Yoga Teacher (Asana focused) & Yoga Content Lead

Job Title:

Yoga Teacher (Asana focused) & Yoga Content Lead

Location:

Abhayaranya ashram, Rishikesh Yogpeeth, near Rishikesh, Landmark: Near Patna waterfall

Google Map location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8njfRQ5zPK4LXTf39

Candidate must be willing to live Onsite in twin-share / shared room 

Role Hours:

8 Hrs of working everyday for 6 Days, 1 Day in 7-Days to be ‘Weekly off’ on an average. This works out to approx. 200 Hrs of working hours in a month and due to classes scheduling some weeks can have more load than others

Role overview:

(60%)

(40%)

proper content strategy and support content work.

Reporting relationship:

Primary - to Head of Yoga Teaching

Secondary - to Head of Digital Marketing and Content

Yoga Teaching responsibilities ~ 60% or about 4-5 Hrs every day or 3 Classes a day:

1) Teacher to Retreat and 200Hr YTT: must experience in Asana (Hatha Yoga) plus one additional discipline either Pranayama, Meditation, Mantra-chanting, Anatomy, Philosophy

2) Good spoken english skills to provide instructions and monitor class progress and class management independently

3) Good ability to understand English including spoken English from students of various country background 

4) Extremely punctual and sharp time management skills as a Teacher to command respect from students and guests

5) Understanding of discipline (e.g. dress code, behaviour expectations) from Yoga teaching role and ability to follow them in the classroom

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Yoga Content Lead responsibilities ~ 40% or about 3-4 Hrs every day for 6 days:

1) Research Yoga trends from a variety of online content and come up with ideas on powerful blog topics that can show our ‘knowledge leadership’ in world of Yoga

2) Review and sometimes write (only some parts) of Blogs. Review is a big part and needs to be with limited AI tools. You will be doing this with support from Content team at Rishikesh Yogpeeth and with external agency

3) Translate a Yoga topic given by the Content team into ideas on ‘how can we show the message’ through Social media videos like Reels, Carousel posts and Stories etc.

4) Participate as a “teacher (actor)” in Social Media video and other content from time to time. This is where either you are yourself the “actor” doing the Asana, or talking about a mantra or a philosophy topic or you are a teacher in Video and another person is “acting as a student” and you are guiding them

5) Once every 3 months prepare content for a suitable topic workshop and then present and discuss this with our ex-student alumni group

6) Two times in a week participate in Content review meetings (1 hour each) so that RYP is on top of its Content and Community engagement vs. its competition

Skills and Experience Required for this position (Yoga Teacher)

Comprehensive Yoga Qualifications

Proven experience teaching Asana (Hatha Yoga) plus at least one additional discipline such as Pranayama, Meditation, Mantra‑chanting, Anatomy, or Yoga Philosophy. Prior experience leading 200‑Hour YTT (Yoga Teacher Training) or retreats is highly desirable.

Strong Verbal English Communication Skills

Ability to clearly deliver instructions in spoken English; monitor and guide class progression independently; communicate effectively with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Excellent Class & Time Management

Demonstrated punctuality; reliable scheduling; ability to lead multiple yoga classes per day (3 classes ≈ 4‑5 hours); maintain discipline and structure in class settings; manage transitions smoothly.

Professionalism & Role Modelling

Understanding of and adherence to expected discipline—both in behaviour and appearance (e.g., dress code, class etiquette); ability to command respect through consistency, respectfulness, and personal integrity.

Adaptability & Student‑Centred Teaching

Sensitivity to varying levels of experience among students; ability to adjust pace and approach; open to feedback; capacity to support, correct and encourage while maintaining safety and alignment.

Critical Skills and Experience Required (Yoga Content Lead 40% role)

Strong Yoga Subject Matter Expertise with Research Capability

Ability to research and interpret global trends, topics, and evolving discussions in the world of yoga, including philosophy, wellness, therapy, and lifestyle. Should be able to generate impactful blog topic ideas that reflect Rishikesh Yogpeeth’s knowledge leadership and spiritual authenticity.

Content Review & Light Writing Skills

Experience reviewing long-form yoga content (blogs, articles) for accuracy, coherence, and alignment with yogic values. Must be able to collaborate with a content team and external agency. Ability to write or edit small sections when necessary is a plus. Comfortable reviewing AI-assisted content with a critical eye.

Yoga-Driven Social Media Storytelling

social media content

On-Camera Comfort & Teaching Presence

Confident appearing on video—as a yoga teacher, guide, or narrator. Should be comfortable demonstrating asanas, chanting, or speaking on yogic themes in a natural, relatable, and visually appealing manner. Experience in media production or on-camera work is an asset, but not mandatory.

Community Engagement & Workshop Design

Ability to design and present quarterly workshop content for RYP’s alumni group. Should be able to identify relevant and timely themes, structure learning outcomes, and engage meaningfully with past students. Also participate in regular content meetings (twice weekly) and help shape the direction of RYP’s broader content efforts.