Show Notes
“There's almost never a singular way in a pose that we're going deep into, that I'm trying to get everyone to do…there's this range, you have to play within this range and figure out which one doesn't work and which one does work best.” – Jason Crandell
Each student is an expert in their own body and lived experience. By collaborating with students with a focus on outcomes over strict techniques, we can empower students to find what works best for their bodies.
In this podcast episode, Jivana talks with guest, Jason Crandell, about the complexity of the human experience and the universal essence of yoga practice. Together they offer advice for yoga teachers working with diverse populations and delve into the depths of yoga philosophy, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and community.
Topics include:
Technique as a tool, not an end goal
The equanimous experience of yoga
Instructional language vs. invitational language
Inclusive teaching practices and methodology
Patience and compassion as a yoga teacher
Acknowledging individual differences and challenges, both physical and emotional
Challenging the notion of a "normative" experience
Check out Jivana’s new book, The Teacher’s Guide to Accessible Yoga, and get more information about the book on his website.
Connect with Jivana:
www.jivanaheyman.com | @jivanaheyman | facebook.com/jivanaheyman
Jason Crandell (he/him) is a teacher by nature and author with more than 20 years of experience. Named “one of the teachers shaping the future of yoga,” by Yoga Journal, Jason has been an in-demand teacher at conferences around the world for more than a decade. Considered a teacher’s teacher, Jason has served as faculty in countless teacher trainings, faculties, leads trainings globally, and regularly presents teacher-training content at esteemed conferences.
Connect with Jason:
jasonyoga.com | @jason_crandell
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