EPISODE · Jun 16, 2025 · 1H 10M
76: Everybody Deserves to Be Well: Inclusive Yoga with Amanda Martinez
from Full-Time Yoga Teacher · host reika_alexi
In this episode of the Full-Time Yoga Teacher Podcast, I’m joined by Amanda Martinez, a mindful movement facilitator, yoga teacher, somatics educator, and community builder. Amanda shares her unique path from working as a professional makeup artist in LA and becoming a yoga and mindfulness facilitator deeply rooted in accessibility and social justice.We dive into how Amanda balances her many identities, the role of community in her teaching, and how the pandemic reshaped her perspective on wellness and connection. Amanda also speaks about her work with My Comunidad, a nonprofit dedicated to making yoga more accessible for historically excluded communities, and the importance of trauma-informed teaching.Whether you're a yoga teacher, a creative, or someone navigating multiple callings, this conversation is full of wisdom on creating inclusive spaces, staying true to your voice, and defining success on your own terms.Connect with Amanda:Website: www.beyoutyintelligence.comInstagram: @amandarose4209My Comunidad: https://mycomunidad.org/Instagram: @mycomunidadConnect with Reika:Instagram: @reikayogaWebsite: www.reikayoga.comNicaragua Yoga Retreat: https://www.reikayoga.com/pages/retreatAccessible Yoga Training: August 10 & 17
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In this episode of the Full-Time Yoga Teacher Podcast, I’m joined by Amanda Martinez, a mindful movement facilitator, yoga teacher, somatics educator, and community builder. Amanda shares her unique path from working as a professional makeup artist in LA and becoming a yoga and mindfulness facilitator deeply rooted in accessibility and social justice.We dive into how Amanda balances her many identities, the role of community in her teaching, and how the pandemic reshaped her perspective on wellness and connection. Amanda also speaks about her work with My Comunidad, a nonprofit dedicated to making yoga more accessible for historically excluded communities, and the importance of trauma-informed teaching.Whether you're a yoga teacher, a creative, or someone navigating multiple callings, this conversation is full of wisdom on creating inclusive spaces, staying true to your voice, and defining success on your own terms.Connect with Amanda:Website: www.beyoutyintelligence.comInstagram: @amandarose4209My Comunidad: https://mycomunidad.org/Instagram: @mycomunidadConnect with Reika:Instagram: @reikayogaWebsite: www.reikayoga.comNicaragua Yoga Retreat: https://www.reikayoga.com/pages/retreatAccessible Yoga Training: August 10 & 17
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