Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Yoga Teachers, Prepare for the New Year's Rush - Part 3

... worth noting that this type of class can attract some parents who desire to be in control of every aspect of their childs life. This type of parent will be easily noticed from the start, when he or she corrects their sons or daughters every move.

Therefore, it is best to establish who will do the cueing, assisting, and correcting. One unchecked parent can ruin the entire class. Kids acting like kids are understandable, but when parents act like kids, it is time to put your diplomatic skills to the test. Thats why it would be wise to have guidelines in place.

Partner yoga for Singles: My wife, Marie, and I taught classes like these, and they do break the ice. Helping and assisting someone breaks down all the barriers. This class works better as an occasional workshop.

Laughter yoga: The first I heard of this was when a friend of m...more

Karma yoga - The Art of Living

...the results that are obtained from the act. This attitude is difficult to acquire because we are taught to hanker after the fruits of the labour and any failure to obtain the desired results leads you to frustration and negative thinking. Also, constant attachment to the results leads you to stress, competition and aggressiveness. This has led to increased incidences of stress, diabetes, depression, heart ailments and suicides and has led many youngsters to use drugs, alcohol and cigarettes. Hence following the teaching of Krishna in Gita, wherein he advises Arjun: You are...more

Teaching Hatha yoga - When Are yoga Teachers "Selling Out?"

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Lately, there has been some confusion as to the roles of yoga teachers, yoga tradition, marketing, business, and "selling out." At one time, or another, all of the following have been issues, which caused rifts concerning rights, ethics, and traditional thought. For example: yoga props, innovation, contemporary yoga styles, certification, and charging money for classes, have been criticized in the past. Some...more

Your First Chair yoga Class in a Senior Center

...Chair yoga has become more popular in senior centers, but can also be found in nursing homes, physical rehabilitation units, adult day care centers, and some yoga studios. However, the vast majority of us will attend a Chair yoga class in a senior center.

You should consult your family physician and get the go ahead, before starting any exercise program. If possible, visit, or call the senior center, to find out about their policies and general guidelines. When it is your first class, it is a good idea to get into the front row, so you can clearly see and hear your yoga teacher.

When you need extra advice, or have a particula...more

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