Location: Toronto – Leaside
Address: 539 A Mt Pleasant Rd, Toronto, ON, M4S 2M5
Company: Yoga Kawa
Position Type: Independent Contractor
Yoga Kawa is seeking a warm, professional, and skilled yoga instructor to join our studio teaching team.
Our classes are designed to cultivate both physical strength and inner calm through breath-centered movement, intentional pacing, and mindful awareness.
We are looking for teachers who can guide students with clarity, presence, and thoughtful instruction while delivering a consistent and welcoming studio experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead yoga classes in alignment with Yoga Kawa’s class descriptions and teaching approach
Guide students through breath-centered movement and intentional pacing
Provide clear alignment cues, modifications, and safe progressions
Maintain a calm, welcoming, and professional class environment
Deliver a consistent Yoga Kawa experience across all classes
Begin and close classes according to studio structure (breathwork, meditation, OM)
Teaching Approach
Yoga Kawa classes emphasize:
Breath-led movement
Intentional pacing and mindful transitions
Alignment-focused guidance
Nervous system regulation and mental clarity
A calm, grounded presence without sacrificing strength or intensity in the practice
Teachers are expected to guide students progressively toward physical strength with awareness rather than intensity alone.
Teaching Standards
At Yoga Kawa, teaching is more than demonstrating postures. Our instructors guide students through thoughtful sequencing, clear alignment cues, and breath-centered movement that supports both physical strength and nervous system balance.
We value teachers who prioritize student experience, safety, and meaningful instruction over performance or choreography.
Preferred Qualifications
RYT 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certification minimum
2+ years teaching experience preferred
Yoga Alliance registration
Ability to teach one or more of the following styles:
Hatha Flow (must)
Vinyasa Flow (must)
Power Flow
Yin Yoga
Rocket Yoga
Animal Flow
Restorative
Pranayama (must)
Yoga Nidra
Meditation (must)
Sound Bath (preferred but not required)
Yogalates or Pilates-inspired movement (preferred)
Professional Expectations
Strong customer service mindset
Ability to create a welcoming and inclusive environment
Professional communication with students and team members
Reliability and punctuality
Respect for Yoga Kawa’s teaching structure and class flow
Ideal Candidate
The ideal Yoga Kawa instructor is:
Calm, grounded, and emotionally aware
Skilled at guiding both beginners and experienced students
Passionate about breathwork, mindfulness, and nervous system health
Able to hold space for both movement and stillness
Aligned with Yoga Kawa’s philosophy that Energetic Clarity is the New Strength
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit:
A relevant resume
Yoga teaching certifications (Yoga Alliance registration preferred but not required)
Optional: a link to a teaching video or social media page where we can see your teaching style
Please note: This role is best suited for instructors who are comfortable leading a full class independently and maintaining a professional studio environment.
We welcome instructors who can guide students with calm presence, thoughtful sequencing, and meaningful connection to breath and awareness.
Personal Information
Applicant Name *
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Additional Details
Short video clip (1–3 minutes) of you teaching or speaking to a group, if available (optional)
Professional Details
Do you have yoga teaching certification (200-hour or equivalent)? *
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No
Do you have your own yoga teacher insurance? *
Yes
No
Supporting Documents
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