Overview

Staying healthy is the latest craze on a majority of minds, and you can use that to your advantage by offering people an affordable way to stay healthy in the form of Yoga classes. Famed for their relaxation effects and overall health benefits, Yoga poses are a favourite among people looking to stay healthy and fit without spending too much time on it or breaking a whole lot of sweat.

 

As a Yoga instructor, you have a lot of flexible options (both pose and side hustle wise) when it comes to teaching a class. You can go the traditional route and clear out a room in your home, rent a space, or work for a fitness center and host your classes there. Alternatively, you can take advantage of the digital revolution and record your classes then post them online on platforms like YouTube or Skillshare (where you can pick up a few skills too). This allows you to record sessions in advance or whatever time you’re free.

Who Is It For?

If you’ve got some free time during your day, you can set it aside for your Yoga classes. It’s usually best if this time is the same everyday so you can offer your students a consistent schedule. You’ll need to have some Yoga skills too so you can give your class some value for their money. If you also want to find a way to incorporate some exercise into your day while making money, teaching Yoga as a side hustle is a perfect fit for you.

Who Is It Not For?

Haphazard schedules probably won’t work with this one (unless you have very understanding students). If the Downward Dog and Reverse Warrior are the only Yoga moves you know and you don’t have the time to learn any more, you probably shouldn’t try this.

How It Works?

If you don’t already have certification as a Yoga instructor, you can find an institution to study with such as The British Wheel of Yoga Teacher Training Diploma which covers 500 hours of training and takes at least 2 years to complete. You can even complete a shorter curse online without any practical assessment required. 

With the right skills or certification to be a Yoga instructor, you can open up your own Yoga studio in your living room, find a place to rent where you can offer Yoga classes, or try to get an instructor position with a gym or fitness center in your area that offers classes. The second option has the advantage that you won’t have to struggle to find people to sign up for your classes but you’ll likely need proof of qualifications.

What We Like?

  • You can offer Yoga classes from an extra room in your house or work as an instructor at a local fitness centre or gym.
  • It’s a fun way to make money and stay healthy.

What We Don't Like?

  • You need to invest time (minimum of 2 years) and money into learning the skills and getting certified as a qualified Yoga instructor.
  • If you’re teaching from your own home studio, it can be difficult to get people to sign up for your classes when you’re just starting out.

How Much Can You Make?

The pay scale for Yoga instructors can vary according to the area. If you’re running your own show, you can set your own price for your classes. According to Indeed.co.uk, Yoga instructors typically make over £22 per hour in the UK.

Conclusion?

For a lot of people, finding time to stay fit in between working and other daily responsibilities can be hard. Teaching Yoga as a side hustle will help you earn some extra cash while staying fit and healthy. Check out the sites in the links below where you can find and share some Yoga classes for some inspiration for your next class.