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| Courtesy Anna Limauro |
This January, twelve year-old Anna Limauro, of
Carmel, Indiana will take part in a teen-specific, yoga teacher training
program, through Blooming Life Yoga Studio, of Zionsville, Indiana.
“I want to teach others, especially girls around my age, to
have more confidence about body issues and self-esteem,” says Limauro, who tried
her first yoga class as a fifth-grader.
“I couldn’t find a sport that clicked with me and enjoyed
yoga. It helped me to...get a good workout and with being peaceful,” says the tween.
Limauro also enjoyed the benefits of meditation.
“Without it, I think I’d be more crabby. I’m more aware now of what I’m saying to
other people and I'm careful not to gossip or judge others, too,” she says.
Eager to learn more about yoga’s history as well, in
exchange for mentoring around the studio two to three days each week, Limauro will
receive a scholarship to participate in the upcoming 200-hour, Yoga Alliance Certified training, called, “Torchbearer
of Tradition,” which will take place bi-monthly on weekends, over the course
of five months, according to lead teacher and studio owner, Lily Kessler. So far,
four students have signed on to the program, which maxes out at thirty
students.
“Students will be highly mentored, we’ll have group bonding
activities and a teen psychologist on hand to help orchestrate conversations
that make them feel safe to be vulnerable,” says Kessler, who, was previously a public school teacher
for over a decade, teaching fourth grade and writing curriculum.
“I’ve dedicated my life to teaching. I taught kids yoga and
saw a huge difference in their comfort level with themselves. I have seen kids
that are not given an opportunity to shine. When they are not given more
responsibility, they shut down. Many teen yogis who have stepped forth are
strong, warm-hearted and clear-thinking human beings who are ready for a
challenge. They’re ready to be leaders and to help propel a community consciousness
forward,” says Kessler.
TheTorchbearer curriculum covers the history of
yoga, a familiarity with Seminole yoga texts, thirteen hours of anatomy,
in-depth study of asana, and mind-breath-body energetics, according to Blooming Life's website.
“We will break it down to how it applies to the students and
how they find their authenticity,” says Kessler. In the Hatha Yoga Flow style, “Students
will learn how to build their own yoga class and leave having memorized a
particular class that they find their teaching voice in. We want to them to develop their own unique style."
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| Courtesy Anna Limauro |
“I’ll play music in my classes. Slow songs, but also some
fun pop or hip hop. I might use props and love essential oils,” she says.
As for the intense amount of time she’ll need to commit to
the training, Limauro says, “It’s something I enjoy so much, I won’t mind. I want
to start as soon as possible.”
TORCHBEARER of
TRADITION
200-hour Teen Teacher Training (Ages 12-16)
January 8 – May 22, 2016
Cost: $3200.00
For more information visit: www.bloominglifeyoga.com
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