Conversations for Yoga Teachers

Lessons from Neuroscience (EP.96)

Did you ever wonder why your version of reality might not match someone else’s? Or why you can’t reach some of the goals you set? The answers lie in neuroscience. Find out more about it in this episode.

Things you can do right now as a yoga teacher (EP.95)

Feeling a little stuck or stalled right now as a yoga teacher given the pandemic and how it's affecting teaching and attending workshops and trainings? Not sure how to shift your teaching so that you can still reach people? Or maybe you’re wondering how to build your online community to train during this time. Listen up for a bunch of ideas that will get you going with positive momentum so that you can shift from feeling stalled to creating positive energy and results! 

 

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Innovating and Changing with the Times: Meet Tim Kelleher (EP.94)

In this episode, I interview fellow yoga teacher here in Boston, Tim Kelleher, co-owner of Boston Yoga Union. I asked Tim if he could join me on the podcast today to speak of his experience being a studio owner and yoga teacher during the time of the pandemic. These times present unique challenges to teachers and yoga studio owners and I’ve been eager to hear from both perspectives and Tim can provide insight into not only what it means to teach right now but also what has he and his business partner had to consider when re-opening the studio. Tim’s studio can be found online at bostonyogaunion.com

Meet Nick Demos, Entrepreneur, Yoga Teacher, Business Coach (EP.93)

In this episode, you’ll get to meet Nick Demos, Performer, Tony Award Winning Producer and Filmmaker, Host of the Creative Soulpreneur Podcast, Yoga teacher and Entrepreneur and Business Coach. Nick has achieved so much in his life so far and you’ll be inspired to listen to his story and how along the way, he has changed directions by listening to his heart. Staying aligned has been a huge part of his journey and has pushed him to take big risks as well. I hope you enjoy this episode and look forward to hearing what you think so leave a review on iTunes or post on my Instagram page, @barebonesyoga. For information about Nick, visit his website at thenickdemos.com

 

General teaching concepts based in anatomy (EP.92)

Learn 4 concepts that are based in anatomy that you can call on to help your students. These concepts will give you a great starting point from which to share anatomy with your students while giving you time to learn more of the details.

Learn about lateral stabilizers of the hip (EP.91)

Ever wonder why students drop one hip lower than the other in balancing poses? Learn about the muscles that stabilize the hip and lear an approach to applying the information to your teaching.

A quick look at the spine (EP.90)

Let’s take a look at one of the most important parts of the body when it comes to movement: the spine.

 

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Red flags to look for when teaching (EP.89)

Here are some movements to keep an eye on when you teach and some corrections you can offer your students.

Meet Garry Sanon, CEO and Founder of Sinew Inc, and let’s talk about fitness and entrepreneurship (EP.88)

In this episode, I interview a friend and colleague in the wellness industry, Garry Sanon. Garry is a Certified Personal Trainer and the CEO of Sinew Fitness. Garry and I cover a lot of ground here, talking about entrepreneurship and finding a way to share what you love while staying true to your values.

Yoga Anatomy Q and A (EP.87)

Join me for a review of some of the common questions I hear from teachers about anatomy. If you have a question that you want me to cover, just email me at karen@barebonesyoga.com and I’ll include it on the next episode.