Master Your Yoga Teaching with MaKenzie Fly

Ever feel like your mind says one thing, your emotions say another, and your body votes third-party… all at the same time?This episode breaks down why your three inner worlds don’t always match—and how aligning them opens the door to the kind of joy that actually lasts.We chat about:🧠 Why you can’t think your way to healing—and what to do instead💫 The three bodies that shape our experience (and the one most teachers miss)📚 How grief, heartbreak, and Ayurveda came together in Sarah’s first book The Year of Sarah💔 What healing from chronic sciatica taught her about pain, presence, and patience🌬️ How to guide students who resist slowing down, softening, or sitting with themselves🪷 A simple but powerful Ayurvedic truth every yoga teacher should understand📖 Why writing The Year of You was less about memoir—and more about helping others take the lead in their own healing🧘🏽‍♀️ The emotional leap from teaching group classes to building a private yoga therapy practice👣 What she learned about herself through opening Soma Yoga Healing Center (hint: it wasn’t all graceful)🧍🏽‍♀️ How she balances lifelong learning with holding space for others—and what keeps her grounded in the in-betweenWhether you're a yoga teacher, a healer, or someone navigating your own transformation—this one will stay with you long after the episode ends.👀 Check out our links:Connect with MaKenzieKnow someone who needs this? Send it their way 💛 and don’t forget to tag @masteryouryogateaching. Your Next Class Plan Is Waiting for You - Swipe Your FREE Sample of Inspired Flow MonthlyDesign Dynamic Sequences FAST - Grab Your Copy of the Pose Bible HereDo you want MaKenzie on your show?  Let's get it booked here. Connect with Sarah or on instagram @sarahdeblock_healsGet Sarah’s BookBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

