Yes You Can – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Hannah pulls back the curtain on one of the most overlooked skills in group fitness: how to coach different types of learners in the room. Drawing from her dual career as an indoor cycling coach and a college instructor, she explains why some cues land instantly—and why others don’t.

You’ll learn:

• Why coaching is more than cueing choreography
• How different learners absorb effort, challenge, and instruction
• The simple shifts that create more connected, confident, in-sync rooms
• Why numbers alone aren’t enough (and what to do instead)
• How expectations build trust and eliminate effort-rationing

She also shares how this approach strengthens community, improves retention, and helps every rider—from first-time guests to 1,700-ride veterans—feel seen, supported, and successful.

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In this heartfelt episode, I open up about coming out publicly at age 36—and how it’s transformed my life. Along the way, I chat about why I unapologetically repost older content, the shame I carried with me from childhood, and how discovering love later in life felt like the easiest, most natural thing.

Through stories from DJing at gay clubs to repressed emotions in relationships, I unpack:

• What early signs and shame around my identity looked like
• How I shifted from hiding to living authentically
• Meeting my partner and feeling that unforgettable “crush at first sight”
• The overwhelmingly positive reactions from family, friends, colleagues, and how love changed everything
• Why I’m picky about the places I work and perform now
• A reminder that “coming out” can feel right, if the timing and support are there for you

Links & Resources

• Resources for coming out on your own timeline (linked below)
  • Trevor Project (great all-around guide, especially for youth)
  • PFlag Canada a list of resources, including for families 
  • Rainbow Resource Centre 
• Learn more about Instructor Magic, Podium Prep, and upcoming programs

Want to level up your coaching abilities? The SPRING SALE is HERE for all Instructor Magic courses, including 1:1 coaching! Get up to 40% off online education with lifetime access in the Instructor Magic Academy and suite of courses for instructors who want to level up, fill classes, and change lives. 

Ever felt the sting of being called 'the easy instructor'? Or, on the other hand, "the hard" instructor?

Whatever the label, taking feedback from someone who doesn't exactly vibe with your class format can feel hard, and it's come up multiple times in my Instructor Magic community.

In this episode, we talk about what to do when this happens, what it means, how to adjust (and if you should), and another perspective that might be just what you need. 

Key Takeaways:

• Navigating Feedback: Insights into handling feedback, especially when it challenges our perceptions of our teaching style.
• The Art of Accessibility: Strategies for making group fitness classes accessible and aspirational for a diverse range of abilities. *Note, we talk about this on a scale of beginner to veteran, not necessarily to adjust to disabilities or other considerations when talking about accessibility. 
• Beyond the Trends: A critical look at how fitness trends can shape our teaching but might not always align with what participants need or want.
• Community Building: The importance of creating an inclusive environment where everyone, from first-timers to seasoned enthusiasts, feels welcome and valued.
• Personal Reflections: A candid discussion on personal growth, dealing with conflicting feedback, and finding one's unique voice in the fitness industry.
• Instructor Magic Community: An invitation to join a supportive community dedicated to empowering fitness instructors through connection, mentorship, and shared experiences.

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Welcome to a quick, strategy-packed episode where I coach fitpros LIVE on how to electrify their  fitness classes and build an unbreakable community through coaching techniques!

I've packed this quick session with golden nuggets from my "Five Keys to Fitness Instructor Mastery" webinar, where I reveal my tried-and-tested strategies for empowering your class participants to fully express themselves.

As usual, We're not just talking run-of-the-mill workouts; it's about creating a kaleidoscope of energy that transforms every session into a celebration of movement and motivation.

Want the full webinar replay?

Click HERE to take in the free, 60 minute masterclass, with a link to join Instructor Magic right here.

If you want to get your fitness instructor journey started, then Podium Prep is for you 🎉. Get a training manual and video course on everything you need to land an audition and SLAY it - including exactly what to say to the studio owner to stand out.

Join Podium Prep now HERE. 

Want to level up your coaching abilities? The SPRING SALE is HERE for all Instructor Magic courses, including 1:1 coaching! Get up to 40% off online education with lifetime access in the Instructor Magic Academy and suite of courses for instructors who want to level up, fill classes, and change lives. 

"Did we just become best friends?"

Alexa Cawley is one of my favourite voices in the fitness and wellness space, full-stop. 

