About the Instructor:

Angelica (she, her, ella) is a Puerto Rican, CSA survivor from Holyoke, MA. She was drawn to the beauty of yoga early in her life. The practice helped her find strength which helped her survive an abusive upbringing. In college while struggling with grief, she came to understand the healing power of yoga. Angelica founded Mitra: Healing Centered Yoga in February 2023 to empower DV/S Survivors by celebrating their agency, wisdom, and self-worth through the practice of yoga.

About Yoga for Survivors:

Using invitational language and variations, Angelica teaches flow yoga that integrates trauma-informed principles and strengths-based approaches, incorporating philosophy, movement, and breathwork to guide every body toward autonomy and self-acceptance. It is always your body, always your practice, and always your choice. These classes are designed to be welcoming and accessible to all bodies and all abilities. Chairs will be available for folks who wish to practice seated. No prior yoga experience is necessary. Matts will be provided. All self identified survivors are welcome. Feel free to contact Jenny Kurtz (jmkSA@hampshire.edu) with any questions!

Dates and Location:

10-11 Dakin Living Room

Sun 9/8

Sun 10/6

Sun 11/17

Sun 12/15