Yoga Teachers Circle - Friday 2 Dec

What is the Yoga Teachers Circle? The Yoga Teachers Circle is a monthly opportunity to connect, learn, share and evolve collectively as yoga teachers. Think of it as a yoga class meets chilled-out mentoring session where we come together as equals to share and get feedback on how to grow and become better yoga teachers.

It can be hard navigating being a teacher on your own after you have left the cosy support network within a group teacher training. Often it can feel quite isolating not having colleagues or peers to work alongside. And aside from a few comments at the end of class from students who might say they really enjoyed the class, we tend not to get much real, authentic feedback on what we can do better and how we can continue to improve how we teach our classes and show up for our students.

Our Teachers Circle aims to fill this gap. Let’s face it, we get into teaching yoga because we are all about personal growth, self-evolution and being part of a community, but often after teaching for a long time, our classes can feel a little stale and learning becomes a bit stagnant, and we feel like we are floating out there on our own in the industry.

It also seems like the longer we teach, the less likely we get feedback on how to keep learning and growing as a teacher; so this is our re-commitment to the path of self-evolution and growth within a supportive community of fellow teachers, dedicated to the goal of elevating the way we teach, embody yoga and serve our community.

How is it structured? Join us for 90 mins - 2 hours of juicy, heart-centred connection, with all the loved up-vibes that you felt when you were in your first teacher training.

After getting to know each other, you will get to fill up your cup as we begin with a 45-60min session led by our monthly guest teacher. This is your chance to be the student and remember why you fell in love the practice in the first place, whilst learning from another amazing teacher in our community, before we chat and share ideas on teaching methodology and how to embody the practice in your teaching and life.

OR

Be courageous, ‘dare greatly’ and nominate yourself in advance to BE our monthly guest teacher! You will help spark ideas for us to talk about in our mentoring circle, gain invaluable feedback on what you are doing well and have opportunities to play around with different suggestions from other experienced teachers who are also there to learn and grow alongside of you. PLUS you'll get to come for free to the Circle!

NEXT CIRCLE:  Friday 2 Dec at 6:30pm Ettalong Yoga (Last Circle for the year!)

GUEST TEACHER:  Louisa Fenn teaches an Initiative Flow class (approx. 45 min practice)

Intuitive Flow:

Not often do we Yoga teachers join in circle to intuitively flow together. Using our embodied knowledge of asana and the many paths of Yoga, let me guide you into a soothing feminine practice with less structure, and more flowing presence! 

Let's explore our own intrinsic creativity and encourage the intuition to take the lead.

Make shapes that serve you on a physical and emotional level. Find freedom in movement and acknowledge the changing nature of reality through travelling the mat.

ABOUT LOUISA:

Louisa is a qualified Yoga practitioner, Ceremonialist, Reiki healer, and nature lover. 

Mixing her Holistic qualifications and arts degree, she carefully laces her yoga classes and dance workshops with a taste of India and deep self-awareness.

Louisa has a deeply rooted and embodied understanding of the transformative and healing power of movement. Creativity and commitment to her own inner-work and wholeness have always been central in her life. 

From an early age in London Theatre, she explored visual and performing arts which led her to a BA (Hons) Performance degree, focusing on Physical Theatre. She took her experience of embodied transformation and holding unique experiences to India, where she trained as a Yoga teacher. After living in a Hare Krishna ashram for 8 months, the devotional lessons of Bhakti now weave into all of Louisa’s offerings.

 Through Vipassana meditation, ceremony, Yoga, Tantra, Ayurveda, and contact improvisation, Louisa has learnt from many teachers around the world.

After years of play, study, and integration, Louisa now holds a range of community-lead spaces to activate the power within us all. The wild, gentle and open, loving awareness.

Cost: $30* (Free for Monthly guest teacher)

WHAT TO BRING:

A notebook & pen, your favourite teacup, any snacks you want to share during the second half of our circle and an open heart. You are welcome to BYO mat/props or use ours- just bring a towel to use over our bolsters.

Facilitator: Alongside the monthly guest teacher, the circle will be facilitated by Senior Yoga Teacher, Kelly Sunartha.

Kelly has trained in multiple styles of yoga and studied with many well-recognised teachers, both nationally and internationally over the last 20 years.

She is an alumni ambassador for Lululemon and has taught thousands of students across the numerous studios that she has worked at and operated over the last 15 years.

Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in Mind-Body Philosophy and is a qualified ‘Dharma’ Coach, where she guides people to live in alignment with their Highest Self.

In addition to her years of business experience, she has worked as a marketing consultant and business coach, assisting many yoga teachers and soulful entrepreneurs to embody yoga in their life and business and live their light in the world.

FAQS:

Can I count these hours towards my CPD (Continuing Professional Development) hours as a yoga teacher? Yes, we are happy to provide evidence of your attendance and help you log these hours towards your CDP points.

Can I come if I am not a yoga teacher?

Sure. If you have an interest and are happy to come and participate, then you are welcome to join.

Can I be the Guest Teacher even if I am still finishing my Yoga Training?

Yes, this will help you to learn and grow as a teacher. We are happy to sign off this as teaching hours counted towards your teaching training certificate.

More questions? Call Kelly 0432 065 059