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Last Answer on September 05, 2017

Do you need to be able to do advanced poses to start a teacher training? Are there certain poses you should definitely be able to do?

Asked by Nicole almost 12 years ago

Absolutely not. In fact, you will learn how to do so much in your teacher training. TT doesn't just teach you how to teach a class. It will undoubtedly deeped your asana practice. Jump in!

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Have you ever heard of this thing called DDP Yoga that was created by a former professional wrestler and marketed mostly to men, especially former athletes? The online testimonials seem amazing but who knows.

Asked by DDP over 10 years ago

No, I have not but I just watched a couple of video's about it and it looks very similar to power vinyasa yoga which is great. I honestly think it's marketed toward men, so they think they're not doing something sissy ;)

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Hi, What is your opinion in regard to whether a Bikram yoga instructor should talk about non-meditation related topics during every savasana. It makes me tense when that happens - is that normal?

Asked by Julie over 10 years ago

It is my opinion that a persons practice should not be predicated on the teacher. The goal of our yoga practice should be to attain a relaxed and/or meditative state that would not be affected by what is going on around us, including what a teacher is saying (other than posture instruction). That being said, I have been in your shoes many times, even as a seasoned yogi. I believe when that happens, it is an opportunity for us to look inside and see what is really bothering us. Often what bothers us about someone or something, is a reflection of what is going on inside.

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have you ever encountered a snobby yoga teacher? my coworker is getting her teaching certificate and she's a mean bully. she vocally looks down on vinyasa or "easy layperson" yoga. have you ever encountered a yuppie yogi?

Asked by marisa over 9 years ago

Yes of course I have. There are bully's everywhere, and some of them are even called Guru's! My friend, treat that person with compassion. Who knows where they have been or what they've experienced. Your kindness is more powerful.

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I have a hiatal hernia which essentially is a structural issue. I eat well. Surgery is out because of the harm it can do. What are some good poses and other ideas. Thx Sam

Asked by Sam almost 10 years ago

Hi Sam. I would not have any recommendations for you other than to ask a Chiropractor and Physical Therapist. Sorry I can't be of more help.

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Even though I'm breathing comfortably, why is it that blood rushes to my head?

Asked by Kristal V over 9 years ago

Can you please elaborate by what you mean?

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I'd like to know how to go about hitting on girls in my yoga class. I don't want to HARRASS them when they're just there to work out of course, but as someone who's taught hundreds of classes and probably seen lots of fails, what advice do you have:)

Asked by Trav over 10 years ago

My personal opinion is to go up and talk to the girl you're interested in after class. There are no tricks. Just be real.

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Do you need to be able to do advanced poses to start a teacher training? Are there certain poses you should definitely be able to do?

Have you ever heard of this thing called DDP Yoga that was created by a former professional wrestler and marketed mostly to men, especially former athletes? The online testimonials seem amazing but who knows.

Hi, What is your opinion in regard to whether a Bikram yoga instructor should talk about non-meditation related topics during every savasana. It makes me tense when that happens - is that normal?

have you ever encountered a snobby yoga teacher? my coworker is getting her teaching certificate and she's a mean bully. she vocally looks down on vinyasa or "easy layperson" yoga. have you ever encountered a yuppie yogi?

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Hi
I have a hiatal hernia which essentially is a structural issue. I eat well. Surgery is out because of the harm it can do. What are some good poses and other ideas. Thx Sam

Even though I'm breathing comfortably, why is it that blood rushes to my head?

I'd like to know how to go about hitting on girls in my yoga class. I don't want to HARRASS them when they're just there to work out of course, but as someone who's taught hundreds of classes and probably seen lots of fails, what advice do you have:)

Yoga Instructor

Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

Do you need to be able to do advanced poses to start a teacher training? Are there certain poses you should definitely be able to do?

Have you ever heard of this thing called DDP Yoga that was created by a former professional wrestler and marketed mostly to men, especially former athletes? The online testimonials seem amazing but who knows.

Hi, What is your opinion in regard to whether a Bikram yoga instructor should talk about non-meditation related topics during every savasana. It makes me tense when that happens - is that normal?

have you ever encountered a snobby yoga teacher? my coworker is getting her teaching certificate and she's a mean bully. she vocally looks down on vinyasa or "easy layperson" yoga. have you ever encountered a yuppie yogi?

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HiI have a hiatal hernia which essentially is a structural issue. I eat well. Surgery is out because of the harm it can do. What are some good poses and other ideas. Thx Sam

Even though I'm breathing comfortably, why is it that blood rushes to my head?

I'd like to know how to go about hitting on girls in my yoga class. I don't want to HARRASS them when they're just there to work out of course, but as someone who's taught hundreds of classes and probably seen lots of fails, what advice do you have:)

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I have a hiatal hernia which essentially is a structural issue. I eat well. Surgery is out because of the harm it can do. What are some good poses and other ideas. Thx Sam