50Hr Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga Alliance YACEP Certification
Dates: 20 – 26 April 2025 | Price: Starting from $1150 USD
This educational and experiential training in a retreat-style setting is a comprehensive merging of modern science and ancient yogic wisdom to better support students with a history of trauma and maladaptive stress responses. Learn trauma-informed teaching techniques to establish a safe and supportive environment for yourself and your students. Through this 50hr Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training, you will gain the knowledge and necessary tools to more effectively work with individuals who have experienced trauma, and better understand how to safely guide and support students and clients along their path of recovery and healing.
As a yoga teacher, coach or wellness leader, it is crucial to be aware of the prevalence of trauma and maladaptive stress responses in our current society. Enhancing your understanding of trauma-sensitive yoga techniques and science-based somatic practices can enable you to make a significant difference for your students, community and yourself. By cultivating a safe and nurturing environment, you can promote deeper self-awareness, foster connection, improve trust, build empowerment, and help your students or clients embody the yoga teachings for personal development and more impactful growth for students of all backgrounds.
What You Will Gain in this Comprehensive Program:
EDUCATIONAL KNOWLEDGE:
- The significance of mental health, trauma, and a maladaptive stress response
- In-depth neuroscience education related to trauma, maladaptive stress responses, the brain, and the power of neuroplasticity
- Key neurochemicals and hormones related to trauma and our stress response
- Education of the autonomic nervous system, modern theories and approaches
- How to recognize and understand signs of dysregulation, and how to guide students through nervous system regulation techniques
- Detailed exploration into concepts of the nervous system, such as the Polyvagal Theory, Window of Tolerance, neuroception, interoception, and effective modalities and techniques for nervous system regulation and resiliency
- Understanding the ancient wisdom of yoga philosophy, and its correlation to modern science
- How and why mindfulness is a foundation to healing and thriving
Effective Tools & Techniques:
- Meditation and Pranayama techniques useful for trauma recovery and regulation
- Introduction to effective somatic practices
- Trauma-informed teaching methodologies to ensure you create a safe and effective environment for yourself and your students in group classes and private sessions, class set-up, structure, and key differences in teaching traditional public classes
- Practical tools to develop self-regulation, co-regulation, and attunement
Personal Development & Self-growth:
- Develop yourself at a deeper level
- Understand your personal stress responses
- Practice personalized yoga & somatic techniques to regular the nervous system regulation
- Embody exponential growth within yourself personally and professionally
- Gain new lifelong friendships with global yoga community
Cultivating a trauma-informed approach is crucial for the evolving landscape of teachers, educators, and coaches, ensuring they can effectively and compassionately support individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Integrating the wisdom of yoga with modern science and evidence-based tools is essential for fostering a safer and more informed environment, enabling a profound and meaningful journey of personal growth for all.
KEY AREAS OF LEARNING:
- Education on the neuroscience of trauma: deep dive into: the triune brain, neurochemicals, polyvagal theory, windows of tolerance, neuroception, interoception
- Education on yogic philosophy and how it relates to trauma and maladaptive stress responses: 8-limbs of yoga, gunas, koshas, kleshas, philosophy, and more
- Practices: Meditations, Pranayama, Yoga, and Somatic Techniques to help rewire the brain, and regulate the nervous system
- Learn how to take the education and practical techniques into more safely teaching group classes, and private clients with a history of trauma: co-regulation, attunement, self-regulation, titration, pendulation, remaining in the window of tolerance, interoception, and much more.
(Full Curriculum will be provided upon enrollment)
The curriculum
- Module 1: Mental Health Awareness: Trauma, Maladaptive Stress Response, Intro to Somatic Therapy
- Module 2: The Brain: Triune Brain, Neuroplasticity, Neurotransmitters & Hormones, Mindfulness
- Module 3: The Nervous System: Polyvagal Theory, Window of Tolerance, Nervous System Regulation techniques
- Module 4: Yogic Philosophy & Sutras, as it relates to Trauma & Stress Response
- Module 5: Trauma-Informed Teaching Methodologies: Class preparation, set-up, teaching methodologies for group classes, speciality group classes, teaching methodologies for 1:1 sessions, introduction to somatic practices
- Module 6: A toolbox of practices will be sprinkled throughout this week-long training, as well as a deeper review of all practices at the end for you feel comfortable integrating the practices more deeply into your into your life and your teachings
For registered yoga teachers who would like to receive their 50hr CEU’s via Yoga Alliance, a quiz and practicum will be required.
