Master Your Yoga Teaching with MaKenzie Fly

What if the hardest part isn’t what happened… but what you’re still carrying from it? Today’s guest, Dr. Lynne, helps reframe karma beyond the cliches on mugs & t-shirts like “what goes around comes around” or “karma’s a bitch.” We chat about: 😳 Karma redefined – what it really is as a philosophy🍫 How a candy bar reveals how you relate to yourself, craving and control. 👀 Why some interactions stay with you longer than they should. 💥 The key to forgiveness that doesn’t ask you to be fake, passive, or pretend everything is fine. 😬 The four great passions that quietly run the show for most of us—and once you hear them, you’ll start noticing them everywhere. 💛 The depth of the thought “Your health is your greatest wealth”  If this episode makes you pause and ask, “Wait—what am I still carrying?”  send it to someone who could use the reminder too.Connect with MaKenzie Connect with Dr. Lynn If you liked this episode, check out these similar episodes!💥 Jason Crandell on Burnout & Pranayama🧠 Confidence, Curiosity & Vulnerability w/ Taylor Tracks👉🏼 What Yoga Teachers Can Learn From Preachers Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Ever had an embarrassing moment in a yoga class and thought, “Please let no one notice…”?In this episode, I’m sharing the most mortifying moment of my teaching career and other yoga teaching horror stories— and how it turned into one of the most human, connecting experiences I’ve had in the room.This one is lighter, funnier, and very real… but underneath it all is a powerful lesson in leadership, vulnerability, and what it means to hold space for actual human bodies (not perfect ones).In this episode, we chat about:😬 Why I almost said no to teaching a class out of pure embarrassment👏 The unexpected protocol that turned an awkward moment into a shared experience💬 The flood of responses from other teachers—and the stories that had me crying laughing🔥 The leadership lesson hidden inside your most embarrassing moments🌀 How your willingness to be human gives your students permission to be human too💭 The reminder that bodies do weird, unpredictable, very real things—and that’s part of the practiceThis episode is sh*ts, gigs, and a little bit of wisdom.If you’ve ever felt embarrassed in a yoga class (as a teacher or a student), press play — you are definitely not alone.SIMILAR EPISODES TO BINGESequencing with Sensitivity: Honoring Your Cycle & Season w/ Sydney McCowanTransmuting Trauma through Sacred Sensuality w/ Shayna HillerPlease subscribe, rate, and review to help us continue to deliver free, valuable content each and every week. Take a screenshot at the end of every episode, share in your IG stories, and tag @masteryouryogateaching. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Have you ever heard this phrase?"Watch your thoughts, they become your words; watch your words, they become your actions; watch your actions, they become your habits; watch your habits, they become your character; watch your character, it becomes your destiny"It's laregly attributed to the Buddha, and it reveals a truth of reality. Everything can be traced back to thought.This Ashtanga remix class has themes of asmita (ego), identity, and sense of self, which is where thoughts comes from. Once that upgrades, everything else does too!You can expect sun salutations, standing, balancing, seated, and closing postures from the ashtanga tradition, but with slight variations and not as many jump throughs and jump backs. Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

