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Did you know? The YAA is Canada’s only inclusive, non-profit yoga association! Nearly 50 years ago, Alberta’s first yoga teachers founded this grassroots organization, and today, we continue to support and uplift Alberta’s yoga teachers.

We know you don’t want to pay a costly registry service that doesn’t bring in local students or support your growth in community.

Instead, choose the YAA! Full YAA Membership is only $30 per year and gives you access to:
❤free online classes with teachers from diverse styles and lineages
❤️free trauma informed training and other professional development webinars
❤️free teacher directory and events listings
❤discounted group insurance plan
❤advanced training levels with credit for experience and previous training
❤access to job postings across the province including YAA outreach programs
❤mentorship and community

We welcome all yoga teachers in Alberta - see the benefits of membership and get to know us better 👉 https://yoga.ca/membership/

If you’re a yoga teacher in Alberta, the YAA is here for you!

With the significant rise of the popularity of yoga, as well as growing scientific support touting the list of benefits, yoga is being recognized as a way to improve physical, mental and spiritual aspects of our lives. Far more than just stretching and mobility, people are looking to yoga to calm the nervous system, clear the mind, and help heal physical injuries and emotional trauma.

The YAA is here to support the spread of yoga across Alberta.

How can you get started? YOGA.CA
1. Visit our Teacher Directory to find a teacher near you.
2. Visit our events listing to find workshops, classes and programs that might suit your ability and needs.
3. Become a YAA member to join us for free online classes (x2 per month), webinars, and an electronic subscription to our Yoga Bridge magazine (Free first year for Alberta residents).
4. Consider upgrading to a Full membership to access a full Video Library, print copies of the magazine, and more!

Questions about how to start a yoga practice? We're here! Reach out via DM, email ([email protected]) or give us a call at 780-427-8776.

Join YAA Senior Teacher Karen Hamdon on June 1, 2024 for the next TTP/Upgrading Core Curriculum Class, in person (LIMITED) and online options available.
Topic: Surya Namaskar

Asana: Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) and variations; Related physiology, preparations, counter/equalizing poses, variations, benefits, contraindications and safety issues.

Theory: Ta**ra Overview; Mantra – Chanting as a gate to open the breath/quiet the mind

Pranayama: Ujjayi (Victorious)

Calling all yoga teachers!

We’ve made it even easier to get your yoga qualifications certified through the YAA, even if you haven’t taken our training program. Why should you consider getting certified through the YAA? Get recognition for high standards of training and professional development, access to community job postings, Advanced Training Levels and mentorship opportunities. You also receive benefits like group discounts on liability insurance, free listings in the teacher directory and events calendars, plus all the other professional benefits of full membership in the YAA.

What is the YAA Equivalency Upgrading Track?

If you have completed a recognized 200- or 500-hour program but do not yet meet the remaining requirements for YAA Equivalency Certification (details on our website), we invite you to enroll in the YAA Equivalency Upgrading Track until you are eligible, with access to group discounts on liability insurance along with all the perks for Full Members.

There is no application fee to enter the Upgrading Track. Full YAA Membership ($30/year) is required and must be kept up to date. Teachers are expected to attend a minimum of 10 hours of training with YAA Senior Teachers over a two-year period and are encouraged to apply for YAA Equivalency Certification once they’ve met the full requirements, listed on our website: https://yoga.ca/training/

Anyone who does yoga regularly will tell you the list is longer than this, including being part of a yoga community, but here’s a start:

✅Mind - lessens stress, increases mood
✅Muscles - improves strength, balance and flexibility, can improve arthritis and back pain
✅Sleep - improves sleep, especially when done before bedtime
✅Heart - can reduce blood pressure and body inflammation
✅Digestion - improves digestion and gut health

Need some more convincing to try something that is so good for your mind, body and spirit?

Try a class from an amazing YAA Certified teacher in your community! Search our teacher directory to find one near you: https://yoga.ca/find-a-teacher/

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NEW YEAR YOGA/MEDITATION
January 9-March 28
Tuesday 7-8pm
Thursday 8-9am
Online in the Zoom womb!

☀️Another amazing morning of YOGA on the hill at the Edmonton Folk Music Festival! Hope to see you all again next year! 💛🧘🏻‍♀️🕉️