COFFEE CHAT - Teaching ONLINE and in-person Q&A (Part 3)

[@yogawithkassandra]

Turns out I talk a lot 😬 PS - I launched a new online course ✨🕉️ Yoga Philosophy: Yama & Niyama 👉yamaniyamacourse.com/

[@Washingtonfambam]

You are sincerely the only teacher who explains the best out of all!! I've try a lot of teachers on youtube but there is something special, caring and explicative in a relaxed way that makes me drawn to you. I can't get enough of your classes! With everything going on now, it would be a blessing that you start teacher teachers to be (like an academy) so we can get our certificate from you directly !😇

[@samanthawalker6677]

This is the best coffee chat so far. I love that you are so honest and still so 'real' and fun despite now having over a million subscribers. I completed a yoga TT at the end of 2019 but have never actually taught due to covid, loss of confidence, injuries etc. Hearing about your 'journey' and experiences to date has given me an inspirational boost and a kick up the butt. Thank you for sharing such great advice, tips and general 'I can do this' encouragement 🙏

[@NinaBAstrology]

I cannot fathom how someone as humble, gentle, and good at their job as you can receive hate mail! Thank you, this video was so informative and inspiring :)

[@yogawithkassandra]

Aw haha it's not a lot, but people will find anything to complain about lol

[@workingtitle514]

@@yogawithkassandra pure envy, there's a lot of that! You just go ahead and continue being the best!

[@ivonne1049]

I was thinking exactly the same

[@jaxsy3386]

You absolutely should be proud and confident! Your classes have SAVED me in so many ways throughout this pandemic. I will absolutely never stop watching/doing your classes! Thank you for all you do!

[@melodyaminian9008]

This conversation was very helpful, thank you Kassandra. I find these insights even relevant for anyone starting a small business. I love your sequencing, but what really drew me in was your tie-in to the spiritual side of yoga (the affirmations, chants, mudras,..). I also love that you have instruction available for short routines and long yin yoga routines. I appreciate your authenticity. Proud to have watched your channel grow over the years.

[@PeachesSkinCare]

I was referred to you by one of my lovely subscribers Lisa. I have a channel I started in March after I had to close my three holistic skin care salons because of Covid. I teach beauty and anti aging naturally and with grace( I am 54 and I don’t do anything invasive to my skin and I don’t use special ring lights or wear foundation or concealer) my point I am NATURAL 😉It has been a blessing on so many levels( I love helping people !) but also so hard to be accepted by others on the beauty channels and have people find me. Thank You for your well spoken and kind words. I won’t give up. Subscribed 🙌🏻🍑Lisa

[@catherine1443]

Love this video so much. I did my 200 hour years ago and still haven't felt comfortable enough to teach much, online or in person. This video had some amazing tips and was very motivating! You're so well spoken and have such a comfortable vibe. I also love your videos more than any other online teachers. Keep up the good work and thank you for all you provide!

[@DebraWilderMeditation]

You are the only yoga teacher I do that doesn’t have a five person team. I’ll stick to lazy Vlogs and meditation 😝 Great video for teachers of anything. We all have something we can share online 🌈

[@KaminariGame]

true

[@VanessaPipiripingo]

You are so sweet and kind in your classes and videos. Your sequences are fun and inspiring. Your cues are clear. The themes (like lunar, seasons, etc) make me connect with nature. You are great Kassandra. I'm so happy to have you as my online teacher 🙏

[@YogawithJoelle]

Thank you so much for this, Kassandra. It's wonderful inspiration for those of us still early in our KZbin teaching journey. Love your channel!

[@brendalongacre487]

I LOVE your passion for teaching, for helping others who may be considering this path.

[@Nina16]

I absolutely love your old videos! Those imperfections are part of the journey and show me I can also get better with time! Thank you

[@AC_2.4-10]

I have been loving these chats so much. You are such a gift to this online yoga community and I hope you are on here for many more years!! ❤️

[@kayleena.7708]

I have no interest in teaching online but I decided to check out the video just because I watch all your videos! Your fear of what other people thought of you before you started or early on is so reminiscent of me switching careers, not having the schooling like everyone else does, etc. It was so helpful to hear you share your insecurities.

[@abbyhuntley3171]

Yes!! You’re so right about cues! Your cues are so great Kassandra, you never assume that everyone knows exactly what every single yoga pose is but you also hit a good balance with intermediate and advanced practitioners who need fewer cues ❤️

[@kathrynanne6332]

I'm glad you talked about your sequencing :) I have tried a lot of other yoga teachers on youtube, and they are good as well, but your classes are the most enjoyable and I think it's because of your sequences! They just flow really well. Thanks!

