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Don't Be an Asshole Yoga Teacher: A Studio Owner's Perspective on the Ethics of Teaching Yoga
Are you interested in becoming a better yoga teacher? Do you own a yoga studio? Are you a teacher-in-training who wants to be more successful in your chosen craft? If so, then this book—the perfect combination of business advice and yoga ethics—is for you.
Discussing everything from pay scales to ishvara prandihana —the practice of surrender—Dr. Lisa Mitchell pulls on her decade of experience in owning yoga studios and teaching yoga to create a guide to a better practice, a better teaching approach, and ultimately, a better business.
A lighthearted and easy read, this book is as accessible as it is eye-opening. Speaking from the perspective of a studio owner, Mitchell addresses controversial topics like how to determine the relative value of an instructor and what studio owners look for when hiring.
Moreover, Mitchell breaks down the concepts of Yama and Niyama—the don’ts and dos of yogic philosophy—and she connects them to their real-life implementation in yoga instruction. Following these practices can help anyone avoid becoming an asshole yoga teacher.
Discussing everything from pay scales to ishvara prandihana —the practice of surrender—Dr. Lisa Mitchell pulls on her decade of experience in owning yoga studios and teaching yoga to create a guide to a better practice, a better teaching approach, and ultimately, a better business.
A lighthearted and easy read, this book is as accessible as it is eye-opening. Speaking from the perspective of a studio owner, Mitchell addresses controversial topics like how to determine the relative value of an instructor and what studio owners look for when hiring.
Moreover, Mitchell breaks down the concepts of Yama and Niyama—the don’ts and dos of yogic philosophy—and she connects them to their real-life implementation in yoga instruction. Following these practices can help anyone avoid becoming an asshole yoga teacher.
148 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 13, 2016
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February 6, 2022
Really good book to deepen your knowledge about yoga.
August 4, 2017
Great read ...
Really enjoyed this book ...broke down yamas and niyamas and treated the reader to a comprehensive review of the limbs but also the application of the limbs in our life.
Really enjoyed this book ...broke down yamas and niyamas and treated the reader to a comprehensive review of the limbs but also the application of the limbs in our life.
September 29, 2018
What an easy and fun way to learn about the yamas and niyamas. I really enjoyed the stories and examples, the asanas and mudras that correlated with each ethical/moral code. Fantastic book for all yoga teachers!
June 11, 2017
A current, honest look at the yamas and niyamas.
February 20, 2017
Solid, honest advice for yoga teachers woven into yoga philosophy. Brilliant!
As a yoga studio owner I've had my share of teachers come in and go out my doors. Many have held attitudes or expectations described in this book. Dr. Mitchell offers teachers a fresh perspective of the yoga biz - through the eyes of a director of teachers. We can all learn from her wisdom.
As a yoga studio owner I've had my share of teachers come in and go out my doors. Many have held attitudes or expectations described in this book. Dr. Mitchell offers teachers a fresh perspective of the yoga biz - through the eyes of a director of teachers. We can all learn from her wisdom.
Displaying 1 - 5 of 5 reviews