This Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training is designed to provide yoga instructors and yoga studio owners with a comprehensive understanding of trauma and its effects on the body, mind, and spirit. With over 27 years of experience in mental health and wellness, this training goes beyond physical adjustments and poses, offering a trauma-informed approach grounded in deep education and ethical practice.

Course Highlights:

• The Meaning of Trauma-Informed: Understand what it truly means to be trauma-informed in yoga and explore the differences between trauma-aware, trauma-sensitive, and trauma-supported approaches.

• The Use of Self: Explore how personal experiences, boundaries, and presence shape the healing process, a foundational concept for any trauma-informed practice.

• Psychological and Psychosocial Safety: Learn what these terms mean, what they aren't, and how to create a safe and supportive environment for all students.

• Ethics of Practice: Navigate the ethical responsibilities of teaching trauma-informed yoga, including language, cues, rephrasing, and respecting each individual’s journey.

• Blueprint for Integration: Gain a practical framework to incorporate trauma-informed principles into your personal practice, your classes, and your business—supporting healing in an ethical, holistic, and empowering way.

This course is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to teach yoga in a way that supports physical, emotional, and mental well-being, helping you create classes that prioritize safety, inclusion, and empowerment. By the end of this training, you will understand how to integrate trauma-informed approaches into every aspect of your teaching and practice.

This course is eligible for 3 Continuing Education (CE) credits through Yoga Alliance.

Whether you’re new to trauma-informed teaching or looking to deepen your practice, this training will empower you to become a more compassionate, effective yoga teacher and studio owner.

Group Sessions Available: For yoga studio owners or groups of 10 or more, tailored group sessions are available to support your team in cultivating a trauma-sensitive environment within your studio. These sessions can be customized to meet the unique needs of your space and students.