Nurturing your family with yoga

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Contributors

Originally from Poland and currently living in the USA, Wanda is a photographer and yogini who has been practicing for 18 years.

My secret place

Yogi: Eva Kristlova Location: Cuckmere Haven, East Sussex,

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YOGA changed my life

Yoga is a constant, safe place to go to for Emma Wykes, one that soothes mind, body and spirit

YOGA AND Aromatherapy

Spike Lavender Oil (Lavandula Latifolia) The month

Trust the process

Mantra of the month

amazing spaces

11:11 Yoga Studio 21 Church Street, Calne, Wiltshire,

om loves

Beautiful things for beautiful people

LOVE YOGA

From cat/cow stretches to your morning coffee: step into summer with 3RD ROCK’s most innovative activewear collection yet, pairing freedom to move with planet-kind sustainability

Planet yoga

Stories from around the weird and wonderful world of yoga

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OM books

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Beginner brain

Victoria Jackson rediscovers the joy of a beginner’s mindset during a messy art class

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Gentle yoga for back pain

20 minute gentle yoga sequence for back pain

A 360º overview of... Side Plank Pose

Side Plank pose is great for building balance, strength and self-confidence

OM meets... Zakiya Bishton

Zakiya Bishton is the creator of Mindwalk Yoga, a virtual wellbeing studio and social enterprise run exclusively by black British women. Here, she tells OM that yoga is social justice in action

True grit: 4 yogis who overcame adversity

Celebrating four incredible yoga teachers who fought back against life’s challenges to help and inspire others, both on and off the mat 

3 poses to bliss

Need a little more bliss in your life? Here are three little steps to heaven

MAN ON THE MAT

KROUNCHASANA  (HERON POSE) – VARIATION

Conscious Counsel

Lawyers with a heart? Yes, it’s true! Meet Cory Sterling, the creator of Conscious Counsel, a new law firm keen to help yoga teachers fight their corner all over the world

The power of mantra ... and the science behind it

We know that mantras can help us feel calm and focused, but why are they so effective? 

Changing Thoughts

A simple meditation for reframing unhelpful thinking behaviour. 

Ecstatic dance

Set yourself free and connect with body, mind and soul through the magic of ecstatic awakening dance

The uniqueness of creativity

Exploring the wonders of creativity and how a few simple pursuits can transform our everyday lives. 

Summer fresh eat clean recipes for everyone this season

Grilled Pear, Chicory and Walnut Salad SERVES 2

eat drink yoga

Healthy eating goodies

Healthy nutrition hacks

Boost your daily nutrition intake with these simple tricks. 

Being in unity

The Unity Centre wants wellness for all, no matter what a student’s physical ability or disability, a place where accessibility and inclusivity mean everything. Here, founder Sevanti outlines how it has become an essential resource for a whole community

Introducing Aisha

Awe-inspiring retreats and ideas for yoga explorers

3 amazing eco stays

Looking for a place to roll out your mat close to home this summer and stay true to your eco credentials? We found these three amazing eco-friendly Airbnb hideaways, in association with Hive

Welcome

Welcome to OM’s annual yoga teacher training guide.

What’s your motivation?

The importance of knowing why you are doing a YTT

The perfect balance

Blended learning: the benefits of combining in-person and online YTT in the pandemic era. 

How to choose a YTT course

7 things you need to know. 

What makes a great yoga teacher?

Key considerations for being the best teacher you can be

The right course for you

Claudia Price explores the pros and cons of intensive vs longer duration courses, and local vs overseas courses

Beginning the teaching journey

Be prepared: is there anything you can do before the course to better prepare yourself? 

The digital experience

The benefits of online yoga teacher training. 

Questions Questions

5 things to ask before signing up for a YTT. 

Ancient wisdom for modern times

When I decided to become a yoga teacher,

Choosing the RIGHT course

11 tips on how to choose a yoga teacher training course

Are you ready for yoga teacher training?

How do you know if you’re ready to embark on a YTT course. 

Shadow work

Dealing with your own mental and emotional baggage whilst on a YTT course. 

Tales from a teacher

After hosting YTTs around the world, there’s no place like home for Vidya Heisel

Tales from a trainee

First-hand account from a trainee on the realities of a YTT course. 

Student survival guide

Key tips on getting through a YTT. 

Core skills

What are the core skills you need on your teacher training course? 

Making yoga a part of your life

Integrating your yoga learnings into your way of life. 

THE HARD YARDS

What really happens on a YTT

Be a baddass: own your own studio

The highs and lows of yoga studio ownership. Five tips for success

The business of teaching yoga

How to make a living out of teaching yoga

Elevate your yoga

Becoming an aerial yoga teacher

Making a living

Suggestions for increasing your income

Why choose a yoga speciality

Identify your niche and become a sought-after expert

You’ve got the style

Developing your own personal teaching style

Being a Kundalini Yoga teacher

What does it mean to become a Kundalini yoga teacher?

Insurance matters

Insurance considerations for yoga teachers and their businesses

The clean studio

Clean, fresh air for the studio

Where can I teach kids yoga?

8 ideas for teaching children’s yoga after you graduate

Continued professional development

The importance of ongoing yoga learning and training throughout your career. 

Bridging the gap

Bridging the gap to teaching success