Beyond the Studio: Real Yoga Teaching Opportunities
Last year, on a packed London bus ride home from the Tate Modern—three fellow mums, five toddlers under the age of three, and a whole lot of snacks—a thought struck me about modern motherhood that I couldn’t ignore.
As yoga teachers, many of us chase those prime studio slots. But what if we’re all crowding into the same small corner of opportunity, ignoring the huge space that exists outside of it?
The Numbers Don’t Lie
Did you know there are around 4,700 registered yoga studios in the UK (as of 2023)?
Now compare that with the approximately 5.6 million businesses operating across the country.
That works out to one yoga studio per 1,120 businesses.
Let that sink in. That’s 1,120 potential companies for every single studio—each one a possible client for corporate yoga classes.
A New Way to Serve a Different Audience
Many professionals—especially parents—don’t have the time, budget, or energy to attend studio classes. But offer them yoga at work? It fits beautifully into their day.
Here’s why workplace yoga can work better for some:
Convenience: A mid-day class doesn’t interfere with evening routines or childcare.
Accessibility: Beginners may feel more at ease in a work environment than a formal studio.
Well-being: Corporate wellness is a growing industry, and yoga fits right in.
You’re not just expanding your income—you’re reaching people who genuinely need what you have to offer.
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Final Thought
Let’s stop thinking of studios as the only “real” yoga spaces. Teaching yoga in the UK can - and should - look like so much more. Whether it’s an office boardroom, a co-working space, or even a virtual class, your reach as a yoga teacher is far greater than you think.
If you’re ready to explore those wider opportunities, I’d love to help you take the first step.