Be The Change Yoga

5/3 Empowering Women Through Hormonal Awareness: Thyroid Health
2024-05-03 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

4/12 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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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

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

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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!
Click to View 500hr YTT Syllabus
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.

9/23 Level 1 Ayurveda Foundations Program
2023-09-23 07:00 - 15:00 | Zoom, Virtual Trainings, United States
Level 1 Overview

The Level 1 Ayurveda Foundation Program is a 12-day immersion into the Ayurveda wellness arts. Level 1 programs are ideal for self-healing, family care, and helping those closest to us in our communities. The program is open to everyone and may be taken as a stepping stone to the Level 2 & 3 advanced programs or alone. Students will begin the process by focusing on healing themselves and the people closest to them. This is based on the premise that we must know how to heal ourselves before we can heal others. Level 1 also serves as an overview, allowing students to see how Ayurveda works in both theory and practice before committing to the Level 2 Advanced Ayurveda Program.

Course Details

Pricing:

$1800 paid in full

Dates:

Apr 21-23, May 5-7, May 26-28, Jun 9-11, 2023
7:00 AM – 3:00PM PST (virtual)

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“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Sevanti Institute! Yoga and Ayurveda are sister sciences. Yoga provides a path to create a balanced, clear and stable mind, while Ayurveda offers practices to create a strong, nourished, healthy body using food, herbs and seasonal lifestyle practices. Together, they offer the complete package for vibrant health. We hope you will consider studying Ayurveda, as it will undoubtedly change your life in a positive way.”

About James Bailey DASc, AD, LAc

James Bailey, DASc, AD, LAc, MPH, E-RYT500 is a third-generation health care practitioner, Ayurvedic Doctor, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, and Ayurveda and Yoga educator who has been practicing the wellness arts for 30 years. He is the founder of Sevanti Institute, offering Ayurveda wellness education and professional training programs including its signature Ayurveda Wellness Counselor Program.
His professional training includes 5 years of clinical studies in Oriental Medicine and training in Ayurveda under such luminary teachers as Dr. Vaijayanti Apte, Dr. Subash Ranade, Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar, Dr. Avinash Lele, Dr. Vasant Lad, and many Ayurvedic doctors and therapists in Kerala, South India where he spends time teaching and studying while on retreat. He is the founder of Sevanti Adventures which offers an annual tour to sacred India each February.

9/22 Self-Care September: Yoga and Meditation Tools for Mental Wellness
2023-09-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Led by experienced yoga teachers Ashley Zarnegar and Jonah Montes, this 2-hour workshop offers a holistic approach to reducing stress and anxiety. Ashley will also draw from her education and experience in psychology to provide tools for cultivating mental wellness.
This workshop will begin with Ashley guiding you through a grounding meditation accompanied by journaling, group discussion, and intention setting. Following this introspective start, Ashley will guide a mindful movement practice, incorporating soothing movements and a focus on breath to release tension and promote relaxation.
Following this, Jonah will guide you through a restorative/yin yoga sequence. This practice will allow you to surrender deeply into supported postures that encourage profound release and restoration. As you unwind, Jonah will create a blissful atmosphere with a mesmerizing quartz crystal singing bowl sound bath, harmonizing your mind, body, and spirit.
To conclude this nourishing experience, the workshop will end with an uplifting OM circle, cultivating unity and a sense of connection among our community. Join us for this empowering workshop, and equip yourself with valuable yoga and mental health tools to embrace a path of self-care.
Along with wearing comfortable clothes, please plan to bring a yoga mat, journal and pen, water, and any other supports you might want. Examples – a pillow or bolster, essential oils, an eye mask, etc.

Course Details

Workshop Pricing

$55 Pre-Reg
$65 Day of

Date:

Friday, September 22nd
6:00 – 8:00 pm PDT

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Ashley Zarnegar, MA, RYT500
I have been facilitating private and group yoga since 2015, and have completed many different training programs. I believe in constant growth and learning and love being in the seat of a student. My students have described my classes as supportive and empowering. I believe that yoga should be for everyone, and love empowering you to do what is best for your body and mind. My background is in marriage and family therapy, and I love to infuse my education in mental health into my classes. I enjoy working with teens and adults of all ages, and look forward to connecting with you further! – Ashley Zarnegar, E-RYT 200, M.A.

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.

