shannon gives a shout out of thanks to sponsor, OfferingTree. [2:52] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Rodrigo Souza. [5:24] What does Rodrigo do and who does he do it for? [8:44] Shannon and Rodrigo discuss some of the terminology and language around people in wheelchairs. [10:58] What are some key things yoga teachers could change with their language? [14:24] Shannon shares a mistake she made when talking about a wheelchair user. [17:09] Rodrigo talks about the Golden Rule when it comes to working with wheelchair users. [19:31] It is important for us to diversify our friend circle, or at the very least, our social media feeds. [22:33] Rodrigo shares his experience tackling internalized ableism. [25:46] Shannon pops in with a few messages for listeners, including a shout out to sponsors, OfferingTree. [27:42] What has Rodrigo's experience been as a wheelchair user attending a regular yoga class? [30:21] Shannon and Rodrigo discuss how YTTs often tend to be rigid and not focused on inclusion, accessibility, and equity. [33:02] What are some variations of yoga poses that yoga teachers can offer to students who are wheelchair users? [40:16] What are some resources available to yoga teachers who want to make their yoga classes more accessible to wheelchair users? [42:10] Rodrigo is starting to write a book - he shares a little about some of the themes he will cover. [47:21] Rodrigo explains how yoga has helped him deal with pain. [51:24] Find out more about Rodrigo and learn from him via his website and social media. [53:07] Shannon shares some of her biggest takeaways from this conversation with Rodrigo. [55:56] Shannon shares a personal update. The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast turns 8! Links: Rodrigo Souza, Allihopa Yoga Rodrigo Souza on Instagram Accessible Yoga Ambassador & Mentorship Program The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 365: How to Teach Accessible Yoga with Jivana Heyman The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 092: Accessible Yoga Begins with Language with Elliot Kesse, Chantel Ehler and Katie Juelson The Teacher's Guide to Accessible Yoga (Podcast Series) The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 289: Limb Difference and Yoga with Melissa D'Errico Nemahsis Nemahsis says her label dropped her for her pro-Palestinian stance | CBC Arts Anti-Oppression, Inclusion and Accessibility in Yoga - Resources by The Connected Yoga Teacher The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Shannon Crow on Instagram   Gratitude to our Sponsor, OfferingTree   Quotes from this episode: "Mistakes are a step for us to learn."   "I think a teacher should never feel sorry for the student. That is the wrong power dynamic you have in the room if you go that way."   "Every mistake is a learning opportunity."  

In 'Live & Learn', real people share real stories, accompanied by a handpicked soundtrack sourced by our guests. Each episode dives into life's big themes—think sexuality, authenticity, and commitment—paired with six handpicked songs that hit just right. Real talk, good vibes, great music. Lior and Linn knew they'd found a best friend in each other the very moment they met on that sunny afternoon in February 2021. They have a mutual love for authenticity, creativity, and music. And talking, of course. A whole lot of talking.

In 'Live & Learn', real people share real stories, accompanied by a handpicked soundtrack sourced by our guests. Each episode dives into life's big themes—think sexuality, authenticity, and commitment—paired with six handpicked songs that hit just right. Real talk, good vibes, great music. Lior and Linn knew they'd found a best friend in each other the very moment they met on that sunny afternoon in February 2021. They have a mutual love for authenticity, creativity, and music. And talking, of course. A whole lot of talking.

How we train the next generation of yoga teachers is one of the most important conversations I think we can have as an industry.This series on the podcast has covered a lot of ground talking to experts from all over the world about their thoughts on YTTs.And this, our final interview, is with a person whose expertise is in the actual training of teachers.Leslie Pearlman is on the week, and what she has to say is the best.KEY TAKEAWAYS*How many times in this series can I say this? But yoga studios train, a lot of the time, because they need teachers who work like they do. Who understand their point of view in yoga. It isn't because they need the money, necessarily.*Being a great yoga teacher does not mean you are a great teacher trainer. Leading people through trainings is a skillset that is different than being a person who is amazing at leading a class.*Transferable skills from training to be a yoga teacher to doing other things in life are something we don't talk often about. But really, the things you learn about teaching yoga are things you can take out in your real life. You will be a better communicator from teaching yoga—and that can happen in all places in your life.*Who are you being? As the yoga teacher and space holder? This is such a good question. How do you show up when you are teaching yoga? Leslie identifies this as a crucial question—and I think she is correct. We need to be intentional about who we are as a teacher, and who we are in life as well.*The phrase “listen to your body” is a setup for failure without the accompanying skills of learning how to do that skillfully.*Mentorship matters. Leslie talks about an ascension model in her studio: essentially—where are your people going to go next? And I think mentoring skillfully needs to be part of the future of our industry. Do you need a mentor? Could you be a mentor? I want to talk a lot more about this on the podcast in 2025, so stay tuned. We are going to get into it.*Hybrid teaching is the way of our future for so many things. What skillsets do you need to improve to be more comfortable in this way of teaching?RESOURCESRESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterLeslie's WebsiteFind Taylor CaseySPONSORMidwest Yoga Conference

One perspective I wanted to make sure we had during this conversation series around YTTs was the longtime trainer and studio owner. And I could not have gotten a better match than Stephanie Adams. Stephanie started SAYF, or The Sustainable Asana Yoga Foundation—and has been training folks for over a decade. Stephanie has lots of wisdom to share from her years of teaching and training, so take a listen to find out more.KEY TAKEAWAYS*What do we think about Stephanie's point about trainers needing to teach their own material? She is the first person who I have heard say this outright–and I agree with her. If you are invested enough in the act of training other yoga professionals, shouldn't we require that you make your own content? Do you agree or not? Let me know!*Pre-recorded-only trainings are a challenge for us as an industry–especially if you take this job seriously. I have now contacted ½ a dozen “online-pre-recorded” programs to ask if they would talk to me about how they measure the outcomes and skillsets of their students, and while I came close, nobody actually would speak with me. *Spending time training together is a little bit of magic, let's just say that now. And I sometimes think we don't appreciate what Stephanie calls a “life pattern interrupt” can do for the nervous system, the brain, and the heart. We do that, friends. In fact, it might be the best thing we do when we offer those sorts of experiences to other people.*This is another great point Stephanie made, which is an offshoot of what I have been saying for this whole series. There is not a ton of money to be made in studios when we train. And a lot of our experienced trainers have moved on to other parts of the profession because they are more financially lucrative. This is a shame. We need our best and brightest training for the next generation of yoga pros–don't you think?*Teaching online is a new skill set we didn't need to train folks for prior to 2020. We need to have MUCH more discussion about what the best practices are for yoga teaching online, and I am looking forward to it in the future.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterSAYF WebsiteFind Taylor CaseySPONSORMidwest Yoga Conference

Firstly: there is just ONE spot remaining for The Ibiza Working Holiday Retreat. Send me a message ASAP if you want to join us in Ibiza. This is exclusively for business owners in the coaching, yoga and wellness space who want space and support to scale and grow their businesses. In this episode, I am joined by Katarina Rayburn: a yoga teacher and the co-founder of Kindred Yoga and the Kindred School of Yoga who has now run close to 40 retreats across the world! Kat and I have worked very closely together as she is a client of The Digital Yogi Agency. She is such an action taker and I honestly am in awe of how she juggles so many incredible projects whilst raising a family. She is forever adding more Advanced TTs to her training school, and launching new retreats in exotic locations.  She shares so much gold about the inner workings of a successful yoga business, how to run retreats successfully and to sell them out over and over again. In this episode, we talk about: - how Kat is able to do so much - is she superhuman?! - how she has scaled to running 6 YTTs and 8+ retreats per year - her advice for anyone looking to market and fill their own retreats  If retreats are a part of your business OR you are hoping they will be, then this episode is for you. If you enjoyed this, click Follow so you don't miss an episode. Enjoy. My links: The Ibiza Working Holiday Retreat (28th September to 2nd October) Learn more! There is just one spot left. My diary is open for discovery calls to start working with me 1:1 starting in October. Learn more here Instagram: www.instagram.com/charlottereynolds__ About Kat: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katarinarayburnyoga Kindred retreats: https://www.kindredyogalife.com/retreats

There is so much to dive into in regards to teacher trainings. How long do we train for? Is our system working for us? Are teacher training and deeper learning the same thing?Should I run a “social justice” focused teacher training?Anjali and I get into it all. Take a listen.KEY TAKEAWAYS*Training is a huge responsibility within the industry. And we often have challenges that we need to address when we decide to run teacher training. I have said this before on this series, but many times, people train because they are looking for qualified candidates to work at their studio. Are these ideal conditions for training? I don't know, but it certainly isn't the “my yoga studio can't make it without training” story we are often telling amongst ourselves.*I am SO glad Anjali brought this up. Training yoga teachers and deepening your knowledge of yoga are not the same thing. They should not be in the same program. We need to offer a diverse menu of yoga knowledge enhancement options in our yoga studios–not just only group classes and YTTs. I cannot say this enough times.*So Anjali said something that I want to highlight. It is this idea that a deep yoga practice is something you should “enjoy”. She is right, a lot of yoga is groundbreaking and uncomfortable. While the changes you create as a result of a deep yoga practice can be highly beneficial and enjoyable, the process is hard. And we should be saying anything different.*Hey friends. I know saying things like “social justice” is a great way for you to attract certain people to your doorstep. But there is disrespect at best, and danger at worst when we use the phrase social justice like a marketing term. People deserve better. The black, queer, and disabled communities we support deserve better. Please stop. Thank you so much.*There is no checklist that makes you a good white person in yoga. I am sorry if that is news. But the willingness to have discussions, unpack your own privilege, and as Anjali asks “what else are you doing?” is a great place to start.*This is another one of the things this series has mentioned constantly. Mentorship. If you are an experienced teacher please consider how you can mentor the next generation of yoga teachers so they can have a nurturing and supportive environment to learn the skillset of teaching yoga.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterAnjali's WebsiteFind Taylor CaseySPONSORMidwest Yoga Conference

