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Attending a yoga teacher training program<\/a> demands a lot of effort physically, mentally, and emotionally. Many students start yoga teacher training (YTT)<\/a> with big hopes but little planning. The students who get the most out of a YTT are not always the most flexible or the most experienced. They tend to be the ones who show up with a plan and a clear intention, stay focused, work hard, and stay engaged. They see the program as a once in a lifetime opportunity for self-discovery and inner growth.<\/p>\n

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From my experience attending and leading yoga teacher training programs, here are tips to make the most of your YTT.<\/p>\n

Set a Clear and Realistic Intention (Sankalpa)<\/h2>\n

Sankalpa<\/em><\/a> is the yogic approach to setting and following an intention. This is not the same as a goal. A goal is a destination; a sankalpa is a direction. Most yoga students arrive at teacher training not sure if they want to teach someday. Or if they do, they are unclear on what style or population they want to work with. While it\u2019s unrealistic to think you will have all the answers or your path clearly laid out, the better direction you have, the better success you will have at attaining it.<\/p>\n

So before your program starts, take some time to reflect on what you wish to get out of your YTT. Ask yourself some questions to formulate your intentions and goals. Do you see yourself teaching yoga? If so, what qualities do you want to bring to your classes? How do I want my yoga practice to evolve during and after this program? What aspects of the curriculum (philosophy, anatomy, meditation, teaching) am I most eager to explore? What fears or doubts do I have about this training? What does success in this training look like for me beyond certification?<\/p>\n

Write your intentions down and take them with you. Revisit them throughout the training as a reminder of why you are here. The intensive nature of a YTT can change what you thought you wanted. Check in to see if your intentions need updating or refining as you move through the training.<\/p>\n

Immerse Yourself in the Training<\/h2>\n

A good quality YTT will flood you with information. It\u2019s typical to feel overwhelmed by this. It\u2019s normal to check out to some degree to regulate your system. But the more you can engage with the coursework, physical practice, and community interactions, the richer your learning experience will be.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how to best immerse yourself:<\/p>\n