The Business Of Teaching Yoga (Cora Geroux)
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| 14 Feb 2022 | How To Give Away Your Best Content For Free (without undermining your paid stuff) | 00:50:17 | |
Have you ever asked yourself “If I give away all this free content, why would anyone pay me?” or perhaps you’ve pondered, “What type of content should be free, and what types of content should be paid?” If so, you’re not alone. Those questions are some of the most common ones I get from my business coaching clients and LTL students. And I get it. Creating content takes a lot of time, effort and energy - all of which as a small business owner, we need to be smart about allocating. In this episodeI share:
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Until next week, Lots of love, Cora | |||
| 14 Feb 2022 | How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome - 3 Unexpected Tips To Help You Move Forward | 00:32:56 | |
3 unexpected ways to increase your confidence as a yoga teacher so that you can move past imposter syndrome and be your best as a business owner. If you’ve been asking yourself how to be more confident as a yoga teacher, or your feelings of imposter syndrome are holding you back from showing up authentically on social media, or for your business this episode will help you break free! 💁🏻♀️ Want exclusive early access to all my videos, blogs & podcasts? Join my newsletter and get all content a week before it goes live to the public! 👉 LINKS:
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Until next week, Lots of love, Cora | |||
| 11 Aug 2022 | Kajabi, The Best Online Platform For Yoga Teachers? | 00:24:48 | |
In this episode, I share how I switched over to Kajabi and actually ended up saving money each month while upgrading to an easier, smoother system that's better for me, my students & clients. You'll also hear my top 7 reasons that I think Kajabi could be a great fit for you and your business. | |||
| 11 Aug 2022 | Keep The Main Thing, The Main Thing with Acyuta-bhava Das | 01:25:04 | |
Wow. I try not to pick favourites, but right now, I just can’t help it. My conversation with Acyuta-bhava Das is hands down, one of my all-time favourite podcast interviews I’ve ever done. Perhaps it’s because of the timely nature of the topics we cover for me personally, or Acyuta’s refreshing level of devotion to his craft, I walked away from this conversation with a spring in my step for days. If you’ve ever let your fear of the mob keep you from putting yourself out there, feel disenfranchised with running a business or simply want to know how Acyuta puts out a new video on youtube 5 days a week, then buckle up and join us for the ride. ABOUT ACYUTA-BHAVA DAS Acyuta-bhava is an astrologer, author and yoga instructor. Through his work he blends ancient and modern approaches to astrology, alongside a committed spiritual practice, to help people like you deepen their understanding of life, self, divinity, and destiny within the context of everyday life. As you’ll hear me say in the interview, Acyuta’s practice is booked out over a year in advance, he runs first & second year astrology trainings, and his youtube channel has nearly 50k subscribers. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND ACYUTA-BHAVA DAS FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode97 | |||
| 15 Aug 2022 | Teach Yoga & Travel The World with Annie Dunhof | 01:09:27 | |
Did 2020 put an end to your lifelong dream of teaching yoga while you travel the world? Well never fear, Annie Dunhof is here! Annie is the founder of Engaunite, an English teacher, yoga teacher and teacher trainer for multilingual yogis who want to manifest their dream careers in the world of yoga and wellness. Annie has helped hundreds of English learners and yoga teachers find their voices and build the foundations of their teaching careers. Annie is also the host of the International Yoga Teachers Summit which takes place from August 19th - 22nd 2022. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND ANNIE DUNHOF FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode99 | |||
| 23 Aug 2022 | The New Rules Of Business (for me) | 00:46:29 | |
We made it to Episode 100! 🎉 and it's my most personal, vulnerable episode ever. | |||
| 12 Sep 2022 | Your Deepest Wound Is Your Truest Niche with Nyk Danu | 01:19:21 | |
To niche or not to niche, that is the question. Spoiler alert, the answer is most definitely yes, niche. But, if you’ve been listening to this podcast I bet you already knew that right? In this episode Nyk Danu shares a plethora of practical skills to help you understand what niching can do for your business as a yoga teacher, and how to do it. ABOUT NYK DANU Nyk teaches therapeutic yoga to MisFits. Gen Xers (and sometimes Y) who don’t feel at home in mainstream Yoga circles: the rebels, underdogs, introverts, geeks, and bookworms - and she has a butt load of training and education (check her certs page on her website if you want the deets). As a Yoga Therapist, Nyk’s specialty is helping people with Back Pain and Anxiety. Nyk also leads a 60 HR Online, Yin Yoga Teacher Training - and I believe has one coming up in the next few months, so if you’re keen to learn more make sure to check out her website. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND NYK DANU FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode101 | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | Cosmic Order, Divine Timing & The Myth Of Work Life Balance with Kaya Mindlin | 01:21:16 | |
If you’ve ever asked yourself “what the heck am I doing with my life?” or have been feeling confused, stuck, unmoored or like the path ahead of you feels murky and unclear - this episode is for you. My guest today, Kaya Mindlin is a true guide on the yogic journey, steeped in embodied wisdom, genuine tradition and good will. ABOUT KAYA Sought-after Yoga Educator, Kaya Mindlin has been teaching yoga for 21 years, teaching teachers for 12 years. Dedicated students, seekers and teachers from around the world resonate with her technical acumen, mothering bhava and ability to thread transformational teaching and gentle practice together in a meaningful and personal way. With thousands of hours of tutelage with masters in the Yoga tradition and the explicit blessing of her teachers to teach others, Kaya integrates the full-spectrum of the Vedic tradition in her work. This includes Supreme Release Yoga, Vedanta, Tantra, Storytelling, Ayurveda, Vedic Astrology, Vastu {Vedic Design} and Sanskrit. She offers teachings and practices that reveal the body and life itself as a vehicle for spiritual awakening. Kaya’s committed to upholding yoga from its own viewpoint, thanks to the benefit of her studies with brilliant teachers. Her primary two lineages extend from Gurus Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswati & Krishan Mantri both of whom she was lucky to study and receive blessings from directly. Additional teachers Dr. Sarita Shrestha, Dr. Vasant Lad, Hart deFouw, Rama Berch, Gitte Bechsgaard, and Swami Tattvavidananda. She lives in the Pacific Northwest of the US with her husband, Vedic Astrologer Michael Manzella and their children. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND KAYA MINDLIN FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode102 | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | Ritual As Remedy with Mara Branscombe | 01:11:36 | |
Episode Description: I’m always doing rituals. Before my morning practice. Before I see clients, teach a class or record an interview. Bigger events get bigger rituals. And to be honest, I’ve never given it much thought, except for the fact that it’s something I like to do, and so I do it. However, when today's guest, Mara Branscombe, reached out to me to talk about her new book, Ritual As Remedy, I was intrigued. ABOUT MARA Mara Branscombe is a mother, writer, yogi, artist, teacher, mindfulness leader, ceremonialist and spiritual coach. She is the author of “Ritual As Remedy: Embodied Practices For Soul Care.” Mara is passionate about weaving the art of mindfulness, self-care, creativity, mind–body practices, and earth-based rituals into her life and work, and she has been leading community ceremony since 2000. An adventurous spirit, Mara has sailed across the Atlantic Ocean, trekked across the Himalayas, studied yoga in India, planted trees in Canada’s north, lived off the grid in a remote cabin in the woods, worked as a Waldorf (Steiner School) teacher, and then found her passion for dance and choreography. All the while yoga, meditation, mysticism and ritual have been at the heart of Mara’s journey. Her trainings in the Incan Shaman lineage and the Pagan tradition have greatly inspired her life’s work of earth-based, ceremonial, intentional, and heart-centered living and loving. Mara currently lives in Vancouver, Canada with her husband and two daughters. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND MARA BRANSCOMBE FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode103 | |||
| 17 Oct 2022 | The Magic Of Teaching A Series (vs. drop in classes) with Lauren Enright | 01:19:30 | |
Teaching drop in classes can be fun. You never know who you’re going to see in class, you start fresh every time & students can come and go as they please. However, teaching drop in classes also has it’s limitations; it’s hard to progress or build from week to week, or build a strong container as the students change from week to week. One alternative to teaching drop in classes is THE SERIES. A predetermined number of classes, held together by a strong theme in which students register in advance to attend the whole shebang. In today’s episode I speak with Lauren Enright - yoga teacher, doula, and coach who has successfully mastered the series model of teaching classes, and agreed to come on the show today to share how she did it. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
👉 Get Laurens resource guide to develop & teach your own 6 week series www.breathewithlauren.com/yogateachers FIND LAUREN FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode105 | |||
| 19 Nov 2019 | Introducing the Teaching Yoga Podcast | 00:01:23 | |
The yoga industry is changing - teachers are unionizing, abusive "gurus" are being called out, and yoga media outlets are being held accountable for their lack of diversity and integrity. | |||
| 25 Nov 2019 | Introducing Your Host & Starting A Podcast with Cora Geroux & Mark Ashmore - Ep. 00 | 01:04:05 | |
In this special bonus episode, the tables are turned, and Astrologer & Yoga Teacher, Mark Ashmore interviews your host, Cora Geroux ( that’s me! ). I asked Mark to come on the show so that I could give the show a proper introduction, and fill you guys in on what it takes to create a podcast. Side note: Mark is an epic Astrologer, and we’ll have him back on the show ASAP to discuss how to integrate astrology into your classes.
For links to resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes000 | |||
| 26 Nov 2019 | The Underbelly Of The Yoga Industry with Tejal Patel & Jesal Parikh from the Yoga Is Dead Podcast - Ep. 01 | 01:32:45 | |
YOGA IS DEAD - TEJAL PATEL & JESAL PARIKH If you teach yoga and you haven’t listened to the Yoga Is Dead Podcast, immediately, or well, after you listen to this episode, on your next commute to class give it a go. Tejal & Jesal are two Indian American yoga teachers living in NYC, who have used their less than desirable experiences in the yoga industry to fuel them to speak out about what I’m calling the underbelly of the yoga world. They bring some really important topics to light, like fair pay, our working conditions as yoga teachers, guru culture, abuse and more. And the thing I love most is that they do it with a relatable millennial sense of humor. FIND TEJAL & JESAL FIND CORA PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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| 27 Nov 2019 | "University" For Yoga Teachers with Cecily Milne from Yoga Detour - Ep. 02 | 01:25:40 | |
“UNIVERSITY“ FOR YOGA TEACHERS - CECILY MILNE I’ve been following Cecily’s work through Yoga Detour for years and she’s a true innovator in the yoga world. She has helped me redefine the very foundation of how I approach asana, both in my personal practice, but also in my teaching. She brings critical thinking to what we’ve been taught as yoga teachers, and draws on years of study in other movement disciplines to create a much deeper understanding of how the body moves. You can find numerous interviews with Cecily about her approach, and definitely check out her instagram below for some visual learning but in today’s episode, I really wanted to get behind the curtain of Cecily’s incredibly successful business, Yoga Detour.
