Daily yoga practice can be transforming, and a teacher can design an individual practice to optimize this growth. Private instruction also allows for deeper relationship between student and teacher. During the first session, the student and teacher discuss the goals of the yoga practice. They may also discuss the obstacles currently in the way of achieving those goals. In this way, a practice specifically designed for the needs of the student can be developed. The student is then guided through the practice to insure that the practice can be understood and followed. During follow-up sessions, the teacher will meet with the student to observe and help, and to make any changes necessary.