March 27, 2023
The 4th cohort of educators participating in the latest Yoga Teacher Training completed their training on March 26. YTT was provided through both virtual and in-person sessions by Breathing Space Yoga with co-founders Jenny Kierstead and Blair Abbass. 16 Participants received a 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Certificate for teaching Yoga Grade 11 and other yoga programs. Throughout the program, participants had the opportunity to learn about the history and philosophy of yoga as well as practice yoga. The program also included mindfulness practices to strengthen the integration of yoga practice. Educators also collaborated on developing lesson plans suited to their students with a focus on integrating Mi'kmaw ways of being and knowing. Many lessons that were created were inspired by the Mi'kmaw language as well as the seven sacred teachings. All participants involved felt that the experience was very enriching and are looking forward to exploring yoga with their students and continuing to stay connected with one another to share ideas and resources.
