Originally published in 2016, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga immediately became the essential resource for those looking to start or maintain a successful career in yoga. Since then, the landscape has changed. Online yoga and social media are now a crucial part of most teachers’ repertoires. Yoga teachers also face broad cultural shifts, an evolving environmental crisis, and resulting anxiety among students, all of which bring fresh challenges to their leadership and teaching abilities. This expanded edition will help you: • plan dynamic classes, including engaging digital content • build a loyal student base and become more financially stable • optimize your own practice • maintain a marketing plan and develop a unique brand • teach yoga to facilitate ease and inspire creative action in a troubled world

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The truth is, being a yoga business owner isn’t easy. But it is absolutely possible to succeed when you have access to the tools and techniques for success used by close to 1,000 yoga teachers and studio owners who built their successful yoga businesses from the ground up. Your Yoga Business gives you the chance to learn exactly what it takes to build real and sustainable growth as a yoga business owner—without having to learn everything the hard way. In this one-of-a-kind resource, renowned yoga business expert Ava Taylor shares her insights and real-life experiences to give you an honest look at what it really takes to thrive in today’s environment. Learn what works—and what doesn’t—and apply the insights to your own business and philosophy. You’ll find “homework activities” in each chapter, supplemented with 36 downloadable and customizable business forms available online, to guide you through the process of reimagining your business by envisioning your dreams, telling your story, and crafting your visual identity; defining your goods and services such as types of sessions, workshops, trainings, immersions, retreats, and products and merchandise; building a business plan by clarifying your dreams and setting your goals; refining your message by mastering consistent and courageous marketing; implementing your plan by creating connections and identifying strategies; and getting it done by knowing how to be the boss you need to be. Create the business you’ve always dreamed of with Your Yoga Business. It is your road map to success. Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with this ebook.

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How many more students would you like in your yoga classes? In The Business of Yoga the world's leading sales trainer for the health and fitness industry teams up with an experienced and successful yoga instructor who is also the former owner of an award winning ad agency to show you exactly how to use modern marketing concepts and tools to get more students and enjoy more profits from your studio or as an individual instructor. DISCOVER * Tons of ways to fill your classes with new students ' * How to create dozens of new profit centers within your studio or practice * Key steps to building long term students * How to stop worrying about the competition * The secrets for preventing low revenue periods & maximizing income year round Whether you're a studio owner who wants to take your yoga business to the next level, a yoga instructor who is finding it challenging to make ends meet, or just getting started with your career in the yoga business you will find this book to be transformational! You'll get the exact information, marketing methods and tools need to become successful doing what you love most - teaching yoga!

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Yoga a way to lead quality life! So in this era of advancement , Yoga serves as an ingredient to bring a good balance in the lives of people without hampering In this world where complexities are developing immensely, the alternative options of medicinal healing techniques are getting more and more popularity and yoga is one of the significant ones. Yoga isn't only a physical exercise but at the same time is a method for keeping the psychological state flawless. Yoga helps in keeping the body fit and fine and furthermore clears the brain from any stress which in a roundabout way demonstrates to be negative with regards to living a healthy lifestyle. The word yoga begins from the Sanskrit word 'Yuj' which implies addition - the addition of strength, energy, and beauty to the body, mind, and soul. Restorative yoga, a practice that relies on the use of props support and the prolonged holding poses to achieve a deep level of relaxation guides the yogi toward relaxed healing and recuperative experience . The practice involved in restorative yoga training will focus on how one will experience on breathing method and typically on one’s holding on tension, and to relax our body graciously allowing the breath to come in more, so the habitual tension within can be cooled off and softened Yoga as a new Lifestyle In this modern world, yoga is adopted as a lifestyle and it is the best lifestyle ever designed and is effective in managing various lifestyle disorder occurrences. One must remember to have both the senses of “being healthy as well as feeling healthy”. Restorative Yoga Lifestyle Guide Restorative yoga practice encompasses several different styles of relaxation techniques and healing orientated Hatha yoga practices which are able to cultivate mental conscious relaxation and most necessary to release both mental and habitual tension in the body and mind, this bring positive results of Yoga As per the perspective of yoga, the problem of quality life has two basic angles and both material and spiritual angles are co-related to one another. The spiritual side includes both body and mind perspectives. It is essential with a healthy body there should be a healthy mind and vice versa. The human feelings, thoughts, ideas, and beliefs somehow directly or indirectly affect the biological process of the body. Minds have capabilities to create an impact on how healthy the bodies are! There is a complex interconnection union between the mind and body as mind can affect the body simultaneously mental state can impact the human physical body. Restorative yoga is the perfect practice to help you revolve around this divine union bringing them together with the right techniques of the practice, you awaken the divine balance with grace, a positive poise with strength and clear mind awareness. As a proven practice for self-transformation, restorative yoga allow the fine integration of all the aspects of life converging spiritual ,physical ,emotional psychological within one’s environment which help to reclaim from the stress inflicted from a strenuous lifestyle , therefore awakening to your own nature’s quest with set goals

