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Community yoga events help to invite relationships and personal development. We believe in fostering personal connection and community throughout our studio, both in-person and online. That’s why we’ve put so much into creating community yoga events that are designed to help you connect with your teachers and other yogis all over the world.
We are currently offering interactive Live Stream workshops and events as well as Community Yoga Events at our Austin studio. Check out the listings below to find our next offering and register. All times listed are in U.S. Central Time.
Self Love Sunday
Free Community Outdoor Yoga | Sundays | Noon
Alyssa Clark
Alyssa loves sharing the joy and power of yoga with anyone at any stage in life or practice. She’s been a practitioner for over a decade and is an RYT 200. As a lifelong lover of learning, she continues to study the science and philosophy of yoga. Alyssa’s Vinyasa classes are fun, creative, and welcoming – and she can guarantee a killer playlist, too.
Join us on the lawn at My Vinyasa Practice for a FREE Community Outdoor Yoga at our local Austin studio every Sunday! Please bring your own mat and any props you may want to incorporate in your practice.
We gather at noon to flow under the Austin sun. Alyssa Clark will lead you through a 60 minute all-levels flow focused on loving and giving gratitude to the most important person in your life – you!
We’re still wearing masks and physically distancing to keep our communities safe. Lavender face masks available on-site.
See you in the oak grove!
Event Details: These events are free to join, but space is limited due to social distancing, so be sure to reserve your spot on the lawn by clicking the link below. Social distancing and masks, even during practice, are strongly encouraged. Please bring your own mask and mat.
Heartfelt Consciousness Podcast
Free Community Offering | Mondays | 6:30PM-7:30PM CDT
Laura Bender
Yoga first made an appearance in Laura’s life several years ago and as an avid runner, she heard yoga could play a huge part in improving her form, mental control, breathing, flexibility and balance. Over the last few years, she discovered that it’s so much more than that. While her practice has helped her grow stronger and more flexible, it has taught her the importance of mindfulness and gratitude. Yoga inspires Laura to shine from her heart and open up her soul, to be her most authentic self. Laura completed her 200 hour Vinyasa training with Omnipresent Yoga and has gone on to complete her 300 hour training with My Vinyasa Practice as well as several other programs in Yin, Yoga Nidra, Mindfulness Meditation, Mindfulness Coaching, Aromatherapy and Restorative Yoga. In addition, being a Reiki Master allows her to bring a holistic aspect to her classes that help balance the body and mind. Laura is currently an E-RYT 200, RYT 500, and YACEP with Yoga Alliance.
Our latest Heartfelt Consciousness Podcast Episode goes LIVE every Monday.
Laura Bender talks with a variety of individuals from fellow yogis, yoga teachers, specialists, and more to share their knowledge and expertise on challenges many of us face today both in and outside of our yoga practice and teachings. Not to mention, the fun and entertaining connections that can happen along the way in our journey!
Check out Laura’s Heartfelt Consciousness Podcast every Monday for something new!
De-Stress & Relax
Free Live Stream Event | Mondays | 6:30PM-7:30PM
Bridget Martin
Bridget Martin is a 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Meditation Teacher. She teaches Vinyasa, Power Yoga, Meditation and Restorative Yoga. Her path to yoga began as a healthy outlet to aid in stress reduction. Bridget is also a wellness blogger and self-care podcast host. When she’s not practicing, you can find her enjoying nature, hiking, or playing with her cat, Oke.
Looking for a safe space to relax and de-stress with the MVP community?
Attend our De-stress meeting with Peer Support Representative and LiveStream Teacher, Bridget, for guided meditation, pranayama practice, and other relaxation techniques. This is a great opportunity to practice self-care and fill-up your cup!
Event Details: This is a free Live Stream Event hosted via Zoom. This event is free, however you must register in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent 30 minutes prior to the event start time.