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| 02 Dec 2019 | Launching A Yoga Clothing Line with Myrah Penaloza - Ep. 03 | 01:17:15 | |
Have you ever wondered how to start a product based yoga business? It can seem so much scarier than putting up a “services” page on your website for privates, or corporates, but in today’s episode Myrah breaks down just how do-able it can actually be. Myrah is a mother of 2, kundalini yoga teacher & founder of the fashion line, “Kundalini Gown”. Myrah and her husband, Robinda are 100% digital nomad parents, and run their multiple businesses from Canada, Bali and Los Angeles. Her mission is to empower women through yoga, community, education, and the art of adornment. I’ve been obsessed with Myrah’s Instagram for the last few years, and did a little happy dance the day she agreed to be on the show. I’m super curious about ways that yoga teachers can diversify and scale their businesses, and Myrah gives us so much incredible intel on this episode, I can’t wait for you to listen in. So if you’ve ever wanted to launch a yoga product into the world, this episode is for you my friend. FIND MYRAH FIND CORA PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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| 05 Dec 2019 | Getting Real On Social Media with Erin Gilmore - Ep. 04 | 01:14:58 | |
Erin is a San Francisco based yoga teacher who shares her life - guts and all on her instagram page. On today’s show, Erin and I discuss:
I hope you enjoy the show FIND ERIN FIND CORA You can find full show notes, and links to resources mentioned in this episode at www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode4 | |||
| 09 Dec 2019 | Why Representation Matters In Yoga with Dianne Bondy Ep. 05 | 01:16:26 | |
On today’s show I talk with Dianne Bondy. Dianne Bondy is a social justice activist, author, accessible yoga teacher, and the leader of the Yoga For All movement. Her inclusive approach to yoga empowers anyone to practice—regardless of their shape, size, ethnicity, or level of ability. Dianne is revolutionizing yoga by educating yoga instructors around the world on how to make their classes welcoming and safe for all kinds of practitioners. Dianne is the author of Yoga for Everyone (DK Publishing, Penguin Random House) and a frequent contributor to Yoga International, DoYouYoga, Yoga Girl, and Omstars. She has been featured in publications such as The Guardian, Huffington Post, Cosmopolitan, and People. Dianne’s commitment to increasing diversity in yoga has been recognized in her work with Pennington’s, Gaiam, and the Yoga & Body Image Coalition, as well as in speaking engagements at Princeton and UC Berkeley on Yoga, Race, and Diversity. Her writing is published in Yoga and Body Image Volume 1, Yoga Renegades, and Yes Yoga Has Curves. On today’s show, Dianne and I discuss:
I hope you enjoy the show FIND DIANNE FIND CORA You can find full show notes, and links to resources mentioned in this episode at www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode5 | |||
| 11 Dec 2019 | How Yoga Helps Us Become Integrated Human Beings with Richard Miller Ep. 06 | 01:12:10 | |
On today’s show I talk with Richard Miller. Richard is a world-renowned spiritual teacher, author, yogic scholar, researcher and clinical psychologist. He is best known for developing iRest Yoga Nidra Meditation, which combines traditional yogic practice with Western psychology and neuroscience. He is committed to bringing the healing benefits of iRest to all segments of our population including wounded warriors, people with cancer, MS, and the homeless among many other populations. In addition to founding the iRest Institute Richard was also the co-founder of The International Association of Yoga Therapy and founding editor of the professional Journal of IAYT. I met Richard way back in 2014, when I was lucky enough to attend a workshop with him in Sydney. Each time that I interact with Richard, both in person, and even after this interview, I was left with a profound and overwhelming gratitude for how kind, compassionate and good he is. I actually cried tears of relief both times. Which, if you know me, is a pretty big deal. Richard is such an incredible role model for me personally, and I think he sheds some interesting light on a career in yoga that spans over 5 decades.
I hope you enjoy the show FIND CORA You can find full show notes, and links to resources mentioned in this episode at www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode6 | |||
| 16 Dec 2019 | Teaching Yoga Online with Rachel Scott Ep. 07 | 01:17:47 | |
On today’s show I talk with Rachel Scott. I’ve known Rachel since 2010, when we met at YYOGA. I was a new teacher, and Rachel mentored me over over 12 weeks, and helped me through all the inevitable ups and downs that any new teacher goes through. Since then Rachel has helped me refine and uplevel how I lead my teacher trainings. If I were to sum it up in one statement, I would say that Rachel is an expert in creating exceptionally high quality yoga education, and helping other teachers do the same. Rachel was the director of YYOGA’s teachers college for over 7 years & has auditioned, hired & coached over 300 hundred teachers. She is also a prolific writer and has written for the Huffington Post & Yoga International, as well as two books, “Head Over Heels, A Yogi’s Guide To Dating” & “Wit & Wisdom From The Yoga Mat” Rachel has her masters in Instructional design, and consults with clients around the world in all things related to business, yoga education, and the topic of our conversation today - teaching yoga online. We talk about:
I hope you enjoy the show FIND CORA: For full show notes & links to resources discussed in this episode head to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode7 | |||
| 19 Dec 2019 | The New Hands On Adjustments In Yoga with Ashley Brodeur of Feelosophy Ep.08 | 01:21:48 | |
Yoga and touch are heavily associated with each other - as yoga teachers, we are often given some training in how to use our hands, feet, and bodies to align, adjust and even comfort our students. As a student, chances are you’ve been touched by a yoga teacher in class. Many students have told me that the main reason they go to yoga is to be touched, and still countless others have told me they’ve been injured, or even abused by their yoga teachers using touch. As awareness finally grows in the yoga community about consent to touch being a non-negotiable necessity ( hello & thank you #metoo + the netflix Bikram doco + writings about somatic dominance + Karen Rain going public to name just a few! ) some teachers have become ( understandably ) hesitant and confused about touching their students. I get it. And I think we should be concerned, I think we should educate ourselves around consent, I think we should reevaluate the need to adjust anyone with the intention of taking him / her / them deeper into a pose. Touch can heal. And touch can harm. Can we as a yoga community relearn how we use touch to make it helpful rather than harmful? Ashley Brodeur thinks so. Ashley offers us a way to touch that is informed & supportive. It’s not designed to fix, or correct anything. Instead of taking a student deeper into his / her / their pose, Feelosophy uses informed touch to take the student deeper into their connection with themselves.
FIND CORA For full show notes and links to resources mentioned in this episode head to www.corageroux.com/podcast/episode8 | |||
| 30 Dec 2019 | Can Chair Yoga Help Us All Practice Together? with Claire Cunneen Ep. 09 | 01:13:42 | |
Claire Cunneen has a vision of a yoga class where we can all practice together - regardless of age, ability or circumstance - and from what I’ve witnessed, she’s making that dream a reality. Claire is a yoga teacher, yoga therapist and LV Chair Yoga Teacher Trainer. She also has a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Sport Science and has been a group fitness instructor for over 20 years. Claire got serious about making her yoga classes inclusive and accessible to people of all ability levels, ages and fitness levels and traveled to New York to train with Lakshmi Voelker-Binder, founder of LV Chair Yoga.
FIND CLAIRE FIND CORA For full show notes & links to everything we discuss in this article head to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode9 | |||
| 07 Jan 2020 | LGBTQ Inclusivity For Yoga Teachers with Tristan Katz Ep. 10 | 01:21:47 | |
I found Tristan through her instagram page, Tristan Katz Creative, when she started putting out LGBTQ Inclusivity content for yoga teachers. Over the last several months Tristan has put out a series of posts that help educate yoga teachers around language, pronouns, what to do when you fuck up, and finding ongoing support. Alongside this work, Tristan is also a business consultant for yoga teachers and healing arts professionals, and a graphic + web designer. You’ll hear a little about Tristan’s story in the episode, but I highly recommend that you check out Tristans website and instagram. She’s on instagram at t m katz creative and her website is tristankatz.com The conversation that Tristan and I have is really an extension of the work she’s been putting out for LGBTQ inclusivity in the yoga world.
FIND TRISTAN FIND CORA For full show notes & links to everything we discuss in this article head to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode10 | |||
| 13 Jan 2020 | Making Bold Ass Moves with Dana Falsetti Ep. 11 | 01:07:50 | |
Today on the show I speak with Dana Falsetti. Dana is a yoga teacher, fat liberation activist & serial entrepreneur. Dana’s newest yoga related venture, “practice with dana” is an online, pay what you can, accessible yoga platform. In 2013 Dana started an instagram account under the username @noaltrees and brought the conversation of yoga and body image to over 300K followers. Throughout Dana’s career, they have made many bold ass moves to put their values before profit and fame. When it no longer felt healthy, or in alignment, Dana closed that instagram account with all those followers. When a company they were involved in wasn’t in alignment with their message, they spoke out. Dana has been faced with loss and lawsuits, and yet, has remained resilient, and true to what they believe in. As you hear me say in the interview, Dana has been someone who has been a constant source of inspiration for me. From day one, I have watched them show up with a level of honesty, vulnerability and integrity that is surprisingly rare, even in the yoga world. When I reached out to Dana, I honestly didn’t think I would ever hear back from them ( they’re kind of a big deal ) and I was super nervous to interview Dana - you can totally hear it in my voice in the first few questions. Although I’m almost a decade older than Dana, I look up to Dana - as a shining example of how I want to show up in the world.
FIND CORA Find links to the resources we mention in this show at www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode11 | |||
| 22 Jan 2020 | Waking Up To Whiteness with Michelle Cassandra Johnson Ep.12 | 01:19:14 | |
What role do white yoga teachers play in shifting the cultural landscape inside of yoga spaces to one of equity, and liberation for all?
We also cover:
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| 27 Jan 2020 | So You Want To Start A Yoga Union with Markella Los Ep.13 | 01:25:36 | |
In November 2019, Yoga Teachers at YogaWorks in New York city came together to create the world’s first ( that we know of ) Union For Yoga Teachers. From The Yoga Works Union: “We are Yoga and Mindful Fitness Educators. We’ve come together to have a voice in our industry, raise industry standards, and create a more equitable and sustainable profession for all. Our goal is for employees, students and businesses to thrive” I was lucky enough to interview Markella Los, one of the union organizers for today’s podcast. Markella is a yoga teacher, movement educator and one of the organisers of the worlds first union for yoga teachers teachers. I’ve been following Markella on instagram for a few years, because we share a similar philosophy about movement. We’ve had similar experiences with a long period of “yoga only” movement, and suffered pain and injuries as a result. After which learning from humans outside the yoga system, and upgrading our knowledge of how to keep the body healthy and resilient through movement. But then… last year, I noticed that Markella was part of a group of teachers at YogaWorks studios in new york who were organising a union. Markella was one of the first people I reached out to, to be on the new show - and due to the fact that the union was literally forming when I asked her to come on - we had to postpone recording until a few weeks ago.
