Full-Time Yoga Teacher

Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we unravel the dynamic journey of Kallie Miller-Hines, a New Orleans native whose path from full-time yoga teacher to yoga therapist, licensed occupational therapist that showcases the evolution of a career in wellness. Kallie's story defies the notion that teaching yoga full-time is the ultimate destination, illustrating how it can serve as a valuabl...

Join us this week on the Full-Time Yoga Teacher Podcast as I sit down with Ashley McKeachie, a dynamic yoga teacher from Huntington Beach, California, whose journey with yoga is as inspiring as it is transformative. Ashley turned to yoga in 2010, Ashley discovered a profound renewal of body, mind, and spirit. Her experience ignited a passion for yoga therapy, leading her to become a certified yoga...

Join us this week as we explore the captivating journey of Aimee Echo, the only KPJAYI Authorized Ashtanga Yoga teacher in Long Beach, CA, whose life has seamlessly woven together music, yoga, and profound personal transformation. Aimee's career began as a rock singer and songwriter, touring globally with her band theSTART and collaborating with renowned artists like the Red Hot Chili Peppers...

Join us in this inspiring episode as Darren shares his remarkable journey from struggling to make ends meet as a full-time yoga teacher, teaching a staggering 25 classes per week, to building a thriving yoga business. Darren's story is a testament to perseverance and dedication as he navigated the challenges of starting out in the wellness industry. Discover how he transformed his passion for...

Join us for an insightful episode as Reika engages in a heartfelt conversation with Gina from New Jersey. Gina's journey unfolds from managing yoga studios to becoming an independent yoga teacher, both online and in-person. This candid discussion sheds light on the reasons behind Gina's choice to teach for herself, free from the confines of traditional yoga studio settings. We explore the...

Join us for an invigorating episode as we journey into the world of yoga and van life with Olga Kay, a free-spirited yoga teacher hailing from Scotland. Living and traveling full-time in her self-converted camper van, Olga embodies the essence of freedom and adventure. With a BA degree in contemporary dance and nearly 800 hours of training in yoga, Olga is a seasoned movement practitioner with a d...

Join us for an enlightening episode as we sit down with Rick Anderson, an ex-professional basketball player and now a passionate yoga teacher. Rick's journey from professional athlete to yoga teacher is nothing short of extraordinary. Having played basketball professionally overseas, Rick returned to pursue higher education, earning his Master's degree and delving deep into the intersectio...

Join me in this special solo episode as we celebrate the milestone of our 10th episode! In this episode, I reflect on my transformative journey through my experience of 200-hour and two 300-hour yoga teacher training (YTT). I share the pros and cons of each training, offering insights into the challenges and rewards of deepening my yoga practice and teaching skills. From the foundational learning...

Join us in this week's episode as I sit down with the vibrant Allie Galasso, whose journey from adversity to empowerment through yoga is nothing short of inspiring. Allie's path to the mat wasn't without its challenges, but she discovered that the pain from her past could be transformed into positive growth through the practice of yoga. Practicing since 2012 and teaching since 2016, Al...

In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Brittany, a dedicated yoga and Pilates teacher based in New York. Brittany's journey into movement therapy began with her own experiences of injury and pain as a dancer, leading her to explore therapeutics and rehabilitation in her career. With certifications from Ellie Herman Pilates and an advanced yoga certification from An...

Join us in this week's episode as I sit down with the remarkable Amy, an American from Connecticut who embarked on a transformative journey from Clinical Social Worker to yoga teacher, spanning continents and cultures. After experiencing burnout in the USA, Amy made the bold decision to move to Colombia, where she immersed herself in the local culture, learned Spanish, and embarked on a path o...

Join me in this week's episode as I sit down with the incredible Amber Costilow, a lifetime athlete, long-time yogi, and late-blooming dancer. With over 20 years of experience in the wellness sphere, including physical therapy, athletic training, massage therapy, and human nutrition, Amber's journey is nothing short of inspiring. As the founder and director of Get Lit Power Yoga, Amber spe...

In our latest episode, join me in a captivating conversation with the incredible Allison Gomes, a California native with a background in ballet and a degree in Dance from UC Irvine. Allison had a semi-professional career as a modern dancer, and her journey seamlessly evolved, leading her to become a seasoned Pilates and yoga instructor. In 2019 she decided to leave LA and travel to Southeast Asia...

Embark on an inspiring journey in Episode #4 as I dive into a conversation with Stephanie. Stephanie's path winds from her travels to becoming a yoga teacher, then managing yoga studios, and ultimately pursuing a master's degree in yoga studies—a decision that fueled her to birth the unique and one-of-a-kind yoga lifestyle planner: Prana Planner. Currently, she wears multiple yoga-related...

In this engaging episode, I sit down with the wonderful Karen to delve into the essence of being an authentic yoga teacher. Karen generously shares her unique journey into the world of yoga teaching, offering insights into her transformation from working at a salon to becoming the most popular yoga teacher in Long Beach with packed and waitlisted classes. We navigate the misconceptions surrounding...

Welcome to the first full episode of the Full-Time Yoga Teacher Podcast! In this kickoff, I take you behind the scenes and share the reasons behind starting this podcast. It's a bit of a peek into my journey and the motivation that sparked the creation of this space. I unfold a snippet of my personal backstory, with the promise of sharing more stories and experiences in bite-sized pieces throu...

Welcome to the Full-Time Yoga Teacher Podcast! Join Reika Shucart for weekly engaging and informative conversations with other full-time yoga teachers. Together, we'll explore the untold stories of inspiring full-time yoga teachers from around the world. Each with their unique struggles and accomplishments, navigating the beautiful and challenging path of full-time yoga teaching. We'll del...