3 Great Resources for New Yoga Teachers
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Are you a new yoga teacher? Feeling overwhelmed? That’s totally normal, and I’ve definitely been there! ;)
The transition from training into teaching can bring up a lot.
What kind of classes do I want to focus on?
Where should I teach?
Is this studio the right fit?
What makes me unique as a teacher?
What can I offer to my students?
When will I feel less nervous and build more confidence?
As you explore these questions, take a deep breath.
Remind yourself: you are AMAZING and your classes are so needed in your community. Plus, you have a ton of awesome resources you can take advantage of. Here are 3 to keep in mind.
Resources for New Yoga Teachers
Your favorite local teachers. I can’t recommend this highly enough: find a mentor teacher who you can turn to with questions, concerns, and who will support you and hold you accountable as you learn and grow. Having a real, live, compassionate fellow teacher is such a great way to support your ongoing learning as you begin to teach.
Your students who are ‘regulars.’ Observe your students carefully during class and they will teach you so much about how to become an incredible teacher! Notice what words they respond to, what cues actually land, how they engage with you before and after class. Be mindful of asking for feedback when you feel ready to receive it, and be open and willing to listen.
Books, blogs, websites and YouTube channels you resonate with. There is so much yoga content out in the world nowadays… instead of worrying about absorbing all of it or comparing yourself to the most popular teacher, just find something that works for you and that you consistently feel drawn to. What is it about the teaching that you enjoy or that is memorable and impactful to you? How can you allow that experience to inspire you and give you the gift of self care so that you can pour from an empty cup? Remember, your practice is SO important as you step into your role as a teacher. Keep nourishing yourself.
Did you complete a power vinyasa yoga teacher training? Struggling with your cues?
The Alive in the Fire power yoga script can help!
Please also feel free to reach out to me (aliveinthefire at gmail dot com) to connect or ask questions. Chances are, I’ve struggled with the same thing you are struggling with!
Calling all new yoga teachers! Are you ready to teach a badass power yoga class?! This script can help you improve your cues, build your confidence, and discover the sequencing and pacing that will define your unique style as a teacher. A great tool for transitioning from your yoga teacher training into any environment where you are leading classes, whether that’s a studio, gym, corporate setting, or private classes.
If you are struggling to remember what to say when you teach, or you’re having trouble guiding students from pose to pose, this script can help. The Power Yoga Script breaks down exactly what verbs and cue details to use as you teach. Are there fears or insecurities holding you back? Are you comparing yourself to other yoga teachers instead of letting your voice be heard? Explore the big questions behind how and why you teach using this helpful guide.
The sequencing follows the Baptiste methodology including the following sections: Integration, Awakening, Vitality, Equanimity, Grounding, Igniting, Stability, Opening, Release, Rejuvenation and Deep Rest.
This 48-page script includes:
Introductions
Warm ups
Sun salutations
Warrior poses
Balancing poses
Triangle series
Backbending
Abs and core work
Hips
Forward bending
Inversions
Cool down and shavasana
There’s also space for you to plan out a class and write out all the cues you’ll use to guide students safely through the poses, plus a list of questions to help you discover where you’re feeling stuck.
Precise cues, smart sequencing, and ideas for how to start and end the class in an engaging and authentic way. Walk into class feeling empowered and prepared to deliver a kick-ass yoga experience to your students.
Take your teaching from basic to badass with this power yoga script.
Here’s what yoga teachers are saying about the POWER YOGA SCRIPT:
“This definitely helped me improve my flow with teaching asana after my teacher training.” -Donita, Vinyasa yoga teacher
”I love how you laid this script out. I felt confused and scattered as I was working on my classes and this helped me save time in the process. Thank you!” -Keyla, yin yoga teacher
“I’ll be honest: when I got done with my 200-hour training, I felt totally lost. I mean, my trainers went over all the poses but as soon as I’d get in front of the room, the words just weren’t there. I felt so stuck. This book helped me build my confidence and doing some memorization so I wasn’t always so terrified to teach.” -Beth, power vinyasa teacher
I’ve been feeling a shift in my yoga practice.