Trauma-Sensitive Techniques 101:
Foundations of Trauma-Informed Yoga

30 Hours CECs

Introduction to Trauma and Its Impact: Overview of trauma, types of trauma (acute, chronic, complex), and how it affects the body, brain, and nervous system.
The Science of Trauma: Understanding the nervous system, fight/flight/freeze responses, and trauma’s effects on the body’s physiology.
Core Principles of Trauma-Informed Yoga: Safety, choice, empowerment, trust, and collaboration in trauma-sensitive teaching.
Creating Safe Spaces: How to set up trauma-sensitive environments, including language, tone, and physical setup of the yoga space.
Yoga Practices for Grounding and Stabilization: Specific yoga techniques for grounding, regulating the nervous system, and providing a sense of safety.
Teacher Self-Awareness: Cultivating the teacher's own emotional regulation and understanding personal boundaries when working with trauma survivors.

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What Will You Learn?
Part 1: Foundations of Trauma-Informed Yoga

Why this training?

Becoming a trauma-informed yoga teacher is crucial in today’s world as it equips instructors with the skills to create safer, more inclusive environments for all students. Trauma-informed yoga recognizes that everyone’s journey is unique, emphasizing empathy, respect, and non-judgmental support. This approach fosters healing by empowering students to reconnect with their bodies in a gentle, mindful way, reducing the risk of re-traumatization with yoga and wellness spaces. As a trauma-informed yoga teacher, you’ll not only enhance your ability to connect with and support your students but also contribute to a more compassionate and healing community.

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This Course is Recommended for:

Everyone working in the yoga field!
Yoga teachers and wellness professionals seeking to support individuals with trauma in a safe, compassionate, and informed way.
Therapists, counselors, or mental health practitioners who wish to incorporate body-based healing practices into their therapeutic work.
Individuals working in social work, education, or healthcare who interact with trauma survivors and want to better understand the role of yoga in trauma recovery.
Yoga practitioners who have personally experienced trauma and want to deepen their understanding of trauma-sensitive practices.
Anyone interested in learning how to create inclusive, supportive, and healing spaces for those who may be navigating trauma.

Sample Daily Schedule - ONLINE

Students will receive:

1 weekly workshop ranging from 90 to 120 minutes
Online weekend immersions (one or two) depending on the length of the course

SAMPLE WEEKLY WORKSHOP (1x/week):

5:00 to 8:00 p.m. : Workshop

SAMPLE SCHEDULE FOR ONLINE WEEKEND IMMERSIONS:

6:00 to 8:00 a.m. : Morning Sadhana
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. : Breakfast Break
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. : Workshop
11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. : Workshop
12:45 p.m. : Lunch Break
12:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. : Workshop
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. : Workshop
6:00 p.m. : Workshop

Why Should You Choose La Colmena?

We support students from all over the globe in graduating with an understanding of the foundations of yoga and in-depth studies on their niche of choice! Graduates of our programs can be found in most corners of the world and in a variety of different settings!

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