Yoga

The YCTY Teacher Tango: A Dance for the Community Read More »

The teachers in Wake County support each other in many ways, one interesting one being the “Teacher Tango,” which creative minds have devised. Wake County is a large county. YCTY offers classes across the county (east/Fuquay Varina, west/Apex, north/Wake Forest, south/downtown Raleigh and central/ Midtown Raleigh). Our teachers live in various locations. One interesting way […]

Yoga at Central Prison and Beyond: A Teacher’s Journey Read More »

The journey of a yoga teacher is often filled with diverse experiences, growth, and a deep sense of connection. Over the past six years, my work with You Call This Yoga (YCTY) has been transformative, for my evolution as a teacher. YCTY has allowed me to explore uncharted territories and fulfill my dream of bringing

Cultivating Gratitude for Greater Resilience and More Read More »

By JJ Gormley, MS, C-IAYT, E-RYT, CN Gratitude is a transformative quality that shifts perspective, enhances well-being, and fosters resilience. It is more than saying thank you. It is a way of seeing the world through a different lens. By practicing gratitude, we open ourselves to a deeper connection with others, a more positive outlook,

Finding My Voice in Yoga Read More »

Tamara Y. Jeffries It is better to follow your own dharma, however imperfectly, than to assume the dharma of another, however successfully. –Bhagavad Gita 3.35 I love the yoga community that has grown up around the Sharing, Accessible, Free flowing, Energy (S.A.F.E) Yoga offerings. The sense of connection and community is palpable. It’s the best