[@MireyaSemelas]

Thank you Kassandra for another series of these coffee (or sparkling water) chats! I enjoy getting to know you a little better and I'm thankful for all the great recommendations and insights. 💕

[@yogawithkassandra]

Thanks for tuning in :)

[@caprimoon888]

Love the fact you keep all your videos on KZbin regardless of when made. Your journey has been amazing and a learning curve. I love how authentic you are always !

[@abbyhuntley3171]

Love you Kassandra! Your confidence has definitely built over time and you are such a fantastic teacher! That said, even your very earliest videos are super practices!

[@vaughnutube327]

'People think I know what I'm doing' ... all one really needs is a good attitude and one'll always know what they are doing :-). You know it's been a real pleasure/privilege to be of a time to receive your enlightened perspectives wherever they may lead. You're so cool, keep her coming, and thanks a bunch for sharing.

[@yogawithkassandra]

Thanks for watching :)

[@ChristineAngelfa]

I thank you so much because you introduced me to yoga with the 10 min morning yoga challenges. I've been doing yoga everyday since because it helps so much with my anxiety. Thank you💙

[@LoveandSoul7]

dear Kassandra, thank you so much. I'm in tears - good tears!- of gratitude and feeling seen. I'm just beginning my journey as an online creator - my channel is about spirituality and relaxation --and it's very hard some days! growth is slow and I question myself, am I good enough? do people care? But I shake off those thoughts and focus on how much happiness and purpose it brings me. the meaningful connection and making a positive impact in my viewers really outweighs the challenges!! thank you again for your vulnerability and guidance. big love to you!!

[@kierrakostal9042]

You’re such a true inspiration! Thank you for being so raw. ❤️🌻

[@eduardobellon1892]

Thank YOU so much for this “ground to the Earth” experience chat Kassandra! I do want to start teaching in a Mid-term period, and all these tips will be pretty useful, for sure! Namaste 🙏🏼

[@yogaonyourtime]

Hi Kassandra! Can't tell you how much these videos have helped me not quit building my KZbin channel. I've just started making video about a month ago, I'm super uncomfortable on camera and I'm horrible at technology. I'm getting better. I just wanna say thanks. one of your videos about shooting videos helped me through one of the hardest times I've had trying to shoot. It can really be frustrating and it helps alot to hear someone as good as you still goes through it.

[@juliaevar]

You are so real and authentic! I love your classes & chats a lot ♥

[@vistavie9972]

Kassandra merci beaucoup pour ton partage d'expérience! Cela me rassure tellement! merci vraiment pour ta générosité et la qualité de tes vidéos!

[@mahayoga]

Wow, Kassandra, that was incredibly helpful plus insightful!! Especially because there is soo much to learn teaching online instead of in person. Thank you for taking the time making this video, indeed very special to me! ✨🙏🏽🤍

[@leonaisaac1368]

Thank you for being so transparent Kassandra. I dont plan on starting KZbin but I started a blog this year and have a desire to work from home one day.... this has is very helpful, insightful and inspiring. Keep up the good work😊

[@sandrabenegas9449]

Thank you Kassandra for being so honest and for taking the time making this video. It was incredibly helpful and insightful. It's wonderful inspiration for those of us in our KZbin teaching journey. ❤️

[@coni.rollin]

I love your voice! Makes your classes so relaxing. Love from Argentina

[@YogawithCassidy]

I really enjoyed this video! These are some great tips. I totally agree with your comment about in-person teaching being hands down the best way to learn about student’s bodies and how they work🙏🏻

[@carahunter1706]

Thank you! I’m not a yoga teacher but I’m terrified of the camera and that’s not a great fear to have in 2020. So many meetings that would have otherwise been in person are now through zoom. The tips on confidence and not looking at yourself in the camera will be helpful!!

[@AndreaJosefineYoga]

111 likes 1 dislike 1.1 k views... I've wanted to teach online for a few weeks now but I've been too afraid. If that isn't a sign, wow. 💜

[@briannabreck9255]

Thank you Kassandra for all the good info! I am going to have to rewatch this multiple times and take notes! I am always inspired by you and I hope to start my own KZbin channel once my YTT is complete in January. You rock 👊🏻

[@malemaline]

You look really beautiful here and you are the best yoga teacher I've come across. I like the style of yin and that you don't talk a lot during the poses, plus you are very relateable. Just wanted to leave a positive comment.

