Meet A Few of Our Spring Power Love Scholarship Recipients

Last month, we announced the newest recipients of our Power Love Teacher Training Scholarships and we are so grateful to all that applied. Our goal as the nation’s largest yoga brand is to diversify the yoga teacher community and we would not be able to achieve this without the help and passion of these individuals. We asked a few of the recipients why they signed up for Teacher Training, as well as what excites them most about starting this journey. We’re excited to share their truly inspiring stories.

Divya Mohlajee

Chicago, IL

Why did you sign up for CorePower Teacher Training?

I always dreamed of becoming a teacher because yoga has transformed my life for over 10 years and I want to share that with others. No matter what is going on, I know I can count on yoga to allow me to leave happier than when I first stood on my mat, and I want to spread that joy to the world as a teacher.

What are you looking forward to about Teacher Training?

I look forward to deepening my practice, learning yoga philosophy, and helping others grow their yoga practice. I hope to create a more inclusive environment where people of all backgrounds feel comfortable trying yoga.

Nayeli Amaro

San Francisco, CA

Why did you sign up for CorePower Teacher Training?

I truly believe growth can occur individually and with a group. I would love to be a part of someone's yoga journey, whether it is through a class or shared experiences. My goal is to debunk misconceptions about yoga to people, but especially BIPOC. As a Latina, I understand how feeling welcomed and comfortable in a space can impact the probability of coming back. I want to encourage people to attend CorePower Yoga classes in order to achieve their health goals and ultimate happiness. There is not a "one size fits all" approach in yoga and that's the beauty of it!

What are you looking forward to about Teacher Training?

Through Teacher Training I hope to tie in physical fitness, mental harmony, energetic vitality, and emotional peace. I want to meet more people with similar goals and different backgrounds/walks of life. CorePower is doing an amazing job of truly wanting to expand their pool of instructors. It is such a great step forward and you can tell it's working when you walk into any CorePower class.

Imani M Grosvenor

Arlington, VA

Why did you sign up for CorePower Teacher Training?

I want to deepen my yoga practice while learning how to share the benefits of yoga with a wider audience.

What are you looking forward to about Teacher Training?

Teacher Training is an opportunity for me to learn how to heal through posture and breath. "Teaching is more than imparting knowledge; it is inspiring change. Learning is more than absorbing facts; it is acquiring understanding." - William Arthur Ward

Ahva Sadeghi

San Francisco, CA

Why did you sign up for CorePower Teacher Training?

Teaching yoga and going even deeper into my practice has always been a goal of mine! I want to learn about the fundamentals and history of yoga beyond the movements that I've learned as a student. I do yoga almost every day and it helps me center myself and find peace. I want to keep that part of my identity.

What are you looking forward to about Teacher Training?

I'm so excited to meet the amazing community of teachers and yogis in SF! I also hope I'll master a new inversion :)