Yoga in ASL with NaeNae Yoga
Tuesday, December 03, 2024
Episode 106: Yoga in American Sign Language
A Conversation with Nae Nae Yoga. She's changing everything that we thought about yoga.
This Week's Yogalebrity Podcast Episode
In this episode of the Yogalebrity podcast, I sit down with NaeNae, an inspiring yoga teacher bridging the gap between the deaf and hearing communities.
NaeNae, who teaches yoga in American Sign Language (ASL), shares her journey from discovering yoga as a physical necessity to becoming a certified teacher.
We dive into her mission to make yoga more accessible, her experiences in teacher training, and the creation of her ASL yoga course.
NaeNae discusses the importance of inclusivity in yoga, advocating for accessibility in training programs, and using platforms like YouTube to reach a broader audience.
Together, we explore how yoga can empower the deaf community, foster connection, and celebrate self-expression.
💡 Key Takeaways:
NaeNae's yoga journey started as a requirement and grew into a passion.ASL yoga provides essential accessibility for the deaf community.
Inclusivity in yoga teacher training enriches the experience for everyone.
Teaching yoga in parks and online helped NaeNae build a welcoming space.
NaeNae's 300-hour training enhanced her teaching and business skills.
Self-advocacy is vital for deaf individuals in the yoga space.
NaeNae's ASL yoga course is open to both deaf and hearing students.
Inclusivity and accessibility in yoga teaching create a ripple effect of empowerment.
✨ Tune in to hear NaeNae’s empowering story and discover how yoga can truly be for everyone.
About NaeNae:
NaeNae is a Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) yoga teacher passionate about creating an inclusive space for both deaf and hearing communities.
A certified yoga teacher since 2019, NaeNae completed her 300-hour training with Angelica, which ignited her yoga business.
She now focuses on empowering the deaf community through yoga, offering classes in American Sign Language and promoting accessibility across the yoga world.
NaeNae’s mission is to ensure everyone feels seen, heard, and connected on their yoga journey.
How to Connect with NaeNae
NaeNae's ASL Yoga course The Beginning of your Yoga Journey
Socials:IG: NaeNae | ASL Yoga Instructor (@naenaeyoga)
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@naenaeyoga9762
Website: https://www.naenaeyoga.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@naenaeyoga
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