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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.

Yoga Lineages | Ashtanga Yoga Practice

Practice Ashtanga in this asana class. This lineage is a practice of six series of asanas held within the Eight Limbs of Yoga as outlined in the Yoga Sutras. This ongoing series provides an easy-to-follow and comprehensive look at six of today’s most widely studied lineages (Ashtanga, Integral, Iyengar, Kripalu, Kundalini, and Viniyoga). In these sessions, presenters will share the history, philosophy, and power imbalances within these lineages.

Community Sangha | Live Life in Joy

In this Community Sangha, Rev. Melissa Moorer-Nobles discusses how the art of living in joy has supported her in meeting many of today's challenges. We also explore how the practice of joy inspired her to create InJoy-OutJoy program to help others open their lives to joy.

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.

CE Workshop | Yoga Biomechanics: How Everyday Movement Impacts You on the Mat

How are your everyday activities and movement patterns impacting your yoga practice? In this 75-minute workshop, Hayley Winter, MSc Biomechanics, E-RYT 500, YACEP explores the types of loading patterns you could be bringing to the mat that may negatively affect your experience within postures. Hayley explores the meaning of loading, deconstructing and reconstructing yoga postures to help re-pattern the body to avoid the risk of injury.

CE Workshop | How to Create a (Really Good) Online Course

Do you want to turn that "gleam in your eye" into a professional, well-designed online course? In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to think like an educator (rather than an expert), organize your content clearly, and structure your course for maximum impact and learning. We'll demystify technology and discuss which tools and platforms are right for you. Bring your current idea! During the workshop, we'll create a practical game plan to help you bring your course into the world.

Yoga Lineages | An Introduction to Kripalu Yoga

One of the joys of a personal yoga practice is discovering which style or lineage most resonates with you. Have you explored Kripalu yoga? Robert Mulhall and Monique Schubert (E-RYT 220, RYT 500, YACEP) join host Kim Weeks for this introductory workshop to Kripalu yoga, a practice emphasizing meditation, breathwork, and spiritual transformation.

Our Yoga Lineages series provides an easy-to-follow and comprehensive look at six of today’s most widely studied lineages (Ashtanga, Integral, Iyengar, Kripalu, Kundalini, and Viniyoga). In these sessions, presenters will share the history, philosophy, and power imbalances within these lineages.

Community Conversation | Yoga and Yoga Therapy

Join the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) and Yoga Alliance (YA) in conversation as YA shares its updated policy and the role Scope of Practice plays in providing guiderails for yoga teachers and yoga therapists. This session will be hosted by Marsha Banks-Harold, owner of PIES Fitness Yoga Studio, who contributed to Yoga Alliance's Standards Review Project and Yoga Therapy Task Force. She will be joined by IAYT Board Member Molly McManus, YA Board Member Staffan Elgelid, and YA Vice President of Standards Dr. Christa Kuberry.

CE Workshop | Scientific Research on Yoga and Substance Use Disorder Recovery

One in seven people in the United States is expected to develop a Substance Use Disorder at some point in their lives, with only ten percent receiving some type of treatment. Nikki Myers (E-RYT 500), founder and director of Yoga for 12-Step Recovery, joins Dr. Sat Bir Singh Khalsa for an important discussion on how yoga might help people who experience a Substance Use Disorder. This workshop will review the scientific research and rationale for using yoga to support recovery and improve overall mental health, and feature a real-world application of yoga as a powerful and sustainable supplement to 12-step programs. If you or someone you know suffers from substance use disorder or addiction, you may find resources on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website, or you can call their national helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) – U.S. only.

CE Workshop | Chair-Based Yoga Sequencing

Maria Jones and Krista Marzewski teach you how to sequence chair yoga classes easily and effectively for less-able and chronically-ill practitioners. You will learn how to incorporate practices that can become tools for your students in maintaining independence and managing the daily challenges of chronic or age-related conditions.

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