Anything can be a yoga class theme, and there are no rules for how it should be presented. We need to connect it to the day's practice in some way. A well-developed theme helps students deepen their understanding of yoga practice. Practical yoga theme ideas can be drawn from many areas, including references to internal experiences, the changing seasons, celebrations, holidays, yoga philosophy, and the Chakras.

Remember, you don’t have to have a theme for every class; many well-known teachers don’t. We need to be our authentic selves when teaching yoga, so don’t feel pressured to include a theme unless you love it.

Even after completing teacher training, many new teachers are unsure of how and when to teach Ujjayi in their classes. This uncertainty is partly due to the variety of ways different yoga styles approach the practice. Ujjayi, meaning “victorious breath,” is a foundational pranayama (breathing regulation) practice that encourages smooth, even breathing. The throat is gently constricted to create a soft, whisper-like sound as the yogi breathes in and out through the nose.