Teacher Training
Restorative Yoga & the Nervous System
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Date: Sunday January 19th
Time: 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: $99
CEUs: 5
Restorative Yoga is a relaxing, supported practice that aims to restore the body’s natural capacity for health. It is a practice of receptivity and introspection versus active practice.
This training will introduce the relationship between restorative yoga and the impact on the nervous system. Using supported yoga postures the intention is to repattern the nervous system and gently stimulate different organs and parts of the body.
Through active conversation and practice, you will gain insight into the following:
- Foundational Restorative Postures
- Overview of Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System
- Benefits of Restorative Yoga to the overall health of the body
Please wear comfortable clothing.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
For over a decade, Simply Power Yoga has supported students along their paths of becoming yoga teachers, leaders within the community and discovering their own personal practices. Whether you are looking to deepen your practice, teach professionally or uplevel your leadership skills our programs have been created to support your journey. Through the study of the Western and Eastern Yoga Philosophy you will gain insight into the world of movement, meditation and breath. The program focuses on the functional approach to yoga to meet every body's practice. The intention of Simply Power Yoga's programs are to create experiences for local communities that include different perspectives, education and wisdom from the global world of yoga.
Programs are facilitated and led by 500 Hour Yoga Alliance Registered Educators.
All applications for programs must be received 2 weeks prior to start date.
Foundational 200 Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Teacher Training
Weekend Warrior - SPY Youngstown
September-November 2025: September 12-14th; October 4-5th; March 18-19th; November 14-16th.
300 Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Teacher Training Program
300 Teacher Training Modules and Programs - Three Year Completion
Sequencing & Transitioning
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke & Juli Heemer
Date: July 26-27th, 2025
Essential Language & Assisting
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Date: October 25-26, 2025
Trauma Sensitive Yoga Training Program
Module 1: Embodied Safety
Facilitator: Jenna Meek
Date: August 2-3rd,2025
Module 2: Restoring Rhythm and Resilience
Facilitator: Jenna Meek
Date: September 27-28th, 2025
Refund Policy: Simply Power Yoga does not issue refunds on trainings, programs or continuing education courses once payment is received and course materials have been distributed. -
200 YOGA ALLIANCE APPROVED TEACHER/LEADER PROGRAM
Weekend Warrior Trainings
Youngstown, Ohio
September-November 2025
Contact for program details/pricing : krzavoral@gmail.com
In-Studio Weekend Sessions: September-November 2025: September 12-14th, October 4-5th, October 18-19th, November 14-16th
- Weekend 1 & 4 Friday 6-9:00pm; Saturday 9:00-7:00pm; Sunday 9:00-6:00pm
- Weekend 2 & 3 Saturday 9:00-6:00pm, Sunday 9:00-6:00pm
- Virtual Call Thursday October 2nd, October 16th; 6:30-8:00pm
- Practice Teaching TBA
- 20 Hour on-line Anatomy Course
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
The 200 Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Teacher Training and Leadership Program is the foundational program of Simply Power Yoga and is accessible to all levels. If you are interested in becoming a teacher, this program will give you the tools to create and lead classes/programs. On a personal level, you will discover tools to transform your physical practice and create a more balanced life. If you are in the corporate world, this program will give you the tools to uplevel your leadership skills.
The program combines science, anatomy, yoga philosophy and different disciplines/methodologies of yoga to give you an understanding of the foundations of movement, meditation and self-inquiry. The program focuses on the functional approach of the practice so every pose can be adapted to meet students where they are in their own bodies. Through the study of Western and Eastern Yoga Philosophy you will gain insights on how this ancient practice relates to your present day life. You will learn tools to become a more effective leader and how the practice of yoga can support the wholeness of human beings both on and off their mats.
PRACTICE SESSIONS:
- All practice teaching/discussion sessions are non-heated.
- You will have the option to attend a variety of heated and non-heated classes during the week to gain a better understanding of the application of yoga methodology as it applies to different styles of practices.
CERTIFICATION
Certification will be issued upon completion of program requirements.
Yoga For Athletics
In this training learn how to support athletes with yoga, meditation, breath practices and relaxation techniques. As a facilitator, it is important to understand how yoga complements mental and physical training of athletes. Through yoga postures, meditation, breath practices and relaxation techniques you will gain skills to support all levels of athletes from youth to adults.
