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CE Workshop | A History of Āsana: The Roots of Postural Yoga, Lecture 1
2020-12-01 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
In this special 3-part webinar, yoga scholar Seth offers an accessible overview of the latest scholarly research on the history of yogic postures (āsana) in precolonial India—as understood through texts, sculptures, paintings, and more.

CE Workshop | Scientific Research on Yoga for Substance Abuse and Addictions
2020-12-02 10:00 - 23:00
Wellness and yoga research experts define substance abuse and addictions, offer the scientific rationale for how yoga can address risk factors and psychopathology, and provide an overview of published research studies on yoga for substance abuse and addiction prevention and treatment.

CE Workshop | Chair Yoga: Making Asanas Accessible to All
2020-12-02 12:00 - 13:00
Experience a dynamic chair Ananda yoga class made suitable for all ages and body types. This unique workshop includes helpful tips for addressing students with low bone density and other special conditions. Also explore Ananda yoga affirmations to awaken energy and uplift consciousness.

Yoga Alliance Office Hours | EKA Recovery Fund: Teaching for Equity Pilot Program
2020-12-03 10:00 - 11:00
Hear from Yoga Alliance and Ivy Child International Leadership about the new “Teaching for Equity” pilot program, which kicks off the Eka Recovery Fund and provides financial support for yoga teachers teaching for little or no pay in historically marginalized communities across the globe.

CE Workshop | I Don't See Color, Part 5
2020-12-03 12:00 - 13:00
Founder of BexLife and Blissed In Rebekah “Bex” Borucki, and Sensei Raven A. Ekundayo (CLC) join author Quentin Vennie (E-RYT 200) for part 2 of their discussion “Colorism in and Beyond Yoga.” Colorism is defined as the discriminatory treatment of individuals falling within the same ‘racial’ group on the basis of skin color, and is the result of white supremacy, systemic racism, and a broad misunderstanding and appropriation of black culture. Colorism within yoga continues to create barriers of access for BIPOCs. The intention of this workshop is to educate listeners and viewers on the harmful effects of colorism. By doing so, we begin to create expansive conversations, bringing attention to the variety of people, voices, experiences and expressions of blackness within the culture and subculture of yoga. With good intention we will explore all variations of what it means to be black in yoga.

This digital series is intended to open our minds and hearts to the experiences of those who often go unseen, pre-judged, or misunderstood. To not see color is to not see the differences and complexities of the human experience. Through this new series of digital events, Yoga Alliance invites our worldwide community into a space for listening, learning and conversation. When someone says, “I don’t see color,” the intent may be one of non-harming, but the message received can have the effect of bypassing someone else’s trauma or lived experience because it does not look like your own. We are here to share and converse, with the hope that you – the listener – will take these experiences and the information provided for self-reflection. Because life, without empathy, is cruelty.

Master Class | Asana, Pranayama, and Dharana
2020-12-04 09:00 - 10:30
Experience a simple breath-based asana practice that will follow a certain sequence of preparation, goals, and counterposes followed by pranayama and a short meditative practice. Instructions will be minimal so that you can observe your body, listen to your breath, and experience inner quietness.

CE Workshop | Successful Online Teacher Training, Part 1
2020-12-07 12:00 - 13:00
Join Amy and guests as they discuss how to craft successful online yoga teacher trainings. Listen in as thought leaders share their insight and knowledge on how yoga schools and studios can build and sustain a working business model for teacher training programs in digital spaces.

CE Workshop | Intro to Tibetan Meditation, Part 2
2020-12-07 14:00 - 15:00
Explore an introduction to meditation and learn about its history. This workshop features Buddha’s stories and teachings, introduces preliminary practices, and addresses the five kleshas (or poisons). Participation concludes with a peaceful meditation.

CE Workshop | A History of Āsana: The Roots of Postural Yoga, Lecture 2
2020-12-08 13:00 - 14:30

CE Workshop | Yoga Humanities and Philosophy for BIPOC
2020-12-08 16:00 - 17:00
This powerful series taking place Tuesdays in December 2020 brings awareness to yoga communities of color. This week, join Natasha and guests as they share on yoga humanities and philosophy for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People Of Color).

CE Workshop | Iyengar Yoga for Breast Cancer
2020-12-09 13:00 - 14:15
Learn Iyengar teaching methodology for students with breast cancer, including how to interview and assess unique situations, construct a safe practice, and adapt classical poses for breast cancer while using asana and pranayama to address cancer side effects.

Community Sangha | Native American Healing
2020-12-11 10:00 - 11:00
Shawn Stevens, known as Red Eagle, and Maya Breuer come together for this inspiring sangha on Native American healing. Listen in as Red Eagle shares his experience living a Native American spiritual way of life as a traditional artist, storyteller, drummer, dancer, singer, and flute player.

Yoga Alliance Office Hours | Teaching for Equity Pilot Program Q&A
2020-12-14 06:00 - 06:45
Nominations for the Yoga Alliance Foundation’s “Teaching for Equity” program close on December 18th. Do you have questions about the program or nomination process? Join Yoga Alliance Foundation and Ivy Child International for a Q&A conversation to learn more about this opportunity and how it can benefit your or your favorite yoga teachers.

