ABOUT
VALERIE KNOPIK, PH.D.
Valerie Knopik is the Ben and Maxine Miller Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at Purdue University and E-RYT in Indianapolis, Indiana. Formally trained in classical ballet, as well as a former runner, Valerie has always been a believer in staying active but yoga is the perfect marriage of her work in mental health and her love of movement and anatomy.
With a Ph.D. in Psychology, Valerie is extremely active in mental health research, focusing on how our internal biology and our external physical environment (including yoga, mindfulness, and meditation) can interact to positively change our mental health landscape. Valerie’s sincere hope is that, while the physical asana practice might be the introduction to yoga (as it was for her), her students can utilize the asanas as a tool to find cohesion of body, mind, and spirit in order to experience fullness and purpose in their lives. Valerie lives with her husband and their two children (and a big, lovable Great Dane named Justice) in Indiana.
YOGA MEDICINE CERTIFICATIONS
ARTICLES BY VALERIE
Mental Health And Wellness Module Overview
By Nat & Sandy Yoga Podcast. Recently, Nat (from Nat & Sandy Yoga) took a short trip to Portland for a training on mental health [...]
The Depths of Winter
Valerie Knopik, Yoga Medicine® Instructor, discusses the "Depth Year" and how you can use these concepts to re-invest in your yoga practice. “In the [...]
Meditation Styles to Match Your Personality
Jennifer Purdie for MyFitnessPal Blog shares meditation styles for all personality types. Learn which style fits you. 6 Meditation Styles to Match Your Personality Many [...]
UPCOMING TRAININGS WITH VALERIE
Come learn how to teach yoga, deepen your own personal practice and get certified with Valerie!
200HR
Spain
MAY – SEPTEMBER, 2019
Get certified at the beautiful Suryalila Retreat Center in the colorful & serene countryside of Cadiz, Spain!
200HR
Austin
JULY – DECEMBER, 2019
Get certified at the tranquil Ancient Yoga Center in the picturesque Hill Country of Austin, Texas!
500HR
PORTLAND
AUGUST 4-9, 2019
Join us in Portland, OR for a brand new teacher training on yoga for mental health & wellness!
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