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How To Become A Yoga Teacher
If you want to become a yoga instructor, then start here. These are my most helpful articles to get you started.
Recently Added in Yoga Alliance
All the burning questions you have about Yoga Alliance that the rest of the internet won’t answer can be found right here. From Yoga Alliance membership benefits to whether or not you even need to be certified, I cover everything that Yoga Alliance has to offer.
How Much Does It Cost to Register with Yoga Alliance?
The short answer: Registering with Yoga Alliance costs $50 for the initial application fee plus $65 per year to maintain your RYT status. That's $115 for your first year and $65/year after that. For yoga schools (RYS), the fees are higher — $130 application plus...
How Long Does Yoga Alliance Certification Last? 5 Steps to Maintain It
In this article, we answer the question “how long does yoga alliance certification last?” and give you five action items to maintain your credentials!
How Many Hours Do You Need to be Certified by the Yoga Alliance?
Timing is everything, especially when it comes to yoga teacher training. So, how long is a Yoga Alliance certified training, really? Here’s what you need to know about the time commitment for 200-hour, 300-hour, and 500-hour YA certified trainings.
Am I Qualified to Teach After Taking a 200 Hour YTT?
Perhaps you’re a recent YTT graduate, or maybe you’re thinking about enrolling in a yoga teacher training (yay!). If you’re wondering “Am I qualified to teach after taking a 200 hour YTT?” this is all you need to know!
How to Upgrade Your Yoga Alliance Certification Designation to 300 / 500 RYT
It’s time for an upgrade! You’ve trained at the 300 / 500 hour level, and now you need to upgrade your yoga alliance certification designation. This post guides you through upgrading your Yoga Alliance designation to 300 / 500 RYT in 11 easy steps.
How to Register Your YTT Certificate With Yoga Alliance (With Photos)
Registering for Yoga Alliance is super easy. Here are the step-by-step instructions with photos of every step.
Recently Added in Yoga Teacher
So you’re thinking about becoming a yoga teacher, huh? I’ve got you covered. From how to choose a training program, what to do to prepare, to how to find a job as a yoga instructor, I cover all the topics you need to be successful as a yoga teacher.
7 BEST Online Yoga Teacher Training Courses (2026) — Expert Review
Want to know which online yoga courses I recommend, besides my own? Here are the best online yoga teacher training courses right now.
11 Embarrassing Sanskrit Words Yoga Teachers Get Wrong
Namast’YAY or namaste oh no? The list of Sanskrit words yoga teachers get wrong is officially longer than my list of favorite affirmations, yogis. Let’s get them right.
How Long Should You Do Yoga Before Teacher Training?
You’re wild about yoga and can’t wait to share your joy by becoming a teacher yourself! But how long should you do yoga before teacher training? My answer might surprise you.
How Long Does It Take To Be A Yoga Instructor?
YTTs these days promise that you can become a yoga instructor in 30 days. How long does it take to be a yoga instructor – really? Here’s my take.
How Much Do Yoga Teacher Trainings Cost? (2026 Pricing Guide)
How much do yoga teacher trainings cost, and how do you get the most for your money? Here’s my guide to answer all your questions.
8 Reasons It Doesn’t Have to Be Hard to Become a Yoga Teacher
The life of yoga teachers is widely mythologized, leading teachers-to-be wondering: Is it hard to become a yoga teacher? It doesn’t have to be.
Recently Added in Chakras
Wanna know about the chakras colors, how they work, and how to balance them? Then check out these posts all about the chakras.
Yoga to Connect with Your Heart: 3 Poses for Emotional Balance
Find emotional equilibrium and deepen your heart connection with transformative yoga to connect with the heart.
Crystals For Chakras: Unlock Your Energy and Balance
Learn how to use crystals for chakras to heal and open your chakra energy flow!
Third Eye Chakra Blocked Symptoms & Healing Techniques
Discover the third eye chakra blocked symptoms and how to heal your third eye.
Recently Added in Kundalini
All of the latest content about Kundalini Yoga.
Trauma-Informed Kundalini Yoga: A Heart-Centered Approach to Healing
Explore how trauma-informed Kundalini Yoga can help you heal gently, reconnect with your body, and reclaim your power—one breath, one choice at a time.
Harnessing the Power of Kundalini Divine Feminine for Transformation
Discover how to awaken your kundalini feminine energy through pleasure, intuition, and feminine embodiment—honoring your body’s cycles instead of forcing through them.
Kundalini for Feminine Energy: Ignite Your Creative Power and Passion
Ignite your creative power and passion with Kundalini for feminine energy. Here’s how.
Mastering the Sufi Grind: Benefits and Techniques for All Levels
Discover effective techniques and benefits of the Sufi grind to enhance your Kundalini practice.
Kundalini Yoga for Chakras: An Uplifted Guide to Energy Balance
Discover how Kundalini Yoga can enhance your chakra energy balance. Explore techniques, benefits, and practices to harmonize your mind and body. Read more!
Discover the Benefits of the Gobinday Mukunday Mantra for Well-Being
Explore the benefits of the Gobinday Mukunday mantra for enhancing your well-being. Discover how it can promote peace and balance in your life. Read more!