What if rock bottom is actually the beginning?This conversation rewrites everything about what it means to live, teach, and be the practice. From a collapsed life in Dubai to spiritual alignment in Rishikesh, this story challenges every assumption about the path.In this episode, we chat about:🤫 How a YouTube video and breathwork routine started a radical shift.🌀 The meaning behind his Sanskrit name that foreshadowed a soul’s purpose.💔 The triple-hit moment—career, relationship, and identity gone in one year.🕯️  A music festival, a park bench, and an impromptu 3 a.m. monologue.🌍 The unexpected culture shock of moving from India to France and sharing yoga 🔁 Why he calls himself an “aspiring yogi” and the intentionality behind this title 🔮 How studio vibes, floor texture, and idols on the wall shift everything.🧨 The silent creep of spiritual ego (and where it hides).💡 A single question that reveals the true state of any practice.This isn’t just a conversation about yoga—it’s a call to remember why the path matters in the first place. 🎧 Press play to reconnect with the practice beneath the poses—and if something lands, post and tag @materyouryogateaching and @akasha.veda.💥If you like this episode check out these others.💥  8 Steps to Mastering Your Yoga TeachingSanskrit, Mantra, & Finding Your Voice w/ Claudette EvansClarity; Finding Your Path & Purpose w/ Paul Benedict Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Can yoga actually rewire the brain?Rose Alicia Allen says yes—and shows you how.  Expect nerdy movement science, real talk on trauma-informed teaching, and enough lightbulb moments to rework your next class.Inside the episode:🧠 What your brain might be doing before you ever feel pain💥 Why flexibility isn’t just about stretching—and what might be missing😬 The weird thing hypermobile bodies and anesthesia patients have in common✨ A quirky concept called the “threat bucket” that explains way more than you’d think🌀 The sneaky way your brain maps your body—and why it matters in every pose🧘🏻‍♀️ What happens when students start wiggling in Warrior II🧭 A tiny cue tweak that can shift an entire sequence📉 Why more choice in class can feel… uncomfortable (and why that’s a good thing)Ready to geek out and rethink everything from cueing to pain to proprioception?Hit play, send it to your favorite anatomy nerd, and let this episode rewire how you move, teach, and talk about yoga.Connect with MaKenzie Your Next Class Plan Is Waiting for You - Swipe Your FREE Sample of Inspired Flow MonthlyDesign Dynamic Sequences FAST - Grab Your Copy of the Pose Bible HereDo you want MaKenzie on your show?  Let's get it booked here. 📲 Connect with Rose or on Instagram @roseyogaEnjoy This Episode? Check Out These Similar EpisodesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Join the Mat to Mat Yoga Teacher Challenge Jan 12-16th Download your free e-book: 8 Steps to Master Your Yoga TeachingI’m reflecting on the confessions I’ve been holding, the lessons I’ve learned over the past year, and the shifts I feel coming—for me, for this podcast, and for the yoga teacher community we’re building here together.In this episode, we chat about:🧡 A few honest confessions I’ve never said out loud—until now📉 Why I’m teaching less yoga than ever… and what that’s brought up for me🎤 What terrified me when I first started the podcast (and what finally clicked)🔥 The types of episodes I’m called to make in 2026💬 Why I’m craving more connection—and how I hope you’ll respond💡 New ideas coming your ways🧘‍♀️ The calendar of my 2026 offerings—so you can plan your support🎁 A new giveaway system for podcast reviews (because love languages matter)📘 A free gift to kick off your year: 8 Steps to Master Your Yoga TeachingWhether you've been here from the beginning or this is your very first episode, thank you! I don't take your time or attention for granted. Let’s make 2026 the year you own your evolution—on and off the mat.👀 Check out our links:Connect with MaKenzieKnow someone who needs this? Send it their way 💛 and don’t forget to tag @masteryouryogateaching. Do you want MaKenzie on your show?  Let's get it booked here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Ever wonder why some teachers captivate a room while others just… don’t? This episode unpacks the surprising (and powerful) tools preachers use—and how you can bring that same presence, energy, and impact into your classes. In this episode:👉🏼 What yoga and preaching both aim to do—and why it's not about religion🔥 The difference between speaking from your head vs. your belly (and why it matters)📖 Why sacred texts aren't just for scholars—they're gold for anchoring your theme🎭 Jesus told parables for a reason—here's how storytelling makes your class unforgettable😬 The #1 vibe killer in class: flat energy. Here's how to bring the fire without overwhelming🧘🏻‍♀️ How to structure a theme class like a sermon💬 The subtle shift from “convert” to “invite”—and why your students will feel the difference✨ How to avoid spiritual bypassing and over-explaining your way into being preachy🔌 A reminder that you’re the conduit, not the source—and why that’s actually freeing🎧 Bonus inspo: the book that sparked this episode 15 years ago and a preacher who walks the talkWhether you teach yoga or just love it, this episode will show you how to speak from your soul—and actually be heard.If you enjoyed this episode check out these others that you might like.  Relentless Resilience; The Story of Diana NyadTeaching Beyond the Poses w/ the Theme Queen, Sage RountreeHow Confidence, Curiosity and Vulnerability Leads To Your Dream Students w/ Taylor Tracks Find your copy of Blessed Relief now!Connect with MaKenzieKnow someone who needs this? Send it their way 💛 and don’t forget to tag @masteryouryogateaching. Your Next Class Plan Is Waiting for You - Swipe Your FREE Sample of Inspired Flow MonthlyDesign Dynamic Sequences FAST - Grab Your Copy of the Pose Bible HereDo you want MaKenzie on your show?  Let's get it booked here.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

When your nervous system starts whispering no—do you listen?This episode is your permission slip to pivot, realign, and market yourself without selling your soul.Maggie Ledbetter left a high-paying corporate job, built a yoga biz, walked away from a coaching program she spent months creating, and still landed in her dream role—blending yoga, travel, and marketing for an international teacher training company.In this episode, we chat about:🧘🏻‍ That one journal prompt that cracked open everything she thought she wanted😬 Months of work, a full program built… and a last-minute nope from her gut✨ A surprising way your body tells you it’s not aligned (before your brain catches up)👉🏼 Saying goodbye to something good when something better quietly shows up💥 The sneaky signs of burnout disguised as productivity🎯 Grit vs. misalignment: a subtle but crucial difference that changes everything🔁 All the wrong turns that somehow… weren’tThis episode is for anyone standing at a crossroads, feeling the tug toward something deeper—but scared to let go of what’s already good.👉🏼 If this sparked something in you, share it with a yoga friend who's ready for their own brave move.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Say what now?I’m expected to learn the sequence and guide myself?!? If you’re both inspired and intimidated 😂by Ashtanga, this episode is for you! Notoriously known for being athletic, dynamic, and rigid, this practice has its die hard followers and critics. Today’s guest, Christiane, tells us how to find flexibility, adaptability, and accessibility in this set sequence.In this episode, we chat about:🌴 Our chance encounter in Bali that sparked a lasting teaching connection🧘🏽‍♀️ What self-practice actually looks like—and how the Mysore method flips the typical class format👀 How holding space for self-practice feels radically different than leading a led class🧹 Clearing up common Ashtanga misconceptions (yes, even that one)🤲🏼 Where hands-on assists come from in this lineage—and how to learn them with integrity🌀 The myth of rigidity—how to truly adapt Ashtanga to your life, body, and season💡 The approach Manju Jois brings to the table—and why it feels more spacious than you might expect👶🏼 What it looks like to juggle motherhood and Mysore rooms—sometimes literally at the same timeWhether you’re keen to try this style of practice as a student or hear what it’s like to teach in this way, this episode offers valuable insight into how to tailor it to meet everyone’s needs.Don’t forget to tag us @masteryouryogateaching and @christianecoste. And send to a friend who needs to hear this! Connect with MakenzieGet in touch with Christiane and check out the retreats & intensives for those interested in learning about Ashtanga! Enjoying this episode Check out these - Yoga of Activism Fire Self Care Fierce Truth w/ Susanna Barkataki9 Ways to Rekindle Your Yoga Teaching Creativity in the New YearTeaching Beyond the Poses w/ the Theme Queen, Sage RountreeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

