Going Pro Yoga Podcast

Dive into the world of empowerment flow yoga with Byron, who shares insights on this transformative practice. It combines permissions and self-inquiry with yoga philosophies like chakras and koshas, offering a fresh perspective on self-awareness and personal growth. Byron traces the roots of this approach to Ashtanga yoga and Brian Kest's teachings, highlighting the importance of aligning acti...

Discover the world of empowerment flow yoga with Byron, who illuminates the journey of connecting with one's inner self through understanding chakras and koshas. Byron breaks down the complexity of energy systems, emphasizing how chakras, the energy centers of the body, correlate with human qualities and nature. They delve into the transformative power of aligning with these energies, particul...

Imagine stepping into a yoga class where you are free to be yourself, exploring movement and emotions in a space that encourages personal growth and self-discovery. This is the essence of the empowering yoga practices discussed in a thought-provoking conversation.  Byron and Alyssa are back on the podcast to dive into the evolution of yoga, from the strict discipline of Ashtanga to the fluid and s...

Imagine transforming a passion into a powerful retreat that not only brings joy to others but also promotes personal growth and healing. This podcast episode dives into the world of retreats, exploring the journey from chaos to clarity, and the profound impact these experiences can have on both the organizer and the participants. John Quirk shares his own rocky start in organizing yoga retreats, f...

Are you curious about how someone transitions from corporate life to teaching yoga? Join us as we explore the journey of John Quirk, who found his true calling in yoga after leaving the corporate world. John Quirk, a former journalist, effortlessly transitioned into teaching yoga, drawing from his confidence in public speaking and athletic background. Despite starting with just two students and an...

Are you yearning for a life transformation or seeking fulfillment beyond the corporate grind? Dive into an inspiring journey with John Quirk on our latest podcast episode. John shares his captivating transformation from a conventional job to discovering his true purpose through yoga and journalism. This episode takes you through a narrative of change, adventure, and the quest for inner happiness....

In this episode, Alyssa Goldberg returns to talk about her journey as a new yoga teacher and why feedback and reflection are so important when planning yoga classes. She shares how she pays attention to how her students react and engage during class, using this information to improve her teaching. Alyssa discusses different ways teachers create yoga sequences, from planning everything in detail to...

In this episode, Byron is back to talk about making smooth transitions in yoga sequences, focusing on the importance of breathing and pacing. He explains how techniques like ujjayi breath can help connect movement and breath. Byron suggests that teachers use their voice effectively, starting classes with an introduction to ujjayi breath. While sometimes challenging poses are included, Byron emphas...

In this episode, Paul talks about the importance of considering different body types in yoga sequencing, suggesting practicing with partners of diverse body shapes to understand their needs. He also discusses the benefits of holding poses longer for beginners or those with less flexibility. Paul emphasizes the value of teaching various classes and attending different yoga styles to gain insight in...

In this episode, Paul dives into the important topic of sequencing in yoga teaching, especially focusing on the challenge new instructors face in keeping things simple yet effective. He stresses the potential dangers of complicated sequences, explaining how they can be hard for students to follow and may increase the risk of injuries. Paul suggests that simpler sequencing not only makes yoga more...

In this week’s episode, Michael talks about injuries and discusses whether it’s necessary to ask about injuries in a yoga class. He suggests offering modifications and cues to avoid potential discomfort, rather than asking about injuries directly. He furthermore talks about variations to accommodate challenge. The goal is to take care of the entire class without fixating on individual injuries, bu...

In this week’s episode of the Going Pro Podcast, special guest Katie Nesbitt returns to the show to talk about trauma-informed yoga. Together with Michael, she explores the impact of trauma-informed yoga on healing and empowerment. They discuss the importance of movement to help students tap into their intuition, and various methods such as body scans and breath awareness to process emotions. Kati...

In this first episode of 2024, Michael explores the concept of ‘boundaries’ in physical, mental and emotional spaces. He discusses the significance of setting healthy boundaries in various aspects of life, including parenting, community, work, and social life, to cultivate strength and balance in life. Michael shares his own experience of overworking and burnout, and emphasizes the importance of s...

