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Yoga Teachers, Teachers-In-Training, Yoga Practitioners, Wellness Professionals, and Ministry Leaders

Join us for 3 Days of personal renewal and professional development with time set apart for Yoga and meditation worship, classes, education, professional development, fellowship, and networking.   

"Take up your mat" and come to the well that never runs dry...

Soak in Time for Rejuvenation

Worship, Classes & Meditation (All Levels)

Day One: 

  • Opening Gentle Hatha Yoga & Mediation Service 


Day Two:

  • Sun Rise Yoga Service
  • Mat Pilates Class for Wellbeing
  • Yoga Class for Vitality
  • Centering Prayer and Loving Kindness Meditation
  • Evening Candlelight Yin Yoga Service


Day Three:

  • Sun Rise Yoga Service
  • Closing Gentle Hatha Yoga & Communion Service


Beginning Yogi's welcome!


Learn & Engage With HEalthCare & Wellness Leaders

Wholly Flourishing - Discussion Panel

Gainesville is widely celebrated for being on the cutting edge of education and medical advancements in the healthcare industry.


Join us for an interactive discussion with respected healthcare and wellness leaders as we collectively explore the movement towards the inclusion of somatic practices, mindfulness, breathing techniques, and Yoga as part of treatment plans, programming, and standards for care. Bring your questions for Q & A from the floor.

Cultivate New Connections & Life-Giving Friendships

Forge new relationships and nurture treasured friendships with time and space dedicated to refresh your whole being with inspiring conversation and FREE flowing, 100% Certified Organic and Fair Trade herbal tea.

Grow with Interactive EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS

Yoga Philosophy & the Contemplative Christian Life

Fundamentals of Level 1 Chair Yoga with Variations for Salutations A and B

Yoga Philosophy & the Contemplative Christian Life

2 CEUs

Explore how ancient Eastern Yoga Philosophy can inform our contextual understanding of the Bible with an overview of the fundamentals of 8 Limb Path of Yoga and a deeper dive the Yamas and Niyamas and Contemplative Christian Theology. 

The Narrative Enneagram for Healing and Wholeness

Fundamentals of Level 1 Chair Yoga with Variations for Salutations A and B

Yoga Philosophy & the Contemplative Christian Life

2 CEUs

The Enneagram is an ancient tool for self-discovery and personal growth. Learn how to engage with and interpret this powerful resource in ways that lead to meaningful transformation and sustainable connection with the totality of our human experience. 

Fundamentals of Level 1 Chair Yoga with Variations for Salutations A and B

Fundamentals of Level 1 Chair Yoga with Variations for Salutations A and B

Fundamentals of Level 1 Chair Yoga with Variations for Salutations A and B

2 CEUs

Learn the essentials of Level 1 Chair Yoga, including basic adaptations for centering and relaxation, as well as warm up postures and variations for Sun Salutations A and B. This class is appropriate for anyone who is interested in making Yoga accessible for every body, in every setting.

Fundamental Yoga Breathing Techniques for Stress Reduction and Wellbeing

Fundamental Yoga Breathing Techniques for Stress Reduction and Wellbeing

Fundamentals of Level 1 Chair Yoga with Variations for Salutations A and B

2 CEUs

Yoga breathing (Pranayama) is central to Yoga and fundamental to cultivating mind, body, spirit connection. In this workshop, you will learn how different breathing practices impact the nervous system and how to integrate simple breathing practices for stress reduction and wellbeing.

Mat Pilates for Wellbeing (All Levels)

Fundamental Yoga Breathing Techniques for Stress Reduction and Wellbeing

Centering Prayer and Loving Kindness Meditation for Stress Reduction

1 CEUS

Come to the mat for a full-body experience that will cultivate greater connection to your core and enhance your wellbeing. This mat-based class that will be adaptable for those who are true beginners to seasoned Pilates pros. (This class is not recommended for chair-based participants.)

Centering Prayer and Loving Kindness Meditation for Stress Reduction

Fundamental Yoga Breathing Techniques for Stress Reduction and Wellbeing

Centering Prayer and Loving Kindness Meditation for Stress Reduction

.5 CEU

Take a few quiet moments to center and listen for God's movement in your life as you take time to "be still and know" (Ps. 46:10) while being gently guided through a Loving Kindness Mindfulness Meditation for Stress Reduction (MBSR) designed to refresh and renew your whole being.

