A fitness professional who teaches yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation to students of all levels.
What yoga instructors do
Yoga instructors design and lead group and private classes, demonstrate postures, guide breathing and meditation, and modify sequences for injuries or experience level. They cultivate safe spaces, observe alignment, and offer hands-on or verbal adjustments.
Training path
The standard entry credential is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher 200-hour certification, often followed by a 300- or 500-hour advanced program. Specializations include prenatal, restorative, yin, Iyengar, Ashtanga, and trauma-informed yoga.
Work setting
Most teachers work as contractors splitting time between several studios, gyms, corporate wellness programs, and private clients. A growing share teach virtually through streaming platforms or run their own membership-based online studios.
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