January 14 - Neuroscience of Building Resilience Through Yoga with Bill Ryan, Ph.D., R.N., RYT® 500

This seminar will provide a brief overview of the human nervous system before exploring the
autonomic nervous system in more detail. Polyvagal Theory will serve as a primary foundation
for exploring how and why we respond to stressful situations and how our emotions and
breathing are closely linked to autonomic function. Practical yoga solutions to stress and
building resilience will be explored in the context of neuroplasticity using both top-down and
bottom-up approaches.

 

February 11 - Yoga in Clinical Care Settings with Brianna DeSpain, E-RYT® 500, YACEP®, LMT, Nursing Student

Yoga is required in the health care setting to help bring balance to the care of clients/patients as well as the staff who work tirelessly to provide that care. The techniques taught in this workshop are intended to benefit clients by restoring nervous system balance and tissue health, all while remaining within the scope of practice and respecting the boundaries of other cultures. You will also leave with skills designed specifically for you, the nurse, provider, or caregiver, who deserve and require self-care.

 

Kim is an Excellence in Teaching Award Winner and Integrative Nursing Faculty Fellowship recipient at the University of Arizona College of Nursing. Who are you? Why are you? What energy do you project to heal yourself and others? How present are you to your own needs? How in touch are you with the choices you make? We will explore using self-compassion tools, mindfulness
techniques, networking, reconnecting with the purpose/inspiration of your work.

 

April 8 - Outdoor Yoga & Meditation with David Kleinman, RYT® 200

Heal, soothe, restore, and connect with this amazing outdoor practice.