Tag Archive for: teaching Yoga

10 Question To Ask Before Investing In Yoga Teacher Training

This is an article I have been meaning to write for a long time as I think it may help students in asking some hard and valuable questions before they sign up for yoga teacher training. Training to be a yoga teacher is a huge investment of both time and money and I believe it is best to be sure of why you are doing it, as well as who you want to do it with rather than just jumping in....

Vinyasa Krama: The Art of Mindful Class Planning

Vinyasa is a Sanskrit word that essentially means “ to place in a special way”, and Krama means “sequence” or “stage”, and so Vinyasa Krama refers to a mindful sequence of actions. As a yoga teacher when I sit down to plan my classes it means I am taking the time to create a thoughtful sequence of actions that will ideally take my students on a journey that allows them to receive the yoga in a way that is accessible, fun, and ultimately empowering.....

Sequencing For Success: Tips For Yoga Teachers

Creative sequencing has always been one of my favorite aspects of teaching yoga and I believe it is one of the most valuable tools we have to help our students learn asana (and so much more) in a fun, safe, and empowering way....

Gratitude: A Love Letter To The Tofino Yoga Community

After five days of moving and unpacking we are finally settled…

How Do You Stay Inspired?

A common question that comes up for yoga teachers, and students is “how do I stay inspired?” Inspiration is key to great teaching and as such is vital for teachers of yoga, but it is equally important for students of yoga as inspiration is what keeps you coming back to your practice despite the busyness of life or the challenges it may present....

Rhythm, Routine, and Ritual

My thoughts today are on rhythm, routine, and ritual as we switch gears into fall, I love the back to school bhav of this time of year. As I mentioned in my last post one of my rituals for establishing a rhythm that is in synch with the changing season is to deep clean my house and get rid of clutter. Another is to sit down and revise my schedule.

Creativity & Clarity

My business is an extension of my creative expression and is therefore an endlessly fascinating project. My business is the vehicle that allows me to share my passion for personal growth with others . My business is what allows me to engage in the conversations I love to have with people from all over the world that I might otherwise never get the chance to meet. My business is my art.