Yoga Teacher Travails & Transformations with Leslie Kaminoff

This interview podcast features Jacob Kyle conversing with Leslie Kaminoff, a renowned yoga anatomy expert. The discussion begins with Kyle's introduction of the concept of "digestion" in learning, emphasizing the need for time to integrate new knowledge before teaching it. Kaminoff then proposes a three-tiered system for yoga teacher education: instructor (200-hour training), teacher (incorporating personal experience and articulation), and educator (teacher trainer). They delve into the evolution of yoga education, the impact of the pandemic, and the challenges of maintaining quality amidst the rise of various yoga styles. A key takeaway is Kaminoff's emphasis on balancing "sthira" (stability/technique) and "sukha" (ease/inquiry) in teaching, advocating for a more trauma-informed and student-centered approach.