Effort and Ease: A 60-Minute Vinyasa Flow for Yoga Teachers

This 60-minute vinyasa sequence is designed for yoga teachers who want to offer a practice rooted in the art of balance—where strength meets softness. Centered around the theme of Effort and Ease, this class guides students to explore how mindful movement and breath can create both stability and surrender on and off the mat.

The sequence begins with a grounding Dirga Pranayama (Three-Part Breath) to cultivate awareness and set the intention of finding that delicate balance. A gentle warm-up follows, awakening the body while inviting students to notice where effort is needed and where ease can be found.

The dynamic flow weaves in strong standing poses, smooth transitions, and opportunities to both engage and soften. Students will explore the interplay between active postures and moments of release, learning to move with both purpose and fluidity.

A soothing cool-down sequence encourages deeper surrender, releasing residual tension, and guiding the body toward stillness. The practice concludes with a restful Savasana, allowing the experience of effortless ease to fully integrate.

Included in the download is a reflection worksheet with journaling prompts designed to help students carry the theme beyond the mat, fostering personal growth and self-discovery.

This sequence is perfect for yoga teachers seeking a thoughtful, theme-based class that empowers students to find harmony between effort and ease—both in their practice and in life.