Advanced Yoga Therapy Module Schedule
(Part of the 300 hour and 800 hour Yoga Therapy Programs)
* All modules are online and blended hybrid.
These modules are open to:
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- Students registered in the 300 Hour Advanced Teacher of Therapeutic Yoga Program (RYT-500)
- Students registered in the 800 Hour Accredited Yoga Therapy Training Program (1000 hours)
- Yoga teachers with an RYT-200 Certification and one year of practice and teaching who want to take an individual module
- Any health care professional who wishes to take an individual module (certificates can only be given to people with a RYT-200 Certification)
Modules count as continuing education credits (CEC) for the Yoga Alliance and IAYT. When applying for the CEC credit with the Yoga Alliance, select the Instructor who led the module as the education provider. Any modules taken before you register in the programs will be credits counted toward the 300 or 800 hour Yoga Therapy Programs.
Weekend Module Hours are Friday 5 – 8:30 PM, and Saturday and Sunday unless otherwise specified
9 AM – 5 PM, PST.
Click to register for either the 300-Hour or 800-Hour Yoga Therapy Training programs.
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Tensegrity Level 2
Instructors: Michelle Schroeder and Julie Chapman
Date: December 6-8, 2024 (5-8:30pm Friday, Sat & Sun 9am-4pm)
Tuition: $380
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(Online) This workshop explores Biotensegrity and the Anatomy Train system to gain a complete understanding of the body. The primary focus is Polyvagal theory and the role of fascia in mediating between the nervous system and the physical body. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of how mechanoreceptors and nociceptors support awareness of proprioception, interoception, and pain perception. 9 Myofascia tools will be explored.
The Tensegrity Repair Series will be adapted for different planes of motion and can be practiced while seated.
Prerequisite is Level 1 Yoga Tensegrity and Fascia workshop.
Yoga, Trauma, and Mental Health
Instructor: Nicole Marcia
Date: January 11, 12, 18 & 19, 2025
Tuition: $420
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(Hybrid) How can yoga be applied therapeutically for individuals who have experienced trauma? Traumatic events may lead to isolation and feelings of helplessness. Traumatized individuals may develop addictions, mental illness, and a variety of dysfunctional coping strategies. Trauma sensitive yoga teaching skills to effectively and compassionately work with this population include specific asana sequences, pranayama, and grounding techniques. *Note the first weekend will be online only. The second weekend will have an in-person option.
Exploring Yoga, Tensegrity, and Fascia
Instructors: Michelle Schroeder & Brett Holland
Date: January 24-26, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) This module will give you a better understanding of the fascial layers of the body. Learn how the fascial system helps us to understand movement patterns and restrictions, how the body is connected and how specific movement and breath tools such as the Tensegrity Repair Series can help our yoga therapy clients.
Backcare Yoga
Instructors: Jules Payne & Kathryn Kusyszyn
Date: January 31-February 2, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) Back pain is the most common health complaint in North America and one of the top reasons for missed work days. In this module, we learn about the anatomy of the spine, including the function of vertebrae and the major muscle groups that support the spine, such as the pelvic floor muscles. We will look at common back issues including sacroiliac joint pain, sciatica, scoliosis, osteoporosis, and muscle strain. The workshop centers on what poses help, which ones hurt, and how to sequence yoga classes for people with back issues.
Yoga Therapy for Hips and Knees
Instructors: Jules Payne & Michelle Schroeder
Date: February 7-9, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) How can we support our yoga therapy clients with hip and knee issues? How does alignment from the feet influence the health of these joints? Learn the muscles, tendons and ligaments that support the hips and knees and explore strategies that we as yoga therapists can use to educate our clients on the hips and knees. Learn about specific hip and knee issues such as bursitis, groin pull, hip replacement, sciatica, piriformis syndrome, Iliotibial syndrome, complete ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL Injuries/Tear/Repair, patellofemoral syndrome (Runner’s Knees), meniscal tear/repair, osteoarthritis and knee replacement.
Philosophy of Yoga Therapy
Instructors: Farah Moolji Nazarali & Michelle Schroeder
Date: Tuesdays, February 11-March 18 (5-8pm Pacific Time), 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Online module) How does yogic philosophy fit into Yoga Therapy? This course will examine teachings and philosophy of the yoga tradition from the Vedic age to the present. We will explore the philosophy of yoga therapy based in the principle branches of yoga including Hatha, Raja, Karma, Jnana, and Bhakti Yoga. Through our study of the principle branches of yoga and foundational texts such as the Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Samkya Karika, and the Yoga Sutras, we will learn how to integrate these teachings into our personal and professional practices.
Pranayama for Yoga Therapy
Instructors: Jules Payne & Michelle Schroeder
Date: February 21-23, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) What pranayama techniques can be applied for our yoga therapy clients? In this experiential module, you will explore pranayama, nadis and the bhandas. We will also analyse yoga therapy research and examine which pranayama is best suited for individual client needs and why.
