Explore the profound concept of presence and how it can be cultivated through contemplative practices to enhance communication and connection. This workshop will guide you in developing soulfulness, mindful awareness, and deep communion, enabling transformative interactions. Learn practical techniques such as meditation, purposeful pausing, and empathic listening to be fully present in your daily life. Enhance your ability to create supportive and engaging environments through effective communication practices. Join us to discover the power of presence and its impactful potential on your personal and professional relationships.

Kevin James Karas, MA, E-RYT 500 is an international yoga professional. He specializes in yoga nonprofit leadership as Board Governance Manager for Yoga Alliance (the largest nonprofit association representing the yoga community), CEO and President of Elevate Akron (Brought yoga to 17,500+ people in Ohio) and Board Member of SLS Yoga Center. He facilitates Registered Yoga School (RYS) Teacher Training Programs as the lead trainer at Yoga Squared Akron and Studio Oxygen. He consults with yoga studios, centers and teachers to co-create and improve their RYS programs. His multi-lineage approach is inspired from 15 years of study in the Rasa, Sivananda, Integral, Sampoorna, Ashtanga, Iyengar, and Mindfulness traditions plus many modern styles. His academic research explores the presence, communication techniques, pedagogy and contemplative practices of master yoga & meditation teachers. At National Yoga Festivals, Conferences and Retreats, he loves forming heartfelt connections and facilitating yoga with live music experiences in partnership with talented musicians to create Guided Sound Journey, Elevate Akron Online and Elevate Orchestra. Connect: kevin@elevateakron.com.