Be The Change Yoga

6/15 Summer Solstice - Open House!
2024-06-15 12:30 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Event Overview

We hope you will join us at our Summer Solstice Celebration and Open House on Saturday, June 15th! If you are curious about yoga and would like to learn more, this is the perfect opportunity to meet our studio owners, key staff, and sample the different types of yoga offerings to find the right type of practice for you!

You’ll start your class with Studio Owner, Allison Prince in the red (sun) studio where you will spend 30-minutes covering the basics of Yoga, the importance of the breath and how to modify to meet your specific needs.

You’ll then move into the blue (lunar) studio for a 30-minute Restorative Yoga and Sound Healing session led by Jonah Montes to calm the mind and the nervous system.

You will finish your session with Studio Owner, Katie Allen in the Tea House where you will sip tea, snack on fruit and learn about yoga as a practice of lifestyle medicine.

Class Offerings

June 15th Yoga Sampler Class @12:30 PM

12:30 – 1:00 PM – Intro to Yoga with Allison Prince
1:00 – 1:30 PM – Restorative Yoga with Jonah Montes
1:30 – 2:00 PM – Tea, Philosophy, and Fruit with Katie Allen

Pricing:

$25 Early Bird | $30 Day of

Date:

Saturday, June 15th
12:30 – 2:00 PM
In-studio | Space Limited

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Allison Martin Prince C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, CMT
This course is led by Allison Prince. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 200-hour Teacher Training Program. She has been teaching yoga for over 15 years and has taught more than 10,000 hours.
She received her yoga therapist training from AlcheMe Yoga Therapy and specializes in women’s health and fertility. She is passionate about weaving the subtle body practices into her yoga classes, including mantras, mudras, and meditation kriyas. She has also trained in Kundalini Yoga and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Functional Medicine.

Katie Allen, MPH, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
This course is led by Katie Allen. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 300-hour Teacher Training Program and 850-hour Yoga Therapist Training. She received her Master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane University and wrote her thesis on Yoga’s Ability to Prevent and Treat Chronic Diseases.
Since then, her mission is to use her public health lens as a means of advancing the field of Yoga Therapy. She develops yoga therapy program for hospitals, health systems and founded AlcheMe Yoga Therapy, a professional yoga therapy organization consisting of education, research, program implementation and job creation.

Jonah Montes, Yoga Teacher
I started teaching Yoga in 2015 because I realized there is so much more to the practice than just the physical benefits: there is healing and growth. As a teacher, I hope to share the healing aspect of yoga to anyone who is in need of it. I love teaching Yoga because I not only get to contribute to a student’s yoga journey as a guide but also as a witness to the growth and progression they experience through their practice.

My teaching style is gentle Yin-inspired Restorative Yoga with elements of Viniyoga.

6/12 Heal, Manifest, and Rest: Bhavana Workshop
2024-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Heal, Manifest, and Rest
Bhavana Workshop and Sound Healing
Do you beliee you can manifest your dreams?
During this 2 hours workshop, we will dive into the concept of Bhavana “visualization” to “Visualize” what you would like to manifest for your Health, Career, or Relationships in 2024.

Opening Ceremony – dissolving into a bowl of water what you would like to let go from 2023
45 minutes of gentle yoga practice – to calm the mind and release tension
15 minutes dedicated to self-reflection and journaling
30 minutes: “Create your Bhavana” practice
30 minutes: Sound Healing Bath + ending meditation

Space is limited to 15 students.
This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

Workshop Details

Wednesday, June 12th
6:00 – 8:00 PM PST
$50 pre-reg | $55 day of
Space is limited.

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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Flora Frontini, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
My name is Flora Frontini and I am an E-RYT-500 Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist, in the process of finishing my hours and certifying with the International Association of Yoga Therapists, IAYT.
I work closely with clients facing physical and emotional challenges that impact their daily lives.
Through the practice of yoga and mindfulness, I have witnessed my clients experiencing transformational changes that have led to greater ease, peace, and joy.
My focus is on stress management, chronic pain, injury rehab, and mental health imbalances.
Currently, I’m interning at the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living, working closely with social workers and psychotherapists to deliver integrative care. I am passionate about contributing to mental health initiatives and creating a nurturing environment for personal growth and healing. Beyond my professional endeavors, I find joy in expressing myself through painting and savoring moments swimming. Long, leisurely walks with my husband and my dog, Oreo, are some of my favorite ways to unwind and connect in the present moment.

6/9 Kyle Lam Sound Healing: Becoming Mindful
2024-06-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

We are honored to be able to grace your community with a powerful meditation experience that harnesses the elements of music to guide you into a transformative relaxation experience.
Kyle Lam Sound Healing will create a chamber of harmonies and melodies specifically put together to strengthen the connection between your heart and mind, inducing various emotional and physiological responses that help you achieve greater clarity and awareness of yourself.
Most of us are consciously aware of only 5% of our minds while the remaining 95% resides in the subconscious. What if we were able to discover the inner depths of our behaviors, the root cause of our patterns and habits, and the connection between our internal environment and that of our external environment? How much more confidence could we have with our decisions then that truly benefit our well-being? What type of changes or shifts in your life could occur if we removed any blockages preventing us from becoming the best version of ourselves?
Through this guided sound meditation, you’ll have the opportunity to embark on an inward journey to help achieve this level of mindfulness. Regardless of your meditation experience, our sound meditations are powerful enough to place even the most anxious minds into a meditative state.
Our evening includes an introduction to meditation and mindfulness, a 45 minute guided sound bath meditation, and a closing ceremony to integrate your journey.
doTERRA essential oils are available free of charge to enhance your meditation experience with aromatherapy.
Our meditations are open to anyone with a willingness to create change in their lives and those looking to live a more fulfilled life that comes from their hearts.

Workshop Details

Pricing:

$50 for event

Date:

Sunday, June 9th
6:30 – 8:00pm PST
In-studio
Space Limited

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Kyle Lam
Kyle Lam is a wellness practitioner dedicated to serving the emotional, mental and spiritual well-being of the community with sound bath meditation and holistic healing events all throughout Southern California. His background in music and expertise in working with a variety of musical instruments allows him to curate sound experiences that guide participants into a meditative state, enlightening their awareness and strengthening their connection with mind, body, and spirit. His goal is for the community to develop a more intimate connection to their hearts while inspiring new dedications towards the betterment of their well-being.

6/7 Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness: Hormonal Trio
2024-06-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness

The Hormonal Trio: balancing estrogen, progesterone and testosterone

Join Dr. Nadia Mistry ND and Yoga Therapist, Allison Prince for a transformative 3-part series focusing on specific aspects of women’s health.

This final workshop will focus on sex hormones. You can take these workshops a la carte.

Join us for an enlightening talk on the intricate interplay of the three key female sex hormones: estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.

Discover their vital functions in regulating menstrual cycles, mood, fertility, and overall well-being. Learn how environmental factors can
disrupt this delicate hormonal balance, leading to a range of symptoms.

We’ll delve into identifying signs of hormonal imbalances and explore strategies to optimize liver and gut health for hormonal harmony.

Don’t miss this empowering session to reclaim control of your hormonal health!

Workshop Details

Friday, June 21st
6:00 – 7:30PM
Space is limited.
$55 Register in advance for $10 off (use code PREREG10)
$65 Day of

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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Dr. Nadia Mistry, ND
Dr. Nadia Mistry, ND, is a California licensed naturopathic doctor, specializing in women’s health and evidence-based natural interventions for hormonal optimization and balance. Dr. Mistry adopts a tailored approach, utilizing a combination of functional medicine testing, individualized nutrition plans, mindset work, herbal remedies, supplements, and lifestyle modifications to bring harmony to gut health and hormones. Her mission is to create a space where women feel truly heard and seen – a place where empowerment through knowledge becomes the catalyst for transformative change.
Graduating with a doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Dr. Mistry furthered her expertise in homeopathy at the New England School of Homeopathy. She has pursued advanced coursework in hormones and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy through the American Academy for Anti-Aging Medicine and the Institute of Women’s Health.
Discover more about Dr. Mistry’s holistic approach to wellness at www.mistrywellness.com, and stay connected with her on Instagram @drnadiamistry for valuable insights into hormone health and balance.