9/11 Yoga for Bone Strength 4-Week Series
2023-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Join Susan Kjesbo for a very special Yoga for Bone Strength 4-week series!

In this workshop we will be practicing all of the Dr. Loren Fishman poses (36) in his protocol using yoga for bone strength. Yoga has been shown to be an effective way to increase bone density. It is good for your balance and helps to lower stress levels all of which are important for someone with bone loss. We will be looking closely at alignment on each pose so that we can practice safely and effectively.

This workshop series is open to all levels and some yoga experience will be helpful.

Course Details

Pricing:

$100 Pre-registration
(Use code BONES20 at checkout)
$120 Same day registration

Date:

Mondays, September 11th – October 2nd
12:00 – 1:00pm 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.

8/18 Lymphatic Yoga: Movement, Meditation, and Lymph Drainage Therapy
2023-08-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

The lymphatic system is the key player in both the detoxification process and immune functioning in our body. Lymphatic drainage therapy is a gentle hands-on technique designed to break up blockages and congestion in our fluid, enhance immune functioning and detoxification processes in our body, and down-regulate the nervous system.
Join Jenna Bradshaw, yoga teacher and lymphatic drainage therapist, as she shares valuable information on how to tend to this integral system both on and off the mat, followed by gentle and restorative yoga infused with lymphatic drainage therapy, and a guided visualization to enhance the lymphatic flow in your body.

Workshop Details

Pricing:

$45 early bird – use code: PREREG10
$55 day of event

Date:

Friday, August 18th 6:00 – 7:30 pm PST
In-studio
Space Limited

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Jenna Bradshaw, LMT, RYT
Jenna Bradshaw is a massage therapist and yoga teacher with over 15 years of experience in the health and wellness field. She has been specializing in lymphatic drainage therapy for over a decade, and has over 800 hours of yoga education. She has a near-obsession with this elusive and undervalued system and loves educating anyone she meets on the importance of the lymphatic system – and the power of our breath and daily habits to influence it.
Jenna specializes in lymphatic education and consultations for all: clients, health practitioners, yoga teachers, and the like. She believes that everyone should have the opportunity to learn accurate and empowering information about their lymphatic system. Creating yoga for lymphatic health is a natural intersection of her passions and supports her mission of empowering others to live their healthiest and most authentic life.

8/1 Yoga Therapist Training Info Meeting
2023-08-01 18:00 - 19:00 | 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!
If you’ve completed a 300hr Yoga Teacher Training program or are currently enrolled in a 300hr training, you are eligible for Level 2 of our Yoga Therapist Training; which begins August 26th, 2023.
This 26-month training prepares you to work with clients with specific health conditions with career opportunities in hospitals, clinics, universities and private practice. This the highest level of training in the field of Yoga; students will gain the knowledge, skills and ability to work effectively with individuals with specific health conditions alongside an integrative team.
Program Overview

26-month program | 550 hours
Meets 1 full weekend per month + 1 mid-month mentorship
Can be completed 100% virtually with in-studio hybrid model
Monthly autopay of $325 per month (early bird through August 5th)
IAYT accredited program

Our goal is to develop a thriving yoga therapy network throughout Orange County by training high quality yoga therapists, actively mentoring them and building community-based relationships to assist them in creating long-term and fulfilling careers. Current internship options at Hoag’s Center for Healthy Living!

VIRTUAL + IN-STUDIO YOGA THERAPIST TRAINING!
Next Training Begins August 26th, 2023!
This program is for Yoga Teachers who are currently enrolled or have completed a 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to develop an integrative health career as a yoga therapist!
Join our next Info Meeting!

Tuesday, 8/1/23 6:00 pm PST Zoom

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7/21 Group Acupuncture + Restorative Yoga
2023-07-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

​Join us for a very special evening of group acupuncture and restorative yoga! Class size is limited to 10 students. Experienced Gentle Yoga Teacher Karen Duganier 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, our resident acupuncturist Jeff Naber, DACM, 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.

Course Details

Pricing:

$40 early bird – use code: PREREG10
$50 day of event

Date:

Friday, July 21st 6:00 – 7:30 pm PST
In-studio
Space Limited

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Jeff Naber, DACM, LAC
Jeff Naber, is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist. Jeff was born and raised in Orange County, CA and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of San Diego and his Doctorate from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Jeff was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2012 which led to his discovery of natural and alternative medicines.
When Jeff is not in the clinic treating patients, he can be found somewhere out in the mountains hiking, biking, climbing, camping, jumping in the water or snowboarding. Jeff is also an Ironman Arizona 2014 finisher and is training for Ironman Arizona 2022.