Yoga Therapy in Pain Care
Instructors: Shelly Prosko
Date: February 28-March 2, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Online module) An estimated 20-25% of North Americans and 1.5 billion people worldwide live with chronic pain and a growing number of health professionals are recommending yoga to their patients particularly since we now have research to support yoga is a potentially safe and effective approach for improving function, pain and quality of life for people with chronic pain. Yoga therapists are well positioned to contribute to a comprehensive pain care plan. However, misunderstandings about pain by the therapist can result in suboptimal outcomes for the person in pain, where the therapist might use language that unintentionally limits the potential for recovery and resilience or might avoid yoga practices that ultimately would improve tissue health, reduce inflammation, support self-efficacy, help restore more ease of movement, and help regain activities that the person enjoys and values in life.
This module includes a combination of lecture and experiential components, including participation in awareness, breathing, meditation and movement practices. Resources will be shared that will be valuable for the therapist to use for themselves and to share with the people in pain they serve.
Sequencing for Yoga Therapy
Instructors: Jules Payne & Michelle Schroeder
Date: March 7-9, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) Yoga therapy requires a unique set of tools. Yoga therapy sessions are sequenced very differently from group yoga classes. Yoga therapists need to be able to listen and understand verbal and non-verbal cues and language, and to be able to adapt sequencing to meet the individual needs of their clients. In this module, we will learn how to sequence private therapeutic yoga sessions, with a particular focus on listening and responding to the needs of our students. We will also discuss the principles of sequencing for small group therapeutic classes.
Yoga Therapy and Pelvic Floor Health
Instructors: Shelly Prosko
Date: March 14-16, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Online module) Shelly is renowned in the field of yoga therapy and physical therapy for her work in pelvic health. This module offers education and development of skills required to integrate evidence-informed pelvic floor (PF) health and yoga therapy to enhance PF rehabilitation and wellness within yoga therapy scope of practice. Biopsychosocial factors influencing PF function, current evidence and best practice guidelines for pelvic rehabilitation are included. Includes live online lectures, break-out group and large group discussions, pre-recorded video practices and lectures, a case study group discussion and an assignment.
Yoga Therapy for the Wrists and Shoulders
Instructors: Michelle Schroeder & Melissa Bandura
Date: March 28-30, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) This module will address the anatomy of the shoulders and wrists, while exploring the balance of mobility and stability. We will learn how to keep these joint safe from injury and nourish them after injury has occurred. Learn how to work with specific injuries such as (rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, dislocation, carpal tunnel.) This is an experiential, hands-on opportunity to explore new techniques to improve how your body feels and how to share these techniques in your yoga therapy teaching.
Restorative Yoga
Instructors: Jules Payne & Jenn Montagano
Date: April 4-6. 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) Restorative yoga is accessible to all students and has incredible healing effects because of the restful nature of the practice. In this module, you will learn a syllabus of restorative yoga postures, learn what poses to use and why, and how best to prop and support your students with varying mobility issues and injuries.
Yoga Therapy for Healthy Aging & Chair Yoga
Instructors: Jules Payne & Janice Arnot
Date: April 11-13, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) How can yoga therapy be adapted to meet the needs of our growing aging population? What are the specific health concerns for yoga therapists to be aware of? We look at how to sequence yoga therapy on the mat and special sequencing for chair yoga. We examine specific health concerns such as arthritis, osteoporosis, blood pressure, stroke, hearing loss and dementia.
Yoga, Psychology, and the Mind Immersion
Instructors: Jules Payne, Nicole Marcia, Melissa Bandura & Michelle Schroeder
Date: 3 weekends -April 25-27, May 2-4 & May 9-11, 2025
Tuition: $1,000
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(Hybrid module) This course gives you an in-depth knowledge of western and yogic perspectives on mental health including common psychological conditions, such as depression, anxiety, bi-polar, psychosis, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. We also explore the connection between chronic pain and the mind. (Hybrid module) You learn western psychological treatments for mental health including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Group Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Somatic Therapy. Students will apply their knowledge in practice teaching and presentation of case studies.
Meditation for Yoga Therapy
Instructors: Ajna Faculty
Date: 6 Wednesday evenings 5-8PM PT. April 9-May 14, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Online module) The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali provide instruction on the art of meditation, what constitutes a meditation practice and what happens when the mind becomes quiet. This course will examine relevant teachings, philosophy, neuroscience about meditation in yoga therapy. During our time together we will be exploring these teachings and tools and will learn how to integrate them into our yoga therapy practice.