Yoga Alliance standards have changed again! In this episode, Kathy Humphrys describes the evolution and impact of Yoga Alliance standards, particularly the recent changes in training requirements. She also provides practical advice for yoga teachers aiming to become registered trainers with Yoga Alliance and shares strategies for successfully creating and delivering high-quality yoga training programs. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 01:10 Kathy's journey from teacher to teacher trainer 04:08 Why Kathy decided to license Standards 08:08 Yoga Alliance classroom hours - what they mean and how they impact teacher trainings 12:54 Lead trainer requirements 15:38 What it takes to register a school with Yoga Alliance 18:00 Do these new standards help improve the quality of YTTs? 26:08 Immersions vs teacher trainings 29:19 The future of yoga teacher trainings 36:42 The Yoga Alliance Core Competencies EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES: Ambassador Yoga Follow Ambassador Yoga on Instagram @yogatrainer.fasttrack Yoga Alliance LINKS AND RESOURCES: Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club Leave a review on iTunes Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe

This week's podcast with yoga teachers Calli Popham and Jessica Sullivan is all about tending - and teaching - with tenderness.We explore Calli's distinctions of an embodied yoga approach and the value of moving away from more traditional alignment paradigms towards a more intuitive practice. And Jessica shares her personal transformative experience during her post-partum recovery, which Calli tenderly helped her through.The conversation really highlights the importance of “tending with tenderness” to ourselves, and those we teach and learn from. ABOUT JESSICA SULLIVANJessica is a yoga teacher, movement educator and community builder, offering multifaceted approaches to wellbeing using meditation, yoga, nutrition and lifestyle practices. Follow and contact her on Instagram: @jessandthemangosABOUT CALLI POPHAMCalli Popham is a senior yoga teacher with over 8 years of experience training teachers from foundation to advanced level, and the founder of Embodied Beings YTTs.She's also the co-founder of Flow State yoga studio in Hove, England, and a TRE Facilitator.Visit Calli's website calliyoga.co.ukFollow her, her YTTs and her studio on Instagram: @calliyoga / @theembodiedbeings / @flowstatehoveSIGN UP TO THE JOANNE AVISON NEWSLETTER Simply scroll down to ‘Join Our Collective' and pop in your details. We DON'T spam and we DO respect privacy! FOLLOW ME Instagram Facebook FREE TRAINING! Access my free webinar here - How Yoga & Pilates Instructors Are Using 5 Key ‘Game-Changers' To Transform Their Teaching And Have A Greater Impact On Their Client's Lives - WITHOUT Having To Gain Any Extra Qualifications Or Spend Years Relearning.

I get asked on almost a daily basis for recommendations for yoga teacher training programs. You would think that after 25 years in yoga, I would have some, but the truth is very different. Yoga teacher training programs vary widely, change regularly, and come with a host of problems. On this episode with my friend and colleague, Michelle Lehrman, we discuss some of the biggest issues with YTTs, including forcing participants to make and accept hands-on adjustments, shaming people who hold different opinions or do things differently, and forcing a one-way approach to this ancient, adaptable practice. Michelle Lehrman is a certified 200-hour and trauma-informed yoga instructor who has been teaching in New York City since 2016. She currently teaches at Crunch (yoga and spin), Sacred Space Astoria, and Lionheart Health, and works with private clients. I met Michelle when she participated in the Three and a Half Acres Yoga Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training a 20-hour supplemental training for teachers with a 200 + hour yoga teacher certification. This training hopes to undo some of the damage caused by many YTTs and offer a safer approach to teaching yoga. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Your support is deeply appreciated! Find me, Lara, on my Website / Instagram You can support this podcast with any level of donation here. Order The Essential Guide to Trauma Sensitive Yoga: How to Create Safer Spaces for All Opening and Closing music: Other People's Photographs courtesy of Daniel Zaitchik. Follow Daniel on Spotify.

This week I am covering the first of what I feel like will be many episodes about yoga teacher training programs.I have long thought this was the absolute very last subject I wanted to talk about, and after this podcast I am sure it is. But here we are. Talking all things yoga studios and YTTs.I think you will be surprised.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterSPONSORSunlight Streams Blog

Whenever people ask me what studio to check out in Austin, Texas, I always recommend Practice Yoga on the East side. Rey Cardenas is the co-founder of Practice which recently celebrated it's 10 year anniversary. If you follow Rey or Practice on Instagram, you'll see he shares a lot about a unique take on philosophy from Rudolf Steiner, that I haven't seen from other yoga teachers. We talk about: - Rey's journey of co-founding a yoga studio in Austin, Texas, after facing challenges with his previous teaching position. Rey shared his experience of transitioning from being a professional poker player to becoming a yoga teacher and the process of finding a location for his studio. - The process of opening a yoga studio, including finding a vacant building, partnering with someone who had complementary skills, utilizing social media marketing, creating memes(!) and choosing a donation-based model. - Rey's process of finding a more balanced approach to yoga philosophy, moving away from an indulgent sort of philosophy towards a more grounded perspective that Rey found in Rudolf Steiner's work. - How to integrate different perspectives and practices into yoga teachings. They also explored the connection between Western and Eastern spirituality and the importance of awakening the chakras. - Rey gives a great introduction to the teachings of Rudolf Steiner, including his embodiment system, and the importance of the thought realm in human freedom. They also discussed how these concepts can be integrated into yoga and are integrated into the teacher trainings at Practice Yoga in Austin. Rey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reys_awareness/ Practice Yoga on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practiceyogaaustin/ Practice Yoga website and YTTs: https://practiceyogaaustin.com/ ------------ If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Practice with me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠ Learn Vedic Astrology, the sister science of yoga, with me at ⁠http://www.quietmindastrology.com⁠ Keywords: yoga teacher training, ytt, marketing, business, spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community

There's something about fall that just feels like back to school time for me, even as an adult. Jason's 200-hour YTT is coming up October 24th, so we thought we'd review what to look for if you're thinking about going back to yoga school! We talk through the importance of adapting asana to modern knowledge and safety standards, the significance of understanding yoga anatomy in a functional context, and prioritizing strength and stability in practice. We also tough on the need for a thorough understanding of yoga philosophy, and some of the foundational texts to look for on the syllabus.More highlights from the interview:Sequencing is a critical aspect of teacher training. In a 200-hour YTT, learning a few set sequences can be incredibly helpful.Immersive and repetitive practice teaching is essential for building confidence as a yoga teacher. Jason shares how he structures it and the advantages of practice teaching on Zoom.YTTs that offer specialized training in a specific area of yoga are a plus! These skills can enhance a teacher's expertise and marketability.A lead trainer who is stable, compassionate, and mentally/emotionally composed will help you navigate personal growth during your yoga journey.Join Jason for a free webinar August 31st! The focus is on the psycho-emotional benefits of teacher training. You can register for Yoga Teacher Training as Self-Transformation at www.jasonyoga.com/webinar Attendees will receive a code for $50 off the early bird price of the training.Andrea just announced her next Yogaland Book Club pick -- Wild Asana, by Alison Zak. This gorgeous book by a wildlife conservationist combines yoga, science and memoir. Join the Yogaland community at yogaland.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 319: Do I Need Another Yoga Training? with Shannon Crow   Description: It is a common trend among yoga teachers to take one yoga teacher training (YTT) program after another. But is it really necessary and when should you consider taking another YTT? Shannon Crow explores some of the main reasons yoga teachers sign up for YTTs.   There are several reasons why yoga teachers take YTTs. Continuing education is important, but for many yoga teachers, it is often a case of wanting to get more students, make more income, be offered more teaching opportunities, and deepen their expertise in a speciality. Shannon dives into why a YTT may not be the right course of action in some cases, and when it does add value. She also touches on the pyramid scheme of YTTs and some things to watch out for before signing up.   This is the perfect episode to listen to if you are considering signing up for another YTT - give this a listen and ask yourself if you really need another yoga training or if there's something else that would help you achieve the results you are looking for instead.   Key Takeaways: [2:25] It's common for yoga teachers to take many yoga trainings, but this may not be necessary! [4:44] Do you really need another yoga teacher training right now? Shannon shares a question she asked in The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group. [6:15] Shannon explores the first reason people have for signing up for another YTT - to get more students in their classes or increase their income - and what you could do instead. [8:22] Another reason yoga teachers cite for taking another YTT is they want to be recognized as more of an expert or they want more teaching opportunities. [10:00] Shannon gives a shout out to sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals. [12:36] Yoga teachers often take a YTT to upgrade their skills or education to teach specific styles of yoga or a specific population. [13:27] There are also yoga teachers who sign up for YTTs for the community it offers. [13:51] What if you waited to make some profit and then use that profit to invest in your next yoga teacher training or continuing education course? [14:52] Shannon addresses something she has observed in the yoga industry - pressuring yoga teachers to "invest" in continuing education, mentorship, or coaching. [17:26] You can wait to make a profit in your yoga business first before signing up for the next course or training.   Links: Balance Flow Yoga: 7-Week Online Series with Shelly Prosko (Code: BALANCE) The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 318: Questions to Ask Before Any YTT with Shannon Crow Yoga Teacher Training Question Facebook Thread in The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 295: Make Money Teaching Yoga with Betty Welsh The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 187: How to Choose a Yoga Teacher Training with Cecily Milne The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 280: Get Paid as a Yoga Teacher with Shannon Simmons Email Shannon Crow Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Quotes from this episode: "Are your students who are signing up going to know that you took this other teacher training?"   "You could take all the training in the world. But if you're not telling people about that niche, that is not going to move the needle for you in terms of being recognized as an expert or getting more teaching opportunities."   "What would it feel like if you waited to make some profit and then use that profit to invest in your next yoga teacher training or continuing education course?"  

