Accessible Yoga Mission Statement
Accessible Yoga is dedicated to sharing the benefits of Yoga with anyone who currently does not have access to these practices, and with communities that have been excluded or underserved. All people, regardless of ability or background, deserve equal access to the ancient teachings of Yoga, which offer individual empowerment and spiritual awakening. By building a strong network and advocating for a diverse Yoga culture that is inclusive and welcoming, we are sharing Yoga with all.
Vision
Bringing Yoga to excluded and underserved communities
a. Increasing awareness of the benefits of Yoga
b. Offering information and resources to the general public
Supporting Yoga teachers
a. Offering Accessible Yoga training and conferences
b. Networking & community building among teachers
Creating a global Accessible Yoga network
a. Building a network of Accessible Yoga Ambassadors
b. Connecting with organizations that support accessibility
Advocating for Accessible Yoga
a. Educating the mainstream Yoga community
b. Raising awareness within the larger community and mainstream media
Programs
Accessible Yoga Conference
The Accessible Yoga Conference's mission is to provide a forum where the Yoga community can come together to connect, share, and support those who wish to expand access to the Yoga teachings for people with disabilities, chronic illness, seniors, and anyone who doesn't feel comfortable in a regular yoga class.
· Santa Barbara – September 16-18, 2016
· New York – May 19-21, 2017
Accessible Yoga Ambassadors
· Ambassador Teams
· Regional Ambassadors
· International Ambassadors
Accessible Yoga Teacher Training
· Full 8-day Accessible Yoga Teacher Training
· New 3-day Accessible Yoga Ambassador Training
· Additional online Accessible Yoga training modules
· Mentoring Accessible Yoga Ambassador trainers
Accessible Yoga Celebrations
· December 3 – A Day for All, International Day of Persons with Disabilities
· June 21 – International Day of Yoga
Accessible Yoga Online
· Accessible Yoga Directory – professional listing of teachers and organizations (in development)
· Accessible Yoga Resource Guide - information for specific populations (in development)
Accessible Yoga is dedicated to sharing the benefits of Yoga with anyone who currently does not have access to these practices, and with communities that have been excluded or underserved. All people, regardless of ability or background, deserve equal access to the ancient teachings of Yoga, which offer individual empowerment and spiritual awakening. By building a strong network and advocating for a diverse Yoga culture that is inclusive and welcoming, we are sharing Yoga with all.
Vision
Bringing Yoga to excluded and underserved communities
a. Increasing awareness of the benefits of Yoga
b. Offering information and resources to the general public
Supporting Yoga teachers
a. Offering Accessible Yoga training and conferences
b. Networking & community building among teachers
Creating a global Accessible Yoga network
a. Building a network of Accessible Yoga Ambassadors
b. Connecting with organizations that support accessibility
Advocating for Accessible Yoga
a. Educating the mainstream Yoga community
b. Raising awareness within the larger community and mainstream media
Programs
Accessible Yoga Conference
The Accessible Yoga Conference's mission is to provide a forum where the Yoga community can come together to connect, share, and support those who wish to expand access to the Yoga teachings for people with disabilities, chronic illness, seniors, and anyone who doesn't feel comfortable in a regular yoga class.
· Santa Barbara – September 16-18, 2016
· New York – May 19-21, 2017
Accessible Yoga Ambassadors
· Ambassador Teams
· Regional Ambassadors
· International Ambassadors
Accessible Yoga Teacher Training
· Full 8-day Accessible Yoga Teacher Training
· New 3-day Accessible Yoga Ambassador Training
· Additional online Accessible Yoga training modules
· Mentoring Accessible Yoga Ambassador trainers
Accessible Yoga Celebrations
· December 3 – A Day for All, International Day of Persons with Disabilities
· June 21 – International Day of Yoga
Accessible Yoga Online
· Accessible Yoga Directory – professional listing of teachers and organizations (in development)
· Accessible Yoga Resource Guide - information for specific populations (in development)
