So where does that leave yoga? There’s no denying it. Globally, Pilates is everywhere right now. Studios, socials, subscriptions, reformers, results-driven language. I know some of you here teach Pilates and many of you practise both. Some of you may have quietly shifted your focus. Pilates offers strength, structure, and clarity. It meets modern needs well; busy lives, bodies that want support, people who want to feel results. Yoga, on the other hand, doesn’t compete on trends. It was never designed to. Yoga works more slowly, more subtly. It doesn’t just ask How does your body move? Instead, it asks How are you living? How are you responding? What’s shaping you beneath the surface? That doesn’t make one better than the other. They simply answer different questions. For some, Pilates is exactly what their body needs right now. For others, yoga becomes more meaningful later, often in seasons of change, uncertainty, or reflection. Perhaps yoga’s role isn’t to chase popularity… but to remain steady when trends come and go. So I’m curious, not to divide, but to listen: - If you practise both, what does each give you? - If you teach both, how do they show up differently through you? - And if yoga feels quieter right now—what might that be inviting us to remember?

Checking my emails and came across this webinar. Whilst it's from a fitness perspective, I think adherence to exercise, or in our case, yoga practice is fascinating. Dr Paul Bedford has been around for what seems forever and is a leader in this field on retention and adherence. In case you're wondering, it's free! https://fitpro85787.acemlnc.com/lt.php?x=4lZy~GDDKqTN7sB-_QxIVhOh~3FUuNQhkhdkY8c7JnOd6X_6zEy7xeFv1HApikA0_ueglPXEIFSb7636yt~FVfF02I2hj_Lzkes

I want to clearly explain how The Yoga Life Club is now structured and what each pathway supports. This is simply about transparency, so you can orient yourself and take your time. 🌿 OPEN (Free) The Open space is intentionally spacious. It’s here for: - Conversation and shared reflection - Orientation to yoga as a way of life - Exploring ideas without pressure or obligation - There is also a monthly 'Letter to Teachers', for those of you who are chosen to teach 🌱 ESSENTIALS $27 USD / month ESSENTIALS covers off-the-mat personal formation work. It's for those who want more continuity and structure as they integrate practice into how they live, work, and relate, without needing to be a teacher. This includes: - Monthly themes rooted in lived yoga wisdom - Audio reflections and guided inquiry - Journaling and gentle practices for daily life 🔥 PRO $47 USD / month PRO is the vocational formation space for teachers. It's not about more content, but about maturity, discernment, and support in the long game of teaching. It’s focused on: - Teaching yoga on and off the mat - Professional integrity and sustainability - Translating lived practice into responsible teaching - Depth rather than trends or performance A few important notes - There is no expectation to move tiers or upgrade - You’re welcome to take time to sit with what feels right - Some content lives intentionally within ESSENTIALS or PRO, so it can be received in the right context - Existing access and arrangements are being handled with care This is a long-game space, and nothing here is designed to rush or pressure. If you have questions, you’re welcome to ask, or simply stay where you are and observe how the Club continues to settle. Thank you for being part of this. Ann-See xo

I reckon this is more of a reality than not. At some point, teaching can start to replace personal practice. Classes become your mat time and your own questions, struggles, and inquiry get postponed… indefinitely. Now hear me when I say that doesn’t automatically make you a bad teacher. Some of the most skilful, attentive teachers I know are in seasons where their personal practice looks nothing like it used to or barely exists at all. But what is worth considering is what happens when teaching becomes output without replenishment? So let’s talk not to judge, but to reflect: - What does personal practice look like in this season of your life? - Has it changed, simplified, disappeared, or matured?

I want to take a moment to check in with you. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been doing some necessary behind-the-scenes work. Rather than drip-feeding changes, I chose to pause, tidy, and bring things into alignment first. That work is now done. Here’s where the community stands: - What’s available in Open (Free) is now clear and intentionally spacious - ESSENTIALS now holds the off-the-mat, personal formation content (formerly Pocketful of Grace) - PRO is clearly focused on vocational formation for teachers - Some older content has been archived so the space feels calmer and easier to navigate - A small number of standalone courses remain available to purchase separately I want to be very clear about one thing:there is no pressure to upgrade, buy, or decide anything right now. I haven’t introduced pricing for the tiers yet because my priority has been clarity, not conversion. I want this community to feel settled, honest, and coherent before anything else. Over the coming days, I’ll gently share: - how the tiers will work going forward - how pricing will support the long-term sustainability of the Collective - and how any existing access is honoured For now, you’re invited to simply notice how the space feels, explore what’s available to you, and ask questions if anything is unclear. Thank you for your patience and for being part of this community as it finds its shape.