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BERMUDA PRIDE PARADE August 31st 2019
CONGRATULATIONS BERMUDA!!!
for celebrating our first PRIDE PARADE this summer.
Starting the event, local teacher Marcia Pringle, led a Strala yoga class in Victoria Park to support the atmosphere of love, acceptance and unity.
Here is her reflection from the day...
for celebrating our first PRIDE PARADE this summer.
Starting the event, local teacher Marcia Pringle, led a Strala yoga class in Victoria Park to support the atmosphere of love, acceptance and unity.
Here is her reflection from the day...
"My heart is full. ❤
When I'm completely true to me, the authentic me, live with integrity even against the odds, it always works out. (The event) was magical.
Choosing to be a volunteer and guide a Strala Yoga class for my community on our first historic Bermuda Pride event was magical.
Strala = ignite your light.
We honoured our light and love and all the beautiful energy in the park before the Pride Parade. Over 6000 attended the parade. And the self hugs movement near the end of yoga practice, SO MANY SMILES AND LOVE. I'm so grateful to have been a part."
When I'm completely true to me, the authentic me, live with integrity even against the odds, it always works out. (The event) was magical.
Choosing to be a volunteer and guide a Strala Yoga class for my community on our first historic Bermuda Pride event was magical.
Strala = ignite your light.
We honoured our light and love and all the beautiful energy in the park before the Pride Parade. Over 6000 attended the parade. And the self hugs movement near the end of yoga practice, SO MANY SMILES AND LOVE. I'm so grateful to have been a part."
BYTA Teacher's Practice #4 - A Sample of Styles
"A SAMPLE OF STYLES" - Sunday 18th August 2019
Bermuda's yoga teachers came together for a light hearted and fun gathering in celebration of our diversity of practice.
We experienced 3 mini classes, each in a different style of yoga practice.
MARCIA PRINGLE introduced us to the STRALA YOGA style, which combines yoga with forms of different movement wisdom like tai chi and qigong. Strala is a way of being, moving and healing, that helps people connect with how they feel, move how it feels good, and handle challenges with ease
JOANNE BALL-BURGESS guided us in exploring self-expression through her unique style of YOGA DANCE, using yoga asanas as the vehicle to move into dance and creativity of movement.
And ASHLEY AITKEN gave us an experience of SOMATIC YOGA, guiding us through somatic exploration of fluid and organic movement, breath, sound and stillness, moving slowly, exploring gently and listening to the sensations and signals from the body.
We had a beautiful outdoor location for our fluid and flowing movement practice, accompanied by a gentle evening breeze and a serenade of tree frogs.
A special thank you to all of our presenters, and to everyone who joined us!🙏
We experienced 3 mini classes, each in a different style of yoga practice.
MARCIA PRINGLE introduced us to the STRALA YOGA style, which combines yoga with forms of different movement wisdom like tai chi and qigong. Strala is a way of being, moving and healing, that helps people connect with how they feel, move how it feels good, and handle challenges with ease
JOANNE BALL-BURGESS guided us in exploring self-expression through her unique style of YOGA DANCE, using yoga asanas as the vehicle to move into dance and creativity of movement.
And ASHLEY AITKEN gave us an experience of SOMATIC YOGA, guiding us through somatic exploration of fluid and organic movement, breath, sound and stillness, moving slowly, exploring gently and listening to the sensations and signals from the body.
We had a beautiful outdoor location for our fluid and flowing movement practice, accompanied by a gentle evening breeze and a serenade of tree frogs.
A special thank you to all of our presenters, and to everyone who joined us!🙏
BYTA Teacher's Practice #3 - Yoga & Wellbeing
"YOGA & WELLBEING" - Saturday 8th June 2019
3 local yoga teachers share with us about their passions and experience in different wellbeing practices.
Mel Dupres presented on 'The magic of Homeopathy, Yoga and Energy!" - her exploration of healing through homeopathy, movement, how yoga moves energy and how surrender helps us through.
Elaine White talked about functional medicine, what it is and how she was inspired to study for certification. Her ambition is to educate and empower people to take control of and transform their health using this holistic approach.
Shara Crunden, a phsiotherapist and yoga instructor has recently dived deep into learning about and practicing Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a holistic and natural medicine based on 5000 years of Eastern medicine, tried and tested over centuries and now an accessible alternative to conventional medicine!
...and our 3 presentations were followed by a lovely asana practice led by Mel Dupres
Mel Dupres presented on 'The magic of Homeopathy, Yoga and Energy!" - her exploration of healing through homeopathy, movement, how yoga moves energy and how surrender helps us through.
Elaine White talked about functional medicine, what it is and how she was inspired to study for certification. Her ambition is to educate and empower people to take control of and transform their health using this holistic approach.
Shara Crunden, a phsiotherapist and yoga instructor has recently dived deep into learning about and practicing Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a holistic and natural medicine based on 5000 years of Eastern medicine, tried and tested over centuries and now an accessible alternative to conventional medicine!
...and our 3 presentations were followed by a lovely asana practice led by Mel Dupres
BYTA Teacher's Practice #2 - Inspirations
"INSPIRATIONS" - February 17th 2019
The second in our ‘Teacher’s Practice’ series was a mix of story-telling and asana practice.
