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Yoga in Our City

We’re excited to share that Yoga in Our City, a yoga philosophy and social justice initiative, is now a program of YWCA Hartford Region. Yoga in Our City is part of YWCA Hartford Region’s expansion of mental and physical health resources for the community. Keep reading for more information about this program and ways to get involved.

The Origin Story of Yoga in Our City

Yoga In Our City (YIOC) began in 2012 in Hartford, Connecticut. YIOC recognizes the transformative power of yoga. By bringing people together to enjoy a shared yoga experience, we can create a culture of community well-being and connection.

YIOC started with one class a week, executing a simple goal to “build a happier, healthier Hartford.” Today, Yoga in Our City has evolved to a statewide collaboration of members, teachers and partners. Together, YIOC and YWCA Hartford Region are building stronger communities with compassion, gratitude and mindfulness.

Who We Are Off the Mat

We believe the only way to achieve equity is through public policy. Happy Warrior® is the foundation of our strategy to build support and create real and lasting change.

Get Involved: Happy Warrior® Teacher Training Program

Want to get involved? Check out Yoga in Our City’s Happy Warrior® teacher training program. In this 200-hour training program, you will learn to lead communities with a focus on equity, service and advocacy.

Our Curriculum:

  • Leading Through a Trauma-Sensitive Lens
  • The Intersection of Social Justic and Yoga
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Yoga History and Philosophy
  • Accessible Teaching
  • Community and Creating Brave Spaces
  • Exploring the Subtle Body
  • Sequencing with Intention
  • Your Teaching Mission

Happy Warrior® teachers show up in our communities to offer classes, workshops, information sessions and speaking engagements to promote health and well-being for the whole family. Through partnerships with nonprofits, like YWCA Hartford Region, and other organizations, Yoga in Our City works to make yoga and mindfulness inclusive and accessible to everyone.

Learn More and Apply

Yoga In Our City® is a program of YWCA Hartford Region, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.