Karen Duganier, Reiki Master, Yoga Teacher
Certified in the Usui Reiki Tradition 12 years ago I am both a Reiki Master and Karuna Reiki Master. Teaching a Gentle class with Reiki is the perfect centering practice and classes are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I also offer private Reiki sessions on the days that I teach and conduct Reiki training workshops. In the event you want a healing session on another day, please reach out to the studio and we can arrange a time that works best. Join me and come hOMe to you!

Group Acupuncture + Restorative Yoga
Slow down, breathe deep and balance the energetic layers of your being.

7/10 6-Week Stress Reduction Course
2023-07-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Slow down, breathe deep, and be restored. Yoga for stress reduction is designed to offer tools to calm the mind and the nervous system, promoting a sense of ease. Classes will include a brief discussion, as well as an all-levels meditative, gentle yoga practice, where calming postures are held for longer periods of time to release tension in the body and mind. Research has shown that restorative yoga practices are beneficial in reducing insomnia, anxiety and depression.

Course Details

Pricing:

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

Date:

Mondays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm
July 10th – August 14th
In-studio
Space Limited

Week 1 – Stress, Real Relaxation, and Yoga Relaxation – Meet, greet, and gain an overall view of yoga theory and practice. The first class will include an introduction to basic yoga postures, breathing, meditation, journaling, and relaxation experience.
Week 2 – Mindfulness and the Mind-Body Connection – Understanding the relationship between mindfulness and everyday stress. Class includes a mindful yoga practice with an explanation and experience of diaphragmatic breathing as well as a grounding meditation.
Week 3 – How Mindfulness Works with Stress Reduction – Discussion of ways to reduce stress in various aspects of life utilizing affirmations, breathwork and guided imagery practices.
Week 4 – Mindfulness of the Body – Focus on how to work with pain through body awareness. The practice will include tools such as the body scan method, extended exhalation technique, and Yoga Nidra practice.
Week 5 – Transformation Through Loving Kindness – Understanding the mind-body connection, yoga tools to work through resistance, and experiential practice of the loving kindness meditation.
Week 6 – Stress Assessment and Practice – Identification and reflection of stressors. Yoga practice, breathwork, and meditation for stress reduction to be utilized on and off the mat.

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Amy Harper, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Amy has over 1000 hours of yoga therapy training in the Krishnamacharya lineage studying at the Healing Yoga Institute with Dr. Amy Wheeler. She has been practicing as a yoga therapist since 2011 and specializes in subtle body tools such as guided imagery for clients who have experienced trauma such as TBI, cancer and transition from life to death.

6/16 Candlelight Yoga + Guided Imagery
2023-06-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Course Overview

Relax and pamper your tired muscles and spirit with Candlelight Yoga and Guided Imagery with Amy Harper. This gentle practice will bring balance to our demanding lives and help us wind down the week. We will end the class with the stillness of guided imagery, which uses breathing exercises, body awareness, and guided visualizations to heal the body and mind on the deepest level.

Course Details

Workshop Pricing:

$40 Register in advance for $10 off (use code PREREG10)
$50 Day of

Workshop Date:

Friday, June 16th
6:00 – 7:30 pm PST

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Amy Harper, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Amy has over 1000 hours of yoga therapy training in the Krishnamacharya lineage studying at the Healing Yoga Institute with Dr. Amy Wheeler. She has been practicing as a yoga therapist since 2011 and specializes in subtle body tools such as guided imagery for clients who have experienced trauma such as TBI, cancer and transition from life to death.

6/14 200hr YTT Info Meeting
2023-06-14 18:00 - 19:30 | 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.

Course Details

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VIRTUAL OR IN-STUDIO TRAINING OPTION
Next Training Begins August 2nd, 2023!
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.
Join our next Info Meeting! In-studio or Zoom!

