Monthly Archives: June 2023

Federico Blardone – Mind Teaching the Body & Body Teaching the Mind

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Join  this week’s special guest, Federico Blardone. Federico is a talented and passionate yoga teacher from Italy. He combines his knowledge of yoga asana  with vedantic studies to facilitate meaningful yoga practices.

Check out Federico on his website: https://www.federicoyoga.com/
Follow him on Instagram @federico_yoga: https://www.instagram.com/federico_yoga/

During this conversation we covered topics like:

  • What was your first introduction to yoga? 
  • How did you become interested in embodied movement? 
  • The utility of Virabhadrasana & backbending. 
  • The definition of madness in yoga. 
  • Learning and teaching embodied movement classes. 
  • Using the mind to teach the body and the body to teach the mind.
  • Yoga’s role in building character. 
  • Being reasonable and living in the moment. 
  • Knowledge of the body and meditation. 

Federico learnt the traditional way of ashtanga Yoga through the guidance of the great Yogini Eileen Hall.

He shares this discipline focusing on the alignment of the body to understand and optimize introspection and injury prevention.

His Embodied movement Yoga classes are based on understanding the natural body movements and how to integrate them in Yoga asana.

His process of teaching is based on observing progressive patterns, moving from the preliminary lines of the postures towards the big picture represented by the asana.

He has been teaching around the world since 2015 and has taught regularly in Italy, China, India, Switzerland, Mexico, and shares workshops abroad regularly.

You can listen to the full episode for free here: https://nativeyogacenter.buzzsprout.com

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Native Yoga Teacher Training – In Studio and Livestream – for info delivered to your email click this link here: https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/native-yoga-teacher-training-2023/

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New Student Livestream Special ~ Try 2 Weeks of Free Unlimited Livestream Yoga Classes  at Native Yoga Center. Sign into the classes you would like to take and you will receive an email 30 minutes prior to join on Zoom. The class is recorded and uploaded to nativeyogaonline.com ~ Click Here to join.

Native Yoga website: nativeyogacenter.com
Online Yoga Class Library: nativeyogaonline.com
Thai Massage info: palmbeachthaimassage.com
Native Yoga Blog: toddasanayoga.com
Instagram: @nativeyoga
YouTube channel: Native Yoga Center

Listen to the podcast here on our Podcast website: Native Yoga Toddcast

Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com

Christian Valeriani – EvenFlow Yoga & Thoughts Like Butterflies

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Christian Valeriani is the owner of EvenFlow Yoga in Fair Haven, NJ.  In 2002, Christian experienced a significant life shift through which he was introduced to the practice. Three years later, he hung up his corporate hat to serve others by way of teaching yoga. Since then, Christian has taught over 15,000 hours of yoga, is a highly sought after workshop presenter, and directs a Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Training Program. Christian remains the perpetual student and infuses his teaching with a rare balance of charisma and humility. 

Visit him on his website: https://evenflowyoga.com/
And at: https://wisemen.health/
on IG at: @evenflowyogajerseyshore
and on IG at: @the_wisemen_project

During the conversation we speak about:

  • How he got introduced into yoga?
  • Yoga as a workout vs. mindfulness. 
  • How the breath takes on a different personality during meditation. 
  • Hardest challenges as a yoga studio owner.  

You can listen to the full episode for free here: https://nativeyogacenter.buzzsprout.com

Free Grow Your Yoga Live Webinar – Every Thursday at 12pm EST
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Native Yoga Teacher Training – In Studio and Livestream – for info delivered to your email click this link here: https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/native-yoga-teacher-training-2023/

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New Student Livestream Special ~ Try 2 Weeks of Free Unlimited Livestream Yoga Classes  at Native Yoga Center. Sign into the classes you would like to take and you will receive an email 30 minutes prior to join on Zoom. The class is recorded and uploaded to nativeyogaonline.com ~ Click Here to join.

