Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast

By Mado Hesselink

Information, support, and inspiration for yoga teachers. Topics include the business of yoga, teaching skills, philosophy, ethical and legal considerations, and more.... more

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How many episodes does Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 451 episodes available.

Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast episodes:

May 11, 2023Is Alignment Important for Asana?
Let’s talk about alignment. Some teachers center their entire teaching technique around alignment, while others argue that it does more harm than good and that students should be encouraged to explore asanas in a more open-ended way. In this episode, Mado shares how her own relationship to the concept of alignment has evolved over the past 20 years and her thoughts about how alignment can be both useful and potentially harmful.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
Mado’s personal experience with alignment
Definitions of alignment and how they have led to confusion in the yoga world.
Common claims that yoga teachers make about alignment - and where they go wrong.
How alignment might help prevent injury - and how it might contribute to injuries.
The relationship between alignment and stress.
Three components of alignment and how they can benefit your asana practice

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:
Anatomy Bites
Follow Jill Miller on Instagram
Tune Up Fitness (Jill Miller’s company)

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
29min
April 27, 2023Yoga Nidra Lullaby with Rina Deshpande
Yoga Nidra is an aspect of yoga that is accessible to a wide variety of people - including children. Rina Deshpande, author of Yoga Nidra Lullaby shares the practice of yoga nidra from a cultural, practical and neuroscientific perspective.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
Rina’s experience with yoga as a child
What is yoga nidra
How devices impact our nervous system
Neuroscience and different forms of rest
A pocket version of yoga nidra
A reading from Yoga Nidra Lullaby

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:
Follow Rina Deshpande on Instagram @rinathepoet
Follow Rina the Poet on Facebook
Rina Deshpande’s website
Yoga Nidra Lullaby, can be purchased here

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
30min
April 13, 2023Should I Teach Online? with Anna Lescourret [On Air Coaching Call]
Is teaching online the right choice for you now that the pandemic is over? In this week’s on-air coaching call, Anna questions about teaching online. She lives in a small community and worries that she has already maxed out her student base. Is teaching online the answer or are there still untapped opportunities in person?

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
The pros and cons of teaching online
When is teaching online a good option
The big picture of how to make a yoga business sustainable
Why is it so hard to charge for what we offer?
How to raise your rates without making your classes inaccessible
The “Winnie Mish List” exercise
Whether or not to combine yoga with other modalities

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
40min
March 30, 2023Listen to this Before you Quit Teaching
Being a yoga teacher is harder than it looks from the outside! All yoga teachers go through periods of time when they question their choices and consider quitting. If you can relate, listen to this episode to expand your perspective and feel confident in your decision.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
Why quitting should always be on the table
How to measure success as a yoga teacher
The most common cause of yoga teacher burnout
How capitalism influences our experience as yoga teachers
When taking a break or quitting is a good idea
How to approach a teaching career with staying power

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
17min
March 16, 2023Yoga Philosophy, Ancient Texts, and the Meaning of Practice with Chase Bossart
How relevant are yoga’s ancient texts for the modern yoga practitioner? Chase Bossart shares insights on yoga philosophy, ancient texts, and the meaning of practice from his years as a private student of Mr. TKV Desikachar.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
The role of philosophy and yoga’s ancient texts for a modern practitioner
How the traditional meaning and purpose of yoga practice differ from how it’s usually practiced today
The paths of yoga and how they differ from yoga styles as we think of them today
The main thing Chase believes is missing from modern yoga
The economics of teaching & taking private yoga
Why the Yoga Well Institute offers yoga practitioner training instead of teacher training

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:
Yoga Well Institute

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
39min
March 02, 2023Yoga Retreat Fundamentals with Lily Dwyer Begg
Is offering a yoga retreat in your future? Lily Dwyer Begg shares tips and practical strategies to help you avoid rookie mistakes and run your very first retreat like a pro.

Episode Highlights:
Benefits of leading and attending retreats
How to choose a location and retreat center
How to plan for safety and avoid major mishaps
Logistics for leading retreats when you have a family
Tips for creating a sacred transformational container
How to plan your curriculum and activities
The one question to ask yourself before leading your first retreat

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:
You can find Lily on Instagram @lilydwyerbegg
Lily's website
Attend Lily’s upcoming retreat in Mexico with a $250 discount: use code MEXICOSUN at checkout. Visit: www.lilydwyerbeggyoga.com/retreats/mexicojoy

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
47min
February 16, 2023Is Coaching Worth it For a New Yoga Teacher?
How do you know if you’re ready for a coach? With coaches for yoga teachers popping up all over the place, you might wonder whether or not coaching is worthwhile for a new teacher. Let’s dig beneath the marketing hype to understand what a coach actually does and how to decide whether or not you want one.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
What a coach can (and cannot) do
How transformation happens
How to decide whether or not you are ready for a coach
Coaching vs education
How to get the most from a coaching relationship
Individual coaching vs group coaching

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:
Impact Club

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
18min
February 02, 2023Self Trust and Growth with Elyce [On Air Coaching Call]
Even experienced yoga teachers struggle with self-doubt! In this on-air coaching call, long-time yoga teacher Elyce asks for permission to focus on growth in her business. This vulnerable and relatable conversation touches on raising prices, changing goals, taking risks, and trusting that growth is inevitable.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
How to interrupt stagnation
Strategies for raising prices (when you haven’t done so recently)
How much vulnerability to show your students
Being a mean boss (to yourself)
Integrating formulas + intuition
How to make decisions in your business

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
41min
January 19, 2023When & How to Hire a Web Designer with Angela Sealy - Part 4 [website series]
Ready to hire a web designer? Or on the fence about whether or not you are ready? In this final installment of the website miniseries, Angela and I unpack the ins and outs of hiring someone to create your website.

Episode Highlights:
Is investing in a website right for you?
Budget: what to expect in early 2023
How to vet a designer
Time investment for DIY vs using a developer
The importance of branding and how it relates to your website
How long does it take to have a website built by a professional?
Managing expectations and the importance of communication

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:
Angela Sealy’s Website - Good Karma Works
Good Karma Works on Instagram
Good Karma Works on Facebook

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
33min
January 12, 2023How to Choose a Website Platform with Angela Sealy - Part 3 [website series]
Don’t speak tech? Every website you see is made up of multiple components and you need a basic understanding of them in order to make good decisions for your business. If tech speak sounds like Greek to you, this episode will help you understand what’s going on behind the scenes of your website. We’ll also go over the pros and cons of some of the most popular website platforms.

Episode Highlights:
The difference between domains, hosting, and platforms
The importance of choosing the right platform
Pros and cons of each platform and are they right for you
Which platform do we recommend for tech-phobic beginners
Which platform do we recommend if you’re ambitious and want the room to grow
How templates and themes fit into the website ecosystem
The case for investing in a premium theme

EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:
Wix
Squarespace
WordPress
OfferingTree
Elementor
Divi
Upwork
Fiverr
Angela Sealy’s Website - Good Karma Works
Good Karma Works on Instagram
Good Karma Works on Facebook

LINKS AND 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
Leave a review on iTunes
Ask a question for the podcast on the Yoga Teacher Resource website or on SpeakPipe
...more
48min

FAQs about Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast:

How many episodes does Yoga Teacher Resource Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 451 episodes available.

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