(Full schedule will be provided upon enrollment)
Sample daily schedule
SESSION TIMES | SERVICE |
|---|---|
7:00 – 9:00am | Meditation/Pranayama/Yoga Practice |
9:00 – 9:30am | Breakfast & Spa |
9:30 – 11:00am | Lecture |
11:00 – 1:00pm | Lecture |
1:00 – 2:30pm | Lunch & Self Study |
2:30 – 3:30pm | Lecture |
3:30 – 5:00pm | Mindfulness Practices |
5:00 – 6:30pm | Evening Restorative Yoga Practice or Self-Study |
6:30 – 7:30pm | Dinner & Spa |
This Holistic Program Is Designed For:
- Yoga teachers who want to broaden their yogic knowledge and expand their student base
- Mental health professionals who want to better serve their patients with holistic healing tools
- Wellness Educators & Coaches who desire to more effectively support their clients
- Anyone interested understanding and supporting one’s own trauma or maladaptive stress responses, or to better understand and support a loved one with a history of trauma
Your Team
Katie Nesbitt, USA
LEAD TRAINER
Katie is a globally recognized educator, yoga teacher, and somatic therapy expert with an extensive international reach. With an educational background in sports psychology and neuroscience, and accredited certifications in Somatic Therapy, 500-hour E-RYT, Breathwork Facilitator, Meditation Guide, Level 2 Reiki Practitioner, and Certified Coach, she seamlessly integrates numerous modalities for a holistic and integrative approach to supporting others along their path to optimal well-being. Specializing in somatic therapy, yoga, mindfulness, meditation, and active breathwork, Katie also extends her expertise to consulting Fortune 10 & 100 Corporate Wellness Programs in the U.S., where she actively supports employee mental health.
With a passion for trauma-informed teachings, Katie conducts transformative trainings worldwide, leaving an important impact on countless individuals. Her teachings empower others to enhance their mental, emotional, and physical well-being, equipping them with invaluable tools to safely move through stress, grief, addiction and trauma. Learn more about Katie: www.katienesbitt.com
Aylan Kai,USA
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
If you meet Aylan on the mat, take a yoga or kundalini class with her, you wouldn’t believe she lived a completely different life today than she did less than 5 years ago. Prior to devoting herself completely to the yogic path and walking the spiritual journey of self-inquiry and consistent sadhana practices, she is a former marketing executive, data scientist & analytics professional with a highly successful, 20-year career leading Fortune 100 and 500 global brands to success. As she was pitching and winning over big clients, she was equally dedicated to her yoga practice and enjoying both endeavors along parallel paths. Later, she left the corporate world behind when she decided to follow her Heart and move to Bali, exploring the depths of her Soul through yoga. It was when she started listening to her Heart that everything opened and expanded for her. She now lives beyond her dreams, a life of true bliss, joy, abundance and love on the magical isle of the gods. She shares both her knowledge and deep yoga experience along with her expertise from the corporate world with others, thus enabling those who desire to live in the spiritual world with equally professional success.
Aylan is a RYT500 Yoga Teacher, Yin & Yoga Teacher Trainer, Kundalini Teacher, Reiki Healer, Seer and Founder of Aylan Yoga School.