You will learn how to facilitate and teach
- poses to increase stability, balance, range of motion and flexibility, especially in the hips.
- techniques to enhance physical and mental endurance for athletes, while lowering recovery time and risk of injury
- sport-specific core strength
- ways to incorporate yoga's approach to mind-body integration in both training and competition.
Yoga For Athletes
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Date: 2022 TBA
Saturday 12:00-5:00pm; Sunday 12:00-5:00pm
Cost $199
200 RYT TEEN TEACHER/LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM
10TH-12TH GRADE
For more information on program details, pricing and application, email Kelly Ross at fryross@gmail.com.
Program Description
The 200 RYT Teacher Training Program for Teens is a path of Leadership and Service. The expectations of our youth are more demanding than ever before and there are very few moments of pause. In this program you will learn how to create balance through movement, breathing and relaxation techniques to better serve yourself and others. Through the exploration of yoga philosophies, meditation and the physical practice, you will discover your voice. You will learn life skills and self-care that you can put into action right now and as you move forward into your life.
Program Results
- Tools to lead, sequence and create a 45 & 60 minutes of all levels of yoga classes
- Understanding of Yoga Philosophies and History
- Anatomy and alignment for yoga postures
- The Subtle Body (Chakras)
- Prayanama Workshop
- Yin and restorative training
- Meditation Workshop and Introduction to Yoga Nidra
- Understanding hands on teaching with physical assists
- Self-care tools
No previous yoga experience required. The program is by acceptance only.
Certification Requirements
- Certification will be issued once program and community service hours are complete, all essays are turned in and presentations and live class evaluations are complete.
- Students have up to 4 months after last weekend of program to complete missed assignments, practice hours and program hours. If attending from out of town, documented practice and community service hours are required.
Tuition for Program
- Details for tuition and payment plans email fryross@gmail.com
- Unlimited Yoga during Teacher Training
- Payment plans available
Trauma Sensitive Yoga Training: 1 of 3 Trainings
Date: August 5-6th, 2023
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Time: Saturday and Sunday 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: $199
Facilitator: Jenna Meek
CEUs - 10
Join Jenna for a two-day immersive experience on how to incorporate Trauma-Sensitive Yoga principles into your yoga practice. In this workshop, we will explore different approaches to TSY, discuss the history of trauma, prevalence, different patterns of trauma-sensitive yoga from yoga therapy, and explore principles and techniques to make yoga classes more sensitive to the mental health needs of all students. This course is the introductory training in a 3-part series.
200 YOGA ALLIANCE APPROVED SUMMER INTENSIVE YOGA TEACHER/LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
For program details and pricing, email juli@simplypoweryoga.com.
The 200 Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Teacher Training and Leadership Program is the foundational program of Simply Power Yoga and is accessible to all levels. If you are interested in becoming a teacher, this program will give you the tools to create and lead classes/programs. On a personal level, you will discover tools to transform your physical practice and create a more balanced life.
The program combines science, anatomy, yoga philosophy and different disciplines/methodologies of yoga to give you an understanding of the foundations of movement, meditation and self-inquiry. You will gain insights to the physical practice as well as the foundation of who you are through an in depth study of yoga history/philosophy and how it relates to your present day life. You will learn tools to become a more effective leader and how the practice of yoga can support the wholeness of human beings both on and off their mats.
On-Line Training Requirements and Practice Hours:
- 20 Hour Anatomy Course
- 20 Practice Hours Required
PRACTICE SESSIONS:
- All practice teaching/discussion sessions are non-heated.
- You will have the option to attend a variety of heated and non-heated classes during the week to gain a better understanding of the application of yoga methodology as it applies to different styles of practices.
CERTIFICATION
Certification will be issued upon completion of program requirements.
MENTORING PROGRAM
The Mentoring Program was created for teachers who are already 200 Hour Certified and are interested in:
- updating their teaching
- working towards being part of the Simply Power Yoga team
Time Commitment
The Mentoring Program is integrated into the current 200 RYT Teacher Training Program at Simply Power Yoga. You will be required to particpate in pose breakdowns, practice teaching and special workshops.
Please check the teacher training dates of the location you are interested in attending the program.
300 RYT Program
The hours from the Mentoring Program can be applied towards Simply Power Yoga's 300 Hour Program.