What does leadership mean to you? Today’s returning guest, Anthony Chavez, walks us through what leadership looks like on and off the mat.We talk about: ✨ Why facilitating a 300-hour feels exponentially harder than a 200-hour 😬 The Socratic approach to leadership. How facilitating with less lectures & more self inquiry helps people come to their own conclusions👀 Anthony’s creative way to remind himself of his mantra, and the sweet story that goes along with it. 🧩 How different constraints force you to get your ish together and where growth is really rooted. 💭 Yoga teaching IS performance, a flip on the judgy narrative and how you can’t take ego out of teaching⚖️Comparison or expansion? How to use low vibe feelings of envy to identify areas that we could get to work🏆 Why even elite performers still have coaches—and what that means for youWhether you’re fresh out of a 200-hour or deep into your teaching path, this conversation will challenge you to ask: “Am I just teaching yoga… or actually living it?”Connect with MaKenzie Your Next Class Plan Is Waiting for You - Swipe Your FREE Sample of Inspired Flow Monthly Design Dynamic Sequences FAST - Grab Your Copy of the Pose Bible Here Do you want MaKenzie on your show?  Let's get it booked here. Connect with Anthony or find him on InstagramDid you like this episode?  Check out these episodes:Seamless Storytelling Made Simple w/ Peak Performance Expert Anthony ChavezLaunching As Asana:  The Sacred Vulnerability of Inviting Students Into Your WorkHow Confidence, Curiosity and Vulnerability Leads To Your Dream Students w/ Taylor Tracks How to Write Your Own YTT & Get Approved By Yoga AllianceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Jump in Jason’s Breakthrough Breathwork program here - use code THEMEWEAVER to get $249 off.What if theming feels hard because the most powerful theme you'll ever teach… is the one you’ve been overlooking this whole time?This episode is a refreshing return to simplicity—where breath isn’t just part of the class… it is the class. Lean into a simpler, deeper way of teaching—one that might change how you see every class you lead.We chat about:👉🏼 The key to a yoga class… whether you’re teaching it that way or not✨ That subtle shift that turns breath from a background cue into the driving force of the experience 😬 “Life doesn’t stop because you are a yoga teacher… “ - Why breath is the perfect fallback.   💥 The unexpected power of treating the breath as your “Master Theme”—especially when you feel like you’ve got nothing 🧠The secret writing prompt that will have you breathing a sigh of relief 🎧 The nerdiest riff that spirals into metaphors you never imagined - what metaphors can you add?🌊 The key to making familiar breath cues a bridge for your students.📿Overcoming the fear - breaking the stereotype, and building an off ramp for pranayama practice🔬Balancing science that makes ancient breath practices tangible⚡️A sneak peak at Jason’s Breakthrough Breathwork ProgramIf you’ve been searching for better words, better themes, or more inspiration… this will bring you back to the one thing you actually need.Connect with MaKenzie🎧 Loved this conversation? Keep exploring the craft of masterful teaching:💥 Jason Crandell on Burnout & Pranayama🧠 Confidence, Curiosity & Vulnerability w/ Taylor Tracks🌊 Unmistakable Markers of a Masterful Yoga Teacher w/ Jason Hulshof👉🏼 What Yoga Teachers Can Learn From PreachersWant More from MaKenzie:Learn how to pick, plan, & confidently deliver themes from the heart so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful - Join Theme Weaver MethodYour 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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Curious about the program mentioned in the beginning of this episode? Check out Confident & Captivating here.Do you play music in your yoga teaching? Although it’s not required, Jonah Kest talks about how we can use music as a tool that helps people relax & find rhythmicity again. In this episode, we chat about👉🏼 Don’t just set it & forget it - how to DJ yourself for a more seamless listening experience🔥The real key to your playlists ISN’T BPMs, it’s this… ✨ The secret to choosing the songs that get put on your playlists  🎧Spotify tips & hacks 💥 Artist shoutouts & tunes Jonah feels “always crush” no matter the crowd. 🎯The musical arc & energetic wave that turns classes into experiences 💥Plus a special peek at something Jonah created that will blow your mind!  If you’re ready to create classes that feel different—for you and your students. Press play and let’s dive in.Learn to pick, plan, & powerfully deliver yoga class themes so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful. Join Theme Weaver Method hereConnect with MaKenzieJonah on Spotify and InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, we have your next listen!How to Make Playlists For Elite Mindfulness Experiences w/ DJ Taz RashidWhen Relaxation Backfires: The Triggers Yoga Teachers Miss w/ Liz AlbanisProps, Permission, & Perception Shifts w/ Jenny Clise From Suppression to Expression w/ Alexander SchimmelBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Learn to pick, plan, & powerfully deliver yoga class themes so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful. Join Theme Weaver Method here. What if philosophy and asana were never meant to be separate in the first place?In this episode, we explore the art of using themes to integrate your teaching — so your words, your sequencing, and your students’ experience all feel like one cohesive practice.This isn’t about adding something extra to your class…it’s about revealing what’s already there — and learning how to deliver it so it actually lands.In this episode, we chat about:✨ Why “good” classes often don’t become memorable🌀 The subtle shift that turns philosophy into a felt experience🧠 Why themes fall flat (even when they sound good in your head)⚖️ The mistake of layering in meaning before breath and rhythm are established🎯 How themes help students meet their edge — and stay with it🌊 What students are actually taking with them when they leave your class📚 The moments that quietly build trust (and keep students coming back)🔥 Why doing less can make your teaching land more powerfully🧘‍♀️ How to stop “adding philosophy” — and start teaching it through movementIf you’ve ever felt like your classes are technically solid… but missing something deeper — this episode will help you bridge that gap.Press play to start teaching beyond the pose.If you enjoyed this episode check out these other episodes. Theme Weaving: Makenzie Fly on Conversations for Yoga Teachers w/ Karen FabianTeaching Beyond the Poses w/ Theme Queen Sage RoundtreeTheme Weaving; what it is & how it elevates your yoga teachingRelentless Resilience; The Story of Diana NyadBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Day 5 and LAST DAY of “Inside the Making of Theme Weaver Method” bonus livestream series!Learn to pick, plan, & powerfully deliver yoga class themes so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful. Join Theme Weaver Method here.Today we talked about: Why you keep starting from scratch every week & how to stop 👉🏼It’s not about being creative on demand, it’s about this…👉🏼Where aparigraha goes out the window!👉🏼Organization hacks & collector habits that help you build your breadcrumb buckets over time👉🏼Module 5 previewCo-creative questions for you? DM your responses to me on IG here❓Do you currently have a place where you store ideas for your classes?❓Have you ever had a great idea for a theme… and then completely forgotten it later?❓Where do your best ideas usually come from?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Day 4 of “Inside the Making of Theme Weaver Method” bonus livestream series!Learn to pick, plan, & powerfully deliver yoga class themes so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful. Join Theme Weaver Method here.Today we talked about: why your words aren’t landing even when your theme is good 😳👉🏼 Yoga teaching IS a performance, here how... 👉🏼 How presentation, performer, & storytelling skills enhance delivery👉🏼 Preview of module 4 - ahhh the starter sentence cheat sheet will save you from forgetting where you’re going!Co- creative questions for you: ❓ Which title do you prefer? “How to Deliver the Theme” or “Speaking the Thread” or “Finding the Thread” ❓ Which is hardest? Knowing what to say, or how to say it & when?❓ Do you over explain, under explain, or freeze in the moment Answer by direct messaging @masteryouryogateaching on Instagram Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Day 3 of “Inside the Making of Theme Weaver Method” bonus livestream series!I’m building a program to help you pick, plan, and powerfully deliver yoga class themes from the heart so that your teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, and impactfulBut I don't just want to build it in a vacuum. I'm inviting YOU into the process! This bonus livestream series is like a backstage tour & invitation to throw in your two cents. Your input will directly inform what goes into the course. Today, we talk about:👉🏼 how to plan a themed yoga class in a way that doesn’t take all damn day👉🏼 what Hansel & Gretle, breadcrumbs have to do with yoga teaching👉🏼 Module 3 preview 🤩 omg this theme template & custom GPT will change your life Co-creative questions for you, direct message your response to @masteryouryogateaching:❓which title do you prefer? “How to Plan Your Theme” or “Weaving the Thread”❓when you plan a themed class right now, which part takes the longest?❓Do you over-prepare or under-prepare?❓Have you abandoned a theme mid-class? Ready to learn to pick, plan, & powerfully deliver yoga class themes so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful. Join Theme Weaver Method here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Day 2 of “Inside the Making of Theme Weaver Method” bonus livestream series!I’m building a program to help you pick, plan, and powerfully deliver yoga class themes from the heart so that your teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, and impactfulBut I don't just want to build it in a vacuum. I'm inviting YOU into the process! This bonus livestream series is like a backstage tour & invitation to throw in your two cents. Your input will directly inform what goes into the course. We talk about:your problem isn’t getting inspired, it’s this…how to not be a “one hit wonder” and theme sometimes, but be a reliable source for your studentsmodule 2 preview Co-creative questions for you, direct message your response to @masteryouryogateaching:Which title do you prefer for module two? “Where to find themes” or “Collecting Threads?”When you are planning a class, do you feel like inspiration comes easily or does it feel like you’re forcing it?What’s the last place you found inspiration for a class theme?Ready to learn to pick, plan, & powerfully deliver yoga class themes so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful?Join Theme Weaver Method here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

