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How to Become a Pre-Natal Yoga Instructor

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By Keri Mikulski
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Prenatal Yoga is a specifically designed yoga program for pregnant women. Practicing Prenatal Yoga yields many benefits including flexibility, toned muscles, increased balance and coordination, as well as teaching relaxation techniques. Currently, Prenatal Yoga is extremely popular and instructors are in high demand.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Internet access
  1. Step 1

    Become familiar with yoga. Take classes to learn different types of yoga first before becoming a prenatal yoga instructor. You must have a background in yoga and some prenatal yoga certifications require participants to be registered yoga instructors before beginning a program.

  2. Step 2

    Attend a prenatal yoga class. Observe the class and talk to prenatal instructors. Find out how they became instructors and where they earned their certification.

  3. Step 3

    Decide where you want to work. Some instructors prefer to own their own studio. While others, prefer to work for an established gym or Yoga facility. Investigate the pros and cons of each type of work environment.

  4. Step 4

    Investigate what types of certifications or workshops you need to complete to earn your dream job. Begin to search for certifications or workshops offered in your area or online. The Internet is an ideal place to search for courses.

  5. Step 5

    Decide on the course you want to take and begin to work towards your prenatal yoga instructor certification.

Tips & Warnings
  • Although the Internet is great for searching for workshops, classes and certifications, beware of scams. Ask to speak to a graduate of the course or workshop before sending any money.

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