Yoga instruction: a guide for pros
What customers ask, how to win the job, and what to put on your profile.
Offering yoga instruction
Students want a welcoming space. Say what style you teach and who it suits.
What customers ask
- What style is it?
- Is it beginner friendly?
- Do I bring a mat?
- Can I try a class?
- Do you offer privates?
How to win the job
- Describe your style on the first call.
- Ask about injuries.
- Ask before hands-on adjustments.
- Offer a trial class.
- Share training and CPR.
- State cancellation terms.
What to put on your profile
- Training
- Style
- Schedule
- Class size
- Props
Follow-up that helps the customer
- Offer a private session
- Offer a workshop
- Share a home practice sheet
Licenses and permits
Fitness instruction is not usually licensed, but check your state and local rules on business registration, and hold current first aid and CPR training and liability insurance. Do not diagnose injuries or give medical advice.
Questions
Can I touch students?
Ask for consent before any hands-on adjustment, and respect a no.
What if a student is hurt?
Stop, offer first aid and suggest a doctor.
Pro reviewers
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Edit history
- Oct 29, 2026: Drafted by infinibell to our content guidelines.
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