Be The Change Yoga

9/20 Hormonal Health Series: Reproductive Years
2024-09-20 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Series: Hormonal Health Through Different Stages of Life
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 hormonal health.

Part 1: Reproductive Years: Balancing Hormones for Optimal Health.

This workshop will explore the hormonal shifts that occur during a woman’s reproductive years, including the impact of stress, diet, and lifestyle. We’ll discuss natural strategies to balance hormones, reduce symptoms like PMS, and enhance fertility and overall well-being.

Workshop Details

Friday, September 20th
6:00 – 7:30PM
Register for the entire series or a la carte:
$150 entire series
$55 pre-registration (a la carte, per session)
$65 day of (a la carte, per session)
Space is limited.

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.

9/18 Ignite Joy Book Release Event with Allison and Katie!
2024-09-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Dreams do come true!

Celebrate with us!
Allison and Katie have become International Best-Selling Authors!!! They co-wrote a chapter in the book Ignite Joy, sharing their story of uncovering their passions, pursuing their dreams, dealing with hardship, and dedicating their lives to uplifting humanity through Yoga Therapy and Natural Health practices.
We invite you to join us for this very special community celebration and book release event where Allison and Katie will read their chapter in the book and offer Yoga and Meditation practices to ignite joy.

Wednesday, September 18th
5:30 – 6:45 PM PDT
$50 – $200 donation to our non-profit
Includes a signed copy of the book Ignite Joy
Light refreshments served
Space Limited | In-Studio

We have opened up a livestream option for those who don’t live in Southern CA. You can join the livestream for a $20 donation to our non-profit but it does not include a book, only the workshop.

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Price: $50-$200 donation to our non-profit organization, ANHI; which includes a signed copy of the book Ignite Joy.
Space is limited to 35 people Light refreshments will be served

Allison Prince, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Allison is the co-owner of Be the Change Yoga in Irvine, CA. She has been teaching yoga for over 20 years and became a yoga therapist in 2019.

Allison is passionate about learning more about women’s health, and how best to support them during different stages of life. She has done additional training in yoga for fertility, and yoga therapy for the endocrine system.

She is forever a student and is currently receiving her Master’s degree in Functional Medicine and Nutrition. Once she has completed her Master’s degree, she hopes to develop different yoga therapy programs for balancing hormones, calming the nervous system, and mindful eating.

Katie Allen, MPH, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Katie received her Master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane University. She wrote her Master’s thesis on Yoga’s ability to prevent and treat chronic disease and that has been her life’s work ever since! She studied yoga therapy in the lineage of Krishnamacharya with her teachers Ruth (Sraddhasagar) Hartung, Larry Payne, Robert Birnberg, Amy Wheeler, and the KYM faculty in Chennai, India.
She opened Be The Change Yoga Studio and Natural Health Center in Irvine, CA in 2013 with her teaching partner Allison Prince. Together they have been leading Yoga Teacher Training Programs since 2010, Katie loves sharing the life-enhancing wisdom of the Yoga Sutras as way to upgrade every single aspect of life. Katie launched OC’s first and only Yoga Therapist Training in 2016 and is the Founding School Director for AlcheMe Yoga Therapy Training.
She is passionate about bringing the empowerment based lifestyle medicine principles out of the yoga studios and into under-served communities, as well as hospitals and health systems. She utilizes her background in Public Health to effectively build community-based yoga therapy and health education programs to improve personal and community health, while training the next generation of integrative health providers.

9/15 Master Class in Yoga Therapy with Dr. Eden Goldman
2024-09-15 12:30 - 17:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Course Overview

This very special master class is open to yoga teachers and yoga therapists.
Dr. Eden Goldman D.C., C-IAYT is leading a 5-hour presentation on yoga therapy for neurological disorders, while integrating a multi-dimensional garden yoga therapy perspective.
The first part of the presentation will cover yoga therapy and the spine from a cross-cultural perspective including: anatomy, energetics, and physiology. “The single most important structure in the body is the spine. Recognized as the body’s wellspring of life and vitality since antiquity… Socrates, went so far as to say, “If you would seek health, first look to the spine” (Lowery, 2011).
The second part of this course focuses on yoga therapy for neurological disorders including: overview of the nervous system, yoga’s effect on the nervous system, yoga on brain health, common ailments and treatment paradigms.