Choose Your Package
Basic Package: $1150US
- Course Fee + Training Materials + Manual
- Welcome Blessings Ceremony & Final Graduation
- 50hr Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Certificate as YACEP; hours may be added towards your Continuing Education with Yoga Alliance
All-Inclusive Package: $1350US
- Course Fee + Training Materials + Manual
- Welcome Blessings Ceremony & Final Graduation
- 50hr Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Certificate as YACEP; hours may be added towards your Continuing Education with Yoga Alliance
- 3 daily meals & beverages from The Istana Organic Kitchen
- All-access detox spa facilities (includes a steam sauna, dry sauna, infrared sauna, hot/cold plunge pools, infinity pool, and sunset bonfire)
- 1 daily biohacking treatments (choose from cryotherapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, sensory deprivation tank)
All-Inclusive Package + Shared Dorm: $2350US
- Course Fee + Training Materials + Manual
- Welcome Blessings Ceremony & Final Graduation
- 50hr Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Certificate as YACEP; hours may be added towards your Continuing Education with Yoga Alliance
- 3 daily meals & beverages from The Istana Organic Kitchen
- All-access detox spa facilities (includes a steam sauna, dry sauna, infrared sauna, hot/cold plunge pools, infinity pool, and sunset bonfire)
- 1 daily biohacking treatments (choose from cryotherapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, sensory deprivation tank)
- 6 Nights/7 Days in Shared Dorm (king bed, eco-friendly linens, ensuite bathroom)
Yoga @ The Istana
Yoga @ The Istana has one mission: to be the community of conscious creators who have an uncompromising task to live according to our own rhythm, under our own sovereignty and aligned to our own purpose.
Practice With Purpose.
Our Promise:
- Create an open and loving space for everyone to access all the ancient techniques and teachings passed down from the great masters.
- Provide authentic, internationally-trained and highly experienced instructors unique to their crafts and individuality.
- Play creatively with these teachings adaptable for today’s changing world.
Our 50H Trauma-Informed Yoga Training Program is YACEP Accredited.
About the Location
Called the Isle of the Gods, there is a special reason why the Balinese devote their lives in ceremony to the gods and why so many foreigners are drawn to this intricate island of healing, expansion, transformation & growth. Ultimately, finding their way back to themselves, finding our way back to ourselves. Back home
In Uluwatu, Bali, the air is sweet, the land is pure and the Balinese people with their beautiful culture will keep you captivated in all its magic - pure magic. Wake up to an endless ocean. Practice yoga on a breathtaking cliffside yoga hall. Nourish your body with organic meals. Optimise performance with the latest biohacking tools. Meditate on the sunset and connect with others in a natural paradise. This is The Istana.
The Istana is a 5-star, purpose-built, luxury retreat center sitting cliffside in Uluwatu, Bali, the most southern point in Bali, Indonesia. By combining ancient and modern tools, The Istana allows technology and tradition to exist side-by-side, where modern bio-hacking methods (cryotherapy, sensory deprivation tanks, infrared saunas and hyperbaric chambers) are being utilised in tandem with meditation, yoga, and breathwork. The Istana believes that world-class people deserve world-class experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Katie is certified by Yoga Alliance and our curriculum is YACEP accredited.
You will receive a 50Hr Trauma-Informed & Somatics Yoga Teacher Training Certificate.
If you’re a Certified Yoga Instructor, these training hours may be added towards your Continuing Education with the Yoga Alliance.
This program is perfect for both men and women interested in learning more around the concepts of trauma, the neuroscience of mental health, and yoga. We will cover the foundational aspects of mental health, trauma, maladaptive stress responses, yoga and yoga philosophy related to the body-mind connection, and do daily practices and experiential techniques for you to feel the effects on your mind and body to learn more about yourself, regulate the nervous system and begin to rewire key components of your brain’s neural wiring in a safe and supportive environment. This course is designed for those seeking real knowledge of trauma and a maladaptive stress response, with real and practical techniques to empower you to process emotions, experiences, and step more fully into life.
Yes, many of our students take the training to gain knowledge, curiosity, greater compassion and understanding of themselves at a deeper, mind-body level. This training is centered around an educational approach to science and an experiential approach to yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and breathwork.
This course is taught in English only.
Payments are non-refundable & non-transferable. If for some reason you cannot attend the training, you can apply the credit to any future trainings within 12 months. No refunds or credits once the course has started.
Bali is open to all international travel, however restrictions may vary country by country. We can connect you with our travel & visa agent who will assist you with all necessary travel requirements into Bali.
We are here for you and happy to answer all your questions. Please email us at yoga@theistana.com.
