AM ALUMNI
John Foster| @jackhfoster
AM V200 - DEC 2021
Laredo, Texas USA 🌎
I grew up, work, and live in the bordertown Laredo, Texas. I took my first yoga class in 2011 but my practice was not very consistent. Around 2015 after suffering various injuries in other movement modalities I decided to incorporate more yoga and little by little it became a daily practice both on and off the mat. I came to yoga for the exercise but I stayed for the mindfulness – lt’s that place where I lose myself and find myself. I currently have my 200HR certification from Authentic Movements and I am planning on continuing education with their 300HR training and in other movement practices.
Reflecting on the AM YTT Experience
| Why did you choose Authentic Movements for your YTT? | |
| The initial Covid-19 quarantine period in 2020 was not all terrible. I was able to connect and practice with dozens of amazing yoga instructors in the online space. One of them being the Authentic Movements team. Their online classes were challenging, their cueing spoke fluently with my practice and I really dug their vibe. As I did more research on their online training program vs others it was an easy choice. | |
| How did the online training platform work for you? | |
| I would not have been able to get this certification without the option to finish at my own pace. I work full-time running my own business + wife and toddler so leaving to an in-person training was just an option for my lifestyle. The online program far exceeded expectations both in content and ease of use. Feedback was always prompt. I had a great experience and learned so much. | |
| How has your teaching changed since completing the AM YTT? | |
| I’m an introvert by nature so this YTT definitely help me find voice. I also feel much more confident know that I know the methodology behind the sequencing and cueing. | |
| How have you engaged with the AM community of alums and students during and after the training? | |
| Instagram was the best way for me to connect with the AM community. | |
| What was your favorite part of the course content? | |
| I loved all the Creative Vinyasa classes in every chapter | |
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