43: Burned Out by Admin? Streamline Your Yoga Business with Smart Tech with Eddie Arpin from OfferingTree
All Mats Taken - A Yoga Teachers Business and Lifestyle Podcast
Release Date: 12/02/2025
All Mats Taken - A Yoga Teachers Business and Lifestyle Podcast
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of yoga sequencing with expert Charlotte Muller, who shares her journey from discovering yoga as a grieving tool to becoming a master at crafting creative sequences using her method called foreshadowing. You'll learn about: The importance of creative sequencing, Incorporating foreshadowing into your system, And how these techniques can transform your teaching and student engagement. Charlotte also discusses the role of balance in class planning, the impact of personalized teaching, and how she grows a highly engaged clientele base in-person...
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Discover the inspiring story behind OfferingTree as founder Eddie Arpin shares how a background in engineering led to empowering yoga teachers and wellness professionals with user-friendly business tools. This episode dives into the real challenges yoga teachers face like managing bookings, payments, and marketing and how the right technology can simplify their journey. We discuss the evolution of booking platforms, the importance of focus and persistence in business, and the emerging role of AI in the wellness industry. If you’re a yoga teacher, studio owner, or wellness entrepreneur,...
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In this episode, Colynn Cespedes from Frikshuhn Yoga joins me to dive deep into the art and strategy of creating a free offer that truly grows your business. You'll learn why lead magnets are essential in today's saturated market, how to craft offers that attract your ideal clients, and how building and nurturing a community should be done with an email list. We share real-world examples, actionable steps for niching down, and expert insights on using market research to make your offers irresistible. Plus, get a sneak peek into our upcoming free challenge The 3-Day Build Your Freebie Challenge...
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This week we dive deep into the art and science of pedagogy in yoga teaching with Sage Rountree. Sage shares her rich experience in transitioning from an academic teaching background to yoga instruction and the lessons learned along the way. We discuss: The importance of repetition, clear queuing, and balancing structure with flexibility in class planning. Frameworks such as the 6-4-2 method and the SERVE method to help teachers design balanced and effective classes. The integration of exercise physiology principles and the role of varied yet intentional practice to enhance both...
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Are you looking to boost your confidence and break through the limiting beliefs holding you back? In this episode, I sit down with Karen Fabian to explore the mindset shifts, practical strategies, and personal stories that can help you step into your full potential, both on and off the mat. In this episode, you’ll hear: Karen’s inspiring journey from healthcare professional to successful yoga teacher How to identify and overcome the most common limiting beliefs yoga teachers face The role of mentorship and why seeking help accelerates growth Practical tips for building confidence in the...
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Most of us learned that the chakras are an ancient yogic system, but what if that story isn’t quite true? In this episode, I take you down the rabbit hole that completely changed how I understand chakras. What started as simple class planning for my yin yoga series turned into a deep dive into the forgotten history of the modern Western chakra system. We'll trace their journey from early Tantric philosophy to Theosophy, Carl Jung, and the New Age movement. You’ll learn how a mix of Western psychology, color theory, and mysticism transformed a centuries-old meditation map into today’s...
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Unlock the mysteries of spinal energetics in this transformative episode with guest Georgie Jeans a yoga teacher and spinal energetics practitioner. Learn all about this emerging somatic healing modality blends gentle touch, breathwork, and intuitive energy work to release deep-seated tension and trauma. Adrianne shares her experience being guided through a spinal energetics session and Georgie shares her journey from yoga to energy healing and inspiring stories of client breakthroughs. Whether you’re curious about alternative healing, seeking new ways to support your well-being,...
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Does the thought of selling make you feel a bit uncomfortable? Today's guest will flip the way you think about sales and selling as a yoga teacher on its head and make you excited to go out there and start practicing how to sell. In this episode, we discuss: Sales as a spiritual practice Why it's essential and not at all sleezy Getting comfortable with selling your services The benefits of collaborations We even go through a sample sales script! At the end of this episode, we were talking about how we could have a whole conversation all about collaborations for yoga teachers, SO WE...
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How can we honor our lineage, share yoga’s philosophical roots, and let our personality shine? In this episode with Rachel Scott, we discuss how to share the wisdom passed down through generations, weave philosophy into your classes, what to do if your lineage feels tainted by scandals or cultish behaviour when you know the deeper teachings are healing and how to recognize cult-like behaviour if you're ever faced with it. Links: Download the AI Prompt Workshop for Yoga Teachers and get more efficient output when working with AI: Watch this episode on YouTube: Connect with...
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Is the yoga teaching industry dead? This is the hype that's trending on Instagram right now. In today's solo episode I discuss: How algorithms create echo chambers that can either fuel our success or destroy our confidence The deeper shifts I've seen happening over the past couple of years that everyone is predicting now How I'm shifting how I view what other's perceive as failures into benefits, successes and hopeful potential in my business. Why the "yoga bubble bursting" narrative is actually about the end of superficial, overpriced trends, not the end of authentic teaching Ready to build...
info_outlineDiscover the inspiring story behind OfferingTree as founder Eddie Arpin shares how a background in engineering led to empowering yoga teachers and wellness professionals with user-friendly business tools. This episode dives into the real challenges yoga teachers face like managing bookings, payments, and marketing and how the right technology can simplify their journey. We discuss the evolution of booking platforms, the importance of focus and persistence in business, and the emerging role of AI in the wellness industry. If you’re a yoga teacher, studio owner, or wellness entrepreneur, you’ll find practical advice and relatable stories to help you thrive.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How Offeringtree started to solve the unique needs of yoga teachers and studios
- Key features to look for in a booking platform to suit your needs
- How to balance technology adoption, including AI, with maintaining authentic human connections in your yoga business
- Real-world insights on using AI as a supportive tool (not a replacement) for marketing and content creation
- Why focus and persistence are essential for long-term success in the wellness industry
Ready to streamline your yoga business and stay ahead in the digital age? Listen now and get inspired to take your next step!
Meet Eddie Arpin:
Eddie Arpin is the CEO of OfferingTree. Eddie has an undergraduate and graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota. When he wasn't studying physics and math in college, he was staying physically and mindfully active. He met Alex Haley (another co-founder of OfferingTree) in college while attending a student-led meditation group. After working in transportation research for a few years, he shifted his focus to helping people make a sustainable living out of their passion for health and wellness, and fostering the transformation it can make to their communities. Alex and Eddie started OfferingTree along with co-founders Arvind Menon and Alec Gorgestani to provide greater access to wellness by empowering a diverse group of professionals and businesses to better serve their communities.
Links:
Try OfferingTree on a free trial then get 50% off your first three months or 15% off your first annual subscription by visiting* https://allmatstaken.com/tree
Check out our top resources for building your yoga business: https://allmatstaken.com/resources
Connect with Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmatstaken/ (new podcast account)
Watch episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gh7VOxoLXD8
Learn more about Offeringtree on their website (plus get a free trial & exclusive discounts via this link): https://www.offeringtree.com/referral-discount/?utm_campaign=partner&utm_medium=ambassador&utm_source=allmatstaken&_by=adrianne14
Follow Offeringtree on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offeringtree
Connect with Eddie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiearpin/
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