Allison Martin Prince C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, CMT
This course is led by Allison Prince. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 200-hour Teacher Training Program. She has been teaching yoga for over 15 years and has taught more than 10,000 hours.
She received her yoga therapist training from AlcheMe Yoga Therapy and specializes in women’s health and fertility. She is passionate about weaving the subtle body practices into her yoga classes, including mantras, mudras, and meditation kriyas. She has also trained in Kundalini Yoga and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Functional Medicine.

6/6 Zero-Waste Living and Yogic Philosophy
2024-06-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Discover how the Yamas (universal ethical principles) and Niyamas (self-observances) guide us towards mindful consumption and reduced waste.

This workshop will be the first of a two-part series where we discuss Sustainable Basics for Spring and Summer in our June session, followed by Sustainable Practices for the Holidays in October. Both sessions will review Yogic Philosophy and easy ways to implement sustainable practices into your daily life.

Course Details

Pricing:

$20 Early Bird
$25 Day of

All proceeds will be donated to our non-profit organization, AlcheMe Natural Health Institute (ANHI) Payment will be made separate from this registration. Please see our front desk team for payment details or pay using this link:
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Date:

Thursday, June 6th
6:00 – 7:15 pm PDT
Tea House

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Gennavie Johnson, RYT-500, E RYT-200, and RCYT Instructor
Genna has been a yoga instructor in Orange County since 2017, with a particular focus on children’s yoga education. In addition to being a yoga instructor, Genna is pursuing her licensure to become a professional children’s therapist and LMFT. If Genna were a Venn diagram, she would exist at the center of three circles: yoga, working with children, and the study of mental health/trauma.

She plans to pursue a Ph.D. and conduct research on the intersection of these three fields, developing a play-based, trauma-informed yoga therapy program for children that can be used by anyone who works with kids.

5/30 Yoga Therapy for Bone Strength
2024-05-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

In this 2 hour workshop we will be diving into the poses Dr. Fishman is studying to increase bone strength. We will be practicing the poses in ways to help bring awareness to the muscles and alignment for each pose. We will be exploring some of the poses in the first, second and third series.

Come clear up questions you might have about the poses, learn variations of the pose that work best for your body, and leave the workshop with the tools for a more effective practice. This workshop is suitable for all levels but a familiarity with the poses will be helpful.

Course Details

Pricing:

$45 Early Bird | $55 Day of
or
$85 Early Bird | $100 Day of for both sessions (5/23 and 5/30)

Date:

Thursday, May 30th
11:00 – 1:00 pm PDT
In-studio
Space Limited

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Susan Kjesbo, C-IAYT
Susan’s teaching is centered around therapeutics, restorative, yoga for seniors, meditation and hatha yoga. Teaching allows here to share what she has come to love and has made a part of her life. Trained at the Ananda School for Yoga and Meditation, she has an alignment base style but also one that encompasses the whole individual meeting him/her where they are in the moment. She is a certified yoga therapist, C-IAYT. Her meditation techniques are from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.

Susan has participated in an international yoga study that is indicating that yoga can improve bone strength for someone who has osteoporosis or osteopenia. This is an area of interest for her and she has lead workshops and classes on bone health and yoga in southern California. Information on Loren Fishman’s Osteoporosis study can be found at Sciatica.org. If you are interested in participating in the current bone strength study being conducted by Dr. Loren Fishman go to http://www.sciatica.org or contact Susan Kjesbo for more information. You can also view her website dedicated to yoga and bone strength at http://www.yogaforbones.com
Susan is a member of Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapy. She has been trained in hatha, meditation, restoratives, yoga for seniors, in the Fishman method yoga for osteoporosis, chair yoga, and yoga tune-up ball.

5/29 Yoga Nidra (4-week series)
2024-05-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Yoga Nidra

Join Lisa Espinosa (BTC Yoga Teacher Training Graduate) for a 4-week series where you will learn about the practice of Yoga Nidra. The practice is like a very long savasana, where you rest in a comfortable position and listen to a guided meditation that rotates your consciousness throughout the body. Yoga Nidra can be defined as: sleep with trace awareness or conscious deep relaxation. Yoga Nidra is a conscious state that occurs between waking consciousness and dreaming consciousness, also known as “sleepless sleep.”

What are the benefits of yoga nidra?
The many benefits of a consistent yoga nidra practice include:

*Decrease in release of stress hormones
*Decrease in blood pressure levels
*Decrease in blood glucose levels
*Pain reduction
*Improved mood
*Increased sense of wellness and ease
*Reduction in anxiety
*Release of negative samskaras (deeply held impressions in the unconscious mind)
*Conscious realization of suppressed desires, emotions, etc.
*Experience of profound spiritual insights

What do I need to bring?
You will be reclined on your yoga mat for about half an hour, so choose any props that will allow you to remain comfortable. We have blocks, bolsters, blankets, and mats in the studio, but you are welcome to bring your own. Some like to use a lightweight eye
pillow during their yoga nidra practice. Dress in loose, comfortable clothes.

Course Details

Come join us for a four-week Yoga Nidra experience!

Led by Lisa Espinosa.
Wednesdays, starting May 29th
6:00 – 7:00 PM PST
$100 – early bird
$125 – day of event
Space is limited.

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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Lisa Espinoza, RYT-200
Lisa Espinoza completed her 200-hour YTT here at Be the Change and holds additional certifications in restorative yoga and yoga nidra. Lisa’s passion for bringing the healing power of yoga to individuals, particularly those experiencing grief and loss, is born of
her own profound loss and the practice of yoga that was a lifeline through those deep waters. Lisa is currently enrolled in Be The Change Yoga’s Advanced 300hr Yoga Teacher Training program.

5/23 Intro to Yoga Therapy for Bone Health
2024-05-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

In this 2 hour workshop you will gain a greater understanding of how bones are built, how to understand a DEXA scan, and learn safe range of motion for someone with Osteoporosis. We will also be practicing the 12 yoga poses that Dr. Fishman has been studying to increase bone density.

Yoga challenges our balance, builds strength in the body, increases proprioception which aids in fall prevention. Yoga helps to reduce stress. All of these things are important when you have bone loss.

Come empower yourself! This is an all levels class and is most beneficial for someone new to the benefits of yoga for bone health but can also be a refresher workshop if you have taken a bone workshop from Susan in the past.

Course Details

Pricing:

$45 Early Bird | $55 Day of
or
$85 Early Bird | $100 Day of for both sessions (5/23 and 5/30)

Date:

Thursday, May 23rd
11:00 – 1:00 pm PDT
In-studio
Space Limited

Register for Workshop

Susan Kjesbo, C-IAYT
Susan’s teaching is centered around therapeutics, restorative, yoga for seniors, meditation and hatha yoga. Teaching allows here to share what she has come to love and has made a part of her life. Trained at the Ananda School for Yoga and Meditation, she has an alignment base style but also one that encompasses the whole individual meeting him/her where they are in the moment. She is a certified yoga therapist, C-IAYT. Her meditation techniques are from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.

Susan has participated in an international yoga study that is indicating that yoga can improve bone strength for someone who has osteoporosis or osteopenia. This is an area of interest for her and she has lead workshops and classes on bone health and yoga in southern California. Information on Loren Fishman’s Osteoporosis study can be found at Sciatica.org. If you are interested in participating in the current bone strength study being conducted by Dr. Loren Fishman go to http://www.sciatica.org or contact Susan Kjesbo for more information. You can also view her website dedicated to yoga and bone strength at http://www.yogaforbones.com
Susan is a member of Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapy. She has been trained in hatha, meditation, restoratives, yoga for seniors, in the Fishman method yoga for osteoporosis, chair yoga, and yoga tune-up ball.

