• Yoga Teacher Confidential: Secrets of Becoming a Great Yoga Teacher

  • Written by: Sage Rountree
  • Podcast

Yoga Teacher Confidential: Secrets of Becoming a Great Yoga Teacher

Written by: Sage Rountree
  • Summary

  • Yoga Teacher Confidential is your backstage pass to the unspoken truths of being a yoga teacher. Sage Rountree, PhD, E-RYT500, dives into the real challenges and rewards of teaching yoga, offering expert advice and secrets to help you build confidence, connect with your students, and teach with authenticity. Sage draws on her two decades of experience teaching yoga, running a studio, and training teachers to share practical insights you can use right away. You'll also hear advice from her books, including Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses, The Art of Yoga Sequencing, and The Professional Yoga Teacher's Handbook. Whether you’re navigating imposter syndrome, mastering classroom presence, or refining your skills to teach specialized niches like athletes, this podcast empowers you to lead your classes with clarity, grace, and ease.

    © 2025 Yoga Teacher Confidential: Secrets of Becoming a Great Yoga Teacher
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Episodes
  • The Power of Feedback: How to Grow as a Yoga Teacher
    Feb 25 2025

    Teaching yoga can be isolating, especially when feedback is scarce. But feedback is crucial for growth. In this episode, I explore why feedback is hard to get, how to collect it, and why peer feedback is the most valuable. Plus, I share an invitation to my Mastering the Art of Yoga Sequencing mentorship, where you’ll receive real, actionable feedback from a supportive community.

    Join me and take your teaching to the next level. Learn more at sagerountree.com/mentorship!

    Want to become (almost) everyone's favorite yoga teacher? Get in the Zone at Comfort Zone Yoga, my virtual studio focused on teacher development. I have a ton of Sage advice in there for you—let's chat there!

    For more insights, subscribe to Yoga Teacher Confidential, check out my YouTube channel, and follow me on socials:

    • Instagram
    • Facebook
    • Threads
    • Bluesky
    • Pinterest

    And come explore my continuing education workshops and 300/500-hour teacher training programs. It's all at sagerountree.com.

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    11 mins
  • Confident Theming: Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses with Alexandra DeSiato
    Feb 18 2025

    How can you theme your yoga classes with confidence? Theming is what transforms a sequence into an experience, leaving students inspired long after class ends. But for many teachers, theming—especially when it involves yoga philosophy—can feel intimidating.

    In this episode, my longtime collaborator Alexandra DeSiato joins me to share her expert insights on how to theme authentically, balance personal and universal themes, and engage students in a meaningful way. We also discuss our new book, Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses, Volume 2, and why it’s a game-changer for yoga teachers looking for fresh inspiration.

    Preorder the book!

    📖 Teaching Yoga Beyond the Poses, Volume 2: https://amzn.to/47C9WXP

    Want to become (almost) everyone's favorite yoga teacher? Get in the Zone at Comfort Zone Yoga, my virtual studio focused on teacher development. I have a ton of Sage advice in there for you—let's chat there!

    For more insights, subscribe to Yoga Teacher Confidential, check out my YouTube channel, and follow me on socials:

    • Instagram
    • Facebook
    • Threads
    • Bluesky
    • Pinterest

    And come explore my continuing education workshops and 300/500-hour teacher training programs. It's all at sagerountree.com.

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    34 mins
  • Confident Pricing: Charge What You’re Worth as a Yoga Teacher
    Feb 11 2025

    Are you undercharging for your yoga classes? Setting confident prices isn’t just about making more money—it’s about ensuring your students value your work. In this episode, I break down why undercharging hurts both you and your students, how to set rates that align with your worth, and practical strategies to help you feel confident when naming your price.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • Why undercharging can actually make teaching less fulfilling

    • How to price private lessons, workshops, and corporate classes

    • The 5-step process to determine your ideal rate

    • How pricing impacts student commitment and engagement

    • Real pricing examples and strategies to adjust your rates with confidence

    💡 Bonus: Grab my Know Your Worth Guide and free training:

    https://sagerountree.com/athletes?utm_source=buzzsprout&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=confident_pricing

    Want to become (almost) everyone's favorite yoga teacher? Get in the Zone at Comfort Zone Yoga, my virtual studio focused on teacher development. I have a ton of Sage advice in there for you—let's chat there!

    For more insights, subscribe to Yoga Teacher Confidential, check out my YouTube channel, and follow me on socials:

    • Instagram
    • Facebook
    • Threads
    • Bluesky
    • Pinterest

    And come explore my continuing education workshops and 300/500-hour teacher training programs. It's all at sagerountree.com.

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    17 mins

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