Wholly Flourishing - Discussion with Q & A

Yoga for Vitality and Wellbeing (All Levels)

Yoga for Vitality and Wellbeing (All Levels)

2 CEUs

Join us for an interactive discussion panel with respected clinicians, teachers, and leaders as we explore health trends and the movement towards integrated  wellness through embodied practices and holistic wellbeing in clinical, therapy, coaching, studio, and ministry settings.

Yoga for Vitality and Wellbeing (All Levels)

Yoga for Vitality and Wellbeing (All Levels)

Yoga for Vitality and Wellbeing (All Levels)

1 CEUs

Grab your mat and some water for an energizing flow that will cultivate greater vitality and positivity in your life. This will be a mat-based class that will get your heart rate and your spirit lifted with movement that is adaptable for most levels. (Not recommended for chair-based participants.)

Ayurvedic Nutrition for Health & Vitality

Yoga for Vitality and Wellbeing (All Levels)

Moon Salutation Modifications and Variations for Different Seasons in Life

 2 CEUs

Discover the  benefits of this ancient form of holistic wellbeing as you learn about the fundamental principles of Ayurvedic  Nutrition and ways that you can intuitively apply this knowledge to cultivate health and wellness in your own life. 

Moon Salutation Modifications and Variations for Different Seasons in Life

Moon Salutation Modifications and Variations for Different Seasons in Life

Moon Salutation Modifications and Variations for Different Seasons in Life

2 CEUs

Learn the fundamental poses that make up the Moon Salutation sequence with adaptations and modifications to make this series accessible for all bodies, and variations to reflect the natural cycles of change that reflect the human experience.

Yoga's Healing Impact on the Vagus Nerve

Moon Salutation Modifications and Variations for Different Seasons in Life

Worship, Fellowship, and & Network with Other Kindred Souls

2 CEUs

Explore what science is discovering about the ways Yoga can help to heal the Vagus Nerve, aiding in trauma recovery and chronic stress management, while facilitating the completion of stress cycles and promoting positive mind, body, soul connection. 

Worship, Fellowship, and & Network with Other Kindred Souls

Moon Salutation Modifications and Variations for Different Seasons in Life

Worship, Fellowship, and & Network with Other Kindred Souls

 UP to 6 CEUs

Take up your mat and join us at the feet of Christ as we worship together in Spirit and Truth, moving and breathing in unity as we glorify God. Come early or stay after worship to nurture relationships that will inspire, encourage, and uplift your soul!

Become a Trauma-Informed Certified Yoga Teacher

YACEP Accredited Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Certification Options


Begin or Advance your Yoga Teacher Certification journey with Christ-Centered training offered through the Pointe of Grace Yoga Institute. For more information on courses that begin with this conference and meet online thereafter, click here.  (Note: additional fees apply.)

Full Conference Schedule

Thursday, July 6th

Thursday, July 6th

Thursday, July 6th

PRE-REGISTRATION


  • 12:00 - 3:00 PM YTT Students & Pre-Conference Session Attendees


PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION


  • 1:00 - 2:30 PM YTT Orientation


  • 3:00 - 5:00 PM Pre-Conference Workshop A: Yoga Philosophy & the Contemplative Christian Life   


  • 3:00 - 5:00 PM Pre-Conference Workshop B: The Narrative Enneagram for Healing and Wholeness


DINNER BREAK/FREE TIME


  • 5:00 - 7:00 PM Dinner Break 


GENERAL REGISTRATION


  • 3:00 - 7:00 PM General Registration Open


WELCOME, WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP


  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM Gentle Hatha Yoga & Meditation Service (All Levels)


  • 8:30 - 9:30 PM Tea & Fellowship

Friday, July 7th

Thursday, July 6th

Thursday, July 6th

MORNING WORSHIP

  • 7:30 - 8:30 AM - Sun Rise Yoga Service (All Levels)


SESSION 1


  • 9:00 - 11:00 AM Workshop 1A: Fundamentals of Chair Yoga with Modifications for Sun Salutations A and B 


  • 9:00 - 11:00 AM Workshop 1B: Fundamental Yoga Breathing Techniques for Stress Reduction and Wellbeing


  • 11:30 - Noon Meditation: Centering Prayer and Loving Kindless Meditation


  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 Mat Pilates Class: Mat Pilates Class for Wellbeing (All Levels)


LUNCH BREAK

  • 12:30 - 2:00 PM Lunch Break 



SESSION 2


  • 2:00 - 4:00 PM Wholly Flourishing   Discussion Panel with Q &  A


AFTERNOON OFFERINGS


  • 4:00 - 7:00 PM - Free time and Dinner Break: Fellowship, rest, enjoy a relaxing meal, explore downtown Gainesville, or soak in some solitude. 


