01.05 – Excel-ing at yoga: Kate Gillespie on what inspires her teaching

12/11/2024 48 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5
01.05 – Excel-ing at yoga: Kate Gillespie on what inspires her teaching

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In this episode of The Chrysalis Pod, hosts Eden and Dana welcome teacher Kate Gillespie, who discusses her evolution from being an athletic teen, to a dedicated yoga practitioner and eventually a seasoned teacher. She traces her relationship with fellow instructor Matt Phippen, whom she met at a training in Connecticut, and the development of their virtual studio, The Movement Method. Kate elaborates on the importance of continual learning, mentioning key influences, including the Kula Yoga Project, Smart Flow, and Postural Restoration Institute techniques. She reflects on the shifts in her teaching methodology, focusing on practical sequencing and the challenges of maintaining physical sustainability in yoga practice. The conversation wraps up with Kate's insights on the importance of varied movement and her excitement for upcoming workshops and retreats.

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