Trauma-Informed Yoga for Children Workshop: Yoga Teacher Training

Join us for a focused two-hour workshop designed for adults who want to confidently teach yoga to children through a trauma-informed, compassion-centered lens. This session draws from our 95-Hour Trauma-Informed Yoga for Children curriculum and gives you practical tools you can use right away.

Whether you are a current YTT student, a certified teacher, or someone passionate about children’s wellness, you will leave with clear, grounded teaching skills.

✨ Workshop Focus

Techniques, Training & Practice — Age-Appropriate Movement + Breathwork

Explore how to guide children through simple yoga shapes and grounding breaths using invitational language, choice-based cues, and supportive structure.

✨ Agenda (2 Hours) for this workshop:

1. Foundations & Trauma-Informed Principles (30 min)

Learn how to create safe, predictable learning environments using age-appropriate development, compassionate cueing, and emotional regulation tools.

2. Demonstration + Movement & Breath Practice (45 min)

Experience a short child-friendly sequence incorporating simple shapes, grounding breaths, and accessible movement patterns.

3. Practice Creating a Class on Your Workbook Template in Sangha (45 min)

Create and teach a short segment with your peers. Receive warm, strength-based feedback and walk away with a confident draft for your own children’s yoga class. You will compare notes and verbally walk one another through your class plans to build clarity and confidence.

🌟 FAQs

Do I need prior experience teaching children?
No. This workshop is beginner-friendly and all adults are welcome.

Is this part of the 95-Hour RCYT program?
Yes. This workshop aligns with the 95-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga for Children syllabus and may count toward your hours if you are enrolled.

Is trauma discussed directly?
No. The workshop is trauma-informed, meaning we prioritize safety, agency, and compassion—never trauma content.

Can I attend if I’m not a yoga teacher?
Absolutely. Educators, caregivers, counselors, and wellness professionals are welcome.

What should I bring?
Comfortable clothing, a water bottle, and your workbook template. Mats are not needed for this workshop.