When your heart knows you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be, doing exactly what you’re meant to be doing, it thrums—like a vibrational harmony that colors your entire world. Joy and peace bloom in the corners. Jubilation erupts.
This past weekend was one of those rare, transformative experiences, and I’m still processing all that unfolded.
Meeting Rina & the Journey to This Weekend
When I first connected with Rina Jakowbics in October 2023, I knew she would be instrumental in helping me grow Grassroots Yoga Center. Her ability to clarify vision and direction astonished me, but it wasn’t until I watched her philosophy video on the foundation of yoga that I realized just how deeply I needed to learn from her.
I watched that video three times. I still watch it once a month as a reminder to anchor myself in the teachings.
Because yoga isn’t just about the poses—it’s about a lifestyle, a mindset, a way of being. The physical practice is a gateway to mental expansion, self-awareness, and transformation.
Bringing Yoga Teacher Training to Carson City
About six months ago, Rina and I decided to bring a yoga teacher training to Carson City. Grassroots Yoga has a team of amazing, stable, and knowledgeable teachers, but many of us also work full-time jobs. To meet the growing demand for yoga in our community, we knew we needed to train and develop new teachers.
With Rina’s extensive experience in certified teacher training programs, we created a plan to bring her wisdom and light to Carson City.
And this weekend, that vision became a reality.
The Magic of the Weekend
What happened over the past few days was truly beyond words. With 12 trainees diving deep into professional development, the energy in the studio was electric.
🧘♀️ Public classes with Rina brought out the magic of a teacher who lays a lifetime of study at the feet of her students.🌱 Our new teacher trainees stepped into their learning journey with enthusiasm, curiosity, and dedication.💡 For me, as a teacher of seven years, this weekend reaffirmed my love for yoga and the deep impact of teaching with curiosity and heart.
I need more than just 24 hours to process the depth and beauty of what we shared—but what I do know is that this weekend was life-changing.
What’s Next?
We now have 12 trainees actively participating in their professional development at Grassroots Yoga:
Eric, Tina, Priscilla, and I are completing the 300-hour advanced training to deepen our teaching.
Seven Grassroots students are working toward their initial 200-hour certification.
Their dedication is inspiring, and I cannot wait to see how they grow over the next six months.
Upcoming Opportunity to Learn with Rina
Rina will return the weekend of Valentine’s Day for the second in-person training session.
💫 Interested in being part of this experience?We’d love to have you join us for workshops or other learning opportunities! Simply reply to this email, and I’ll add you to our contact list.
A Heartfelt Thank You
To everyone in our Grassroots Yoga community—thank you. Your participation, energy, and support make weekends like this possible. Because of you, we are able to create and share these transformative experiences.
I look forward to growing, learning, and sharing the next chapter with you.
With love, light, and gratitude,
Emilee
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