5/20 Cultivating Mental Wellbeing: 6-Week Course
2024-05-20 15:30 - 16:45 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

This 6-week program will offer you tools and practices to spark a more balanced mind. If you are experiencing tendencies such as anxiety, depression or insomnia, this Yoga Therapy series will help you self-discover your steps to self-awareness, self-regulation, and resilience.
Learn how to inner and outer resources when feeling misaligned with your mental well-being. Cultivating Mental Well-being with Megan will undoubtedly change your life, maintaining meaning and mindfulness streaming a stable, joyful mind.

Course Details

Pricing:

$225 Early Bird
$250 Day of course

Date:

Mondays, 3:30-4:45PM
May 20th – June 24th
In-studio
Space Limited

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Megan McCarver, M.A., C-IAYT, IYA
Megan McCarver, M.A., C-IAYT, IYA, specializes in wholesome lifestyle plans (Yoga Therapy) to increase mindfulness which reduces stress, especially with clients addressing mental health, neurological imbalances, and bolstering healthy aging (including fall prevention and coping mechanisms during major life transitions). She is honored to serve as Practicum Director and lead Faculty at AlcheMe Yoga Therapy, BTC Yoga in Irvine, California. She has her master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Studies and over 1,308 hours of formal yoga and meditation training. Megan teaches yoga and sees private clients online or in their houses. She leads an annual weekend Redwood Yoga Retreat every Fall. During her earlier career, she had a “Megassage” business for 12 years, co-founded Santa Monica Yoga, created iVillage Print-and-Go-Yoga, and co-led two yoga retreats in Southern India. Megan’s faith in the greater good, how to benefit others, and loving-kindness is palpable and contagious.

5/18 & 5/19 Principles of Pranayama for Yoga Therapy
2024-05-19 12:30 - 17:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Course Overview

For Yoga Teachers, learn correct applications of a wide variety of pranayama practices for therapeutic purposes.
This 9 hour Weekend Intensive is led by Yoga Therapist Juris Zinbergs. This intensive lays down the foundation for trainees in all levels of our programming to gain a correct and thorough understanding of the energetic body, as well as tools and practices to work with this layer. Trainees will learn the proper techniques of various pranayama practices that range from the most basic to the most advanced; as well as the discernment of how to correctly apply such practices.
Pranayama is more subtle than asana and a person’s respiratory pattern and energy levels provides us with a lot of information about their current health status. During this intensive, trainees will gain tools and models to assess the energetic body, identify areas that may be out of balance and provide customize pranayama practices to balance the pranamaya kosha.

Course Details

Course Tuition:

$175
Included in 300hr auto-pay
9 contact hours

Course Dates:

Saturday, May 18th 8:30 – 11:30 AM PST
Sunday, May 19th 12:30 – 6:30 PM PST

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Juris Zinbergs, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Juris Zinbergs initiated his Yoga study in 1993 and is now a well-known Yoga instructor in his local Yoga community. In 1997, he was certified by Gary Kraftsow of the American Viniyoga Institute to teach asana, pranayama, and chanting in the same yoga tradition of his own teacher, TKV Desikachar. Juris has also completed AVI’s three year training course in the application of yoga as a process for managing acute and chronic conditions. As a faculty assistant for AVI, he helps with training and developing teachers in this authentic Viniyoga tradition. He shares these living teachings of T Krishnamacharya, emphasizing appropriately placed, accurate, and pragmatically integrated yoga techniques to help one achieve their fullest potential.
Juris Zinbergs is recognized by the International Association of Yoga Therapists, as a (C-IAYT) Yoga Therapist. He is also a Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) with Yoga Alliance. He has served as Faculty for the Viniyoga Therapist Training, (2010-2012), Faculty for Viniyoga Foundations Program, (2011-2015), Faculty for Foundations for Yoga Therapy Training, (2011-2012), and Faculty Assistant for AVI Teacher Training and Yoga Therapy Training (2008-2015).

5/18 Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus Sound Journey
2024-05-18 18:45 - 20:15 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus Sound Journey
A sound journey with primary focus on grounding the human body, back to our natural self. An aligning of our energies with sacred frequency tones in the ranges of the root, the sacral, and the solar plexus chakras via indigenous instruments including gongs, drums, flutes, tibetan bowls and more. Led by Sound Therapist, Gene Jimenez.
This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

Workshop Details

Led by Gene Jimenez
Saturday, May 18th
6:45 – 8:15 PM PST
$45 – early bird
$55 – day of event
Space is limited.

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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Gene Jimenez, Sound Healer
My name is GENE and I play healing frequency sounds performed with Tibetan and crystal bowls, handpan/shaman/tongue/ocean drums, native flutes, mayan flutes, gongs, koshi bells, sansula, shruti box, didgeridoo and more. All performed live with the intention of healing, grounding and to create a space for the individuals journey to heal, expand and thrive. Over the past 21 years, I have been dedicated to a celestial and sacred journey of deep self exploration, as well as reconnecting with my own indigenous ancestry from the Andes to the Aleutians. As a visual artist, I have shown in art galleries across the country. In the past 9 years, I learned to play over 13+ indigenous instruments alongside an intense education of the rediscovering the true science of sound medicine, from its original ancient healing practices, to its modern day re-emergence in the medical fi eld. I am a native Southern Californian, growing up in the central Orange County, CA area. Along with being an artist, I am a Certified Sound Healer, a Sound Healer Association member, a Certified Experiential Outdoor Facilitator, a college professor, a husband and a dad.

5/3 Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness: Thyroid Health
2024-05-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness
Thyroid Health: Igniting Your Metabolic Fire

Join Dr. Nadia Mistry ND and Yoga Therapist, Allison Prince for a transformative 3-part series focusing on specific aspects of women’s health.

This second workshop will focus on Thyroid Health. You can take these workshops a la carte.

It’s estimated that 60 million Americans, both men and women, grapple with thyroid issues, often undiagnosed. Doctors rely on “normal” reference ranges, but symptoms may not align with numbers.
Thyroid hormone regulates metabolism, energy levels, and weight.

Imbalances can cause sluggishness, menstrual changes, high cholesterol, weight changes, digestive issues, and temperature fluctuations. In this talk, we’ll uncover root cause of thyroid imbalance,
explore naturopathic remedies to alleviate symptoms, and discover practical ways to integrate these practices into daily life. Let’s embark
on a journey to thyroid wellness together.

Workshop Details

Friday, May 3rd
6:00 – 7:30PM
Space is limited.
$55 Register in advance for $10 off (use code PREREG10)
$65 Day of

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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Dr. Nadia Mistry, ND
Dr. Nadia Mistry, ND, is a California licensed naturopathic doctor, specializing in women’s health and evidence-based natural interventions for hormonal optimization and balance. Dr. Mistry adopts a tailored approach, utilizing a combination of functional medicine testing, individualized nutrition plans, mindset work, herbal remedies, supplements, and lifestyle modifications to bring harmony to gut health and hormones. Her mission is to create a space where women feel truly heard and seen – a place where empowerment through knowledge becomes the catalyst for transformative change.
Graduating with a doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Dr. Mistry furthered her expertise in homeopathy at the New England School of Homeopathy. She has pursued advanced coursework in hormones and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy through the American Academy for Anti-Aging Medicine and the Institute of Women’s Health.
Discover more about Dr. Mistry’s holistic approach to wellness at www.mistrywellness.com, and stay connected with her on Instagram @drnadiamistry for valuable insights into hormone health and balance.

Allison Martin Prince C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, CMT
This course is led by Allison Prince. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 200-hour Teacher Training Program. She has been teaching yoga for over 15 years and has taught more than 10,000 hours.
She received her yoga therapist training from AlcheMe Yoga Therapy and specializes in women’s health and fertility. She is passionate about weaving the subtle body practices into her yoga classes, including mantras, mudras, and meditation kriyas. She has also trained in Kundalini Yoga and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Functional Medicine.

