Star Stuff Yoga & More
About
Amber Pierce Valentine is a 200 Hour Registered Yoga & Aerial Yoga Teacher + Mindfulness Coach based in Macon, Ga.
Amber has a degree in Psychology and Music from Clayton State University in Morrow, Ga, received her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher and Empowerment Certification from Passion Yoga School also known as The Soul Work Academy in Costa Rica, Aerial Yoga Certification from Space Yoga Health & Wellness Institute in Augusta, Ga., and Trauma Informed Community Outreach Certification from Connection Coalition in Atlanta, Ga. Amber has also studied yoga and meditation at Anand Prakash Yoga Ashram in Rishikesh, India and Jivamukti Yoga in Barcelona, Spain.
Amber teaches many types of yoga- Aerial, Stand Up Paddle Board, Restorative, Yin, Vinyasa, Chair, Desk, Yoga for Limited Mobility + Differently Abled, while integrating a blend of sound healing, aromatherapy, meditation, and breathwork into her classes.
Amber is founder of "Star Stuff Yoga & More: A Pop Up Yoga Studio for the Community!" The mission of Star Stuff Yoga & More is to make yoga, health and wellness accessible to as many members of the community as possible. Star Stuff Yoga & More has provided a weekly trauma informed program to a local group home for girls ages 12-17 who were victims of abuse and trafficking. Star Stuff currently hosts free/donation based events for the public and partners with local organizations to facilitate community engagement, outreach and awareness.
Amber is available for corporate events, workshops, workplace wellness, chair yoga, desk yoga, nursing homes, bridal showers, festivals, parties, and more.
What I enjoy most about teaching yoga is the connection I get with my students and watching them grow and have their "Ah HA!" moments along the way. I love being able to break down what seems like a difficult or advanced pose and have it totally make sense and be do-able to a student. I love seeing their confidence grow and connect the work that they do on the mat, with their lives off of the mat.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to have a conversation with my student to establish a connection and set goals - both long term and short term goals. Once we have an outline, I compose yoga sessions centered precisely around those goals. Goals can be for physical appearance, emotional and mental health, other health issues, overcoming trauma, easing depression and anxiety, calming work related stress, or any combination from this list. There are many possiblities, classes can be tailor made for the student and can cover a range of needs and wants.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology & Music from Clayton State University, Morrow, Ga.
200 Hour YTT from Soulwork Academy formerly Passion Yoga School in Costa Rica.
20 Hour Aerial Yoga YTT from Space Yoga Health & Wellness Institute in Augusta, Ga.
20 Hour Trauma Informed & Community Outreach Certification from the Connection Coalition, Atlanta, Ga.
Attended specialty classes and additional training in Rishikesh, India, Barcelona, Spain as well as NYC, Seattle and Atlanta in addition to many other cities in the USA.
Founder of Star Stuff Yoga & More.
Aerial Yoga Instructor for Sparks Yoga in Macon, Ga.
Yoga Instructor and Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga Instructor for the Georgia Health & Wellness Fitness Festival.
Former Yoga Instructor for Kinetix Health Club Bonaire and Downtown Macon, Ga as well as Fit Moguls in Macon, Ga.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I offer private one on one or small group lessons starting at $75.
I offer private aerial yoga one on one or small group starting at $100.
We will hold our class at the beautiful Sparks Yoga Macon studio at a time decided between us. All equipment is provided but feel free to bring your own personal yoga mat.
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching because yoga has made such a profound impact on my life in so many ways that I wanted to be able to extend that to others.
Yoga has helped and continues to help me overcome many obstacles in my life - physically, mentally and emotionally.
It makes me so happy to teach, it is so fullfilling and meaningful. I cannot imagine my life without yoga and without teaching yoga. I love to share that with others.
What types of students have you worked with?
I love working with students who have never tried yoga but are curious.
I love working with beginners who have tried a time or a few, but might be uncomfortable with practicing with others yet.
I love working with students who are overcoming trauma or addiction and who are looking for transformation. I come from a trauma informed perspective on yoga and love to work with people in that area.
No matter what might be holding you back, please know that you are not alone.
I have worked with a variety of students from all ages and all walks of life and abilities. I have worked with small children, the elderly and everything in between. I have worked with students who are overcoming addiction, trauma, injury and illness. I have worked with students with very limited mobility to students who can do far more advanced poses than myself or many teachers that I know. We all have something to learn from one another.