We all have events come up that mean we need to step away from the studio for a little bit. This one’s for the yoga teachers who’ve ever checked the studio schedule… and saw someone else’s name where yours used to be.  If you want to transmute this probably painful experience into a portal for growth and handle this with grace, this episode is for you! We will talk about:🔎 It has happened to me in a few different ways - how it happened and how I handled it.🥹 Feelings and Phases - what comes up when it happens, and processing all of it.🫚 Understanding the root of the change - why this happens sometimes.🪬 Fielding this with professionalism - Do’s and Don’ts of navigating this transition.🧘 Reminders you didn’t know you needed to hear during this time of changeThis is a must listen in any season of your yoga teaching career. If you’re interested in learning more about the business building mastermind mentioned in this episode, add your name to the waitlist here. Loved this episode?  Check out these episodes:How Spending 17k Tripled My Yoga Teaching Income.Highs & Lows of Studio Ownership Svadhyaya Self Study w/ Ruby ChandlerBest Class Planning Hack Ever10 Lessons Learned From Being Asked to Resign From A Job I LovedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

? SHOP THE BLACK FRIDAY BLOWOUT SALE (Discounts Disappear Dec 1st 2025 at midnight!) ⏰ 🔗Ever wonder what changes when a yoga teacher finally feels confident bringing meaning into the room?In this episode, I sit down with longtime client Jodi Voegele—a yoga teacher who went from hesitant to heart-centered, and from wondering “Is this even good?” to hearing students reflect how much her teaching is resonating.Jodi’s journey is such a beautiful example of what happens when teachers stop planning their classes in isolation and start tapping into a framework, a community, and their own voice.In this episode, we chat about:🧘🏼‍♀️ The early moment in Mat to Mat that made Jodi feel “seen” for the first time🧠 What she used to think teaching beyond the pose meant—and how that definition has evolved📓 Why she used to second-guess every class plan she wrote (and what shifted that doubt)💡 The role my Breadcrumb Blueprint played in making themes click🗣️ How her students started noticing the difference in her teaching—and how it made her feel⏱️ What used to take hours now happens with more clarity and flow👀 The surprising way she physically carries Inspired Flow Monthly into her classes🧍🏽‍♀️ Why this isn’t just about planning—it’s about identity, confidence, and how you see yourself as a teacherTurn it up and let’s dive in!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Do you struggle to tell stories in your yoga teaching? If you always feel like you’re pulling pics from instagram as your source for inspiration or like you’re talking about yourself for an hour in your yoga classes, turn this episode up.  In this episode, we chat about: 🥇  How to get Midas’s Golden Touch on all your pursuits🏆  The role of clear values and boundaries in teaching yoga🎉  Mudita & celebrating the success of others within the yoga community☯️  Divine reciprocity explained and the effects on societal improvement❤️‍  Navigating comparison & how to distinguish healthy and unhealthy forms of comparison⚖️  The fascinating difference between judgment and discernment🥭  Super simple formula for theming classes🐣  MaKenzie's yogic downloads and insights from unmedicated home-birth🔐  Keys for maintaining work-life balance This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for yoga teachers aspiring to master their craft, elevate their teaching experience, and harmoniously blend their work with the flow of life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

