Key Outcomes
What makes yoga safe + effective for arthritis
The power of mindful movement + breath
Explore biomechanics, research, and teaching adaptations
Understand how to build safe + accessible yoga practices
Meet the Experts:
Livvie Mann
NY Sangha Mentors (mentor on site at the Integral Yoga Institute NY)
Livvie has been teaching Hatha, Yin and Restorative Yoga for many years to many different populations, but in the last five years her emphasis has shifted strongly to Yoga for Arthritis. As administrator of Yoga for Arthritis at Integral Yoga, the only drop-in program of its kind, she's been in a unique position to witness the profound growth it allows not just students, but teachers as well. This has inspired and strengthened her commitment to Y4A as a teacher, teacher trainer and mentor. Y4A respects and builds on each student's particular abilities, needs and hopes, and similarly acknowledges each teacher's unique skills, gifts and interests. With that in mind, Livvie works with each mentee to identify goals that are personally meaningful and to create a plan for an individualized mentorship. She encourages questioning and experimentation through the mentorship, listening carefully and providing feedback. The intention is that the mentoring experience be useful throughout the certification process and on into the teaching career.
Peter Karow
Yoga Therapist and Yoga for Arthritis Mentor
Peter Karow has many years of teaching and mentoring experience and is Certified as a Yoga Therapist by the International Association of Yoga Therapists.. Some of the major strengths he brings to the mentoring process are his respect and empathy for the student and the learning process; and his listening and observation skills. He always endeavors to carefully listen to the student and respond specifically to what they are seeking to learn; and, to watch the student vigilantly during the teaching process to be able to provide clear and helpful feedback. From a place of empathy and respect he is able to offer targeted feedback and guidance to students as they develop the complex skills required to meet the challenges of teaching students with arthritis effectively.
Join The Conversation
This training is the perfect first step if you’re curious about working with students who experience arthritis or chronic pain—and want real tools to help them move, breathe, and feel better. You’ll also learn more about our upcoming Foundations of Yoga for Arthritis – Live Online training on Sundays with Livvie & Peter, and how it supports your path as a yoga professional.
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