Jai Salsbery | E-RYT 500, CPT, CES, Nutrition Coach

Introduced to yoga in 1999 at Breitenbush Hotsprings retreat and conference center, Jai integrated the teachings into life and became a teacher himself in 2018. Jai now holds teaching certifications in Hatha, Vinyasa, Pranayama, Yin, Yoga Nidra, and Aerial Yoga. As of this writing, he has +3000 teaching hours and serves as primary tracher at Vallarta Breeze Yoga in Puerto Vallarta Mexico. Jai is also a Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and a Corrective Exercise Specialist.

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YTT Quiz

Are You Ready forYoga Teacher Training? 1. How long have you practiced yoga consistently? Over a year Less than a year I dabble occasionally 2. What draws you to YTT? A desire to deepen my practice and serve others I want a relaxing escape I want the title and perks 3. How do you respond […]

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Guided Resistance Training

Guided Resistance Training Your full-body training, figured out. Who It’s For If you’re working with injuries, need corrective exercise, require complex personalized programming, our Reclaim-90 program is built specifically for that level of care. Weekly Format Options Format Focus Schedule Full Body Total-body strength each session 3x/week (Mon/Wed/Fri) Split Full Body over 3 focused sessions

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Jai’s Nutrient-Packed Seitan

Jai’s Nutrient-Packed Seitan This recipe is a total game-changer. It’s rich, savory, and stacked with plant-based protein, vitamins, and minerals — all from real, whole ingredients. Whether you’re feeding yogis, skeptics, or just your own hungry self, this vegan meat delivers.Use it chopped as a ground beef swap, toss hearty chunks into soups and pasta,

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Teaching People, Not Just Poses | What Makes Vallarta Breeze Yoga Different

Teaching People, Not Just Poses What Makes Vallarta Breeze Yoga Different In the last 30 years of attending yoga classes around the world, I’ve noticed a common theme: most studios focus on presenting a class, not teaching one. Teachers often lead a flow with the intent to entertain or impress, demonstrating their own practice while

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Is Physical Decline After 50 Unavoidable? Challenge the Status Quo

Is Physical Decline After 50 Unavoidable? Challenge the Status Quo Turning 50 doesn’t mean your body hits cruise control—it’s more like switching into a new gear. Sure, muscle tone, bone density, flexibility, and balance may start sending you subtle “we’re getting older” hints, but with a dash of resistance training, a sprinkle of yoga, and

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Aparigraha | The Freedom of Letting Go

Aparigraha | The Freedom of Letting Go In a world that celebrates accumulation—of things, titles, followers, even poses—Aparigraha offers a radical invitation: release the grip. As the fifth and final Yama in Patanjali’s Eightfold Path, Aparigraha teaches us that true abundance arises not from holding on, but from letting go. Aparigraha in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras

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Brahmacharya | Honoring Energy Through Intentional Living

Brahmacharya | Honoring Energy Through Intentional Living In the journey of yoga, Brahmacharya is often misunderstood. Traditionally translated as celibacy, its deeper meaning is far more expansive and relevant to modern life. Rooted in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and the Eight Limbs of Yoga, Brahmacharya invites us to examine how we use our energy—physically, emotionally, mentally,

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Asteya | Cultivating Integrity Through Non-Stealing

Asteya | Cultivating Integrity Through Non-Stealing In the ethical framework of yoga, Asteya—non-stealing—is a principle that reaches far beyond the literal act of theft. Rooted in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and embedded in the Eight Limbs of Yoga, Asteya invites us to examine how we take, consume, and occupy space—physically, emotionally, and energetically. It is a

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Romantic Wok: Puerto Vallarta’s Thai Fusion Treasure

Romantic Wok: Puerto Vallarta’s Thai Fusion Treasure Tucked into the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica, just a short stroll from the jungle sanctuary of the Vallarta Breeze Yoga Studio, lies a sizzling sidewalk secret: Romantic Wok. This unassuming hole-in-the-wall eatery has quickly become a local favorite for its bold flavors, generous portions, and unmistakable

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Michael Greger, MD | How Not To Diet. What Does The Science Show Is The Best Way To manage Weight?

Michael Greger, MD – How Not To Diet: What Does the Science Show Is the Best Way to Lose Weight? Dr. Michael Greger, MD, FACLM, is a renowned physician, bestselling author, and public health advocate known for his science-driven approach to nutrition and wellness. As the founder of NutritionFacts.org and a Fellow of the American

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Vinyasa as Prescription | Krishnamacharya’s Vision of Yoga

Vinyasa as Prescription: Krishnamacharya’s Vision of Yoga In today’s yoga culture, it’s easy to assume that “vinyasa” means a room packed with sweaty bodies flowing through identical sequences. From trendy studio classes to online flows, group vinyasa has become synonymous with energy, synchronization, and performance. But the truth is, this popular image couldn’t be further

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The Chicatana Ants of Puerto Vallarta | Tiny Teachers with Big Lessons

The Chicatana Ants of Puerto Vallarta Tiny Teachers with Big Lessons At Vallarta Breeze Yoga, we believe that nature holds the greatest wisdom. And if there’s one creature that embodies strength, resilience, and the art of mindful movement, it’s the chicatana ant. These remarkable insects aren’t just a curiosity of Puerto Vallarta; they are architects

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What’s the Deal with Yoga? Fitness, Philosophy, and Religion

What’s the Deal with Yoga? Fitness, Philosophy, and Religion When I first started teaching yoga, I was ready to dive into deep philosophical conversations about Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, the eight-limbed path, and even the more religious aspects like Bhakti Yoga. I imagined spending time guiding students through the spiritual and ethical dimensions of the practice.