Recently Added in Yoga Teacher Resources
If you’re already a yoga instructor and you’re looking for resources on how to choose your advanced training or to improve your career, then you’ll love this section of the blog. From how to write the perfect resume to how to find a job, I’ve got you covered.
20 Awesome Ways To Make Money As A Yoga Instructor
Wondering how much do yoga instructors make? It depends. Here are 20 ways to make money as a yoga instructor… I’ll teach you how!
How Much Do Yoga Teachers Make? (And How To Earn More)
How much do yoga teachers make when teaching group yoga classes in yoga studios? Not much. If you teach yoga online, though, you can earn six figures. Here’s how.
15 Life-Changing Yoga Books To Deepen Your Yoga Practice
If you want to deepen your understanding of yoga philosophy as a practitioner or even a yoga instructor, then these are the best yoga books to get started.
Recently Added in Pranayama and Meditation
From Breath of Fire to Vedic Meditation, everything you need to know to start your own pranayama and meditation practice can be found here.
Tantric Har Chant: How It Fuels Prosperity and Inner Power
Find out how Tantric Har harmonizes energy for personal power and abundance.
Powerful Mantra for Protection Against Negative Energy and Harm
Discover a powerful mantra to shield yourself from negative energy and cultivate inner peace and protection.
The Power of Humee Hum Brahm Hum Mantra for Connection and Healing
Discover the meaning and benefits of the Humee Hum Brahm Hum mantra, a powerful tool for connection, healing, and reducing feelings of isolation.
Recently Added in Yoga
Learn about different yoga poses, yoga sequences, and the history of yoga by exploring my yoga category on the blog.
Can Somatic Yoga Help with Anxiety?
The short answer: Yes — and it may be more effective than traditional yoga for anxiety because it works directly with your nervous system rather than just your muscles. Somatic yoga teaches your body to complete its stress response cycle, which is often the root cause...
What Is Somatic Yoga and How Is It Different?
The short answer: Somatic yoga combines traditional yoga poses with somatic movement — slow, internally-focused exercises that retrain your nervous system and release chronic tension patterns. While regular yoga often emphasizes external alignment ("straighten your...
#332 – 7 Ways to Release Anger & Grief Through Your Yoga Practice
Today I want to discuss seven ways to release anger through your yoga practice. Expressing anger through movement is a powerful tool and surprise, you’re probably more angry than you realize.
Recently Added in Prenatal Yoga and Meditation
Yoga and meditation are powerful tools for your pregnancy that can not only help you be healthy during your pregnancy but also your baby too.
Yoga For Nausea: 7 Yoga Poses For A Sore Stomach
Practicing yoga reduces stress, tension, fatigue, and anxiety in the body, all of which can cause nausea. Here are 7 yoga poses for nausea.
Home Birth vs Hospital Birth: Which is More Yogic?
Home birth vs hospital birth: everyone has an opinion! Get advice from a prenatal yoga instructor and mom who has done both.
Pregnant? To Teach or Not To Teach
Can I teach while pregnant? Absolutely! Here is my guide to help expecting yoga teachers become their most powerful during pregnancy.
Yoga Pose Directory
All of the different yoga poses and postures can be found here.
4 Reasons Hasta Bandha Is Essential To Your Yoga Practice
Did you know that hasta bandha is your hand lock in yoga? Learn how to use it in this article!
8 Kundalini mudras for health and energy
Mudras, also referred to as seals or locks, are another interesting way to use your physical body, to direct energy and intention. Here are my favorite Kundalini mudras.
How to Do Sitali Pranayama: The Cooling Breath
Cool your inner fire with Sitali pranayama. Roll up your tongue (or not) and let’s get started! This is how to do it and when to use it.
Product Reviews
Check out my honest opinion on yoga mats, yoga props, books, and clothing in these helpful product reviews.
Most Recent On The Blog
A running list of the latest content
Ziva Magic Review: Emily Fletcher’s Manifesting Meditation Course Changed How I Call In What I Want
Ziva Magic Review: Emily Fletcher’s Manifesting Meditation Course Changed How I Call In What I Want—peek inside the course that helped me manifest differently.
Kundalini Yoga for Chakras: An Uplifted Guide to Energy Balance
Discover how Kundalini Yoga can enhance your chakra energy balance. Explore techniques, benefits, and practices to harmonize your mind and body. Read more!
How Much to Charge for Zoom Yoga Class: A Practical Pricing Guide
Discover practical tips for setting the right price for your Zoom yoga classes. Learn strategies to attract clients and maximize your earnings. Read more!
Discover the Benefits of the Gobinday Mukunday Mantra for Well-Being
Explore the benefits of the Gobinday Mukunday mantra for enhancing your well-being. Discover how it can promote peace and balance in your life. Read more!
Chakra Dance: An Intuitive Way To Move Energy
Chakra dance blends movement and mindfulness to harmonize your seven chakras.
Nabhi Kriya: Ignite Your Inner Fire and Personal Power
Ignite your inner power and balance your Solar Plexus Chakra with the energizing practice of Nabhi Kriya.