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 318: Questions to Ask Before Any YTT with Shannon Crow   Description: Continuing education is an important part of your professional development as a yoga teacher but with a multitude of yoga teacher training (YTT) programs available, it is important to pick the right one. Shannon Crow shares some of the questions she asks before signing up for a YTT.   Shannon has had the experience of going from one YTT to the next and this is something that you may experience if you are a newer yoga teacher. While it is important to build the necessary skills to teach, we need to also be aware of where we are investing our time, energy, and money.   Shannon recommends asking questions about the YTT before signing up. Some things to consider include the accessibility and inclusion of the program, the yoga school's stance on cultural appropriation, and their values. She also invites you to ask questions about the lead trainers' experience, their position on medicine and science, religion and spirituality and anything else that may be important for you. The important thing is to ensure that the yoga teacher training you choose is aligned with your values.   Key Takeaways: [1:40] Continuing education is an important part of your professional development as a yoga teacher but there are some hard truths we should be aware of before signing up for the next yoga teacher training. [2:31] Shannon shares her personal experience with yoga teacher trainings and continuing education. [7:14] Shannon shares some questions she would ask if she were signing up for a yoga teacher training today. [10:13] Shannon gives a shout out of thanks to sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals. [12:30] Shannon talks about how she ended up in a yoga teacher training where the lead teacher talked about aliens instead of yoga sutras! [13:33] Some other questions Shannon would ask include their yoga philosophy for the trainings and scope of practice. [14:28] Shannon highlights some other questions you might be interested in asking a yoga school or yoga teacher training program before you sign up. [16:29] It can also be helpful to ask to speak with past graduates and lead trainers of a yoga teacher training to see if it is a good fit for you. [19:21] It's important to ensure that the yoga teacher training you choose is aligned with your values.   Questions to Ask Before Any Yoga Teacher Training Do you teach how to make yoga accessible? What are your thoughts on cultural appropriation? Do you have a diverse group of teachers? How are you paying your teachers and assistants? What do you do to protect students from abuse of power? Can I look over your ethics, values, and philosophy statements? What are your thoughts on social justice? Do you and your teachers share their pronouns? Is your business model built on training more and more yoga teachers? What is your diversity, equity and inclusion policy? Does your yoga school encourage referrals to medical professionals or do you think science isn't real? Are you going to talk about your belief in aliens instead of the yoga sutras during lecture? What yoga texts do you refer to for yoga philosophy? May I see the bibliography section of your manual? What do you teach about scope of practice? How do you ensure that all trainers and teachers are not talking about food and nutrition? What is your policy on scholarships, payment plans and refunds? What are your thoughts on religion and spirituality with regards to yoga? What is the schedule like in this YTT? Will I be reaching the point of exhaustion? Do you believe in “breaking people down” emotionally or physically in a YTT? Has your yoga lineage had any reported (or unreported) abuse? Do you have training with regards to trauma and is this incorporated into your YTT? How can I talk with past graduates and lead trainers of your YTT? How many YTTs have you led and how long have you been teaching yoga? What does your YTT offer with regards to business education? Where can I view the syllabus for the training? How many contact hours are in the training? How much practice teach time is in the training?   Links: Balance Flow Yoga: 7-Week Online Series with Shelly Prosko The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 312: We Stand with Survivors with Rebecca Sebastian & Colin Hall Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Quotes from this episode: "Looking back now, I feel like it was part of a weird culty pyramid scheme."   "If I was going to sign up for a yoga teacher training today, I would be asking a lot of questions."   "Make sure you're in a training where you can ask questions and question what is being taught in that moment."   "Make sure really that the yoga teacher training that you choose is in alignment with your values."   "Do not be afraid to ask a lot of questions before you sign up and you invest your time and your money. And also don't be afraid to speak up while you're there."

Mia Velez and Avi Gordon discuss Yoga and kung fu, connecting to something bigger, finding divinity within, the tao of activism, our relationship with words, inclusivity in Yoga and more.Mia entered Integral Yoga in 2016 through the kitchen, by cooking community lunches and silent retreat meals. Even though she'd been teaching yoga since 2008, she certified as an Integral Yoga teacher in 2018 to learn more of the IYI approach and be part of the lineage. She is an IYI trainer and co-trained the BIPOC 200 YTTs in San Francisco. She's led a stress management course for new parents, teaches at a men's jail in California, and is a student of kung fu. Mia is a disciple of the Moy Yat Ving Tsun Kung Fu lineage and is highly influenced by her martial arts training. She sees an undeniable parallel in Yoga and Kung Fu, and feels they are complements to each other. Yoga and Kung Fu are integrated into her daily life as a mother, preschool teacher, and advocate for gender, race and class equality through multiple non-profits groups.Links:Mia's preschool: https://www.facebook.com/OMSchoolSF10-minute Video Bio for the BIPOC YTT: https://youtu.be/Lv3hKk0a4yc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In connecting with teachers and hearing their stories, it's often the case that yoga teachers find their way to the yoga business after a foray in a previous life and career. Sometimes when we embark on our career journeys, we find that the destination was sure was ours, was actually just the beginning and that's true for the incredible Colynn Vosbourgh. Colynn's teachings are a fusion of her education and experiences in life, the medical field, conscious community and personal development work. She creates and holds space that she's dubbed queer friendly, age friendly, body friendly and completely inclusive. We hear about Colynn's career path and success in healthcare, how she received acceptance to medical school and signed up for her first YTT in the same weekend and how all the twists and turns in life and her career have led her to the success she's found in leading YTTs and Business Coaching for Yoga Teachers from her new home in Costa Rica. She tells it like it is and generously shares from her successes, but also from the lessons she's learned along the way. You won't want to miss this episode! Check out her upcoming 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Costa Rica here and follow her to stay in touch! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marketingoffthemat/support

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 299: Yoga for Menopause with Niamh Daly   Description: About half the world's population experiences menopause at some point in their lives, yet it is still not very well understood and people at this stage of their life may not get the support they need. Niamh Daly fills in some of the gaps we may have in our understanding and knowledge of menopause.   Niamh teaches and supports women in navigating life changes, especially menopause, whether medically, surgically, prematurely or naturally induced, through adapted yoga and nutrition. She trains yoga teachers worldwide to understand menopause and the stages immediately preceding, and after, and how much support they can give through additions to, and enhancements of the canon of yoga.    As yoga teachers who are working with people who are in this peri, menopausal, menopause, postmenopausal phase, we need to understand how we can better support them. Niamh explains the fluctuating nature of peri-menopause, how nutrition and exercise requirements may change for people at this stage, and why yoga is beneficial for them. She also questions why prenatal yoga and pregnancy is covered in many YTTs but not any of the menopausal stages, despite that being something more relevant and applicable to many people.    Key Takeaways: [3:29] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Niamh Daly. [7:53] What does Niamh do and who does she do it for? [10:52] How do we know when we or our students are in the perimenopause stage? Niamh explains that there is actually a stage before perimenopause that isn't often talked about. [16:50] People in the late reproductive stage can have symptoms that mimic perimenopause or even conditions related to thyroid function. How can people get a definitive answer about what is really causing the changes in their body? [19:58] Shannon pops in with a snippet of a conversation she had with Ashley Hagen about OfferingTree. [23:51] How does yoga help with perimenopause? [30:29] Shannon and Niamh discuss the research supporting the idea that yoga is beneficial for menopause. [32:17] There is a huge lack of education around this topic despite the fact that half the population goes through menopause and a large number of yoga teachers are also in this demographic. [33:38] Where can yoga teachers learn more about yoga for menopause and how to better serve this segment of the population? [38:03] Niamh shares a bit more about health at every size and how that impacts perimenopause. [43:02] Language is also a big part of the education that Niamh offers. [44:36] Reach out to Niamh to connect and learn more. [45:52] Continue the conversation! Shannon shares some of her key takeaways - what are yours?   Links: Niamh Daly Niamh Daly on Instagram Certificate in Teaching Yoga for the Stages of Menopause - Yinstinct Yoga Greystones Wicklow. Teacher training with Niamh Daly The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 212: Menopause Myths and Facts with Shirley Weir The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 056: Yoga and Menopause with Leslie Kazadi The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 271: Yoga and Bone Health with Barb Elias The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 258: What Does Science Say About Yoga? with Mary Flaherty Dr Annice Mukherjee Gil Hedley Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Quotes from this episode: "There has been research in yoga for serotonin, yoga for oxytocin, yoga for bones, yoga for heart health, yoga for brain health, yoga for sleep, all of which coming together, create a very convincing pool of evidence to support the use of yoga to help women through menopause."   "Women spend more time in the perimenopausal transition and post menopausal then they do pregnant and yet there are no first line yoga teacher trainings that really even mention menopause in the training."   "I'm really in the business of trying to help women befriend their changes and their body through menopause and beyond and before menopause."   "We need to learn to embrace the changes because otherwise, we're fighting ourselves till the day we die."