Investment
- $1,200
How do you begin this amazing journey?
- If you are interested in participating in the Mentoring Program, email juli@simplypoweryoga.com for details on cost and process.
Art of Leadership & Facilitation
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Cost: $1,400
Dates: January 19-21st, 2024
Times: Friday 12:00-7:00pm; Saturday 9:00-7:00pm; Sunday 9:00-4:00pm
Program is broken into 3 segments. Each segment will have discussion, interactive exercises, inquiry and movement.
- Mastery of Leadership
- Program Facilitation
- Mastery of Community
This training is for everyone who is interested in upleveling their leadership, facilitation and communication skills in order to better serve their communities and businesses. There is an art to Leadership and the way you put your wisdom into action. Leadership and Facilitation is the number one element to a successful conversation, relationship and business. The way you listen and respond to others is what makes the difference and impacts the behaviors of others. Clear essential languaging simplifies complicated situations. The way you fill the space in a yoga room, professional meeting or just in everyday life can elevate others to reach their full potential.
In this training, you will gain tools to lead others with humility and courage, communicate clearly with simple language, listen without filters, respond without reacting and to interact with the your students, employees and peers.
Mastery of Leadership:
In order to be a leader, you have to first see yourself clearly. You have to be willing to do the work necessary to identify what is holding you back from your own full potential of guiding and serving others.
Mastery of Facilitation:
Decision making is based on the way we listen to others. Facilitation is an art of listening and speaking based on what is really being said versus what you want to hear. The discipline behind facilitation and is your commitment to listening.
Mastery of Communication:
How do you fill the space when you teach a yoga class, present a workshop, hold professional meetings, speak to employees? The Art of Communication is how you speak to others, interact with others, move with others and elevate everyone around you.
Sessions:
Sessions will be non-heated. Morning yoga practices offered will be both heated and non-heated. Evening practice will be non-heated Yin and Restorative.
Functional Anatomy and Movement
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Date: TBA
Time: Saturday & Sunday 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: $199
Module Description
Functional Anatomy and Movement
This module is about understanding the functional anatomy of the body both on a physical level and on a cellular level.
Functional anatomy will break down how the body moves not only through yoga postures but through everyday life. Through hands-on learning, discussion and group work the following key elements will be covered:
- Review of the body's framework (bones) & what moves the framework (muscles)
- Inner Cellular Anatomy - The framework of connective tissue
- Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine - Basis of functional movement
- What those movements look like (yoga, sitting all day, standing at work, etc.)
Practice clothes, journal and pen required
Session open to public - prerequisite 200 Register Yoga Teacher
CEUs 10
Sequencing & Transitioning for Functional Movement
Registation opening soon!
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke & Juli Heemer
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Date: July 26-27th, 2025
Time: Saturday & Sunday 12:00-5:00
Cost: $199
CEUs: 10
The Functional Approach to Yoga is based on how a posture feels in someone's unique body versus the aesthetics of how the posture looks. Everyone's body has a unique way of moving based on their bones, muscles, organs, glands as well as how the mind perceives the practice. Functional Movement is how all the systems of the body work as one without judgment. When the layers of the body are integrated in a safe and efficient way an individual's body can move with freedom. This training will utilize the skills you have discovered through teaching and your own practice to support students to reach their physical potential in every posture and sequence. Sequencing and transitioning is an art. You will learn how to apply functional anatomy and movement to sequence a class to make the whole body feel complete.
- You will break down functional movement, target areas of each posture and and how the body moves within each posture.
- You will learn intentional and safe transitions so the your students can flow from one pose to the next.
- You will understand the why behind what you are creating so your flow can be powerful, fun and purposeful.
Yin Yoga
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Date: April 5-6th, 2025
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Time: Saturday and Sunday 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: $199
Facilitator: Jenna Meek
CEUs - 10
Discover the quiet and powerful world of yin yoga. This training will give you an understanding of the techniques and principlies of yin yoga, including an overview of the Chinese Medicine Meridian System and the science of stretch. Whether you are wanting to teach or deepen your personal practice, you will gain a strong foundation in how to sequence a yin yoga practice to transform your connective tissues and quiet your mind.
ADVANCED TEACHING & ESSENTIAL CUING
Register here
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Date: 2023 TBA
Cost: $199
This course is will take your teaching and awareness of physical body to the next level. The course is designed to give you tools to use your words, hands and advance teaching techniques to guide a students body into a place of stabilization and centering.
