Students in a yoga teacher trainingIs Doing A Yoga Teacher Training Right For You & Signs Of When To Do One

As we come out of Covid, many people who have been practicing yoga for a few years will always contemplate on their mat – usually after yoga class – if teaching yoga is the right path for them. 

In this blog, we will talk about the signs of when you should pursue doing a yoga teacher training.

The Signs

There are a few signs that you may be ready to consider a yoga teacher training program:

You have a strong personal yoga practice. If you have been practicing yoga regularly for a while and have developed a strong foundation in the physical and philosophical aspects of yoga. Then you may be ready to take your practice to the next level by learning to teach.

You feel called to share your love of yoga with others. If you have a passion for yoga and feel called to share your knowledge and experience with others. Then again yoga teacher training may be right for you.

You are open to learning and personal growth. Yoga teacher training can be an intensive and challenging process that requires a commitment to learning and personal growth. If you are open to this type of learning experience and are willing to put in the work then it may be for you.

Lastly, you are ready for a new challenge. If you are looking for a new challenge and are interested in exploring a new career path, teacher training may be a great opportunity to do so.

In the end, the decision to pursue yoga teacher training is a personal one and will depend on your goals, interests, and circumstances. It can be helpful to speak with other teachers and graduates of teacher training programs and carefully consider whether it aligns with your goals and passions.

yoga teacher training in baliIs Doing A Yoga Teacher Training Right For You?

On a similar vein as above, what are signs that doing a yoga teacher training is right for you, here are a few: 

  1. You have a strong personal yoga practice and are committed to deepening your understanding and practice of yoga.
  2. You are interested in sharing your love of yoga with others and potentially teaching yoga professionally (i.e Yoga Alliance approved).
  3. You are willing to commit the time and energy required to complete a yoga teacher training program, which can be demanding and intensive.
  4. You are open to learning and growing, both personally and professionally.
  5. You are comfortable with self-reflection and are willing to work on your own personal development.

yoga teacher training classIn The End

It’s important to note that yoga teacher training is not for everyone. And there is no one-size-fits-all answer to whether it is right for you. It is ultimately a personal decision that depends on your goals, interests, and circumstances. 

If you are considering yoga teacher training, it can be helpful to do your research, speak with other teachers and graduates of teacher training programs. And carefully consider whether it aligns with your goals and passions.