Finding Her Compass | Adrianne Cornish’s Yoga Teacher Training Journey
When Adrianne first stepped into Sol Academy’s Yoga Teacher Training (YTT), she already had a long history with yoga. For more than 15 years, she had practiced on and off, using it as a way to move, release stress, and find balance. But what she discovered during her training went far beyond poses and postures—it rekindled a spiritual fire she hadn’t felt in over two decades.
“I’ve got three college degrees, including a master’s,” Adrianne shared, “but this has stretched me in a completely different way. It’s not just about memorizing what someone else expects you to know—it’s about learning, internalizing, and then allowing it to transform who you are as a person. That kind of learning is powerful.”
A Journey Beyond the Physical
Like many who come to yoga, Adrianne began practicing for her physical health. Years ago, she faced a serious back condition with limited options: surgery to insert a rod into her spine or long-term pain medication. Neither path felt right. Instead, she turned to yoga.
“It was more challenging than I expected,” she laughed. “But it was also life-changing. My body felt stronger, my stress levels dropped, and I realized yoga was more than just standing in postures. It became a way of healing.”
In training, Adrianne discovered a new dimension—combining yoga with strength and mobility work. “You can’t have one without the other,” she said. “That’s something unique about Sol’s program. They weave in strength and injury prevention so that teachers graduate with a deeper understanding of the body and how to keep people safe. That’s been huge for me.”
Why Sol Academy
When asked why she chose Sol Academy for her teacher training, Adrianne’s answer was immediate: “The people.”
She had researched other programs before but felt called to wait. “Something told me to hold back—and that something was Sunny. I knew if Sunny Bayne was behind a program, it would be done with fidelity, with love, and with the right community of people. That’s exactly what I found here.”
Adrianne also spoke warmly about the relationships she built during training. “Meeting Erin [Short] has been such a highlight. She’s inspiring in how she leads, not just in what she says, but in how she lives. And my classmates—being in this stable, nurturing environment together—has been the best part.”
🎥 Watch Adrianne share her Yoga Teacher Training journey in her own words.
Magic to Share
Every graduate is asked: What’s your magic to give to the world? Adrianne’s answer was clear:
“My magic sauce is being a compass for people who feel lost. I know what it feels like to be there, and I want to help others feel less alone. Whether it’s on their yoga journey or any life journey, I want to guide them toward a path where they feel supported and seen.”
The Power of In-Person Learning
In a world where online certifications are everywhere, Adrianne believes there’s no substitute for real, in-person training.
“We’re pack animals by nature. We need our people. In yoga training, you need to see bodies move, emotions shift, and have someone there to pick you up when you fall. That can’t be replicated online. Even if online were cheaper, I’d still choose this in-person experience every time—because it’s what lasts.”
Advice for Future Yoga Teachers
Adrianne’s message for anyone considering Yoga Teacher Training is simple:
“If it’s tugging at you, do it. Don’t wait. Whether you end up teaching or not, the journey itself is worth it. You’ll discover things about yourself you didn’t even know were there. For me, it’s been life-changing—and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”
At Sol Academy, we believe every graduate carries their own unique magic into the world. For Adrianne Cornish, that magic is being a compass—helping others find their way through yoga, strength, and the deeper spiritual connections that training unlocked within her.
💛 Ready to begin your own transformation? Our next Yoga Teacher Training at Sol Academy begins soon. Whether you dream of teaching or simply want to deepen your practice, this journey is designed to support you every step of the way.
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