4/8 Restful Sleep 6-Week Course
2024-04-29 15:30 - 16:45 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

“Rest and concentration are two sides of the same coin,” as Dr. Bhavanani wisely stated.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to wake up every morning feeling refreshed and rejuvenated? Well, we have just the solution for you!
Join our 6-week course, where you’ll learn valuable MegaTherapeutic Yoga skills that can help you cultivate new habits for improved health. In addition to our focus on Yoga, each class will also incorporate Yoga postures, breathwork, meditation, and positive mindset that you will seamlessly integrate into your own bedtime routine.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this all-levels class is designed to accommodate students of all ages and abilities. We believe that everyone can benefit from these gentle practices, and we’re excited to create a welcoming safe space where you can explore and enhance your sleep journey.
Join us, meet new friends, and discover your true self by achieving restful nights, peaceful mornings and positive perspective.

Course Details

Pricing:

$199 Early Bird (use code PREREG6W)
$215 Day of course

Date:

Mondays, 3:30-4:45PM
April 8th – May 13th
In-studio
Space Limited

Week 1 – Real Relaxation, Sleep and Yoga Relaxation – Meet, greet, and gain an overall view of Yoga concepts and practice. The first class will include an introduction to basic Yoga postures, breathing, meditation and relaxation experience.
Week 2 – Sleep and Yoga Relaxation – Group discussion about the Western view of sleep, coupled with Yoga concepts, and a practical relaxation experience, including Yoga postures, breathing and meditation.
Week 3 – Four-Fold Relaxation Technique Part 1: “Letting Down” – Group discussion about “letting down” and a practical relaxation experience, including Yoga postures, breathing and meditation.
Week 4 – Four-Fold Relaxation Technique Part 2: “Giving Up” – Group discussion about Yoga concepts for “giving up” and a practical relaxation experience, including Yoga postures, breathing and meditation.
Week 5 – Four-Fold Relaxation Technique Part 3: “Giving In” – Group discussion about Yoga concepts for “giving in” and a practical relaxation experience, including Yoga postures, breathing and meditation.
Week 6 – Four-Fold Relaxation Technique Part 4: “Giving Over” – Opening discussion of Yoga concepts for “giving over” and a practical relaxation experience, including Yoga postures, breathing and meditation.

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Megan McCarver, M.A., C-IAYT, IYA
Megan McCarver, M.A., C-IAYT, IYA, specializes in wholesome lifestyle plans (Yoga Therapy) to increase mindfulness which reduces stress, especially with clients addressing mental health, neurological imbalances, and bolstering healthy aging (including fall prevention and coping mechanisms during major life transitions). She is honored to serve as Practicum Director and lead Faculty at AlcheMe Yoga Therapy, BTC Yoga in Irvine, California. She has her master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Studies and over 1,308 hours of formal yoga and meditation training. Megan teaches yoga and sees private clients online or in their houses. She leads an annual weekend Redwood Yoga Retreat every Fall. During her earlier career, she had a “Megassage” business for 12 years, co-founded Santa Monica Yoga, created iVillage Print-and-Go-Yoga, and co-led two yoga retreats in Southern India. Megan’s faith in the greater good, how to benefit others, and loving-kindness is palpable and contagious.

4/27 & 4/28 Asana Foundations for Yoga Therapy
2024-04-27 12:30 - 18:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Course Overview

For Yoga Teachers, learn how to safely adapt the five categories of asana therapeutically.
This 11.75 hour weekend is led by Yoga Therapist Cheri Dostal Ryba. This intensive serves as a bridge for yoga teachers who have trained in different lineages and aims to provide a common language and understanding of the body. This is a foundational intensive for our 300-hour training program, creating a lens that will be carried through all of the other courses.
These 11.75 hours will cover the five categories of asana (standing poses, forward bends, backbends, twists and inversions) while focusing on modifications for specific health conditions. Trainees will gain a strong understanding of alignment and assessment methodology through asana.

Course Details

Course Tuition:

$225
Included in 300hr auto-pay

Course Dates:

Saturday, April 27th 12:30 – 6:30 pm
Sunday, April 28th 12:30 – 6:30 pm

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Juris Zinbergs, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Juris Zinbergs initiated his Yoga study in 1993 and is now a well-known Yoga instructor in his local Yoga community. In 1997, he was certified by Gary Kraftsow of the American Viniyoga Institute to teach asana, pranayama, and chanting in the same yoga tradition of his own teacher, TKV Desikachar. Juris has also completed AVI’s three year training course in the application of yoga as a process for managing acute and chronic conditions. As a faculty assistant for AVI, he helps with training and developing teachers in this authentic Viniyoga tradition. He shares these living teachings of T Krishnamacharya, emphasizing appropriately placed, accurate, and pragmatically integrated yoga techniques to help one achieve their fullest potential.
Juris Zinbergs is recognized by the International Association of Yoga Therapists, as a (C-IAYT) Yoga Therapist. He is also a Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) with Yoga Alliance. He has served as Faculty for the Viniyoga Therapist Training, (2010-2012), Faculty for Viniyoga Foundations Program, (2011-2015), Faculty for Foundations for Yoga Therapy Training, (2011-2012), and Faculty Assistant for AVI Teacher Training and Yoga Therapy Training (2008-2015).

Surendra Mehta MBA, C-IAYT, RYT-200
Surendra Mehta, is a certified yoga therapist, and graduate of the Loyola Marymount University (LMU), Los Angeles, Yoga Therapy and Teachers Training programs. In addition he studied at the Indian Yoga Institute in India, and with teachers including Dr. Nagendra. Surendra studied Yoga Nidra at Bihar School of Yoga, and is a direct disciple of Yog Swami Ram Dev, known for his Pranayama teachings. Currently he is studying Prime of Life Yoga® with internationally known yoga teacher Dr. Larry Payne PhD.

Surendra has been practicing Yoga since 1994 and teaching since 2001. He conducts Pranayama and Yoga Nidra workshops for individuals, small groups and corporations. He teaches at Yoga Therapy and Teacher Training programs at LMU and other schools.

4/12 Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness: Stress
2024-04-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness
From stress to strength: empowering you through adrenal awareness.

Join Dr. Nadia Mistry and Yoga Therapist, Allison Prince for a transformative 3-part series focusing on specific aspects of women’s health.

This first workshop will focus on Cortisol, known as the ‘stress hormone’; which is complex and often misunderstood.

Initial stress triggers raise cortisol, but prolonged stress causes fluctuations, from excessive to
insufficient production. Imbalances can lead to sleep disturbances, mood swings, weight
changes, skin problems, digestion issues, and irregular cycles.

Join us as we explore the signs and symptoms of adrenal dysfunction, a brief introduction to testing, and valuable tips for supporting adrenal health through nutrition, lifestyle, and targeted supplement therapies.

Let’s unlock the secrets to adrenal equilibrium and well-being!

Workshop Details

Friday, April 12th
6:00 – 7:30PM
Space is limited.
$55 Register in advance for $10 off (use code PREREG10)
$65 Day of
$150 for all 3 classes

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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Dr. Nadia Mistry, ND
Dr. Nadia Mistry, ND, is a California licensed naturopathic doctor, specializing in women’s health and evidence-based natural interventions for hormonal optimization and balance. Dr. Mistry adopts a tailored approach, utilizing a combination of functional medicine testing, individualized nutrition plans, mindset work, herbal remedies, supplements, and lifestyle modifications to bring harmony to gut health and hormones. Her mission is to create a space where women feel truly heard and seen – a place where empowerment through knowledge becomes the catalyst for transformative change.
Graduating with a doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Dr. Mistry furthered her expertise in homeopathy at the New England School of Homeopathy. She has pursued advanced coursework in hormones and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy through the American Academy for Anti-Aging Medicine and the Institute of Women’s Health.
Discover more about Dr. Mistry’s holistic approach to wellness at www.mistrywellness.com, and stay connected with her on Instagram @drnadiamistry for valuable insights into hormone health and balance.

