Is there Hope that my Leg will stick behind my Head? – Perspectives on physical Limits in Asana-Practice

I posted a picture on instagram in Dhurvasana, a leg-behind-the-head posture of Ashtanga's third series. The picture (see the same picture in the header of this article) shows quite nicely the

by Tom Richter

Yoga Teacher Tips

9 tips to help you succeed in your practical yoga teaching exam

Teaching a class is part of every teacher training exam I know of. And even people that are used to teaching and standing in front of people get a bit

by Tom Richter

Yoga Practice

Yoga Teacher Tips

Hands-On Adjustments: Review of David Keil’s great DVD

Adjustments are a big challenge for many teacher trainees. They are an excellent tool to guide a student, give clear direction and communicate intention. On the other hand, poorly executed

by Tom Richter

Lifestyle Design

Yoga Teacher Tips

On parting from your yoga students & 5 tips on how to deal with the transition

A Yoga teacher friend of mine is moving to another town, leaving behind her group of practitioners in a small place. She asked me what my thoughts on the subject are. "What is our

by Tom Richter

Yoga Practice

Yoga Teacher Tips

Three Elements Of Great Yoga Teaching

What determines if you as a Yoga teacher have been successful? How could you define the success of a Yoga class, a workshop, or retreat you taught as a Yoga teacher? When

by Tom Richter