[@poojamehra20]

Thank you so very much for your guidance. Iam into yoga for the past 3 yrs and did by TTC 200 hrs last year in 2019. Well iam planning to give online classes now but due to my health issues for the past 8 months i couldn't start, also have lost my confidence and strength. But after watching your this video it has given me some positive vibes and energy so hopefully i could start with my practice sooner . Thank you so much again.🙏

[@teodoraaudoinyoga1353]

Very valuable tips. Thanks a lot, Kassandra! Love your yoga classes and coffee chat videos👍☺️✨

[@marypl4152]

thank you Kassandra, I'm loving these chats! I love your cues, so easy to follow along, and your sequencing is fabulous. I'm shocked people would send you hate mail! I often read a lot of the comments after I write my own and I see a lot of people who are grateful and whom you've touched with your wonderful yoga flows and your chats and sage advice, so never mind the haters ;) Namasté from Spain

[@anneadkins4686]

Thank you so much for all your advice here. I have used a lot of your tips when I had to teach virtually during the last couple of years. I have now passed a link of this to my fellow yoga teacher trainees (I'm doing a second 200 hour training - Anusara hatha), and hopefully they will find this as helpful as I found it.

[@hollybyoga2277]

This was great and really informative for me as a new teacher. I have to stream my classes live on a facebook page for the studio I teach at and I focus on making sure my poses are perfect and giving so many cues instead of reading the room and looking at the students who are there with me. I will definitely be doing this from now on, thank you :)

[@melrox8809]

Good morning Kassandra. I've been enjoying your coffee chats.

[@nimgreensmile113]

Thank you so much for your kind explanation, Kassandra 💐

[@ElevateEssenceWithJulia]

Thank you so much for all this amazing information!! Your videos are always so inspiring!!! ☺️💕

[@Bhappytarot]

I very much enjoyed this! I have started ad stopped creating online classes several times and I am not teaching yoga right now bc of Covid and really miss teaching! I am inspired.. so thank you!!

[@crimsonhope9394]

Thank you so much, Kassandra! This was so helpful and inspiring! 💖 I really love how humble you are and how much help and encouragement you give to others! 🙏 (And I'm disgusted and shocked about the hate mails/get bullied thing... these poor people really need to work on getting a life!)

[@michelleruiz1420]

Thank you for the time and effort that went into this helpful video 🤍

[@luxetolowkey]

So excited to wake up and see this video this morning! I’ve been going back and forth about getting started teaching online. Thank you for doing this!

[@normaronces5676]

Very interesting and nice chat! Thanks for sharing your insights. I'm one of your students and recently launched a book for meeting planners, despite of all those impostor syndrome implications you mentioned. Now I'm working on the corresponding online course. Your words and advise have gotten close to my heart. ;)

[@figbotanicals2229]

Your cues are great, on time and on point

[@PureSimpleSkin]

thanks so much ... I love your mic system. Great investment and on my wish list someday :) You are one that I love to come to for classes because I can hear you so well

[@haileyhayes8986]

I’m actually in my RYT training and I was going to start teaching online this month, so this video was perfect timing! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with us all! 🙏🏻✨

[@yogawithkassandra]

Hope it helps :)

[@GG-pg9jf]

hahaha you're funny Kassandra!!! I love your humility. You are an inspiration!

[@컬리아s요가스튜디오]

Awww.... this is so helpful! Thanks for sharing your tips and thoughts. Loved it 💗💗💕🙏🏻

[@awakenyourlifeyoga7929]

Thank you so much for this video Kassandra! I found it so helpful and encouraging since I’m just starting out on the journey of teaching online. :)

[@cehernandez11]

Most grateful that connected SO very much, thank you

[@stellamarisgallardo487]

Really nice talk! Thanks a lot Kassandra!

[@jenniiferdo]

this was so, so informative, thank you so much for sharing your insights and experiences kassandra!

[@jenniiferdo]

hahahahaha also love the spider's appearance at 42:07 😝

[@soulnourishingpilates]

Great tips thanks so much for taking the time to share this info Kassandra 🙏🏼

[@YogawithShaunneka]

Thank you Kassandra, that was very insightful.😊 Loving these coffee chats!

