We recently connected with Megan Rader and have shared our conversation below.

Megan, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today. Setting up an independent practice is a daunting endeavor. Can you talk to us about what it was like for you – what were some of the main steps, challenges, etc.

I decided to open Kula after living here in Grand Rapids for about three years. I taught at a studio in town and practiced all over the city, but I never found a spot that I was excited about going to every day. I decided to open Kula while I was still a classroom teacher. We started small, and grew from there.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers?

I was introduced to the practice of yoga in high school. My friend Nick let me tag along to class with him, and the entire class had me mesmerized. After years of practicing, I participated in three yoga teacher trainings in Chicago and Seattle to deepen my understanding of all things yoga. Each teacher I’ve met along the way has inspired me and influenced my instruction, and I’m deeply grateful.

If you could go back, would you choose the same profession, specialty, etc.?

I would definitely choose to open and run a yoga studio under different life circumstances. The fact that I am in a position to teach and lead every day blows me away, and I don’t take it for granted.

Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?

I think that organic growth is the best. When students refer friends, family, and co-workers to Kula, that means more to me than having a student find us via social media. People share things and places that mean a lot to them, and that counts for something.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.kulagr.com
• Instagram: kulagrandrapids

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