how to boost yoga student engagement and retention

How to Boost Yoga Student Engagement and Retention

In this yoga coaching session we talk about how you can boost and maintain yoga student engagement and retention. We’ll explore some ideas, strategies, and tools you might use, and how to keep your students regular and returning to your yoga classes so they can reap all the benefits of yoga! Watch the video, o..read more
how do we get stronger in yoga

How Do We Get Stronger in Yoga?

(and should this be a focus of our yoga practice?)

In this coaching discussion for yoga teachers  and teachers-in-training, we talk about how we get stronger through our yoga practice, and we’ll explore whether yoga is an effective practice for building strength, muscle mass, and overall fitness. Watch the video below, o..read more
sharing readings and quotes in yoga classes


Sharing Readings or Quotes in Yoga Class

You may have attended a yoga class where the teacher shares a quote, reading, or poem that deeply resonates with you, creating an environment of introspection and creative contemplation that enhances your experience of yoga. Readings can set a meaningful tone for the class, offering students someth..read more
bus stop method inclusive yoga cueing and teaching strategies

Bus Stop Method: Inclusive, Accessible Yoga Teaching Strategies

This week we talk about the 'bus stop' cueing method, an inclusive, accessible yoga teaching strategy. The Bus Stop method is a teaching strategy that is commonly used in the accessible yoga community, but I think it's useful for all yoga classes. It’s particularly useful in those all-levels drop-..read more
yoga injuries rates risks and reduction strategies

Yoga Injuries

Rates, Risks, and Reduction Strategies for Yoga Teachers

In this week's Group Coaching discussion we talk about yoga injuries. If you prefer to read, or want to check out some particular notes or resources, scroll down to the discussion notes.  Or, watch the video below: [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJ1PqDGqa8w[/embedyt] ..read more
how to ask for feedback in yoga class

How to Ask for Feedback in Yoga Classes

7 Strategies to overcome your fear, ask for feedback in yoga classes, and create more inclusive, student-centered yoga classes

I got a great question the other day from a teacher who was experimenting with adding some new elements into her yoga classes. She was concerned about how this was landing with her students and..read more

Making Yoga More Inclusive

5 Strategies for Yoga Teachers to Make Yoga A Welcoming, Inclusive Space for All

1. Create a Welcoming Environment:

Foster a sense of inclusivity and belonging by creating a welcoming and non-judgmental space. Emphasize acceptance, respect, and support for all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or sk..read more

Understanding Common Contraindications in Yoga

Contraindications, Health Considerations, and Guidelines for Teaching Yoga

with senior trainer Heather Agnew, ERYT-500 Welcome to our latest discussion where we explore common contraindications in yoga. Join us as we explore the nuances of contraindications in yoga, foc..read more
Relaxation props for hands

Relaxation Props for Hands: Soothe Tension and Relax Your Hard-Working Hands

-with Senior Yoga Teacher Heather Agnew [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8CnpkOEvtE[/embedyt] The other day I did a video about identifying what distracts you in your meditation practice, and what props or tools might help reduce those dist..read more
What bugs me about yoga? The lack of inclusion and accessibility

What bugs me about yoga? The lack of inclusion and accessibility.

What's exciting about the future of yoga? Inclusion and Accessibility!

  [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-2ONglaNFM[/embedyt]   There are things that up until recently really bugged me about yoga. Being a person with chronic back pain and almost 30 years of yog..read more
should I ask about injuries before a yoga class

Yoga Coaching Sessions: Should I Ask About Injuries Before a Yoga Class?

Question: Should I ask students about injuries and conditions at the start of class or on sign up forms? I've always asked at the start of class (since I am not involved in the sign-up process currently) and then provide modification suggestions before and during class or confirm they are able to..read more
self care strategies for yoga teachers

Self Care for Yoga Teachers

How self-knowledge leads to self-care

with Heather Agnew, ERYT-500, lead trainer As yoga teachers we commit a lot of time and energy to guiding and supporting others in their practice, so it's important for us to prioritize our own self care to maintain our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In today’s discussion ..read more