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Libya Pugh

New York,NY

Summary

Passionate Yoga Instructor with a proven track record at Yoga Haven and Yoga Bliss, where I enhanced students' flexibility and mental clarity through innovative yoga practices. Skilled in mindfulness meditation, S.E.L integration and adaptive lesson planning, I elevated clients' well-being by integrating restorative techniques and yoga philosophy. My dynamic approach to teaching has consistently inspired and nurtured a diverse clientele.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Bliss
Lake Wales, FL
03.2024 - Current
  • Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
  • Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
  • Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
  • Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
  • Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
  • Contributed to holistic wellness of students by incorporating elements of nutrition and lifestyle advice into sessions.

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Haven
Winter Haven, FL
07.2023 - Current
  • Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
  • Improved students'' overall well-being through meditation and mindfulness practices in each class session.
  • Enriched students'' understanding of holistic health by weaving yogic philosophy into lessons alongside practical movement instruction.
  • Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
  • Elevated clients'' mental focus by integrating breathing exercises throughout classes to complement physical movement.
  • Promoted physical fitness with dynamic sequencing of asanas designed to challenge and inspire students of all levels.
  • Reinforced proper alignment principles while guiding students through postures to prevent injury or strain during practice.
  • Elevated student experience with use of aromatherapy and sound healing techniques during relaxation segments.
  • Researched and implemented latest yoga trends and techniques, keeping offerings fresh and engaging.
  • Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
  • Used music to motivate and energize classes.

Education

200 CYT/S.E.L Certification -

Breathe For Change
New York, NY

M.F.A - Theatre

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

B.F.A - Theatre

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA

Skills

Mindfulness Meditation TechniquesGroup and individual instructionYoga PhilosophyYoga Style VersatilityWorkshop Facilitation

Breathing Techniques

Mindfulness Meditation Techniques

Time Management

Timeline

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Bliss
03.2024 - Current

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Haven
07.2023 - Current

200 CYT/S.E.L Certification -

Breathe For Change

M.F.A - Theatre

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

B.F.A - Theatre

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Libya Pugh