Derrick has led community yoga classes across South Florida.
Derrick has led yoga classes in community settings across South Florida.
LGBTQ+ Inclusive Yoga & Community Wellness with Derrick Higgins
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Derrick Alan Higgins is a community-centered communicator, yoga instructor and wellness guide based in Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors, Florida. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Appalachian State University with a focus on Electronic Media, TV and Radio Broadcasting, along with studies in Psychology and Sociology. After experiencing a transformative shift in his own life through holistic preventative healthcare, Derrick fully committed to a yoga practice, embraced a vegan lifestyle and became a Registered and Certified Yoga Instructor through Yoga Alliance.
Derrick is dedicated to sharing his journey by leading Power Yoga, Vinyasa and Yin Yoga classes in Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors, Florida.
Derrick’s classes are intentionally welcoming to LGBTQ+ youth and adults, allies and neighbors. His focus is creating calm, affirming spaces that support mental and emotional wellbeing, nervous system regulation and a felt sense of safety and belonging.
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This work also reflects strengths in facilitation, inclusive communication, calm leadership, and community engagement that support Derrick’s broader communications and outreach work.
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Derrick providing personalized adjustments and support during the yoga class he leads.
​Power Yoga offerings are currently available in Wilton Manors through private sessions and pop ups.
Join us for a dynamic 60-minute session that fuses power yoga flow with high-intensity movement and music. This class is ideal for anyone looking for a challenging and refreshing workout, offering fantastic cross-training for strength, endurance, and flexibility.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of skill level.
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Enjoy FREE samples of various products Derrick uses after class!
Please remember to bring your mat, hand towel, and water. Dress in comfortable, flexible attire, avoiding loose or long clothing; shorts are recommended.
Derrick's classes feature Vedic Thai Yoga Bodywork, Aromatherapy, Chromatherapy, and Music Healing practices.
Each session invigorates and wraps up with a soothing meditation to elevate your day.
Past community yoga and meditation class in Miami Beach.
Past South Florida yoga and meditation class.
Derrick incorporates Chromatherapy into his classes.
Derrick's classes include Vedic Thai Yoga Bodywork, Aromatherapy, Chromatherapy, and Music Healing techniques.
Derrick motivates his students to incorporate yoga props, such as yoga blocks, in his classes to enhance their postures for improved alignment and comfort.
Derrick Alan Higgins consistently pursues further education in yoga teaching and related training.
Beach Dawg Care and Derrick’s yoga offerings are affirming and inclusive for LGBTQ+ communities, families, friends and allies.
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Derrick offers LGBTQ+ inclusive yoga and community wellness services for residents of Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors and nearby South Florida communities.