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Sunday, January 26 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Accessible Yoga
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Limited Capacity seats available
In this workshop, you will learn how to make the yoga teachings available to everyone, regardless of their current ability. We'll focus on creating Integrated Accessible Yoga classes where all students can practice together. We will also explore the many variations to suit students with all body shapes/sizes, physical and intellectual challenges/disabilities, and health conditions throughout the lifespan. Learn how to make your classes inclusive and empowering, and to serve all your students equally!

Discussion Time: 60 minutes
Practice Time: 60 minutes
Physical Exertion: Low
Recommended Props: Yoga mat, blanket, 2 blocks, strap, and bolster
Continuing Education: 2 hours
Speakers
avatar for Brenda Bakke, M.Ed., PT, C-IAYT

Brenda Bakke, M.Ed., PT, C-IAYT

Bakke Physical Therapy
Brenda Bakke, PT, M.Ed., C-IAYT, is a Physical and Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) who has successfully integrated yoga methods into her physical therapy practice since 1999. By integrating the ancient teachings of yoga with the developmental and biomechanical systems of physical therapy... Read More →
avatar for Mary Fuhr

Mary Fuhr

ConnectABLE Wellness, LLC
Mary Gengler Fuhr, OTR/L, RYT, has been an Occupational Therapist for over 35 years and is the founder of Relaxing Resources, PLLC and Maple Valley Pediatric Therapy. She was drawn to yoga about 20 years ago as a way to heal and strengthen after several surgeries. She became interested... Read More →

Sunday January 26, 2020 1:00pm - 3:00pm PST
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