Why are so many yoga teachers doing this? Learning Breathwork?   Well… The study of breath is its own specialization, and one of the 8 limbs of yoga, known as Pranayama. Pranayama is the scientific study of how energy is impacted by the breath.   ✨The study of breath is its own specialization and yoga teachers are moving away from posture only embodiment of the practice and coming back to the fundamentals of the practice - breath.   ✨Breathwork helps deepen the understanding of energy centers and activation. Pressure points, somatic releases, and the breath all work together for impactful healing.   So why do yoga schools skip this fundamental education? It's easier to get people in and out of trainings and be the fast fashion of YTTs rather than truly study something from the roots. This takes time, dedication, and commitment.    _____________________ ▲ Free Playground for mystics: https://tinyurl.com/playground222 ▲Become a certified breathwork facilitator https://www.flowbreathworktraining.com

For UK based yoga teachers the answer to this may surprise you – NONE!  Yoga is not regulated by the UK government, not only that there is no legal requirement to have public liability insurance to teach. So there are really no qualifications that you need to be a UK Yoga Teacher, from a legal point of view. Now I'm not suggesting for one minute that you just go out tomorrow and start teaching, leave out the giant step of training and what I believe to be the essential step of having insurance.  But it's worth noting that this self-regulating (as it is un-regulated) world that is yoga teacher training is totally made up! This isn't a bad thing actually. I think the pros greatly out way the cons, but it can make it tricky navigating how and who we should train with.  And it doesn't get much easier to navigate from a trainer's perspective. There's not a one-size-fits-all in terms of education (that's education full stop).  It is a good thing that there are many ways to train to be a yoga teacher, this choice means you can find the right course and trainer for you. Advice for yoga trainers! And if you're a trainer here are some truths: in-person isn't better than online, it's just different; 3-to-4-week intensive YTTs are not bad, they're just one way into the profession that really works for some; and your course is totally unique as it's created by you, which is why there is room for us all.   The reality is nobody cares how long you've trained for, how, and who with.  The only person who cares about this is you, so focus on what will work for you.  Avoid getting stuck in ‘training procrastination' once you're trained just get out and teach! Don't forget the power of a specialism, such as pregnancy or yin yoga, and these shorter specialist trainings can be a great doorway into teaching yoga for the right person. Work with me? I've been a trainer for over 6 years now, and you can train online with me in pregnancy, postnatal and yin-yoga, check out all the courses here - https://amy-yoga.com/yoga-teacher-training/ And If you've taken onboard my massive hint at the end of this episode that perhaps it's not more training you need but support in running your business, then head over to https://amy-yoga.com/prosperous-yogini-programme/ to find out how we can work together. Start your own podcast! I love using my podcast to help people and share my knowledge, if you'd like to do the same but don't know where to start on the tech and production front head over to www.podbubble.com – they make podcasting possible! Watch on You-Tube https://youtu.be/bU8k9o093-E

Do you find yourself collecting yoga teacher trainings? There are times when furthering our education is vital to sharing the practices and there are times when collecting trainings feels like progress, but it isn't truly moving us forward. Listen in to find out the difference and if you find yourself collecting trainings, how you can redirect that energy to make measurable shifts in building the business you KNOW you're meant to. Send me a DM over @jessicacross.co on IG and tell me what you thought about this episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marketingoffthemat/support

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The journey of going from the mindset of yoga teacher to yoga business owner is something that's rarely talked about in teacher trainings. The lionshare of YTTs rarely prepare us to run a business nor share the realities of a teaching career. Today, we chat with the incredible Dev Watson about the yoga business and entrepreneurship as a teacher. Devon is a yoga educator currently rooted in the Pacific Northwest. She provides mentorship and yoga education to both practitioners and teachers through classes, courses, and immersive retreat experiences. Dev generously shares the highs and lows of her career, and what has kept her inspired and successful despite the twists and turns of life and entrepreneurship in the yoga space. Find Dev on all the platforms @Devtheyogi and www.devtheyogi.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marketingoffthemat/support

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The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 269: Yoga Philosophy & Colonialism with Shyam Ranganathan   Description: As yoga teachers, we learn a little bit about yoga philosophy in our YTTs, but yoga philosophy is much more than just the 8 limbs, or the brief summary we may have come across in our studies. Dr. Shyam Ranganathan (he/him) is an expert in yoga philosophy and in this episode, he shares more about this topic, as well as how colonialism has influenced what we understand as yoga philosophy.   Dr. Shyam Ranganathan is the founder of Yoga Philosophy, and a field-changing researcher on the study and translation of philosophy, especially South Asian philosophy and Yoga. He holds an MA in South Asian Studies, and an MA and PhD in philosophy, and is a member of the Department of Philosophy, and York Center for Asian Research, York University, Toronto. Shyam is a translator of the Yoga Sūtra, and founded his organization, Yoga Philosophy, to provide support for those interested in answering the question - What makes something yoga?   Shyam explains how learning about philosophy helps us to get along and why not all opinions are equally good or right. He also shares more about how Europeans misunderstood things when they studied the communities they colonized and how that showed up in the yoga sutras and how they are translated. This continues to influence how yoga is taught and practiced in the world, today, especially in the West. He also gives us insight about the yamas and social justice, choices and responsibility, ahimsa, dharma, self-governing and Ishvara Pranidhana. This is a really rich conversation that all of us can learn from.   Key Takeaways: [3:48] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Shyam Ranganathan. [6:45] Shyam shares his pronouns and explains how to pronounce his name. [7:36] What does Shyam do and who does he do it for? [8:46] What got Shyam interested in the work of studying philosophy? [10:48] Shyam was born in Toronto, yet felt that he didn't fit in. He talks a bit about that experience. [13:00] Shyam believes that philosophy enabled him to get along with people without having to agree with them. [15:06] There are several polarizing issues in the world right now. Shyam highlights the fact that just because we are okay with disagreement doesn't mean there are no right answers. [16:07] Where did Shyam's journey with yoga philosophy start? [22:14] Shyam clarifies the role and impact of colonization in the interpretation of yoga sutras. [31:49] Shyam shares an example of the two different ways of relating to what you contemplate. [37:00] Shannon and Shyam discuss the linguistic model of thought and how that has influenced different situations and scenarios in history and in the present day. [40:26] Why is it not yoga when we go in and try to make other people conform to our systems? [44:08] How does the idea of choice and responsibility connect to the eight limbs? [49:18] Shannon gives a shout out to OfferingTree. [51:04] One of the three kriyas is ishvara pranidhana. Shyam unpacks what this really refers to. [56:10] What are the other two kriyas? [58:43] How is yoga connected to social justice? What do the niyamas have to do with social justice? [64:48Shyam explains that fear is trauma and it's the result of a bad decision based on people's experiences. [67:41] Where do the eight limbs of yoga fit in? [72:21] What does Shyam mean when he talks about sovereignty? [76:51] Find out more about Shyam and his work around yoga philosophy on his website. [77:29] What is something in terms of yoga and philosophy that really has Shyam's interest right now? [80:00] Shannon shares her key takeaways from this interview with Shyam. What were yours?   Links: Dr. Shyam Ranganathan, Yoga Philosophy Dr. Shyam Ranganathan on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 266: Social Location, Power & Privilege with Raudhah Rahman Teaching Yoga in Schools: Examining the Issues Raised by the Alabama Bill Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer Native Land Digital Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to our Sponsor, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Quotes from this episode: "What I loved about philosophy immediately was that it was a way to get along with people without having to agree."   "Just because we're okay with disagreement doesn't mean that there are no right answers. Disagreement doesn't mean that everybody's opinion is equally good."   "The actual practice of yoga is something more basic and the eight limbs are there to help you practice. "   "After that colonial moment, people have to identify with imposed religious identities in order to find a place in a colonized world and that's where we are today."   "Whereas the external world (nature) can be explained in terms of causality, persons have to understand themselves in terms of choice and responsibility."   "When you meet up with people who advocate violence, you have to appreciate that that's a result of trauma."   "There's no yoga practice that isn't informed by trauma."  

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If you want clarity on the current yoga landscape & how it relates to traditional yoga - you should go straight to Prasad Rangnekar. Back on the podcast for the second time, Prasad shares the importance of recontextualizing modern yoga. He draws parallels without a bias between popular yoga & traditional yoga. He warns us about the dangers of treating the part as the whole. We chat about the current landscape of yoga & how a sincere yoga seeker or yoga teacher can and should do better.We chat about why this discernment is required more than ever before. What constitutes as "authentic" yoga. How to make better decisions as yoga teachers. And most importantly, how to do right by those who come to us seeking this timeless wisdom of yoga. There's a LOT more in today's conversation. If you are a frequent listener of this podcast, you know how much I respect & admire Prasad's work in modern yoga. I would highly encourage you to follow him on Instagram where he shares daily wisdom & insights about the popular landscape of yoga.  Prasad Rangnekar is an Indian Yoga teacher, a lifelong yoga student & has been teaching for almost 2 decades. He shares the authentic wisdom of yoga through his work. And is a global yoga teacher for those who want to get into the depths of yoga. He's taught in YTTs all over the globe helping yoga seekers find a deeper connection to their yoga.  You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/Connect with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar/Join our exclusive Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkyogaJoin our mailing list: https://www.aham.yoga/instagram-2021 for all episodes.

