Foundations of Yoga Instruction: Class Design and Teaching Skills

Stepping into the role of a yoga teacher requires more than personal practice—it demands clear communication, thoughtful class planning, and an understanding of student needs. This written course provides a structured guide to developing your authentic teaching voice and designing safe, engaging yoga sessions. You will move from core concepts of alignment and anatomy to practical methods for creating balanced class flows. Through detailed explanations and written sequencing exercises, you will develop the technical competence and confidence needed to guide practitioners effectively. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational anatomy, posture alignment principles, and key teaching terminology - Design balanced class sequences tailored to different student levels and class goals - Master precise verbal cueing techniques to guide posture transitions clearly and safely - Apply accessible modifications and prop variations for diverse body types and abilities - Integrate breathwork, pacing strategies, and class theme development into your lesson plans The course begins with foundational definitions, anatomical considerations, and class structuring principles before advancing to detailed sequence planning and communication strategies. It is designed for aspiring teachers, new instructors, and dedicated practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of yoga pedagogy, with no prior teaching experience required. Start building your teaching toolkit today.