Allison Martin Prince C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, CMT
This course is led by Allison Prince. She co-founded Be The Change Yoga and is the School Director for the 200-hour Teacher Training Program. She has been teaching yoga for over 15 years and has taught more than 10,000 hours.
She received her yoga therapist training from AlcheMe Yoga Therapy and specializes in women’s health and fertility. She is passionate about weaving the subtle body practices into her yoga classes, including mantras, mudras, and meditation kriyas. She has also trained in Kundalini Yoga and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Functional Medicine.

2/22 Improving Your Balance (4-Week Series)
2024-03-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Let’s Improve our Balance!

Our Balance is important at any age. It helps us navigate our path ahead. We can make a difference in our overall balance by challenging and practicing our balance.

Did you know that 1 out of 5 falls cause a serious injury. Broken bones certainly slow us down and practicing our balance is important when we have bone loss. Falls are also the most common cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Falls are preventable and do not have to be an inevitable part of aging.

Yoga improves our balance by:
• creating greater awareness
• increasing our strength, flexibility and agility
• challenging our balance which is necessary to maintain good balance

In this fun 4 week series we will be:
• focusing on feet, ankles, knees and hips
• playing with yoga poses in new and different ways to challenge our balance
• strengthening important muscles used for balance
• layering on distractions

This is an ALL levels class. You are never too young or old to work on your balance. Join Susan Kjesbo, C-IAYT in starting off the year on the right foot!

Course Details

Pricing:

$100 Pre-registration
$120 Same day registration

Date:

Thursdays, February 22nd – March 14th
11:00 – 12:30pm PST
In-studio
Space Limited

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Susan Kjesbo, C-IAYT
Susan’s teaching is centered around therapeutics, restorative, yoga for seniors, meditation and hatha yoga. Teaching allows here to share what she has come to love and has made a part of her life. Trained at the Ananda School for Yoga and Meditation, she has an alignment base style but also one that encompasses the whole individual meeting him/her where they are in the moment. She is a certified yoga therapist, C-IAYT. Her meditation techniques are from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.

Susan has participated in an international yoga study that is indicating that yoga can improve bone strength for someone who has osteoporosis or osteopenia. This is an area of interest for her and she has lead workshops and classes on bone health and yoga in southern California. Information on Loren Fishman’s Osteoporosis study can be found at Sciatica.org. If you are interested in participating in the current bone strength study being conducted by Dr. Loren Fishman go to http://www.sciatica.org or contact Susan Kjesbo for more information. You can also view her website dedicated to yoga and bone strength at http://www.yogaforbones.com
Susan is a member of Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapy. She has been trained in hatha, meditation, restoratives, yoga for seniors, in the Fishman method yoga for osteoporosis, chair yoga, and yoga tune-up ball.

3/28 Yoga for the Third Stage of Life Course
2024-03-28 16:30 - 18:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

From Aging to Saging… Yoga for the Third Stage of Life
Join Yoga Therapist Robert Birnberg for this impactful 6-week online course starting February 29th and meets every other Thursday from 4:30 – 6:00 PM PST on Zoom.
PART ONE – THIRD STAGE: THE SAD LIES

Agism: Internal / Social / Institutional
The Medical Model- Age as a Disease
The Myth of Memory / We contain all the ages we have ever been.
Aging as a Non-Binary Continuum

PART TWO – THIRD STAGE: THE HAPPY TRUTHS

Age is no longer a Primary Indicator of Anything
Elders are the Keepers of History
They are the Holders of Wisdom
The Masters of Detachment
And Visionaries of the Beyond

PART THREE – AGELESS WISDOM PRACTICES

Life Review and Clean up… Gratitude Letters, Forgiveness, Apologies
Communicating with our Future Elder Selves.
Retaining Flexiblity / Sustaining Life Force
Cultivating Detachment
Living in the Now / Embracing Awareness
Redefining Death / The ultimate clinging to the past and worrying about the future

Course Details

Course Details:

Starting March 28th and meeting every other Thursday
4:30-6:00pm PST
Sliding Scale: $250-$450 Full Price.
*This listing is for the registration fee (30% of the total course; which is a sliding scale between $250-$450).
Please select your pricing option at checkout.

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Robert Birnberg, C-IAYT
For several decades I studied with TKV Desikachar and his senior students, receiving an in-depth education on the techniques and underlying principles of Yoga Therapy. Noticing the parallels between Yoga and Positive Psychology, I became a Certified P.P. Coach working to integrate proven Positive Psychology interventions with the time tested tools of classical Yoga Therapy. For over 25 years, as clinical director of the Breathing Space in Los Angeles, I offered ongoing Sutras Studies, Yoga Teacher trainings, and workshops on Bhavana, Relationships, Addiction and Positive Psychology, I’ve facilitated private Yoga Coaching sessions with hundreds of individuals and couples looking to manifest deeply meaningful lives and satisfying relationships. My first book, ‘Why Yoga Works, and How It Can Work For You’ is currently being used as a teacher training manual by Yoga studios worldwide.

3/26 300hr YTT Meeting
2024-03-26 11:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 300hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
In this training you will add a therapeutic lens to your professional offerings. You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting, while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This is the future of integrative medicine! We’d love to have you join us!
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

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Next 300hr Advanced Yoga Training Begins April 27th, 2024
This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a therapeutic modality.
You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This 9-month program also comprises Level 1 of our IAYT accredited Yoga Therapist Training Program | Foundations of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy.
Join our next Info Meeting! In-studio or Zoom!

Tuesday, March 26th, 11:30AM PST
Tuesday, April 16th, 11:30AM PST

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3/9 Kirtan with Govind Das + Community Potluck
2024-03-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Kirtan with Govind Das
Join world renowned Yoga Teacher and Kirtan Wallah Govind Das from the Bhakti Yoga Shala for a night of community connection and kirtan. We’ll start the evening with a community potluck in the Tea House from 5:45 – 6:30PM. Please bring a vegetarian dish or beverage for sharing.

The community event will be followed by a kirtan; which is a live music experience of call and response chanting. It’s a bhakti yoga practice designed to focus the mind, open the heart, and elevate your spirits. It is a joyful practice open to students of all backgrounds and religions. The sounds / mantras are often in the language of Sanskrit; which is a vibrational language.

If you have not yet experienced the practice of kirtan, we can’t recommend it more highly. It invites us to transcend our egos, to become playful, join our voices and sing from the heart tapping into the mystical power of mantras that have been recited for thousands of years.

Workshop Details

Led by Govind Das
Saturday, March 9th
5:45 – 6:30 PM Community Potluck
6:30 – 8:00PM Kirtan with Govind Das
Early bird $30 / Day of $35
Children are welcome

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Govind Das, Yoga Teacher & Kirtan Wallah
Govind Das (@govind.das.108) is a California-based kirtan singer, yoga teacher and as his spiritual name suggests, “servant of the divine”. He is the co-director/owner of Bhakti Yoga Shala in Santa Monica CA. Govind Das’s commitment to Bhakti yoga and the ideals of love, service, and devotion is the essence which is reflected and transmitted through his music and teachings. His intention is to share yoga in the spirit of celebrating life and developing a personal and intimate connection with Source. Along with all things yoga, he is a surfer and loves to play basketball. Govind Das leads evenings of kirtan, bhakti yoga workshops, presents at festivals and leads transformative retreats throughout the world. He and his wife Jacqueline live in the hills of Pacific Palisades, CA overlooking the Great Pacific Ocean with their son Malakai and daughter Ruby Jaya.

3/27 300hr YTT Info Meeting
2024-02-27 17:45 - 18:45 | Zoom, Virtual Trainings, United States
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 300hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
In this training you will add a therapeutic lens to your professional offerings. You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting, while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This is the future of integrative medicine! We’d love to have you join us!
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

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Next 300hr Advanced Yoga Training Begins April 27th, 2024
This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a therapeutic modality.
You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This 9-month program also comprises Level 1 of our IAYT accredited Yoga Therapist Training Program | Foundations of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy.
Join our next Info Meeting! In-studio or Zoom!