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Yoga Sutra 3.56 | Sattvapuruṣayoḥ śuddhisāmye kaivalyam

Yoga Sutra 3.56 | Sattvapuruṣayoḥ śuddhisāmye kaivalyam Yoga Sutra 3.56 in Context Sanskrit Text Sattvapuruṣayoḥ śuddhisāmye kaivalyam. Literal Translation “Liberation (kaivalyam) is achieved when the purity of the sattva (pure intellect) equals the purity of the puruṣa (soul).” Yoga Sutra 3.56 concludes the section on advanced yogic knowledge and practices by reaffirming the ultimate goal

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Yoga Sutra 3.55 | Tārakaṃ sarvaviṣayaṃ sarvathāviṣayam akramaṃ ceti vivekajaṃ jñānam

Yoga Sutra 3.55 | Tārakaṃ sarvaviṣayaṃ sarvathāviṣayam akramaṃ ceti vivekajaṃ jñānam Yoga Sutra 3.55 in Context Sanskrit Text Tārakaṃ sarvaviṣayaṃ sarvathāviṣayam akramaṃ ceti vivekajaṃ jñānam. Literal Translation “Knowledge born of discernment (vivekaja-jñānam) is liberating, universal, transcending all objects, beyond all forms, and beyond sequence.” Yoga Sutra 3.55 highlights the culmination of yogic wisdom, emphasizing a

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Yoga Sutra 3.54 | Jātilakṣaṇa deśairanyatānavacchedāt tulyayostataḥ pratipattiḥ

Yoga Sutra 3.54 | Jātilakṣaṇa deśairanyatānavacchedāt tulyayostataḥ pratipattiḥ Yoga Sutra 3.54 in Context Sanskrit Text Jātilakṣaṇa deśairanyatānavacchedāt tulyayostataḥ pratipattiḥ. Literal Translation “By distinguishing differences based on species, characteristics, and location, precise knowledge of seemingly similar objects is attained.” Yoga Sutra 3.54 describes the yogi’s ability to clearly discern subtle differences between objects or phenomena that

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Yoga Sutra 3.53 | Kṣaṇa-tat-kramayoḥ saṃyamād vivekajaṃ jñānam

Yoga Sutra 3.53 | Kṣaṇa-tat-kramayoḥ saṃyamād vivekajaṃ jñānam Yoga Sutra 3.53 in Context Sanskrit Text Kṣaṇa-tat-kramayoḥ saṃyamād vivekajaṃ jñānam. Literal Translation “By performing samyama on the moments (kṣaṇa) and their succession (tat-krama), knowledge born of discernment (vivekaja-jñāna) is attained.” Yoga Sutra 3.53 delves into the understanding of time and its sequential nature. By applying samyama—a

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Yoga Sutra 3.52 | Sthānyupanimantraṇe saṅgasmayākaraṇaṃ punaraniṣṭaprasaṅgāt

Yoga Sutra 3.52 | Sthānyupanimantraṇe saṅgasmayākaraṇaṃ punaraniṣṭaprasaṅgāt Yoga Sutra 3.52 in Context Sanskrit Text Sthānyupanimantraṇe saṅgasmayākaraṇaṃ punaraniṣṭaprasaṅgāt. Literal Translation “When invited by celestial beings to higher realms, one should neither become entangled nor proud, as this could lead to undesirable consequences.” Yoga Sutra 3.52 provides a cautionary note for advanced practitioners who may encounter divine

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Yoga Sutra 3.51 | Tadvairāgyād api doṣa-bīja-kṣaye kaivalyam

Yoga Sutra 3.51 | Tadvairāgyād api doṣa-bīja-kṣaye kaivalyam Yoga Sutra 3.51 in Context Sanskrit Text Tadvairāgyād api doṣa-bīja-kṣaye kaivalyam. Literal Translation “Through complete dispassion even toward the highest attainments, the seeds of bondage are destroyed, and liberation (kaivalyam) is attained.” Yoga Sutra 3.51 addresses the importance of developing dispassion (vairāgya) even toward extraordinary powers (siddhis)

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Yoga Sutra 3.50 | Sattvapuruṣānyatākhyāti mātrasya sarvabhāvādhiṣṭhātṛtvaṃ sarvajñātṛtvaṃ ca

Yoga Sutra 3.50 | Sattvapuruṣānyatākhyāti mātrasya sarvabhāvādhiṣṭhātṛtvaṃ sarvajñātṛtvaṃ ca Yoga Sutra 3.50 in Context Sanskrit Text Sattvapuruṣānyatākhyāti mātrasya sarvabhāvādhiṣṭhātṛtvaṃ sarvajñātṛtvaṃ ca. Literal Translation “Through the realization of the distinction between sattva (pure intellect) and puruṣa (soul), mastery over all states of existence and omniscience are attained.” Yoga Sutra 3.50 explores the profound realization of the

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Yoga Sutra 3.49 | Tato manojavitvaṃ vikaraṇabhāvaḥ pradhānajayaśca

Yoga Sutra 3.49 | Tato manojavitvaṃ vikaraṇabhāvaḥ pradhānajayaśca Yoga Sutra 3.49 in Context Sanskrit Text Tato manojavitvaṃ vikaraṇabhāvaḥ pradhānajayaśca. Literal Translation “From that, the ability to move as fast as the mind, independence from the senses, and mastery over the primary cause (prakriti) are attained.” Yoga Sutra 3.49 highlights the extraordinary powers (siddhis) that arise

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