Workshop Information

• Sunday 9/15 12:30 – 5:30pm PST
• Zoom | Virtual Classroom
• $99 early bird | $125 day

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Dr. Eden Goldman, D.C., C-I.A.Y.T., E-RYT500
Dr. Eden Goldman, is one of the leading Yoga and wellness lifestyle experts in the country. An avid sports Chiropractor, mindfulness teacher, LA Yoga Magazine contributor, and human movement specialist Eden is the Director of the Yoga and the Healing Sciences Program at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, CA. He is co-author of Yoga Therapy and Integrative Medicine: Where Ancient Science Meets Modern Medicine and author of The Secret Art of Yoga Assists. Professionally, Dr. Goldman is the former Director of Yoga and Mindfulness at La Quinta Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, and former Clinical Director/Owner of the Yoga Doctors Institute of Integrative Medicine in West Los Angeles, California where he successfully treated thousands of patients.
Dr. Goldman’s multi-faceted approach to health and wellness integrates:

Lifestyle Coaching
Stress Management Skills
Mindfulness Meditation Techniques
Classical Eastern Yoga Therapeutics
Mind-Body Medicine
Physical Rehabilitation and Functional Movement Training
Wellness-Based Chiropractic
Myofascial Release Sports Massage
Prevention

Professionally, Dr. Goldman completed his Doctorate at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic @ Southern California University of Health Sciences and co-developed The Yoga Doctors Method of Chikitsa Vinyasa Yoga, or Therapeutic Flow Yoga, while personally mentoring under the founder of the International Association for Yoga Therapists, Dr. Larry Payne, Ph.D., and Dr. Craig Liebenson, D.C., author of Rehabilitation for the Spine and former team Chiropractor for the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers. He also co-founded and directed Karmapalooza, a 501(c)(3) non-profit Yoga charity that raised nearly $50,000 for other charities including The Nature Conservancy, Trees for the Future, and The Make-A-Wish Foundation and he was a team member in a collaborative study linking Mars Without Borders, UCLA and University of Texas, focused on yoga Therapy for Astronauts and Space Health.
Over the years, Dr. Goldman and his work have been featured in many forms of media including CBS News, ABC News, AM Northwest, Yoga Journal, Yoga Mind Body Spirit, LA Yoga Magazine, and the top-selling book, Yoga for Dummies.

Yoga Therapy: The Spine + Neurology
An integrative approach from a multi-dimensional garden yoga therapy perspective.

9/14 Autumn Equinox Awakening: A Sun Salute Celebration
2024-09-14 12:00 - 14:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Sun Salutation Celebration
Celebrate the balance of the fall equinox with us on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm. Engage in a transformative practice of 108 Sun Salutes, each variation led by a different instructor, blending tradition with creativity. The session ends with a soul stirring Kirtan session led by guest teachers, Dana Hermocillo and Samantha Gutierrez.
Benefits of Sun Salutations: Experience the full spectrum of benefits from this dynamic sequence that improves strength, flexibility, and circulatory health, while also promoting inner peace and mental clarity.
This is a collaborative workshop featuring unique variations of Sun Salutes by experienced instructors, designed to accommodate and challenge all levels of yoga practitioners. Join us for a session that not only marks the equinox but also enhances your physical and spiritual wellbeing. Spaces are limited. Register early to commit to your wellness this fall with a celebration of light, shadow, and community.

Workshop Details

Saturday, September 14th
12:00-2:30PM
Space is limited.
$40 Early Bird
$50 Day of

This workshop is appropriate for experienced students with a stronger vinyasa flow practice.

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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.