June 14th, 6PM PST
July 9th, 12:30PM PST

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6/10 Yoga Sutras, Positive Psychology, and Quantum Physics
2023-06-10 12:30 - 15:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

​Join us for a very special gathering with veteran Yoga Therapist, Robert Birnberg! Robert has been studying the Yoga Sutras for over 40 years and was a student of TKV Desikachar.
Teaching virtually from Australia, Robert seamlessly weaves in the timeless wisdom of the Sutras with modern evidence-based practices of positive psychology, while making connections to quantum physics.
Whether you have been studying the sutras for years or are just discovering these timeless teachings, this is a workshop you do not want to miss!
This workshop is open to students.

Course Details

Pricing:

$45 early bird – use code: PREREG10
$55 day of event

Date:

Saturday, June 10th
12:30 – 3:00pm PST
Virtual | Zoom

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Robert Birnberg, C-IAYT
A devoted student of Yoga for over four decades, I discovered the teachings of T. Krishnamacharya in 1995. For the next 30 years, I pursued intensive studies with TKV Desikachar, his family and senior students in India, Europe and America. While in India, I was given an in-depth education on the underlying principles, tools and adaptations of Yoga Therapy. This included an internship at the KYM, a world-renowned Yoga Therapy clinic in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Under Desikachar’s guidance, I began what would become a life-long relationship with Yoga’s foundation text, Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, which I studied in the classical, word-for-word style.
Several years later, I recognised the striking parallels between Yoga Psychology and the burgeoning science of Positive Psychology, and became a certified PP Coach in 2014. Since then, I have worked to integrate Positive Psychology’s evidence-based interventions with the time-tested techniques of Classical Yoga Therapy.
For the past 25 years, was clinical director of ‘The Breathing Space’, a home-based wellness centre, where I offered Yoga Sutras Study, Yoga Teacher trainings, mentorship programs and a variety of workshops on Relationships, Addiction, Positive Psychology, and Bhavana, a powerful meditative tool.
I have also facilitated private Yoga/ Positive Psychology Coaching sessions with hundreds of individuals and couples looking to create more meaningful lives more satisfying relationships.
I currently serve on faculty at Loyola University’s Yoga Therapist Training Program, where I mentor students and present modules on on Yoga Sutras, Addiction, Respiration and Digestion.
My first book, ‘Why Yoga Works, and How It Can Work For You’ was published last year and is currently being used as a teacher training manual by Yoga studios worldwide. It’s available on Amazon and selected bookstores.
Robert J. BirnbergYoga Alliance 500 E-RYTIAYT/AAYT- Certified Yoga TherapistCPPC- Certified Positive Psychology Coach

6/6 Yoga Therapist Training Info Meeting
2023-06-06 18:00 - 19:00 | 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!
If you’ve completed a 300hr Yoga Teacher Training program or are currently enrolled in a 300hr training, you are eligible for Level 2 of our Yoga Therapist Training; which begins August 26th, 2023.
This 26-month training prepares you to work with clients with specific health conditions with career opportunities in hospitals, clinics, universities and private practice. This the highest level of training in the field of Yoga; students will gain the knowledge, skills and ability to work effectively with individuals with specific health conditions alongside an integrative team.
Program Overview

26-month program | 550 hours
Meets 1 full weekend per month + 1 mid-month mentorship
Can be completed 100% virtually with in-studio hybrid model
Monthly autopay of $325 per month (early bird through August 5th)
IAYT accredited program

Our goal is to develop a thriving yoga therapy network throughout Orange County by training high quality yoga therapists, actively mentoring them and building community-based relationships to assist them in creating long-term and fulfilling careers. Current internship options at Hoag’s Center for Healthy Living!

VIRTUAL + IN-STUDIO YOGA THERAPIST TRAINING!
Next Training Begins August 26th, 2023!
This program is for Yoga Teachers who are currently enrolled or have completed a 300 hour Yoga Alliance certified Teacher Training who seek to develop an integrative health career as a yoga therapist!
Join our next Info Meeting!

Tuesday, 6/6/23 6:00 pm PST Zoom
Tuesday, 8/1/23 6:00 pm PST Zoom

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5/21 Juris Viniyoga Introduction Workshop
2023-05-21 12:30 - 15:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

The word Viniyoga signifies the ability to adapt the yoga practice to meet the needs of the individual students. Developed by T Krishnamacharya and his son TKV Desikachar, this methodology focuses on function over form, breath-centered movement and, integrative contra-lateral exercises. Lecture and practice included.

Course Details

Workshop Pricing

$40 Pre-Reg | $50 Day of
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Date:

Sunday, May 21st 12:30 – 3:00 pm PDT

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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).