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In 1969, Swami Vishnudevananda pioneered what has become a life transition ritual for the GenX and Millennial precariat: the Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) Programme. He was a cult leader rapist who thought yoga would help the world understand messages sent by UFOs. Not exactly confidence-inspiring.Not every YTT programme is bad—today's bonus host Matthew has worked in some good ones for over a decade. But on the whole, we're talking about an industry that has graduated up to 500K ppl over 50 years through a pseudo-educational process that has greased the epistemological pipeline towards conspirituality.YTTs are unregulated by any academic or professional consensus. They are driven by the anxious charisma of urban yoga studio entrepreneurs who need to sell big-ticket products to counter the rising overheads of the gentrification they're helping to drive. Their curricula offers a pastiche of uncited resources. They pad contact hours with sermons and meditation sessions. The typical YTT training manual is an unironic postmodern meat-grinder in which Iron Age philosophy and high school anatomy are blended with quotes from Carl Jung and Rumi. As an example, Matthew looks at a Jivamukti Yoga School manual from a 2007 training hosted at Omega Institute.Again: not all YTTs are bad, or lead to QAnon. But the ritual and charismatic pedagogy that most offer has a lot in common with the sacrament of redpilling—albeit more socially acceptable and aspirational. Conspirituality went viral in 2020. It's time to ask whether the YTT industry compromised a culture's immunity to it.Notes:Hello, YogAnon! Selfish Care Rituals | by Matthew Remski | MediumHow a #MeToo Facebook Post Toppled a Yoga Icon | by Matthew Remski | GENShielded for Decades, a Leader of Sivananda Yoga Finally Comes Under Fire for Alleged Abuse | GEN72: John of Fraud (w/ Lisa Braun Dubbels and Mirna Wabi-Sabi)John of Fraud. How did slack journalism and New Age… | by Matthew Remski | Medium Practice and All Is Coming – Matthew RemskiJivamukti sexual harassment lawsuit says the yoga studio is a cult.Jivamukti, Dark and Light: Holly Faurot, Sharon Gannon, and David Life Speak Out - Decolonizing Yoga Terry Eagleton in the New Statesman Re: that Chomsky quote

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In this episode, Allison shares how a traumatic injury and diagnosis led her deeper into yoga and specifically yoga therapy. We talk the power of the subtle and energetic bodies and the importance of seeing through the physical and into the energetic spaces when it comes to healing. Finally, Allison shares advice and encouragement for yoga teachers when it comes to business and boundaries. Allison Rissel is the founder of The Yoga Teacher Conference and has an extensive and impressive resume of formal education and YTTs including a Bachelors in Exercise Science and a Masters in Exercise Physiology. Connect with Allison on Instagram: @allisonrissel Allison's website: https://allisonrissel.com/ The Yoga Teacher Conference: https://yogateacherconf.com/ ___________ Connect with Kallie on Instagram: @kallieklugyoga www.kallieklugyoga.com

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Mit manchen Menschen kreuzen sich die Wege immerwieder. So auch mit Oliver Haas. Der Ausgebildete Entspannungstherapeut & Meditationslehrer mit Fokus auf weniger Angst und Stress und mehr Entspannung und Gelassenheit im Alltag erzählt in dieser Folge wie er zu dieser beruflichen Orientierung kam und wie ihm Meditation hilft. Wir versuchen zu verstehen, warum der Bereich Meditation und Spiritualität sehr frauenlastig ist und wo die ganzen Männern wohl sind?In dieser Folge sprechen wir über:Du bist Entspannungstherapeut und Meditationslehrer: wie kam es dazu?Was genau macht ein Entspannungstherapeut?Warum ist das wichtig?Man sieht immer mehr Frauen in der Spirituellen Szene und Yoga ist voll und ganz Frauendominiert in den Studios. Wo sind die ganzen Männern hin?Was bedeutet für dich Spiritualität?Wie findest du passen Männlichkeit und Spiritualität zusammen? Denn meistens wird es abgetan, als Frauensache. Super Klischee und es gibt auch mit Männern, die Spiritualität leben. Die Konsumenten sind meistens Frauen und die „Gurus“ Männer, aber es kommen irgendwie keine nach. Bei unsere Ytts sind bisher jeweils nur 1 Mann gewesen ;)Podcast „Zurück auf Null“Meine Website: https://oliverhaas.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_oliverhaas_/Mein Podcast: https://anchor.fm/oliver-haasBesuche mich bei InstagramKale&Cake auf InstagramMache mit mir und dem Team bei Kale&Cake online und offline Yoga/Barre/WorkoutAlle Infos zu den nächsten Yoga Teacher Trainings See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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This week's epsiode I connect with Chrissie, she's spent the last five years traveling around the world  teaching on different YTTS in India, studios in the Uk from the practice in Bali, retreats in South Africa and Europe.  We discuss the polarity that practice brings, the yearning for consciousness, the heartfelt joy of experiencing the womb of silence, even though we often self-sabotage when we are about to enter this state, due to the internal discomfort that our practice will invoke in us, asking us to expand and move through our limitations.  There are many paths but they all lead to one destination. In this conversation we explore how deepening our relationship to rest, silence, nature, and practice helps you to live in alignment with Dharma, through self-inquiry, overcoming resistance and the internal obstacles that prevent us from trusting our intuition, expressing the truth and wholeness of who we really are.  It is in the moment we experience contrast, we know to move forward; a part of us has to die, to help us live from wholeness, joy, as we create a life reflective of our heart's deepest desires.  Thank you for sharing your support growing The Dharma Journey vision, if you feel inspired you can donate below to support us to reach more people, bring on more inspiring guests, and create more content that will be of value to everyone. If you can't donate but would like to show your support, you can leave us a review on the apple podcast below, or share this episode with a friend. Thank you, beautiful humans! Donate to Paypal HERE Connect with Chrissie Chung: IG: @chrissie.chung Website: Chrissiechungyoga.com Connect with Bryre: IG: @bryreroots Email: Bryre@bryreroots.com Website:  Bryreroots.com Ellen IG:  @ellenarthur_mantra Write an apple review  HERE

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Welcome to this week on Working In Yoga! This week I am welcoming my friend Allison Rissel onto the podcast to chat about all things COVID and yoga. Allison runs 200 and 300 hour YTTs in Colorado, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana. The is also the founder of three yoga conferences North Dakota Yoga Conference and the 403 Yoga Conference AND launched a yoga conference just for yoga teachers this year called Yoga Teacher Conf. Allison and I have known each other for a bit and we get immediately to chatting about the challenges of COVID for our businesses, what we like about online, what we don't, and she says something super important about that. There in fact IS a huge difference between good online yoga teaching and the rest of it. (I am even trying to convince her to help me write some industry best practices around yoga teaching online, cuz wow do we need them). So take a listen to our chat--I love how Allison offers us some real talk on struggles and successes. Find her and all of her stuff on www.yogateacherconf.com or follow her on IG @yogateacherconf

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 228: How to Personalize Zoom Yoga with Arundhati Baitmangalkar   Description: Are you teaching yoga online and wondering how to make your classes more personalized, create more connection with your students, and continue building that sense of community - from behind a screen? Arundhati Baitmangalkar has some insights about how to personalize yoga classes on Zoom, and create connections with students in yoga teacher trainings.   Arundhati is the founder of Aham Yoga, a full-service yoga studio, and Bollyworks, a part-time Bollywood dance studio, in Redmond, WA. Born and raised in India, Arundhati came to yoga after nearly a decade of teaching dance, and started teaching yoga in 2006. She is trained in vinyasa and hatha styles of yoga from renowned yoga masters, and is one of the leading yoga teachers in her area. Arundhati represents a great balance of classical and modern yoga, and in addition to yoga classes, she offers yoga teacher trainings and workshops. She also runs a blog, YouTube channel, hosts the Let's Talk Yoga podcast, and was voted one of the top 20 yoga teachers of color to watch out for in 2020 by YogaWalla.   Shannon and Arundhati discuss some simple strategies to connect and engage with students, like using their names and letting them ask questions. Arundhati also shares some tips on how to create the best experience possible for your YTT students, and the tools she uses to enhance teaching online.   If you're teaching any of your yoga classes online, this podcast is full of useful info on how to give your students a personalized experience even on Zoom.   Key Takeaways: [8:07] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Arundhati Baitmangalkar [10:39] What is the work that Arundhati does and who does she do it for? [11:45] What helps to feel like we have a connection with our students when we are teaching online? [12:58] Arundhati makes it a point to acknowledge every person in her class by name, and encourages questions in her classes. [17:13] One thing many yoga teachers struggle with is seeing their students on Zoom, either because they don't want to turn on their cameras, or have poor placement of their cameras. What are Arundhati's tips around this? [21:27] Shannon shares a struggle she has been having recently with leading yoga teacher training. [27:22] Shannon and Arundhati discuss some of the elements students would get from an in-person class that are missing from the online environment, and how to cater to that. [29:05] Breakout rooms in Zoom are a good tool to do activities in smaller groups. Arundhati explains how she uses them in her yoga teacher trainings. [31:31] How does Arundhati instruct people to get help from her when they are in a breakout room session? [34:00] Shannon shares something that has worked really well for her in leading online sessions. [35:57] What kind of comments has Arundhati received from students about Zoom classes and being tired of being on screens and Zoom? [39:18] Arundhati explains why she puts more energy into serving the students she has now, instead of trying to convince people who are resistant to having Zoom classes, and how she keeps students interested in coming back to classes. [41:37] What are some things Arundhati has learned along the way from teaching yoga online? [44:55] Arundhati reflects on what going with the flow is like for her. [46:35] Find out more about Arundhati and the work she does by visiting her website and following her on Instagram. [47:29] How did Arundhati ensure that her trainees in yoga teacher trainings got teaching practice? [49:59] Shannon shares her key takeaways from this interview.   Key Takeaways: Acknowledge everyone by name (before and after class) Encourage students to unmute and ask questions during class Leave time at the end of class to ask questions Send personal messages (type in chat to just that person) to a few students each class Log in, and then sit like you would in a studio Use breakout rooms Zoom fatigue is real - try out themes / exciting class titles, focus on the students who are there with you   Links: Arundhati Baitmangalkar, Aham Yoga Arundhati Baitmangalkar on Instagram and YouTube Let's Talk Yoga Podcast Bollyworks Pelvic Health Professionals The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to our Sponsors Schedulicity and Yoga for Pelvic Health Teacher Training.   Quotes from this episode: "Understand that teaching in person and teaching online are two completely different experiences."   "[For online YTTs], make sure your spaces are well-lit, make sure you can provide multiple angles if possible."   "I tell the trainees and even the students who come to class, you have to take more responsibility for your practice."   "When we plan these trainings, we have to keep extra time for those breakout rooms because I feel like that's where you really get your hands-on experience."   "It's about accepting the moment, even if that moment is unpleasant."  

