Teaching Taiji

Daoist Principles in Practice
Mia practices and teaches taiji using the system taught by Patrick Kelly. This taiji system is an intelligent synthesis of the three great esoteric streams of Daoism/Buddhism, Gnosticism/Sufism, and Yogic internal work as studied by Patrick for over 50 years and synthesized with the approval of his teachers. Mia was raised practicing martial arts and has studied with Patrick Kelly and his senior teachers since 2016.

Mia teaches a Beginner Series from Jan - April, 2023 in Uptown, Chicago. Learn more about the class here.​

I LOVE TEACHING YOGA
I also love teaching private  clients and smaller group classes
in order to offer personalized attention. My classes are friendly, fun, and deep.

In person classes at First Ascent Uptown

Join me for a slow flow yoga class filled with mindful, connecting breath and yoga nidra. Prices start at $17 and gives you an entire day of unlimited yoga, rock climbing, and access to the gym. It's a wonderful place for fun and health. Learn more here.
Fridays, 9:30-10:30AM
First Ascent Uptown
4718 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 275-1212
Open to everyone, all levels. See you there!

Restorative Yoga Nidra @ Chicago Botanical Garden
In person and online

Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2. one-two PM.

This yoga nidra class is offered both online as a virtual class or on-site as an in-person class.

Breathe deeply while moving and stretching to release tension and balance the body. Then settle into a restorative posture and practice yoga sleep, also known as yoga nidra, a deeply restful meditation where you are verbally lead through deeper stages of consciousness that systematically integrate body, energy, and mind.

Please choose either the on-site or online class attendance option. The online class will be taught via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Learn more here.
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Candlelight Yoga Nidra @ Chicago Botanical Garden
In person and online

Sundays, January 29, February 26, March 26, 7-8PM​

Breathe deeply while moving and stretching to release tension and balance the body in a space lit by candles. Then, settle into a restorative posture and practice yoga sleep, also known as yoga nidra, a deeply restful meditation where you are verbally led through deeper stages of consciousness that systematically integrate body, energy, and mind. Bring your yoga mat and relax in a candlelit space. Learn more here.
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Learn to Teach Yoga Nidra: The Practice of Conscious Relaxation
A 30-Hour Hybrid Training at Bloom Yoga Studio

May 12 - 14 and  19 - 21, 2023
Fridays 6:00 - 8:30pm
Saturdays 11:00am - 1:00pm, 3:00 - 6:00pm
Sundays 11:00am - 1:00pm, 3:00 - 6:00pm
10 program sessions, 30 CEU hours with 25 live hours and 5 homework hours​
HYBRID FORMAT: This training is available as in-person, hybrid, 100% virtual or recorded. All sessions will be hosted at Bloom Yoga Studio, 4663 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60625 or may be accessed via Zoom. All sessions will be available as recordings accessible until July 31, 2023.

An In-Demand Specialty
Yoga Nidra is a research-backed, in-demand specialty offered in yoga studios, meditation apps, mental health settings, hospitals, workplaces, and more. But there's more to the technique than simply reading from a script. In this experiential 30-hour training, you will learn the history and origins of Yoga Nidra, practice the key techniques from four different Nidra systems, prepare scripts, and hone your skills with teaching practice and feedback.

Learn to lead Yoga Nidra​
Learn to safely and confidently teach Yoga Nidra - the "yoga of sleep" - a simple yet potent technique. The practitioner is led, or leads themselves, into progressively deeper states of consciousness by systematically quieting the nervous system. This deeply restorative practice is said to be the origin of hypnosis.

Yoga Nidra can be used for healing, relaxation, and to cultivate meditative insight. Clinical studies have affirmed its many health benefits, including the relief of insomnia, anxiety, and PTSD symptom

Who is this training for? 
You don't need to be a yoga teacher to lead Yoga Nidra. It is a helpful addition to the therapeutic toolkit of any wellness practitioner. Yoga Nidra can be taught as a stand alone practice or as part of a complete yoga practice to anyone. Bring this powerful technique of deep relaxation to your clients and yoga students for an enriching experience.

Prior experience teaching group experiences or working therapeutically with individuals is strongly suggested. This training is best suited for dedicated students who try first to find answers before asking, who want to understand the depth of conscious relaxation, and who prioritize their learning over teaching.

PRICING
Standard pricing for the full 30 hour training is $699. Save $50 if registered before May 1, 2023.  Payment plan is available upon request. Scholarships available. For more information, see here.

may, 2023: yoga nidra teacher training @ bloom yoga

 AMPLIFY VOICES OF THE GLOBAL MAJORITY @ KRIPALU

I was honored to be a part of this online workshop and lecture with the amazing Raudhah Rahman. .Watch our event for free, click here on the date March 17, Learn more here and read my blog about this here.

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