This is day 1 of “Inside the Making of Theme Weaver Method” bonus livestream series!!!I'm building a program that will help you pick, plan, & expertly deliver powerful class themes from the heart so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, and impactful. But I don't just want to build it in a vacuum. I'm inviting YOU into the process! This bonus livestream series is like a backstage tour & invitation to throw in your two cents. Your input will directly inform what goes into the course. We cover:2 reasons why your yoga class themes fall flatwhat to do insteadwalkthrough of module 1Co-creative questions to answer via direct message to @masteryouryogateaching on Instagram:Do you struggle knowing WHAT is good source material? Yes or no?Which title do you prefer: How to Pick a Theme OR Finding the Thread (more clear or more poetic)?What else would you find supporting in this module?Ready to learn to pick, plan, & powerfully deliver yoga class themes so your yoga teaching feels deeply resonant, meaningful, & impactful?Join Theme Weaver Method here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Join The Art of Theme Weaving; a New Way to Teach Yoga w/ Story, Soul, & Substance. Happening live on zoom for free March 29th 12-1:30pm PST (replay available). Why do some yoga teachers quietly change lives… while others just guide a decent workout?In this episode, veteran teacher Jason Hulshof reveals what actually creates mastery in teaching—and why the most powerful elements have very little to do with perfect sequencing.📘 They key from a new program, something as simple as a new program can take you on a path you ever expected.😅 The high school superlative Jason jokes he would’ve won💛 The teaching truth learned after decades in the room⚠️ Why building a teaching style on charisma alone eventually stops working.👀 The deceptively simple question to ask after every class that you can build on.🎭 The unexpected lesson from Steve Martin’s comedy career about mastering a craft.😬 The moment every teacher eventually faces and how to turn it around.🧘🏻‍♀️ The assignment given to advanced teachers that might surprise you.🌊 A simple definition of yoga that reframes the entire practice.💛 A secret to the quiet internal phrase to repeat in class that can shift the whole room.Mastery in yoga teaching isn’t about perfection—it’s about love, presence, curiosity, and the willingness to keep showing up.If you’re ready to deepen your teaching and create classes that truly impact your students, this conversation is packed with wisdom you’ll want to revisit again and again.Press play and let Jason’s perspective reshape the way you think about teaching yoga.Connect with MaKenzie🎧 Loved this conversation? Keep exploring the craft of masterful teaching:💥 Jason Crandell on Burnout & Pranayama🧠 Confidence, Curiosity & Vulnerability w/ Taylor Tracks🌊 Teaching Beyond the Poses w/ the Theme Queen Sage Rountree 👉🏼 What Yoga Teachers Can Learn From PreachersYour 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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