In this week's episode, Leah Santa Cruz returns to the podcast to talk about ‘Metta’, also known as: Loving Kindness Meditation. In this week’s episode Michael and Leah discuss the practice of loving kindness as a way to counteract fear and hatred, and promote compassion. Leah emphasizes the importance of infusing love and kindness into our meditation practice, and together with Michael, she d...

We have a special guest this week! Persia Juliet joins Michael to share her knowledge on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the connection to the elements that make up our composition. Persia begins by sharing her back story, including her introduction to yoga and first teaching experience as a Bikram yoga teacher. Persia now lives in Bali where she teaches yin yoga and offers training in Yin...

In this week's episode, Cat Kabira returns to the show! In Episode #97 Michael and Cat talked about the energetic field, but this week ‘emotions’ are on the menu. They start off by talking about breathwork, heightened experiences, exploring the depths, but also about ‘coming back’ and being more ‘here’ and present in this world. They explore our senses and abilities beyond our five senses, and...

In this week's episode, Michael talks with Dr. Brendan about change and uncertainty. Originally a Kiwi, Brendan is a psychiatrist from Australia that operates a mental health platform. Last year Brendan did his 200hr Yoga Teacher Training and took the leap to spend more of his time in Bali. Brendan recently started his own Podcast Show called ‘The Self You Seek’. Michael and Brendan open up th...

In this week's episode, Michael shares his experience and tricks on managing nervousness. We all get nervous from time to time, especially when we stand in front of a group of people. While it's completely normal to feel this way, it most definitely can affect our ability to 'perform' or operate on a way that serves the room. He also explains the basic function of the nervous syste...

In this week’s episode, we have a spontaneous guest walk into the studio to share her experience with finding your voice. Megan Cowley, originally from the UK, has moved to Bali and completed a 200hr Yoga teacher training this past year and has been diving into the exploration of voice. Not a typically path of a yoga teacher, but a path that has allowed her to use the tools from her training and e...

In this week’s episode, Paul Teodo joins the podcast to share the “Need-to-knows” for yoga teachers based on his 10 years of experience in the yoga industry. Whether you’re a new teacher or you already have gained some teaching experience, these tips will help refine your craft and improve your style of teaching.  From simple teaching techniques, to voice improvement strategies, to challenging you...

In this week’s episode, Michael sits down with Carlos Tao, senior yoga teacher and founder of the FluidUs Academy. Carlos is from Cuban descent, and was born in the United States, now part-time living and working in Bali. Carlos is not your regular yoga teacher, as he’s on a journey to re-enchant myth and ritual, breathing life into old traditions, and helping shift what we do and what we see, and...

In this week’s episode, Michael breaks down the science of energy. The language around energy is freely used and many of us are not familiar with what energy actually is. Beyond talking about the basic science of energy, Michael drops a few facts related to how energy and emotions in the body are the source of any allergies, like foods, or environmental elements that cause us to sneeze, sniff, and...

In this week’s episode, Michael sits with special guest Vijeth Kumar who talks about his journey growing up in India, finding his guru, his life as a yoga therapist, the importance of yoga in the modern day, and unconditional love and gratitude.  Vijeth talks about his traditional upbringing in Mysore India where practicing yoga daily was part of the routine. He met his guru BNS Iyengar at 14 year...

In this week’s episode of the Going Pro Yoga Podcast Michael deep dives into the subconscious mind. He starts by sharing his analogy of ‘‘the subconscious mind as a book’’ . This book becomes the autopilot where we move through life unconsciously with our  actions, patterns and behaviours.  In Michael’s analogy, the conscious mind can be considered the author and reader of your book. As the author...

For this week’s episode of the Going Pro Podcast Michael invites Silfath Sophia on the show to talk about the Money Mindset . Originally from Ivory Coast, Silfath moved to the United States to work as a banker, but took a big leap in 2017 when she started her own business as a fashion stylist. She later moved into Somatic Therapy and Movement for Women, and is now working as a healer and teacher i...