As we sincerely practice any skill over years and years, our confidence and comfort level increase, together with the quality of our performance. Whether it is dancing, writing, sailing, or designing a building, we understand ourselves and our object of study better.
As a beginner yoga teacher, my attention was focused on increasing:
- Knowledge of postures and breathing exercises
- The art of creating curriculum
- Skill of hands-on assisting
- Developing style of language and delivery
- Meditation practice
These were the skills that I paid attention to, to become more and more comfortable teaching yoga. The skill set of a yoga teacher is different to that of a yoga therapist.
Each individual brings to his teaching and practice his/her own experience and formal training. To build on my own strengths as well as boost my knowledge in vital areas, as a yoga therapist I pay attention to increasing these skills:
- Listening deeply to the individual
- Quickly identifying strengths within the individual
- Facilitating the experience of the whole self
- Knowledge of subtle and physical anatomy
- Knowledge of healing tools and techniques from Yoga philosophy and psychology
Yoga and Yoga Therapy are vast topics with great diversity from traditionalists to revisionists. Each individual touches a part and can experience the Self as whole.
It is said, “If you want to learn something, teach it.” I invite you to learn more about Yoga and embark on a healing journey. Check our website www.yogatogo.com and contact us if you have any questions.
