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Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
Level 1

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What Will You Learn? 

20 Hours CECs

  • The foundational principles and philosophy of restorative yoga, including its benefits for the body and mind.

  • Key restorative yoga postures and their variations, along with proper alignment and usage of props.

  • Techniques for guiding students into relaxation and deep restorative states through effective sequencing.

  • How to create a safe and supportive environment that encourages healing and self-awareness in students.

  • The physiological effects of restorative yoga on the nervous system and overall well-being.​

  • The role of restorative yoga in stress reduction, emotional balance, and promoting mindfulness in daily life.

Why this training?

The 20-Hour Introduction to Restorative Yoga Teacher Training is an invaluable opportunity for yoga instructors and wellness practitioners to deepen their understanding of restorative practices and their transformative benefits. In today’s fast-paced world, restorative yoga offers a crucial antidote to stress, anxiety, and physical tension, providing tools for relaxation and rejuvenation. This training equips participants with the skills to guide others into profound states of rest and healing, enhancing their ability to create nurturing spaces for students. By learning effective sequencing, proper alignment, and the integration of props, you'll empower your students to cultivate self-awareness and resilience. Whether you’re looking to expand your teaching repertoire or simply wish to deepen your personal practice, this course provides the foundational knowledge to enrich both your journey and the experiences of those you guide.

Meet the Team:

This Course is Recommended for:

  • Yoga teachers looking to expand their knowledge and skills in restorative yoga practices.

  • Individuals interested in becoming certified restorative yoga instructors.

  • Wellness practitioners, such as therapists and life coaches, who want to incorporate restorative techniques into their practice.

  • Students seeking to deepen their personal practice and understanding of restorative yoga.

  • Those interested in exploring tools for stress relief, relaxation, and emotional balance.

  • Practitioners who work with special populations, such as the elderly or individuals with injuries, and want to learn how to adapt restorative practices for their needs.

  • Anyone passionate about enhancing their ability to create supportive and healing environments for themselves and others.

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Sample Daily Schedule - ONLINE

Students will receive:​

  • Weekly workshops ranging from 90 to 120 minutes

  • Online weekend immersions (one or two) depending on the length of the course

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SAMPLE WEEKLY WORKSHOP (1x/week):​

  • 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. : Workshop

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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

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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!

We place emphasis on:

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  • The coupling of modern science’ findings with an in-depth spiritual practice

  • Functional alignment practices for injury prevention

  • Inclusivity, safety, accessibility, and approachable sequencing

  • A grounded, well-rounded and in-depth program

  • An 8 limbs approach to the practice

  • Encouragement, on-going communication and mentorship structures

  • Exploration of what yoga off-the-mat and out in the world looks like

  • Time for Self-Study

La Colmena Core Pillars

Reverence 
for the Roots & Traditions of Yoga

Implementation of Trauma- Informed Practices

Focus on Functional Movement & Injury Prevention

Inclusion of Ayurvedic Principles

Dedication to 
Equity, Community & Service

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What Makes Us Unique?

Aside from going well above and

beyond the current Yoga Alliance

Standards (the global authority on yoga

training qualifying factors and curriculum),

we are also constantly striving to be innovators in the field of preventative health and wellness. At La Colmena we believe in bringing the best of modern scientific research into the in-depth spiritual practices.​

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Our staff is diverse and comes from all over the globe, offering students a variety of perspectives and lived experiences to supplement their studentship. We honor Yoga as a system that was never meant to be exclusive, but rather a path toward remembered wholeness which ALL who want should have access to. 

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What's Included?

  • Access to our live online hours of study

  • Access to your course recordings to look back upon for 1 year after graduation

  • ​Additional digital content for your supplementary practice

  • Systems of mentorship and feedback

  • Your illustrated PDF Yoga Teacher Training manual or worksheets / workbook if required in your course

  • ​Inclusion into a group of staff, faculty, mentors and students as support and resources via email, Facebook and WhatsApp

  • On-going support and communication post-graduation

  • Certificate of Completion for registering CECs with the Yoga Alliance.

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Course Goals

We believe in empowering our students

to hear and trust the voice within!

In this course you will:​

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  • Provide a foundational understanding of restorative yoga principles, philosophy, and benefits.

  • Equip participants with the skills to guide students through restorative postures using props and modifications.

  • Teach effective sequencing techniques to facilitate deep relaxation and stress relief.

  • Develop the ability to create safe, supportive, and nurturing environments for students’ physical and emotional healing.

  • Explore the physiological impact of restorative yoga on the nervous system and overall well-being.

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What's Not Included?

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  • Any Required Texts

  • Manual or worksheet printing costs

What you can expect from our Faculty

Our highly qualified staff is here in service with a mission of advancing the studies of Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork and Ayurveda. Here's what you can expect from our team of global leaders:

  • A high standard of professionalism and dedication to the students

  • Their own long-term studies and on-going commitment to education

  • Commitment to equity and non-discrimination within the classroom (live and online)

  • An approachable demeanor, responsive in communication 

  • Adherence to the Colmena Collective core pillars and ethical standards 

  • An 8 limbs approach to the practice

  • Responsible mentorship

  • A dedication to practicing Yoga off the mat

  • Regular participation in their own feedback systems and regular student and peer review processes.

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