FIREFLY TRAINING IN TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA
99% of Firefly Trainees report they would recommend this training to others!
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
Adrianne Mathiowetz Photography
Firefly recruits and convenes a professional, experienced, and dedicated network of yoga teachers. We provide yoga teachers with in-depth training on the principles and practice of trauma-informed yoga.
The Firefly Training* consists of a robust, evidence-based, 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-based, 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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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
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In the Firefly Training, participants will:
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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
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 cueing
- Creating a trauma-informed environment
- Sequencing, demoing, and variations for a trauma-informed practice
- Power, privilege, and social justice in trauma-informed work
- 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
It is clear that a lot of time, research, evaluation, practice/revisions have gone into this training and that is appreciated!"
- Firefly Training Participant
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-based, welcoming, and trauma-informed yoga classes to those who can benefit from this approach to healing.
Upcoming Trainings:
Sacramento, CA, September 27-29, 2019
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Minneapolis, MN January 3-5, 2020
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St. Cloud, MN February 21-23, 2020
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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.
Read more: Research on Trauma-Informed Yoga
Sacramento, CA, September 27-29, 2019
Register Here
Minneapolis, MN January 3-5, 2020
Register Here
St. Cloud, MN February 21-23, 2020
Register Here
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.
Read more: Research on Trauma-Informed Yoga