Rising Teachers Collective

A space built for brand new yoga teachers who are ready to grow, connect, and rise together.

Whether you’ve just graduated your YTT or are stepping into your very first class, this is where your journey truly begins. We’re a supportive community of new yoga teachers who are here to lift each other up, share teaching opportunities, and collaborate as we build our presence and confidence in the yoga world.

This isn’t just a network. It’s a movement. Because your voice, your perspective, and your teaching matters. And the world is waiting for you to share it.

Two people holding hands with their legs extended parallel to each other, one wearing beige leggings and the other in olive green leggings, against a green background.
  • Events

    Teacher Talks:
    New teachers gather to share what’s on their hearts. We’ll circle up, sip tea and talk about the real stuff like finding your voice and setting boundaries. No teaching. Just space to be.

  • Mentorship

    Mentor Talks:
    Monthly sessions with different teachers to learn the ropes, ask real questions and explore the many paths yoga teaching can take.

    1:1 Mentorship:
    Read more below.

  • Collaborations

    Small group collaborations to host community yoga events (e.g. in studio, parks, cafes, or co-working spaces) to gain exposure, start building a following, and make teaching more fun and less lonely.

  • Karma Yoga Classes

    A beautiful opportunity for new teachers and a chance to serve the community, build confidence, and practice from a place of giving, rather than performance or pressure. The classes are free of charge and open to the public.

RTC Events

  • Teacher Talk

    18 July from 15:00-17:00

    Drink tea, connect and share. ENG/GER

    Free of Charge, no registration needed

  • Mentor Talk

    August 10 von 9-13:00

    The Art of Support: Props in Practice
    4h Continuing Education
    49€ - Register via Eversports

  • Karma Yoga Class

    July 13 at 7pm

    Tsveta teaches a Vinyasa Flow in English
    Free of charge, Sign up on Eversports

Mentorship Program

How it works

Pick an experienced yoga teacher at irā yoga for a 3-month mentorship journey. Together, you’ll explore the art, heart, and craft of teaching through consistent, real conversations and feedback.

What’s Included

1:1 Sessions (3x 60 minutes)
You and your mentor meet once a month—online or in person—to discuss your growth, struggles, and next steps. Every session is personalized to your needs.

Practice + Feedback Opportunities (3x 90 min)
Mentees may be invited to teach a mini class or segment to their mentor and receive thoughtful, growth-oriented feedback, They might also want to shadow or assist their mentor in a class (if in person) or co-sequence a yoga class

Ongoing Guidance
Mentors offer a shared notes document to track insights/goals or Resources like playlists, templates, or reading suggestions

Ideal For

  • Recent YTT grads (within 0–3 years)

  • Teachers who feel unsure, isolated or stuck

  • Anyone craving support, inspiration, and direction

Energy Exchange

500€

Mentors

Each mentor is an experienced teacher (5+ years) with a heart for service and teaching teachers. Their certain skillset and style can support your unique teaching journey.

  • Jesira

    Bhakti, Vinyasa, Philosophy

  • Kati

    Vinyasa, Flexibility, Yin

  • Dana

    Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Flexibility

  • Maja

    Hatha