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Written by Becca Hewes, ERYT500, C-IAYT

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Tree Pose Variations: A Complete Guide to Vrkshasana for Yoga Teachers

Tree Pose is one of the most recognizable yoga poses that students can practice successfully, regardless of their level of fitness. Whether you're a new teacher still learning how to teach balance poses or a busy teacher looking for class ideas, there is something in this post for you.

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25 Ideas for Yoga Workshops That Build Community and Grow Your Classes

I love yoga workshops! In this post, I’ll list over 25 ideas for yoga workshops based on my real-life experience. I want you to be successful, so I’m including title and content ideas, too! I’ll also cover how I market my shops to students and venues.

I’ve separated these workshop ideas into five different categories, including:

  • Pose & skill-based

  • Yoga with food and drink

  • Mindfulness and wellness

  • Seasonal & holiday

  • Community

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Benefits of Trikonasana: A Complete Guide to Triangle Pose

If you are looking for a list of all the possible benefits of Trikonasana, you are in the right place! In this post, I will also cover basic alignment, modifications, and teaching tips.

Although some people try to differentiate between the names Triangle and Extended Triangle, I don’t differentiate this way. I use Extended Triangle as the pose name and label the different versions as modifications, options, or variations. Most teachers refer to this pose as Triangle, but all variations traditionally fall under the name Extended Triangle (Uttihita Trikonasana).

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How to Teach a Yoga Class: A Beginner’s Guide to Confident and Effective Teaching

You’ve completed your yoga teacher training and learned about philosophy, anatomy, and asana—but now, you’re faced with the big question: “How do I lead my first class?” You are not alone if you are feeling overwhelmed or unsure. I hear from many new teachers who find themselves in this same position. It takes time to become a confident yoga teacher. The first step is to face the challenge of teaching your first few classes.

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Beginner Yoga Lesson Plan: Ideas for the January Rush that Work All Year

It’s almost that time again for yoga and fitness instructors—the New Year’s resolution rush! Every January, I’m happy to see all the new faces, but sometimes my regular students are not as excited. The committed students want a more in-depth practice, while the beginners need the basics. It is a tough situation to manage, and it also arises at other times during the year when venues run ads and promotions. In this post, I will share how I prepare my students for times of influx and ideas for a beginner yoga lesson plan, and I’ll also explain how to adapt the plan for different levels of students.

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Everyone Can Experience the Benefits of Adho Mukha Svanasana

Explore the benefits of Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Dog) in this detailed guide. Learn variations, modifications, and essential cues to make this vital yoga pose accessible and beneficial for all skill levels. Enhance your practice with expert tips.

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