  • 4:30 - 5:30 Yoga Class: Yoga for Vitality and Wellbeing (All Levels)


EVENING WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP

  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM Evening Candlelight Gentle Yin Yoga Service (All Levels)


  • 8:30 - 9:30 PM Tea & Fellowship

Saturday, July 8th

Thursday, July 6th

Saturday, July 8th

MORNING WORSHIP


  • 7:30 - 8:30 AM Sun Rise YogaService (All Levels)   


SESSION 3


  • 9:00 - 11:00 AM Workshop 3A: Moon Salutation with Modifications and Variations for Different Seasons in Life


  • 9:00 - 11:00 Workshop 3B: Ayurvedic Nutrition for Health & Vitality 

 

CLOSING WORSHIP & COMMUNION


  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 Gentle Hatha Yoga and Holy Communion Service (All Levels)


POST-CONFERENCE SESSION

(12:30 - 1:30 PM Lunch Break) 


  • 1:30 - 3:30 PM Post - Conference Workshop: Yoga's Healing Impact on the Vagus Nerve


  • 2:00 - 3:30 PM YTT - The Journey from Here

Choose a path or forge your own...

Meet Your Hosts

Rev. Lenora Rousseau

Rev. Lenora Rousseau is the Pastoral Director of the Pointe of Grace Project and serves in this role by extension as an Elder in the FLUMC. In addition to being a seasoned Pastor and Chaplain, Lenora is a Trauma-Informed RYT E-RYT/RYT 500 Yoga instructor, Certified Spiritual Director, and founder of YogaWell.​ (Read more...)

Francoise "Franny" Long

Francoise “Franny” Long is a classically trained chef, Certified Holistic Health Coach, RYT E-200/500 Yoga Instructor, Certified Yin Yoga Teacher, Certified Children's Yoga Teacher, Certified Breath Coach, and an enthusiastic wellness advocate.  (Read more...)

Elise Caton

Elise Cation is an Occupational Therapist specializing in sensory integration for the last 20 years. She began a private practice with her husband, Steve, named the Lamp Post Therapy Center to serve and bring light to families and children challenged with disability. She is the founder of Joyful Sensory Parenting and Sensory Mentor. Elise is mom to two beautiful daughters, several pets, and some houseplants who are defying the odds (so far). She is a yogi whose passion is to create space for healing - body, heart, mind, and spirit.

Tamarah "Tami" Jungklaus

Tami has spent her working hours dedicated to the healing of Veterans with heart failure as a Nurse Practitioner. She is a devoted wife, mother of 3 and grandmother of 6 beautiful grandchildren. As a Yoga Instructor, she is passionate about creating sacred space to promote healing, peace, and joy to all that join her on the mat. She serves her community through her church and prison ministry and loves traveling, reading and spending time with her family. 

Denise Papajorgji

Denise Papajorgji holds a Master's degree from Florida State University and is an experienced E-200 RYT Instructor, a AFAA Group Fitness Insturctor, and 500 HR Certified Pilates Instructor with a passion for fitness and wellbeing.  (Read more...)

Natlalie Faria-Campbell

Natalie Faria-Campbell has a Masters of Divinity with specialities in Religious Education and Justice, Peacebuilding, and Conflict Transformation. Natalie is a Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher and currently completingly the final stages of her certification as an Enneagram teacher through The Narrative Enneagram. She is a Florida native who loves spending time with her husband, their chocolate lab Luna, and family and friends. Natalie is a big believer in the power of both yoga and the Enneagram to support all people in their journeys toward healing and transformation. She is a lover of books, houseplants, and hammocking in the backyard.

Registration Information

Early Bird Bonus

As a non-profit event, early registration helps us keep the conference expenses as low as possible, which enables us to pass on those savings on with financially accessible registration rates that reflect our true cost.


Register before 5/15/2023 and select either a Ladies or Unisex style BONUS YogaWell Tank in gratitude for your partnership in making this event possible at the lowest feasible rate. Want more than one? Pre-order with registration for only $15.

Early-Early Bird Full Registration with Pre & Post Conference Session Pass

Early-Early Bird Full Registration with Pre & Post Conference Session Pass

Early-Early Bird Full Registration with Pre & Post Conference Session Pass

  • Registration includes all events and activities from 3:00 PM Thursday, July 6 until 3:30 PM, Saturday, July 8th, 2023. 
  • Includes a FREE Ladies or Unisex style YogaWell Tank. 

