Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast

Life as Ritual with Tracee Stanley

Listen to your inner teacher. Tracee Stanley is a Hollywood producer turned teacher, writer, and guide who focuses primarily on the inner experience of yoga. In this episode, we receive wisdom from her 20+ years of study in the traditions of the Himalayan Masters and Sri Vidya Tantra and her perspective on weaving your practice into all aspects of your daily life.  Episode Highlights:  Boundaries to protect your creative process The importance of community and sangha  Methods for sharing your message outside of social media The true teachings of Tantra Harnessing teachings from nature and the divine feminine The physiological difference between sleeping and a restful practice Misconceptions about productivity Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club   Radiant Rest - Tracee’s book Tracee’s Website

Evolving Asana

Examine the why and how behind movement. Lara Heimann, host of the redefining yoga podcast and founder of the LYT Method, shares intelligent approaches to alignment on and off the mat.   Episode Highlights:  Dynamic ways to evolve your yoga practice and move it into your life Developmental sequencing to create new pathways for movement The biggest blind spot for yoga teachers Your brain’s role in movement How to develop your creativity muscle Bridging the gap between yoga, physical therapy and functional movement Definitions of physiology, kinesiology and neurology  How to experience anatomy in action Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club   Lara’s Website - LYT Yoga Lara on Instagram @lara.heimann Win a year of LYT Daily, Lara’s membership

Embrace Yoga’s Roots

Learn positive and proactive ways to honor yoga as a cultural practice with Susanna Barkataki, author of Embrace Yoga’s Roots.    Episode Highlights:  How to become a leader in personal and social transformation Understanding the causes and conditions of oppression and practices to counter them Self inquiry, commitment to values and the lifestyle of engaged yoga Tools for yogic critical thinking Subtle practices of listening, awareness and inner consciousness The significance of studentship for better teaching   Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club ‘What is Cultural Appropriation’ Episode   Susanna’s Website Susanna’s Instagram - @susannabarkataki  Embrace Yoga’s Roots - Courageous Ways to Deepen Your Yoga Practice Win a Copy of Susanna’s Book  

Loyalty and Student Retention - on air coaching call

Learn how to attract and retain loyal students. Mado helps yoga teacher, Aleks Middleton, create a plan for the future of her business by detailing integral structures that support student evolution and progress. Episode Highlights:  Offerings that will get your students excited about committing to their practice How to set expectations for your students The benefits of pre registered series over drop in classes How to build vacation time into your schedule Market research mindset and meeting customer needs Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club

Radical Authenticity & Self Worth

Find freedom by sharing your unapologetic self. Reggie Hubbard, political activist and founder of Active Peace Yoga, describes how staying true to your values in your teaching will boost your self worth and confidence. Episode Highlights:  His journey from reactivity to responsiveness How to prioritize self care during times of stress and chaos Approaching yoga as a discipline vs an activity When to improv and when to adhere to a plan How to make peace with the fact that you’re not the right teacher for everyone The power of sharing your lived experience in your teaching How humor makes your classes more accessible   Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club   Reggie’s Website - Active Peace Yoga Reggie on Instagram @oreggieglobal

Consistency, Community and the Customer Journey - On Air Coaching Call

Find a business model that doesn’t lead to burnout. Candela asks Mado how to turn strangers into paying clients and build community with consistency in this on air coaching call.   Episode Highlights:  Social media as a tool to build your clientele Using testimonials to grow your offerings Financial barriers vs lack of understanding  The benefits of offering a group program vs one on one Visibility strategies and finding the right platform for you How hashtags work for visibility Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club Work with Mado

Legal Agreements and Music Licensing

Basic knowledge of the law can support your yoga business. Ashley Dunasta, lawyer & yoga teacher, breaks down important legal principles as the foundation for a safe and vibrant yoga and business practice.   Episode Highlights:  Written agreements - what they mean, when you need them and why they’re so important Skillful negotiation as a tool to honor relationships Yoga business as an art and a science  Safe entry into agreements and risk protection for yoga teachers Music licensing demystified   Property rights for legal music use    Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club   Creatives Learn Law website Creatives Learn Law Instagram @creativeslearnlaw Free Business Law Basics Workshop   Yoga, Self-Worth and the Law with Cory Sterling Legal Considerations for teaching online

5 tips to improve productivity

Time management as self care. Consider a yogic approach to productivity in this episode with Renee Clair and learn how to organize your life to spend more time doing what you love. Episode Highlights:  Strategies to free up time and mental energy The importance of non-accomplishing How to evaluate where your time is going Why you need to take 2 consecutive days off Realistic and kind boundary setting Prioritization to minimize distraction and increase focus The difference between a task and a project Reframing our ideas about time Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Learn more about the Impact Club Renee’s website Get Renee’s Time Blocking Guide Renee’s Instagram - @theproductivewp

Yin Myths & Misconceptions

Yin yoga is incredibly popular, yet commonly misunderstood. In this episode, I ask Yin yoga teacher trainer Nyk Danu to help me clear up common misconceptions about yin yoga and find out where to start if you’re interested in teaching yin classes. Episode Highlights:  Yin as an antidote for our stressful modern culture Roots, history & philosophy of yin How you can benefit from yin yoga The major differences between yin and other styles of yoga Why it’s important to get specialized yin training The purpose of props in yin   Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Nyk Danu’s Website

How to adapt your classes for different bodies

Asana is a tool to guide you toward a more fulfilling yoga practice. Dr. Libby Hinsley is back on the podcast to talk about the truth of creating an accessible yoga experience. You’ll learn how to meet your students’ expectations AND educate them about what really matters when it comes to yoga from a place of confidence and compassion.   Episode Highlights:  How to change your yoga sequence on the fly and still provide an excellent class Understanding anatomy and movement to uplevel your confidence teaching people with different physical abilities The key to accommodating multiple levels in your class Building blocks of human movement How to simplify and slow down so you (and your students) can savor practice The difference between “complicated” and “advanced” Siddhis and the true purpose of yoga   Links & Resources Follow YTR on Instagram @yoga.teacher.resource  Join the Yoga Teacher Resource email list Join the Yoga Teacher Resource Facebook Group Get on the Anatomy Bites Waitlist   Episodes with Libby Yoga & Self Massage Q&A with Libby Anatomy Myths Hyper Mobility & Yoga