Embarking on the path of an Acroyoga teacher can be immensely rewarding, but it also brings unique challenges. In this guide, you’ll discover:

• Whether it’s realistic to make a living teaching Acroyoga
• The two main “career camps” within our community
• A four-step roadmap to building your audience, finding supporters, and scaling sustainably
• Practical tips for choosing your teaching style, setting rates, and preserving the spirit of our loving community

Key Insight:
Acroyoga teaching success isn’t just about acrobatics — it’s about people. Build trust first, technique second.

Is It Possible to Live Off Teaching Acroyoga?

Short answer: Yes, but it’s harder than most other paths — and deeply tied to reputation, consistency, and community.

Over the years, I’ve met many teachers who make Acroyoga their full-time gig. Despite varied backgrounds and teaching styles, they share one secret: they put community before commerce.

Broadly speaking, Acroyoga entrepreneurs fall into two camps:

1. The Freedom Nomads

• Travel from convention to convention (often in camper vans)
• Rely on invitations, word-of-mouth, and their global reputation
• Thrive on flexibility, cultural exchange, and spontaneous workshops

1. The Business Builders

• Establish a brand beyond themselves: conventions, studios, retreat centers, or signature events
• Offer regular classes, retreats, and sometimes branded products
• Grow through local partnerships and repeat attendees

Despite different end games, both camps often begin the same way, helping some beginners at local jams and discovering their passion for teaching.

Your 4-Step Roadmap to Acroyoga Teaching Success

1. Find Your Teaching Style & Gain Confidence

“Don’t overthink it — teach what you love.”

• Start small: Offer free workshops at local jams or conventions.
• Seek feedback: help beginners and ask for one-on-one feedback afterward.
• Be consistent: Teach regularly to get a feel for leading a class.

Pro Tip:
If you’ve never taught before, team up with a beginner and teach them first. If you can convey your skills effectively, it builds confidence in both your technique and explanations.

2. Cultivate Your Early Supporters

“Your first 5–10 students are your compass.”

• Define your niche: Do you bring playful flow, technical precision, or a fusion with yoga/physio?
• Connect personally: Exchange socials or create a small group chat.
• Protect trust: Avoid letting others spam your community space.

Tip:
Share your vision with your early followers. Most people in this community are warm and will support you vividly.

3. Scale Your Reach

“Systems let you focus on teaching, not logistics.”

• Leverage a platform: Tools like Acroworld let you publish local workshops, handle bookings seamlessly, and showcase your growing follower count — all without brandishing “Pay Here” signs on your mat.
• Build your brand: Consider an Instagram or Facebook page for videos and tips. (Be aware: more platforms = more upkeep.)

Tip:
Acroworld and Instagram are both great for building your online presence. Acroyoga is a global community, so leveraging a platform is required for scale.

4. Harness Social Proof & Grow Exponentially

“People follow the already-followed.”

• Raise your rates gradually: As your class size and reviews climb, adjust fees to reflect your growing expertise.
• Diversify offerings: Once you have a solid base, you can explore hosting your own larger-scale events like retreats with guest teachers or developing branded products.

Final Tip:
Maintain the heart of Acroyoga — prioritising safety, consent, and mutual support. Even as you scale, never risk a flyer’s wellbeing for a full class.

Teaching Acroyoga is both an art and a relationship business. By starting small, nurturing real connections, and using smart tools behind the scenes — like Acroworld’s booking features — you’ll be on your way to turning passion into purpose, without ever losing the community’s loving spirit.

Let me know which path you’re drawn to, and how these steps resonate with your journey. Safe flights and happy teaching!

— Caspar