Episode 149: YOGA ALLIANCE CHANGES:

WHY WE NEED STANDARDS AND HOW TO STAND OUT

Yoga Alliance has announced the biggest overhaul of its credentialing system in its nearly thirty year history, beginning in January 2027. In this episode I'll explain what’s actually changing for yoga teachers and schools, make the case for why our profession needs a governing body, standards, and credentialing, explore the real tensions around accreditation and continuing education, and I'll offer practical ways teachers can stand out and help the industry honor yoga’s roots while acknowledging it’s a business for many teachers.

• What’s Changing in 2027
•  Specialties and Continuing Education
•  Why We Need Standards
• The Tension with Accreditation
• How to Stand Out as a Teacher
• Preserving Yoga’s Roots in a Business Reality

Sources

Yoga Alliance: Find Your New Credential (FAQ)
Yoga Alliance: Membership and Credentials Reimagined

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