Integrating Music Workshop
Free Community Offering | April 1st | 7PM – 8PM
Vanisha Weatherspoon
Vanisha is an RYT 500 and native of Killeen, TX. She began her yoga journey when she began taking classes in Austin after making her way there for school/ work. Her love for yoga truly developed when she began law school in Washington, DC. Law students are at heightened risk for alcoholism, drug abuse, anxiety and depression, so she looked to yoga to help her avoid falling victim to one of the former. It was here on her yoga mat where she discovered true happiness and peace, which led her to want to bring this to her law school community, but also others.
Want to learn more about how to integrate music into your classes and personal practice?
Especially when offering this to practitioners, whether in-person or through live stream, there are some points to consider, that Vanisha (RYT500), will be happy to explain and ponder on with you.
Event details: This is a Free Community Offering hosted via Zoom. This offering is free, however you must register in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent 30 minutes prior to the event start time.
vedic astrology reading
Community Live Stream Event | April 3rd | 8AM – 9AM CST
Christine Rodriguez
Christine Rodriguez is an Ashtanga yoga teacher, Vinyasa teacher, Vedic astrologer, and social worker. Christine came to the practice of yoga as a rock climber looking for methods of injury prevention. After her first ashtanga yoga class, it completely took over her life – and the rest is history! Christine has traveled to Mysore, India to study ashtanga yoga with Saraswathi Jois and has devoted countless hours to practice and mentorship under teachers in order to learn the art of adjustments.
In addition, she is a certified Vedic Astrologer and completed her Masters in Social Work from the University of Texas in 2020. Christine believes that healing involves the mental, emotional, and physical body – and that yoga has the capacity to tap into all three. It’s an honor to hold space for class and she is deeply humbled by her students.
Do you ever wonder how the placement of the stars is influencing you or the world at large?
In this monthly offering, you will be provided with a personalized horoscope for each of the 12 zodiac signs as well as a world overview in order to better plan for the month ahead. Vedic astrology is a profound sister science to yoga – that has been utilized by sages and wise men for thousands of years. The placement of the grahas, or planets, give divine insight into what we can expect in the future.
Join in on the magic and align with the stars to plan your month ahead! Vedic astrology differs from Western astrology. Follow this link to calculate your personal Vedic birth chart.
The signs to look for are your Ascendant (Asc) and the Moon sign. Vedic astrology is a lunar-based system, therefore these predictions will be made from your moon!
Event Details: This offering is only $10 and is a ZOOM live stream offering. However, you must register in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent 30 minutes prior to the event start time. This offering takes place on the first Saturday of each month running January- September.
Online Yoga Teacher Training Info Session
Free Community Information Session | April 6th | 7PM – 8PM CST
Nina Berti
Coming from a medical hospital background, Nina has learned the importance of alternative and holistic health services. She is 200H certified through My Vinyasa Practice, and working towards her 300H certification. Nina is enrolled in the Applied Yoga Therapy Program with MVP. In addition, Nina is studying QiGong and aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her most profound interest is in Vinyasa Krama, as taught by Srivatsa Ramaswami, one of Krishnamacharya’s longest students.
Bridget Martin
Bridget Martin is a 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Meditation Teacher. She teaches Vinyasa, Power Yoga, Meditation and Restorative Yoga. Her path to yoga began as a healthy outlet to aid in stress reduction. Bridget is also a wellness blogger and self-care podcast host. When she’s not practicing, you can find her enjoying nature, hiking, or playing with her cat, Oke.
Are you interested in deepening your personal practice or taking the next step in your career as a yoga teacher?
This info session breaks down the content of our 200H and 300H yoga teacher training and offers you the opportunity to connect with two of our main support specialists, Bridget and Nina, who will be assisting you throughout your training.
You’ll be able to ask questions and get started on your desired program quickly!
Event Details: This is a free Community Offering. The link to join will be emailed 30 minutes before the event.
MVP MOVIE NIGHT(US)
Free Community Live Stream Event | April 8th | 7 PM CST
Grab the popcorn – it’s time for MVP Movie Night!