Day 1 - Guiding with Words: Will focus on the spacial elements of the body in relation to physical cues in support of the physical alignment of the students body.
Day 2 - Guiding without Words: Will take you beyond the directional and supportative hands on assists of standing and seated postures. Not only will you learn how to guide students to deepen their physical practice, you will also gain a deeper knowledge of your own physical body.
In this course you will learn:
- Essential cues techniques and tools in relation to the spacial elements of the physical body
- Essentual breath cues
- How the spine articulates with movements of poses
- Safe and effective assists to stablize and center a students body within a yoga posture
- Review of major bones and muscles that support and stabilize yoga postures
Simply Power Yoga Teacher Training Program Testimonials
Simply Power Yoga offers professional Teacher Trainings, Leadership Programs and Continuing Education Courses. The programs utilize different points of views from professional organizations and world known teachers/leaders to ensure the materials being presented are of the highest quality. Through various service opportunites and facilitation techniques you will gain knowledge and wisdom to apply yoga to real life experiences.
Trauma Sensitive Training Program - 2 Modules
Facilitator: Jenna Meek
Dates:
Module 1: Embodied Safety August; 2-3rd, 2025
Module 2: Restoring Rhythm and Resilience September; 27-28th, 2025
Times: Saturday and Sunday, 9:30-5:00pm
Training Cost: $599/20 CEUs - Register here
Individual Module Cost: $349 - Register here
The Trauma Sensitive Training Program consists of 2 weekend trainings. The trainings are open to 200 Hour Registered Yoga Teachers and/or Licensed Professionals. In order to complete the training, all modules must be completed in order. The trainings will be facilitated by Jenna Meek.
Module 1 of 2: Emobied Safety
Date: August 2-3rd, 2025
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Prerequisite: 200 YTT
Time: Saturday and Sunday 9:30-5:00pm
In this two-day immersive experience, you will learn the importance of incorporating Trauma-Sensitie Yoga (TSY) principles into your classes. We will discuss the history of trauma-informed care, the prevalence of trauma, and different patterns of trauma, including PTSD, Complex and Developmental Trauma, and how prologned stress impacts our brain and perceptions as well as our physical health. Drawing on the Polyvagal Theory and other contemporary models of nervous system regulation, we'll explore what happens to the brain and organs when we experience shock or prolonged stress, and what that might look like in our classrooms and communities. You will experience evidence-based strategies for restoring a sense of safety and social engagement, including different styles of meditation and mindfulness practices. We'll also distinguish trauma-informed and trauma sensitive yoga from yoga therapy, and apply principles and techniques to make your classes more sensitive to the mental health needs of all students. This is the introductory course in a two-part series. Participation in this training is a prerequisite to module two.
Module 2 of 2: Restoring Rhythm & Resilience
Prequisite - Module 1
Date: September 27-28th, 2025
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Prerequisite: 200 YTT, Module 1
Time: Saturday and Sunday 9:30-5:00pm
The experience of trauma can impact an individual's ability to attune to their body's internal messages resulting in lack of self-regulation and feelings of helplessness. Yoga is shown to empower trauma-survivors by helping them reconnect with these sensations and take effective action in caring for themselves on and off the mat. In this two-day workshop, you'll learn how to guide students to notice and navigate a broader range of sensations and foster resilience. We'll also discuss the effects of trauma across the lifespan and effective strategies for designing trauma-sensitive classes for different age groups. You will experience and develop your own trauma-sensitive yoga sequences that integrate the grounding practices from module 1 with yoga poses taught in a typical class. The focus will be on teaching to sensation versus appearance, as well as, how to anchor the body and joints in safety to encourage rhythm and resilience.
300 YOGA ALLIANCE APPROVED TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM
FOR PROGRAM DETAILS AND PRICING EMAIL JULI@SIMPLYPOWERYOGA.COM
The next level 300 hour teaching intensive core curriculum is based on the science of functional yoga anatomy, high level teaching/facilitation techniques and advanced methods of supporting a student's overall health. In this program, you will gain tools to organize the physical and emotional body in an intentional and intelligent manner to better serve every population of students. You will discover how to live every day with intention through your leading, teaching, practicing, listening and speaking.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
The 300 Hour Program will flow from one module right into the next creating an experience that will give you the ability to process and absorb advance topics on the body and mind. There is no deposit required to attend the 300 Hour Program and you have up to 3 to complete the program. You will pay as you go for the courses.