9/10 Yoga Therapy Training Info Meeting (Zoom)
2024-09-10 11:30 - 12:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Info Meeting Overview

Are you ready to level up from a Yoga Teacher to a Yoga Therapist?
If so, you’ve come to the right place! As home to Orange County’s first and only Yoga Therapist Training, we’ve been leading yoga teacher training since 2010 and yoga therapy training since 2016!
We are passionate about making the life-enhancing wisdom teachings of Yoga Therapy accessible to all; which is why we proudly offer In-Studio + Virtual Training options designed to best meet your needs.
If you’re interested, this is the best place to start!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Director, Katie Allen to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
Our next yoga therapy course: Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Ailments is led by Dr. Tess O’Hern and begins October 26th, 2024. In this 120-hour course, you will learn to work effectively with clients with specific musculoskeletal ailments whether in a group class or one-on-one setting.
This course meets from October and continues through April with 100% online option. The first weekend will offer the in-person option in our gorgeous Orange County, CA yoga studio and wellness center.
You can take the entire Yoga Therapist Training or one course at a time.
We are your home for higher education, personal development, and a nourishing community to support human flourishing!
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

Course #2 Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Ailments (120 hours)
Course Begins October 26th, 2024

In this course, you will learn to work effectively with clients with specific musculoskeletal issues such as: herniated discs, sciatica, strained low back muscles, spinal stenosis, arthritis as well as hip, shoulder and general joint issues. Trainees will learn to conduct client intake and physical assessments for common musculoskeletal ailments. In addition, trainees will learn clinical documentation, ethics, yoga therapy scope of practice, and professional practices.
Classes meets from October and continues through April. Rolling admissions, start at any time with any of the classes.

JOIN US FOR THIS COURSE!

If you are a yoga teacher who is looking to add a therapeutic lens to your offerings, you can start the yoga therapy journey without committing to the whole training. Our goal is to make this life-changing wisdom accessible to more Yoga Teachers.

Course meets one weekend per month for 8 months
100% Virtual with In-Studio Hybrid option
One full weekend per month + one mid-month 2-hour review class
Monthly auto-pay program ($325/mo for 8 months)
One-time $400 Registration Fee
Total Tuition: $3000
Total Hours: 120 hours

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8/24 Pre-Bhakti Fest Kirtan with Govind Das
2024-08-24 19:00 - 20:30 | 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. Please bring cookies, chai, and sweet treats!

Doors open at 6:30PM and Kirtan will begin at 7:00PM. Kirtan 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, August 24th
6:30 onward cookies and chai
7:00 – 8:30PM 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.

8/20 Yoga Therapy Training Info Meeting (Zoom)
2024-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Info Meeting Overview

Are you ready to level up from a Yoga Teacher to a Yoga Therapist?
If so, you’ve come to the right place! As home to Orange County’s first and only Yoga Therapist Training, we’ve been leading yoga teacher training since 2010 and yoga therapy training since 2016!
We are passionate about making the life-enhancing wisdom teachings of Yoga Therapy accessible to all; which is why we proudly offer In-Studio + Virtual Training options designed to best meet your needs.
If you’re interested, this is the best place to start!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Director, Katie Allen to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
Our next yoga therapy course: Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Ailments is led by Dr. Tess O’Hern and begins October 26th, 2024. In this 120-hour course, you will learn to work effectively with clients with specific musculoskeletal ailments whether in a group class or one-on-one setting.
This course meets from October and continues through April with 100% online option. The first weekend will offer the in-person option in our gorgeous Orange County, CA yoga studio and wellness center.
You can take the entire Yoga Therapist Training or one course at a time.
We are your home for higher education, personal development, and a nourishing community to support human flourishing!
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

Course #2 Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Ailments (120 hours)
Course Begins October 26th, 2024

In this course, you will learn to work effectively with clients with specific musculoskeletal issues such as: herniated discs, sciatica, strained low back muscles, spinal stenosis, arthritis as well as hip, shoulder and general joint issues. Trainees will learn to conduct client intake and physical assessments for common musculoskeletal ailments. In addition, trainees will learn clinical documentation, ethics, yoga therapy scope of practice, and professional practices.
Classes meets from October and continues through April. Rolling admissions, start at any time with any of the classes.

