So You Want Teach Yoga

Maybe you have been studying yoga for awhile and started to take to the idea of becoming an yoga instructor. You realize that the position of teaching will require you to show your students the poses and postures, but also the breathing involved with practising yoga correctly. You may also question what type of a living can be earned from becoming an instructor. There are many things that will determine your income, where you live and the ability to sell your services are amongst the top. Teaching yoga to new practisers should be something of a passion to instructors. Having a passion for yoga will translate to enthusiastic students who will add the practice of this art to their daily lives. It is important to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for students to practice in. Having your instruction and studio ready for when the students arrive is important to show the students that your passion will help then grow in their art.

Although many yoga instructors are skilled in teaching a group of students, it is important for those thinking of entering a career in yoga instruction to understand that a great way to supplement your income is by taking on individual clients who prefer the attention that can come from one-on-one training sessions. In order to add this aspect to your career you must be highly organized and be able to communicate both verbally and non-verbally to your students. It is also important to note that many of these sessions can take place on evenings and weekends.

Many job opportunities are available right now for those who are certified. Many of those establishments that are looking to hire yoga instructors will require their teachers to be certified, if you are then the prospects of finding a job are good.

If you continue to have interest in taking up yoga instruction as a full time business you should also keep in mind that overall you are in fact working for yourself, so therefore there are no health benefits, dental plans or retirement funds that will automatically be set up for you. You will therefore have to be responsible for these safety nets yourself.

Should you decide to work for a studio and not become a business then you will get benefits, and can earn approximately an hour, according to a recent Los Angeles Times article. The article goes on to say that instructors who teach in a private studio could earn  – a class plus an additional – per student beyond a minimum of ten students. If you get a job working in a corporate setting you can earn as much as &75 an hour.

If you decide to work for yourself or find an employer it is important to keep in mind that yoga instruction can be a great way to build a career and inspire other to take their health and well being into their own hands. You will find it to be a rewarding and lucrative career choice that will not only keep you living a healthy balanced life but will inspire others to do the same.