Conversations for Yoga Teachers

This episode will walk you through how to develop a growth plan that’ll have you teaching confidently and authentically. I’ll share the steps to take, what signs to look for and offer you a chance to get some free one on one coaching so that you can have a plan in place that will help you move forward.

In this episode, you’ll meet Kelly Smith, Founder of Yoga for You. Kelly is an RYT-500 Hour and YA Continuing Education Provider. She hosts two podcasts and is the author of two books as well as a yoga teacher educator, hosting trainings all over the world.    Kelly was on the show in November in 2021 and in this episode, she shares more about her background as a yoga teacher, what’s inspired her...

In today’s episode, I share the results of a study on hip flexors and it’s relevance to you when you’re teaching and I also share 6 ways to up level as a yoga teacher (if you’re ready).   The study I refer to is here:   https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7922112/   DM me your questions on  my Instagram, @barebonesyoga  

This is a special three part episode for new yoga teachers only. It’s for you if you’ve graduated from a 200 hour training and you’ve been teaching 6 months or less and you have at least one paid class on your schedule.    I’m going to walk you through a strategy for help you build your confidence and skill faster than you can do it on your own and with better results. I know this because it’s a t...

When you’re teaching and you notice a student is out of alignment, how do you give a corrective cue that can help them come into better alignment? What’s the framework you use? In this episode, I share with you an approach to giving corrective cues that will allow you to clearly guide your students into the poses. I also cover sequencing and mindset in this episode as well, covering an approach to...

In today’s episode, you’ll learn about pelvic positioning and how to cue to it in different yoga poses along with how to teach Downward Dog, Plank and Low Plank in a way that helps your students integrate other muscles into the pose so they are in better alignment. Listen until the end for a special opportunity for eligible yoga teachers.

In today’s episode, I cover how to teach Crow pose, the anatomy behind it and how to create a sequence with Crow as the peak pose. You’ll also catch a mindset lesson about re-framing negative thoughts that will help empower you and boost your confidence. Stay tuned until the end so you don’t miss a special Summer offer!

In today’s show, learn about the rotator cuff muscle group and how to apply it to your teaching. You’ll also learn how to build a sequence that focuses on shoulder opening (external rotation) and what benefits you can share with your students about this movement.   In this episode, I also share some new and exciting details of my new Certification Program. Listen in and if you’re eligible to enrol...

Listen to the audio from my latest ebook, "The Bare Bones Yoga Guide to Incredible Yoga Teaching”. You can download the hard copy version here:    https://barebonesyoga.lpages.co/the-bare-bones-yoga-guide-to-incredible-yoga-teaching/    

On today’s show, you’ll meet Monica Bright, an experienced yoga teacher and teacher trainer who shares her philosophy and teaching method. Monica and I connected recently and I was so impressed with her background that I invited her on the show. We cover a number of teaching topics from cueing to sequencing, anatomy to mindset.    Monica talks about her monthly membership and other ways she works...

In today’s episode, you’ll meet the authors of an amazing new book on sound healing, Jessica Cross and Julie Afsahi. Julie and Jessica wrote Seasons of Sound to share the benefits of using sound as part of a yoga practice. As yoga teachers, they incorporate sound via instruments into their classes as well as offer trainings so teachers can learn how to integrate sound and music into their classes...

Here we are at a milestone for my podcast! If this is your first episode or you’ve been listening for years, thank you so much for taking the time to catch this special episode! In it, I share mindset tips and some of the best frameworks I’ve developed over the years to help you be an empowered, confident yoga teacher.    AND, at the end, I share a special offer with you, inspired by this being th...

On today’s show, hear my conversation with voice coach, Tracy Goodwin. I’m familiar with Tracy because of her work with one of my business mentors and as soon as I heard her speak, I knew I wanted to have her on the show. Her work with people to help them find their true voice is so applicable to yoga teaching.  For over 30 years, Tracy Goodwin has been a true expert in voice technique and storyte...

In today’s show, you’ll meet Amber Hagberg, Yoga Teacher, Podcast Host and Entrepreneur. It’s Amber’s second time on the show; the first time she was on the show was in July of 2021- link to that episode is here:  https://barebonesyoga.podbean.com/e/139/ In today’s conversation, she shares the many things she’s been up to over the past three years, the offers she has for yoga teachers, the work sh...

Meet my dear friend and long time yoga teacher, Elizabeth Huntsman. Elizabeth is an E-RYT 500 hour and the owner of Cape Ann Power Yoga. She teaches classes, trainings and workshops and joins me on the show today. We cover a wide range of topics that touch on getting started, cueing, finding your authentic way of teaching and some of the obstacles yoga teachers face.  You can find her studio on ca...

On today’s episode, hear my interview with Dr. Trish Corley. She is a US licensed Physical Therapist and an internationally recognized Yoga & Anatomy Teacher.  Her mission is to improve health through the practices of yoga. She currently lives in Lisbon, Portugal and works with students and yoga teachers remotely as well as teaching in person.    Since 2016, she has been leading yoga teacher t...

Amanda Joy Foley is a Communications Strategy & Messaging Consultant who has merged 20+ years of PR expertise with the wisdom of Human Design & The Gene Keys. Amanda works with entrepreneurs who want to do things differently and connect back into the heart-based 'why' behind their work. Unlocking our personal messaging and energetic PR strategy allows us to trust our inner guidance, stop l...

In today’s episode, you’re going to meet Nicolette Richer.    Dr. Nicolette Richer, DScoSci , is a yoga instructor, Lululemon ambassador, founder and CEO of  The Green Moustache Organic Cafés ,  Richer Health ,  Richer at Work ,  Sea to Sky Thrivers Society , a Chronic Disease Reversal Specialist, serial entrepreneur, author, professional speaker, endurance athlete, and holds a doctorate in Social...

I’m thrilled to introduce you on this episode to Elizabeth Ralph. Elizabeth, The Spiritual Investor, is a high-level wealth strategist with 20+ years of industry experience as a former financial executive and energy trader. Elizabeth marries accessible investing education with the nuances of energy and intuition to create confident, aligned investors. She has a special connection with the Yoga com...

On today’s episode, meet Joanna Sapir.   Joanna Sapir is a business strategist for holistic practitioners, particularly those that integrate multiple modalities. Joanna's special ability is in helping practitioners set up repeatable systems and processes in their businesses to serve their clients more powerfully, enroll committed long-term clients, and create steady income and cash flow. She has b...

In today’s episode, I share 8 ways to help you feel more empowered when you teach.

In today’s episode, meet Jennifer Ragazzo. Jennifer is a Functional Wellness Coach with certifications and training in Integrative Nutrition, Applied Functional Medicine, and Naturopathy,  with a passion for guiding women through midlife transitions.  Specializing in holistic wellness, Jennifer empowers her clients in her Vibrant Rise Functional Wellness coaching programs to move beyond fatigue, a...

Find out how you can fix your cueing problems and feel more confident when you teach. In today’s episode, I share a short term fix that’ll help you share clearer cues right away. I then share a really powerful step you can take (if you’re ready) so you can feel confident AND understand the anatomy behind the cues you’re sharing.

Do you think the way you are right now is set in stone and this is the way you’ll be for the rest of your life? This might mean that if you’re shy or you get nervous when you teach your yoga classes, you might think that’s just the way you are and there’s no changing it.    This is called a fixed mindset and it’s one of the things that can trip up a yoga teacher if she wants to feel confident when...

Discover the difference between learning anatomy and applying it to you teaching and why it matters.