FIND MARKELLA FIND CORA For full show notes & links to resources mentioned in this show head to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode13 | |||
| 03 Feb 2020 | A Month In Review: Yoga News January 2020 Ep. 14 | 00:14:34 | |
This week the podcast takes on a different form - solo episode of a monthly round up of what happened in Yoga during January. Aside from locking myself out of “my” ( I use quotes because I house sit full time ) apartment and missing an interview, a yoga news show has been bubbling around in my mind for a while. Members of The Teachers Club will receive a Yoga Weekly newsletter detailing the news of the week, so I thought I would venture out and try this new format on the podcast. NOTE: I have no formal education in journalism, writing or media law. My education is in yoga and psychology. If anything I have mentioned on the podcast is incorrect, or causes harm please email me at cora@corageroux.com and I will make every effort to correct my mistakes. I am open, and willing to learn.
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| 09 Feb 2020 | Reclaiming Ayurveda with Navi Gill Ep. 15 | 01:18:49 | |
Much like yoga, I have a deeply personal relationship to Ayurveda, however I’m very aware that like yoga, Ayurveda comes from a culture that is not my own. As I continue to explore my own lineage, and the healing practices that come from within it, I am also committed to sharing my gratitude for a system that has bestowed so much benefit upon my own life by bringing you interviews like this weeks show with Navdeep Gill. ABOUT NAVDEEP GILL Navdeep (Navi) Gill is an Ayurvedic practitioner, yoga teacher and holistic wellness educator specializing in lifestyle consulting, Marma Chikitsa therapy and foundational Panchakarma bodywork. She has been learning and practicing Ayurveda and yoga since 2012, her work focuses on reviving and connecting womxn to ancestral wisdom and ritual as a form of self care. Her practice Navi Gill Wellness is located in Surrey BC and she travels globally to educate and work with clients to help them understand the principles of Ayurveda, how it applies to their daily life and how to create a lifestyle that encompasses the authentic teachings of ancient Ayurveda in order to achieve mind, body, spirit health & harmony. A primary focus of her practice is to decolonize wellness by creating community and accessibility to ancestral wisdom specifically for womxn and people of colour. Navi and I discuss:
FIND NAVI FIND CORA For full show notes & links to resources mentioned in this show head to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode15 | |||
| 17 Feb 2020 | Closing The Wellness Gap with Nicole Cardoza Ep.16 | 01:05:11 | |
Nicole is one of those people that I definitely felt was way too cool to talk to me, especially since we scheduled the interview, Nicole is now the face of Nike's Spring 2020 Yoga campaign. Not to mention her plentiful accolades, multiple not-for-profit businesses and the fact that she is an all around changemaker in wellness - I felt truly lucky to have the opportunity to speak with her. I first learned of Nicoles work, sadly, due to the mess that Yoga Journal made after her cover shoot last June. Since that time, I’ve been watching Nicole spread her message of reclaiming wellness, closing the wellness gap and making wellness accessible to all. She’s taken what could have been a career defining controversy, and parleid it into a launch pad for equity and justice. #impressed ABOUT NICOLE Nicole is a serial entrepreneur passionate about the reclamation of wellness. As the founder and Executive Director of Yoga Foster, a national nonprofit that empowers educators with yoga and mindfulness resources for the classroom, she’s re-invested over $2.5M in resources from the wellness community to increase the health equity of schools across the country. After controversy with Yoga Journal over her cover feature for their August / September 2019 issue, Nicole’s work and mission went viral. From that experience, she launched Reclamation Ventures, a fund that invests in high-potential, underestimated entrepreneurs making wellness more accessible in their communities. In today's show, Nicole and I discuss:
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| 18 Mar 2020 | Ageing Well with Myra Lewin Ep. 17 | 01:04:40 | |
Myra and I spoke before the COVID-19 Pandemic became a serious social and public health emergency. However, it’s been several weeks since I last put out the podcast, and I know I’ve found respite in the podcasts I love in the last few days. Taking dog walking breaks and listening to shows that have nothing to do with the pandemic have been healing for me - so in case The Teaching Yoga Podcast can be that for you right now - here is an episode with an incredible woman and teacher, Myra Lewin. Myra is the founder and director of Hale Pule - a Yoga & Ayurveda training centre and space for healing. I’ve been following Myra’s work for quite some time through her podcast Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga. As I think you can tell in the interview Myra is someone that I really admire, because as far as I can tell, she runs an incredibly successful business, yet truly LIVES the principles of Ayurveda and yoga. Myra has been practicing and teaching Yoga and Ayurveda for over 30 years, is the author of two books - Freedom In Your Relationship To Food and Simple Ayurvedic Recipes. Hale Pule is also a teaching space, and each year Myra and her team lead numerous professional training in Yoga & Ayurvedic studies. I was most excited to speak with Myra about how yoga & ayurveda can help us age with grace. *Please note - in the actual audio podcast I mention that Hale Pule also has an organic farm. While that was true when their center was located in Hawaii, their new home in New Zealand will have an abundant garden instead.
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| 04 May 2020 | Running A Social Conscious Yoga Studio with Robin Lacambra of Good Body Feel Ep. 23 | 01:09:23 | |
Last week my guest Eliana Chinea spoke about some of the issues that arise in the typical yoga studio model - and inside of The Teachers Club we questioned weather the studio model, as we know it, will go extinct.
FIND ROBIN FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode23 | |||
| 25 Mar 2020 | Trauma Informed Yoga Is People Informed Yoga with Jo Buick Ep. 18 | 00:56:17 | |
I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to have Jo Buick as my guest at the our ever LIVE podcast recording. The show was tapped at AKA Yoga Studio on February 29th in Melbourne. The interview that you are about to listen to was recorded LIVE in front of an audience of yogis Melbourne - so the audio is a little bit different than what you’re used to.
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| 06 Apr 2020 | Teaching Yoga As An Introvert with Ely Bakouche Ep. 19 | 01:07:06 | |
Ely Bakouche is a fellow introvert, writer, editor and co-founder of Shut Up & Yoga. I reached out to Ely to talk alternative ways to be involved in yoga as a profession - without teaching a million classes per week - something that I think is especially relevant right now. We speak about running a digital yoga magazine - creating a team, responding to criticism by doing better, introversion, working remotely, and how the finances of it all work. Ely currently lives in Shanghai - and we recorded this interview in February before COVID-19 intensified in the rest of the world - however, during this interview Ely was in lockdown - something many of us are experiencing now - she’s written a great piece about self compassion and survigin covid-19 - I’ll link to that in the show notes. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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| 13 Apr 2020 | Teaching Yoga Online with Rane Bowen & Jo Stewart Ep. 20 | 01:14:45 | |
On today's show I speak with Rane Bowen & Jo Stewart of The Flow Artists Podcast. Jo & Rane also operate Garden Of Yoga, and I was really excited to speak with them because I think they have responded to the changes in our industry super quickly and intelligently while retaining their values. If you haven’t listened to the flow artists podcast before I highly recommend it - Rane & Jo have on really incredible guests, and cover many similar topics like inclusivity, accessibility and diversity. Jo has been teaching for the last 15 years - and has a strong focus on making her classes accessible, trauma informed and available to those in the community. Rane has been teaching yoga and meditation since 2015, and has a strong interest in where meditation and technology overlap. Before teaching yoga, Rane worked as a web developer - and together, Jo and Rane share some really powerful information about teaching yoga online. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND RANE & JO FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode20 | |||
| 20 Apr 2020 | Unpacking Cultural Appropriation In Yoga with Susanna Barkataki Ep. 21 | 01:10:54 | |
On today's show, I speak with Susanna Barkataki. Susanna is someone that I’ve been wanting to speak with for a long time - and I am so excited to share our conversation with you. Susanna is the founder of Ignite Yoga and Wellness Institute in which she currently runs multiple yoga teacher training programs. With an Honors degree in Philosophy from UC Berkeley and a Masters in Education from Cambridge College, Susanna is a diversity, accessibility, inclusivity, and equity (DAIE) yoga unity educator who created the ground-breaking Honor {Don’t Appropriate} Yoga Summit. She is honored to teach in the Sri Adi Shankaracharya lineage and is ordained into the mindfulness tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. In this conversation, Susanna offers a really deep and nuanced, yet practical approach to addressing how we may be participating in the second wave of colonising of the yoga practice - and what we can do instead. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS In this episode we discuss: A definition of:
FIND SUSANNA FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode21 | |||
| 27 Apr 2020 | Teaching Yoga Outside Of The Studio Model with Constanza Eliana Chinea Ep.22 | 01:16:48 | |
In today’s show I speak with Constanza Eliana Chinea - a Latinx Yoga teacher living in LA. Eliana began teaching and consulting after noticing a need for diversity and representation in the industry. She now teaches Yogis and entrepreneurs how to decolonize their practice, create equity for teachers of color, and build inclusive spaces in the community. The conversation that Eliana and I have centers on a topic that I think is super important right now - how yoga teachers can teach, outside of the typical studio model. As I mention in the interview, even before I was a yoga teacher, I was volunteering and working at studios. I’ve done everything from clean mats, mop floors, to managing a studio inside of a large chain, to teaching at a million different studios, and eventually to owning one. However, the majority of the time I was hovering right around the poverty line, getting burnt out, and feeling pressure to make my classes conform to the studio standards. Eliana left the traditional studio model several years ago, and in this episode, she shares how she shifted her mindset, and began teaching in a more fulfilling and sustainable way. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND ELIANA FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode22 | |||
| 11 May 2020 | Teaching Meditation with Manoj Dias Ep. 24 | 01:07:40 | |
In today’s episode, I speak with Manoj Dias, the founder of A-Space, Australia’s first drop in meditation studio. Manoj is also a global ambassador for lululemon, and was featured on the 20 Teachers Of Colour To Watch in 2020 list. I had the pleasure of meeting Manoj in person late last year when he came to Sydney to teach about anxiety and burn out, two things I’m incredibly familiar with. I was really excited to speak with Manoj about his experience as a meditation teacher because he is so open about the balancing act between being a normal human being, and also someone that people look to for guidance, especially during challenging times. Manoj drops some great wisdom about not throwing the baby out with the bathwater when it comes to navigating the difficult terrain of tradition, abuse and lineage. We also discuss: PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND MANOJ FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode24 | |||
| 18 May 2020 | Making Yoga Philosophy Accessible with Jivana Heyman Ep. 25 | 01:23:38 | |
I know I always say this, but I am so excited to bring you this week's episode. I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Jivana Heyman, author of Accessible Yoga; Poses & Practices For Every Body, Founder and Director of The Accessible Yoga Organization - an international not-for-profit dedicated to bringing the teachings of yoga to communities that are under-represented in traditional yoga spaces. Jivana also runs the Accessible Yoga Conference, and holds multiple accessible yoga teacher trainings around the world each year. A lot of Jivana’s work has focused around making asana accessible, but as he’s mentioned before, one of his deepest passions is actually making the essence of yoga, or yoga philosophy accessible. I was so excited to speak with Jivana about this. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode25 | |||
