Kindred Soma Yoga by Rural Black Doula is the movement for the culture. Soma Yoga combines traditional yoga practices, resting and breathing, therapeutic yoga, the re-education of the mind-body connection, holistic medicine (Ayurveda), and shadow work.

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Hi! I'm Jazzmine. I started my yoga practice in 2010 and used tools from yoga to reconnect, re-member, and re-balance my physical, mental, and spiritual self. Originally diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 9, I wore a body brace that restricted my movements. Since then, I have suffered chronic muscle fatigue, back spasms, overactive pelvic floor, and lower back pain and stiffness. Practicing Soma Yoga has improved my movements and posture. My body responds well to the practice, and I've gained confidence in understanding and acting on what my body needs most. I found a practice that models many of my core beliefs, centers my identity, and supports me in leading a better life without chronic pain.

Soma Yoga allows us to become aware of patterns in our bodies that cause pain and limit our movement. With greater awareness of these patterns and small, specific movements of the shoulder, torso, pelvis, and spine, we can learn to release chronic muscle tension and increase freedom of movement. SomaYoga empowers you to use various tools to live well. 

I am certified in 200-RYT Hatha Yoga of the Himalayan Tradition, and SomaYoga Therapy and was awarded this certification by Yoga North's International SomaYoga Institute in Duluth, Minnesota. I am a registered yoga instructor with Yoga Alliance. 

The groups are open to anyone seeking support and center BIPOC experiences in traditions and themes. This space centers and affirms ALL bodies, abilities, beliefs, practices, and healing spectrums. 

I've learned some wonderful ways to incorporate movement, restorative practices, and self-reflection in pain-free ways. I can't wait to show you.