Native Yoga website: nativeyogacenter.com
Online Yoga Class Library: nativeyogaonline.com
Thai Massage info: palmbeachthaimassage.com
Native Yoga Blog: toddasanayoga.com
Instagram: @nativeyoga
YouTube channel: Native Yoga Center

Listen to the podcast here on our Podcast website: Native Yoga Toddcast

Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com

Larisa Vivolo – Facilitating the Shift Toward Acceptance and Positivity

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Episode  119 – Larisa Vivolo – Facilitating the Shift Toward Acceptance and Positivity

Join my special guest Larisa Vivolo. Larisa is a mental health counselor who believes in the individuality, uniqueness, and strength of each person. She is facilitating The Shift Retreat in West Palm Beach and during this podcast she shares her passion for inspiring positivity in her local community. We are excited to announce that Tamara McLaughlin will be leading a yoga class during this retreat.

Visit Larisa on her website: https://larisavivolo.com
Check out The Shift Retreat at: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/theshiftretreat
Follow The Shift Retreat on IG at: @theshiftretreat

During this podcast we discuss:

  • The goal of facilitating The Shift Retreat
  • Current state of mental health in the world. 
  • Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy. 
  • How to remove your own personal experience from your work? 
  • Learning to listen to other people’s perspectives. 
  • What does it mean to have a positive attitude toward body? 
  • The stigma of mental health and medication. 
  • and much more

You can listen to the full episode for free here: https://nativeyogacenter.buzzsprout.com

Free Grow Your Yoga Live Webinar – Every Thursday at 12pm EST
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Native Yoga Teacher Training – In Studio and Livestream – for info delivered to your email click this link here: https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/native-yoga-teacher-training-2023/

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New Student Livestream Special ~ Try 2 Weeks of Free Unlimited Livestream Yoga Classes  at Native Yoga Center. Sign into the classes you would like to take and you will receive an email 30 minutes prior to join on Zoom. The class is recorded and uploaded to nativeyogaonline.com ~ Click Here to join.

Native Yoga website: nativeyogacenter.com
Online Yoga Class Library: nativeyogaonline.com
Thai Massage info: palmbeachthaimassage.com
Native Yoga Blog: toddasanayoga.com
Instagram: @nativeyoga
YouTube channel: Native Yoga Center

Listen to the podcast here on our Podcast website: Native Yoga Toddcast

Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com

Troy Hadeed – Natural Mystic in the Caribbean

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Join my special guest, Troy Hadeed for this special podcast episode titled Natural Mystic in the Caribbean. Learn Troy’s secrets to a developing a successful and inspirational yoga practice. He joins us from the island of Trinidad and shares his passion for yoga and life.

Visit Troy on his website: https://troyhadeed.com
Also find him on instagram @troyhadeed: https://www.instagram.com/troyhadeed/

Some topics we discuss during the conversation:

  • How he decided to become a yogi? 
  • The power of being present in the moment. 
  • Hope creates a space for uncertainty. 
  • How nature has a resonance. 
  • Love doesn’t have to be locked into a box. 
  • Breath as the spirit and God’s love. 


While his Asana practice only began about 15 years ago the underlying teachings of ‘living yoga’ have been a part of his life as long as he can remember. In the last decade he had the honor to further his study, practice, and teaching under the guidance of amazing teachers like Ryan Leier, Seane Corn, Father Joe Pereira (Iyengar Yoga), Baron Baptiste, Srivatsa Ramaswami (Vinyasa Krama), Leslie Kaminoff, Jess Robertson, and Ted Grand…among others. To these teachers, Troy bows in humility and expresses his gratitude.

You can listen to the full episode for free here: https://nativeyogacenter.buzzsprout.com

Free Grow Your Yoga Live Webinar – Every Thursday at 12pm EST
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Native Yoga Teacher Training – In Studio and Livestream – for info delivered to your email click this link here: https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/native-yoga-teacher-training-2023/

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New Student Livestream Special ~ Try 2 Weeks of Free Unlimited Livestream Yoga Classes  at Native Yoga Center. Sign into the classes you would like to take and you will receive an email 30 minutes prior to join on Zoom. The class is recorded and uploaded to nativeyogaonline.com ~ Click Here to join.

Native Yoga website: nativeyogacenter.com
Online Yoga Class Library: nativeyogaonline.com
Thai Massage info: palmbeachthaimassage.com
Native Yoga Blog: toddasanayoga.com
Instagram: @nativeyoga
YouTube channel: Native Yoga Center

Listen to the podcast here on our Podcast website: Native Yoga Toddcast

Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com

Christina Martini – Feeling Content at Shala Santosha Ashtanga

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New podcast with Christina Martini of Shala Santosha Ashtanga & Ayurveda Yoga Holistic Practice available now!

