Meet Amanda 'Athena'
Amanda "Athena" of Rakhshanda Tribal Bellydance has been dancing specifically tribal style bellydance for almost 3 years. She currently holds 2 teaching certifications, one in Gypsy Caravan Style and the other in Gitano Amaya style. She has studied with many other famous bellydancers including Rachel Brice, Carolena Nerrocio, Jill Parker, and Sharon Kihara. She is married to a supportive husband and has two furry kitty children.
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Meet Janelle
Janelle has completed her level 1 certification with Yoga Fit and
is currently in the process of completing her 200-hour training with
Shiva Rea. She has been practicing yoga for 6 years, but did not begin
to practice seriously until 2006. She has studied Iyengar and Vinyasa Flow through several different teachers, including Trish Washburn.
Janelle’s teaching style is creative, calming and diverse. She
believes that yoga brings freedom to the body, mind and spirit. Her
desire to bring this freedom into the lives of others is what inspired
her to become a teacher. She has been working with teens and children
in various ways for 6 years; working as a nanny for several different
families as well as programs through the Oconomowoc YMCA. She feels
the younger a person begins to connect their mind and body, as well as
live an active lifestyle, the longer he or she has to live a more
fulfilled life. She practices a safe, but creative yoga, playing a mix
of contemporary music along with traditional yoga music. She is most
grateful for the opportunity to teach what she loves so
dearly.
Other Certifications: Child Abuse Prevention,
Adult/Infnant CPR, First Aid, Early Education in Child Care (88 hours)
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Meet Trish 'Yoga Trish'
Trish Washburn received her teacher's training from Kriya Temple and has studied with
numerous yoga masters. She has over 600 hours of Teacher Training and has an
avid thirst for self-study. Her fluid, fun style comes from her own experiences and
from being open to different teaching styles. On her yoga journey, Trish has
studied many different types of yoga - including Ashtanga, Iyengar, Vinyasa
Flow, Bikram, Baptiste, and her latest intrigue; Forrest yoga. Trish is
inspired by the deep transformations of body, mind, heart, and soul that yoga
can engender for practitioners.
Trish’s
teaching style is fun, creative and non-judgmental with an emphasis on
releasing everyday stress and negative attitudes to experience the joy yoga
brings. She brings a fun modern edge to her Vinyasa & Power classes by incorporating
unique and modern music, dynamic flows and challenging variations to the
practice. She is firmly grounded in alignment principles and an avid fan of
yoga philosophy: lessons in yoga, perhaps lessons in life. Trish believes that people are drawn to yoga for many
different reasons and within each class students are encouraged to tailor their
practice to their individual needs.
Always open to
questions, she is able to tailor classes to students’ needs, and encourages
acceptance of each moment as a necessary step along the path of well-being.
Other Certifications: USA Cycling Level 3 Coach, CycleOps Power Indoor Cycling, Mad Dogg Athletics Star 3, AFAA, Sports Nutrition, BOSU Master Trainer, AAAI Yoga Instruction Phase I & II, Child Abuse Prevention, Adult/Infnant CPR, First Aid
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Trish's Self Practice Philosophy
On
my mat I remember how to feel, how to let go, how to forgive, and how
to grow. I choose when to challenge myself and when to back off, when
to be bold, and how to be gentle. I find my balance. Yoga offers me a
wordless place that I can find, deep in my breath where my mind starts
to seem less important. I can move to build heat, to burn away my
struggles, and to let my heart become free; free to feel. There is
discipline in asana: shoulders-back, pelvis tucked, feet rooted, spine
long, inhale/exhale, rotation inward and outward reaching, keep focus
on nothing but everything. I become completely present. I find
forgiveness as I exhale. I am truly able to uncover my graceful self,
easy in my own body, soft and grateful in my heart. Witnin my
practice, I find a place...a space...where I am complete with alive
stillness connected to God.
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A
Note From Trish
When
you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life! I have a true
passion for fitness and helping others better themselves. We have the
responsibility to take care of these bodies we were given. It doesn't
come easy. We all need a little motivation and encouragement.
According to Proverbs a man (or woman) without a vision will perish. Dream big.
Be passionate. If you are persistent and consistent you will achieve your
goals. If no one is laughing then
your dream is not big enough. Do
it. Your life is your message!
Peace
in…..peace out. Have faith and do yoga!
With
all the pieces of my heart, I can not thank you all enough for this wonderful
gift of opportunity!!
Blessings,
Trish
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