| 25 May 2020 | What is Yoga Alliance Doing To Support Its International Members? with Dr. Christa Kuberry and Catherine Marquette Ep.26 | 01:16:15 | |
Today on the show, I speak with Dr. Krista Kuberry and Catherine Marquette of Yoga Alliance. My intention with this interview is to ask the questions that you, Yoga Alliance’s international members, especially here in Australia, wanted me to ask. I reached out to my own community in the teachers club, and created polls and posts on my Instagram and social media. The responses that I got back reflected a feeling of frustration and confusion with Yoga Alliance in general, and specifically with their international support. However, in preparing for this interview, I became aware that YA is aware of their “reputation concerns” and desire for more support from the community - and are taking multiple steps to address both. In this interview, we get into questions, within the scope of international support, that hopefully help you make a more informed decision about your membership with YA (if you have one) - and how to reach out for more support if you need it. We didn’t have time to cover some other really important, and relevant topics like how Yoga Alliance is / will handle accounts of sexual assault with the community (hopefully that conversation can happen soon too) - or questions around larger problems within the yoga industry like exploitation of teachers. However, in this interview we do cover: PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND YOGA ALLIANCE FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode26 | |||
| 08 Jun 2020 | Understanding Vedic Astrology + 2020 Predictions with Mark Ashmore Ep. 27 | 01:33:29 | |
On today’s show, I speak with my good friend, yoga teacher and astrologer - Mark Ashmore. Some of you might remember Mark from episode 0, where he interviewed me, and helped to introduce the show way back in November of last year. Mark and I have known each other for years, and have even led yoga & astrology workshops together. I was really excited to speak with Mark today about one of his passions - vedic astrology. Jyotish, or vedic astrology traces its origins back to the rig veda and therefore, as Mark points out, speaks the same language as yoga and ayurveda. And while I know a lot of yoga teachers, myself included, are interested in Astrology, we are probably more familiar with western astrology. So, I’m pumped to have Mark on the show to speak about a system that aligns so closely with what we already practice and teach. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND MARK FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode27 | |||
| 15 Jun 2020 | “What Did You Fail At Today?” with Ty Powers Ep. 28 | 01:10:11 | |
In today’s show, I speak with Ty Powers. Ty co-founded the Insight Yoga Institute and has been leading Buddhist mindfulness meditation retreats throughout the world for 20+ years. He completed the Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leader training program in 2003 and has led daylong retreats on issues concerning cultural diversity. He is also a Certified Integral Coach and mentor to many people internationally. Ty has also completed Level III of the Internal Family Systems therapy program created by Dr. Richard Schwartz. Having graduated from Phillip Moffitt’s Change and Transitions Program, Ty is now leading weekend workshops and offering sessions based on these themes. I was lucky enough to study briefly in person with Ty several years ago at a silent retreat, he led with his wife Sarah Powers. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND TY FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode28 | |||
| 22 Jun 2020 | Do You Need A Lawyer? Leaning Into The Legal Side Of Running A Wellness Business with Nid Ra Ep. 29 | 01:11:26 | |
I’m going to go out on a limb here and assume that as a yoga teacher you probably started teaching because practicing yoga changed your life in some way. Maybe it helped you heal chronic pain or illness, or showed you a more skillful way of working with your mind. And because of those benefits, perhaps you felt compelled to learn more about yoga, or wanted to share it with others. At some point, you enrolled in a teacher training, and then began to teach. For most of us, we don’t start teaching as a means to start a business - however, as soon as you begin accepting money for teaching yoga - that’s exactly what you’ve got. In rare instances, you might be classified as an employee as a yoga teacher, but the vast majority of us (at least right now) are sole traders and independent contractors. And as a business owner, there are certain legal considerations that you need to have in place to make sure you are clear and in integrity with your students, collaborators and fellow teachers. Like, did you know that the simple act of having a website means that you should have privacy policies, disclaimers, a cookies policy and a terms of use section??? If that’s old news to you - don’t judge. And if you’re like me, and are just learning this now - this episode is for you. In today's show, I speak with Nid Ra. Nid began her working life as a dance teacher, then later became a barrister, and solicitor. She worked in house for leading media and music companies as a technology music licensing specialist. In 2012, Nid suffered a head injury and as part of her recovery, she established her first wellness business. After migrating to Australia in 2016, Nid created Spirit Law, which supports more yoga teachers, healers, mindfulness companies to grow their online business and protect their rights. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND NID FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode29 | |||
| 29 Jun 2020 | On Yoga Teachers And Pay with Norman Blair Ep. 30 | 01:08:15 | |
Today on the show, I speak with Norman Blair - Norman is an author, yoga teacher and advocate for teachers’ rights, living and teaching in the UK. While Norman has been practising yoga since the early 1990s (and teaching from 2001), I first became familiar with Norman's work when he published two viral articles in early 2019 called Let’s Talk About Yoga Teachers And Pay. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND NORMAN FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode30 | |||
| 06 Jul 2020 | Keeping The Yoga In Business with Arundhati Baitmangalkar Ep. 31 | 01:02:04 | |
On today’s show, I speak with my guest Arundhati Baitmangalkar about the business of yoga. And while I’m sure, you (like me), didn’t start out to become a business owner when you did your fist ytt, you’ve now realised that a business is exactly what you have. Right now, many teachers are realising for the first time that they are truly sole traders, and that our security and stability relies on us, as individuals creating a business around our teaching. Which is why I’m pumped to bring you this conversation with Arundhati. Arundhati has been teaching for over 14 years and is the founder and lead teacher at Aham Yoga. She’s labeled as one of the top 20 POC yoga teachers to watch out for by Yogawalla. Her yoga school – online and at our Redmond location has been recognized over the years as a hub for all things yoga. Her mission is to make yoga accessible, and practical for our modern-day lifestyles. She does this by teaching others how to become yoga teachers, introducing newbies to yoga, leading yoga classes, workshops, and retreats. Since Aham Yoga has a global audience, she’s also on YouTube and blogs to educate more people about yoga. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND ARUNDHATI FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode31 | |||
| 13 Jul 2020 | Beyond Performative Allyship with Rebeckah Price Ep. 32 | 01:22:16 | |
After the death of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020, there has been an awakening in the world, and the wellness community to the inequities that have oppressed Black, Indigenous and People Of Colour over the last several centuries. If you’re in the process of waking up and have been reposting, sharing and using your voice on social media to stand up for the lives, rights, and wellness of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour - but know there is more work to do, then this episode is for you. Listen in as Rebeckah Price teaches us how to reflect on our own behaviour and create a a path to doing more good, and less harm as an ally. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode32 | |||
| 20 Jul 2020 | Post Lineage Yoga Part 1 with Theo Wildcroft Ep. 33 | 01:25:11 | |
When I first came across the term post lineage yoga it immediately struck a chord with me. As I began to read more of Theo Wildcroft's blogs on the topic, for the first time, I started to have language around some of the things I had been pondering for the last several years in my yoga journey. Theo Wildcroft, PhD is a yoga teacher, writer and scholar working for a more sustainable relationship between our many selves, the communities that hold us, and the world that nourishes us. Her research considers the democratization of yoga post-lineage, and the many different ways yoga communities are responding to concerns about safety in practice. She’s a lover of vulnerable people, of wild things and wild places, and of the simple miracle of life itself. Countless people have downloaded her yoga nidras, which are profound but gentle, take you on unexpected journeys, and are always spontaneously created. I learned so much from my conversation with Theo, we’re definitely going to do another episode as there is so much more we could discuss. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND THEO FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode33 | |||
| 27 Jul 2020 | Mental Health Aware Yoga with Dr. Lauren Tober | 01:09:33 | |
On Today’s show I speak with Dr. Lauren Tober. I’ve been following Lauren’s work for a while now, and while it always resonated with me, I wanted to have Lauren on the show to speak specifically about how we, as yoga teachers, can make our classes safer spaces for students with mental health concerns - which, as Lauren points out in the interview, is the vast majority of the people who show up for, and continue attending our classes. Dr Lauren Tober is a Clinical Psychologist and Yoga Teacher with a passion for health, healing, happiness and awakening. She is the founder of the Centre for Mind Body Wellness in Mullumbimby (Australia), teaches Mental Health Aware Yoga trainings and runs several highly acclaimed online courses. Lauren believes that happiness is our true nature, and that yoga, gratitude, authenticity, compassion, creativity and community help us to cultivate happiness in our lives on an everyday basis. I hope you enjoy the show! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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| 03 Aug 2020 | The Future Of Teaching Yoga with Jesal Parikh | 01:08:12 | |
Today on the show we have our first ever return guest - JESAL PARIKH. You might remember Jesal from episode 1, where she and her co-host Tejal Patel on the underbelly of the yoga industry. But in case you haven’t listened in to that episode, Jesal (she/her/hers) is a yoga teacher, movement educator, podcaster, author, and disrupter working on creative solutions for equity in yoga. She is one of the co-hosts of the Yoga is Dead podcast and is the Co-Director of Yoga Teachers of Color. Jesal's mission is to uplift those of us who are feeling isolated and marginalized by the yoga industry. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
During the interview, you will probably be able to tell that Jesal and I are pretty comfortable with each other, so there are a few expletives thrown around in this episode. So if you have kids around, or other folks who that’s not appropriate for, make sure to listen in headphones. FIND JESAL FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode35 | |||
| 10 Aug 2020 | Body Image, Yoga & The Media with Melanie C. Klein | 01:04:43 | |
