Jeannette Campbell

Learn why disability inclusion is essential in yoga and how the yama of ahimsa calls teachers and studios to create accessible, inclusive yoga spaces. In yoga philosophy, ahimsa —non-harming—is a foundational principle. It’s often described as kindness or compassion, but in practice, ahimsa asks us to go further: to recognize harm where it exists and actively work to reduce it. For today’s yoga teachers and studio owners, this includes embracing disability-inclusive yoga and accessibility in...

There’s a moment in every teacher’s journey when routine begins to feel… familiar. Comfortable. Predictable. And while there’s value in steadiness, yoga also invites us into something deeper: curiosity. What if curiosity became part of your teaching practice? Disability-inclusive yoga begins there—not with perfection, but with a willingness to ask questions. Who is not in my room? Who might not feel welcome here yet? What assumptions am I making about bodies, abilities, or what yoga “should”...

Each year on International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements, leadership, and resilience of women around the world. It is also a day that invites reflection — asking who is included, who is missing, and what we can do to create spaces where everyone can belong. In the world of yoga, this question matters deeply. Yoga is often described as a practice for everyone. Yet many yoga spaces unintentionally exclude people who have disabilities. Images of yoga in media frequently portray a...