RSVP for the MYYT 2nd Virtual Birthday Party happening live on Zoom March 15th 12-1pm PSTWhat if the reason your cueing feels awkward… is because you’re trying too hard to sound like a “good yoga teacher”?In this conversation with teacher-trainer Jane James, we unpack what actually makes cueing land with students—and why the magic usually comes from simplicity, silence, and trusting what’s already happening in the room.✨ Inside this episode:👉🏼 Why clinging to a cueing script can actually block your best teaching🧠 Jane’s “journal dump” exercise that helps teachers stop overthinking and start cueing naturally💥 The cue you could repeat 100 times in one class and it would still work👀 A powerful reframe for “getting out of your students’ way”🤫 Why silence might be the most underrated cueing skill🎙️ The practice that will instantly make you a better teacher (even though most people avoid it)🔥 Why “finding your authentic voice” might not be the goal you think it is🧘🏻‍♀️ What the best teachers actually doGreat teaching isn’t about sounding impressive—it’s about helping students return to “the inside of the inside.”You Might Also Enjoy:Why Understanding Anatomy Builds Better Yoga Teachers (Not Just Better Cues)Jason Crandell on Burnout, Pranayama, & Breaking out of the Yoga BubbleTeaching Beyond the Pose: A Real-Life Before and After with Jodi VoegeleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