Did you know that culture, society and politics determine what is considered beautiful at any given time or place? And that the idea of our “body project” (i.e. all the time, effort, money and mental energy we put into working on our bodies) is a relatively new, culturally constructed idea? Listen in as Melanie C. Klein, M.A., a sought-after empowerment coach, respected thought leader and influencer in the areas of body confidence, authentic empowerment, and visibility shares with Cora how the media influences our body image, and what role social media has played in the changing landscape of yoga over the last decade. MORE ABOUT MELANIE Attributing yoga and feminism as her two primary influences, Melanie has been in the business of empowering women since 1994. With over 20 years experience and notable credits including advising the Santa Monica College Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance, working closely with Global Girl Media and running the LA chapter of Women, Action and the Media; she has dedicated her passion, knowledge and coaching skillset to the empowerment of innumerable women through increasing confidence, self-esteem and worth. Based on over two decades of professional and personal work, Melanie integrates her backgrounds in mindfulness and embodied wisdom with her academic expertise and advocacy work. In this way, she offers a holistic and unique pathway to personal freedom and prosperity, one that is customized designed to each individual. She is author of numerous books, including being the co-editor of Yoga and Body Image: 25 Personal Stories About Beauty, Bravery + Loving Your Body (Llewellyn, 2014) with Anna Guest-Jelley, and co-founder of the Yoga & Body Image Coalition PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND MELANIE FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode36 | |||
| 17 Aug 2020 | Becoming A Yoga Teacher Entrepreneur with Mark Breadner | 01:09:45 | |
What does it really take to run a successful yoga business? Mark Breadner has been teaching yoga for over 20 years, and in the last 5+ years he’s gotten as serious about business as he has been about yoga. The pay off for him has been more reaching more students, having more impact, and ultimately creating a better income and lifestyle for himself. In this episode Mark shares an incredible wealth of information about what it really takes to run a successful yoga business. Hint - it boils down to hard work, having the right mindset, and learning from great business coaches and mentors who’ve done exactly what you want to do. And if you’re just starting out in the process of moving from yoga employee (i.e. sole trader, contractor, working for studios / gyms) to thinking of your teaching like a business - I do want to drop a content warning in here. Mark uses some high level business & marketing language in this episode, that 5 years ago would have gone waaaaayyy over my head. So if you listen, and you’re like but “wtf” is a sales funnel, or you're scratching your head at things like, cost per lead … don’t worry, you’re not alone. Please feel free to drop me a line any time, and I’d be happy to share / help in any way I can! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND MARK BREADNER FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode37 | |||
| 24 Aug 2020 | Trauma Informed Mindfulness In Jail with Snjezana Pruginic | 01:17:32 | |
In today’s show, Snjezana Pruginic shares her journey from working 1:1 with clients as a Shiatsu therapist to bringing mindfulness and body based healing work into the criminal justice system. As well as the impact that mindfulness, emotional resilience and body based practices can have on individuals who are inside the justice system. Snjezana Pruginic is a Wellness Professional (Trauma-informed Shiatsu Therapist, Meditation Instructor) Community Justice Worker + Youth Worker, and Writer with over 20 years experience intersecting well-being, health, healing and community practise through trauma aware, anti-oppressive and social justice frameworks. Her work is rooted in co-creation of individual and collective spaces for healing which are restorative and holistic in nature. Currently, Snjezana’s focus is on looking at how we can create a more healing centered approach to our Criminal Justice System by advocating for and integrating trauma aware approaches which are body-mind based, anti-oppressive and restorative justice rooted In addition to teaching and facilitating, Snjezana’s passion also sits with various opportunities in holding space for individuals to do their inner work around personal narratives and trauma so they can propel change they are looking for in their life. She is currently developing a self-study emotional resiliency program anchored in the belief that we can tap into the ease of our resilience when we hone our skill to respond instead of react to life. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND SNJEZANA PRIGINIC FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode38 | |||
| 31 Aug 2020 | Yoga For Bendy People with Libby Hinsley | 01:07:11 | |
Did you know that issues with your digestive system, anxiety, and poor interpersonal boundaries can all be linked to hypermobility? If you’re thinking wtf, Cora? Then you’re not alone. On today’s show I speak with Libby Hinsley, a yoga teacher & physical therapist who specializes in treating hypermobile yoga teachers, and folks with yoga injuries. This conversation was super enlightening for me, as someone who has suffered with all of those things in the past, and I’m hoping will be a lightbulb moment for you if you’ve experienced something similar or if not, help to educate you on how to work with hypermobile students in your classes. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND LIBBY HINSLEY FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode39 | |||
| 07 Sep 2020 | Backing Yourself On Social Media with Lizette Pompa | 00:57:23 | |
On today's show I speak with Lizette Pompa, yoga studio owner & serial entrepreneur. Lizette has grown her Instagram following to almost 80k followers by showing up consistently, adding value and building relationships. This has allowed Lizette to grow an online subscription business using the playbook app, where she empowers women to build strength through regular classes and courses. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND LIZETTE POMPA FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode40 | |||
| 14 Sep 2020 | Social Media Boundaries with Katie Rose | 01:11:31 | |
On today's show, I speak with Katie Rose. Katie and I both live and work in Sydney, and have crossed paths professionally over the years. So we decided to keep this conversation a bit more casual, so you might find this show is a bit more conversational and less structured. However, we cover some really important topics around having a healthy relationship with social media and content creation. Like we all know we need social media, but for myself, and so many other people I’ve spoken to, there is often a love-hate relationship with social media. Katie is an inspirational powerhouse, making ancient yogic and ayurvedic wisdom accessible for busy modern-day women. Her solid grounding in mindfulness and spirituality, along with her authentic ‘say it as it is’ approach and impressive business savvy has earnt her an enthusiastic following amongst yogis in Sydney and Australia. As a published author, advanced level Jivamukti Yoga and Kundalini Yoga teacher, ayurveda consultant and doula, women’s health and wellbeing are Katie’s specialty. She holds the highest possible accreditations with both Yoga Alliance and Yoga Australia and over 20 years, has trained hundreds of yoga teachers. Katie has recently been developing her skills in coaching and applies this to her wellness work. Katie is the mother of four boys and lives in Sydney’s super-hip Inner West. Ranging in age from 4 to 13, they are a loving and sometimes slightly crazy bunch. Katie is attempting to practice what she teaches; creating a life that is happy and sustainable.
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| 21 Sep 2020 | Acknowledging Country with Eve White | 00:50:39 | |
As my guest today Eve White, points out in this episode, if we live in Australia, or North America we are living on stolen land. Knowing that, acknowledging country in the beginning of our classes is one small way that we as yoga teachers can pay our respects to the traditional custodians of the lands we reside on. In today’s episode, Eve shares why acknowledgement of country is important, who can offer one and how to do it. We also dive into: PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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| 28 Sep 2020 | Living Yoga with Madhura Bhagwat | 01:06:44 | |
On today’s show Madhura Bhagwat brings a new perspective to many important topics in the yoga community. Having grown up in India, her thoughts and ideas are different than that of many Western teachers, and even different than many South Asian teachers who were born in Western countries. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to speak with people from varying backgrounds, with different ideas and ways of understanding the world and I hope this conversation with Madhura will make you stop and think, and carefully evaluate what you believe to be true. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode43 | |||
| 05 Oct 2020 | Self Compassionate Leadership with Tejal Patel | 01:17:28 | |
Being a “leader” is weird. It gives you the creative freedom to build something from nothing, bring people together and be a force for innovation. It also forces you into the spotlight, requires massive personal growth and self reflection, at least if you do it consciously that is. On today’s show, my guest Tejal Patel speaks about her journey from starting a wildly successful podcast (Yoga Is Dead) to running an online yoga studio, and navigating partnerships with collaborators and industry leaders. Tejal’s approach is humble without being self-sacrificing, honest yet kind, and will hopefully be super inspiring to all you emerging yoga leaders out there listening. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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| 12 Oct 2020 | People Who Pay, Pay Attention with Dr. Shante Cofield aka The Movement Maestro | 01:05:14 | |
Dr. Shante Cofield, aka The Movement Maestro is a physical therapist (PT) turned online business coach for movement professionals (i.e. like yoga teachers) and in today’s episode we have a BIG conversation about money, and business, with a side of social media thrown in for fun. It’s jam packed with ideas about how to overcome your “money issues” (hey, we all have ‘em), how to get strategic about starting a business, pricing, and how to stay accessible without using sliding scales! It’s a must-listen if you run your own business as a yoga teacher, or have a goal of working towards that! *Ok, little disclaimer here. Shante and I share a lot of the same views on business and marketing and in this episode, you’ll hear both of us confirm each other A LOT. Which, I’ll admit, was super fun. However, I know there isn’t one right way to do anything, so if you all have suggestions for other folks who are out there doing business differently, let me know! I’d love to interview them too! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND THE MOVEMENT MAESTRO / DR. SHANTE COFIELD FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode45 | |||
| 19 Oct 2020 | Becoming A Great Private Yoga Teacher with Francesca Cervero | 01:17:47 | |
Teaching private clients as a yoga teacher is not only a much better financial decision as a yoga teacher, but it also allows you to create deep, fulfilling relationships with your students in a way that teaching group classes can’t. However most of us get a few hours (if that) of instruction on how to teach a great private yoga lesson in our 200 HR YTT. So if you’re anything like me, and struggled with enjoying, growing and maintaining a private yoga practice, then this episode is for you! Francesca Cervero literally wrote the book (ok, teacher training) on how to build and grow a thriving private practice as a yoga teacher. Her insights in this episode will teach you how to keep your private clients coming back, the key differences between teaching a great group yoga class, and an excellent private session, what you need to know in your first private client intake session and so much more! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
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| 26 Oct 2020 | Working Rights For Yoga Teachers with Kallie Schut | 01:13:14 | |
For many years, it’s clear that something has been off with how we work as yoga teachers. In the 10 years that I was a full time yoga teacher, I had countless conversations with fellow teachers who were being bullied by their employer, had their classes cut unfairly, or have simply not been paid for the classes they taught. However, late last year, the world's first union for yoga teachers was created in New York for the teachers who were employees of the YogaWorks studios there. Many yoga teachers, though, are not employees. Then, last week (early October 2020) something groundbreaking happened. A small group of committed yoga teachers in the UK (Normal Blair, Laura Hancock, Julie Pons and today’s guest, Kallie Schut) created the world’s second union for yoga teachers, and the first for those of us who are independent contractors! Kallie Schut shares a great deal about the formation of the union (which you can read more about below) However, Kallie also does a great deal of work around decolonising yoga & antiracism training that we didn’t get into in this episode. We’ll be sure to have Kallie back to discuss those topics in the future.
