"When I began teaching yoga three years ago, though, I quickly learned that one of the most challenging aspects of leading class wasn't anything that could be bought at a store or even taught in 200-hour yoga teacher training (YTT). It wasn't even leading students through Warrior 2 and Extended Side Angle. It was disregarding any internalized expectations of how I should show up as a yoga teacher."
"But this realization came after a lot of trial and error, and leading my first yoga classes felt like being thrown into the deep end. To feel less alone in the process, I tapped into my community. Eventually, I asked several yoga teachers in my circle how they navigated that hurdle. Turns out the challenge of developing a teaching style that works for you is a lot more universal than is talked about in YTTs or training manuals."
Teaching yoga involves more than appearance, playlists, or advanced postures. A major challenge for new teachers is shedding internalized expectations and developing an authentic teaching style. This process requires trial and error, community support, and learning from other teachers' experiences. Practical steps include releasing prescribed images of what a teacher should be, experimenting with different approaches, and allowing one's style to evolve over time. Personal circumstances, such as parenthood, can shape expectations and responses to teaching. Seeking advice and observing peers can accelerate confidence and help craft a sustainable, genuine teaching presence.
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