Actually, the idea of teaching made me uncomfortable. I signed up because I loved yoga - and I wanted to understand it more deeply. So I found myself in a 21-day immersive training with around 60 other students. It was full, intense and - at times - a little overwhelming. But something shifted.
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Life rarely goes as planned, but yoga and Dharma remind us to soften our grip. Each moment - busy or still - has something to offer.
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From accreditation and curriculum to format and instructor experience, several factors can influence your decision. Choosing wisely will ensure you receive the best education, develop confidence in your teaching and set yourself up for success in guiding others through the practice of aerial yoga.
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When the mind won’t stop racing, yoga teaches us to return to breath, sensation and movement - finding calm beyond thought.
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A traditional high-hammock aerial yoga class can be exciting and dynamic, but not every student feels comfortable jumping into the fabric right away. By incorporating low-hammock aerial yoga, you can make the practice safer, more accessible and more versatile. Here are three reasons to add low-hammock aerial yoga to your teaching repertoire.
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As a yoga teacher and mom, I used to think yoga retreats were designed only for solo travelers or yogis seeking an escape from the demands of daily life. But then it hit me - why should retreats only be about leaving daily life behind? Why not create a space where the day-to-day joys and connections of family life can come along? That’s when the idea of family yoga retreats came to life for me.
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We practice - not to fix, not to chase - but simply for the sake of practice itself. We ‘stack the blocks’ simply because it feels right. Because there is nothing we need to gain that isn’t already here, right now.
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Completing your yoga teacher training is just the beginning of a transformative journey - not only for your personal practice but also for your ability to teach and inspire others. While traditional yoga forms provide a strong foundation, supplementing your training with specialized skills like Aerial Yoga and Kids Yoga can elevate your teaching practice and expand your reach quickly.
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As with all journeys, preparation is key! Take the time to get ready - both physically and mentally - so that you will step into training mode with confidence, focus and an open mind. Whether you are a seasoned Aerial yogi or you are brand new to the practice, these tips will help you feel more empowered and inspired as you get ready to soar into this next chapter of your yoga journey.
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Once, there was an old farmer who knew his time was nearing an end. He called his three grown children to his bedside and said, “In the pasture, there is a treasure. I want you three to have it when I am gone.” The children, eager to honor their father’s wishes, promised to find and care for the treasure.
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In yoga, we talk about balance - between effort and ease, strength and flexibility, breath and movement. But there is another balance that plays an important role in both life and practice: repetition and novelty.
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Your yoga practice is a great place to develop awareness. Even during your practice, you will find clear habits… some which may be decidedly worth repeating and others that may be ready for release. As you play with the shapes of your body (Asana) watch what happens (What do you avoid? What do you over-perform?)...
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Being a good Yoga Teacher calls for continuous learning and growing. Of course that could look like getting on your mat for hours every day (good job you if that is part of your life!). But realistically we tend to learn and grow in spurts - which is perfectly matched with immersive experiences and trainings ;)
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Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means “a reason for being.” The word Ikigai is composed of two parts: iki, which means life and gai, which describes value or worth. Discovering your Ikigai could also be defined as finding “your reason for jumping out of bed in the morning.”
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During an interview with the Dalai Lama a reporter once asked, “How do you fit in daily meditation with your busy schedule?” In a cheeky sort of (teacher-ey) reply the Dalai Lama said that on a normal day he would meditate for one hour… but on extremely busy days he would meditate for two…
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When I really consider why it is that YOGABLOOM needed to exist for me… it boils down to the feeling of connection that we have with each other through sharing space and practice. We become ‘related’ through the time we spend in this community.
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Recently I said YES. And trust me, every bone in my body was whispering NO. I brushed up against my fear - it was attached to feeling like maybe I wouldn’t be ‘enough’, maybe I would ‘fail’ and maybe I would have a classroom of eyes on me watching while it happened (teacher problems).
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When we need them most, life’s lessons seem to have a way of finding us. Recently, I was stuck in a rut. But while watching my eldest daughter navigate a new App Game I realized that my rut was just something to be shifted. Here is a short story about getting back on my path with renewed perspective and energy.
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