Aaron Hoopes is a native of Vermont and the founder of the Art of Zen Yoga. He has studied the martial arts, Eastern philosophy, ancient history and alternative medicine in the United States, Australia, and Japan for over twenty-eight years. He has a degree in Asian History and Japanese Culture from Tulane University and spent a number of years in Japan studying under the chief instructor at the headquarters of the Japan Karate Association. He holds a third degree black belt in Japanese Shotokan Karate and is a certified instructor and one of the Hoitsugan Instructors. He is also certified as an instructor of Shanti Yoga and Meditation as well as Tamashii Tai Chi. He has trained for many years in Qigong Energy Healing and studied Zen Shiatsu in Japan. In addition, he has extensive knowledge of Hatha and Iyengar Yoga, White Crane Qigong, Tong Long Kung-Fu (Praying Mantis style), Southern Fist Kung-Fu, XingYiQuan, Wing Chun Kung-Fu, Okinawan Karate, Shorinji Kenpo, and Zen Meditation. He maintains a deep respect for and connection with the Earth.
Aaron’s Blog: Wandering Sage Wisdom
Aaron’s Books
-Zen Yoga: A Path to Enlightenment through Breathing, Movement and Meditation
-Breathe Smart: The Secret to Happiness, Health and Long Life
-Perfecting Ourselves: Coordinating Body, Mind and Spirit.
-The Zen Anti-Diet: Mindful Eating for Health, Vitality and Weight Loss
-Catch the Cat (Children’s book)
-Tales of Ancient Wisdom
-Update: Japan – A Guide to Living and Working in Japan
Aaron’s Media
The Zen Yoga Daily Warm-Up DVD
Inner Sunrise Deep Relaxation CD
He has presented hundreds of workshops around the world including at the Sakai Shibu in Japan, the Shanti Yoga Meditation Institute of Australia, the Safety and Health Council of Northern New England, the American Massage Therapist Association, Yale University, Dartmouth College, and the University of Vermont
Aaron is available for demonstrations, seminars, workshops and personal training. Classes, private sessions and Zen Shiatsu massage are available by appointment at Mountain Qi, located in Vermont.