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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.
Can I Teach Without a Yoga Alliance Certification? (Yup)
You don’t need an RYT certificate from the Yoga Alliance to teach yoga. Read about when you need a teacher certification and when you don’t in this post.
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How To Know If An Online YTT Is Legit: 8 Things To Look For
Looking for an online yoga teacher training? Make sure it’s a good one before you sign up. Here is what to look for to know if an online YTT is legit.
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Levels of Yoga Certification: What The Heck Is The Difference Between 200-, 300-, and 500-Hour YTT Courses?
There are SO many types of yoga certification courses lately… so which is right for you? Learn about 200 RYT, 300 RYT, and 500 RYT requirements in this post.
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What is Yoga Alliance and Do I Need an RYT Certificate to Teach Yoga?
The Yoga Alliance helps standardize YTT programs, but does that mean that you need an RYT certificate to teach yoga? Nope. Here’s why.
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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.
6 Tips To Create An Inviting Home Video Studio On A Budget
Want to know how to create a warm video studio setup for your students? Here are key tips to creating a home video studio for your yoga YouTube channel.
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3 Best Tools To Launch A Yoga App (That You Can Actually Afford)
Learn how to launch a yoga app with the three tools that I used to create my six-figure salary as a yoga instructor. They’re easy, affordable, and effective.
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Does Yoga Insurance Cover You If You Teach Online? Not Always.
Using yoga insurance as a yoga instructor is super important but if you teach yoga online then you might not be covered. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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Want The Best Microphone For YouTube? Here Are My Top Picks
If you want to teach yoga online or record videos for YouTube, then you need a quality microphone. Here are the best microphones for YouTube on the market.
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How to Pivot To Teaching Yoga Online (For A Long Time)
If your income has dropped SIGNIFICANTLY as a yoga teacher due to COVID-19, then here are my tips for pivoting your yoga career to teaching online.
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How to Record Yourself Teaching Yoga & Film Yoga Videos
If you want to teach yoga online then you need to learn how to record yourself teaching yoga. I’ve been doing it for YEARS… here are my tips.
read moreRecently 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.
Dhyana Mudra: What Is It And How Do You Use It?
The dhyana mudra is one of the oldest and most powerful mudras that yogis can use in their meditation practice. Find out more in this post.
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Lotus Mudra: What Is It And How Do You Do It?
The lotus mudra, or ‘padma’ mudra, can be used for loving-kindness meditation and is associated with the heart chakra, or anahata. Read this post to learn more.
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Dharmachakra Mudra: What Is It And How Do You Do It?
What do the Buddha’s hand gestures symbolize? And why do yogis do it? Everything you need to know about the dharmachakra mudra.
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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.
12 Actionable Tips For New Yoga Teachers Who Are Scared To Teach
Teaching yoga for the first time can be scary. These tips for new yoga teachers will help you combat the fear and show up prepared and confident for your next yoga class.
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How To Prioritize Student Feedback On Zoom
Teaching yoga online can be a bit tricky if you want to give feedback. Here are my tips for adjusting your Zoom settings if you want to prioritize student feedback on Zoom.
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How To Teach Yoga On Zoom With Two Devices In 6 Easy Steps
Using 2 devices to teach online classes on Zoom makes it a better experience for both the teacher and the students. Here’s how to teach yoga on zoom with two devices.
read moreRecently 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.
Kirtan Kriya: Kundalini Meditation That Will Make You Feel Better
What if I told you that practicing yoga for just 12 minutes every day can alter your life forever? Practiced for over a thousand years, Kirtan Kriya is a Kundalini yoga routine that can stimulate mental balance, positivity, and longevity. Kundalini yoga is...
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10 Essential Types of Pranayama Breathing Techniques That You MUST Know
You’ve heard about yogic breathing before (aka pranayama breathing), but do you know what the different types of pranayama are? Here are the 10 most important pranayama types to learn.
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My Guided Pregnancy Meditation To De-Stress & Connect With Your Baby [VIDEO]
Prenatal meditation supports both you and your baby for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth. Here’s my guided pregnancy meditation to get you started!
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Learn about different yoga poses, yoga sequences, and the history of yoga by exploring my yoga category on the blog.
Sat Kriya: A Yoga Practice You Can Do in 3 Minutes
If you are one of those people who cannot spare the time to do an elaborate yoga routine every day, Sat Kriya is one of the best kriyas you can opt for.Yogis claim that practicing Sat Kriya for at least 3 minutes a day can have spectacular benefits on your...
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Raja Yoga: The Yoga of the Mind
Raja yoga is the yoga of the mind/meditation. It’s also called the “royal path” as in Sanskrit raja means “royal” or “king”.
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Om Namah Shivaya Mantra Chanting: Meaning & Benefits
In this post, I want to break down the meaning of Om Namah Shivaya, why it matters, and how to use this mantra in your own daily practice.
read moreRecently 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.
Six Essential Prenatal Yoga Poses for a Powerful Birth
Pregnancy is a time where expectant mothers are experiencing more stress than usual: discomfort from morning sickness, pelvic pain from the loosening of connective tissues, and fear about the upcoming labor and delivery process. The third trimester can be especially...
read moreYoga Pose Directory
All of the different yoga poses and postures can be found here.
How To Do Puppy Pose
Puppy Pose (Uttana Shishosana) is a good beginner pose to increase flexibility in the shoulders, stretch the spine, and open the chest.
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How To Do Happy Baby Pose
Happy Baby Pose (Ananda Balasana) is a calming beginner pose that opens the hips, stretches the hamstrings, and releases the lower back.
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How To Do Four-Limbed Staff Pose
Four-Limbed Staff Pose (Chaturanga Dandasana) is a great strengthening and alignment pose for your core, spine, arms, wrists, hips and knees.
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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
Om Namah Shivaya Mantra Chanting: Meaning & Benefits
In this post, I want to break down the meaning of Om Namah Shivaya, why it matters, and how to use this mantra in your own daily practice.
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Yoga for Sleep: 10 Poses to Do Before Bed
The article summarizes the benefits of yoga for sleep, as well as the top bedtime yoga poses for improved sleep and for alleviating sleep disorders.
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Jnana Yoga: The Yoga of Knowledge
Jnana yoga, also called gyana yoga or jnana marga (marga means “path”), is one of the traditional yoga systems. The tool of jnana yoga is the mind.
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Understanding the “Om Shanti” Mantra
Chanting the Om Shanti mantra is known to invoke peace and tranquility in one’s soul as per Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain traditions.
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Sore Back? Try This Yoga For Upper Back Pain.
If you can work this yoga for upper back pain into your daily routine, you’ll help alleviate the tension that contributes to upper back pain.
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Yoga For Athletes: 7 Poses For Strength, Flexibility and Stamina
Yoga for athletes can help athletes gain more flexibility and range of motion, thus reducing the risk of injury, without compromising on strength.
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