Journey Through the Chakras
Instructors: Shamini Harinarayanan & Michelle Schroeder
Date: May 23-25, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) In this module, students will learn how to integrate the chakras in their yoga therapy practice. Learn the philosophical principles of chakra theory and how to integrate it in your yoga therapy practice. Participants will be grounded in the body and breath in a journey through the chakras with:
- Movement.
- Mantra.
- Meditation.
- Partner & group work.
- Journaling.
The Therapeutic Relationship
Instructor: Nicole Marcia
Date: May 30-June 1, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) “A boundary is any limit I need to honor so I can love or work with you without resentment and with integrity.” —Dr, David Gruder
Private yoga therapy sessions require a unique set of skills. Yoga Therapists need to be able to adjust to unique needs of each client, and to be able to develop a relationship with their clients. In this module, you will learn listening, presence, directive and non-directive dialogue. We will also explore the dynamics of the therapeutic relationship and learn how to create a safe and welcoming space.
The Vayus and Alignment
Instructors: Michelle Schroeder & Jules Payne
Date: June 6-8, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid) This course will offer an exploration into the Inner Vayu practice and how to use the vayus to deepen your awareness of alignment of posture on and off the mat. The inner alignment of the vayus can to release holdings for yoga therapy clients. Students will learn how to use the vayus in pranayama to create emotional well-being for the body, mind and spirit. We will apply the theory of the vayus to individual and group yoga therapy sessions.
Yoga Therapy Immersion
Instructors: Jules Payne & Michelle Schroeder
Date: Over 4 weekends June 13-15, June 27-29, July 11-13 & July 25-27, 2025
Tuition: $1,600
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(Hybrid module) In this immersion, you will learn how a holistic model for yoga therapy, incorporating kinesiology, vayus, chakras and panca maya theory. We will examine and analyse current yoga therapy research and learn how to work with specific health concerns, including muscular-skeletal injury, athletes, stress-related illness, chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia. You will learn how to design and conduct private yoga therapy sessions, including how to do yoga therapy intakes, what to look for during your intake, and how to create a yoga therapy sequence unique to the needs of your client.
Balance and Fall Prevention
Instructors: Paul Mross, Elena Henwood & Jules Payne
Date: TBC, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) This module explores the yoga therapy principles behind balance and fall prevention for mobile (moderately functional) older adults:
– An overview of balance and fall prevention facts and statistics
– Yoga therapy tools for balance and fall prevention
– How to integrate Feldenkrais principles of balance and falling into your yoga therapy practice.
– How to get up and what to do when someone falls
– Emotional aspects of balance and falling
– Research on fall prevention and fall recovery
– How to design a class based on fall prevention and balance
The Business of Yoga Therapy
Instructor: Ajna Faculty
Date: October 3-5, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) The field of Yoga Therapy is growing, evolving and becoming more widely recognized as an important part of holistic, complementary health care. Yoga Therapy training’s teach students how to be of service to their communities but rarely touch on how to navigate the world of business to ensure their own sustainability.
In this course participants will explore:
(Hybrid module) The field of Yoga Therapy is growing, evolving and becoming more widely recognized as an important part of holistic, complementary health care. Yoga Therapy training’s teach students how to be of service to their communities but rarely touch on how to navigate the world of business to ensure their own sustainability.
In this course participants will explore:
- The key aspects to consider when developing a business plan.
- Identifying and articulating your unique offerings as a Yoga Therapist.
- Successful marketing strategies including website design, social media and online platforms.
- Tools for the effective day-to-day management of your business (record keeping, confidentiality, waivers ect.)
- How to establish yourself and make community connections as a professional in the field of Yoga Therapy.
- Understanding credentialing
Balance and Fall Prevention
Instructors: Paul Mross, Elena Henwood & Jules Payne
Date: September 14 & 15, Fall 2024
Tuition: $380
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(Hybrid module) This module explores the yoga therapy principles behind balance and fall prevention for mobile (moderately functional) older adults:
– An overview of balance and fall prevention facts and statistics
– Yoga therapy tools for balance and fall prevention
– How to integrate Feldenkrais principles of balance and falling into your yoga therapy practice.
– How to get up and what to do when someone falls
– Emotional aspects of balance and falling
– Research on fall prevention and fall recovery
– How to design a class based on fall prevention and balance
Basic Principles of Ayurveda: Universal Attributes and Doshic Theory
(Hybrid module) In this module, gain insight into Ayurveda’s simple and profound logic of physiology, pathology, and treatment.
- Learn Ayurvedic principles through the simple logic of attributes and Doshic theory.
Learn the practical application of Ayurvedic principles to your personal practice, area of expertise, and for others. - Understand how to balance your unique constitution and remedy simple imbalances.
- Begin to learn the simple Ayurvedic theory of digestion and nutrition therapeutics to understand your ideal diet along with ways of balancing and healing many ailments with diet therapy.
