Online yoga studio and membership

Adults who prefer practising at home, people in smaller communities without a studio nearby, and busy people who need flexible class times.

Monthly or annual memberships, drop-in live class fees and occasional paid online workshops or challenges.

• Yoga teaching with clear verbal cues
• Basic video and sound setup
• Online marketing and email lists
• Building a regular community

• Insurance, check whether your policy covers online teaching and students practising at home
• Use properly licensed music or royalty-free tracks
• Include a health disclaimer and encourage students to check with their doctor
• Register for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold, check with the CRA
• Check whether a home-based business licence applies in your municipality
• Competition is wide, so a clear niche such as beginners, seniors or office workers helps

Estimated startup costs are typically around $300 to $2,000, depending on your video and sound setup and platform. Monthly revenue is estimated at roughly $200 to $2,000, depending on how many members you build.

Check whether your insurance covers online teaching and students practising at home, and use properly licensed or royalty-free music. Also include a health disclaimer, check GST/HST registration with the CRA, and any home-based business licence in your municipality.

Useful skills include yoga teaching with clear verbal cues, basic video and sound setup, online marketing and email lists, and building a community. Estimates suggest at least about 6 hours a week, and a clear niche helps.