This episode is special, celebrating two years of podcasting and showcasing the top conversations this year.Also, you’re invited to come hang out with your host, MaKenzie Fly, and fellow MYYT listeners at our virtual 2nd birthday party! We’ll play games and give gifts — all live party people will be entered into a raffle to win a spot in MaKenzie’s latest program, Theme Weaver Method. Valued at $500, this program will help you pick, plan, and weave inspirational themes into your yoga teaching like a wizard.RSVP for the party here!Yoga of Activism: Fire, Self-Care & Fierce Truth w/ Susanna BarkatakiCan you be angry and still be yogic? Susanna says yes — and shows us how to move from burnout to boldness without abandoning the practice.Ben Kalra Breaks Down Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras in a Way You’ll Actually Understand No lecture. No pedestal. Just real talk about the Sutras and how they actually apply to your life and teaching.How to Handle It When a Yoga Studio Cuts Your Class That gut-punch moment when your name disappears from the schedule. We talk about resilience, identity, and what to do next.Props, Permission, & Perception Shifts w/ Jenny Clise Props aren’t optional — they’re powerful. This one will completely shift how you see accessibility and strength in the yoga room.What Yoga Teachers Can Learn from Preachers (Without Getting Preachy) Presence. Projection. Storytelling. Why some teachers captivate — and how you can, too.Jason Crandell on Burnout, Pranayama & Breaking Out of the Yoga Bubble Breath, longevity, and evolving beyond the echo chamber. A masterclass in staying inspired for the long haul.Season 2 has been about depth over distance — fewer surface-level conversations, more real, nuanced, career-shaping ones.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Ever wondered how some yoga teachers are traveling the world, partnering with brands, and earning affiliate income… without being full-time influencers?In this episode, Emily Cooper - creator of Travel Boss - breaks down the exact pathway she used. If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to get paid to travel, but I don’t even know where to start,” this episode gives you the roadmap.Inside this episode, we talk about:🔗 The low-effort affiliate placement that could start paying you — without creating anything new.💼 The transition from affiliate income to paid brand deals (and what changes at that level)📩 What actually goes into pitching yourself to brands — and what makes a company say yes🧠 The subtle but critical difference between promoting your own offer vs. promoting a brand you’re contracted with💸 Why follower count matters less than you think — and what brands are really looking for📊 How to position your audience so brands see you as an asset, not just exposure📩 The subtle subject line shift that decides whether your pitch gets opened… or buried.🏝️ The “retreat loophole” that takes away the biggest financial risk of hosting✈️ How brand partnerships can offset retreat costs — without it feeling forced🔥 And the exact order she recommends you build this — so you’re not skipping stepsIf you’re a yoga teacher dreaming of destination retreats, sponsored stays, or adding affiliate income to your revenue streams… this episode will expand what’s possible.🧘🏻‍♀️Connect with MaKenzieYour 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 EmilyFollow her on Instagram: @emilyeatsandexplores🎧 If This Episode Sparked Something, Listen Next:💸How Spending $17K Tripled My Yoga Teaching Income🔥When Your Breakdown Becomes Your Brand w/ Gail Cooper👉🏼How Confidence, Curiosity & Vulnerability Leads to Your Dream Students w/ Taylor TracksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Interested in the Yogipreneur Mastermind? Get on the waitlist for round 4.0 kicking off Aug 2026! Ever feel like you’re doing everything right for your health… but your body still isn’t cooperating?Like you’re motivated one week… exhausted the next… starving out of nowhere… and quietly wondering what’s wrong with you?Nothing’s wrong with you.You might just be living like a man on a 24-hour clock — in a body that runs on a 28-day rhythm.In this episode, Jess Suchan and I dive into cyclical living — what it actually looks like to work with your hormones instead of fighting them — and why this might be the missing piece in women’s wellness (especially for yoga teachers).In This Episode:👉🏼 The quiet way “male-based” wellness advice keeps high-achieving women exhausted✨ The phase where you feel magnetic and bold — and the one where you suddenly doubt your entire life🌙 Why your cycle mirrors the moon — and how to sync with it even if your period is unpredictable🥩 Why “steak on your period” might be more intuitive than your green smoothie🔥 The ovulation myth that sounds empowering… but actually sets women up to feel broken🧘🏻‍♀️ The week your nervous system is whispering “slow down” — and you’re signed up for HIIT🍫 The nutrient almost every woman is deficient in (and why your chocolate craving isn’t random)💥 What really happens when you push through your luteal phase like it’s follicular🌿 How to plan launches, creative work, tough conversations, and rest around your hormonal rhythmIf you’re a yoga teacher — this conversation will change how you plan your classes, your workouts, your content, and your energy.If you’re a woman — this will change how you treat yourself.Press play and start working with your rhythm instead of against it.🎧 If This Episode Sparked Something, Listen Next:Transmuting Trauma through Sacred Sensuality w/ Shayna HillerWhere Neuroscience and Yoga Collide w/ Bassanti PathakYou Are Not Just a Body: Understanding Your Three Selves for Real Healing w/ Sarah DeBlockBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Interested in the Yogipreneur Mastermind? Get on the waitlist for round 4.0 kicking off Aug 2026! Have you ever had a moment that made you question everything about the way you’re working and living?I have.And in this episode, I’m taking you behind the curtain and into five real-life moments that made me realize I couldn’t keep doing business as usual—and that building my own yoga business wasn’t just an idea, it was inevitable.Here’s what I share:😭 The breakdown during a teacher training that changed everything📉 The challenge that flopped—and what I learned the hard way🚫 The “no” that pushed me out of the studio and into my own power📈 How one decision helped me launch a high-converting challenge🍼 What a pregnancy test taught me about legacy, livelihood, and leadership💌 A letter from my future self that still gives me goosebumpsIf you’ve ever felt the pull toward something bigger—but haven’t taken the leap yet—this one is for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Interested in the Yogipreneur Mastermind? Get on the waitlist for round 4.0 kicking off Aug 2026! Are you working harder than ever… but still not getting the results you want from your yoga business?You might not need a new strategy—you might need a new belief system. In this episode, I’m unpacking five common thought patterns that silently sabotage yoga teachers from growing beyond the studio grind and into sustainable success.Here’s what we dive into:🧠 Why believing “studio teaching is the only way” limits your potential👣 How I replaced my studio income with a scrappy little online offer💸 The exact moment I stopped apologizing for wanting to make more money🧘🏽‍♀️ What yoga sequencing can teach you about sales (seriously)📣 The real reason your marketing might be falling flat👀 Why big audiences don’t matter nearly as much as you think they doIf you’re feeling underpaid, overworked, or unsure of what’s really holding you back from thriving—this one is for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Interested in the Yogipreneur Mastermind? Get on the waitlist for round 4.0 kicking off Aug 2026! Ever wondered how to teach in a way that honors rhythm?In this episode, I sit down with yoga teacher, YTT educator, and retreat leader Sydney McCowan to explore what it really means to hold space with rhythm, inclusivity, and reverence for lived experience. In this episode, we chat about:🌊 What it means to teach with your menstrual cycle, not against it🤎 The difference between inclusive language and performative buzzwords🧘🏽‍♀️ How to guide a room full of people with totally different hormonal rhythms 📚 The surprising places Sydney finds inspiration for sequencing and theming🛑 What she had to unlearn about hustle culture, productivity, and doing it all🌿 The wisdom of seasonal slownessIf you’ve been craving permission to lead in a way that’s slower, more sensory, and centered in truth—this one’s for you.👀 Check out the links from today’s episode: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. Looking for Sydney? Check out these links!📲 @sydneymccowan🧘🏻‍♀️ Flow with Sid📖 Read Wild Power by Alexandra Pope & Sjanie Hugo WurlitzerEnjoy This Episode? Check Out These Similar EpisodesTransmuting Trauma through Sacred Sensuality w/ Shayna HillerHighs & Lows of Studio Ownership, Svadhyaya & Self Study w/ Ruby ChandlerYoga for EVERY body; Jivana Heyman on Accessibility, Diversity, & InclusivityBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