Tuesday, February 27th 5:45PM PST
Tuesday, March 26th, 11:30AM PST
Tuesday, April 16th, 11:30AM PST

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Click To Register for 4/16 Info Meeting

2/14 Valentines Day Sound Bath
2024-02-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Couples Love Sound Bath
You are welcome to attend on your own or bring someone you love to this special offering. Come enjoy a melting sound journey to activate the love frequency, (432hz), or ‘om’. A mystical journey to align the self with what or who truly matters to the self. Great way to start out your Valentines Day date night! Led by Sound Therapist, Gene Jimenez, your mind, body, and consciousness will be transported into another frequency.

Workshop Details

Led by Gene Jimenez
Wednesday, 2/14
6:00 – 7:00 PM PST
1 Person: $35 early bird / $40 day of
Couple: $65 early bird / $80 day of
Space is limited.

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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Gene Jimenez, Sound Healer
My name is GENE and I play healing frequency sounds performed with Tibetan and crystal bowls, handpan/shaman/tongue/ocean drums, native flutes, mayan flutes, gongs, koshi bells, sansula, shruti box, didgeridoo and more. All performed live with the intention of healing, grounding and to create a space for the individuals journey to heal, expand and thrive. Over the past 21 years, I have been dedicated to a celestial and sacred journey of deep self exploration, as well as reconnecting with my own indigenous ancestry from the Andes to the Aleutians. As a visual artist, I have shown in art galleries across the country. In the past 9 years, I learned to play over 13+ indigenous instruments alongside an intense education of the rediscovering the true science of sound medicine, from its original ancient healing practices, to its modern day re-emergence in the medical fi eld. I am a native Southern Californian, growing up in the central Orange County, CA area. Along with being an artist, I am a Certified Sound Healer, a Sound Healer Association member, a Certified Experiential Outdoor Facilitator, a college professor, a husband and a dad.

2/7 200hr YTT Info Meeting
2024-02-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Zoom, Virtual Trainings, United States
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
In our 200 hour training, you will gain a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, teaching techniques, yoga philosophy and the ability to adapt yogic practices to specific groups.

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

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Next Training Begins March 9th, 2024
Our Yoga Therapist Training is one of only 45 IAYT accredited programs in the US, and it all starts here.
This 200hr training provides the foundations of yoga therapy, where you will learn to think critically and carefully adapt practices to meet the needs of individual students.
Now dedicated students can take both the 200hr and 300hr training programs at the same time, completing their RYT500 in one year!
Click to View 500hr YTT Syllabus
Join our next Info Meeting! In-studio or Zoom!

Wednesday, February 7th, 5:30PM PST (Zoom)
Sunday, February 25th, 12:30PM PST (In-Studio + Zoom)

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2/4 Integration of Positive Psychology and Yoga Sutras for Yoga Therapy
2024-02-04 12:30 - 17:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Spend 5 hours on a Sunday afternoon with Robert Birnberg and join our yoga therapist training group to dive deep into the practical teachings of positive psychology and learn how to integrate them into your offerings. Robert has been studying the Yoga Sutras for over 40 years and was a senior student of Desikachar. This class will outline key teachings of the Sutras as relevant to the work of a yoga therapist or yoga teacher.

Course Details

Details:

Sunday, February 4th
12:30 – 5:30 pm PST
$55 Class
In-Studio + Livestream
For Yoga Teachers or curious students

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Robert Birnberg, C-IAYT
For several decades I studied with TKV Desikachar and his senior students, receiving an in-depth education on the techniques and underlying principles of Yoga Therapy. Noticing the parallels between Yoga and Positive Psychology, I became a Certified P.P. Coach working to integrate proven Positive Psychology interventions with the time tested tools of classical Yoga Therapy. For over 25 years, as clinical director of the Breathing Space in Los Angeles, I offered ongoing Sutras Studies, Yoga Teacher trainings, and workshops on Bhavana, Relationships, Addiction and Positive Psychology, I’ve facilitated private Yoga Coaching sessions with hundreds of individuals and couples looking to manifest deeply meaningful lives and satisfying relationships. My first book, ‘Why Yoga Works, and How It Can Work For You’ is currently being used as a teacher training manual by Yoga studios worldwide.

1/27 and 1/28 Larry Payne and Robert Birnberg
2024-01-27 10:00 - 2024-01-28 15:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

We are thrilled to bring two of our most influential teachers to Orange County for an epic Yoga Therapy Weekend!
Larry Payne, Ph.D. is an internationally respected yoga teacher and back specialist. The L.A. Times named Larry “One of America’s most respected Yoga teachers”. Larry is founding president of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, founder of the Corporate Yoga program at the J. Paul Getty Museum, the first Yoga teacher to offer Yoga classes at the World Economic Forum, co-founder of the yoga curriculum at UCLA’s School of Medicine, and the founding director of the new Yoga therapy certification program at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. He studied with Yoga Master, TKV Desikachar in Chennai, India.
Robert Birnberg also studied with TKV Desikachar for many years. For over 25 years, he served as clinical director of the Breathing Space in Los Angeles, he offered ongoing Sutras Studies, Yoga Teacher trainings, and workshops on Bhavana, Relationships, Addiction and Positive Psychology. He has facilitated private Yoga Coaching sessions with hundreds of individuals and couples looking to manifest deeply meaningful lives and satisfying relationships. His first book, ‘Why Yoga Works, and How It Can Work For You’ is currently being used as a teacher training manual by Yoga studios worldwide.
Join us for four very special class offerings over two days:

Saturday AM: The Alchemy of Yoga with Robert Birnberg
Saturday PM: Yoga for the Third Phase of Life, from Age-ing to Sage-ing with Robert Birnberg
Sunday AM: Honoring our Teachers and the Evolution of Yoga Therapy with Larry Payne
Sunday PM: Prime of Life Yoga Experiential Practice with Larry Payne

Saturday AM

The Alchemy of Yoga

January 27th
10:00 – 12:00 PM
In-Studio
Robert Birnberg

Pricing:

$60 pre-registration
$75 day of event

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Saturday PM

Yoga for the 3rd Phase of Life

January 27th
12:30 – 3:00 PM
In-Studio
Robert Birnberg

Pricing:

$75 pre-registration
$95 day of event

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Sunday AM

The Evolution of Yoga Therapy

January 28th
10:00 – 12:00 PM
In-Studio
Larry Payne

Pricing:

$60 pre-registration
$75 day of event

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Sunday PM

Prime of Life Yoga Practices

January 28th
12:30 – 3:00 PM
In-Studio
Larry Payne

Pricing:

$75 pre-registration
$95 day of event

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Register for Full Weekend: pre-reg $240 | day of $310

Register for Saturday Full Day: pre-reg $125 | day of $160

Register for Sunday Full Day: pre-reg $125 | day of $160

Larry Payne, Ph.D, C-IAYT
Larry Payne, Ph.D. is an internationally respected yoga teacher and back specialist. The L.A. Times named Larry “One of America’s most respected Yoga teachers”. Larry is founding president of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, founder of the Corporate Yoga program at the J. Paul Getty Museum, the first Yoga teacher to offer Yoga classes at the World Economic Forum, co-founder of the yoga curriculum at UCLA’s School of Medicine, and the founding director of the new Yoga therapy certification program at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles.

In 1979 he was an advertising executive, plagued with chronic back pain and stress. His quest for relief led him to study Yoga and health in eleven countries and inspired his career change upon certification in India.

In 1980, Larry founded the Samata Yoga Center in Los Angeles and later earned a Master’s degree and a Doctorate in fitness education with an emphasis in Hatha Yoga from Pacific Western University. His background is in Psychology and he has also completed graduate work in Physical Therapy at Cal-State University at Long Beach. He was the U.S. representative to the first World Congress of Yoga in Montevideo, Uruguay, and has received Outstanding Achievement Awards for Yoga in Europe and the United States, and the Golden Lotus Award from South America. In 2000, he was a panelist and yoga instructor at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. In addition, he is the founder of the Healthy Back Program at the world-famous Rancho La Puerta Fitness Spa.

