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Episode 66 Part 2 Beyond Asana - Yoga Accessibility and Trauma Sensitivity with Jivana Heyman
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In the second part of this powerful conversation, Jivana and Hannah explore practical steps for making yoga inclusive and accessible. Key topics include:
- How to teach accessible yoga and why these principles are crucial in every yoga class.
- How to create a trauma-sensitive space where all students feel empowered to make their own choices.
- Controversial thought: Is simplifying yoga an oversimplification, or is it the ultimate form of wisdom?
- Jivana’s surprising stance on using props, modifying postures, and the value of ‘meeting students where they are’—a view that challenges traditional teaching norms.
Whether you're a seasoned instructor or new to teaching, this episode offers essential insights on bringing the heart of yoga into every class, regardless of students' abilities or backgrounds.
Learn more about Jivana
Jivana Heyman, C-IAYT, E-RYT500, is the founder and director of Accessible Yoga, an organization dedicated to increasing access to the yoga teachings and supporting yoga teachers.
He’s the author of Accessible Yoga: Poses and Practices for Every Body; Yoga Revolution: Building a Practice of Courage & Compassion; and The Teacher's Guide to Accessible Yoga: Best Practices for Sharing Yoga with Every Body.
His books, classes, and trainings support yoga teachers and yoga therapists in finding ways to bring creativity and collaboration into their teaching while still respecting the ancient yoga tradition. Learn more at jivanaheyman.com
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