We’re exploring the purpose of props in today’s episode with international yoga teacher, Zain Syed. Zain’s videos on social media have inspired many around the world to explore creative and fun ways to practice yoga poses. With many years of training from senior Iyengar Yoga teachers, as well as studying and learning from his mentor and dear friend, Carrie Owerko, he brings a dynamic blend of power, precision and play into his practice and teaching. Before the pandemic Zain was a traveling teacher and visited over 20+ countries to share practice with diverse communities overseas. 

We explore the role of a prop, how it can assist or hold someone back, vinyasa yoga versus prop based yoga, the role of the yoga student & teacher & more in this conversation. 

At the end of the episode, Zain shares some of his favorite teachers and resources to help yoga teachers elevate their practice & awareness with props. 

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My guest today is the face of the Accessible yoga movement. Jivana Heyman, is the founder and director of Accessible Yoga, an international non-profit organization dedicated to increasing access to the yoga teachings. He’s the co-founder of the Accessible Yoga Training School, and the author of the book, Accessible Yoga: Poses and Practices for Every Body (Shambhala Publications), and the upcoming book, Rainbow Mind. Jivana has specialized in teaching yoga to people with disabilities and out of this work, the Accessible Yoga organization was created to support education, training, and advocacy with the mission of shifting the public perception of yoga. 

We chat about accessible yoga, what’s at stake if we don’t make yoga accessible, social justice & yoga, how to train as teachers, how to get involved in the non profit &  so much more. Happy listening!

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My guest today has been teaching yoga for almost 50 years. Let that sink in - 50 years. Judith Hanson Lasater is a teacher's teacher, an author, and a world-renowned yoga teacher highly respected for her experience in the yoga world. She has authored many yoga books - her latest one being "Yoga Myths" that just came out several weeks ago. In this book, she talks about some of the common myths when it comes to alignment, movement & things yoga teachers say. A great read for any long time yoga students, anatomy geeks & teachers. 

In this episode, we talk about her new book, her vast teaching experience, restorative yoga, and the recent wildfires in California and so much more. I'm always inspired by Judith and her body of work.  I hope you enjoy this episode. 

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My guest this week wears many hats. She's a yoga teacher, podcaster, teacher trainer, mentor, and more. Francesca Cervero & I discuss how during this unprecedented time for the world & yoga studios, yoga teachers need to understand the potential of getting private clients to stick. As yoga studios are closing every week across the globe. In the years ahead, there will be lesser opportunities to get employed as new yoga teachers & make it progressively harder. That's why this conversation today is gold!

Francesca runs a teacher training called, "the science of a private lesson". Which makes her an ideal guest for this subject. She pulls from over 15 years of experience & shares what current yoga teachers need to learn & understand about why setting up as a private yoga teacher has more value now than ever before and how we go about it. 

You'll find actionable steps, set up costs, how to price yourself, how to market and more in this conversation. Happy listening! 

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My guests today, Jesal Parikh and Tejal Patel are co-hosts of the popular Yoga is Dead podcast. Being disruptors in the yoga industry, they've spearheaded conversations in the yoga world that were often considered to be taboo. Today, they're both leaders in the yoga industry paving a new way. Challenging the established system of western yoga and much more. 

We sit down for a conversation about what life is like after yoga is dead, their new upcoming season, and more yoga industry talk. I hope you enjoy this episode. 

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Every once in awhile I come across a yoga teacher who just exemplifies yogic wisdom and embodies the practice. Indu Arora is one such teacher. She was introduced to yoga at the age of 4 in India and has made it her life's practice since. Today, she's authored yoga books, is a teacher that other yoga teachers go to and brings her wisdom to yoga & Ayurveda through many of her offerings.

We met in the Minneapolis Yoga conference a few years ago and I was instantly drawn to the 'only other Indian yoga teacher' on schedule. I just happened to attend her yoga nidra session. That's what we talk about today. All things yoga nidra.

Here are some of the episode highlights...

• Indu's origin story 
• What is yoga nidra? Is it different from shavasana?
• Who is it for? Can children do yoga nidra? 
• What are the benefits of yoga nidra?
• The origins of the practice
• What is the definition of rest?
• What is sankalpa and how to choose one?
•  How often to practice it? What is the best time of the day?
• How to access the practice today? What are some credible sources?
• Indu's new book 

Honestly, I wish I had another hour to interview her about Yoga Nidra! There's so much wisdom she packs into this. I've also linked to a free resource in the show notes for this episode where you can try yoga Nidra for free. 

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When was the last time you saw an Indian man doing yoga in an American yoga studio? Chances are - you've rarely seen this. Have you ever wondered why?

In this episode, I chat with Ashish Arora. An Indian yoga teacher, who left behind a 6-figure corporate life at almost 40 to transition into teaching yoga as a full-time career. We chat about his life, understand his story, and learn about the way Indian men or boys are raised when it comes to choosing a career.

We also look at the yoga side in depth - the salary of yoga teachers, why Indian men don't come to American yoga studios & if there's anything we as yoga teachers can do to make our spaces more inclusive to Indian men.

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Today’s episode is an informative, spontaneous discussion with Jesal Parikh from Yoga is Dead Podcast. We chat about ways in which yoga teachers can appreciate yoga more. We have a serious discussion about the yoga industry today and how as yoga teachers, we have a role to make a move for a change. Jesal also gives us some tips on how to do better as a yoga teacher, especially after you’re properly educated.

We go over what's at stake if we as yoga teachers don't address the issue of cultural appropriation. We highlight the role of big gatekeepers in yoga as well as yoga teacher trainers. We dive deep into Jesal's thoughts on ways in which yoga teachers can start appreciating yoga - something she teaches about often. We touch on rebranding as a yoga teacher, how to give back in many ways and more...If you love doing yoga you don't want to miss this episode.

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If you're a yoga teacher looking to leverage the power of social media to grow your class and yoga business, then listen up. In today's episode, I chat with Cora Geroux, a yoga teacher, ex-studio owner, podcast host & business coach for yoga teachers and yoga entrepreneurs.

We chat about the mindset blocks, to the reality and power of social media particularly Instagram for yoga teachers. We get into the nitty-gritty of content creation, connection, and consistency. Cora shares ideas on how to engage better, what to post, how to stay consistent, the various platforms and so much more. You wouldn't want to miss this one. 

If you're teaching yoga but desire to learn how to leverage social media as a 'business tool' then listen up.

Highlights from this episode...

• Reasons why yoga teachers don’t use social media 
• How to find the right social media platform for yoga teachers 
• Cora talks about her love for social media 
• Outsource or not to outsource social media management? When? 
• How to start your first post and how to stay consistent and organized 
• What creates a “good” post? 
• Hashtags in Instagram 
• What will Cora suggest a yoga teacher post on Instagram? 
• A free Instagram training in the show notes from Cora 

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Being a yoga teacher is not only about teaching yoga but equally about understanding how to run a small scale business. So often yoga teachers forget to think of the business side of yoga. During the pandemic, many yoga teachers have had to start running their own businesses. 

I was interviewed by Cora Geroux of the teaching yoga podcast last month. We had a great conversation about the backend side of running studios, what it takes to keep things going, what failure looks like, and most importantly, how to live your yoga in your business. 

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