You ever have one of those days where you’re mid-savasana and think, “Could I actually teach this stuff?”
Not in a grand, flashy, influencer way—but from a place of deep respect, curiosity, and (let’s be honest) low-key obsession with the feeling you get when you leave a really good class?
Yeah. That feeling? It’s a sign. And I’m here to tell you something important:
You might be way more ready for Yoga Teacher Training than you think.
Let’s bust a myth or two.
A lot of people—women especially—talk themselves out of taking the leap because they’re not “advanced enough.”
Maybe they’ve only been practicing for a year or two. Maybe they’ve never done a headstand. Maybe they still Google the Sanskrit names for poses.
But here’s the thing no one tells you:
Yoga Teacher Training isn’t about how flexible your hamstrings are.
It’s about stretching your capacity to grow, learn, and lead—one breath at a time.
So, who is ready for YTT?
If you’re asking the question, that’s a pretty good start.
Readiness doesn’t mean being the best in the room. It means being open. Curious. Willing to show up.
Most reputable programs don’t expect you to be able to twist into a pretzel.
What they’re really looking for is presence—people who want to learn, to serve, and to deepen their connection with yoga and themselves.
“But I don’t want to teach—I just want to learn more about yoga.”
Perfect. That’s actually how a lot of people start.
YTT can be as much a personal growth journey as it is a professional one.
What you won’t need:
- A perfect “yoga body” (whatever that means)
- Thousands of followers
- The ability to float into crow pose
- A certain age, size, or aesthetic
What you will need:
- A consistent love for the practice (even if it's messy)
- Willingness to step outside your comfort zone
- A sense of humor for when you fall out of tree pose during practicum
Choosing the right program is everything.
There are so many trainings out there—online, hybrid, in-studio, intensive, part-time, you name it.
And trust me, the vibe matters.
Do the teachers actually see their students? Is there room for dialogue, feedback, community? Or is it just pre-recorded videos and an auto-generated certificate?
Here’s what a solid YTT should offer you:
- Real-time interaction (even online!)
- Feedback that’s thoughtful and not just “good job!”
- Opportunities to actually practice teach
- A community you feel safe in (this one’s huge)
Okay, but what happens after you graduate?
Another myth? That you have to leave training ready to launch a yoga empire.
Some grads start teaching right away. Others take their time, teach a few friends, or explore different niches like prenatal yoga, trauma-informed teaching, or meditation. Some never teach formally at all—and still feel transformed.
Yoga Teacher Training is less of a finish line and more like... an open door.
Final thoughts
If you’ve been circling the idea of taking a Yoga Teacher Training—writing it down in your journal, saving Instagram posts, whispering “maybe next year”—consider this your nudge.
Not a shove. Not a scream. Just a quiet, heartfelt yes from someone who’s walked the same path.
Because the truth?
You don’t wait until you’re confident to begin.
You begin—and confidence meets you on the mat.
If you’ve been nodding along and thinking, “Maybe this is something I’m ready for”… you probably are.
Click here to learn more about the Fundamentals of Yoga: 200HR Teacher Training offered by Body Mind Fitness—no pressure, just a heartfelt invitation to explore what might be the next right step in your journey.
