200-HOUR

Trauma-Informed Yoga
Psychology Teacher Training

Trauma-Informed Yoga
Psychology Teacher Training

Are you ready to deepen your yoga studentship from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, decolonial & accessible lens? 

Our trainings are grounded in decolonization, anti-oppression, social justice, and anti-racism, as these concepts are inherent to trauma-informed care.

We are excited to learn with & from you!

Please read through this page... & when you are ready, please complete the 200-Hour YTT application. 

200-HOUR

Trauma-Informed Yoga
Psychology Teacher Training

Trauma-Informed Yoga
Psychology Teacher Training

Are you ready to deepen your yoga studentship from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, decolonial & accessible lens? 

Our trainings are grounded in decolonization, anti-oppression, social justice, and anti-racism, as these concepts are inherent to trauma-informed care.

We are excited to learn with & from you!

Please read through this page... & when you are ready, please complete the 200-Hour YTT application. 

Trauma-Informed. Anti-Oppressive.
Accessible. Eight Limb Yoga.

Trauma-Informed. Anti-Oppressive.
Accessible. Eight Limb Yoga.

Indigenous led by Dr. Melissa Jay, C-IAYT, E-RYT, RCYT, RPYT
along with Incredible Faculty

*No Previous Yoga Training Required*

Trauma-Informed. Anti-Oppressive.
Accessible. Eight Limb Yoga.

Trauma-Informed. Anti-Oppressive.
Accessible.
Eight Limb Yoga.

Indigenous led by Dr. Melissa Jay, E-RYT, RCYT, RPYT
along with Incredible Faculty

*No Previous Yoga Training Required*

WELCOME

The intention for Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School is to support you in learning ways to honour the roots of yoga and integrate yoga psychology into your life. This 200-hour yoga teacher training adheres to the Yoga Alliance training standards and offers you a thorough understanding how trauma-informed care to empower the folks you support, on and off of the yoga mat. This teacher training is open to anyone interested in deepening their practice!

We will meet live, via Zoom, for 10 Friday workshops & 5 weekend workshop-style modules to complete your contact hours. You will also complete two self-paced courses and required home study readings, at your own pace. Each live workshop is designed to resemble a retreat-like format with time dedicated to creating a sacred space to support authentic and meaningful connections with like-minded souls.  

From a nurturing attachment-based approach, you will be invited to experience all practices and teachings for yourself, with the intention of empowering you as a helping professional and yoga teacher. With trauma being a sensitive topic, each student is required to complete an application for enrollment with special attention on how you plan to support yourself, mind-body-spirit-heart, throughout the training.

Extra Early-Bird Tuition, 
Paid-in-Full

  $2500.00 + gst

Includes a $500
non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 
Available until April 30th!

Early-Bird Tuition, 
Paid-in-Full

 $2750.00 + gst

Includes a $500
non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 
Available until June 30th!

Regular Tuition, 
Paid-in-Full

 $3200.00 + gst

Includes a $500
non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 

Regular Tuition, Payment Plan

$3400.00 + gst

Includes a $500 non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 

*If for some reason you are not accepted into this program, your tuition will be refunded, in-full* 

Extra Early-Bird Tuition, 
Paid-in-Full

  $2500.00 + gst

Includes a $500
non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 
Offer closes April 30th, 2023

Early-Bird Tuition, 
Paid-in-Full

 $2750.00 + gst

Includes a $500 non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 
Offer closes June 30th!!

Regular Tuition, 
Paid-in-Full

 $3200.00 + gst

Includes a $500
non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 

Regular Tuition, Payment Plan

$3400.00 + gst

Includes a $500 non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot 

*If for some reason you are not accepted into this program, your tuition will be refunded, in-full* 

