When I first decided to specialize in prenatal yoga, I was told by many people in the local studios to expect very low class numbers and a good deal of resistance from physicians. Because of the great love that I have always had for anything to do with babies, I decided to go ahead and give it a try anyway. Having already received my Hatha yoga teacher certification from AURA Wellness’ online program, I chose to stay with Paul and Marie for my next certification. I consider them to be friends and mentors.

I completed the prenatal yoga instructor training program and immediately began teaching at a local studio. At first, the class numbers were indeed low but over time I developed a following. I then decided to branch out and open my own studio, which I did in October 2005. My current prenatal student enrollment is up to 35 and I am now receiving direct referrals from midwives and OB physicians all around my area.

I credit my success, in great part, to the comprehensive certification program offered by AURA Wellness. I was fortunate enough to work (online) with Jane Mackarness, a seasoned, certified prenatal instructor located in England. I found Jane’s teaching style to be patient and compassionate. I always felt as though my future success as a prenatal yoga instructor was as important to her as it was to me. To this day, we continue to keep in touch!

The prenatal yoga teacher training program was sent to me in modules. Each module was informative and challenging and required me to design my own class handouts and use my personal creativity. I continue to use those handouts in my current classes!

My students have told me that they really love the community feeling of the classes. We celebrate every single birth as if it were our own! I have also witnessed some lifelong friendships developing amongst the moms-to-be and that really warms my heart.

I can honestly say, at the risk of sounding dramatic, that the AURA Wellness prenatal yoga teacher certification course has changed my life. I have finally found my niche and cannot imagine myself doing anything else for a very long time!

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