Yoga Teacher Training Testimonials
Our 200-hour teacher training program has transformed lives and inspired yogis to share their passion. Here’s what some of our graduates have to say about their experience:
1.What inspired you to enroll in the Yoga Teacher Training at Hot Asana Yoga Studio?
I fell in love with the studio and the teaching style that Gina and the other teachers taught. I also wanted to deepen my practice. I had been through another yoga teacher training a few years prior to Hot Asana Yoga Teacher Training but wanted to learn more and grow not only in my practice but on a personal level.
2. How did the training impact your personal yoga practice?
The training took my yoga practice to a new level. I also began to really be able to push myself into more challenging poses but at the same time I learned to have more grace with myself and listen to what my body needed.
3. What was your favorite aspect of the training program, and why?
Walking into the studio, whether east or west I always felt so welcome. Throughout the training having a community of people cheering you on was one of my favorite parts. I also really enjoyed learning about all of the different types of yoga and the different depths that go along with yoga, not just the physical aspect.
4. Can you share a memorable experience or lesson from your time in the training?
I really enjoyed being able to connect yoga to your daily lives. One of my most memorable experiences were the bike rides around town and being able to do "yoga" anywhere.
5. How did the instructors contribute to your learning and growth during the program?
I always felt supported and encouraged by the instructors. I also was so inspired not only to become a better teacher but also deepen my own practice.
6. In what ways has completing the training changed your perspective on teaching yoga?
There are so many different ways to get yoga to "the people" and you really have to find what works for you. Every season of your life may look different, but regardless of the season of life I am in I always turn back to yoga to help ground me and fill my cup.
7. Would you recommend Hot Asana Yoga Studio's teacher training to others? If so, why?
Yes! It changed my life. It's been several years since I completed my yoga training but I would take the training over again right now in a heartbeat.
8. How has the training influenced your life outside of yoga? I really believe that the deeper I got in my yoga practice the better my relationships with my family and friends got. I also learned that you can only pour from a full cup, and teaching & practicing yoga helped keep my cup full.
9. What advice would you give to someone considering enrolling in the Yoga Teacher Training?
Just do it! And don't wait until "next year". This training can change your life and help you grow in areas of your life you didn't even know needed growth.
10. How do you feel the training has prepared you for your journey as a yoga teacher?
I stepped right into teaching yoga right after the training. I felt equipped and empowered to teach classes. I also felt supported and challenged to constantly keep improving my own practice. I really believe when you have a solid yoga practice your classes you teach are so much richer.
-Hannah S
Tell us about your experience in Hot Asana’s Yoga Teacher Training.
Participating in the Yoga Teacher Training at Hot Asana has been a transformative experience for me, and I can't speak highly enough about the sense of community and belonging that I've found there. For the past 10 years, Hot Asana has truly been my home away from home. From the moment I stepped into the studio, I felt embraced by a supportive network of individuals who share a passion for yoga and personal growth. The camaraderie among fellow trainees and instructors created an environment where we could all explore our potential together.
Under Gina's guidance, I've experienced a remarkable gain in self-confidence. Her unique style of yoga, infused with encouragement and positivity, inspires us to push our limits and discover what we are truly capable of. She has a gift for making everyone feel seen and valued, which fosters an atmosphere of growth and empowerment. I am incredibly grateful for the friendships I've formed and the confidence I've gained throughout this journey. Hot Asana is not just a place to practice yoga; it's a community that nurtures our dreams and helps us flourish.
1. What inspired you to enroll in the Yoga Teacher Training at Hot Asana Yoga Studio?
I fell in love with hot yoga after coming to the studio! All the teachers were so amazing and made me want to further my knowledge of yoga.
2. How did the training impact your personal yoga practice?
I became much more consistent with my yoga practice and could start to see more flexibility in my body, which was super exciting! In classes, I started to understand more of the cues for the poses which helped me immensely.
3. What was your favorite aspect of the training program, and why?
I loved practicing yoga adjustments on all the other students. It really showed me that everyone’s body is different, and you have to adjust to what everyone is able to do. Practicing this in the training program helped me actually feel how a pose should feel.
4. Can you share a memorable experience or lesson from your time in the training?
I really loved learning about all the different types of yoga from yin to ashtanga. It opened my eyes that yoga has so many different types of practices, yet they are all intertwined.
5. How did the instructors contribute to your learning and growth during the program?
They were AMAZING!!! I learned so much from everyone. It was great having feedback from everyone and just the constant support.
6. In what ways has completing the training changed your perspective on teaching yoga?
The training made me fall even more in love with yoga. Getting to teach yoga and share a practice with other people is so rewarding. I love getting to connect with other people. It gave me confidence in teaching.
7. Would you recommend Hot Asana Yoga Studios teacher training to others? If so, why?
YES YES YES!!! It was the best decision I have ever made!! Not only did I learn so much about yoga, but I made friends for life!!
8. How has the training influenced your life outside of yoga?
The training has helped me stay active and be healthy. Going to the studio is my favorite part of my day and my body feels so much better after a class!
9. What advice would you give to someone considering enrolling in the Yoga Teacher Training?
Sign up!!! You will not regret it!! You will learn so much about yourself and have so much fun in the process!!
10. How do you feel the training has prepared you for your journey as a yoga teacher?
It helped me immensely with teaching yoga. I started teaching a yoga class right after the training and was so comfortable doing it. The training gives you all the tools you need and the confidence to teach the class! I loved how we would practice teaching in front of the other students. I learned to pivot if I forgot a name of a pose, and to get creative when not making the practice long enough. Practicing speaking in front of a group is something that helped with teaching yoga but also my day to day life.
The hand on adjustments in yoga teacher training helped me really understand the yoga pose and be able to help when someone when they have questions. It also boosted my confidence in public speaking which helped teaching yoga and my day to day activities. Teacher training gave me awareness that every body is different. What might be easy for one could be difficult for another. It helped me learn modifications to make poses more accessible for everyone. Teacher training helped me be able to read a room and know when to make impromptu changes. Some days are harder than others and don’t go as planned, so learning to pivot really helped me out.