On September 18th, 2025 my second son - Jacob Bennett Cahill - was born! This episode is dedicated to that story - This is a casual chat about my experience and less about yoga teaching and feels more like receiving a long winded, life-update, voice memo from your bestie. I’m giving you a sneak peek into: 🚑  Hospital or home birth? How did you choose? 🍼  My best advice to someone considering home birth for the first time!🔑  Keys to preparing for home birth: Physically, Practically, Emotionally.⌛  My Birth timeline - what I thought, what really happened and everything in between. 🤐  Discovering the secrets of the hardest parts. ⚡  The perfect highs - the natural drugs and the best parts of the day!➕  The final moments of being a mom of one, and the bridge to mom of 2.  🤯  The shocking differences between first and second birth❤️‍🩹  Recovery - the physical, emotional and how to accept support. 🛏️  Managing big brother and big feelings with sleep deprivation. 🧘  Two under 2 - why it is the most challenging yoga pose I’ve ever attempted. 👶  My shifting view of motherhood - Perspective & Shraddha.   Pocket this or send this to a mother-to-be who needs to know they aren’t alone and there is beauty in every moment and growth in every struggle.  Starting to prepare for your own birth story.  Hear how MaKenzie prepared herself.  Hypnobirthing bookDo you want a copy of my birthing preference sheet?  Get it here.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Is Self-Love Keeping You Stuck?Yoga Therapist Vahid Coskun is a mindfulness coach, author, and globally recognized yoga therapist; who joins us to unpack the real reasons people stay stuck, even while “doing the work.” From the pitfalls of modern mindfulness to the misunderstood legacy of Bikram yoga, this episode will challenge how you think about healing, mindset, and personal development.🔊 In This Episode, We Explore:👉🏼 How “relaxing” can become your most seductive form of avoidance💥 Why Bikram yoga is still the most effective yoga “product” for nervous system regulation😬 The complex truth behind Bikram Choudhury’s influence—and why Vahid still teaches the method🧠 Mindset coaching decoded: What it is, what it’s not, and how it reveals your deepest blind spots✨ “You learned to self-sabotage… with love.” Mic drop.📚 Why Vahid wrote 40 parables from the POV of a delusional monk in a parking lot🎤 Public speaking tips for yoga teachers and coaches—without sounding robotic or rehearsed📝 The simple (but genius) note-taking habit that fuels all his books and speeches👀 What real friends do that no coach or therapist ever could.🔁 This one’s for the yoga teachers craving more depth, the speakers seeking their voice, and anyone who feels stuck despite doing all the “right” things.If you’re curious about trauma, mindset, or why healing sometimes keeps us in hiding—hit play now you do not want to miss this one. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to tag us when you share your favorite moment. @masteryouryogateaching and @acoskunGet the books!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

You’re a yoga teacher - you know yoga isn’t about flexibility—but about rewiring your brain in ways science is only just beginning to explain.Bassanti Pathak takes us deep into the space where neuroscience and ancient wisdom collide, revealing secrets that flip the usual yoga story on its head.👉🏼 How a four-year-old’s quiet yoga lesson became the spark for a lifetime of decoding mind, matter, and consciousness.✨ Why the pursuit of “advanced” poses might be the most advanced form of distraction.😬 The hidden cost of worshipping lineage—and the freedom you gain when you let it go.💥 The shocking claim: yoga isn’t mystical at all, it’s pure science—and the data backs it up.🔮 What Shiva’s cosmic dance has to do with silencing the ruminating part of your brain.📚 And a teaser for her upcoming book, where Shavasana isn’t just lying down, but a gateway into quantum physics, mythology, and neuroscience.✨ This episode might just shift the way you see yoga—and yourself—forever. Press play, get curious, and then join the conversation: share what stood out, pass it to a friend who needs to hear it, and connect with us on Instagram.You can find Bassanti at @pathakyoga and MaKenzie at @masteryouryogateaching—we’d love to hear your reflections and keep this dialogue going.Connect with BassantiBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