What if your “relaxing” yoga class was triggering someone’s trauma response?Candles. Cues. Eye pillows. Music.The stuff we think creates calm might be doing the exact opposite—and most teachers have no idea.Senior teacher Liz Albanis gets honest and unfiltered about the hidden ways yoga can harm—and how to teach with real sensitivity.Inside this raw + eye-opening episode:🧠 Yoga as penicillin? Why what heals one student could harm another😬 The “nourishing” studio elements that quietly dysregulate trauma survivors💪🏽 That pose isn’t hard—it’s literally not possible in their skeleton🚪 Emergency exits, mat placement, blink rate: what they reveal about your students🌀 Relaxation ≠ Regulation (and why that distinction really matters)🧘🏼‍♀️ Real choice goes way beyond “take what you need”📣 Should yoga ever push buttons? Liz says… maybe not.🥹 One student passed out, the teacher laughed. Liz has thoughtsWhether you're brand new to trauma-awareness or deep in the work, this convo will shift how you see your role as a teacher.Know someone who needs this? Send it their way 💛 and don’t forget to tag @masteryouryogateaching. Check out the links from today’s episode:Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. ✨ Try Liz’s free 14-day trauma-informed yoga programEnjoy This Episode? Check Out These Similar EpisodesTransmuting Trauma through Sacred Sensuality w/ Shayna HillerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

SHOP THE BLACK FRIDAY BLOWOUT SALE (Discounts Disappear Dec 1st 2025 at midnight! ⏰🔗 What if your burnout was the blueprint?Gail didn’t plan to teach yoga. But her midlife unraveling—paired with years of quiet home practice—became the foundation for a business that feels like a deep exhale.Now? She’s the founder of Yin Fusion Yoga Nest, a soulful online membership mixing yin, Reiki, and crystal healing… all born from her story.Here’s what you’ll hear:💥 How corporate burnout led her straight to her mat—and a whole new path😬 Why walking into a yoga studio felt scarier than switching careers👉🏼 The surprisingly simple structure that made launching feel doable✨ How she turned a “personal practice” into a signature method (that sells)💡 The sales page moment that made her say: “This is really happening”😻 The class that doubled in size when members brought their pets🧘️‍♀️ Why chair yoga and silent meditations are becoming her signature style💬 Her advice for anyone overthinking their first offer (hint: just start messy) 🌟 What she learned about marketing that finally made it click Ready to turn your stuck idea into something you can’t stop talking about?SHOP THE BLACK FRIDAY BLOWOUT SALE (Discounts Disappear Dec 1st 2025 at midnight! ⏰ 🔗Join Gail at YinFusionYogaNest.com🐿 Or drop into her free “Silent Pause” every Monday—pets welcome.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

SHOP THE BLACK FRIDAY BLOWOUT SALE (Discounts Disappear Dec 1st 2025 at midnight! ⏰ 🔗Have you ever been bored with your teaching? We’re talking, "I'm sick of the sound of my own voice,” bored…Tori Lubecki’s been there. Once a Cirque du Soleil aerialist (yes, seriously), she made the leap into yoga teaching—and quickly realized she was just going through the motions. Her classes were technically solid... but something was missing.You don’t need to teach more—you need to teach deeper.We get into:👉🏼 The “boring herself” moment that sent her down a learning rabbit hole😬 The old habit that made her look confident—but secretly held her back🧘🏻‍♀️ The weird thing she believes separates forgettable teachers from magnetic ones🎯 How she builds classes that feel fresh, even when she’s teaching 12x a week✨ Her secret sauce for theming (and why she never teaches someone else’s theme)🌴 The one environment where she has unlimited energy (even on no sleep)🎭 Why she ditched the “light in me sees the light in you” ending for something better📚 The little system that keeps her organized, inspired, and always ready to teachThis one’s for the teachers who know they’ve got more to give—but just need a nudge (or a theme) to bring it out.Interested in the Mat to Mat Yoga Teacher Challenge, Confident & Captivating course, and Inspired Flow Monthly membership mentioned in this episode? Join the Black Friday BLOWOUT waitlist to get in (at the lowest price of the year). Connect with ToriLike this Episode Check out these others that might light a fire!What Happens on a 10 day Vipassana Meditation retreat w/ Tori LubeckiClarity; Finding Your Path & Purpose w/ Paul Benedict Teaching Beyond the Pose: A Real-Life Before and After with Jodi VoegeleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