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Hey Everyone, In this Episode - the very final one for the Season - I'm recording masked, in my car, queued for a Covid test. Let's just say things took a turn last week and I got to be a flexible Yogini!As I leave you for a brief Kumbhaka to prepare for a seriously awesome Season 8, a couple of things:Please consider supporting me on Patreon (and access super cool bonuses) here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonaldDM me if you're interested in being a sponsor for Season 8 of this podcast.DM me if you'd like more info about my 10-hour module add-on for the Business Essentials for Yoga, great for YTTs or Mentorship programs.Thanks SO much for being an awesome listener to this pod. I know there are ooodles to choose from and the fact that you're sharing time with me is wonderful. Until soon!

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The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 224: 8 Yoga Business Lessons with Manu Molina de la Torre   Description: Being a yoga entrepreneur can be tough. Our typical YTTs focus more on how to teach asana and yoga philosophy, but hardly cover anything about what it really means to run a sustainable yoga business. Manu Molina de la Torre has 8 important lessons to share about things he has learned in starting his yoga business.   Manu is a yoga teacher, a personal trainer and a coach in Andalusia, Spain. Manu found yoga as a teenager, and became a yoga teacher in 2010. After working for different yoga and fitness studios, Manu decided to start his own yoga business, only to find he lacked the business skills necessary. He invested in business training for himself, and realized that this knowledge could help other yoga teachers in their businesses too. Today, Manu helps yoga & wellness professionals take actionable steps toward their vision as entrepreneurs through 1:1 coaching calls, both online and in-person. He coaches in English and Spanish, and also hosts the Emprendedores del Yoga Podcast in Spanish.   In this interview, Manu shares his 8 biggest lessons and tips for yoga teachers on their entrepreneurial journey. He has some great insights that would be helpful for newer yoga teachers who are just getting started in their yoga business, as well as some things every yoga teacher should know regardless of where they are in their entrepreneurship journey.   Key Takeaways: [7:29] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Manu Molina de la Torre. [9:33] How did Manu get started on his yoga journey, and how did he start working with yoga teachers? [17:25] In all of Manu's yoga teacher trainings and fitness trainings, there wasn't much taught about running a business. [19:10] What is the first lesson Manu learned in business? [22:27] What is a good amount to have saved up before starting on the journey of becoming a yoga entrepreneur? [23:13] It's important to keep track of expenses and stay on top of your finances. Having a separate bank account, or tracking expenses on a spreadsheet can help. [24:10] Manu's next tip is to niche down and to diversify your sources of income. [27:09] How can a yoga teacher niche down and diversify at the same time? [29:50] Niching down and specializing can feel hard and scary, but it is effective and worth it! [31:17] Manu's third tip is to put yourself out there. [34:57] Lesson #4: Be willing to listen to people's problems. [40:05] Lesson #5 is to stay open to change. [42:37] Manu's sixth lesson is about mindset. Reframe your mindset about mistakes - there are no mistakes, only lessons learned. [46:41] The next lesson Manu shares is to just do it, despite the fear. [50:21] The last lesson is the most important one - Educate yourself in different aspects of business. [53:32] Shannon summarizes the eight lessons Manu has shared. [54:11] Manu shares some of his final thoughts for yoga entrepreneurs. [56:35] Find out more about Manu's work and connect with him via his website or on Instagram. [58:51] What was your biggest takeaway from this interview, or something you've learned from your own business journey?   Links:  Manu Molina de la Torre Manu Molina de la Torre on Instagram Emprendedores de Yoga Podcast The Connected  Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 043: Minimum Viable Income with Steph Crowder How to Cue and Demo at the Same Time while Teaching Yoga Online with Manu Molina de la Torre   Gratitude to our Sponsors Schedulicity.   Quotes from this episode: "It's really important to make sure that you have some savings or that you have some source of income." - Manu   "When I really started to work on niching down and I started to work on my messaging, I think everything was really, really clear." - Manu   "When you want to help everyone, you end up helping nobody." - Manu   "Talk to your people, tell them what you're doing." - Manu

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The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 210: The Future of Yoga with Amber Karnes   Description: The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down, and the yoga industry has changed dramatically. Studios have closed, some permanently, classes and YTTs are online, and for many of us in-person classes and trainings are not possible. All of these changes have a lot of yoga teachers asking - What does the future look like for yoga? And what does that mean for yoga teachers? Amber Karnes shares some insights.   Amber Karnes is the Founder of  Body Positive Yoga and the creator of the Body Positive Clubhouse. She is a big proponent of the Health At Every Size approach to wellness, focusing on joyful movement, intuitive eating, and self-care. Amber is also the co-creator of the Yoga for All Teacher Training with Dianne Bondy, and she also leads trainings for Accessible Yoga. In her work, Amber is dedicated diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, and helping empower people live life without shame or apology.   With yoga classes and teacher trainings being moved online, what will happen when the pandemic ends, and people can be together in person again? Amber shares her thoughts on how being online has shifted expectations around yoga, and talks more about how this shift has made yoga more accessible for some people. She also highlights some of the barriers that marginalized populations may face at an in-person studio. Shannona and Amber discuss what online classes are lacking and how we can address those shortcomings, as well as what yoga teachers can do to create community in online yoga classes.   If you are looking for insights and perspectives on how to navigate the current situation, as well as explore ideas around what it really means to teach yoga, this interview is sure to inspire you and give you tools to move forward in a productive and meaningful way.   Key Takeaways: [3:41] COVID-19 has changed the way we share yoga. This episode explores what the future holds for yoga and yoga teachers. [6:48] Shannon gives a shout out to sponsor Schedulicity and reads a review from a listener. Have you left a review yet? [10:05] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Amber Karnes. [11:43] Shannon does a check-in with Amber. [13:43] What is helping Amber get through the upheaval in the world these days? [16:54] What is the future of being a yoga teacher? [23:42] Yoga has become more accessible to people because it is now being shared online. Amber shares more about the accessibility of yoga, fitness and movement practices in this time. [32:15] How has moving yoga online impacted some groups of people like children and less tech-savvy seniors? [35:54] What are Amber's thoughts around new yoga teachers getting certified to teach yoga online and going on to teach classes online, and only working in the online space? [38:00] We have an opportunity to reset the expectations around what a yoga class looks like, and to really examine what it means to teach Yoga. [43:59] There are thoughtful ways to change and tweak how we teach yoga to give the responsibility back to the student to listen to their bodies. [47:49] Teaching yoga online can feel lacking in community. How can we create connections and community online in creative ways? [53:48] Amber shares some thoughts around what could really help yoga teachers right now. [59:51] Shannon reflects on how important it is to center yourself around your "why". [1:00:35] Will Amber ever run for office? [1:02:09] Find out more about Amber and her work via the links below. [1:03:59] How does Amber deal with the pressure of having a large audience? [1:06:33] Shannon shares her biggest takeaways from this interview.   Links: Amber Karnes, Body Positive Yoga Amber Karnes on Instagram and Facebook Accessible Yoga Training Accessible Yoga Conference Body Positive Clubhouse Yoga for All Teacher Training with Dianne Bondy ALIGN Mastermind Program The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 209: Online Yoga Teacher Training with Jivana Heyman What Does the Future Hold for Yoga Teachers? Live with Amber Karnes Michelle Cassandra Johnson What is the future of 200-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings? - Post by Amber Karnes on Facebook Francesca Savero The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 203: Do Politics Belong in Yoga? with Chara Caruthers & Maria Kirsten The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Pelvic Health Professionals   Gratitude to our Sponsors Schedulicity and Sukhasana Chair (Code: TCYT10).   Quotes from this episode:   "I think a lot of folks are going to change the way that they are practicing yoga in community going forward." - Amber   "This moment is a unique opportunity for us to be imaginative, as both yoga practitioners and teachers of how we can reset some of the expectations around 'What is a yoga class?'." - Amber   "We can look at what the opportunities are coming out of this to create classrooms and teaching spaces and community spaces that are more equitable for all of us." - Amber   "When we approach [teaching online], we have to start to approach it as if it were a viable alternative and sometimes, a preferred alternative for some of our students." - Amber   "With accessibility, the question that I like to encourage teachers to ask is 'Where does the power live right now?'." - Amber   "Yoga is a personal practice that we do in community." - Amber  

Are the new online YTTs good enough? Can anyone launch a teacher training?

Jo has been practicing yoga for over 2 decades, and her practice has evolved through the years and today she finds herself focusing on the importance of cyclical wisdom in Yoga practice . Her belief is that our primary spiritual practice stems from our own body . In this episode we talk about yoga, fertility, cyclical wisdom and how they all relate. Jo Shakti works as leader in the feminine rise, supporting and empowering women through Yoga and Ritual. Through Return to the Self, Jo offers Yoga for the whole feminine life cycle, including blood wisdom, through her Awakening Shakti retreats and courses. She also has an incredible passion for supporting women through Yoga to empower Pregnancy, Birth and Motherhood. Jo is lead trainer of Spiritual Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training, a course setting a global standard as an in-person and online course. This follows her 5 year career supporting 200hr YTTs alongside Peewee Sanchez of Yogafirst. Jo is creatrix of Shakti Celebration, a global event of sisterhood and the feminine rise as well as her many years of work leading independent Yoga Retreats and Shakti Pilgrimages worldwide. Jo is a Doula in training and lives with her young children Ananda, Caesar and filmmaker husband in Bali. https://www.instagram.com/returntotheself/ https://www.facebook.com/returntotheself/ returntotheself.co.uk

