Welcome to our SUP Yoga Teacher Training & Certification Program!
I am so excited to meet all of you and begin our collaborative learning experience! To get you started, I’ve selected a few articles for you to read. Each article has a short quiz to be completed. We will review this material together on day one of our training.
Follow these instructions for each segment
1 - Click on the link provided for each topic.
2 - Use the button to complete the quiz.
Let’s dive in!
Blue Mind Theory
Blue Mind Theory
There are a lot of articles and blogs discussing Blue Mind Theory, as well as podcasts and videos with Dr. Wallace J. Nichols*, author of “Blue Mind; The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do.” If you don’t have his book… you will soon! It’s one of the items you’ll find in your Rivertowns SUP & Yoga Teacher Training Goody Bag! In the meantime, read the article below to learn more.
Blue Mind Theory: What it is and How to Use it to Your Advantage
*Sadly, Dr. Wallace J. Nichols passed away June 10, 2024 with his family making a public announcement on Instagram on Father’s Day. Everyone involved in the Blue Mind Movement, myself included, have been shaken by his unexpected loss. The Blue Mind Movement lives on through all those inspired by him. I had the honor to correspond with him just weeks before his passing. And I am excited to share his book with you. As J would say… “I wish you water.”
Glide SUP Blogs
Float Your Yoga & Embracing Tranquility
Glide SUP Blogs: Beginner’s Guide to SUP Yoga & Health Benefits of Paddle Boarding
Glide SUP Lotus Boards, designed specifically for yoga, are the primary boards used in our Rivertowns SUP & Yoga classes. They are stable, durable, and you can’t deny the bright yellow color is very eye catching on the water! Glide SUP provides lots of resources online for paddlers to read and learn about important topics (while promoting the Glide Boards of course). Below are two topics to get you started.
Float Your Yoga: A Beginner’s Guide to Stand-Up Paddleboard Yoga
Stay Safe on the Water
Paddle Boarding Safety Tips
Stay Safe on the Water
Safety is our top priority when it comes to guiding people on the water. This training has a strong emphasis on paddle skills and water safety so we can help others feel safe, empowered, and inspired!
Stay Safe on the Water: Paddle Boarding Safety Tips
Deciphering the Wind
Deciphering the Wind Forecast
A warm, sunny day does not necessarily mean perfect conditions for paddle boarding. Wind is a huge factor to consider when looking at the weather forecast. While forecasts are a not always accurate, it is important to have an understanding of what you are seeing on various weather apps. This article has lots of information and also provides some recommended apps.