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CE Workshop | TriYoga: Prāṇa Vidyā, Level 1

TriYoga is a systematized method that includes seven levels of Prāṇa Vidyā practices. Level 1 introduces internal and external breath retention practices with Uḍḍīyana Bandha (Navel Lock), Mūla Bandha (Root Lock), and Jalandhara Bandha (Chin Lock). The practice concludes with a concentration kriya to calm and focus the mind, leading into meditation. Join this session to experience a powerful practice to increase energy throughout the body, quiet the mind, and achieve deeper states of meditation.

CE Workshop | Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Learn steps to triumph over imposter syndrome and tap into the strength to lead their students with confidence. Listen to a discussion around troubleshooting tips and review a complimentary plan and script.

CE Workshop | 3 Skills on Developing a Stellar Workshop

Whether you are brand new to teaching workshops or are a seasoned facilitator who wants to hone your skills, you’ll love this deep dive into what it takes to deliver an exceptional yoga workshop that makes a lasting impact on the lives of your students. Understand the differences between classes and teaching workshops and how each can support the other to develop a well-rounded business model. Discover a simple strategy for choosing an irresistible workshop topic that will support you to fill your event with eager students. Learn effective teaching strategies that will keep your students engaged and accommodate different learning styles.

CE Workshop | Your Voice: Yoga to Preserve and Protect It

Find and free your authentic and natural voice while preserving and protecting it. Vocal warm-ups and sounding in yoga postures will allow you to find a way to teach and speak in your natural rhythm. Pranayama and asana combine with vocal releases that will allow your voice to come from a deeper connected part of your body/mind. Learn practical vocal tips for good vocal hygiene. Understand ways to speak and teach in a soothing voice, with clarity and confidence. Practice projection to be heard, without straining their vocal instrument.

CE Workshop | Anatomy of Pain, Part 1

In this 75-minute workshop Hayley Winter and Annelize Ferreira introduce a basic overview of pain anatomy and physiology. They explore where and how pain is produced, including the perception of pain and how pain can affect the emotional body. Hayley and Annelize provide a bite-size approach on this vast topic for yoga teachers to gain insights into the nature of pain.

CE Workshop | How to Develop a Teacher Training Curriculum

Prashant and Manju Joshi, co-founders of Gurukul Yoga take you through their journey of starting developing curriculum for teachers’ training. Learn the process of creating a Yoga Alliance approved teachers training curriculum and successfully delivering it.

CE Workshop | Yoga to Support the Lymphatic System

Our Lymphatic system is integral to our health and well-being, supporting our immunity, fluid regulation, and sweeping the body of debris. Many yoga teachers and practitioners know very little about how the lymphatic system works and why it is so important. Learn how our yoga practice can support our luminous health by fine tuning our lymphatic system.

CE Workshop | Experiential Anatomy: Studying Triangle Pose

Practice triangle pose (utthita trikonasana) from the perspective of strength and useful mobility. Discuss what joint positions and movements comprise the pose, and work through exercises that clarify these concepts. Expect a few visits to triangle to discuss the “how-to”, some creative variations (with and without props) and exercises to create a practice that amplifies your understanding of this widely-practiced and intriguing pose.

CE Workshop | How to Cue Chair Yoga

This workshop explores effective cueing for teaching chair yoga online. Learn how to engage better when teaching online classes. There is a special focus on students with sensory impairments. This workshop is a mix of theory and practice.

CE Workshop | Yoga for Veterans: The Kosha Model, Yoga Nidra, and Post-Combat Recovery

Dr. Stephen Graham PT, DPT, RYT 500 and Charles Noel LCSW, RYT 500 are both combat Veterans and now serve as employees at Tennessee Valley Healthcare System within the Veteran’s Healthcare Administration. Their shared experience of recovery after combat inspired them to team up to support other Veterans re-connect to their personal missions after service. This workshop explores how they apply the Koshas and Yoga Nidra to this population at all stages of their yogic journeys.

CE Workshop | Scientific Research on Yoga, Mental Health, and Suicide Prevention in Veterans

In honor of Veteran’s Day on November 11th, this month’s Scientific Research focuses on an important mental health challenge from the Veteran community; suicide prevention and the case for yoga’s use alongside traditional treatments. Data shows that suicide is a top ten leading cause of death in America, suicide disproportionally affects Veterans. Kelly Wulf, yoga teacher and executive director of Comeback Yoga, host Dr. Janine D’Anniballe and Dr. Geoff Smith, both researchers and clinicians, for a conversation about mental health and suicide prevention for Veterans. Dr. Janine D’Anniballe discusses how yoga helps with trauma, anxiety, and depression. Dr. Geoff Smith shares from his clinical research and experience as a psychologist working daily to reduce suicide and improve mental health in the VA system. Understand the rationale for using yoga alongside traditional treatments for reducing suicide in the Veteran community, as well as the success of the community-based Comeback Yoga Program.