TESTIMONIALS

Emily "This teacher training has been revolutionary and I am amazed as I watch what is blooming in me. This experience has changed my life and I wasn't expecting that. I feel I have found my voice and I am starting to take up more space in the world to create the things my heart desires. So much gratitude to all the teachers and to you Alex for all your support. Not only has this experience changed me but it's flowing through me and out into the world. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you."
Anissa  "The Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School's teacher training was a magically authentic experience... This training helped me not only find connection to an amazing yoga community, but also to myself. The teachers reignited my love of yoga and psychology and created a sense of confidence within me as I move forward within both these fields. I cannot recommend this training enough for anyone who is looking for inspiration and a community!"
Janine  "Choose yourself & do it! You could never regret this experience. I have learned so much professionally, but what really caught me off guard was how much I've learned about myself personally from this experience! This training is not just for those wanting to teach. Everyone can benefit from this training---you will grow in a multitude of ways. It truly will transform you, and you will be so grateful for the knowledge and growth!"
Randi  “I overall truly appreciated the ability to learn and share from my lived experience as an Indigenous learner/practitioner. I was able to feel at ease and find space to explore and release what was not serving the highest and best version of myself. I intend to bring this forward while integrating a two-eyed seeing approach to my teaching. Thank you for this experience and I look forward to reconnecting and for continued learning."

TESTIMONIALS

Emily "This teacher training has been revolutionary and I am amazed as I watch what is blooming in me. This experience has changed my life and I wasn't expecting that. I feel I have found my voice and I am starting to take up more space in the world to create the things my heart desires. So much gratitude to all the teachers and to you Alex for all your support. Not only has this experience changed me but it's flowing through me and out into the world. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you."
Anissa  "The Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School's teacher training was a magically authentic experience... This training helped me not only find connection to an amazing yoga community, but also to myself. The teachers reignited my love of yoga and psychology and created a sense of confidence within me as I move forward within both these fields. I cannot recommend this training enough for anyone who is looking for inspiration and a community!"
Janine  "Choose yourself & do it! You could never regret this experience. I have learned so much professionally, but what really caught me off guard was how much I've learned about myself personally from this experience! This training is not just for those wanting to teach. Everyone can benefit from this training---you will grow in a multitude of ways. It truly will transform you, and you will be so grateful for the knowledge and growth!"
Randi  “I overall truly appreciated the ability to learn and share from my lived experience as an Indigenous learner/practitioner. I was able to feel at ease and find space to explore and release what was not serving the highest and best version of myself. I intend to bring this forward while integrating a two-eyed seeing approach to my teaching. Thank you for this experience and I look forward to reconnecting and for continued learning."

Learning Objectives

 Students will deepen their understanding of honouring, rather than appropriating, the practice of yoga with particular emphasis on Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga within the Yoga Sutras.
 Students will learn to integrate yoga standards and ethics with the existing ethical standards in their professions.
 Students will gain a thorough understanding of the impact of trauma and how yoga psychology can empower folks, on and off their mats. 
 Students will experience all practices and teachings, as both participants and facilitators, with the intention of enhancing empathy and compassion.
 Students will deepen their understanding of how physical and energetic anatomy apply to yoga, through a trauma-informed lens.

*Virtual, via Zoom*
Fall Cohort:

September 8th - November 12th, 2023

10 Fridays & 4 Weekend Modules

Fridays

5pm-8pm MST

Sept 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th;
Oct 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th;
Nov 3rd, 10th

Module 1

9am-7pm MST

September 9 & 10th

Module 2

9am-7pm MST

Sept 30th & Oct 1st

Module 3

9am-7pm MST

October 21st & 22nd

Module 4

9am-7pm MST

November 11th & 12th

MEET YOUR FACULTY

*Please click on our photos, to read our bios*

Dr. Melissa Jay
she/her

Tân'si, Hello! 

Be who you needed when you were younger. This message guides me.
As an Indigenous, Nehiyaw member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, it is a joy to walk alongside incredible souls who are dedicated to self-awareness & community care. I honour my ᓀᐦᐃᔭᐍ Nehiyawe (Cree) culture, by sitting with Elders/Knowledge Keepers, and decolonizing myself by infusing spirit into everything.

As a psychologist & assistant professor, it is a privilege to decolonize community care and at the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School it is a joy to collaborate alongside my inspiring friends who are faculty! Please click on their photos, below, to read their bios!

We cannot wait to learn and, most importantly, unlearn, with you!

