- August 22–25, 2019
- Thursday-Sunday: 3 nights
Black Yoga Teachers Alliance 2019 Conference Rise and Shine!
- Presenter: Abigail Ifatola Jefferson
- Presenter: Jana Long
- Presenter: Len Cabral
- and more…
Embark on a deeply spiritual journey as you explore the breadth and diversity of yoga at the Black Yoga Teachers Alliance Conference (BYTA). Like the sun, we rise and shine rays of healing, peace, and renewal upon our families and communities. Let your brilliance illuminate the world!
Join us for a spirit-filled, educational, intergenerational, life-affirming experience. Learn from master teachers and healers in this celebration of yoga, dancing, drumming, and chanting. It is time to rise and shine!
Program at a Glance
BYTA 2019 Conference
Presenter(s)
Abigail Ifatola Jefferson is a storyteller and educator from Harlem, New York, who performs and conducts workshops nationally, using story, song, rhythm, and yoga dance.
Full Bio and ProgramsJana Long, E-RYT 500, a yoga therapist, meditation facilitator, is cofounder and executive director of the Black Yoga Teachers Alliance, Inc.
Full Bio and ProgramsLen Cabral is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning storyteller who has been engaging audiences through the art of storytelling for more than 42 years.
Full Bio and ProgramsLeslie Booker, cofounder of the Yoga Service Council at Omega Institute, is on faculty with the Engaged Mindfulness Institute and Off the Mat, Into the World.
Full Bio and ProgramsLeslie Salmon Jones is a professional dancer, certified holistic personal trainer, wellness coach, yoga instructor, seasoned public speaker, and creator of...
Full Bio and ProgramsJeff W. Jones is a technologist and artist who began his career at IBM while moonlighting as a musician. Jeff plays bass and sings with jazz duos, gospel music ensembles, and rock/pop/R&B quartets.
Full Bio and ProgramsMaria Broom, nationally recognized as an actress for her recurring roles in HBO’s The Wire and The Corner, is also a storyteller, dancer, and author.
Full Bio and ProgramsPatrice Gaines, a motivational speaker and spiritual life coach, is author of Laughing in the Dark and Moments of Grace.
Full Bio and ProgramsYirser Ra Hotep (Elvrid C. Lawrence), MSW, RYT, a master yoga instructor, social worker, counselor, and therapist, has taught yoga, stress management, and wellness for 44 years.
Full Bio and Programs