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 192: Everyone Has a Pelvic Floor with Shannon Crow   Description: Was the pelvic floor ever covered in any of your yoga teacher training, anatomy courses, or if you have had children, as a part of pre- and post-natal education? Yet, the pelvis is one of the most important parts of our bodies, and also a very misunderstood and often neglected part of the body.    People often relate pelvic health and function to women, childbearing, or other similar functions, but the truth is, whether you are male, female, non-binary or any other gender, you have a pelvic floor! As with any other body part, it is important for us to know what this part of our body does for us, and how we can protect and ensure it is healthy and working well. In fact, pelvic health is very much related to how the body moves, and so many things that our everyday bodies are dealing with are also related to pelvic health.   How does this impact us as yoga teachers and yoga practitioners? Shannon shares more about the five superpowers of the pelvic floor and helps us understand its importance in our movement, and general well-being. She also highlights some of the common pelvic health issues you may encounter, as well as how yoga can help.   Whether you're passionate about all things pelvic health like Shannon, or just talking about your pelvic makes you uncomfortable, this episode is a great place to start learning about a body part we all have - the pelvic floor.   Key Takeaways: [1:42] The pelvis is an important part of our bodies but is often misunderstood, or neglected. [4:35] Pelvic health is related to many other issues we may be having in our bodies. [7:18] Shannon gives a shoutout to a reviewer and to Schedulicity. [10:26] Have you learned about the pelvic floor in YTTs, anatomy classes, or pre- and post-natal education? [14:03] How does language influence our perception of pelvic health? [15:32] What are the 5 superpowers of the pelvic floor? Stabilize, Support, Sexual, Sphincteric, Sump Pump. [18:08] Having a strong core four is important for movement and healthy living. What are some issues that can come up as a result of the core four not working together in synergy? [21:50] How common is it to encounter someone in our yoga classes experiencing issues related to pelvic health? [25:04] Pelvic health issues often need to be addressed by a team of professionals working together. [26:08] Shannon shares a short practice to become more connected with your pelvic floor.   Links: The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 129: Pelvic Floor 101 with Marie-Josée Forget 1:1 Consultation with Shannon The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 009: Kegels, Mula Bandha and Pelvic Health with Shelly Prosko The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 151: Male Pelvic Health & Yoga with Dr. Susie Gronski The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 147: Core Strength Myths & Cues with Lauren Ohayon The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 075: Yoga for Pelvic Girdle Pain with Dr. Sinead Dufour The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 069: Yoga with Pelvic Organ Prolapse with Dr. Sarah Duvall Try Yoga Before Drugs to Relieve Back Pain, by Kira Sloane for Yoga Anytime The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 134: Pelvic Health for Pregnancy & Beyond with Julie Wiebe The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 169: Integrating Pelvic Health into Yoga with Shannon Crow & Mado Hesselink  The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 121: Yoga for Pelvic Health with Shannon Crow   Gratitude to our Sponsor Schedulicity and Pelvic Health Professionals .   Quotes from this episode:   "So many things that our everyday bodies are dealing with also relate to pelvic health." - Shannon   "It's really important to think about the pelvic floor in terms of being able to engage, but also being able to release and relax and let go." - Shannon   "Having a strong core is so important for moving and healthy living." - Shannon   "When we're looking at holding tension in something like the pelvic floor, in a group of muscles anywhere in the body, yoga is an amazing way to release tension." - Shannon  

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 187: How to Choose a Yoga Teacher Training with Cecily Milne   Description: The first big step that we often take in our journey to become yoga teachers is our Yoga Teacher Training (YTT), and in many ways, much of how we teach is influenced by our YTT experiences. However, not all YTTs are created equal, and some are better than others. Cecily Milne published the blogpost “10 ways to make your yoga teacher training suck less”, and has some pointers on what makes a good YTT.   Cecily Milne is the Founder of Yoga Detour™, which began as a 200HR program, but has evolved since then. Today, Cecily focuses on education within the yoga and movement teaching community, and hopes to provide other professionals in this space with the resources she wishes she had access to as a teacher and business owner. She offers online learning courses as well as in-person training to support others and help them grow as yoga teachers and movement educators.   What sets a great YTT apart from the rest? Shannon and Cecily dig into why many teacher training programs today fail to set trainees up for success, and the top lessons Cecily learned from running her own 200hr TT. Cecily also highlights the importance of diversity and representation teacher trainings, teaching skills and evaluations, and the business aspect of running YTTs. Ultimately, choosing a YTT is all about finding the right fit between the student and the school.   Whether you are brand new to yoga and are thinking about a YTT, or if you are wondering how to put an amazing YTT together, this episode is full of valuable insights.   Key Takeaways: [4:53] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Cecily Milne. [6:41] What does Cecily do and who does she do it for? [8:33] How did Cecily get started with yoga? [10:19] What was Cecily's first 200-hour yoga teacher training like? [12:20] What inspired Cecily to write her article "10 ways to make your yoga teacher training suck less" [14:05] What are some of the most important things to consider when choosing a yoga teacher training? [17:16] Shannon and Cecily discuss how to make yoga teacher trainings more representative and inclusive. [21:18] What are some questions we should be asking when considering a yoga potential teacher training? [23:41] How can we bring up the topic of race and representation in a yoga teacher training? [25:00] Cecily highlights some other questions to ask when considering a yoga teacher training, particularly around the business aspects of being a yoga teacher. [32:36] As much as those taking the training programs, those offering the training programs need to ask themselves why they are providing that program and who it is for. [33:48] Shannon and Cecily discuss where being a part of Yoga Alliance ties in with yoga teacher trainings. [35:29] Accountability should be a big part of a yoga teacher training. Cecily shares how she helps teachers with learning to teach. [39:42] Cecily has had some great success with getting her students record themselves teaching. [41:40] How can teachers deal with the privacy aspect and getting consent from their students to record? [43:10] It is important for students to know what their needs and priorities are in choosing a yoga teacher training, and to find a school that caters to that and is a good fit. [44:08] Shannon recommends that you talk to previous graduates from the yoga school or training program you are considering. [45:06] Get in touch with Cecily via her website to find out more about her work and the training she offers. [46:47] Shannon shares her key takeaways from this interview.   Links: Cecily Milne, Yoga Detour 10 Ways to Make Your Teaching Training Program Suck Less, by Cecily Milne How to Make Your Teacher Training Program Suck Less Cheatsheet Detour Method Synthesis Shannon Crow on Instagram   Gratitude to our Sponsor Schedulicity   Quotes from this episode:   "The program helped me see that there was actually real value to becoming a yoga teacher, and for me that was being able to help people make the most of their experience in their bodies." - Cecily   "I see fewer and fewer programs actually asking people to teach, and asking people to teach and get evaluated for it." - Cecily   "We have to just get more creative with how we structure our programs and how we include different members of faculty." - Cecily

Die Nachfrage nach Yoga Teacher Trainings (YTT) wird immer größer, das Angebot auch und die Herausforderung, das richtige YTT zu finden immer schwieriger. Deswegen sprechen Sinah und Geschäftspartnerin Sophia Thora in dieser Folge über ihre eigenen Yogalehrerausbildungen und wie sie diese gefunden haben. Sie sprechen über ihre ersten Erfahrungen als Lehrerinnen ihres eigene YTTs welches im Juli los ging. Dazu klären sie auf, ob man dazu nach Bali muss oder das eigentlich nur in Indien geht? In der Folge erfährst du alles mögliche rund um ein YTT. Was du aus dieser Folge mitnehmen kannst:Wo finde ich eine Yogalehrerausbildung?Wie entscheide ich und such diese aus?Was ist ein YTT eigentlich?Was sollte ich wissen und können?Warum macht man ein Yoga Teacher Training?Wie haben Sinah und Sophia ihre YTTs gefunden?Hier alle Infos zu unserem nächsten Yoga Teacher Training 2021 mit Sinah, Sophia und Simon Parkhttps://www.kaleandcake.de/teachertraining2021 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Ep 153: Licensing a Yoga Teacher Training with Aruna Kathy Humphrys & Claire Matthews   Description: As our yoga business grows and expands, one of the things that we may consider offering is yoga teacher training programs. However, it can be challenging to create your own curriculum and and there are many different aspects to consider. Aruna Kathy Humphrys and Claire Matthews have some insights to share on this topic and their unique business model.Aruna and Claire are the founders of Ambassador Yoga. They have created and licensed a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training program that provides teachers with manuals and lesson plans to run their own YTTs in their own homes or studios. In addition to their work at Ambassador Yoga, Aruna and Claire both run their own yoga business. Aruna has been a certified yoga instructor since 1998, and is the Co-Founder, Director and Lead Teacher Trainer at Young Yoga Masters Registered Children's Yoga School. Claire's yoga journey began in 2002, and she is the Co-Founder and Director of Yoga Truly Studios where she teaches guided classes & restorative therapies. Aruna and Claire share more about who can become a yoga teacher trainer, why you might want to register with Yoga Alliance and the requirements for that, and how licensing a training program works for them and the yoga teachers trainers they serve. They also have some advice on writing the curriculum for a yoga teacher training program and some resources around that..If you have a yoga teacher training program, or have wondered what it takes to create a yoga teacher training - this episode will be a useful one. Key Takeaways: [8:14] Shannon introduces her guests for this episode - Aruna Kathy Humphrys & Claire Matthews. [9:29] What is the work that Aruna and Claire do and who do they do it for? [11:15] Claire runs her yoga teacher trainings on a different schedule than the usual system. She explains how it works. [14:16] How did Claire and Aruna first meet and decide to put together a yoga teacher training? [15:48] How does the licensing work in terms of other yoga teachers wanting to run their own yoga teacher trainings? [18:10] How are yoga teachers screened for their suitability to run a yoga teacher training? Claire and Aruna discuss how the changes in the requirements of Yoga Alliance could impact the screening process. [23:58] When yoga teachers buy the licensing program from Yoga Ambassador, how do they execute it? [25:03] What are some things that Aruna and Claire learned when they first started licensing out their program? [29:15] Aruna and Claire have had a few "Beautiful Mind" moments and share the experience of that. [32:59] What were some things that were surprising to Aruna and Claire when delivering their teacher trainings? [35:37] What is Claire and Aruna's advice to want to license their own teacher training programs? [42:00] What are Claire and Aruna's thoughts on selling their manuals? [43:32] How does the licensing work in terms of a yoga school's business name? [46:28] How do Claire and Aruna deal with updating the manual? [48:46] Claire and Aruna do a lot of the work behind the scenes for teacher trainers. [50:34] What is Claire and Aruna's #1 tip about putting together a teacher training? [54:03] There are plans for a 300-hr training in the works. Claire and Aruna share some of the considerations they have to deal with. [57:10] Get in touch with Claire and Aruna via their website to find out more about their licensing program.   Links: Ambassador Yoga Aruna Kathy Humphrys Claire Matthews The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Bonus Episode: New Standards for Yoga Schools with Shannon Roche MamaNurture Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Toronto Yoga Conference April 2020   Gratitude to our Sponsor Schedulicity and Yoga for Pelvic Health Teacher Training   Quotes from this episode: "If you qualify with Yoga Alliance, then you would qualify with us." - Aruna   "They choose their price, they choose their schedule. What they do have to stick to is the trainer lesson plans, just making sure the right amount of time is spent in each educational category but how they deliver that is really up to them." - Claire   "I think the big learning was how to make the training experiential." - Aruna   "Use the thing to teach the thing." - Aruna   "Editing the manual - it is an ongoing process, also because there is always new information about yoga." - Aruna  