With goodness,
Dr. Melissa Jay

A Message from Alex | she/her
Student Support & Coordinator

I’m Alex! I am a 500-Hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher & the Coordinator for Canmore Counselling!

I offer Student Support, Program Coordination & Home Study Review, which I love.

Please reach out to me, anytime, via email or book a call!

My email is: ytt@canmorecounselling.com

Alex Zúñiga 
she/her

MIKE YUDCOVITCH 
he/him/his

SIMMI LATULIPPE 
she/her

GURMUKH AUJLA
him/his

REENA SAMRA
she/her

JULIE SEIBT 
she/her

SWAATI MEHRA-RAMCHARAN 
she/her

CAROLYN SHAW 
she/her

ANNE DOUGLAS
she/her

LINDSEY WILLIAMS
she/her

HAYLEY MOLINA
she/her

TASH FRANCESCA
she/her

ALEX & MELISSA
she/her

MEET YOUR FACULTY

*Please click on our photos, to read our bios*

Dr. Melissa Jay
she/her

Tân'si, Hello! 
Be who you needed when you were younger. This message guides me.
As an Indigenous, Nehiyaw member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, it is a joy to walk alongside incredible souls who are dedicated to self-awareness & community care. I honour my ᓀᐦᐃᔭᐍ Nehiyawe (Cree) culture, by sitting with Elders/Knowledge Keepers, and decolonizing myself by infusing spirit into everything.

As a psychologist & assistant professor, it is a privilege to decolonize community care and at the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School it is a joy to collaborate alongside my inspiring friends who are faculty! Please click on their photos, below, to read their bios!

We cannot wait to learn and, most importantly, unlearn, with you!

With goodness,
Dr. Melissa Jay

A Message from Alex | she/her
Student Support & Coordinator

I’m Alex! I am a 500-Hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher & the Coordinator for Canmore Counselling!

I offer Student Support, Program Coordination & Home Study Review, which I love.

Please reach out to me, anytime, via email or book a call!

My email is: ytt@canmorecounselling.com 

Alex Zúñiga
she/her

MIKE YUDCOVITCH 
he/him

SIMMI LATULIPPE 
she/her

GURMUKH AUJLA
him/his

REENA SAMRA
she/her

JULIE SEIBT 
she/her

SWAATI MEHRA-RAMCHARAN 
she/her

CAROLYN SHAW 
she/her

ANNE DOUGLAS
she/her

LINDSEY WILLIAMS
she/her

HAYLEY MOLINA
she/her

TASH FRANCESCA
she/her

ALEX & MELISSA
she/her

We are honoured to be part of your lifelong yoga studentship!

Curriculum

Workshop style learning and integration themes:

Learning with Melissa

  • Trauma Theory & Intro to Neuropsychology
  • ​Trauma-Informed Principles, Pillars & Practices​
  • ​Cultural Appreciation
  • ​Ethical Practice, On and Off the Mat
  • ​Trauma-Informed Yin & Restorative Asana Practices
  • ​Community Care

Learning with Michael

  • The Psychology of Yoga

Learning with Gurmukh

  • Living Yoga
  • ​Trauma-Informed Community Care

Learning with Reena

  • The Nuance of ​Choice making
  • ​Yoga for Equity, Off the Mat

Learning with Carolyn

  • Community Care
  • ​Yoga for Equity, Off the Mat

Learning with Simmi

  • Listening to the Whispers of Your Body
  • ​Chakra Yoga: Root & Sacral Chakras

Learning with Julie

  • Befriending Pranayama & Asana
  • Honouring Your Heart: Yoga Nidra

Learning with Swaati

  • A Deep Dive into Patanjali's Eight Limb Path
  • ​Yoga for Pelvic Health 

Learning with Anne

  • The Psychophysiology of Pranayama

Learning with Lindsey

  • Anatomy of Pain

Learning with Hayley

  • Grounding Self-Massage & Embodiment

Daily Schedule:

Fridays 5pm-8pm MST

Integration breaks:
6:30-6:45pm MST

Saturday 9am-7pm MST

Integration breaks: 
12:00 - 1:00pm & 4:00-5:00pm MST

Sunday 9am-7pm MST

Integration breaks: 
12:00 - 1:00pm & 4:00-5:00pm MST

What Tuition Includes

Manual Workbook

Official Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology
School 200-Hour Manual Workbook 

Support Network with Like-Minded Souls

Connect and stay connected to a group of helping professionals dedicated to growth & learning 

Certificate of Completion

Certificate of completion, enabling eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200.