If you’ve ever felt like you're 64 weeks pregnant with a big baby bump—or you’ve wondered how the heck to enjoy this season when it feels like you have balloon animals for feet—this convo is for you. Ali Kennedy, mama of three and yoga teacher with a decade of experience, joins us to talk about the real magic of yoga during pregnancy and postpartum.Here’s what we talk about:✨ Main vibe: Yoga isn’t just a nice-to-have in pregnancy—it’s how you ride the emotional rollercoaster and feel strong doing it.🧘️‍♀️ “I’ve been pregnant in so many public classes—and not once did a teacher say anything to me.” Yep. That’s a problem.👉🏼 Breathwork isn’t just for labor—it’s the nervous system support we all need way before that.💬 What no one tells you about the third trimester… and how to shift your practice to feel supported, not squished.🔄 Yoga isn’t about “bouncing back”—it’s about moving with what’s real in the moment.✨ Why community in prenatal classes can be just as important as the yoga itself.😬 What to do when your favorite class just doesn’t feel safe or right anymore (Ali’s been there).Pregnant, postpartum, or teaching those who are—this episode is your reminder that movement, breath, and community really matter.Connect with MakenzieJump on your flow with Inspired Flow Monthly. 📋 Want more Ali? Grab her Joyful Mama course: 5 pregnancy-safe yoga classes + a beautiful e-book.Know someone who needs this? Send it their way 💛 and don’t forget to tag @masteryouryogateaching. Curious about Yoga and pregnancy check out these other episodes:How to Teach Yoga to Someone in Their First Trimester of PregnancyHow Pregnancy Changes Your Practice, Teaching, & Personal Identity w/ Ashley GriffinHow to Teach Yoga to Someone in Their Second Trimester of PregnancyHow to Prepare for Maternity Leave as a Yoga TeacherBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

What if the answers you're looking for aren't new—they're just buried in a past life?  You’re not stuck. You’re just not looking at the full story.In this episode, Irene Kuykendall breaks down the Akashic Records, soul contracts, past-life healing, and how quantum work can ripple across timelines. Whether you're woo-curious or already deep in the work, this convo will shift your perspective—and your power.We chat about:✨ The Akashic Records - - how they hold every experience your soul’s ever had🎭 How acting career trains you to channel past lives🌀 Why healing isn’t about time—it’s about frequency💬 What is a soul contract, how you get into one and what it really means to break it🧘🏻‍♀️ The deeper power behind mantras + somatic work💥 Why some patterns keep repeating (hint: past-life vows)🌈 Healing that rewires you—and your timeline📲 Share + tag us on IG: @thismindfulmuse + @masteryouryogateachingConnect with MakenzieJump on your flow with Inspired Flow Monthly. 🔗 Connect with Irene & Listen to Irene’s podcast: This Mindful MuseIf you are enjoying this Check out some ther episodes like:Comparing Manifestation vs Yoga & Raising Your Success Energetics w/ Tanya JaneSensitivity as a Superpower & Secrets to Spiritual Hygiene w/ Erika BelangerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

🎙️ In this episode, I’m sharing real talk on how to prepare for maternity leave as a yoga teacher, whether you're teaching in studios, running your own business, or both. Pregnancy is a season of major change—and your work deserves to be honored with both intention and grace.We’ll cover:✨ What to consider when planning your maternity leave timeline✨ How to communicate with studios (and what questions to ask)✨ Why taking time off can affect your classes—and what to do about it✨ How to align your launches, programs, and private clients around your due date✨ Creative ways to invite in-person students into your online world✨ How I wish I’d planned ahead for recurring income during my leave✨ Honest reflections on identity, momentum, and fears around being forgotten✨ Why owning your platform gives you freedom✨ And a bonus resource you can grab: my personal birth preferences sheet to inspire your ownWhether you’re pregnant now, thinking about it in the future, or simply want to plan for time away with more clarity—this one’s for you.Download MaKenzie’s Birthing Preference Sheet hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Bianca Caulfield went from doing yoga DVDs in her living room to co-owning two busy LA studios. In this episode, she breaks down what no one tells you after yoga teacher training—like how to actually start teaching, what’s worth investing in, and how to not burn out while building your dream.This convo is part pep talk, part permission slip, and all real.👉🏼 That time her Thanksgiving yoga class got evacuated mid–sun salutation✨ The unexpected moment she knew she was meant to do this full-time💥 What most new grads do wrong after YTT—and how to avoid the stall📦 Why she doesn’t run trainings on a schedule (and what she listens to instead)📣 The super unsexy skill that instantly upgrades your teaching game💳 Should you open an LLC, get insurance, or join Yoga Alliance? Here’s the real talk📟 The easiest first step to becoming a legit yoga biz owner (hint: it’s not an LLC)📍 A spicy take on professionalism that’ll change how you show up🤝 How to build community on purpose—and why that’s your secret superpowerYou don’t have to have it all figured out to be a “real” yoga teacher. Whether you’re part-time, brand new, or dreaming up your first retreat—this episode is your reminder that messy starts are normal and you’re way more ready than you think.Connect with MakenzieJump on your flow with Inspired Flow Monthly. 💬 Got a tech flop or cue fail of your own? DM us! We want to hear your wildest, weirdest teaching moments.📲 Connect with Bianca @superstarbia and tag us when you listen.🎧 Don’t forget to follow the show + binge the archive for more honest convos and behind-the-scenes yoga life.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