We had three lovely teachers sharing stories of their Yoga journeys and inspirations!
Taeya Dent spoke about how she began her wellness journey and the impact that it has had on her life, leading her on the path to becoming a yoga teaching.
Shanell Vaughn shared her story and experience of The International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh India, and why she encourages other teachers to go.
And Jeanette Morrison shared the story of her journey to train as a Kundalini yoga teacher, and then led us in a Kundalini Yoga practice!
We had three lovely teachers sharing stories of their Yoga journeys and inspirations!
Taeya Dent spoke about how she began her wellness journey and the impact that it has had on her life, leading her on the path to becoming a yoga teaching.
Shanell Vaughn shared her story and experience of The International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh India, and why she encourages other teachers to go.
And Jeanette Morrison shared the story of her journey to train as a Kundalini yoga teacher, and then led us in a Kundalini Yoga practice!
BYTA Teacher's Practice #1 - Replenishing our Teachers
"REPLENISHING OUR TEACHERS" - November 10th 2018
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Our inaugural 'Teacher's Practice' class was a replenishing practice with a presentation and discussion at the end of class.
As teachers a lot of our energy and focus can go towards those we are supporting. So the BYTA is introducing these sessions for teachers to come together and nourish their OWN practice and personal growth. |
Summer Solstice 2018
This year we celebrated the 15th Anniversary of our annual, community, Summer Solstice Sunrise Yoga Practice.
For this special occasion we incorporated the theme from another community event...
#WalkTOGETHERBermuda is a community collaboration to inspire hope & compassion & to bring the people of our beautiful island together. We captured the spirit of WalkTogether by borrowing the inspiration boards they used during their event.
The boards invited you to consider and connect with someone over the following questions:
Share your story * What do you care about? What Matters to you? * What does a peaceful Bermuda look like to you? * What makes a community come together and what can you do?
Participants also received a booklet of quotes we complied to mark the occasion.
The quotes were submitted by BYTA members and friends in the yoga community.
Thank you very much to our teachers who presented the class:
Trish Alexander; Elaine White; Sophia Cannonier; Melanie Dupres; Bec Cottingham; Shadae Smith-Steede; Robin Holder; & Marcia Pringle
And thank you to everyone who joined us on this beautiful morning!
For this special occasion we incorporated the theme from another community event...
#WalkTOGETHERBermuda is a community collaboration to inspire hope & compassion & to bring the people of our beautiful island together. We captured the spirit of WalkTogether by borrowing the inspiration boards they used during their event.
The boards invited you to consider and connect with someone over the following questions:
Share your story * What do you care about? What Matters to you? * What does a peaceful Bermuda look like to you? * What makes a community come together and what can you do?
Participants also received a booklet of quotes we complied to mark the occasion.
The quotes were submitted by BYTA members and friends in the yoga community.
Thank you very much to our teachers who presented the class:
Trish Alexander; Elaine White; Sophia Cannonier; Melanie Dupres; Bec Cottingham; Shadae Smith-Steede; Robin Holder; & Marcia Pringle
And thank you to everyone who joined us on this beautiful morning!
Summer Solstice 2017
The Bermuda Yoga Teacher Association's annual, free, community event at Astwood Park, Warwick.
Thank you to the Kirtan Wallahs, our teachers and everyone who joined us to radiate their light so early in the morning.
Presenters: Trish Alexander / Bec Cottingham / Sophia Cannonier / Elaine White / Marcia Pringle / Mel Dupres / Kyria Evans
Thank you to the Kirtan Wallahs, our teachers and everyone who joined us to radiate their light so early in the morning.
Presenters: Trish Alexander / Bec Cottingham / Sophia Cannonier / Elaine White / Marcia Pringle / Mel Dupres / Kyria Evans
Community Service in support of SCARS at The Triple Challenge March 2017
BYTA Chairperson: Trish Alexander & Secretary: Elaine White volunteering at the Triple Challenge event
Community service with KBB at Devils Hole, November 2016
Group pictures includes Frances Marshall, Neville Richardson and the 3 stooges!
Autumnal Equinox 2016, Horseshoe Bay Beach Fundraiser
Presentation of funds raised from annual Horseshoe Bay Beach Party fundraiser, Autumnal Equinox 2016 to
Family Centre : Vice Chairperson & Treasurer: Jacqueline Lightbourne; Chairperson Trish Alexander & Martha Dismont of Family Centre
& Chewstick : Chairperson: Trish Alexander, Vice Chair & Treasurer: Jacqueline Lightbourne; Secretary: Elaine White ; Chewstick representative: Deidra Lee Bean
Family Centre : Vice Chairperson & Treasurer: Jacqueline Lightbourne; Chairperson Trish Alexander & Martha Dismont of Family Centre
& Chewstick : Chairperson: Trish Alexander, Vice Chair & Treasurer: Jacqueline Lightbourne; Secretary: Elaine White ; Chewstick representative: Deidra Lee Bean
Summer Solstice 2016
The Bermuda Yoga Teacher Association's annual, free, community event at Astwood Park, Warwick
Summer Solstice 2015
The Bermuda Yoga Teacher Association's annual, free, community event at Astwood Park, Warwick
Summer Solstice 2014
The Bermuda Yoga Teacher Association's annual, free, community event at Astwood Park, Warwick