Larry Is author and co-author of 8 books including Yoga for Dummies (4 editions in 12 languages), Basic Postures and Series for Dummies, Yoga All in One for Dummies, Yoga After 50 for Dummies, Chair Yoga for Dummies, The Business of Teaching Yoga, Yoga Rx, Yoga Therapy and Integrative Medicine. Most recently he is working on his seminal publication “Autobiography of an American Yogi” with Don Henry.

Robert Birnberg, C-IAYT
For several decades I studied with TKV Desikachar and his senior students, receiving an in-depth education on the techniques and underlying principles of Yoga Therapy. Noticing the parallels between Yoga and Positive Psychology, I became a Certified P.P. Coach working to integrate proven Positive Psychology interventions with the time tested tools of classical Yoga Therapy. For over 25 years, as clinical director of the Breathing Space in Los Angeles, I offered ongoing Sutras Studies, Yoga Teacher trainings, and workshops on Bhavana, Relationships, Addiction and Positive Psychology, I’ve facilitated private Yoga Coaching sessions with hundreds of individuals and couples looking to manifest deeply meaningful lives and satisfying relationships. My first book, ‘Why Yoga Works, and How It Can Work For You’ is currently being used as a teacher training manual by Yoga studios worldwide.

1/23 300hr YTT Info Meeting
2024-01-23 11:30 - 12:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 300hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
In this training you will add a therapeutic lens to your professional offerings. You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting, while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This is the future of integrative medicine! We’d love to have you join us!
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

​
Next 300hr Advanced Yoga Training Begins April 27th, 2024
This program is for Yoga Teachers who have completed a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to advance their knowledge in Yogic Studies and understand the totality of yogic practices as a therapeutic modality.
You’ll learn to safely teach students of all backgrounds in a group class setting while integrating subtle body tools and self-care practices to be used off the mat. In addition, you’ll learn the basic principles of a therapeutic relationship to start working one-on-one with your clients. This 9-month program also comprises Level 1 of our IAYT accredited Yoga Therapist Training Program | Foundations of AlcheMe Yoga Therapy.
Join our next Info Meeting! In-studio or Zoom!

Tuesday, January 23rd, 11:30AM PST
Tuesday, February 27th 5:45PM PST
Tuesday, March 26th, 11:30AM PST
Tuesday, April 16th, 11:30AM PST

Click To Register for 1/23 Info Meeting

Click To Register for 2/27 Info Meeting

Click To Register for 3/26 Info Meeting

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1/17 200hr YTT Info Meeting
2024-01-17 12:30 - 13:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Info Meeting Overview

We are so glad that you are interested in our 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Program!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Directors, Allison and Katie to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
Whether you want to deepen your personal practice or share your love of Yoga with others, this program will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Our 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified course will prepare you to teach students of all levels and backgrounds in a group class or private setting, as well as provide the tools to develop a thriving Yoga career.
In our 200 hour training, you will gain a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, teaching techniques, yoga philosophy and the ability to adapt yogic practices to specific groups.

VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION

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Next Training Begins March 9th, 2024
Our Yoga Therapist Training is one of only 45 IAYT accredited programs in the US, and it all starts here.
This 200hr training provides the foundations of yoga therapy, where you will learn to think critically and carefully adapt practices to meet the needs of individual students.
Now dedicated students can take both the 200hr and 300hr training programs at the same time, completing their RYT500 in one year!
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Join our next Info Meeting! In-studio or Zoom!

Wednesday, January 17th, 12:30PM PST (In-Studio + Zoom)
Wednesday, February 7th, 5:30PM PST (Zoom)
Sunday, February 25th, 12:30PM PST (In-Studio + Zoom)

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11/11 Community Celebration Event, Pot Luck & Fundraiser
2023-11-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Non-Profit Fundraiser!

Join us for a nourishing event to celebrate 10 years in our beautiful Orchard Hills location, our Be The Change Yoga community, and support fundraising efforts for our new space and non-profit organization, the AlcheMē Natural Health Institute!
We are proud to present the following offerings for the evening:

5:30 – 6:45 PM Group Acupuncture + Restorative Yoga Class with Allison Martin and Elizabeth Bruckner;
5:30 – 6:45 PM Heart Opening Yoga + Live Music with Katie Allen and Billy Bannon;
7:00 – 8:00 PM Community PotLuck! Bring a vegetarian dish for sharing! We will be catering Indian food;
7:15 – 8:15 PM Silent Auction. Help us bring our new space to life! We are thrilled to offer a wide variety of 10 wellness packages and gifts for you to nurture yourself through the holiday season and beyond! Your donations will go towards elevating our non-profit organization AlcheMē Natural Health Institute!

Details:

Saturday, November 11th
5:30 – 6:45 PM PDT
Donation Range: $50-$150
Space Limited: 12 students

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Acupuncture + Yoga Class

​Join us for a very special evening of group acupuncture and restorative yoga!
Experienced Yoga Teacher Allison Prince will guide you through breathwork, meditation, and restorative yoga postures that are held for longer periods of time and supported by blankets and blocks.
While holding the postures, acupuncturist Elizabeth Bruckner, LAc, will offer acupuncture treatments where the thin needles are placed primarily on the front of the body and mainly on distal points (legs, arms, hands, feet, ears, etc.).
This workshop is open to students of all ages, abilities, and health conditions. Class size is limited to 10 students.
Donation amount ranges from a base of $50; which covers the cost of your specialty yoga class, or add more to the donation amount to sustain our community and enable it to thrive for years to come!

Details:

Saturday, November 11th
5:30 – 6:45 PM PDT
Donation Range: $45-$175
Space Limited: 28 students

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Live Music + Yoga
Class

Join us for a very special all-levels, heart-opening yoga class led by Katie Allen, accompanied by acoustic guitar music led by Billy Bannon. These types of transcendent experiences connect us to deep places of peace and gratitude within our own hearts and in turn, make us feel more connected to one another, our community, and the natural world.
Spend a magical Saturday evening with your Be The Change Yoga community. Donation amount ranges from a base of $45; which covers the cost of your specialty yoga class, or add more to the donation amount to sustain our community and enable it to thrive for years to come!

Details:

Saturday, November 11th
7:00 – 8:30 PDT

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Pot Luck + Silent Auction

Community PotLuck!
Bring a healthy vegetarian dish for sharing! Breaking bread together is something that has connected human beings since the beginning of time. We haven’t had a community potluck since 2019 and we are well overdue for this joyful and uplifting community experience! Be The Change Yoga will also be catering Indian food.
Silent Auction
Help us bring our new space to life! We are thrilled to offer a wide variety of 10 wellness packages and gifts for you to nurture yourself through the holiday season and beyond! Your donations will go towards elevating our non-profit organization AlcheMē Natural Health Institute!

11/10 Pratyahara: Nourishing the Senses Workshop
2023-11-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Sensory Therapy Workshop
Join us for a transformative yoga workshop centered around the theme of Pratyahara, the withdrawal of senses. Led by the experienced yoga teacher Chris Henry and accompanied by sound healer Jonah Montes, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to delve deep into the practice of Pratyahara. Over the course of 2 hours, we will explore the profound effects of sensory withdrawal and the use of an Iyengar head wrap as a powerful tool for cultivating this state of inner focus and awareness.
Space is limited.
This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

Workshop Details

Friday, November 10th
6:00 – 7:30PM PST
Space is limited.
$55 pre-registration (use code PREREG10)
$65 day of workshop
Price includes Iyengar head wrap

This workshop is appropriate for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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During the workshop, Chris and Jonah will guide participants through a comprehensive journey of self-discovery and relaxation. Chris will provide insights into the philosophy of Pratyahara, while Jonah will share practical instructions on the safe and effective use of the head wrap. The workshop will be thoughtfully structured, beginning with a gentle one-hour yoga sequence led by Chris. Participants will have the option to either close their eyes or wear the head wrap during the practice, encouraging a heightened sense of introspection. In the second half of the workshop, Jonah will lead a 15-minute guided relaxation followed by a 35-minute sound bath experience. Using the soothing sounds of quartz crystal singing bowls, Jonah will create a deeply immersive and meditative atmosphere, inviting participants to embrace the transformative power of sound. Throughout this segment, participants are encouraged to wear the head wrap, further enhancing their sensory withdrawal experience. The workshop will conclude with Chris guiding a brief session of pranayama, leaving participants feeling rejuvenated, centered, and connected to their inner selves.

