In this episode, I am so excited to be joined by Thomas and Tamsin Sheehy, owners of The Shala Cape Town Yoga School. As South Africa is still in Level 3 Lockdown due to COVID-19; many yoga studios have been closed for 3 months with uncertainty of when they can safely open their doors again. 

This episode brings a studios perspective on the impact of lockdown on the yoga industry, how to navigate teaching online yoga classes as well as some useful tips from Thomas and Tamsin.

Find out more about The Shala

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Connect with Thomas

Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

Today, I am joined by Ashnee Mathen and Pranya Naidoo from Satya Yoga & Wellness. "Satya" in Sanskrit means “Truthfulness”. Satya is a story of two peaceful yet open minded souls, coming together to share their own truths, to help and guide others in finding theirs. With a passion for the mind, the body and the soul, both Pranya and Ashnee have crafted their skills as yoga teachers, to share the joy, the beauty and the truth of the practice.

In this episode we explore their offerings of wellness consulting which incorporates holistic elements of self care through mindfulness practises like meditation and breath-work, nutrition, dance and yoga. We cover the topic of Kids Yoga as well as Yoga in the Workplace.

Find out more about Satya Yoga & Wellness

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Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

In this episode, we are excited to have Andrea White join us as we address all aspects of Well Woman Yoiga.  Andrea is a Well Woman Yoga Therapist and Menstruality Leader. Her teachings focuses on cyclical living, self acceptance and empowering women of all ages. She teaches classes, workshops, courses and retreats in Well woman yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Postnatal & Baby Yoga, Menstruality, Cycle Awareness, Self-Care and Female Empowerment. 

"My passion is to empower and support others to connect with their own inner wisdom, find their own personal healing journey and inner power. Using compassion, creativity and authenticity, I aspire to help you create nurturing awareness to yourself and your life."

In this episode we explore Yoga for Menstruation, Tips for Yoga Teachers as well as the importance of understanding our cycles in yoga.

Find out more about Andrea 

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Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

Organisations to Support:

• Ndifuna Ukwazi

Find out more about the Black Lives Matter Movement

BLM South Africa Educational Resources

Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

Welcome back to Season 3 of the Yoga South Africa podcast! We are so excited to kick off the new season with an interesting episode with Diego and Maria from Inner Wellness Studio in Durban. In this episode we explore the basics of Ayurveda, its connection to yoga as well as practical tools to integrate the two into your lifestyle.

The Inner Wellness teaching methodology emphasizes mindfulness in breath and movement. They emphasize an alignment based approach for asanas to progressively prepare the body for the breathing practice of pranayama.  They integrate a holistic nutritional approach as taught by Ayurveda, the health and lifestyle science developed by ancient sages of the East, proven to be highly beneficial for a balanced and sustained Yoga practice. Lead teacher, Diego Baldi, is a qualified teacher of Iyengar Yoga and Kundalini Yoga & Meditation.

Find out more about Inner Wellness Studio

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Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

The final episode of Season 2 of the Yoga South Africa podcast! Thanks so much to all who have tuned in weekly. We are looking forward to a much deserved break and will be back in a month with new content! This final episode came as a request through our Instagram and it made us realize how little information is available when wanting to know more about trainings. For those who are interested in starting their Yoga Teaching journey, this is the podcast for you!

In this episode we wanted to relook at the topic of Yoga Teacher Trainings. We cover the types of trainings, levels of Yoga Alliance accreditation as well as some important aspects to look at before you commit to a training. This episode is an overview of things to think about. If you are needing more guidance with regards to training in your area specifically, please email Tarryn on [email protected] and she will be more than happy to help!

Find Yoga Teacher Trainings in South Africa HERE

Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

The intention for this podcast is to give a voice from the children regarding lockdown during the Covid19 pandemic. While there are a lot of voices and opinions currently being circulated, there are very few from children. We would like to give the Earthchildren a platform to share their experiences and their ideas. 

In addition to this, a lot of messages on social media about the impact of lockdown are showing the experience of relatively privileged people who are able to use this time productively, working from home and spending time with their families. The truth is that there are a lot of people in South Africa who are experiencing a very different side to the lockdown right now. 

Find out more about The Earthchild Project

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Donate to ECP

Thanks to the children who contributed to this podcast:

Anelisa Ngedezi, 13 years old

Othembele Dyantyi, 11 years old

Anathi Phithi, 18 years old

Phumela, Grade 7

Liam Rhoda, 15 years old

Hannah Elliot, 13 years old

Claumi, 17 years old

Gwiba Masiki, 13 years old

Hlumisa Ndzane, 10 years old

Ayabulela Mata, 9 years old

And to the founder; Janna Kretzmar, manager; Carly Appleby and all the incredible facilitators of ECP; Linci, Xoli, Noks, Athi, Mahle!

Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

We are so excited to bring you an episode with a powerful couple who are offering Incredible Tools to our Yoga Community. Victor O'Boyle is a 500hour French-American Yoga Instructor who made his way to South Africa after falling in love with local Holistic Wellness Professional Bianca Cassingena. Bianca is a Hypnotherapist (non medical), BodyTalk practitioner, Reiki facilitator and LifePrint analyst

Together, they have been hosting local and international retreats since 2018. Bringing together their expertise in Yoga, Meditation, Healing Tools and much more!

In this episode, we explore their Online Offerings in various Healing Modalities as well as how you can incorporate various tools in coping with Lockdown!

Find out more about Bianca

Find out more about Victor

Bianca's Self-Mastery Program

Victor's Transcending Layers Program

Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

In the last few weeks, we have seen a surge in online yoga offerings. Although we are loving all the online resources that have come available, navigating this new online space has its challenges for both teachers and practitioners. In this episode, Tarryn explores 3 main challenges when taking your practice (or service) online as well as shares her own tips to make your online offerings stand out!

This episode is specifically created for yoga teachers or holistic practitioners who are wanting to teach and consult online. Let us help you create a strong online presence for your newly virtual business!

Have any questions? Feel free to message or connect with Tarryn on [email protected] :)

Find out more about the Online Social Media and Marketing Course

Practice Tarryn's Online Classes

Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James

Coming to you from our homes, Tarryn and Christi connect over Skype to bring you valuable tips to Cultivating Happiness during Lockdown! Christi Wasserman is a 500hour Yoga Instructor, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach as well as the Founder of Hello Happiest.

In this episode we explore 6 steps to Cultivating Happiness:

1. Morning Routine + Mini Meditation (Check out apps Insight / Calm)

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Music produced by Dan Schultz https://soundcloud.com/itsdanschultz / [email protected]. Vocals: Tarryn James