Meet Megan!

Megan completed her 200 hour yoga teaching training in Spain with us in 2019 and has been teaching yoga ever since. Get to know our students and graduates in this monthly blog post. Yogi of the Month.

When did you complete your yoga teacher training course with us?

I finished my training at the beginning of February 2019 which is nearly 19 months of teaching already....crazy!

How did you feel about teaching yoga before you completed the 200hr teacher training course?

I was so excited about doing the course, particularly the thought of going on my own, meeting new people and deepening my yoga practice. In saying that, the thought of me ever actually teaching yoga wasn't a real goal of mine mainly because I didn't believe I could achieve it! I have always had a fear of public speaking so I was apprehensive about that part of teaching but I also knew that I wanted to challenge myself. Yoga has always had a calming influence over my life so I was hoping it could be the magic ingredient in calming my public speaking nerves too. I think when you asked us all at the start 'who wants to teach after the course?' I didn't even raise my hand because I was embarrassed at thinking I could!

What advice would you give to people thinking about taking a Yoga Teacher Training Course?

Try not to get overwhelmed by the amount of different courses available. If possible, think of the two or three key aspects of yoga that are important to you and seek those out in a course. And remember, you don't have to have it all figured out, or have bags of confidence before you go. You will meet people with diverse personality traits, different yoga backgrounds and practices; and you will grow and develop a confidence unique to you through the course. Lastly, remember to relax and enjoy all the reasons why you came to the yoga practice while you are there. It is an intense learning environment but it is also a huge privilege to have the time and resource to do it so enjoy the process!

What is your favourite thing about teaching yoga classes?

I love introducing people to yoga and seeing the therapeutic effects the practice has on them. I like teaching a small class and getting to know people through the practice, keeping the classes light hearted and relaxed.

When can we join you?! (when and where are your classes?!)

I teach two evening classes a week in the Void Art Gallery in Derry, Northern Ireland - 5:30pm on a Tuesday and Thursday. A great opportunity to get your fill of contemporary art too :)

You can see what Megan is up to on Instagram @makespace.bymegan and facebook https://www.facebook.com/MakeSpace.byMegan/

Thanks Megan!