Contraindications — not necessarily needed for the description per say but it could be emailed to the participants.

While Iyengar head wraps can enhance the yoga practice for many individuals, it’s important to be mindful of certain contraindications and address them before using the wraps. Here are some considerations:

1. Eye Conditions: If you have any pre-existing eye conditions, injuries, or recent eye surgeries, it’s crucial to consult with your ophthalmologist or healthcare provider before using the wraps. They can assess whether the use of eye wraps is safe and appropriate for your specific situation.

2. Respiratory Issues: Individuals with respiratory conditions, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), should exercise caution when using the wraps. The pressure or sensation caused by the wraps over the eyes and forehead may potentially affect breathing patterns. It’s advisable to consult with your healthcare provider to determine if using the wraps aligns with your respiratory needs.

3. Claustrophobia or Anxiety: The sensation of having the wraps covering the eyes and forehead may trigger discomfort or anxiety for individuals who experience claustrophobia or have heightened sensitivity to confinement. If you have a history of claustrophobia or anxiety-related concerns, it’s essential to assess whether using the wraps aligns with your comfort level. You may consider trying alternative techniques or modifications that still allow for a sense of withdrawal without complete eye coverage.

4. Neck or Spinal Issues: Individuals with neck or spinal conditions or injuries should be cautious when using the wraps, as the wrapping technique may involve head movements and support. It’s advisable to consult with a healthcare professional or a qualified yoga instructor to determine the suitability of the wraps and explore modifications or alternatives that accommodate your specific needs.

5. Allergies or Sensitivities: If you have known allergies or sensitivities to certain fabrics or materials, ensure that the wraps you use are made from hypoallergenic materials or ones that you have determined to be safe for your use.

Chris Henry, Experienced Yoga Teacher, Teacher Trainer
Chris Henry is an esteemed yoga instructor who has completed 500-hours of training since embarking on his journey in 2010. He has since been deeply inspired by the remarkable impact it has had on individuals within his family, local and global communities. Recognizing the multitude of health and wellness benefits associated with yoga, Chris has embraced it as an integral part of his life as a student and teacher. Chris’s unique teaching style harmoniously anchors the principles of power vinyasa and Vini-yoga.

Drawing from personal experiences, including injuries sustained during his collegiate athletic career and the everyday stresses inherent in the human condition, Chris attests to the efficacy of yoga in fostering a profound connection between the body and mind, and ultimately found as a transformational tool.
With an primary focus on the quality of breath, Chris guides his students towards a deeper understanding of themselves as a whole being. By doing this he enables the individual to effectively process their current states, while encouraging the release of burdens that no longer serve us. Chris extends an open invitation to all practitioners to meet themselves exactly where they are on their journey, and honor their bodies as they approach the transformative practice of yoga.

Jonah Montes, Yoga Teacher
I started teaching Yoga in 2015 because I realized there is so much more to the practice than just the physical benefits: there is healing and growth. As a teacher, I hope to share the healing aspect of yoga to anyone who is in need of it. I love teaching Yoga because I not only get to contribute to a student’s yoga journey as a guide but also as a witness to the growth and progression they experience through their practice.

My teaching style is gentle Yin-inspired Restorative Yoga with elements of Viniyoga.

10/14 Your Essential Breath Workshop
2023-10-14 12:30 - 15:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Your Essential Breath Workshop provides you tools, exercises, and solutions for relief or improvement for Dysfunctional Breathing Patterns such as asthma, allergies, anxiety, snoring, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder), sleep apnea, long Covid and other respiratory conditions. With Functional Breathing we focus on the root cause of your Dysfunctional Breathing Disorder. Discover Why, Where and How to breathe optimally for your daily life with the power of awareness, self care and mindfulness. Your Essential Breath is where science meets spirituality.

What is Functional Breathing?
Why is Breathing Vital
Causes of Dysfunctional Breathing
Where do we Breathe?
Are You a Mouth Breather?
How Panic, Anxiety and Stress Affect Breathing
How Do You Breathe When You Are Stressed?
Women and Breathing
Normal Rate of Breathing
Benefits of Nasal Breathing
How To Breathe Optimally
Breathing Tools

Workshop Details

Pricing:

$99 early bird
$125 day of event

Date:

Saturday, October 14th
12:30 – 3:00 pm PST
In-studio
Space Limited

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Essential Anne
Anne was disabled as a result of infertility and major digestive problems in 1994. Two ectopic pregnancies and several bowel obstructions required the surgical removal of part of her small intestine and undergoing an emergency hysterectomy. Some of the health conditions she experienced were dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual cramps and heavy bleeding), dumping syndrome (chronic diarrhea) and anemia.
She had a total of 8 surgeries which left her dysfunctional, depressed, and hopeless. During her painful ordeal, she questioned her faith and mortality. Anne made a conscious choice to shift her thinking and commit to living for herself and especially for her daughter.
In order to heal herself and begin life anew, Anne committed herself to the practice of Alternative and Holistic Health, a commitment and practice which has continued for over 26 years.
She has used various disciplines throughout her years of alternative and holistic healing; yoga, tai chi, qi-gong, acupuncture, Ayurveda, myofascial massage, meditation, breathwork, visualization/guided imagery, and energy healing from Master Healers. Once Anne incorporated fitness and positive thinking with her healthier diet, and lifestyle, her symptoms ended in 2 1/2 months.
As part of Anne’s successful healing process, she continues to work on her personal & spiritual growth by being in service and contribution to women’s wellness. Anne is an expert in women’s wellness addressing hormone, digestion, breathing and emotional wellness. Anne’s many disciplines and unique approach to mindfulness, awareness and enteroception are the foundations of guiding women to gentle and effective Integrative solutions to a woman’s wellbeing.

10/7 Mas Vidal: The Natural Laws of Ayurveda
2023-10-07 12:30 - 15:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Ayurveda is the science of life and is the sister system to Yoga. Ayurveda is based on the five great elements which create laws and principles for how human beings should live on earth. Ayurveda teaches us to understand how to live in harmony with nature, understand the mind-body relationship, and provides great wisdom on dietary principles according to our unique constitution. Ayurveda is a universal intelligence and is useful for anyone wanting to improve their quality of life and well-being.

Workshop Details

Date:

Saturday, October 7th
12:30 – 3:00 PM
Be The Change Yoga
Space Limited

Pricing:

$40 pre-registration (use code PREREG10)
$50 day of event

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Mas Vidal
Yogi, mystic, and practitioner of Ayurveda, Mas has become an influential teacher, speaker, and author of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vedantic philosophy. His diverse background includes athletics, therapeutics, science, ecology, all of which he integrates into a dynamic synthesis that has lead him to become an innovative voice in the field of integral yoga and Ayurveda.
He offers unique certification and educational programs internationally and maintains an active counseling practice that embraces Vedanta, Ayurveda, and Vedic astrology. His approach is influenced by the lineages of Paramahansa Yogananda of the Self Realization Fellowship and Swami Jyotirmayananda the last direct disciple of Swami Sivananda, and in 2014 he appeared in the triumphant film Awake, The Life Of Yogananda. In 2017 his innovative work in the field was published, Sun, Moon & Earth: The Sacred Relationship of Yoga & Ayurveda is now available in over 15 countries and translated into several languages and he continues to inspire many to live an evolutionary life. His latest literary work “The Evolution Revolution” releases late in 2021. He is the director and founder of Dancing Shiva, an educational organization based in San Diego, Calif and Miami, Florida that promotes health and wellness, and societal reform by means of embracing universal spirituality, individuality, and a natural approach to lifestyle.