This trusted companion offers help and guidance on the day-to-day practicalities of teaching and running a yoga business. Including insights from renowned yoga professionals, including Liz Lark, Lizzie Lasater, Andrew McGonigle, Katy Appleton and Tarik Dervish and more, this book offers practical ways to hone teaching skills. It features topics such as working with common injuries and conditions, breath, sequencing, incorporating philosophy and myth into class, and the links between yoga and Qigong and Ayurveda. It also provides key information on how to get the most out of a yoga business, with advice on setting up and running a studio, and planning and leading retreats.

Become the yoga instructor everyone wants to learn from with '5-Star Yoga Teacher,' the essential guide for anyone who wants to excel in teaching yoga and create a lasting impact. Embark on a transformative journey from mastering the yoga mindset to becoming a business-savvy practitioner. This comprehensive book offers a deep dive into every aspect of becoming a successful yoga instructor, fostering authenticity, and building a thriving practice. In '5-Star Yoga Teacher,' you will uncover the secrets to: Developing a yoga mindset that conquers imposter syndrome and cultivates balance between ego and authenticity. Navigating the path to becoming a yoga teacher with purpose and connection. Designing engaging yoga sessions with creativity and intention, while adapting to diverse skill levels. Implementing advanced teaching techniques that cater to different yoga styles and class dynamics. Managing the nuances of your teaching practice, from avoiding burnout to continuous learning. Crafting a robust business strategy that includes setting up your yoga enterprise, understanding the yoga market, and effective marketing both offline and online. Expanding your reach through workshops, retreats, digital classes, and community engagement. Managing your finances with savvy pricing and revenue stream strategies, while leveraging networking and community building for growth. Staying at the forefront of yoga trends and education to continually refine your skills and offerings. With '5-Star Yoga Teacher,' take the leap from being a good teacher to a great one. This book isn't just about teaching yoga; it's about living it, sharing it, and making a difference with each class you lead. Filled with actionable advice, reflective exercises, and pragmatic tools, it's the blueprint for anyone committed to teaching excellence and a lifetime of learning. Step into your power and let '5-Star Yoga Teacher' be the guide that lights the path to your success. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your practice, this book will elevate your teaching and transform your approach to yoga. Discover how to be not just a teacher, but an inspiration to your students and a leader in the yoga community. Your journey to becoming a 5-star yoga teacher starts here!"

Convert relationships into revenue-generating business! With Clients, Clients, and More Clients, you’ll learn how to capture the attention of the right connections, build loyal relationships, and influence people to hire you. Larina Kase combines the latest research from the field of psychology with her own background as a marketing psychologist to help you understand exactly how potential clients think—and use this information to close the deal. Discover how to understand the true needs of a client; access underlying emotions through the use of metaphor; alleviate clients' stress or fears; use color and design psychology to optimize your branding; make yourself memorable; use endorsements in the way that really works; package your products and services so people decide to purchase them.