This month, we gather via Zoom to watch Yogawoman: Yoga was brought to the west from India by male teachers. Now a generation of women are leading the way and they’re radically changing people’s lives. Yogawoman uncovers a global phenomenon that has changed the face of yoga forever. Starring: Annette Bening, Seane Corn, Shiva Rea
Stay after for a guided discussion and community connection!
Event Details: This is a free community event hosted live on ZOOM! Registration is required in order to receive the link to join. You’ll be emailed the link to participate 30 minutes prior to start time.
MVP MOVIE NIGHT(Europe)
Free Community Live Stream Event | April 9th | 12 PM CST
Grab the popcorn – it’s time for MVP Movie Night!
This month, we gather via Zoom to watch Yogawoman: Yoga was brought to the west from India by male teachers. Now a generation of women are leading the way and they’re radically changing people’s lives. Yogawoman uncovers a global phenomenon that has changed the face of yoga forever. Starring: Annette Bening, Seane Corn, Shiva Rea
Stay after for a guided discussion and community connection!
Event Details: This is a free community event hosted live on ZOOM! Registration is required in order to receive the link to join. You’ll be emailed the link to participate 30 minutes prior to start time.
New Moon Ritual
Community Live Stream Event | April 10th | 3:30PM-6:30PM
Bridget Martin
Bridget Martin is a 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Meditation Teacher. She teaches Vinyasa, Power Yoga, Meditation and Restorative Yoga. Her path to yoga began as a healthy outlet to aid in stress reduction. Bridget is also a wellness blogger and self-care podcast host. When she’s not practicing, you can find her enjoying nature, hiking, or playing with her cat, Oke.
Join Bridget for a powerful New Moon Ritual aimed at healing and releasing stagnant energy. Enjoy a candle lighting ceremony, astrology, moon water intention setting, tarot card readings, sound healing, and more as we welcome in the darkest day of the month and tune into self utilizing yoga and spiritual practices!
Event Details: This offering is $25 and is a Live Stream Event hosted on zoom. Registration is required in order to receive the link to join. You’ll be emailed the link to participate 30 minutes prior to start time.
Online Children’s Yoga Teacher Training
Live Stream Workshop | April 10th-11th & April 24th-25th | 9AM – 3PM CST
Leti Alvarez
Leti’s playful teaching style reflects her personality, but also her deep desire to support her students exactly where they are. She offers empowering classes that encourage students to explore and connect with their authentic self. Her goal is for students to find their own teacher within and to intuit what is right for their body.
Leti is an E-RYT-500 and loves to share tidbits about the Hindu Deities, anatomy or a quote in her classes. She caters to students of all levels and ensures that everyone feels welcome and comfortable. Leti has been fortunate to study with many influential teachers all of whom have had an impact on her practice. Leti is an International Retreat leader, teacher trainer and passionate about life, love and yoga!
Angela Williams-Jones (Guest Teacher)
What you’ll learn: Course Goals
- By taking this teacher training course, you will learn how to teach fun, engaging, and safe yoga classes to children from 2-17 years old
- Learn how to sequence children’s classes – how to adapt -how to roll with the flow!
- Learn how to keep kids engaged in your class and when to pivot
- Understand the physical, mental and emotional development of each age group and how it relates to kids participating
- Behavioral management techniques
- Learn how to talk to kids and parents about yoga
- Learn how to teach guided mindfulness including relaxation practices and how to incorporate pranayama into children’s classes
- Learn how to create classes with an interdisciplinary curriculum that introduces the 8-limbs of yoga
- Learn self-regulating tools for children that can help them deal with stress, worry, and anxiety
- Learn the business of children’s yoga. How to get started. Where can you teach?
- Discuss how children can use yoga to integrate mind, body, and heart awareness into their daily lives.
- Most of all – Have fun!
My Vinyasa Practice Children’s Yoga Teacher Certification
Upon completion of 2 training weekends (20 hours) plus a take-home assignment – that will be graded, teachers will be issued a certificate to begin teaching in their home state/country. You may use the materials, ideas, and themes received during class to get started. We encourage you to discover your own voice and get creative.