In the conversations I have with colleagues about yoga teacher trainings the focus is almost always centered on the idea that 200 hours is not enough time to produce high quality baseline yoga teachers. I brought this question to my friend and teacher Jules Mitchell to get her opinion and very quickly our conversation veered from the serious but simple question, “How many hours of training should foundational YTTs have?” to the much more complex questions of, “Who gets to have the power to decide what makes a good yoga teacher?” and “If we raise the standards to make ‘better' yoga teachers what communities get left further behind with less access to yoga than they already have?” Spoiler alert: We came up with almost no clear answers to these questions, but I think it is important for us to have these conversations publicly and often. If you don't already know Jules, she is a San Francisco based yoga teacher, educator and massage therapist. She blends the tradition of yoga with her extensive study in biomechanics to help teachers develop their craft and empower them with education. She regularly contributes to yoga teacher training programs and leads workshops worldwide, balancing the somatic aspects of yoga with the most current exercise science. Check out our previous interview to get to know more about Jules and the way she incorporates her knowledge of biomechanics into her teaching in Episode #9, right here! In this episode you'll hear: What Jules thinks is working well in the yoga teacher training culture. A conversation about the current standards yoga trainings follow and how they are (or are not) are serving teachers and their students well. Some thoughts about Yoga Alliance and whether or not yoga might be served by having an actual regulating body. Jules and I go down the rabbit hole of “Who gets to decide what ‘good' yoga teaching looks like...and is that something we think should be defined at all??” Learn More From Jules: On her website On Instagram On Twitter On Facebook On YouTube Also! Yoga Detour Online Training is now open... It's been a long time coming but my friends over at Yoga Detour are finally releasing their online course which is only open for registration until November 2! Detour Method Online bridges the gap between the yoga you know and love with all the other stuff you know the body needs in addition to yoga like strength work, mobility training and overall feel good movement. It includes live calls with Detour founder Cecily Milne  (you can check out her interview on The Mentor Sessions right here if you don't already know her!) plus a bunch of amazing bonuses like audio classes and downloadable resources. You can find out more about the course by checking out their website here and use the code “mentor” at checkout to get $50 off your registration!  

076: Designing A Yoga Teacher Training with Rachel Scott   Think back to your first 200-hour yoga teacher training. What was it like? Did it fit your learning style? What do you wish was included? If you've given these questions some thought perhaps designing and teaching yoga teacher training is a path for you.   Shannon came across Rachel Scott in a serendipitous-like fashion. Rachel had shared photos on the Pixabay (a free image-sharing site), and Shannon used one for her online 5-Day Content Creation Challenge. Noticing that Rachel was a yoga teacher, Shannon clicked on the link to Rachel's site. Discovering that Rachel did consultation work with yoga teachers interested in designing their own YTT, (a topic Shannon wanted to cover on the show), Shannon took the opportunity to invite Rachel on the podcast as a guest.   Rachel is an educational designer and teacher whose mission is to support yoga teachers and studios to create their own excellently crafted and delivered teacher trainings. She has worked in education for nearly twenty years and led the Teachers College at one of Canada's largest yoga studios for more than seven. The author of two yoga books, she hosts an award-winning blog and has contributed to several publications. Rachel has a BA from Columbia University, Masters of Science in Instructional Design and Learning Technology. She describes herself as “part nerd, part creative artist”, believing in elevating strengths, laughing out loud, and taking a few deep breaths.   With warmth and wisdom, Shannon and Rachel discuss the pros and cons of designing a yoga teacher course, how to determine if this path is right for you, teaching and planning strategies and much more.   As always, please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below. What would you like to see included in a yoga teacher training? Have you given thought to teaching one? 11:30 How Rachel become interested in helping yoga teachers create their own yoga YTT and her process of becoming a consultant   17:45 Rachel's perspective on creating online yoga content with good intentions (versus income-focused)   19:05 Rachel's approach to guiding teachers through designing a YTT   22:00 How do yoga teachers know if they're ready to create a yoga teacher training, the qualities of a good teacher and defining where strengths and interest lies   26:00 How to test the waters to help you decide if you would like to teach a YTT and considering training for becoming a good teacher   28:05 “One of the reasons to teach is to learn” -don't feel pressured to go into teaching “knowing all”   30:00 Helping students learn versus telling students what you know and Rachel's first time leading a YTT and learning the significance of this “creating an environment where people can make mistakes” a practice and actively learning instead of students sitting and listening   33:10 Is there a downside of designing a YTT and pitfalls to avoid   36:35 Considerations to help you determine what to charge for your YTT   41:20 How much content can students manage to process in a day and strategies that can help   44:40 Rachel's thoughts on improving YTTs she has attended- finding a way to give feedback to students, some form of accountability, clarity in what students will learn from a course   49:10 The services Rachel provides and how to work with her   53:15 Shannon's wrap up and final thoughts on offering yoga teacher trainings Links   Contact Rachel for a free 15-minute consultation call:   Rachel's email: info@rachelyoga.com   Rachel's Website: Rachel Yoga   Rachel on Facebook   Rachel on Instagram   The Connected Teacher Facebook Group   Follow The Connected Teacher on YouTube   Book a Consultation Call with Shannon   The Connected Yoga Teacher 5-Day Content Creation Challenge   Relevant TCYT Episodes:   052: Create Your Online Course with Janelle Allen   061: Too Many Yoga Teachers with Kimma Stark Gratitude to our Sponsor Schedulicity

061: Too Many Yoga Teachers? with Kimma Stark   When Shannon read Kimma Stark's thought-provoking blog post: What the World Needs Now is NOT ANOTHER YOGA TEACHER, she knew she wanted her on The Connected Yoga Teacher to share her perspective. Kimma, with great love and respect for those who own and/or manage yoga studios, questions the churning out of yoga teachers through the yoga studios who provide trainings in order to make ends meet.   With Kimma's experience managing four different studios she knows how difficult it is to create a business model that will ensure a studio's financial success. What she questions is the effect these trainings can have on the industry, the teachers and the students.   Shannon and Kimma also discuss the limitations of a 200-hour yoga teacher training, yogi trainings versus YTTs, the importance of always learning and finding inspiration as an established yoga teacher, embodying your teachings and much more.   For Kimma, teaching yoga is her full-time profession and says it has been “most rewarding, challenging, and meaningful work she has ever done.” She was intrigued by yoga from her very first experience, trying a hot yoga class in 2000. She moved on toward traditional formats and began teaching in 2008. Her teachings are grounded in yoga philosophy, anatomy and physiology.   She teaches private and group classes in Gentle Flow Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, Restorative, Prenatal, and Kids Yoga classes along with Thai Massage in Cascais, Portugal. She has an Essential Elements retreat planned in Portugal for June 2018.   9:40 Kimma's early experience with yoga   13:30 Kimma's first teacher trainings   15:30  Kimma's early career in the high-paced corporate world of marketing and advertising   17:10 What led Kimma to write her article: What the World Needs Now is NOT ANOTHER YOGA TEACHER   20:20 Kimma's experience as studio manager and the business model of offering yoga teacher trainings as a way to make ends meet   22:45 Alternate trainings such as yogi trainings for those interested in delving into yoga but not necessarily teaching and the pressure to teach coming out of your first YTT   26:05 Kimma's move to Portugal and travels to Thailand and how teaching yoga can be a nomadic lifestyle   29:45 On continually learning and evolving as a yoga teacher and how students can sense when yoga teachers are embodying the yoga they teach   31:18 What 200-hour YTT Kimma would recommend   33:12 Other considerations when choosing a yoga teacher training and approaching yoga with an understanding of the light and dark (the yin and yang)   35:00 Why Kimma feels a 200-hour YTT is not enough   37:30 What would Kimma tell aspiring yoga teachers who have obstacles, such as distance and time, about taking a yoga teacher training and why Kimma has a concern with online training when starting out   39:44 The effect of studios offering yoga teacher trainings to make ends meet instead of offering unique teachings and the idea that teaching yoga is a service   44:30 Kimma's advice to teachers wanting to teach full-time     46:28 How to contact Kimma and her upcoming retreats   49:18 Shannon's closing thoughts and key takeaways   Links   Flowing Lotus Website   Flowing Lotus Yoga on Facebook   Kimma Stark's Resumé   Kimma's article: What the World Needs Now is NOT ANOTHER YOGA TEACHER   Frog Lotus International Yoga Teacher Training Programs   Fiverr- Freelance Services   The Connected Teacher Facebook Group   Follow The Connected Teacher on Youtube   Book a Consultation Call with Shannon   Accessible Yoga Conference in Toronto June 22nd-24th, 2018 Gratitude to our Sponsor Schedulicity