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New Teacher Mentorship.
A practical mentorship program for Yoga & Pilates teachers who want to build confidence in their teaching, develop their own style and create a sustainable career in the Yoga & Pilates industry.
You’ve completed your Yoga or Pilates teacher training. What’s next?
This isn't a teacher training. It's what comes after a teacher training. Our mentorship programs offer a bridge from graduation to launching your career. Whether you need to refine your teaching skills or establish yourself as a teacher, we can help you find your place in the industry and build a career that works for you.
Your Mentor
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Fort Green Founder Bannie Williams, has been studying movement mechanics for 15 years. With a degree in Exercise Science and a number of Yoga & Pilates trainings under her belt, Bannie has been teaching movement modalities in studios for almost a decade. Bannie has been operating successful studios for 8+ years ago and developed the Fort Green Teacher Training Education platform. Bannie is passionate about educating, training and mentoring aspiring teachers who are committed to turning their practice into a career.
Whether you’ve completed your 200 hour YTT, or a Mat certification, Bannie has the knowledge, personal and industry experience to help you make the most out of your certification and thrive in the industry. -
Bannie’s approach is warm, supportive and practical. Bannie brings over a decade of experience with teaching Yoga and Pilates classes, hiring new teachers, brand development and teacher training. Bannie takes a holistic view when it comes to teaching in the industry and honours each teachers individual style, interests and skill set. Bannie manages a team of over 25 teachers across the studios and has cultivated a community of over 300 members.
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You will feel supported, inspired and receive a realistic and personalised plan to achieve your teaching goals. Your individual style as a teacher will be honoured and Bannie will provide honest, practical feedback to progress your career.
Our Packages
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$495/ 6-8 week engagement.
Build your confidence & refine your teaching. Designed for teachers who are newly qualified, returning to teaching or looking for more confidence and direction.
Includes:
3 × 1:1 class check-ins with Bannie (in person or via zoom)
Personalised feedback on teaching, sequencing, cueing and presence
Individual teaching development strategy
Teaching a community class on the Fort Green schedule
1 × session on the business of being a teacher, including CV development
Career direction + next-step planning
End-of-program review
Best for: Teachers wanting additional support after completing a training and wanting to refine their skills.
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$1100/ 12 week engagement
Take your teaching from good to distinctive. For teachers who want to develop their own voice, build a following and understand how to make the industry work for them.
Includes everything in Foundation, plus:
5 × 1:1 class check-ins with Bannie
2 × business strategy sessions
Career + income planning
How to approach studios and secure work
Developing your own teaching style + point of difference
Personal brand positioning
Class / timetable strategy
Ongoing support between sessions
End-of-program career roadmap
Best for: Teachers ready to move beyond teaching classes and start intentionally building a career.
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$2250- 6 month Engagement
A deeper mentorship for building your career in movement. Including opening a studio, launching retreats and business expansion strategy.
The most comprehensive program, with Bannie working closely with you across teaching, building a business, career and brand.
Includes everything in Build plus:
3 x sessions on business concept development. Including vision, pricing, profitability and longevity.
Setting realistic business goals and creating a road map for a new business endeavour including forecasting.
Marketing strategies and launch preparation for opening the new business
Budgeting and costs related to launching a new business development or studio.
Best for: Teachers or practitioners who want Bannie as a mentor while they actively build their own business in the yoga & Pilates industry. A comprehensive entrepreneurial experience.
Next Steps- keen to see if this is the right fit? Book a discovery call with Bannie below and we can have a chat about the packages and even tailor one to suit your personal and financial needs.
Ready to take the plunge? Let’s work together and build an incredible path for you to take in the industry.