? 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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

What if the “safe” path is actually keeping you stuck?If you’re craving more freedom, more income, or just more you in your yoga business—this episode is a must. Kristi Chaves drops straight-up wisdom on building a business that supports your actual life, not just your schedule.You’ll hear:👶🏼 What it really takes to grow a 400K biz while raising a baby🧘🏻‍♀️ The surprising reason yoga teachers are primed for coaching😳 Why “job security” might be the biggest lie you’ve believed💡 What to ignore when everyone online is shouting business advice📬 The fastest way to get your first clients (spoiler: it’s not a funnel)♻️ How repeating one offer can explode your growth🔥 What she learned behind the scenes of that Hormozi launch🤯 Her strategy for 98% client retention—without constant launching💬 How to charge without guilt and serve more people in the process👀 The mindset shift that helps you stop playing small—for goodThis one’s packed. Send it to your yoga bestie who’s ready to break free from the burnout hustle—and tag @masteryouryogateaching when you do so we can cheer you on. If you are liking this episode check out some of our others like it: The Money Mindset Makeover with Kate LombardoThe Damaging Effects of Tying Our Worth to Our Work w/ Gihan SaiidThe Financially Empowered Yogi; How to Find $$$ Flow & Freedom w/ Bree SosciaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

🎙️ 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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Ever wonder why some days you can roll with life’s chaos… and other days it totally takes you out?  Yeah, me too.  Life’s too short to stay stuck in reaction mode when you can learn to live in response.In this special rebroadcast from Radical Joy with my friend James, we get into the real, unpolished side of yoga, life, and staying grounded when everything feels a little sideways. This isn’t about perfect poses or picture-worthy zen—it’s about what happens when you actually live the practice.  Big love to James and the Radical Joy crew for inviting me into such an open, laugh-til-you-snort kind of conversation.Here’s a peek at what you’ll hear:👉🏼 How a random cruise ship coffee date a decade ago still shapes my mornings.😬 The Vegas-show-girl-meets-yoga-teacher connection you didn’t see coming.🧘🏻‍♀️ Why flexibility is the worst excuse not to try yoga (and what it’s really about).💥 The postpartum “moment” I posted about that made my husband raise an eyebrow—and my inbox explode.✨ The sneaky way yoga rewires your reactions without you noticing.😂 Sweat, tears, and the weird things they have in common.🥵 What happens in class when your body starts “whistling.”📚 How a book club for yoga nerds turned into beach-front retreats in Bali and Tulum.🪞 The two words that secretly hold the key to more joy than you think.🎧 Hit play for stories that’ll make you laugh, maybe tear up, and definitely see yoga (and yourself) in a whole new light.  This is a conversation that’s equal parts laughter, honesty, and “oh wow, me too” moments. Connect with MaKenzieCheck Out Radical Joy PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