Weekend One – Apr 10th-11th– 9 am CST – 3 pm (1-hour lunch break) Children 2-7 + teaching the special child
Weekend Two- April 24th – 25th -9am CST – 3 pm (1-hour lunch break) Children 8-17 + The business of Children’s Yoga
“Health, not disease is our birthright. Courage, but not fear. Peace but not restlessness. Children come into this world very pure and it is up to the adults to help them stay bright, strong, and healthy”.
~ Sri Swami Satchidananda ~
Community Offering
Holistic Health, Yoga & WEllness
Free Community Live Stream Workshop | April 15th | 7 PM CST
Stephanie B.
Stephanie is a 200hr RYT and a Certified Health & Life Coach, Certified in Plant-based Nutrition from Cornell. She is trained to support and encourage people along their journey to living their healthiest, happiest life, inside and out.
Enjoy a short Yoga session as well as time to journal in this FREE MVP community offering.
MVP alumni Stephanie B. will offer encouragement and tips to support healthy living. You’ll learn mindfulness tricks, new recipes to try and connect with other participants to hear what works for them to stay centered healthy, and well. In addition, we’ll invite special guests to share their stories and experiences with a Q&A.
March will focus on a discussion on sleep.
MVP book club (US)
Free Community Live Stream Event | April 22nd | 7 PM CST
Get started on the next book for the March MVP Book Club Meeting! One of our favorite community yoga events.
This April we will be reading, Do Your Om Thing: Bending Yoga Tradition to Fit Your Modern Life by Rebecca Pacheco*.
Sometimes an hour-long yoga class is the only chance we get to connect meaningfully with our bodies and our minds during an otherwise hectic week. Have you ever wondered how it would feel to bring that experience out of the yoga studio and into your everyday life? Do Your Om Thing shows us how to do just that. The true practice of yoga goes deeper than achieving the perfect headstand – it is about bringing awareness and intention to every part of our lives. In her warm, personal, and often hilarious prose, Rebecca translates yogic philosophy for its twenty-first-century devotees, making ancient principles feel accessible, relatable, and genuinely rooted in the world in which we live today.
We can’t wait to discuss with you!
Event Details: This is a free community event hosted live on ZOOM! Registration is required in order to receive the link to join. You’ll be emailed the link to participate 30 minutes prior to start time.
MVP book club (Europe)
Free Community Live Stream Event | April 23rd | 12 PM CST
Get started on the next book for the March MVP Book Club Meeting! One of our favorite community yoga events.
This April we will be reading, Do Your Om Thing: Bending Yoga Tradition to Fit Your Modern Life by Rebecca Pacheco*.
Sometimes an hour-long yoga class is the only chance we get to connect meaningfully with our bodies and our minds during an otherwise hectic week. Have you ever wondered how it would feel to bring that experience out of the yoga studio and into your everyday life? Do Your Om Thing shows us how to do just that. The true practice of yoga goes deeper than achieving the perfect headstand – it is about bringing awareness and intention to every part of our lives. In her warm, personal, and often hilarious prose, Rebecca translates yogic philosophy for its twenty-first-century devotees, making ancient principles feel accessible, relatable, and genuinely rooted in the world in which we live today.
We can’t wait to discuss with you!
Event Details: This is a free community event hosted live on ZOOM! Registration is required in order to receive the link to join. You’ll be emailed the link to participate 30 minutes prior to start time.
Business Development Meeting
Free Community Offering | April 28th | 7PM-8PM
Are you looking to connect on different options to start your own business or develop your existing business further?
We’re hosting a monthly Business Development meeting, which will assist to identify your business model and structure, touch on marketing and social media and leave sufficient time for all questions that might come up.
Event Details: This is a free Community Offering hosted live on zoom. Registration is required in order to receive the link to join. You’ll be emailed the link to participate 30 minutes prior to start time.
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