It's been a busy day -- preparing to teach, then teaching, then thought I was subbing, but that turned out to be a mistake (isn't that what we have calendars for -- and I had it written down correctly). Now, I just finished a practice in which I taught myself.
I've practiced talks, practiced poses, but never, I repeat NEVER, have I taught myself a whole class.
I have to tell you, it's an effective way to work on your teaching. I started out speaking very quietly, in an empty studio no less. By the end of my 'class', I was really animated and loud. I kept looking towards the door whenever I heard a noise, expecting someone to come in for information and find me on the floor, teaching NO ONE (but myself).
It takes time, but it really tells you whether a sequence works, whether your alignment principle is appropriate, whether the theme fits with the heart quality, etc., etc., etc.
Enjoy the weekend,
About Me
- Leslie Salmon
- Fallbrook, California
- I have been teaching yoga since 2003 (and began my yoga practice in 1998 at the age of 48). I have maintained E-RYT 500 status with Yoga Alliance since 2007, and in 2013 received my Certification through the Anusara School of Hatha Yoga. In classes, I love to to hear people remark - "I didn't know I could do that!" or "Why do I work so hard, yet feel so good?". When not teaching or practicing yoga, time spent with husband, Grand-Dudes and family, and friends is time well spent. Learning, whether it be from a philosophy scholar, an asana teacher or from my students, is a life-long process -- all have lessons to offer me. I am listening - with space in my heart and mind - to all the voices around me. Thank you for reading.
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