Integrated Eight Limb Yoga Practices

We will empower you in deepening your own practice, by honouring yoga's roots.

Experiential Learning

Each module is created to feel like a retreat for you, while you grow as a trauma-informed yoga teacher.

Self-Paced Courses

Befriending Asana & Pranayama with Julie Seibt
Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology | On & Off the Mat | with Dr. Melissa Jay

What Tuition Includes

Manual Workbook

Official Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology
School 200-Hour Manual Workbook 

Support Network with Like-Minded Souls

Connect and stay connected to a group of helping professionals dedicated to growth & learning 

Certificate of Completion

Certificate of completion, enabling eligibility to
register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200.

Integrated Eight Limb Yoga Practices

We will empower you in deepening your own practice, by honouring yoga's roots.

Experiential Learning

Each module is thoughtfully created to feel like
a retreat for you, while you grow as a trauma-informed yoga psychology teacher.

Two Self-Paced Course

Befriending Asana & Pranayama with Julie Seibt
Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology, On & Off the Mat
with Dr. Melissa Jay

Yoga Is For Everyone!​

Here is some information for those considering applying for a scholarship: 

​Eligible recipients must complete the 200-Hour YTT application. In your application please let us know that you would like to be considered for the scholarship and we will include additional information within your welcome email.

​Please note that these scholarships are not available for the extra early-bird tuition as that rate was created to enhance affordability for all. 

Required Reading & Home Study

Required Readings & Reflections

  • Embrace Yoga’s Roots by Susanna Barkataki
  • What Happened to You? by Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah
  • ​Skill in Action by Michelle Cassandra Johnson
*Please note that tuition does not include required readings costs*

Recommended Asana Books:

  •  Accessible Yoga by Jivana Heyman​
  • Yoga for Every Body by Dianne Bondy
  • Overcoming Trauma Through Yoga by David Emerson
*Please note that tuition does not include required readings costs*

Required Reading & Home Study

Required Readings & Reflections

  • Embrace Yoga’s Roots by Susanna Barkataki
  • What Happened to You? by Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah
  • ​Skill in Action by Michelle Cassandra Johnson
*Please note that tuition does not include required readings & unexpected costs*

Recommended Asana Books:

  •  Accessible Yoga by Jivana Heyman​
  • Yoga for Every Body by Dianne Bondy
  • Overcoming Trauma Through Yoga by David Emerson
*Please note that tuition does not include required reading & unexpected costs*

Refund Policy

The $500 (+gst) initial deposit is non-refundable. As soon as students enroll, we are working behind the scenes to make the school fit well for you! Students also receive access to the required self-paced courses which they can continue working on if they need to withdraw from the course. 

If a student needs to withdraw from the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School's yoga teacher training, more than two months prior to the start date, tuition will be refunded, less the $500 (+gst) non-refundable initial deposit.

If a student needs to withdraw from the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School, within two months of the start date, there will be no refunds, however, the student may enroll next time it is offered, after re-applying and paying the non-refundable deposit.

Please reach out to Alex with any questions you have :)

Please reach out to Alex with any questions you have :)

Dr. Melissa Jay 

is an Indigenous, Nehiyaw-Métis member of the Métis Nation of Alberta. Canmore Counselling is located Chuwapchipchiyân Kudi Bi (translated from Îyârhe Nakoda as “shooting at the willows”), colonially known as Canmore. We are located the beautiful Rocky Mountains which is considered Treaty 7 land, the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda, including the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Wesley First Nations, as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations, and home of Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III. As an act of reconciliation and decolonization, may we work together to answer the TRC's Calls to Action: Truth & Reconciliation Commission Reports and Findings. 

At Canmore Counselling we are also priveleged to be yoga students, practitoners, and guides. Our offerings are dedicated to honouring the root of yoga and learning from and amplifying the voices of South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.

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