How to Become a Yoga Teacher
For some individuals yoga is simply a fun form of exercise. For others it is one of many methods to reach enlightenment through exercise and meditation. As such there are several different forms of yoga offered by instructors and studios. By becoming a yoga teacher you decide whether you wish to teach simple exercise techniques or lead your students to enlightenment.
- Determine which forms of yoga you wish to teach. Conduct research on each format of yoga to determine in which formats are most beneficial to your career.
- Determine which schools and/or training courses in yoga instruction are accredited. Generally these schools and/or training courses are listed as yoga alliance schools and/or courses.
- Enroll into a school program and/or training course for each form of yoga in which you wish to teach to your students. If you wish to teach enlightenment instead of simple exercise techniques consider joining an ashram.
- Obtain certification in several forms of yoga once you complete your training. Complete certification examinations for each form of yoga in which you trained. This maximizes your earning potential.
- Obtain your teaching license as required by your state.
- Apply for positions with yoga schools and/or studios. These positions are entry-level and could require you to become an apprentice before you are allowed to lead a class. This depends upon the requirements of the school and/or studio at which you apply.
- Continue your training in new formats of yoga. As you may know yoga is a constantly evolving art in which new formats are created all the time. It is important for you as a yoga teacher to know these new formats as well as old favorites.