A few years ago, when someone said “I’m doing my yoga teacher training,” you assumed they wanted to teach yoga. In 2026, that assumption is wrong about a third of the time. The fastest-growing kind of student in my Uplifted cohorts isn’t...
You’ve probably searched this question a dozen times. You’ve read the testimonials, watched the YouTube reviews, opened and closed three brochures. And still — the same question keeps looping in your head: is it actually worth it? Let me be the first...
No — you absolutely do not need to be flexible to become a yoga teacher. This is one of the biggest myths in the yoga world, and it stops so many amazing people from pursuing teacher training. The truth? Some of the best yoga teachers I know have tight hamstrings and...
Whether you’re about to start yoga teacher training or you’re already deep in the coursework, the right books can transform your understanding of yoga from “I know the poses” to “I understand the practice.” Here are my top picks —...
The short answer: Your first week of yoga teacher training is equal parts exciting, overwhelming, and deeply moving. You’ll meet your cohort, dive into your first anatomy and philosophy lessons, practice teaching for the first time (yes, already!), and probably...
The short answer: Start by teaching for free — community classes, friend groups, or donation-based sessions. Build confidence and a small following, then approach studios with a short demo video and a clear description of your teaching style. Most new teachers land...
