”For those continually tempered by the heat of tapa, hatha yoga is like the hermitage giving protection from the heat. For those always united in yoga, hatha is the basis acting like a tortoise.” Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Chapter 1, Verse 10 Everyone knows the story of the hare who, in his arrogance, decided to take a nap while the tortoise slowly plodded his way across the finish l ine. This par able is pr ofound and has much to teach the yoga community too.
Why all the hurry to become a yoga teacher? Traditionally, disciples would live with their guru in an ashram for 12 years before embarking on a life of teaching. Nowadays, you can become a yoga teacher in a few weeks!