Adapting Ashtanga Yoga for a Lifetime. Visit michaeljoelhall.com/coaching to book a session if you’d like to chat about your practice.
00:00 Introduction: Yoga for All Ages
00:09 Adapting Ashtanga for Aging Bodies
00:31 Modifications for Longevity
00:45 Evolving Your Practice
01:02 Sustainability Over Performance
01:15 Embracing Lifelong Adaptability
This is an introduction to the Functional Ashtanga Yoga Training Program
Ever wondered how a union could revolutionize your yoga teaching career? In today’s fast-evolving yoga industry, many teachers struggle with low wages and uncertain job security. But forming a union could be the game-changer we all need! 🌟 #YogaRevolution #TeacherEmpowerment #FairWages
In this video, see how collective power can enable yoga teachers to negotiate fair pay, secure benefits, and improve working conditions. Drawing inspiration from successful guilds like the Screen Actors Guild, find out how yoga teachers can create a community that values their labor.
Let’s work together to transform yoga teaching into a sustainable profession, ensuring it’s not just a side pursuit but a fulfilling career choice. Join the movement and be part of this exciting new era for yoga teachers!
Are you struggling to achieve financial stability as a yoga teacher? Join Michael Johal, founder of the Council of Independent Yoga Professionals, as he shares powerful strategies for achieving financial equity. Learn how diversifying income streams, embracing online teaching, and understanding financial literacy can transform your yoga career into a sustainable journey.
Highlights of this video:
– The importance of creating sustainable business models.
– Exploring innovative ways to diversify income beyond studio classes.
– Practical financial tips including budgeting, saving, and investing.
– Empowering yoga teachers to value their labor and resist exploitative practices.
Let’s not just survive in the world of yoga but thrive with financial stability. Watch the video, and let’s grow together! 🌟
#YogaTeachers #FinancialStability #EmpowerYourself
This is a video about Building an Inclusive and Accessible Ashtanga Community. If you’re looking for coaching, find me at michaeljoelhall.com/coaching
00:00 Introduction to the System
00:18 Inclusivity and Adaptation
00:41 Welcoming and Modifications
01:06 Evolving Tradition
This episode is on the topic of subjectivity in Ashtanga Yoga. This video emphasizes the importance of internal experiences over external instructions, highlighting how true understanding comes from doing rather than merely discussing. Learn about the role of breath (pranayama), the significance of bandhas, and how individual taste and preference can shape your practice. Michael also touches on the balance between subjective experience and objective assessment, providing insights into refining your yoga journey for both nourishment and growth.
00:00 Introduction and Greeting
00:03 Understanding Subjectivity in Ashtanga Yoga
00:33 The Importance of Internal Experience
01:08 The Role of Bandhas and Breath
02:12 Developing Personal Practice
03:36 Balancing Subjectivity and Objectivity
04:03 Challenges in Self-Assessment
05:08 Community Influence and Objectivity
05:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Harnessing Yogic Agency: The Power of Choice in Your Practice
Discover the concept of yogic agency in this insightful episode, where we delve into the power of making conscious choices during your yoga practice. Learn how subtle decisions regarding your focus, physical engagement, breath, and overall intentions can lead to profound transformations both on and off the mat. Through intentional practice, find the balance between discipline and freedom, and create a mindful, resilient, and adaptable approach to yoga and life. Empower yourself to take ownership of your practice and its results.
00:00 Introduction to Yogic Agency
00:30 Understanding Yogic Agency
01:20 The Power of Small Decisions
02:16 Creating Your Vision
03:21 Balancing Discipline and Freedom
04:18 Final Thoughts on Yogic Agency
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