How to Make a Living as a Yoga Teacher (Without Burning Out)

How to Make a Living as a Yoga Teacher (Without Burning Out)

The honest answer: Yes, you can make a living as a yoga teacher. But probably not the way you think. The traditional model — scrambling between studios, teaching 20+ classes a week at $30-50 per class — leads to burnout, not financial stability. The teachers who...
Can I Do Yoga Teacher Training While Working Full-Time?

Can I Do Yoga Teacher Training While Working Full-Time?

The short answer: Yes — and most of my students do exactly this. The majority of people in my online 200-hour yoga teacher training are working professionals with full-time jobs, families, and busy lives. A well-designed program is built for this reality. The key is...
Can I Do Yoga Teacher Training While Working Full-Time?

Is 40 Too Old to Start Yoga Teacher Training?

The short answer: No. Not even close. Some of the most impactful yoga teachers I’ve certified through my 200-hour program started their training in their 40s, 50s, and even 60s. Age isn’t a barrier — it’s often an advantage. I hear this question a...
Can I Do Yoga Teacher Training While Working Full-Time?

How Many Hours a Week Do Yoga Teachers Work?

The short answer: Most yoga teachers work far fewer hours than you’d think. According to the Yoga Alliance industry survey, 67% of yoga instructors teach fewer than 10 hours per week. Only about 29% say yoga teaching is their primary source of income. But...
Can I Do Yoga Teacher Training While Working Full-Time?

What Is the Difference Between RYT 200 and E-RYT 200?

The short answer: RYT 200 means you’ve completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training and registered with Yoga Alliance. E-RYT 200 means you’ve done that plus logged at least 1,000 hours of teaching experience after certification. The “E” stands...