[@DansluniversdeNoemie]

Love these Coffee (sparkling water) chats. 😊

[@nishusingh6787]

Thank u so much Kassandra 😍🥰

[@kathrynfoyle6487]

Fantastic advice, really helpful Kassandra 🙏👍❤️

[@fairy1085]

Thank you Kassandra, you are my inspiration 🙏

[@floridanativelh568]

Excellent video🧘🏼‍♀️ so clear and articulate and superb content😀🇺🇸

[@iloveMAKEUPxD]

I really enjoyed this video thank you so much for your tips 🙏🏽 I'll officially become a YT in January and I'm so excited but so nervous for what I'm going to do after! This really helped and I always enjoy listening to you anyway so thanks again 😊❤

[@yogagwithgillianmcclure4790]

Great advice as always. Thank you

[@mariadillon860]

Great video..... Do you know there is a distracting fly on your blind at 40:19... I thought it was on my tablet and kept wiping it😉🙃🤫🤭🤓😊🤣

[@twinkletwinklelittlestar8639]

I like your videos. You are such a great and inspiring person.

[@DebraWilderMeditation]

You could make this into a Udemy class... for yoga teachers or KZbinrs.

[@Jo_spice_blackwood]

Yes

[@athanasiaaeridou9575]

Thank you Kassandra🙏💜

[@yogaconlaura636]

Thank you Kassandra, very inspired video! :)

[@twanyoungstar]

Your amazing for this video🙏🏼😎 really motivated me to get myself going💕

[@helenfuf5028]

Thnak you a lot! It was very interesting and vivid at the end as first the bug was approaching you then the light came and you went into Nirvana)))

[@manditrotto3425]

Thank you, thank you for your insights! I'm curious about insurance...who do you use? Is there anything in particular that we really want to make sure is covered, something that might get overlooked? There are so many options out there, some that are even yoga instructor specific. I want to make sure I make an informed decision and not get too caught up in some of the "perks" that some companies offer/boast.

[@intomundo]

Dear Kassandra, thank you so much for your authenticity and your great videos. I have been following you for a while now, and you resonate ;-)! I am a beginning yin yoga teacher. starting off with in person classes, but looking forward to teach online. My idea was to start off with live online classes, instead of recorded ones. Since you only talk about recorded online classes, I was wondering what are your thoughts about teaching Live online classes. Did you do that in the beginning of your teaching career? Hope to hear from you. Warm regards, Jorina (The Netherlands)

[@centreforthehealingarts9229]

Really helpful...thank you!

[@Jo_spice_blackwood]

This was great to listen to whether considering online training or not! I related to techniques that are recommended to video (talking direct to the camera or lens..actually will need to revisit but I got it!) I've recently been recording videos and seen i automatically looked at the bottom of the screen instead of directly to the lenses. The audience. If I've got that fight?!) Thank you

[@elainelucke]

Thanks so much!!

[@elfbahar]

I can't understand you but I love you and your voice and i feeling relax when watching you from the turkey ❤️❤️😍😋🤗

[@أحبأمي-ف8ط]

Just love you!!

[@oceand7497]

I woke up early to do your Tuesday video on the 7 day challenge in the app, I can’t believe I’m the 6th comment!

[@yogawithkassandra]

:)

[@oceand7497]

Omg, you replied! Thank you for all you do 😊

[@Sarah-vz1ku]

Thank you for your chat Kassandra. What video editing software do you use?

[@themccorkells4398]

How long does it take you to plan your classes? (online or in person)

[@gurudra]

🙏

[@marinaalex0510]

Dear Kassandra. I have no intention to be a yoga teacher, so this a question from a viewer/student - Have you ever considered to voice over your videos instead of talking while exercising? And if probably not - why? Thanks

[@workingtitle514]

Is it so wrong to have your notes nearby while you're doing a class, just in case you forget what's next in the sequence? That's another myth about yoga, teachers always have their notes with them, why can't a yoga teacher do so? I know it's maybe a matter of image, but yoga teachers are also human! :)

[@awakenyourlifeyoga7929]

I always teach with notes! 🙈

[@workingtitle514]

@@awakenyourlifeyoga7929 I have my notes nearby just in case... sometimes I need them, sometimes I don't 😊

[@MsBloo]

I wonder what your full time job was prior to transitioning fully to being a yoga teacher?

[@yogawithkassandra]

I worked for the government! I talked a bit more about it in the first coffee chat video :)

[@Geaweel]

❤️

[@abbyhuntley3171]

I want to do a quick shoutout to another YT yoga teacher: flowithzo. Definitely check her out, she is so lovely. She’s from Harrogate in the North of England and her channel is a lot smaller but still fantastic 💖

[@zjunong4201]

Hi

[@nishusingh6787]

👍👍👍👍🧠🧠

[@gabriellabogdan4454]

🕉🕉🕉🕉🕉☯️💖

[@meetusidhu7863]

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