Teacher
Development

Feb 27 | Livestream

Using the Iyengar tradition as a framework, we’ll explore how thoughtful language can guide self-observation, intelligent action, and functional movement. The evening centers on Tadasana as the root of all standing work, and how its principles evolve into balance and dynamic effort through Vrksasana and Utkatasana — three expressions of one foundational pose.

Mar 1 | Livestream

In this experiential workshop, Certified Iyengar Teacher Rosie Richardson explores the art and intelligence of demonstration: when to show, when to speak, and how to use your body as a clear and effective teaching instrument. Drawing from the Iyengar method and informed by the science of how we learn through observation, you’ll refine the why, what, when, and how of demonstrating across a range of poses and student levels.

Mar 29 | Livestream

How we speak shapes how students move. Clear, intentional instruction helps students organize their bodies, understand what matters in a pose, and develop independence in their practice. Join Certified Iyengar Teacher Rosie Richardson for a session focusing on the craft of teaching standing poses through precise language and thoughtful sequencing.

Apr 4 | Brookline & Livestream

Explore the artistry and logic of props as tools for alignment, accessibility, and longevity. Together we’ll work with blocks, belts, blankets, bolsters, chairs, and the wall to uncover the architecture of common yoga postures - refining actions, clarifying structure, and creating access to poses that may otherwise feel out of reach.

Apr 18 | Newton & Livestream

Together, we’ll unpack what defines a hot power class, and more importantly, how you show up to challenge, motivate, and hold students in the room with clarity, confidence, and care. Expect both discussion and embodied practice as we explore how voice, presence, and intention shape the student experience beyond the sweat.

Apr 25 | Livestream

Forward folds invite length, quiet attention, and inward awareness — yet they are often misunderstood, rushed, or approached without the preparation they require. In this Teacher Development session, Ann Appavoo explores the principles of teaching forward folds through the lens of the Iyengar method. Together, we’ll examine how these poses are defined, prepared, sequenced, and taught with clarity, safety, and intelligence.