Backpack Brad

Life out of a backpack.

Short stories, trip updates, and other fun topics from my hiking and traveling adventures.

D5: Solo Barce
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D5: Solo Barce

I am alone in Barcelona… so what do I do? Sleep in, take naps in city parks, and go to yoga. The best part is meeting a fellow yogi and getting dinner.

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D4: Barce Wanderings
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D4: Barce Wanderings

Europeans do coffee different, and my first yoga class post teacher training is a little rough for me. We end the day with spectacular views of the city.

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D3: Spanish Coast (Costa Brava)
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D3: Spanish Coast (Costa Brava)

We rent a car (my first time driving internationally!) and escape the city to drive up the coast of Spain known as Costa Brava. Beautiful beaches ensued. A wonderful adventure day. 

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D2: Barcelona
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D2: Barcelona

I walk through a downpour on my way to my flight to Barcelona where I meet up with friends, see my first European fútbol match, lose my aperol spritz virginity, and ear delicious food. 

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YTT Finale
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YTT Finale

We host our graduation and it is official — I am a certified yoga teacher!

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Teaching my first class
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Teaching my first class

Holy cow. I teach my first yoga class (well, half of a full class but hey it counts). Spoiler alert: a lady who only spoke very little English showed up. Yikes.

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Week 4 YTT, pt 1
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Week 4 YTT, pt 1

Into our final week we go. I learn about prenatal yoga, take a final exam, and prep to teach my first class.. yikes!

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