What if props weren’t optional—but the secret to smarter, stronger, more inclusive yoga?Jenny Clise is here to flip everything you thought you knew about teaching with props (and she brought 800+ variations to prove it).✨ Props aren’t just a crutch—they’re a superpower when used intentionally.🧘🏻‍♀️ Jenny’s classes don’t offer props… they require them (and her students love it).😳 A Cirque du Soleil story that’ll make you rethink how “gentle” blocks really are.💥 The subtle language shift that changes your students’ entire relationship to props.🎯 Her go-to method for Chaturanga that gets students stronger and more confident.🧩 How to sneak props into your class without slowing the flow.🔥 The moment her Type A students thought props were advanced—and why that changed everything.💡 Why your “grab a block if you need it” cue might be backfiring—and what to say instead.🪄 The genius strategy behind using props as part of the pose, not just as an option.📚 How Jenny’s 2-year book project turned her into a producer, photographer, and prop queen.👉🏼 Hit play to rethink your prop game—and get inspired to teach with more purpose, power, and play.Get your copy of The Pose Bible now!Connect with MakenzieGet Jenny's Book!Connect with Jenny.If you liked this episode check these other episodes out. Stick Figuring Out Your Sequences w/ Karin BaltisbergerBest Class Planning Hack Ever!The Heart, Humanity, and Health Behind Power Yoga w/ Bryan KestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Can you be angry and yogic at the same time?✨ Author, activist, and teacher Susanna Barkataki says yes—and she’s here to help you live your yoga off the mat and into real life. This convo is a firestarter in the best way. In this episode, we chat about:🔥 The real reason your self-care routine might be making you tired, not whole👉🏼 How Susanna turned burnout into her boldest ideas yet😬 A yoga teacher confession: “I walked out thinking... that was terrible”✨ What it really means to steward yoga—not just teach it💥 The FIRE framework that brings you back when life steamrolls your practice🌱 Why “yoga isn’t yoga until you give it away”😳 Rage, grief, confusion—how to feel it all without flipping your lid📣 The poem she wrote out of pure fury—and how it launched a movementFrom burnout to boldness, rage to resilience, this episode is your permission slip to live yoga loud, messy, and real.✨ If this episode cracked something open for you, send it to your favorite yoga misfit, teacher, or truth-teller—and let’s spread the good fire and don't forget to tag @susannabarkataki and @masteryouryogateachingGet your creative sequences, a killer playlist, inspiring words of wisdom, & more… Join Inspired Flow Monthly now!Grab the book: Ignite Your Yoga or learn more: igniteyouryoga.comLike this episode check out these others:Highs & Lows of Studio Ownership, Svadhyaya & Self Study w/ Ruby ChandlerFrom Suppression to Expression w/ Alexander SchimmelTransmuting Trauma through Sacred Sensuality w/ Shayna HillerHow to Teach Yoga to Someone in Their Second Trimester of PregnancyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Feel like your practice isn’t really yours anymore?Between motherhood, teaching, and trying to meditate without getting tackled by toddlers… it’s easy to lose the thread. But what if your messiest season is actually the start of something better?In this episode, global meditation teacher Kelly Smith gets real with MaKenzie about navigating identity shifts, burnout, and the myth of “doing it all”—and she does it with heart & humor.👉🏼 The unexpected way MaKenzie and Kelly “slept together” (yep, that happened)🧠 What ADHD has to do with building a wildly successful wellness brand💥 The day Kelly lost $10k—and why it turned out to be a gift🧘🏻‍♀️ A breath practice your 4-year-old can do (and probably teach you something in the process)✨ Why meditating in front of your kids might be overrated🚫 The big lie about “clearing your mind”—and what meditation actually is💬 What Kelly says yoga nidra really is (spoiler: it’s not meditation)👀 Meditation styles that might not be safe for everyone—and how to teach with care💸 The pep talk yoga teachers didn’t know they needed about money, burnout, and worthFeeling seen? Hit play and let Kelly remind you that your practice still belongs to you.💌 Loved it? Share it with a mama, teacher, or friend who needs this—and tag @Masteryouryogateaching and @yogaforyouonline to let us know what hit home.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

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.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

Ever felt unsure how to truly support a pregnant student when they walk into class?This episode is part personal reflection, part teaching resource. I’m sharing my own second trimester journey—not just to document it, but to help yoga teachers feel more confident, compassionate, and informed when it comes to teaching pregnancy.Whether you’re pregnant yourself, teaching pregnant students, or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes of this season, there’s something here for you.In this episode, we talk about common symptoms, surprises + scary moments, and how pregnancy continues to shift my relationship with practice and teaching.Specifically, we chat about:🤐 Why the first trimester feels so lonely—and how the energy shifts when you can finally share✨ From glowing skin to growing belly—what makes this stage feel more “real”💙 The gender reveal moment that brought both joy and a surprising wave of emotion🩺 The health scare that sent me down a Google rabbit hole and what the specialist said that helped me breathe🍩 The test I failed that might change my prenatal care—and why it wasn’t a total shock🧘🏻‍♀️ How this pregnancy is changing my yoga practice (and what’s straight-up off the table)🔥 The pain that’s topping my complaint list—and how it’s changing the way I move🤯 Why being pregnant doesn’t automatically make me feel qualified to teach prenatal📚 The training I still haven’t taken—and why I think I want to now👶🏼 Looking ahead to third trimester, postpartum, and my plans for birth and beyondIf you haven’t yet, go back and listen to Part 1 of this series: “How to Teach Yoga to Someone in Their First Trimester of Pregnancy.”And if you know a prenatal yoga specialist who would be a brilliant guest for this series—I’d love your recommendations! DM @masteryouryogateaching or send them my way.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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. 

This classic text was on your YTT book list, but over half of it went over your head right? In this gem-packed episode, Ben Kalra takes us way beyond the mat and into the heart of the Yoga Sutras. But don’t worry—this isn’t some dry philosophy lecture. It’s juicy, grounded, and refreshingly real.Inside the episode:📜 Are the Sutras written for & applicable to everyone📿 The flashcard trick that changed everything😬 A mind pattern you’re definitely stuck in (but don’t realize)📘 Book One vs. Book Two— the main message of each📱 What “asana” really meant before we Instagrammed it🌬️ Why the fifth limb of yoga might be the one you’re skipping🧠 Are you meditating—or just marinating in your own mind? The nuanced difference between mindfulness and meditation according to Patanjali🕯️ One word that unlocks the whole path💥 The sutra Ben lives by (and maybe you will too)Whether you’ve studied the Sutras or never cracked the spine, this episode will have you thinking, “Wait—how did I miss that?”✨ If it landed for you, share it with a fellow yogi or post it to your stories. Tag @benkalra and @materyouryogateaching—we’d love to hear what’s sparking for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour 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.