From her role opening up the flagship Lululemon in NYC to overseeing 26 studios with SoulCycle as their Regional Marketing Manager, Alexa shares her journey in falling in love with fitness and wellness (despite failing gym class in high school) and the power of community mixed with brand building.

Alexa is the founder of Forever Friday Consulting and the host of the Friday Society Podcast, and Prepare to be enlightened as Alexa Collie from Forever Friday Consulting graces our podcast, sharing her transformative journey from SoulCycle and Lululemon to the creation of a thriving membership platform for health and wellness entrepreneurs.

For fitness studio owners and entrepreneurs seeking practical wisdom and tactics that *actually* work, this episode delivers.

• We cover articulating your company's core values
• Leveraging savvy tools like Zapier and FloDesk
• Implementing marketing sequences that resonate with customers. 
• Building community brands and key messages that help articulate who your brand is to potential clients
• The most important things to make sure someone comes BACK to your studi

We're also popping the champagne on the TENTH round of Instructor Magic opening doors next week! Register for my upcoming webinars HERE.

ALEXA'S FREEBIES + RESOURCES FOR YYC LISTENERS HERE

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WHAT A YEAR. In 2023 - the podcast grew beyond my wildest dreams with some of the BEST and most amazing guests... and we had the most amount of downloads, listens, and episodes published.

In this wrap-up, I review those guests and the takeaways, along with my top list of "ins and outs": a. list of trends I'd love to see grow in the next year, and also, a list of things I'm ready to see say sayonara to.

I also talk about my new coaching program for wellness + fitness professionals I'm launching in 2024 that will help you spend LESS time on the podium to ensure higher quality of classes while you make more money with passive income. To get on the waitlist, HEAD HERE!

IN: 

• Collaboration with other instructors 
• Creative choreography that doesn’t sacrifice form
• Resistance-focused power tracks 
• Quality classes > quantity of classes 
• Themes that light you up 
• Taking breaks from the podium 
• Cross-training 
• Boundaries in the DMs 
• Spending less time play-listing, more time honing your message 
• Making $ off the podium with multiple streams of income 

Out 

• Feeling guilty for getting a sub 
• Comparing class sizes and obsessively checking registrations 
• Overly complicated and performative choreography 
• Shaming clients for cancelling (one/two times)
• Copying creators choreography + content without giving credit
• Teaching 20 classes a week 
• Relying on spin as your only therapy 
• Relying on teaching as your only source of income
• Doing triples every day 

YYC GUEST HIGHLIGHTS:

• Ryan Jones on Authenticity and Mindset on the Podium
• Mariana Salazar on Creating the Experience MX
• Anna Eadie on Creating Boundaries 
• Christa Gurka on Scaling Your Business to 7-Figures 
• Zach Schares on Making Noise in the Fitness Industry and Performative Choreography

Want to level up your coaching abilities? The SPRING SALE is HERE for all Instructor Magic courses, including 1:1 coaching! Get up to 40% off online education with lifetime access in the Instructor Magic Academy and suite of courses for instructors who want to level up, fill classes, and change lives. 

Have you ever stared at the podium and wondered, 'Could that be me?'

In this episode, I share a bit on my road to the podium (rejection, canceled training groups, injuries) before claiming my spot on the podium, and now as a trainer and coach for other instructors!

If you've felt a desire to lead group fitness classes and wonder what it takes, here's a quick episode with five signs that you might be ready right now to step into the role of instructor or coach.

We cover the five signs, along with asking questions like: 

• Are you a natural leader? 
• Are you adaptable? 
• Do you have a commitment to constant learning and growth? 
• Above all, do you have an unquenchable desire to positively impact people's lives through fitness?

If you answer "hell yeah" to any of these questions AND are seeing those signs I mention... Podium Prep, my intro course and training manual for aspiring instructors, could be your next step (psst: it's only $87 for my Black Friday sale!)

We cover everything to help you slay an upcoming audition with confidence, knowing exactly what to say to a studio owner you want to teach for, compensation structures, a social media lesson on how to prep your profile, RPMs and BPMs, and a glossary of choreography, and more.

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Want to level up your coaching abilities? The SPRING SALE is HERE for all Instructor Magic courses, including 1:1 coaching! Get up to 40% off online education with lifetime access in the Instructor Magic Academy and suite of courses for instructors who want to level up, fill classes, and change lives. 