The 300 hour program consists of 11 Modules and independent projects. The Program begins with the Art of Leadership and Facilitation Module.
Modules include 8 in-house modules at SPY Cincinnati which will be held every 3 months, one outside training of your choice (must be 20 hours), 20 Hours in 200 Hour Teacher Training with pose break downs/practice teaching/specialty workshops.
Thee Year Completion:
Program must be completed in three years.
Times:
- Art of Leadership & Facilitation Module Friday 12:00-7:00pm, Saturday 9:00-7:00pm; Sunday 9:00-4:00pm
- All other weekend Modules Times: Saturday 12:00-5:00pm; Sunday 12:00-5:00pm.
- 200 Hour Teacher Training, times will vary based upon training schedule.
Other required independ projects:
You will be responsible in completing 3 outside independent projects for certification.
Required Modules for 2024
Leader and Faciliation
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Date: January 19-21st, 2024
Functional Anatomy
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
Date: April 27-28th, 2024
Pranayama
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke & Dennis Fox
Date: July 13-14th, 2024
Meditation & Subtle Body
Facilitator: Kelly Ross
Date: October 12-13th,2024
Required Modules for 2025
Restorative Yoga & Nervous System
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke
January 18-19th, 2025
Yin Training
Facilitator: Jenna Meek
April 5-6th, 2025
Sequencing & Transitioning
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke & Juli Heemer
July 26-27th, 2025
Assisting & Essential Cuing
Facilitator: Heidi Fricke & Juli Heemer
October 25-26th, 2025
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND THIS PROGRAM:
This program is for anyone who has successfully completed a 200 RYT Program. The program is by acceptance only. Upon successful completion of the 300 Hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training program, graduates will be eligible to register with Yoga Alliance at the RYT-500 level.
*Certification will not be given until program is paid in full, program modules and course work are complete.
PRANAYAMA Training
Facilitator: Dennis Fox
Location: SPY Cincinnati
Date: July 14th, 2024
Time: Sunday 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: $99
CEUs: 5
Pranayama will cover breathing breathing practices and techniques, a breath-focused restorative practice, and a breath-focused exploration through movement of a teacher-led yoga practice. The promise of this weekend is teachers will have experience leading meditation practices and will have the knowledge to lead students in a breath-focused yoga practice.
Heidi Fricke, Founder Simply Power Yoga
200 E-RYT; Primary 500 E-RYT
I have been teaching yoga and other forms of fitness for over 20 years. Prior to yoga, I worked in the financial markets of corporate America. Life in corporate America was 7 days a week, 18 hours a day without pause. Once I had children, I wanted to change direction and step into a world that I could be with my children, have a healthy lifestyle and discover my purpose in this world. I wanted to make a difference by sharing the things I loved most; family, community and healthy living.
Through many marathons as well as watching my own mother struggle with MS, I started to realize the systems of the body and mind needed moments of recovery, strengthening and stability outside the normal routines. I discovered yoga in 2004 and my whole way of being shifted. From that point, I wanted to discover everything I could about yoga, meditation, anatomy, breath and how they supported the body and mind.
Training Biography:
- Over 4,000 hours of Yoga Alliance Approved training hours
- YogaFit Level 3 Certification
- Baptiste Yoga - Tier 3 Certified, Completed Level 1,2,3 and FIT to LEAD Graduate, Assisted Multiple Programs for Baptiste Institute
- 100 Hour Anusara Immersion with Sianna Sherman
- Participated in multiple trainings with Global Yoga Leaders/Teachers
- Yin Yoga Training
- Embodied Yoga Pranayama Teacher Training
- Pranayama 60 Hour Training
- Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TSY)
- YACEP Certified
- 200 Yoga Alliance Approved Embodied Yoga Teacher Training
- Currently in 500 Hour Yoga Medicine Teacher Training Program
- Reiki Level 2 Certified
- Barre Certified
- REAL Ryder Certified
Teaching Biography:
- Over 9,000 Yoga Alliance Approved teaching hours
- Primary Facilitator and Leader of Teacher Training Programs for since 2011; programs include both Adult and Teen Teacher Training Programs.
