Advanced Yoga Teacher Training is more than CEU's

I still remember the day that I completed my first 200 Yoga Teacher Training. I felt so honored to be a part of the inspiring legacy of a practice that began thousands of years ago. As yoga teachers we are uniquely educated to bring ancient understanding and knowledge into the present. We create environments and classes that bring precious peace and life changing insight into this weary world. But that initial YTT is just the first glorious achievement among many that are available to yoga instructors. 

We are teaching in a time where there is so much competition for the attention of potential students. There is content available to them literally 24 hours a day. Because of this, it can be difficult to reach students and demonstrate to them why YOUR classes are a useful way to spend their time. This is why advanced continuing education for yoga teachers is such a powerful tool to help you create a niche for yourself in the crowded space of yoga. 

What to Consider When Choosing Yoga Teacher Training

When you look for continuing education coursework there are many things to consider beyond simply earning ceu’s. The first thing to think about is whether the information provided is of interest to you. But perhaps more importantly, consider whether the information provided will actually be useful to you as you structure your classes and build your reputation as a yoga teacher. In addition, it is important to remember that as a yoga teacher, you are a part of a community. When you choose your continuing education coursework, it is important to think about whether the information you learn will enhance your ability to contribute to this community. 

This is where opting for advanced yoga education that earns a certification can become a valuable tool. Having an advanced certification is actually a powerful form of communication with your students. First, certification is a way of validating what you have learned through continuing education. It is a short hand way of letting students know your frame of reference and your area of expertise. 

But on another level, certification is a way of communicating to your students what you care about. It shows that you are conscientious enough to follow through with a specialized program of coursework for their benefit. Completing a certification is a way of demonstrating to others that you care about a specific subject matter deeply. Earning advanced certifications in areas including yoga for metabolic health, healthy sleep and bone density is a powerful way to communicate to others that you care about their health and well being. 

As you deepen your knowledge, you also expand your ability to serve. And when you transform your teaching, you can transform your impact on the world. Choose your continuing education coursework with these concepts in mind and you will become empowered to make a positive impact.