Jessica Otieno graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training June 14, 2026. Roswell, Georgia Jessica Otieno is the founder of Many Paths Wellness, a community-centered yoga and wellness studio in Roswell, Georgia. With over a decade of experience teaching yoga, she is passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves through movement, breath, meditation, and nervous system regulation. Many Paths Wellness Before founding Many Paths Wellness, Jessica worked in public servic

Kristen Burton graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training June 14, 2026. Survivor Kristen Burton is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), Equine Yoga Teacher, Equine Gestalt Coach®, Reiki Master Practitioner, and cancer survivor who is passionate about helping people find moments of peace, strength, and connection during life's most challenging seasons. Breast Cancer Diagnosis After a breast cancer diagnosis in 2020, Kristen experienced firsthand the physical, emotional, and me

Kellee Fletcher graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training June 14, 2026. She will be teaching in Batesville, AR. In her words: My yoga journey began in 2019, when I first experienced how mindful movement and breath could bring a sense of balance, grounding, and peace both on and off the mat. What started as something deeply personal soon grew into a desire to share that same feeling with others. I completed my foundational teacher training in 2023 through Vedic Lotus Yoga. Si

Ligia Melo graduated from CPF training June 14, 2026. Quito, Ecuador My name is Ligia Melo, and I live in Quito, Ecuador. I am a Natha Yoga teacher, entrepreneur, and fitness center manager. My journey into yoga began many years ago through a practice focused primarily on meditation, self-awareness, and inner growth, while I was developing my professional career in banking and business management. My academic background includes an MBA, a Personal Coaching certification, and

June’s monthly theme is Energy & Expansion Our Focus is on Breath, Sun Salutations, Lifting Energy Use hashtag #NationalCancerSurvivorMonth and #ChristinaPhippsFoundation to share your messages and stories about National Cancer Survivor Month Asanas Standing Upward Facing Dog Flow Begin in mountain. Inhale the arms overhead and exhale to forward fold, bringing your hand to the floor or blocks. Pause for a breath. Inhale and lengthen the spine, lifting halfway; then forwa

Sophie Kerver graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training April 13, 2025. Sophie is a clinical speaker in CPF Oncology Yoga Teacher Training. She resides in Ann Arbor, Michigan. While currently working in clinical care as a Charge Anesthesia Technician at Trinity Health, Sophie partnered with another local nonprofit (CSC) and THAA to bring CPF to the Cancer Center for weekly, Free Gentle Yoga for Cancer classes. As an Anesthesia Technician, Sophie encounters patients of all ki

June’s monthly theme is Energy & Expansion Asanas Our Focus is on Breath, Sun Salutations, Lifting Energy this month. Standing Crescent Flow Begin in mountain. Bring the arms forward to shoulder height, bend elbows, palms in and fingers up. On the inhale open the elbows to the side to goal posts and on the exhale bring the elbows back in; repeat a few times. Return to mountain. Step the right foot back landing on the toes, gently sinking the hips toward the earth while

June is National Cancer Survivors Month. We honor and support individuals who have faced cancer, those who have survived cancer, the community who supports those with cancer, and ongoing research. Highlighting National Cancer Survivors Month helps celebrate survivors, brings awareness and education around survivorship, creates public engagement around research and advocacy and provides inspiration and outreach for families, caregivers, and communities affected by cancer.

In May we bring awareness to Bladder Cancer. Per the Mayo Clinic, Bladder cancer is a common type of cancer that begins in the cells of the bladder. While there are multiple types of Bladder Cancer, they are known to recur after treatment and for that reason, people with bladder cancer typically need follow-up tests for years after treatment to diagnose recurrence. To support survivors, focus on core, legs, and resilience. Also, diarrhea and constipation are common side effe

Theme: Strength & Empowerment Focus: Core, Legs and Resilience Asanas: Warrior I & II, Boat Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer with a very high survival rate over 5 years (nearly 99% for those caught early)! Treatments vary depending on the type of skin cancer and stage, but all survivors need support both mentally and physically. To support survivors, focus on core, legs, and resilience. Asanas: Tadasana Standing: Feet hip distance apart, length th

When undergoing cancer treatment, yoga practice can be beneficial to promote overall well being. We start with gentle breath work, the keystone of a yoga practice. Respiration is expanded helping to deliver fresh oxygen, nourishing all the cells and systems of the body. The slow mindful breathing techniques, called pranayama, assist in regulating the nervous system. This relieves the stress that comes with cancer treatment, and allows the patient to find ease in the recovery

Cervical Cancer develops in the cervix. This type of gynecological cancer begins with abnormal changes in healthy cells on the surface of the cervix. If left untreated, the abnormal cells may begin to grow uncontrollably, bind together and form a cancerous tumor. Focus: Standing Strength, Balance and Grounding Asanas: Mountain, Tree, Warrior II, Chair Pose Poses in Chair Yoga Chair Yoga Mountain: Seated tall with feet grounded, arms raised overhead or at sides. Tree: One

When considering a yoga practice for testicular cancer, precautions should be taken not to over exert in the practice. For an individual in the early stages of treatment, restorative poses would be the best place to start. Focus on calming breathing techniques. Encourage use of props to avoid overdoing. April is the month we highlight Testicular Cancer. When undergoing cancer treatment, yoga practice can be beneficial to promote overall wellbeing. We start with gentle breath

As many of you know, CPF Oncology Yoga classes are open to those with all types of cancer. May is dedicated to Brain Cancer Awareness. According to the Mayo Clinic, brain tumors and related cancers can impact cognitive function, balance, coordination, and overall neurological health. Treatment may include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, all of which can affect both the body and mind in profound ways. Yoga can serve as a gentle and supportive complement to medical care b

As many of you know the CPF Oncology Yoga classes are often open to those with all types of cancer. Each month we plan to add information to our blog and social media about different cancers and at the end of the post include a yoga sequence or a select set of yoga poses. April is the month for Esophageal Cancer. According to the Mayo Clinic, the treatment for esophageal cancer is very intensive and prevention is considered key. Lifestyle choices that include yoga and exercis