From a deep dive into ancient history to today’s quest for true justice, diversity and inclusivity in yoga, from six internationally renowned teachers.
The British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) launches its new national online events program focused on Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness, a powerful workshop offering a toolkit of practical steps to celebrate and strengthen inclusion in yoga.
The bespoke session, hosted online via Zoom on January 26, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:30pm, will be led by Josetta, a passionate advocate for bringing yoga to underrepresented communities. Through Josetta’s extensive EDI training, consulting, PHD research and lived experience, participants will benefit from using EDI informed language to create and nurture more inclusive yoga spaces.
Further sessions in 2023 will be led by Bhaskarji Ramachandran, who will decipher the ancient text of the Bhagavad Gita; academic Graham Burns, who will take us on a historic journey through yoga; renowned Ashtanga teacher and author Gregor Maehle, who will lead a session on tantric meditation; and well-loved Devon teacher Bill Wood, who will speak about one of his greatest influences, Scaravelli. Also joining BWY is Donna Noble who will explore Body Positive Yoga and teach us to embrace the skin we are in.
Each session costs £20 including a recording. Members can participate for free as a member benefit.
Diana O’Reilly, Chair of BWY, said: “We are pleased and honored to be able to offer our members and the wider community these inspiring and highly informative sessions. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn about yoga’s rich history, its unique styles, and how we can connect with new communities to make yoga more accessible to all.”
About BWY
British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) is committed to promoting a better understanding of yoga and its safe practice through experience, education, study and training. BWY serves yoga teachers and BWY members across the UK and is at the forefront of developing quality yoga teacher training and continuous professional development. BWY is a registered charity established in 1965 and recognized by Sport England as the national governing body for yoga in England and Wales.