FIND KALLIE SCHUT FIND THE UNION FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode47 | |||
| 02 Nov 2020 | Putting Your Practice To Work with Anusha Wijeyakumar | 00:56:12 | |
Over the last few months of recording this podcast, I have received so many questions from you (my incredible listeners) about teaching yoga in a workplace setting, or bringing wellness into your corporate community. And since this is something that I know almost nothing about, I wanted to bring you an interview with someone who had found success in this arena. And when a friend shared the work of Anusha Wijeyakumar with me, I knew I had found the perfect person to do just that. In this interview Anusha and I speak largely about applying the principles of yoga philosophy to running your own business, self confidence and “putting your practice to work” in your career life. However, Anusha filled me in that if you’re looking for a more step-by-step, “how did you do it” guide, she shares that information in her upcoming book, Meditation With Intention. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND ANUSHA WIJEYAKUMAR FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode48 | |||
| 09 Nov 2020 | Trauma, Boundaries & The Fawn Response with Jane Clapp | 01:13:13 | |
Wow. Ok. This episode was BIG for me personally. And from what I know of working with yoga teachers for many years, I have a feeling that there will be a lot of you out there who resonate with the topics I discuss with Jane Clapp. Jane started her working life in the wellness industry as a personal trainer, but her career has spanned several decades & multiple modalities, including yoga. Today, Janes work centers around soma and the psyche, and the intersections between psychology, trauma, the nervous system and the body. In this episode, Jane and I go deep into the fawn response, sometimes called the tend-and-befriend response, and how that pattern can play out in our relationships and life. I share my struggles with setting boundaries, cultivating a healthy fight response, and overall being a people-pleaser in recovery. I have a feeling this episode might be a game changer for some of you - just like it was for me. I hope you enjoy the show! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND JANE CLAPP FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode49 | |||
| 16 Nov 2020 | Understanding Sanskrit with Sunita Baste/Patil | 01:10:35 | |
If you’re anything like me, and trained in yoga with western teachers (mine were incredible btw) you might not have learned much about Sanskrit in your yoga teacher training. And while I feel moderately confident in my knowledge of Sanskrit asana names, I lacked a deeper understanding of the genuine power of the “mother language of Sanskrit”, at least, that is until my friend Tara D’Cruz Noble introduced me to the work on Sunita Patil. Sunita has over 30 years of experience in the personal practice of yoga, and recorded 15000 hours of teaching experience. She has taught thousands of students worldwide (Australia, USA and India) She is renowned for her depth of understanding in the ancient language of yoga, Sanskrit, and has taught Sanskrit to yoga teachers and teachers in trainings all over the Sydney. After chatting with Sunita I feel inspired to expand my knowledge (& pronunciation) of Sanskrit, and can’t wait to start incorporating the so-hum mantra Sunita shared in this episode into my meditation practice. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND SUNITA BASTE / PATIL FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode50 | |||
| 23 Nov 2020 | BONUS: Where To Start When Starting A Yoga Business | 00:09:29 | |
When I launched my first website and online course in 2013, I spent over $6000 AUD and made $400 in sales (ouch). 3 businesses (& MANY learnings) later, one of the most important things I've implemented is a fundamental mindset shift that has set me up for a successful AND sustainable business. In this episode, I share how I changed my perspective and how you can do the same. It's the advice I wish I had gotten way 7 years ago, and is perfect if you're just starting out in business OR, you've been in business a while but aren't getting the results and traction that you need to keep it going. ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 25 Nov 2020 | BONUS: Cora on The Yoga Industry, Teachers, Studios & The Future as a guest on The Flow Artists Podcast | 01:10:14 | |
In this episode, I’m interviewed by Jo Stewart & Rane Bowen of The Flow Artists Podcast. I speak about my background growing up in Canada, how yoga helped with my mental health and my first YTT in Las Vegas. We then get into juicy issues facing all of us in the yoga industry, like the systemic issues in the yoga industry devalue teachers that the average yoga teaching pay rate per class hasn’t changed in 15 years. I then share my thoughts on how teachers can promote themselves in a way that isn’t disrespectful to other studios they may be teaching at and my personal strategy for marketing myself as a teacher. You can find the original podcast; or check out Rane & Jo’s show at https://podcast.flowartists.com/episodes/cora-geroux/ ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 30 Nov 2020 | BONUS: My best advice for NEW yoga teachers in post / pandemic times | 00:11:54 | |
Have you just finished or are currently enrolled in your first YTT? Wondering how to get work as a yoga teacher NOW? In this episode I share the single biggest mindset shift I think we, as yoga teachers, need to make in order to thrive in post / pandemic times. ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 07 Dec 2020 | BONUS: 3 Steps To Finding Your Niche As A Yoga Teacher | 00:16:27 | |
“How do I decide on my niche!?!” This is one of the most common questions that lands in my inbox - and I honestly don't think it's as hard as we make it out to be. In this episode I share: - a definition of what a niche actually is - the benefits to getting super clear on your niche - and 3 steps to actually figure out a niche that is sustainable for YOU and super valuable to your students. - And why choosing a niche isn't a life sentence (for all you non-committal types!) ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 09 Dec 2020 | BONUS: Cora on Living In Alignment With Your Values as a guest on The True To You Podcast with Ruby Marsh | 01:11:51 | |
About The Episode: What happens when you love your industry but you don't love the job you're doing within it? You can leave and try something new, add another qualification to the mix or you can pivot. Cora's story highlights how it's possible to stay within an industry but pivot into new roles to keep life interesting, challenging and most importantly true to you. We talk about a wide range of topics including aligning with your values, how to find your values, perfectionism, following your heart, to finding your voice as a teacher or leader within your profession. This is a conversation for anyone who is looking to make a shift in their career either into wellness or within their current industry but not sure where to begin. You can find the original podcast; or check out Ruby’s podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ep-32-how-to-pivot-within-industry-you-love-cora-geroux/id1466367025?i=1000464835534 ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 16 Dec 2020 | BONUS: How To Build Your Audience When You're Just Starting Out | 00:15:36 | |
In this episode I share the number #1 thing that will help you build your audience online. It's not rocket science, however, I often see a lot of teachers missing this CRUCIAL step and then asking themselves "Why isn't my audience growing or engaging with me?" And the cool thing is - you can implement what I share in this video BEFORE you have a clear business idea and it will give you a leg up no matter what you decide to do in the future. It's a total win-win situation! ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 21 Dec 2020 | BONUS: The Best Business Advice I’ve Ever Received | 00:10:34 | |
Once upon a time I used to teach private yoga classes. One of my clients was a multi-millionaire. In this episode I share the advice she gave me about running a business that has changed everything about the way I work. Sign up for Cora’s free Instagram training → Your First 1000 Followers Want to work with Cora 1:1? Book a free 15 minute discovery session with Cora → Book Now | |||
| 28 Dec 2020 | BONUS: How To Get BIG Things Accomplished In Your Business Each Week | 00:18:38 | |
Ever struggle to stay focused or on task? 😳 (I mean who DOESN’T??)
I feel you. I’ve been self employed running my own business for over a decade, and for many years I was just floating around trying to keep my head above water. Luckily, I’ve figured out a few strategies that have helped me get grounded, become uber productive and actually just GET SHIT DONE! In this episode I share my top 4 tips to stay focused and accomplish what you set out to do. This video has loads of resources, so take notes my friends!! ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 30 Dec 2020 | BONUS: Cora Gets Personal on Substance Abuse & Emotional Resilience as a guest on The Love Over Fear Podcast with Mitchell Woods | 01:24:01 | |
About The Episode: On the show, Cora teaches us about gratefulness and how to find parts within our lives to be grateful for even when it may not look too glamorous and how to build off that positive energy to support the people around us. Having been through a journey of addiction Cora shares with us how to shift away from the constraints of addiction and outlines the program she has created to support herself to grow and create the most solidifying and expansive time in her life. You can find the original podcast; or check out Mitch’s podcast at https://www.mitchellwoods.com.au/episodes/2020/7/28/ep-4 ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 04 Jan 2021 | BONUS: Your Menstrual Cycle + Your Business | 00:14:45 | |
aka; how to stop beating yourself up for never being consistent! If you are someone who bleeds + someone who has a business, this video is for you! In this episode I share:
Planning my business around the different phases of my menstrual cycle has been GAME CHANGING!! ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 11 Jan 2021 | BONUS: My #1 Marketing Secret | 00:13:52 | |
I know for many of us yoga teachers, marketing can feel like a 4 letter word. It might feel sleezy, or pushy, or just plain uncomfortable. However, what if I told you that marketing could feel like connecting, sharing, adding value and being of service? Well, that’s how I do it anyway. In this episode I share my #1 secret to making marketing effective & fun, without the side order of sleeze. ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 18 Jan 2021 | BONUS: I Lost Everything Last Year, Here’s How I Survived | 00:10:49 | |
I Lost Everything in 2019 - Here’s How I Survived If you’re staring down the barrel of unemployment, house-less-ness & isolation. I’ve been where you are now, and I survived. Or, have been teetering on the edge of these things for a while, I see you. In this episode I share the 5 things I learned 6 months after losing it all in the hopes that it might give some of you who are struggling right now, a bit of solace. There are no practical “how-to’s” in this episode, just a real life look into losing it all and bouncing back. ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 14 Dec 2020 | BONUS: Vedic Astrological Outlook For 2021 | 01:11:51 | |
On today’s very special bonus episode we welcome our resident astrologer, Mark Ashmore back to the Teaching Yoga Podcast. Cora asks Mark questions from a very Western perspective, and Mark graciously translates, and shares his Vedic perspective. If you follow astrology, you’ll know that 2020 was an extraordinary year in the skies (as we also experienced here on earth) and while 2021 won’t be without it’s challenges, I think you’ll breathe a small sigh of relief after listening to Mark’s interpretation of our year ahead. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND MARK ASHMORE
FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episodeastrology2021 | |||
| 25 Jan 2021 | BONUS: Top 3 Mistakes I see Yoga Teachers Making On Instagram | 00:10:33 | |
These common mistakes are actually really easy to avoid, but you might be making them without even knowing! In this episode, I call out each of the three mistakes and I give you remedies for each one so that you can build a genuine, connected community through Instagram. Mistake #2 is really tricky for me!! Which one do you struggle with most? ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 27 Jan 2021 | BONUS: Cora On All Things Instagram on the Let’s Talk Yoga Podcast with Arundhati Baitmangalkar | 01:00:42 | |
