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Keen on Yoga PodcastAuthor: Adam Keen
Adam Keen engages in a deep level of discussion with Ashtanga yoga teachers as well as others involved in inquiry, wellness, diet, or simply people he finds interesting. The in-depth discussions and honest conversations are often surprising. Prepare to have your thoughts expanded. If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support us you can do so by liking, sharing, rating and donating at https://keenonyoga.com/donate/ Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep 265 Adam Keen – The Modern Yoga Teacher
Episode 265
Saturday, 28 February, 2026
Adam explores the challenges faced by modern yoga teachers, including lack of professionalism, support, and societal recognition. He discusses the differences between traditional and modern yoga, the impact of societal structures, and the importance of establishing a professional framework for yoga teaching. Adam Shares · Differences between traditional and modern yoga · Challenges faced by modern yoga teachers · Lack of professional standards and support · Societal perception of yoga teachers · The role of yoga in society and capitalism Keen on Yoga Become a Patron: https://www.keenonyoga.com/patrons/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Keenonyoga Website: www.keenonyoga.com Follow Adam: @keen_on_yoga | @adam_keen_ashtanga Retreats with Adam: https://www.keenonyoga.com/ashtanga-yoga-retreats/ Support: Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Modern Yoga Teaching Challenges 05:55 Yoga vs. Modern Wellness: A Philosophical Divide 12:45 Professionalism and Standards in Yoga Teaching 20:59 Teaching in a Commercialized Yoga Environment 30:43 Friendship vs. Professionalism in Yoga Teaching
