Why 2024 is the best time to become a Yoga Teacher

If you’re a Yoga teacher or aspiring to become one then this is an exciting time for you. Why?

Let’s start from the basics.

What happens when you have wealth in abundance?

You’d buy the good stuff. You’d travel to exotic places, eat well, enjoy a life of comfort and luxury. But this luxury often comes at a cost!

As of 2024, USA & Canada are the biggest markets for Yoga, not entirely because they’ve the highest disposable income but also because with more money comes more…stress.

Economic trends have shown that whenever a country’s GDP per capita income reaches $2500, there’s an increase in demand for products like: coffee, energy drinks, carbonated drinks and wellness services like Yoga.

i.e. More Income + More Stress = More demand for Yoga!

The link between wealth & wellness

People are able to earn a lot of money because they put in a lot of time & energy and make a lot of sacrifices. So when their income rises, they want to buy stuff to better manage their hectic & stressful lives.

Since this luxury comes at the cost of sleep, health, nutrition and even family life, they face serious damages.

But to sustain this luxury they need to sustain their stressful jobs, so coffee and energy drinks become their pick-me-up for that instant energy boost and alertness. While carbonated drinks give them a refreshing break from daily monotony.

But as stress increases people seek products & services that help them endure burnout, and other side-effects of a tough job. Yoga thus becomes a popular go-to for those who seek to balance the pressure of their jobs and enjoy their health & family life as well.

Yoga offers holistic and practical ways of reducing stress-induced effects, with a combination of asana practices, Pranayama, Meditation, and Mindfulness. Which is why developed countries have the highest demand for Yoga services because they value the deeper benefits and accessibility of Yoga.

Moreover, people from the developed countries value the practical and ancient philosophy of Yoga that helps them live a balanced and joyful life.

Future of Yoga Profession in India

As of 2024, India GDP Per Capita is $2700, and its growth rate is nearly three-times that of the USA. This positions India as the next big market for Yoga services & products.

With a rapidly growing middle class and increasing disposable income, more Indians are likely to seek out ways to manage stress and improve their overall well-being. Yoga, with its deep cultural roots in India and global popularity, is perfectly positioned to meet this demand.

So, if you’re a Yoga teacher or aspiring to become one, this is an exciting time for you.

India is projected to become an economic superpower by 2047. As India’s economy continues to grow, the demand for Yoga will see tremendous rise.

This means more opportunities for Yoga teachers, studios, and wellness brands to flourish in Indian markets. The Indian economy is already seeing a rise in demand for Yoga services & products since post pandemic.

Looking at the econominc trends, this growth will not happen suddenly, it will happen gradually. Yoga will see a gradual and year on year growth in the next 25 years. So you need not wait until 2050 to enjoy a flourishing career.

If you become a Yoga teacher today then each year your career will grow at much faster rate than most conventional professional careers.

Conclusion

As a Yoga teacher, start preparing right now. Learn functional Yoga skills, learn to solve problems for your clients, build a personal brand and be a part of a supportive Yoga community.

Remember, only those Yoga teachers will succeed faster who possess the right skills, vision and commitment, rest are likely to struggle in their Yoga career.

So be patient and consistent. Let's get to work now.

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