In today’s episode, I speak with Cora Geroux of The Teaching Yoga Podcast. Cora has been a yoga teacher since 2009. We became instant friends when we were introduced by Jesal from the Yoga is Dead Podcast. We share many interests and she has been supporting me for months now since I told her about my podcast. She is amazing with social media and the business side of teaching yoga. In this episode, Cora talks about how yoga teachers can use social media, specifically Instagram as leverage. It is a powerful tool when used well. If you’re a yoga teacher struggling with the use of social media for your business, I invite you to listen to this episode. Let’s make your investment in social media worth it! Cora tells the tale of her journey from being a Psychology student from the university to teaching yoga. How she managed a yoga studio for a large yoga-chain company, & transitioned to becoming a full-time yoga teacher for the same company. After a couple of years, she moved to Sydney to teach in smaller independent studios. Teaching in small studios led her to learning about the business side of yoga. It was around 2014 or 2015 when she started running yoga teacher training. She started handling social media, website development, marketing, and graphic design. This was when she found out that she loved doing all this stuff. She left the studios by the end of 2019 to focus more on the digital and online aspects. She launched her online business and started a mentoring membership for yoga teachers called The Teachers Club in March 2020 a few months after launching her podcast. Talk about perfect timing during the pandemic! Episode highlights:
You can find the original podcast; or check out Arundhati’s show https://letstalk.yoga/episode/instagram-is-the-new-linkedin-for-yoga-teachers-with-cora-geroux/ ***Stay connected with Cora & hear how few of our favorite Season 1 Guests answered this question: “If you could give 1 piece of advice to all the new yoga teachers out there, what would it be?” → www.corageroux.com/podcastlove | |||
| 01 Feb 2021 | Universal Principles Of Human Movement with Caitlin Casella | 01:15:31 | |
If you’re curious about integrating knowledge from other movement modalities into your practice & teaching, this episode will help you understand the fundamentals of human movement that can be applied across disciplines. Today’s guest, Caitlin Casella’s work is inspired by yoga, functional strength and mobility, developmental movement, somatics, self-massage, meditation, and conscious relaxation. Her vision for movement practice expands beyond the self to support ease in participation with our families, communities, and the world. She operates from an antifragile stance, one that views the human body as robust, adaptable, and resilient. As Caitlin pursues her Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy, her aim is to make movement physically accessible to the general population and more widely available to folks across socioeconomic backgrounds. She strives to educate about the science of the human body while making space for the unknown. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND CAITLIN CASELLA FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode51 | |||
| 08 Feb 2021 | Sales 101 with Nikki Naab-Levy | 01:09:44 | |
If you've ever felt like you're giving more than you're receiving, in your business, chances are generating more sales could help you rebalance. Even though it’s not what we typically think about as yoga teachers when it comes to business, the very real fact is that in order to have a sustainable business we have to embrace selling. In this episode I speak to Nikki Naab-Levy (of @psbuymyshit ) on how we as yoga teachers can learn to embrace sales as a way to serve more people. Nikki also shares her experience with backing off social media, and focusing exclusively on building her email list. So if you’ve ever felt frustrated with social media, or at a blank when it comes to understanding how to make more sales, then this episode is for you! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND NIKKI NAAB-LEVY FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode52 | |||
| 15 Feb 2021 | Digital Entrepreneurship with Raudhah Rahman | 01:12:37 | |
At the beginning of 2020, many yoga teachers, including today’s guest, Raudhah Rahman were thrust into the shoes of an online entrepreneur. But we’re a resilient bunch, and out of that shift we’ve seen innovation, growth and a whole new landscape for yoga teachers. Raudha Rahman co-creates with yoga teachers in the world of design, tech and web development to create sustainable online businesses. In today’s episode Cora & Raudhah riff on all things digital including where to start when DIY’ing your first website, creating inclusive online spaces & what it means to be an online entrepreneur. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND RAUDHAH RAHMAN FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode53 | |||
| 22 Feb 2021 | Critical Thinking In Yoga with Bernie Clark | 01:20:06 | |
I had the good fortune to start my yoga journey in earnest, only a few kilometers from the home studio of yin yoga pioneer, Bernie Clark. This meant that very early on, only a year or so after I started teaching, I completed a 50 HR Yin Yoga training with Bernie. Alongside the depth of wisdom Bernie brings to his teaching of yin yoga & human variation, I learned the value of applying critical thinking & the scientific method to my endeavors in yoga. In today’s episode, Bernie helps me explore these concepts more deeply. At a time when we’re digesting more information than ever, critical thinking becomes even more important. It’s my hope that in this conversation, you feel inspired to question everything and keep an open mind, while not being afraid to change your opinions when presented with new evidence. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND BERNIE CLARK FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode54 | |||
| 01 Mar 2021 | Confidence, Courage & Burnout with Leanne Raab | 01:23:26 | |
In today’s episode, I speak with Leanne Raab, who has been teaching yoga for almost 20 years. Now, Leanne mentors yoga teachers to embrace their imperfections, lean into courage and as I so politely say, “work on their shit” to become inspiring, impactful teachers. I am so delighted to bring you this conversation with Leanne as she addresses so many of the topics I hear from you (the listener) about on a regular basis - self-doubt, insecurity, and the most pervasive one, “but am I really good enough to teach yoga”. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND LEANNE RAAB FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode55 | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Understanding Gen Z with Alex Mazerolle | 01:14:31 | |
As I inch past the ½ way marker of my 3rd decade on this planet, the more my interest in “what the kids are up to” grows. For me, paying attention to what our youth are experiencing, drawn to and creating is like a sneak peak into the future. If you’re not convinced, just google fortnight + metaverse and get back to me. However, I don’t have access to Gen Z on the daily, so I reached out to my friend Alex Mazerolle to learn more. Alex is the founder of a program for teen girls called Girlvana, which has been running for the last 12 years. She’s also just finished a book on the subject, which will be released by Penguin Random House in mid-2021. In this interview Alex entertains all my questions about how yoga can support the teens in our life, and what unique gifts & challenges the next generation is facing. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND ALEX MAZEROLLE FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode58 | |||
| 08 Mar 2021 | Yoga, Teaching & Technology with Hiiro Prince | 01:16:20 | |
Hiiro and I first met in Vancouver, where we both taught at the same studio. Since then, he has been teaching consistently for many years and has a unique & personal background with technology, growing up as a digital native. Hiiro first began practicing yoga on the Wii, and shares his insights at the intersection of yoga (both practice & teaching) and technology. ABOUT HIIRO PRINCE Hiiro is an experienced and interdisciplinary yoga/pilates teacher and former spin teacher in Vancouver BC. He holds 1200hrs of combined movement and healing arts with 8 years of studio teaching, teacher training assisting and mentoring to date. He currently teaches part time with the city of Burnaby, co-hosts his new podcast Getting Jewcy with Rachel and Hiiro, works in technical performance retail sales and enjoys binging on reality tv and matcha lemonades from Starbucks. He is authentic, unconventional and candid to a default and always ecstatic to join in on the conversation especially relating to his passions and hobbies. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND HIIRO PRINCE FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode56 | |||
| 22 Mar 2021 | Autumn Seasonal Update From Cora | 00:24:55 | |
We’ve officially entered Autumn here in Australia (happy spring to my Northern Hemisphere friends!!) and since I run my business with the seasons I wanted to start sharing seasonal updates with you all here on the podcast. In this solo episode I share:
Wanna join The Teachers Club? In April you can catch my live, informal mini lecture & group discussion about “A Behind The Scenes Look the first 12 Months Of My New Business” $19 / month / Cancel Anytime www.corageroux.com/theteachersclub Wanna chat? You can send me email at cora@corageroux.com And snail mail at: Cora Geroux | |||
| 15 Mar 2021 | On The Origins of Yoga with Madhura Bhagwat | 01:26:40 | |
In today’s episode, we welcome back Madhura Bhagwat to the Podcast. Madhura previously joined us on episode 43 where we discussed cultural appropriation of yoga from an Indian perspective. This time around, Madhura shares experience and knowledge of the history of yoga, how it developed, what Hatha yoga actually is and how non-violence means much more than being vegetarian. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND MADHURA FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode57 | |||
| 05 Apr 2021 | Grassroots Business Building with Kelly Sunrose | 01:17:13 | |
Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to run an online business without a large following on social media? Today I speak with yoga teacher, content creator & fellow podcast host Kelly Sunrose about how she runs her business in a way that aligns with her values. While I strongly believe that quality is much more important than quantity the world of social media has desensitized us to think that for someone to be successful they need 10, 50, or even 100K followers to make a real impact. Kelly turns that idea on its head and shares how her work has prospered without relying solely on social media to help her find new students. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND KELLY SUNROSE FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode59 | |||
| 12 Apr 2021 | Where Photography & Yoga Intersect with Tara D’cruz Noble | 01:16:50 | |
Today on the podcast I speak with my good friend & former student Tara D’Cruz Noble. Tara and I first met in 2018 when she enrolled in my 200 HR YTT. Since then Tara has gone on to become a friend & collaborator, and member of The Teachers Club. If you’ve seen the gorgeous group shots of humans on my Instagram and website, chances are you’re looking at one of Tara’s photos. Tara’s work explores the intersection of art, yoga & photography and we have an intimate conversation around the visual nature of being a yoga teacher since Instagram came around + Tara’s quest for capturing the light & the shadow in her imagery. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND TARA FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/podcastepisodes/episode60 | |||
| 19 Apr 2021 | Why Yoga Injuries Happen with Alexandria Crow | 01:25:46 | |
Wowee, this was a fun episode. I had a whole host of questions compiled, but today’s guest, Alexandria Crow, was just bringing so much gold, I had to follow it. If you don’t know, early on in her yoga career, Alex appeared in several famous yoga journal ads, performing incredibly complex asana. As a new teacher, I was heavily influenced by those ads, and they played a part in forming my ideal of what a yogi, or at least, yoga teacher should be able to do with their body. After several debilitating injuries, Alex has done a complete 180, and now teaches teachers how to make their classes functional & accessible. If you want to know more about Alex, and read her official bio, head over to the show notes via the link below. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND ALEX FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode61 | |||
| 25 Apr 2021 | Ethical, Sustainable Marketing & Building Your Email List From Scratch with Me, Cora Geroux | 00:29:40 | |
To celebrate the first official release of Lost-to-Launch (my level 1 online business foundations course) as a stand-alone course, I’m doing a few fun, free things for you that I hope will help you jumpstart your business. And since I speak a lot about creating a sustainable business here on the show, I wanted to pop on today to tell you about those free offerings & invite you to join in if it feels like a good fit. The Zero-50 Email List Building Challenge - Jumpstart your email list from scratch! No website, fancy software, or stress required. (Delivered via email from May 3rd - 5th)
💌 Join the FREE Zero-50 Email List Building Challenge The Get More Students Class - The 3 Pillars Of Ethical & Sustainable Marketing For Yoga Teachers. (Live on May 13th 7am AEDT - recording provided)
👩🏻🏫 Join the FREE Get More Students Live Class | |||
| 26 Apr 2021 | Post Lineage Yoga Part 2 with Theo Wildcroft | 01:20:57 | |
