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SOME OF OUR FAVORITE TEACHERS ISHTA Yoga and Alan Finger The Integrated Science of Hatha, Tantra and Ayurveda, the ISHTA system of Yoga is the foundation for Be Yoga's successful Teacher Traning Program, which Beverley Murphy created with Yogiraj Alan Finger.. The ISHTA Yoga site also includes a directory of many local and international ISHTA teachers - we highly recommend all of them! Mark Whitwell One of our favorite Tantric teachers, Mark is an amazing teacher and resource on the teachings of T.K.V. Desikachar and T. Krishnamacharya: pranayama, the philosophy of liberation and classical Vinyasa Krama. Glenn Black Both a bodyworker and yoga teacher, Glenn heals with his hands. Glenn has been teaching for over 30 years and his intuitive understanding of the body is extraordinary - don't miss a chance to study with him when he comes to New York, at Yoga Works or Omega. Angela Farmer and Victor Van Kooten "The essence of yoga is to connect with a higher plane of spirituality and awareness. To allow your heart, soul and mind to open completely.  Your body contains the distilled wisdom of the universe. Allow yoga to make it available to you." Angela and Victor are known for their highly experiental, playful, individualistic approach to yoga. Leslie Kaminoff and The Breathing Project Leslie is one of the foremost teachers and practitioners of yoga therapy and breathing. Be sure to sign up for his terrific newsletter which features lots of interesting yoga events! Rachel Zinman-Jeanes A former Be Yoga senior teacher and teacher trainer, Rachel is an amazing teacher now leading trainings and retreats in Australia. Charles and Lisa Matkin/ Satsang Yoga Together, Charles and Lisa offer couples and family yoga, therapeutic yoga and training, and teach group classes at Yoga Works. Carrie Parker An expert in Pre-Natal Yoga, Carrie teaches with Jillian in New Jersey and leads Pre-Natal specialty trainings. Jillian Pransky Jillian teaches at Yoga Works and in New Jersey, and specializes in retreats and Restorative Yoga. STUDIOS WHERE I TEACH Mandala Yoga A beautiful studio in Amagansett, the Hamptons where I teach weekly classes and workshops. THE BUSINESS OF YOGA/ YOGA RESOURCES MindBody Online MindBody Online (aka OmSoft) is the leading provider of web-based software for yoga, wellness, fitness and healing arts practitioners serving over 1200 studios and 26 countries. Yoga Alliance Yoga Alliance is the governing body establishing standards of training and certification for yoga teachers in the United States. As the first such alliance established, it shares standards and goals with other Yoga organizations worldwide. Yoga Finder A great resource for all things yoga, from classes to retreats to teacher trainings. Yoga Directory Another good reference site! New York Yoga Teachers’ Association (NYYTA) If you are a teacher in New York State, especially in the New York City area, becoming a NYYTA member is a great idea. NYYTA members receive information on great workshops and trainings and discounts on liability insurance and other tools for teachers. NYYTA also now offers teachers group health insurance!   ECOLOGY AND MINDFUL LIVING The Center for a New American Dream Learn about choices YOU can make for socially just, environmentally sustainable living. The Nature Conservancy The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. Working collaboratively with funders and scientists, their partners range from corporations and organizations, to individuals and indigenous peoples, in the US and all over the world. Heifer International Heifer International works to end world hunger by empowering local communities via education, community-building and sustainable resources. Need a unique gift? Give an impoverished family what they need to survive! Insight Meditation Society Founded in 1975 by Sharon Salzberg, Joseph Goldstein and Jack Kornfield, it is the "home" of American Buddhist Vipassana or Insight Meditation. Spirit Rock Meditation Center A wonderful Vipassana non-profit center offering retreats and workshops in Woodacre, CA.