This episode peels back the layers of the 8 limbs of yoga—the messy, mystical, and surprisingly practical truths you don’t hear in class.👉🏼 The “storage unit” lesson yoga secretly teaches you✨ Why lying still might be the most radical part of practice💥 The uncomfortable ache that actually sharpens devotion🌿 A hidden doorway into peace you’ve been breathing through all along😬 When being truthful clashes with being kind (and what wins)📿 The honeybee approach to self-study that changes everything😌 What sneaks in only after you stop concentrating🌊 A metaphor for meditation you’ll never unseeThis convo will leave you questioning what yoga really is—and how it shows up in every part of your life.This episode originally aired on Shalane Carter’s Be the Frequency Podcast, and it’s packed with ideas you can borrow, adapt, and make your own.✨ Ready to take your practice off the mat and into real life? Join us inside Inspired Flow Monthly for theme scripts, sequences, playlists, and a community that gets it.Get your Free peek to Shalane's NEW Be A Better Budda PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

Ever feel like your yoga business is more juggling act than intentional plan?When you’re in the thick of it, building a business can feel messy, chaotic, and anything but strategic. In this chat, we pull back the curtain on how I built multiple income streams—some on purpose, some by accident—and what I’ve learned about balancing the art of teaching with the business side of yoga.Here’s a peek at what we dive into:💡 The virtual yoga studio with the facepalm name that taught me everything🎯 How low-cost offers can quietly drain your time and energy🧩 The “two wings” method to keep business and teaching in sync🎭 Vegas showgirl secrets for creating unforgettable classes🌀 Tiny tweaks that turn yoga into a moving meditation🚫 The marketing trap that gives away your best stuff for free🔍 Why your personal story is your most powerful sales tool🍦 Ice cream flavors as your niche strategy (yep, really)🧘🏻‍♀️ Charging for yoga without feeling like a sellout🚀 The one move I wish I’d made 10 years soonerThis conversation originally aired on All Mats Taken with Adrianne Jarrett, and if you’re a yoga teacher trying to figure out how to grow your income and keep your sanity, you’re going to want to hear it.  It’s part behind-the-scenes, part tough-love truth, and all about helping you build a yoga business you actually enjoy running. 🎧 Listen now and steal a few ideas to make your own path a little smoother. Connect with MaKenzieWrite Better AI Prompts: Prompt Engineering 101 for Yoga Teachers Workshop hereAdrianne on MYYTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.

What if your yoga classes could feel less like a checklist—and more like an unforgettable experience?In this conversation with Karen Fabian on Conversations with Yoga Teachers, we go deep into theme weaving—the subtle art of threading a meaningful message through class so your students feel it in their bodies and their hearts. Along the way, we talk performance secrets, personal stories, and practical tweaks that make your teaching more magnetic.Here’s a taste of what we explore:💡 The life curveball that completely reshaped how (and why) I teach🎭 The stagecraft trick I brought from showgirl life to the yoga mat🧩 The one shift that makes every pose, cue, and playlist feel connected📜 Why a single word can be the compass for an entire class🪶 How to drop “breadcrumbs” your students will still be chewing on after class🚫 The popular teaching habit that might be draining your impact🎯 A planning tweak that makes your classes feel more intentional without adding hours of prep🛠 A low-pressure way to experiment with theme weaving right now🧘🏻‍♀️ The unexpected reason deeper messaging makes your teaching more inclusive🚀 How to step into this style with confidence—even if you’re nervous to tryThis episode originally aired on Conversations with Yoga Teachers with Karen Fabian, and it’s packed with ideas you can borrow, adapt, and make your own.If you’ve been craving a way to inspire your students beyond the mat, this is your sign.🎧 Tune in now and start turning your themes into teaching gold. Connect With MaKenzieSwipe a free sample to Inspired Flow MonthlyGrab Karen's Yoga Anatomy Accelerator ProgramKaren on MYYT Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.