Mark Roule, RYT 500, is a Kripalu Yoga teacher, certified qigong practice leader, and nature connection and forest bathing guide who leads R&R and other programs at Kripalu. Mark creates a safe and supportive space for others to explore and extend their experiential edge in the rejuvenating, restorative beauty of the great outdoors. He is especially interested in how mindfulness nurtures creativity, as well as practicing in nature to cultivate love, compassion, and respect for self and all beings. He holds wilderness EMT/lifeguard, instructor-level kayak, stand up paddleboard, and snowboard certifications. Mark is also a composer, guitarist, and producer who has contributed to Grammy- and Oscar-winning productions.