Yoga For Business: How to Get Started as a Yoga Teacher

When teaching your first yoga classes, come up with a yoga sequence that you already feel comfortable with. Stick with that sequence and teach it until you could do it blindfolded and back to front. Find ways to reinvent the poses and philosophy- repetition really is key here. We recommend doing this for at least 3 months because it will give you time to build confidence and get used to the logistics involved in teaching a class without having to also worry about new poses, techniques or sequences.

• Figure out where there is a gap/need in your community: Do research into local schools, workplaces, age care homes and community centres. Find out if they’re looking for a new activity and would be interested in you teaching yoga classes.
• Community notice boards: This one is old school but still really effective. You can make up fliers (check out Canva if you want to make your own) and post them on any local noticeboards in your area.
• Facebook groups: This is the same concept as advertising on community notice boards, except it’s the digital version. These days, a lot of communities have Facebook groups for residents. Make a post letting everyone know that you have started offering classes and encourage them to get in touch if they’re interested.
• Substitute for other teachers: Until you build your own following, taking up a few classes as a substitute teacher is a great way to begin getting a bit of exposure within a yoga community that already exists.
• Scope out spaces in your area: When you feel you have enough interest, you can begin making enquiries about renting a space or a studio in your area for leading your own classes.
• Enquire with us at Yoga For Good: Sign up to teach one of our paid monthly community classes. Not only is it a paid gig, but we’ll promote your class and your teachings to our audience.