questioning yoga ancient traditions and modern innovations in yoga

Questioning Yoga: Bridging Ancient Traditions and Modern Innovations

Today I share a short video essay exploring my journey in beginning to question yoga and the intersection between ancient yoga traditions and modern innovations.  I share a bit of my own personal journey, from my early days in Sivananda and Ashtanga yoga to my evolution as a teacher and lifelong stu..read more
sharing readings and quotes in yoga classes


Sharing Readings or Quotes in Yoga Class

You may have attended a yoga class where the teacher shares a quote, reading, or poem that deeply resonates with you, creating an environment of introspection and creative contemplation that enhances your experience of yoga. Readings can set a meaningful tone for the class, offering students someth..read more
What is Union? Union and Yoking in yoga philosophy

What is Union?

Exploring Union and Yoking in Yoga Philosophy

Watch the video or read the discussion notes and ideas for exploring union and yoking in your personal practice or in your yoga teaching. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K-XPXt_Bu4[/embedyt]   Welcome Everyone! In this discussion we explore a core concept in yoga philoso..read more
how to share accessible inclusive yoga philosophy and ethics

Creating Inclusive, Accessible Yoga Spaces: Sharing Yoga Philosophy & Ethics

In this discussion we are talking about how to share yoga philosophy, ethics, mythology, or spirituality in an inclusive, accessible, and respectful way. This is part of a continuing conversation around making our yoga teaching inclusive and accessible for all. A few areas we’ll touc..read more
finding balance in an unbalanced world yoga and wellness culture

Finding Balance in an Unbalanced World

Exploring the meaning of 'balance' in yoga and wellness culture

What does 'balance' mean? Yoga and wellness culture speak a lot about balance, but what does that mean? What does that look like in our culture, in our day-to-day lives, in our relationships and communities, and how does this influence our growth and explor..read more
how to ask for feedback in yoga class

How to Ask for Feedback in Yoga Classes

7 Strategies to overcome your fear, ask for feedback in yoga classes, and create more inclusive, student-centered yoga classes

I got a great question the other day from a teacher who was experimenting with adding some new elements into her yoga classes. She was concerned about how this was landing with her students and..read more
yoga is more than asana

Yoga Is More Than Asana

If you’ve practiced yoga for a while, sure, you know that yoga is much more than the asanas or movements we do on the mat. “Yoga is not about touching your toes or standing on your head, but what you learn along the way” etc. etc.  But I have to admit that knowing this intellectually doesn’t stop me from sometimes feeling like I’v..read more

Making Yoga More Inclusive

5 Strategies for Yoga Teachers to Make Yoga A Welcoming, Inclusive Space for All

1. Create a Welcoming Environment:

Foster a sense of inclusivity and belonging by creating a welcoming and non-judgmental space. Emphasize acceptance, respect, and support for all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or sk..read more
winter solstice, a time of contemplation and appreciation

Winter Solstice

A time of contemplation and appreciation.

As we embrace the winter solstice those of us in the northern hemisphere are transitioning into a period of repose. Traditionally marked by learning, storytelling, and reflection, the lengthening nights and colder temperatures gently nudge us towards the warmth of indoor spaces. Flowing with this natu..read more
What does yoga mean to me. How do you define yoga

What does yoga mean to me?  How do you define yoga?  What brings your students to yoga?

Video + Transcript with Heather Agnew, ERYT-500, Lead Trainer. Watch the discussion video, or read a few discussion notes below.   [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxL5jiQNF5U[/embedyt]  

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Back pain and my grandma's cane

Musings on Back Pain and My Grandma's Cane

Hello Friends, As many of you know I had a back pain flare up this past month, and had to limit my time at my desk. My injury meant that I didn't send out a newsletter last month, so the news has piled up a bit!  Below I have some updates on Gawler & Canberra workshops and some new videos and blog posts that I hope yo..read more
Rainy Days and Aging Bodies

Thoughts on Appreciating Rainy Days and Aging Bodies

On this tranquil, rainy Saturday afternoon, I find myself reminiscing about how my perception of rainy days has undergone a profound transformation since my move to Australia 20 years ago. Back then, during the midst of a drought, I quickly learned to cherish every raindrop as a lifeline to the parched earth, fillin..read more