You might remember in Episode 33, I had the chance to speak with Theo Wildcroft, PHD, who is a yoga teacher, scholar, and author of Post-Lineage Yoga: From Guru to #Metoo. In this episode we dive deeper into the release of Theo's book, and even have a broad conversation about what it means to be religious. Theo’s work considers the democratization of yoga post-lineage, and the many different ways yoga communities are responding to concerns about safety in practice. She is at the forefront of the movement for trauma sensitivity, diversity and inclusion, an honorary lifetime member of the BWY, and registered with both the IYN (RYT500) and Yoga Alliance (E-RYT® 500, YACEP®). She’s also a Visiting Fellow at the Open University, UK, Coordinator of the SOAS Centre of Yoga Studies, and founding member of Alt-ac.uk. An accomplished writer with two decades of experience in group facilitation, she not only delivers compelling lectures and inspiring writing, but holds careful and thoughtful spaces for groups and individuals to deepen their knowledge, share experiences and acquire new skills. Her monograph Post-lineage yoga: from guru to #metoo is out now. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND THEO WILDCROFT FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode62 | |||
| 03 May 2021 | Biomechanics & Yoga with Jules Mitchell | 01:19:20 | |
If you’ve been kicking around the yoga world for a number of years, I feel like my guest, Jules Mitchell will already be on your radar. Jules is a Las vegas based yoga teacher and massage therapist who also holds a masters of science in biomechanics. She blends the tradition of yoga with her extensive study in biomechanics to help teachers develop their craft and empower them with education. She regularly contributes to yoga teacher training programs and leads workshops worldwide, balancing the somatic aspects of yoga with the most current exercise science. Bringing the most useful and applicable pieces of that science into the yoga community is her passion, even when it invokes a discerning analysis of popular opinions. Her book, Yoga Biomechanics: Stretching Redefined, is now available through Handspring Publishing. In my 200 HR teacher training programs I cited Jule’s work extensively, and really appreciate the contribution her work has made to the yoga community. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND JULES MITCHELL FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode63 | |||
| 10 May 2021 | How Yoga Teachers & Studios Can Work Together with Thy Monzo | 01:46:02 | |
Over the last 18 months or so, I have been a loud advocate for yoga teachers not relying on studios & gyms for their sole source of income. In Australia, the median rate of pay for yoga teachers is around $50 AUD per class. At 15 classes per week, a teacher would make $750.00. The national minimum wage is $753.80. We all know that to teach a 60 min class, at a bare minimum, a teacher needs to be at the studio/gym for 15 minutes before/after class. Let's be moderate, and add 1 hour per class for travel & prep time. This means to teach 15, 60 min classes, a teacher is required to invest at least 38 hours of their time. Teaching 15 classes is a full-time job. However, as a previous studio owner myself, I don’t think this reality means that we need to pit yoga teachers & studio owners against each other. My guest, Thy Monzo has owned a yoga studio in Sydney for the last 6 years, and in today’s conversation Cora and Thy get real about the reality of owning a yoga studio. We also chat about the role that a yoga studio can play in a teachers career, and why a blended business model could support both the teacher and the studios. ABOUT THY Thy began practicing yoga over 15 years ago as a way to find calm and peace from the stresses of University, and everyday life. After her first yoga class (ashtanga), she felt amazing. Breathing, sweating, and fully living in the moment, she had never felt more connected to life. Thy believes that the best part of teaching is learning; learning more about the postures, about people and their bodies, and more about herself. Her classes are fun and dynamic, with a sense of lightness. Her hope is that students carry their positive energy from practice, off their mats and into their daily lives. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND THY MONZO FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode64 | |||
| 17 May 2021 | Multidisciplinary Movement with Laurel Beversdorf | 01:33:51 | |
This episode of the podcast is brought to you by… YOU! After several requests from you, the listeners, this week’s guest is Laurel Beversdorf. Laurel's teaching style is very near and dear to my heart, and during our conversation you’ll hear me reminisce about a time in the not-so-distant past when I used to teach group classes. But don’t worry, we go much deeper than a trip down memory lane, and Laurel shares, in very practical and actionable terms, how you can start bringing new non-yoga movements & props into your classes, how we can offer a varied movement “diet” to our students and why she no longer believes that her asana practice was responsible for her pain. ABOUT LAUREL BEVERSDORF Laurel Beversdorf, YACEP, E-RYT 500, is an international yoga educator, teacher trainer, and kettlebell specialist with an advanced certification from Living.Fit. She is the creator of Yoga with Resistance Bands classes and teacher training, Resistance Bands 101 with Yoga Journal, and Body of Knowledge anatomy and biomechanics workshops. She co-creates Movement Logic movement therapy tutorials with physical therapist, Sarah Court, and well known movement educators in the yoga and Pilates industries. In 2020, in response to the global pandemic, Laurel pivoted hard and launched her virtual studio where she hosts lively, weekly kettlebell classes and creative yoga classes. Laurel has led yoga trainings and workshops at locations like Kripalu, YogaWorks, and studios all over the world. Her classes are multidisciplinary, and blend strength training, rehabilitation practices, self-massage, and yoga. Laurel has written for Yoga Journal, Shut Up & Yoga, and the Tune Up Fitness blog. A Wisconsin native, she lives in NYC with her husband, daughter, and two cats. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND LAUREL BEVERSDORF FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode65 | |||
| 24 May 2021 | The Intersection Of Yoga & Entrepreneurship with Kristin Campbell | 01:17:28 | |
Kristin Campbell is a true entrepreneur - in 2002 she founded Whistlers first ever yoga studio, in 2012 she created Tapasya Yoga School, and in 2015 she co-founder Squamish Water Kefir. I was incredibly excited to speak with Kristin because she embodies the intersection of yoga and entrepreneurship that is currently captivating me. In today’s episode Kristin and I get into the nitty gritty of the start-up phase of any business, running a product based business, and how Kristins yoga practice informs her business life. So, if you’re currently leaning in to entrepreneurship, have always wanted to start a products based business or are looking to hear an inspiring story of grit & perseverance, then this week's show is for you! ABOUT KRISTIN In 2002 Kristin co-founded NeoAlpine Yoga, Whistler’s first Yoga Studio which is now named NeoWhistler, a YYoga studio which she owned and directed until 2010. In 2012 Kristin founded Tapasya Yoga (pronounced tah-pah-syah), a spiritually uplifting, alignment-based method of Hot-Hatha and Warm-Hatha-Vinyasa yoga. Tapasya means 'to be with intensity for the sake of transformation'. Although each studio has branded their Hot class differently, Tapasya Hot-Hatha + Hatha-Vinyasa inspired classes and teacher trainings are being offered in the UK, Europe and Canada, In Sept 2015 Kristin co-founded Squamish Water Kefir Co. Water kefir is a centuries-old fermented drink that is packed full of the probiotics and beneficial enzymes that our bodies love. Kefir, by the way, is pronounced "kuh-feer". Kristin lives with her 10-yr old daughter and mexican-rescue dog named "Jupter" on the unceded lands of the Coast Salish Peoples, in the territory of Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish Nation). PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND KRISTIN CAMPBELL FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode66 | |||
| 31 May 2021 | Prayers of Gratitude with Sally Kempton | 01:16:32 | |
Sally Kempton is one of my yoga heroes. I found her work at a time in my practice life where I felt stunted, and a bit lost. I was hungry for something that wasn’t on offer to me, at least not in the yoga circles that I found myself in. I wanted to meet a teacher who had depth, experience and as my friends and I say, is the “real deal”. Sally Kempton is that teacher. And while I have yet to study with her in person, her book Awakening Shakti, and audio program Doorways To The Infinite had a profoundly impactful presence on my personal practice & teaching life. So it is with great joy, that I bring you my conversation with Sally Kempton. ABOUT SALLY Sally Kempton is a powerful teacher of applied spiritual wisdom, known for her capacity to kindle meditative states in others and help students work with meditative experience as a framework for practical life-change. She teaches teleclasses, retreats, and workshops, and is on the faculty at Esalen and Kripalu. Sally is the author of the best-selling book, Awakening Shakti: The Transformative Power of the Yoga Goddesses and Meditation for the Love of It, which Spirituality and Health magazine called “The meditation book your heart wants you to read.” Her audio program, Doorways to the Infinite: The Art and Practice of Tantric Meditation, was released by Sounds True. A former swami in the Vedic tradition, Sally has been practicing and teaching for over four decades. Her teachings combine profound knowledge of the texts of yoga and tantra with practical wisdom from contemporary psychology and integral thought. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND SALLY KEMPTON FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode67 | |||
| 07 Jun 2021 | A Model For Collaborative Business in Yoga with Avita Bansee & Markella Los of The Connective | 01:19:21 | |
If you’ve worked in the yoga industry for a while, you may have had the feeling that something “wasn’t quite right”. We’ve had many conversations on this podcast about issues inside of the industry, and how yoga businesses are set up. Being a former studio owner myself, I don’t believe it’s (usually) the fault of malicious intent on the part of studio owners, but rather a reflection of the basic structure of the studio model. That’s why I was so excited to speak with today’s guests, Avita Bansee & Markella Los about The Connective, a teacher-owner, worker-co-op, online studio. The team at The Connective are actively creating an alternative where the teachers are also owners, who have come together on the basis of shared values to build an online studio that supports the whole, just as much as it supports the individual. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND AVITA FIND MARKELLA FIND THE CONNECTIVE FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode68 | |||
| 14 Jun 2021 | Pain is Changeable with Neil Pearson | 01:13:24 | |
Today on the show I speak with Neil Pearson. Neil is a physical therapist, a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University British Columbia, and a certified yoga therapist - and in this conversation Neil and I take a deep dive into pain science. We discuss how pain is more complex than what we once imagined, how 10 different treatment plans could all positively impact someone's experience of pain, and why yoga is uniquely suited to helping people reduce pain and improve their quality of life. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND NEIL PEARSON FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode69 | |||
| 21 Jun 2021 | Winter Seasonal Update From Cora | 00:37:07 | |
We’ve officially entered Winter here in Australia (happy summer Solstice to my Northern Hemisphere friends!!) so it’s time for another seasonal update from me! In this episode I share: How to plan your business with the seasons A few updates on the podcast & Lost-to-Launch What’s happening inside the Teachers Club
⚡️ Register for Understanding The Yoga Industry or Join The Teachers Club. ⚡️ Book a discovery call with me for one-on-one business coaching Wanna chat? You can send me email at cora@corageroux.com And snail mail at: Cora Geroux P.O. Box 335 Killara, NSW Australia 2071 | |||
| 28 Jun 2021 | Bilingual Yoga (Teaching Yoga In Two Languages) with Natalia Tabilo | 01:08:50 | |
I had so much fun chatting with Natalia Tabilo from Yoga For All Bodies about the practical side of teaching yoga in two languages. Originally from Chile, but now based in San Francisco, Natalia teaches and runs her business in English and Español. I first reached out to Natalia because MANY members of The Teachers Club are bi or multilingual and had so many questions about how to actually run their businesses in two or more languages? Do I need to have different social media accounts? Should I send two newsletters? How will teaching in multiple languages affect my niche & brand? PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
FIND NATALIA TABILO FIND CORA For links & resources mentioned in this episode go to www.corageroux.com/episode71 | |||