- Get to know and heal your metabolic fire—the core of your well being. Optimize your digestion and understand how to heal digestive issues and improve overall wellness
Introduction to the Yoga of Sound (Nād Yoga) – Mantra, Raga, and Bhajan/Kirtan
Instructors: Rishima Bahadoorsingh
Date: tbc, Fall 2024 (5-8PM PT)
Tuition: $380
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(Online Module) The power of sound in the form of mantra, song, and music has been used as a tool for connection, healing and reaching higher states of consciousness since ancient times.
In this online module, you will learn an introduction to traditional Indian sound practices that can be incorporated in yoga, meditation, or class session.
Students will explore the history of sound based on traditional stories and Vedic philosophy. We will explore Sanskrit pronunciation and how these sounds affect our physical and energetic bodies. Students will learn how to use a mantra personally and with others. We will learn short mantra as well as verses that are safe and effective for all.
Learn how to ground bodies and develop strength through ancient vocal exercises based on the Sama Veda, as well as how to use the ancient sound system of Raga. We will also explore some therapeutic uses of Rāga. Students will then learn the difference between mantra and kirtan as well as the variation in styles based on specific traditions. We will go deeper into the stories and philosophy behind specific deities.
Therapeutic Inversions and Backbends
Instructors: Jules Payne & Michelle Schroeder
Date: TBC
Tuition: $350
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(Hybrid module) Inversions and back bends have therapeutic benefits when done properly and adapted for the individual. This module furthers your own understanding of your body in inversions and back bends. We also look at the many ways we can adapt inversions to make them accessible for all of our yoga therapy clients.
Anti-Oppression in Yoga Therapy
Instructors: Sanjeet Takhar
Date: tbc, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Online module) Designed for discourse, this module led by Sanjeet Takhar provides an exploration of anti-oppression, racism, and colonization in the yoga studio and the world. Together we will dive into what it means to create brave spaces, to build radical love, to serve communities and to live more mindfully. This workshop is designed to offer you the opportunity learn and discuss topics both on your own and within the group, including:
– Racism and White Supremacy
– Diversity, Inclusion & Intersectionality
– Yoga & Its Roots
– White Privilege & Yoga
– Living Your Yoga
Yoga Therapy Client Case Study Clinic
(Online Continuing Education workshop) Jules will workshop live how they would approach a first session with a yoga therapy client. The first case study client is someone with generalized back pain. We will talk about clarification questions to ask in the first session, discuss what yoga therapy themes to work with, and create a possible sequence for the first session. Students will will able to ask questions and work small groups during this case study clinic. Open to yoga therapy students in training and graduates
Practicum Module 3 – A 6-Week Group Yoga Therapy Mentorship Program
Instructors: Jules Payne & Michelle Schroeder
Date: tbc, 2025
Tuition: $380
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(Online Module) Open to current students or graduates of the program wanting more mentorship support in their teaching (online module).
Weekly sessions focused on the specialized needs of the group. We will do a detailed assessment with the participants before the module begins to determine the needs of the group. For example, one week may focus on online teaching or the intake process. We may spend another week work-shopping difficult situations that have come up in group or private sessions and how we can apply yoga therapy tools to support our clients and ourselves. Topics will be decided on by the participants.
Pre and Post Natal Yoga
Instructors: Tamara Cleaver & Annie Martinello
Date: TBC
Tuition: $380
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(Online) This module is a thorough look at the changes in person’s body during each trimester of pregnancy and how yoga poses, breathing techniques and meditation can be applied therapeutically. Learn poses and safety precautions for each trimester and how to offer support and adapt poses to suit the needs of the pregnant parent and growing baby. In the post- natal portion of the weekend, we will examine how yoga can be adapted to fit this new, busy time. We will learn how to bring stability back into the pelvis, regaining internal strength and the fundamentals of teaching post natal yoga therapy.
Yoga Therapy Learning and Sharing – Topic on Philosophy
Instructors: Michelle Schroeder
Date: TBC 3-5pm PT
Tuition: $40
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(Online Continuing Education workshop) This month’s topic is Yoga Sutras and how to apply them in yoga therapy. Michelle will lead you through group and small group discussions on that subject. Using questions that students have submitted, we will discuss how to apply this topic to yoga therapy sessions, including potential challenges that may come up. Open to yoga therapy students in training and graduates
Ayurveda Part 2: Practical Applications of Ayurveda
This workshop builds on the knowledge gained in the weekend module, ‘Principles of Ayurveda’. In this practical applications online course, we will delve more deeply into the theory of the seven tissues, prakrti/vikrti, the seven stages of disease and the subdoshas. We will examine further elements of the attributes and food therapy and Ayuryoga for yoga therapy. Students will apply the Ayurvedic principles to themselves and practice clients and learn how to incorporate Ayurveda into their yoga therapy practice.