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Your first teaching job can shape your entire fitness career. Choose wisely and think carefully before you make a decision! If I had to start over as a new Lagree instructor, these are the 3 things I would pay attention to. #skillsdevelopment #lagreeinstructor #lagreeinstructortraining by @iamashleylingard

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One of the biggest mindset shifts I had as an instructor was realizing that nobody expected me to be perfect.

Not my clients.

Not my boss.

Not the instructors I looked up to.

The pressure was coming from me.

The goal isn’t to be the best instructor.

The goal is to be a little better than you were yesterday, connect with your clients, and to give the people in front of you an incredible experience.

The instructors who grow the fastest aren’t the ones who know everything.

They’re the ones who stay curious, ask questions, seek feedback, and keep showing up.

If you’re new to teaching, remember this:

You don’t need more confidence before you start.

Confidence is what happens after you start.

Keep going.

Focus on the little wins every time you teach.

You’re probably doing better than you think ❤️ by @iamashleylingard

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4 months ago

Here’s the thing nobody told me:

Not being ready to teach doesn’t mean you’re failing.

It means you’re still learning.

The instructors who become great aren’t the ones who felt ready from day one.

They’re the ones who kept practicing anyway.

Confidence comes from reps, not certifications.

That’s exactly why I created The Instructor Lab - to help instructors close the gap between certification and confidently leading a room.

And if you’re new, give yourself some grace.

You’re not supposed to have everything figured out yet.

Teaching is a skill, and like any skill, it takes time to develop.

But that doesn’t mean you have to spend months - or even years - trying to figure it all out on your own.

Find someone who’s already been where you want to go. Learn from their mistakes. Ask questions. Get feedback.

The right guidance won’t do the work for you, but it can help you get where you want to be a whole lot faster ❤️

#lagreefitness #lagreeinstructortraining #skillsdevelopment by @iamashleylingard

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4 months ago

I’ve worked with hundreds of instructors over the last 12 years, and these are the three things nobody talks about after certification.

Getting certified is exciting - but it’s also where many instructors get stuck.

Not because they aren’t capable.

Because nobody teaches them how to bridge the gap between certification and confidently leading a room.

The truth is, great instructors aren’t created during certification.

They’re created through practice, feedback, mentorship, and experience.

And when you have the right support, you can avoid months (or even years) of second-guessing yourself and get into the teaching role faster.

That’s exactly why I created The Instructor Lab - to help new instructors build confidence, sharpen their skills, and start teaching sooner.

If you’re newly certified and trying to figure it all out on your own, send me a DM with the word READY.

#lagreefitness #skillsdevelopment #lagreeinstructor by @iamashleylingard

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4 months ago

Got to spend a lot of time outside making sweaty memories with some friends this weekend training for the upcoming @29029official season. Impromptu meetup with @dawnmfletcher who of course casually talked us into hiking all 5 Peaks in San Diego 😂 We survived and even squeezed some cross training in at my favorite place @elevatesd the next day 💪Grateful for All Trails, people who can read a map better than me, sweet humans, salty snacks, big challenges, and weekends that leave you exhausted in the best way ❤️ by @iamashleylingard

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6 months ago

Most instructors think amplifying = advanced
and regressing = beginner.

That’s not it.

Amplifying increases demand.
Regressing increases accessibility.

Both require skill.

Your job isn’t to make it harder.
Your job is to make it effective for all levels.

We go deep into cueing, amplifications, regressions, and real coaching strategy inside my 6-week mentorship.

If you’re ready to teach smarter - message me “READY.” by @iamashleylingard

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8 months ago

Most instructors prepare the workout.
Few prepare for what could go wrong.

How will you handle a pregnant client?
If a client feels something in their low back?
If a client can’t do a plank?
What common mistakes clients make in each move?

Confidence doesn’t come from hoping everything runs smoothly.
It comes from knowing you’re ready when it doesn’t.

When you prepare for the problems, you stop fearing them.
And that’s when you start teaching differently.

This is exactly what I teach inside my 6-week instructor program - how to think ahead, coach proactively, and lead with authority instead of anxiety.

We have a new group starting on 3/4.

If you’re certified and want to start to teach but still not fully confident in where to start and what to do, this is your next step.

Message me “READY” and I’ll send you the details 🚀#skillsdevelopment #lagreeinstructor #practicemakesprogress❤️ by @iamashleylingard

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8 months ago

Nothing changes if nothing changes. Just because you got certified, doesn’t mean you’re instantly ready to teach or feel confident - taking action does.

I created The Instructor Accelerator Program because too many capable, certified instructors stay stuck, waiting to feel ready. This is the bridge between being certified and actually teaching.

If you’re certified but not teaching yet, this program was built for you. Doors are open for my next six week program starting on 3/4 - don’t sit this one out 💪 #skillsdevelopment #lagreeinstructortraining #lagreeinstructor by @iamashleylingard

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8 months ago

Hi! I’m Ashley 👋#skillsdevelopment #lagreeinstructor #lagreeinstructortraining by @iamashleylingard

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10 months ago

Merry Christmas, love the Lingard’s 🎄🎅 Remy’s first Christmas was a hit ❤️ by @iamashleylingard

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10 months ago

The best instructors aren’t the loudest, flashiest, or the ones chasing perfection (even though we might be)!

They’re the ones who are curious, grounded, and intentional.

Here’s what actually sets them apart:

• They’re curious - they watch their clients, notice patterns, and adjust instead of forcing a plan.
• They lead with presence - the room feels more energetic and alive because they are.
• They cue with purpose - fewer words, better timing, clearer intent.
• They care more about experience than ego - it’s not about proving how good they are.
• They keep learning - they ask questions, welcome feedback, and refine constantly.
• They create trust - clients feel seen, safe, and challenged in the best way because they feel connected and comfortable with you.

That’s why people come back.
Not for the routine, but for how they felt being led by you and the energy you bring.

These are skills - they can be learned, practiced, and strengthened over time. Start implementing these changes immediately and watch your clients grow.

If you want to become this kind of instructor, let’s work together 🙌🏼 #skillsdevelopment #lagreeinstructor #practicemakesprogress❤️ by @iamashleylingard

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10 months ago

If you’re waiting to feel “ready” before you start teaching…this is your sign.

My Instructor Accelerator begins January 8th and there are 3 spots left for certified Lagree instructors who are done guessing and ready to lead with confidence.

DM me READY and let’s put that Lagree certification to work - starting now 🙌🏼

#lagreeinstructor #skillsdevelopment #letsgo by @iamashleylingard

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