Show Notes
In this heart-to-heart episode of A Yin Yoga podcast, I sit down with the lovely Grace Tempany to discuss the nitty-gritty of Yin Yoga teacher trainings. If you've ever wondered what it takes to not only teach Yin Yoga but to teach others to teach it, this episode is for you. We dive deep into why it's crucial to have a solid foundation of training and experience, and the ethical considerations we all need to keep in mind. We also chat about the disturbing trend of underqualified teachers jumping into leading trainings and the dangers of using AI to cut corners. Whether you're just starting out or considering offering your own teacher trainings, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help guide your journey. 00:00 Introduction to the Yinny Yoga Podcast 01:07 Welcoming New and Returning Listeners 01:37 Listener Feedback and Appreciation 04:22 Introducing Today's Guest: Grace Tempany 04:39 Grace Ani's Journey and Bio 08:30 Discussion: When Are You Ready to Train Yin Yoga Teachers? 10:40 Personal Experiences in Teacher Training 13:06 Challenges and Insights in Yin Yoga Education 20:53 Creating and Refining Yin Yoga Training Programs 29:15 The Importance of Proper Training and Mentorship 43:15 Evaluating Yoga Teacher Training Programs 44:53 The Importance of Critical Thinking in Yoga 45:55 Handling Unforeseen Classroom Situations 50:31 The Dangers of Inadequate Training and AI Usage 53:46 Marketing and Specialization for Yoga Teachers 01:00:02 Guidance for Aspiring Yoga Teacher Trainers 01:18:36 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Find Grace Here: https://www.gracetempany.com/ Want to support my work? Leave me a tip. Yoga Teachers: Join The Waitlist for my Therapeutic Yin Yoga Training at the bottom and top of the Page To Join my Yin Yoga Classes on Zoom To subscribe to my On-Demand Video Library: Full Show Notes https://nykdanu.com/teachers/yin-yoga-podcast/ Anatomy for Yoga with Paul Grilley Hang Drum Music by Fred Westra Find me on Instagram @nykdanuyoga @YinYogaPodcast See all episodes at a glance
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