CE Workshop | Successful Online Teacher Training, Part 2
2020-12-14 12:00 - 13:00

CE Workshop | The Hip Breakdown: Understand and Apply the Mechanics of the Hip Joint in Yoga Asana
2020-12-14 14:00 - 15:15
Expand your knowledge and kinesthetic awareness of the hip joint’s anatomy and mechanics in this active workshop. Learn how to develop and articulate precise actions and cues to isolate the hip and minimize compensatory patterns in all body types.

CE Workshop | Yoga for the Low Back
2020-12-15 12:00 - 13:00
Yoga for the low back dives into anatomy and functional movement patterns. This workshop illuminates how to avoid asana pitfalls and support a healthy functioning low back in yoga practice.

CE Workshop | A History of Āsana: The Roots of Postural Yoga, Lecture 3
2020-12-15 13:00 - 14:30

CE Workshop | Professional Essentials for BIPOC—Cooperatives, Non-Profits, and Studios
2020-12-15 16:00 - 17:00
This powerful series takes place Tuesdays in December 2020. This week’s discussion focuses on the business of yoga and how it affects communities of color. Learn about various studio culture experiences and how studios, nonprofits, and cooperatives can benefit BIPOC.

CE Workshop | Scientific Research on Yoga in Correctional Institutions
2020-12-16 11:00 - 12:00
Examine criminal behavior, incarceration, and rehabilitation, including problems in prisons and the risks of re-offense. Learn about the scientific rationale for how yoga can support rehabilitation, and hear and overview of published research studies on the benefits of yoga for prison populations.

CE Workshop | I Don't See Color, Part 6
2020-12-17 13:30 - 14:30
The topic of this week’s workshop will be on Allyship vs. Accomplice-ship, seeking to describe the differences between the two and explore what each looks like in action. Keep learning how we can best show up for one another.

This digital series is intended to open minds and hearts to the experiences of those who often go unseen, pre-judged, or misunderstood. To not see color is to not see the differences and complexities of the human experience. Through the “I Don’t See Color” series, Yoga Alliance invites our worldwide community into a space for listening, learning and conversation. When someone says, “I don’t see color,” the intent may be one of non-harming, but the message received can have the effect of bypassing someone else’s trauma or lived experience because it does not look like your own. We are here to share and converse, with the hope that you, the listener, will take these experiences and the information provided for self-reflection. Because life, without empathy, is cruelty.

CE Workshop | Successful Online Teacher Training, Part 3
2020-12-21 12:00 - 13:00

CE Workshop | Anatomy - Ableism and Accessible Yoga for BIPOC
2020-12-22 16:00 - 17:00
This powerful series taking place Tuesdays in December 2020 brings awareness to yoga communities of color. This week’s discussion will focus on ableism and accessible yoga for BIPOC.

CE Workshop | Survey Research on Yoga: Reasons People Practice
2021-01-05 11:00 - 12:00
Every practitioner’s reasoning for beginning a yoga practice is different. Research surveys have not only captured these reasons; they have also studied why people continue to practice. This workshop discusses this research and its implications for teaching new and continuing students alike in 2021.

CE Workshop | Adjusting Yogic Practices for Persons with Traumatic Brain Injury: Anatomy, Part 1
2021-01-05 13:00 - 14:00
Research has shown that Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and concussion rehabilitation is supported by yoga. Our first session will cover applied neuroanatomy for yoga professionals; including parts of the brain, what they do, and emerging neuroscience related to yoga.

CE Workshop | Men's Yoga for BIPOC
2021-01-06 10:00 - 11:00
This month, we’re highlighting men’s yoga with a focus on the Black male community. This workshop looks at meaningful ways to engage Black men in the practices of yoga and meditation, while highlighting its benefits and how our panelists individually impact the cities and communities they serve.

CE Workshop | The Self-Worth Path: A Guided Journey to an Empowered Life, Part 1
2021-01-06 13:00 - 14:00
In this five-part series, participants will be introduced to the five major areas of self-worth: body acceptance, self-care, self-awareness, accountability, and integration—and how to incorporate them into their own experience walking The Self-Worth Path. Part 1 focuses on body acceptance.

CE Workshop | Subtle Body Series: Bringing Life to the Wisdom Body, Koshas, Part 1
2021-01-07 12:00 - 13:15
This series is all about empowering teachers to enter the subtle layers of the mind and wisdom body. Through theory and practice, yoga educators will build a strong bridge from asana to the upper limbs through Pranic awareness. Part one is on the Koshas.

Master Class | Active Peace: Merging Yogic Discipline and Civic Engagement to Enliven Your Practice and Serve Humanity
2021-01-08 13:00 - 14:30
This Master Class incorporates asana, pranayama, self-study, and conversation to explore how we can embody yoga practice and yogic values in a world that is in desperate need of unconditional love, truth, peace, service, and justice.

CE Workshop | Oncology Yoga: How to Create a Safe and Effective Practice for the Cancer Community
2021-01-12 11:00 - 12:00
The specific physical and emotional needs and risks for cancer patients and survivors may differ from what one would assume. Additionally, the proven benefits of yoga will likely surprise you. With curiosity and training, Oncology yoga is adaptable into every lineage. Learn appropriate and inappropriate poses balanced with proper precautions. This knowledge is the foundation of compassion and credibility.

CE Workshop | Adjusting Yogic Practices for Persons with Traumatic Brain Injury: Active Asana, Part 2
2021-01-12 13:00 - 14:00
Research has shown that Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and concussion rehabilitation is supported by yoga. Our second session will cover how to adjust yoga practices for folks affected by TBI who may be ambulatory.
