Creating an inspirational and guided yoga class requires a strong personal practice, a deep understanding of how the body works and knowledge of a variety of yoga styles. An effective yoga class should include relaxing, challenging and meditative components. Teacher trainings and certification programs can assist you in learning how to create a yoga class, but practice and experience also play a significant part.
Step 1
Structure your class like an arc. Welcome the students and allow time for everyone to warm up the body with gentle poses. Ease into the peak of class or the more advanced poses, explore the advanced poses in detail and transition into relaxation.
Step 2
Choreograph music to match your class outline. Begin with relaxing music and gradually increase to a higher tempo, while still maintaining a calming vibe. Finish class with more relaxing music, without lyrics.
Step 3
Find a studio and schedule your yoga class. Choose a studio that fits your style of teaching and offers fair compensation. Schedule your class before or after normal business hours to optimize attendance.
Step 4
Promote your yoga class to friends and family. Use social marketing tools such as Facebook. Print and distribute fliers in your community.
Tips and Warnings
- "Yoga Journal" has a website that includes a sequence-building tool at no cost.
- Be open to changes that may come up during class. Be willing to teach intuitively when required.
Things You'll Need
- Yoga room
- Music
- Outline
References
- "Teaching Yoga"; Mark Stephens; 2010
- Yoga Journal: Yoga Sequence Builder
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