Senior Teacher and Owner, Founder  of  Shala Santosha Ashtanga Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness .  A direct student of Manju Jois, the oldest son of K. Pattabhi Jois, recognised worldwide as the foremost authority on Ashtanga yoga.  Christina has devoted her healing journey to trusting the Traditional Lineage of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and Ayurveda from her mid 20’s to present as not only a way of living but her medicine for optimal health and healing. 

Visit her on her website: https://www.shalasantoshayoga.com
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalasantoshayogamaui/

Topics we speak about during this conversation:

  • Teaching yoga and working as a nurse. 
  • The power of suggestion in teaching. 
  • Looking out for the best interest of your students.
  • How did you get started with Ayurveda and yoga? 
  • Working in palliative care. 

She is honored to be part of a special family being Blessed, Certified, Authorized for All Level of Practice by her Guru Manju Jois which her ongoing lifelong studies and training with him is deep in the approach of Holistic Ashtanga & Ayurveda Yoga Therapy. In addition, Christina honors the knowledge passed onto her by mentorship, guidance, trainings and teachings of other master teachers, David Williams, Nancy Gilgoff, Tim Miller, David Swenson, Maty Ezraty, Ken Harukuma and Jo Ichihara.

Christina enjoyed the path to offering the world a healthier lifestyle and is Certified in Ayurveda Wellness, Perfect Health, Total Wellbeing Educator from Deepak Chopra Center. “ With deep gratitude I bow before ALL the teachers who have paved the path before us With our devotion and dedication as forever students, devoted practitioner, authorized teachers, the practice of yoga itself is the true teacher and to honor the knowledge, teachings, traditions transmitted from teacher to students, Parampara.

Christina’s experiences of 20+ years in Ashtanga Yoga Therapy Self Practice and Teaching have touched many walks of lives including practitioners with acute, chronic illness, pre existing conditions, injuries and post operative recovery. She is highly experienced with conditions from Infertility, Pregnancy, MS, Parkinson, Cancer, Cholesterol, Hypertension, Seizures, Obesity, Insomnia, Cardiovascular, PTSD, Diabetes, Stress Management, Substance and Alcohol cessation and Lifestyle changes. Read some of her Testimonials here. Reviews from her Clients

Christina received her Certified Ayurveda Health Practitioner, Perfect Total Health Education with Deepak Chopra Center , and continuing studies with the Ayurveda Institute for Health & Lifestyle. In addition she has worked 15+years as a licensed nurse and Certified Cancer Patient Health Advocate through Harold P. Freeman Patient Nurse Navigator Institute, holds an active nursing license in California, Hawaii. She remains active in advocacy for excellence in care as a member with the Association Oncology of Nurse Navigation, American College of Lifestyle Medicine, American Holistic Nurses Association,Yoga Alliance Registered School and Educator, Donor to Yoga Gives Back Foundation. Seva to Yoga for Veterans and Yoga for Cancer.

You can listen to the full episode for free here: https://nativeyogacenter.buzzsprout.com

Free Grow Your Yoga Live Webinar – Every Thursday at 12pm EST
➡️ Click here to receive link


Native Yoga Teacher Training – In Studio and Livestream – for info delivered to your email click this link here: https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/native-yoga-teacher-training-2023/

https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/native-yoga-teacher-training-2023/

New Student Livestream Special ~ Try 2 Weeks of Free Unlimited Livestream Yoga Classes  at Native Yoga Center. Sign into the classes you would like to take and you will receive an email 30 minutes prior to join on Zoom. The class is recorded and uploaded to nativeyogaonline.com ~ Click Here to join.

Native Yoga website: nativeyogacenter.com
Online Yoga Class Library: nativeyogaonline.com
Thai Massage info: palmbeachthaimassage.com
Native Yoga Blog: toddasanayoga.com
Instagram: @nativeyoga
YouTube channel: Native Yoga Center

Listen to the podcast here on our Podcast website: Native Yoga Toddcast

Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com