FIREFLY TRAINING IN TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA
99% of Firefly Trainees report they would recommend the training to others!
"The virtual training exceeded my expectations (for any setting)...we were all able to connect with one another in a real and meaningful way."
- Firefly Training Participant, Virtual Training
"I came into this training wanting to better support young yoga students with more awareness around trauma, and I am leaving with far more. Not only do I now have tools and knowledge to support students, I am also leaving with tangible resources to create social change."
- Firefly Training Participant, Virtual Training
"I recommend this to all yoga teachers, whether they plan on teaching trauma-informed classes or not...my favorite part of the training was the connection between participants and safe space that was created for people to be vulnerable and authentic."
- Firefly Training Participant, Boston, MA
Adrianne Mathiowetz Photography
Firefly recruits and convenes a professional, experienced, and dedicated network of yoga teachers, clinicians, and social service providers. We have trained over 300 individuals (in four countries) on the principles and practice of trauma-informed yoga.
The Firefly Training* consists of a robust, evidence-supported, 30-hour curriculum developed in consult with leaders in trauma, trauma-informed yoga, and body-based methods of healing. Over three days, the training combines lecture, small and large group discussion, group activities, practice teaching, and trauma-informed yoga, breathing, and relaxation exercises. The training consists of 24 contact hours and 6 non-contact hours.
Upon completion of Firefly Training, participants have the knowledge, practical application skills, and understanding necessary to offer trauma-informed yoga classes to a variety of populations of trauma survivors in a safe and effective manner.
*The Firefly Training is a professional development training and is not intended as an intervention for personal healing/processing personal trauma. Talking about trauma, and the principles and practice of trauma-informed yoga may be triggering. The training is not intended for those currently in crisis.
The Firefly Training* consists of a robust, evidence-supported, 30-hour curriculum developed in consult with leaders in trauma, trauma-informed yoga, and body-based methods of healing. Over three days, the training combines lecture, small and large group discussion, group activities, practice teaching, and trauma-informed yoga, breathing, and relaxation exercises. The training consists of 24 contact hours and 6 non-contact hours.
Upon completion of Firefly Training, participants have the knowledge, practical application skills, and understanding necessary to offer trauma-informed yoga classes to a variety of populations of trauma survivors in a safe and effective manner.
*The Firefly Training is a professional development training and is not intended as an intervention for personal healing/processing personal trauma. Talking about trauma, and the principles and practice of trauma-informed yoga may be triggering. The training is not intended for those currently in crisis.
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"I was hesitant about a virtual training and my ability to stay engaged and truly benefit from an online platform
for such an intensive training. While I value the physical energy and presence of human connection, this training
was incredibly thoughtful of promoting engagement with the content and with the other trainees. With this interactive
training being online, I did not feel as though the platform was detrimental in any way. The online platform cultivated
a deep sense of connection and belonging that I am unsure could have been achieved in person. I felt comfortable
asking questions and sharing my opinions more than I do in person! Engaging in smaller groups increased connectivity
and captivated my attention. The facilitator is extremely knowledgeable and is dedicated to offering a fulfilling training experience for every trainee. I am honored to have participated in this training."
- Firefly Training Participant, Virtual Training
"This intense immersion into an entirely new approach to teaching yoga leaves me feeling equipped
to serve new populations I would not have considered before. Without the experience and knowledge of the
Firefly trainer I wouldn't know where to start. Instead, I am empowered with everything I need
to be an effective guide for those seeking healing from trauma. WOW!"
- Firefly Training Participant, Winona, MN
"Thank you!! This training ITSELF was so trauma-informed and that was very appreciated."
- Firefly Training Participant, Sacramento, CA
"Very appreciative of the approach to the training, created the safe space that the training is
encouraging yoga teachers to create. Thank you!"
- Firefly Training Participant, Reno, NV
"This was an amazing experience. Not only a phenomenal learning time,
but to be held as a person and new yoga teacher in a safe space was invaluable!"
- Firefly Training Participant, Minneapolis, MN
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"This was one of the best things I have done.
Professional, informative, thoughtful, thoroughly structured, and bad ass! Worth every penny."
- Firefly Training Participant, Cambridge, MA
"I loved that is was not somber and heavy. Light and dark were evenly regarded.
Being given permission to use humor, for example, was unexpected and SO appreciated."
- Firefly Training Participant, Napa, CA
"The compassion and attentiveness from [the facilitator] was remarkable. I truly felt seen and heard.
Such a wonderful example of modeling the idea of holding space."
- Firefly Training Participant, Boston, MA
Adrianne Mathiowetz Photography
Some topics included in the Firefly Training:
- Trauma-informed yoga as a public health intervention
- Science of trauma and its impact on the physical, mental, and emotional body
- How yoga postures and breath work can support recovery from trauma symptoms
- Foundations of teaching trauma-informed yoga
- Trauma-informed language and cuing
- Creating a trauma-informed environment
- Sequencing, demoing, and variations for a trauma-informed practice
- Trauma, privilege, and social justice
- Self-care and conscious activism
- How to create and promote a trauma-informed yoga programs
95% of participants report that the Firefly Training exceeded their expectations!
"The Firefly Training was more humbling, vulnerable, and satisfying than I could have imagined.
I learned so much about myself and how to safely hold space for others."
- Firefly Training Participant, Cambridge, MA
"This is the most empowering and transformational training I've ever taken. I feel like everything makes sense now."
- Firefly Training Participant, Grass Valley, CA
"This was one of the best trainings I've ever been to. Incredibly informative, inspiring, and well worth the price."
- Firefly Training Participant, Woodbury, MN
Firefly Yoga International relies on its network of trauma-informed yoga teachers to share the healing potential of yoga with survivors of trauma everywhere. Through the Firefly Training, we aim to create a growing, global network of yoga teachers who offer safe, evidence-supported, welcoming, and trauma-informed yoga classes to those who can benefit from this approach to healing.
The Firefly Training is open to those who have completed, or are currently enrolled in, a standard 200 hour yoga teacher training. Therapists, clinicians, and social service agency workers who have a background in yoga and/or interest in trauma-informed yoga are welcome to participate and are considered on a case-by-case basis. Email info@fireflyyoga.org to confirm eligibility.
Investment:
$449 - early bird rate
$499 - regular rate
Trainings:
VIRTUAL October 22-25, 2020
SOLD OUT
VIRTUAL January 14-17, 2021
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VIRTUAL February 25-28, 2021
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VIRTUAL March 25-28, 2021
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Read more: Research on Trauma-Informed Yoga
"It is clear that a lot of time, research, evaluation, practice, and revisions have gone into
this training and that is appreciated!"
- Firefly Training Participant, Minneapolis, MN
"I started out just wanting to use more inclusive language
and ended up feeling truly empowered, and wanting to teach a trauma-informed class!"
- Firefly Training Participant, Sacramento, CA
"This was an incredible experience and will change how I teach going forward. I feel honored to have shared this space with all of these amazing people and I am so grateful and inspired by the work and mission of Firefly Yoga International."
- Firefly Training Participant, Winona, MN