"It has been a big journey to reintegrate all parts of myself -- to accept without judgment all the various experiences that make up my whole -- and come to radical self-acceptance."
- Nikki Myers
Dear friend,
Here at Street Yoga, we all come together knowing that yoga creates space and provides tools for individuals to reground and recenter. As yoga practitioners, we have all experienced its healing power and the role that it plays in our personal journey of growth and self-love.
There are many ways to join our movement and become a Street Yoga advocate! We are all teachers, caregivers, volunteers and family members -- participate in one of our Trauma-Informed Yoga Training at a city near you. You can show your support by shopping, and donning, Street Yoga merchandise (all proceeds to towards our programs). You can also make a monetary donation to our cause through our website streetyoga.org/give.
Together, let's practice -- and pass it on.
With gratitude,
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NOVEMBER STUDIO OF THE MONTH
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THE ISSUES LIVE IN THE TISSUES
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ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT!
The statistics are staggering. Reports indicate that as many as one in three suffer from some type of addiction disorder. A multi-faceted condition with many forms, including: alcohol, illegal and prescription drugs, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating), compulsive spending, gambling, exercise bulimia, sex, love, porn as well as addiction to relationships and roles. Addiction causes social, psychological and physical harm. It affects people of all ages, backgrounds and socio-economic status. And...yes, it is hugely present in the yoga community. An equal opportunity destroyer, addiction affects not only the addict, it shakes families, friends and ultimately society as a whole.
This workshop uses presentation, discussion and experiential practices to explore finding the truth behind addiction. It presents a rich, powerful framework for self-inquiry and explores daily practices to enhance physical, mental and spiritual well-being. All proceeds raised from this event helps us bring the benefits of yoga and mindfulness to youth overcoming trauma.
We are raffling off amazing items at the workshop from Namaste Karma Collection Apparel, Barefoot Yoga Company, East West Bookstore, Yoga Tree Studio, Chaco Canyon Organic Café, Hothouse Spa & Sauna and more! All proceeds from the raffle help us bring yoga and mindfulness to youth overcoming trauma.
Nikki is an accomplished yoga therapist, teacher and somatic experiencing practitioner. She is the founder of CITYOGA School of Yoga and Health in Indianapolis and Y12SR (Yoga of 12-Step Recovery). From her personal struggles with addiction, Nikki is quick to tell the world, "The 12-step program and Yoga saved my life - one is my lifeboat, the other my launching pad."
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TRAINING ANNOUCEMENTS
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| UPCOMING TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA TRAININGS |
Our weekend training is Street Yoga's core curriculum. It offers an inspiring and heart-felt introduction to the field of yoga service for youth experiencing life challenges. The densely-packed 14-hour training focuses on a wide-variety of practical, hands-on skills needed to serve youth with yoga and meditation in the real world. Areas for exploration and practice include communicating effectively, maintaining safety in the classroom, promoting healthy boundaries, choosing postures and exercises, handling challenging behaviors and situations, and collaborating with agencies. More about the Trauma-Informed Yoga Trainings HERE.
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NOVEMBER 11-13, 2016
with Ivy Katz
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UPCOMING TRAININGS...
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NOVEMBER 12, 2016
with Mark Lilly
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JANUARY 27-29, 2017 with Mark Lilly
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NOVEMBER 12, 2016 with Mark Lilly
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JOIN US FOR A TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA TRAINING IN YOUR CITY
San Diego, CA - November 11-13, 2016 Nottingham, UK - November 12, 2016
Louisville, KY - February 24-26, 2017 Denver, CO - March 3-5, 2017 Flint, MI - March 10-12, 2017 Minneapolis, MN - March 31-April 1, 2017
Not seeing a training near you? Bring a Street Yoga Training to your region!
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WRITTEN BY DAVID HOLLEY
"As I continued into yoga, I was encouraged to take the 200 hour training (because we have no men teaching yoga.) The more that I learned I recognized a need in the kids at our middle and high schools about better focus, about slowing down, about breathing, about life that I felt could be met through yoga."
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SEATTLE YOGA NEWS is a weekly digital publication with informative, educational and inspirational content curated for the yoga community in the Seattle area. Subscribe for free.
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YOGA TEACHER CENTRAL donates 5% of proceeds to Street Yoga. Get instant access to expert teachings from diverse styles. Anatomy, Asana, Bandhas, Injuries, Mantras, Meditation, Music, Philosophy, Poetry, Pranayama, Sequencing, Themes. Learn more here.
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8 LIMBS YOGA CENTERS has chosen Street Yoga as their Community Giving partner for 2016, their 20th year of business in Seattle. 8 Limbs will donate a portion of their April profits and 100% of their Thanksgiving benefit classes to support Street Yoga's work to offer a safe space to trauma-sensitive youth in our communities. 8 Limbs Yoga Centers' mission is to create a supportive, inclusive, and non-competitive
atmosphere in which yoga practitioners can learn and grow. Learn more here.
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JOYNE YOGA offers a Buy One, Gift One program. For every mat purchase, Joyne Yoga gifts a mat to someone in need. Street Yoga is grateful to be one of the organizations that receive these gifted mats through the program. Learn more here.
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CONNECT WITH STREET YOGA
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Richelle Harrell
Executive Director
richelleharrell@streetyoga.org
Dominique Lim
Training and Outreach Director
dominiquelim@streetyoga.org
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Street Yoga is a nationally recognized non-profit organization that teaches yoga, mindfulness and compassionate communication to youth and families experiencing homelessness, poverty, abuse, addiction, trauma, and behavioral challenges, so that they can grow stronger, heal from past traumas, and create for themselves lives that are inspired, safe, and joyful. Learn more at www.streetyoga.org.
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