JOIN US FOR THIS COURSE!

If you are a yoga teacher who is looking to add a therapeutic lens to your offerings, you can start the yoga therapy journey without committing to the whole training. Our goal is to make this life-changing wisdom accessible to more Yoga Teachers.

Course meets one weekend per month for 8 months
100% Virtual with In-Studio Hybrid option
One full weekend per month + one mid-month 2-hour review class
Monthly auto-pay program ($325/mo for 8 months)
One-time $400 Registration Fee
Total Tuition: $3000
Total Hours: 120 hours

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Registration Fee

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8/15 Yoga Therapy for Memory with Susan Kjesbo
2024-08-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Research is showing that the benefits of yoga are positive for brain health from the physical aspects of the practice to meditation. In this workshop we will be looking at the pillars of brain health, research being done at Alzheimers Prevention and UCLA, among others.

You will gain a greater knowledge of changes you can make to slow down cognitive decline. Dive deeper into elements that Yoga can address for brain health such as reducing stress, increasing heart rate, and improving sleep to name just a few.

This is an all levels class. We will be learning about memory and practicing yoga in this 2-hour workshop.

Course Details

Pricing:

$45 Early Bird | $55 Day of
or
$85 Early Bird | $100 Day of for both sessions (8/15, 8/29)

Date:

Thursday, August 15th
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.

7/30 Yoga Therapy Training Info Meeting (Zoom)
2024-07-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Info Meeting Overview

Are you ready to level up from a Yoga Teacher to a Yoga Therapist?
If so, you’ve come to the right place! As home to Orange County’s first and only Yoga Therapist Training, we’ve been leading yoga teacher training since 2010 and yoga therapy training since 2016!
We are passionate about making the life-enhancing wisdom teachings of Yoga Therapy accessible to all; which is why we proudly offer In-Studio + Virtual Training options designed to best meet your needs.
If you’re interested, this is the best place to start!
We’d love for you to join us in our up-coming Info Meeting where you can meet the Program Director, Katie Allen to learn more about the program and decide if this is right for you.
Our next yoga therapy course: Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Ailments is led by Dr. Tess O’Hern and begins October 26th, 2024. In this 120-hour course, you will learn to work effectively with clients with specific musculoskeletal ailments whether in a group class or one-on-one setting.
This course meets from October and continues through April with 100% online option. The first weekend will offer the in-person option in our gorgeous Orange County, CA yoga studio and wellness center.
You can take the entire Yoga Therapist Training or one course at a time.
We are your home for higher education, personal development, and a nourishing community to support human flourishing!
Feel free to email: Katie@bethechangeyoga.com directly with questions

Course #2 Yoga Therapy for Musculoskeletal Ailments (120 hours)
Course Begins October 26th, 2024

In this course, you will learn to work effectively with clients with specific musculoskeletal issues such as: herniated discs, sciatica, strained low back muscles, spinal stenosis, arthritis as well as hip, shoulder and general joint issues. Trainees will learn to conduct client intake and physical assessments for common musculoskeletal ailments. In addition, trainees will learn clinical documentation, ethics, yoga therapy scope of practice, and professional practices.
Classes meets from October and continues through April. Rolling admissions, start at any time with any of the classes.

JOIN US FOR THIS COURSE!

If you are a yoga teacher who is looking to add a therapeutic lens to your offerings, you can start the yoga therapy journey without committing to the whole training. Our goal is to make this life-changing wisdom accessible to more Yoga Teachers.