(Offer Expires 4/30/23)

$225

Register

Early Bird Full Conference with Pre & Post Conference Sessions Pass

Early-Early Bird Full Registration with Pre & Post Conference Session Pass

Early-Early Bird Full Registration with Pre & Post Conference Session Pass

  • Registration includes all events and activities from 7:00 PM Thursday, July 6 until 12:30 PM, Saturday, July 8th, 2023. 
  • Includes a FREE Ladies or Unisex style YogaWell Tank.  

(Offer Expires 5/15/23)

$245

Register

Early Bird Friday ONLY Pass

Early-Early Bird Full Registration with Pre & Post Conference Session Pass

Early BirdThursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

  • Registration includes all conference events and activities on Friday, July 7, 2023 - 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. 
  • Includes a FREE Ladies or Unisex style YogaWell Tank. 

(Offer Expires 5/15/23)

$175

Register

Early BirdThursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Early BirdThursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Early BirdThursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

  • Registration includes all conference events from 5:00 - 9:30 PM Thursday, July 6th and Friday, July 7th PLUS 7:30 AM - Noon Saturday, July 8th, 2023. 
  • Includes a FREE Ladies or Unisex style YogaWell Tank. 

(Offer Expires 5/15/23)

$175 

Register

Standard Full Conference Pass

Early BirdThursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Standard Full Conference Pass

Full Conference:

  • Registration includes all conference events and activities from 7:00 PM Thursday, July 6 until 12:30 PM, Saturday, July 8th, 2023. 


$295

Register

Standard Friday ONLY Pass

Early BirdThursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Standard Full Conference Pass

  • Registration includes all conference events and activities on Friday, July 7, 2023 - 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. 


$225

Register

Standard Thursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Standard Thursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Standard Thursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

  • Registration includes all conference events from 5:00 - 9:30 PM Thursday, July 6th and Friday, July 7th PLUS 7:30 AM - Noon Saturday, July 8th, 2023. 


$225 

Register

Pre AND Post Conference Sessions Pass

Standard Thursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Standard Thursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

  • 3:00 - 5:00 PM - Thursday, July 6th, 2023 
  • 1:30 - 3:30 PM - Saturday, July 8th, 2023.


Register

Pre OR Post Conference Sessions Pass

Standard Thursday & Friday PM PLUS Saturday Pass

Pre OR Post Conference Sessions Pass

  • 3:00 - 5:00 PM - Thursday, July 6th, 2023 
  • 1:30 - 3:30 PM - Saturday, July 8th, 2023.


Register

Thriving in Community

Thriving in Community

Pre OR Post Conference Sessions Pass

Want to help others thrive in community and partner with us? 


YogaWell Conference registration fees represent our true cost with the leaders and speakers generously contributing their time and energy at no cost or for a nominal honorarium. Even so, we realize that there are some in our community for whom this conference will be beyond their means. 


Consider making a donation in any amount from $25 - $250 that will enable us keep our fees as low as possible and allow others in our community who need a hand to attend on scholarship.


Add a Donation with Registration

About the Conference Location

Gainesville, FL

Conference Location

Attractions & Shopping

Conference Location

YogaWell 2023 will be hosted at the spacious and beautiful campus of Trinity United Methodist Church, located at the north end of Gainesville, just minutes from Celebration Pointe and downtown.


Trinity UMC is one of the premier facilities in Gainesville, Florida, hosting over 4,000 events a year. We are excited to be gathering on these sacred and hallowed grounds to encounter God and grow together in grace. With over 70+ acres, Trinity has public walking trails, ponds, and open space to encounter the Spirit move in your life. While here, make sure to stop by the Chapel for a time of solitude and prayer. This peaceful space nestles up against nature, creating the perfect environment to center your soul.


Closest Lodging

Attractions & Shopping

Conference Location

The closest hotel to the conference location is the Best Western Gateway Grand. This hotel is just minutes from Trinity UMC and easily accessible from 75 at 4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606. For more information, click here. 





Attractions & Shopping

Attractions & Shopping

Attractions & Shopping

As per Travel Advisor Gainesville is: Home to the University of Florida, the largest and oldest university in the state, as well as the Santa Fe Community College, Gainesville is a hub of education and culture. Perhaps due to its strong student population, the city is also at the heart of independent music in Florida, having produced numerous musical acts from a variety of genres. The natural surroundings, including parks, lakes and Paynes Prairie State Reserve provide a green getaway from the bustle of city life. 


Looking for a place to eat, shop, stay, or play - Celebration Pointe will this modern area of Gainesville is worth visiting time and again.

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