- Facilitated Unstoppable Training for Baptiste Yoga
- Create content for multiple programs
- Created Youth Programs for Teens and At Risk Youth in Ohio
- Facilitate Retreats, Workshops and All-Day Immersions
- Volunteer at Juvenile Detention Centers in Ohio, Youth Rehabilitation Centers since 2014; part of the Bethany Homeless Shelter team for 3 years.
- Presenter at Wanderlust in Lake Tahoe, 2014
- Woman of Influence, 2015
- Legacy Lululemon Ambassador, 2013-2016
Meditation Training
Facilitator: Kelly Ross
Cost: $99
Date: October 13th, 2024
Time 12:00-5:00pm
CEUs: 5
This workshop is designed for current yoga teachers to further develop a personal practice as well as facilitate and lead others in meditation. We will focus on how the connection to breath and the practice of stillness gives us access and insight of how we interpret our experiences by noticing patterns of thoughts and behaviors. I hope to leave you with a better understanding of how meditation fits into the 8 limbs of yoga and how the practice can be integrated into your daily life.
Pre-requisite: 200 Hour Teacher Certificate
Dennis Fox
200 E-RYT; 500 RYT
Juli Heemer
Teaching Hours: 3,180
Training Hours: 2,705
200 E-RYT, 500 E-RYT, YACEP, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Reiki I, Barre Certified
I began teaching at Simply Power Yoga in October, 2011, started co-facilitating the 200RYT Teacher Training programs in the Fall of 2014 and completed my 300 RYT in 2017. I am one of the primary facilitators of the 200 RYT programs and as part of the 300RYT Team, I currently co-facilitate the Anatomy 101 and the Sequencing/Transitioning modules. I have lead Assisting 101 workshops, Inversion Workshops, Inversion 101 Courses, and the Baptiste 40 days program. Through Simply Power Yoga, I volunteer at the Warren County Juvenile Detention Center and teach/assist at the Annual SPY Nemacolin Woodlands Yoga Retreats. I have also been part of the SPY team to teach yoga at the Bethany House and at Loveland High School with Special Education.
I recently completed a 20-hour Yoga Anatomy Course, Trauma Sensitive Training and Street Yoga Training. I am interested in working on receiving additional training in the area of Yoga for Chronic Pain.
Herman Ranpuria
Annette Richey
Teaching Hours: 1,500
200 E-RYT, 500 RYT, YACEP, Trauma Sensitive Yoga
I’ve been practicing yoga since 2011 and it has been one of the greatest gifts of my life. As someone who has always gravitated toward teaching, I immediately had the desire to share what I was experiencing and receiving from yoga with others. I completed my 200 RYT training in 2014 and my 300 RYT training in 2017. Since then I’ve had the privilege of teaching over 1500 hours of yoga to students of all ability and experience levels in both public and private classes.
In January 2017 I helped create Simply Power Yoga’s “Yoga 101” workshops, which have since become Yoga 101 classes that are offered every week at SPY.
In April 2017 I began working with several elite gymnasts and have since worked with hundreds of elite, competitive and recreational gymnasts from all over the United States, parts of Canada and the UK. I’m currently working with teen gymnasts in partnership with USA Gymnastics incorporating yoga, meditation and relaxation techniques into their stressful and intense training schedules.
In October 2017 I participated in a ‘Yoga for Seniors’ training and began working with senior citizens, helping them improve their strength, balance and mental focus.
I’ve had the unique opportunity to volunteer with the youth at the Warren County Juvenile Detention center, helping them experience the difference yoga can make in their lives.
In addition to Yoga for Seniors, I’ve participated in trainings for Yin Yoga, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Yoga for Anatomy/Breath and Assisting. I continually seek out books, online resources, and podcasts offered by experts in the fields of breath, meditation, anatomy, specialty yoga, restorative yoga and more.
For the last several years I’ve contributed to the 200 and 300 RYT trainings at Simply Power Yoga, facilitating practice teaching, Yoga History/Philosophy and Sequencing/Transitioning sessions. I also participate on the teaching/assisting team at the annual Nemacolin Woodlands Resort yoga retreat and am currently facilitating Baron Baptiste’s 40 Days to Personal Revolution program.
Kelly Ross
200 E-RYT; 500 RYT