Course meets one weekend per month for 8 months
100% Virtual with In-Studio Hybrid option
One full weekend per month + one mid-month 2-hour review class
Monthly auto-pay program ($325/mo for 8 months)
One-time $400 Registration Fee
Total Tuition: $3000
Total Hours: 120 hours

View Syllabus

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Registration Fee

CAN’T MAKE IT? JOIN OUR NEXT INFO MEETING:

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7/24 Using Crystals for Chakra Healing with Dina Kleiman
2024-07-24 18:15 - 19:45 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Unlock the ancient wisdom of crystal healing to bring harmony and balance to your life. This workshop offers an immersive experience into the world of chakras and crystals, designed for those seeking to enhance their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

Gain a deep understanding of the seven major chakras and their profound impact on your health and well-being
Discover how to select the perfect crystals to align and balance each chakra
Learn hands-on methods to effectively use crystals for chakra healing

THIS CLASS IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:

Feeling stressed and overwhelmed, and need balance in your life
Wanting to get more out of your yoga or meditation practice
Looking to feel more connected with your spiritual self •Seeking natural methods to improve your physical, emotional, and mental health

Workshop Details

Led by Dina Kleiman
Wednesday, July 24th
6:15 – 7:45 PM
Early bird $45 / Day of $55

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As part of the special workshop, our Be The Change Yoga students will get an electronic version of these two books written by Dina Kleiman for free!

Dina Kleiman, Spiritual Teacher
Dina is an Energy healer, Intuitive reader and Spiritual Teacher with 12+ years of experience in holistic healing and self-realization. She helps people gain clarity and direction in their lives, connect with their true selves and follow their souls purpose. For more information and to schedule your one-on-one reading or healing session visit her website: www.dinakleiman.com

7/21 Ayurveda Workshop: Cooking with Marsalo
2024-07-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Course Overview

For all students, learn about Ayurveda’s key to achieving abundant health and vitality.
Ayurveda, an ancient science of life, promotes natural health management through emotions, lifestyle, diet, sleep, herbs, and treatments.

Amidst dietary confusion, Ayurveda offers personalized diet based on your dosha to maximize ingredient benefits.

We’ll cover the basics of dosha-specific cooking, demonstrate the step-by-step preparation of kitchari (Food of the Gods – served in Ayurvedic hospitals in India), and enjoy a serving of this delicious and nutritious food at the end of the workshop!

Course Details

Workshop Details:
The donation price of this workshop benefits the AlcheMe Natural Health Institute and your payment is tax-deductible.
Please register and pay using our donation link:
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$20 pre-registration
$25 day of workshop
Sunday, July 21st
10:00 – 11:00 AM

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Marsalo Cruz, AHC, RYT200
My name is Marsalo Cruz, I’m a yoga practitioner and Ayurvedic counselor. In my studies of yoga philosophy, I encountered Ayurveda, the sister science of yoga. I was fascinated by how this practice could be applied to anyone. Eventually I found myself in a 600-hour Ayurvedic counselor’s course, which only enriched my love and understanding of this beautiful science.
My noble hope is to share my love and knowledge of Ayurveda and yoga, to help people to connect with themselves and their surroundings, and to find a wholistic way of healing the mind, body, and spirit.
There’s no one size fits all, you are unique.

7/15 Cultivating Resiliency on the Rollercoaster of Life
2024-07-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Be The Change Yoga, 14988 Sand Canyon Ave, Studio 5, Irvine, CA, 92618, United States
Workshop Overview

Led by Yoga Therapist, Amy Harper you will learn how to use yoga and mindfulness tools to create a calm and balanced mind to be used along the many phases of life.
Life is a journey full of unexpected twists and turns, a rollercoaster of emotions that often tests our resilience. In the face of challenges, resilience becomes our guiding force, enabling us to navigate obstacles gracefully and emerge stronger on the other side. It’s not about avoiding hardships but embracing them as opportunities for growth. This workshop will give practical tools for intentional living and cultivating resilience in the rollercoaster of life.

Course Details

Pricing:

$50 Early Bird
$60 Day of

Date:

Monday, July 15th
12:00 – 2:00PM
In-studio
Space Limited

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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.

6/15 Summer Solstice - Open House!
2024-06-15 12:30 - 15:00 | 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

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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.

5/20 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 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.

4/12 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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Click To Register for 4/16 Info Meeting

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

​
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

Click To Register for 2/27 Info Meeting

Click To Register for 3/26 Info Meeting

Click To Register for 4/16 Info Meeting
