Emily Somers
Peoria,AZ
Summary
500-hour, body-positive yoga instructor focused on bringing yoga to where it's needed most. Trained in Accessible, Trauma-Informed, Yin, and Restorative Yoga, as well as Chair and Corporate Yoga. Trained and experienced in Yoga Nidra and Sacred Sound. Well-rounded instructor with a deep passion for helping others feel confident and safe in their bodies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Yoga Instructor
Lotus Sober Living
2023.08 - Current
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
Yoga Instructor
Healing Space Yoga Studio
2023.02 - Current
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
Yoga Instructor
Glendale Community College
2022.08 - Current
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students and answer questions.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
Kid Yoga Instructor
Madison Traditional Academy
2022.01 - Current
- Taught children Kindergarten-Fourth Grade yoga poses, games, and mindfulness.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
Yoga Instructor
Kula Yoga
2021.08 - Current
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students and answer questions.
- Kept studio area safe, organized and comfortable for students.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Adhered to all facility rules for safety, compliance and continuing education.
- Paid attention to each student's needs and comfort.
Body-Positive Yoga Teacher
Yoga's Arc
2021.05 - Current
- Developed new yoga skills through continuous study and practice.
- Instructed students in breathing, meditation and effective yoga techniques to improve strength and flexibility.
- Planned, set up and led yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners
- Served as intern for Yoga's Arc-tasks included overseeing Yoga in the Park and other events
- Contributed to Yoga's Arc Yoga Teacher Training Manual by providing accessible options and variations for each pose
- Taught for the Yoga's Arc 200-hr yoga teacher training program
Chair Yoga Instructor (Independent Contractor)
OptumCare
2022.01 - 2023.11
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
- Taught gentle chair yoga, stress management, and meditation to seniors.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Led up to 3 classes per week.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
Sales, Teacher, Social Media, Manager
Bead World, Inc
2013.11 - Current
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Taught jewelry-making classes and workshops.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Completed daily reports and cash deposits.
- Managed both Arizona locations and trained all new employees.
Education
Yoga Therapy - Healing Emphasis Yoga Master Program
Inner Vision Yoga
Ahwatukee, Arizona07.2026
Teacher Training - Yoga For Addiction Recovery Training
Spiritually Fit Co-op
Scottsdale, AZ09.2023
Sound Practitioner Training -
Bee Humble Wellness
Scottsdale, AZ11.2022
Silver Sneakers Foundations -
Tivity Health, Inc
Online09.2022
300-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification - Yoga Instruction
Authentic Yoga
Scottsdale, AZ05.2021
200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification - Yoga Instruction
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
Tempe, AZ05.2020
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Insured
- Registered with Yoga Alliance
- Yoga for All Certified
- Body-Positive Instructor
- Dependable and Punctual
- Reliable and Responsible
- Relationship and Community Building
- Designing Classes and Routines
- Stress Management
- Breathing Techniques
- Sacred Sound
Timeline
Volunteer Yoga Instructor
Lotus Sober Living
2023.08 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Healing Space Yoga Studio
2023.02 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Glendale Community College
2022.08 - Current
Kid Yoga Instructor
Madison Traditional Academy
2022.01 - Current
Chair Yoga Instructor (Independent Contractor)
OptumCare
2022.01 - 2023.11
Yoga Instructor
Kula Yoga
2021.08 - Current
Body-Positive Yoga Teacher
Yoga's Arc
2021.05 - Current
Sales, Teacher, Social Media, Manager
Bead World, Inc
2013.11 - Current
Yoga Therapy - Healing Emphasis Yoga Master Program
Inner Vision Yoga
Teacher Training - Yoga For Addiction Recovery Training
Spiritually Fit Co-op
Sound Practitioner Training -
Bee Humble Wellness
Silver Sneakers Foundations -
Tivity Health, Inc
300-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification - Yoga Instruction
Authentic Yoga
200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification - Yoga Instruction
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
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