Ever feel like you're filling the silences in class with unnecessary catchphrases?
Feel awkward when there's no cheering, so you overuse the call for energy?
Not sure how your idol instructors feel comfortable without talking or coaching?

This special Instructor Magic Launch Q&A  Excerpt/Episode is for you!

This quick Q&A is pulled directly from my first webinar of the R9 launch on how to use silence more effectively when teaching and coaching.

I give Rachel a quick answer on how and why this is important to master- and scratch the surface of what's included in the full course of Instructor Magic that JUST OPENED DOORS.

Register for the final webinar on October 28 (and get the replay!) HERE. 

Want to level up your coaching abilities? The SPRING SALE is HERE for all Instructor Magic courses, including 1:1 coaching! Get up to 40% off online education with lifetime access in the Instructor Magic Academy and suite of courses for instructors who want to level up, fill classes, and change lives. 

Buckle up for an inspiring and captivating episode with Courtlyn Fazakas, creator of the Life on the Court platform, Wheelhouse Cycle Club Motivator, and an Instructor at PSYCLE London.

With a deep-seated love for dance and fitness,  Courtlyn enlightens us on how these passions have shaped her career and her life. She also shares about her groundbreaking Life On the Court App, which combines cycling, bar and strength training, and running, and her unique coaching style that’s made her a sought-after guest master class coach.

Courtlyn bravely delves into her struggles with mental health, illuminating how these experiences have informed her teaching approach and fostered a stronger community. She shares the strategies she has implemented in her classes to incorporate more strength training and boost self-confidence.

Beyond her personal experiences,  Courtlyn shares her strategies for coaching diverse exercise groups, focusing on intentional language and encouraging learners to enjoy the process. Listen as she navigates the challenges of handling large classes while maintaining her mental health. 

This episode is packed with inspiration, strategies, and authentic conversation – don’t miss out!

The TLDR:
We cover a range of insightful topics, including her pandemic journey as a fitness instructor and her app "Life on the Court'.  We discuss the importance of building personal brands through apps and social media, while Courtlyn bravely shares her mental health struggles and how they've influenced her teaching style. Hannah also shares a personal emergency experience, highlighting the support of her fellow riders.

The conversation delves into the crucial balance needed as instructors to avoid burnout and the significance of authenticity when handling negative reviews. They further explore instructor training challenges, instructor insecurities, and how to find balance.

LINKS:
Website: https://lifeonthecourt.com/
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@courtlynf
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtlynf/
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@courtlynfazakas32?si=qObAXIWa-siva8pk

Listeners can use the discount code  LIFEONTHECOURT20 for 20% off the RIDE 01 Bundle!

Follow me on Instagram @hannahrosespin and find Instructor Magic's enrollment info below. 

Want to level up your coaching abilities? The SPRING SALE is HERE for all Instructor Magic courses, including 1:1 coaching! Get up to 40% off online education with lifetime access in the Instructor Magic Academy and suite of courses for instructors who want to level up, fill classes, and change lives. 

Creative Copycats, Plagiarism, and Drawing the Line Between Inspiration and Imitation as a Coach and Creator

Have you ever felt the sting of seeing your original work, choreography, social media post or ideas taken or copied... without being given credit?

Flat out: it sucks, and it can feel like you've been robbed of something.

And in the realm of social media and online communities where content reels reign, trends are fast, and you don't even know who the original creator IS- it's not *always* intentional.

In this episode, I share my experiences with being copied as a creator, how I responded, and how you can both avoid it and address it if you ever find yourself in the same position.

A note: this episode isn't talking about plagiarism in the post-secondary education sphere, or, to provide any legal advice regarding  copyright infringements. 

Resources mentioned:
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert - the phenomenon of two people having the same unique idea.
Terms & Conditions and Copyright Agreements - I use Contracts Market for all of my legal agreements. 

Key takeaways:

• The difference between inspiration and plagiarism 
• How to give credit when you're inspired by someone else
• How to approach someone when you'd like to collaborate, duplicate, or work with someone's original concept 
• How to address someone when you feel that they've copied or duplicated your work 
• Examples of what this can look like in social media, indoor cycling, and work

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