HEAL 200-Hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training
October - April / Hybrid / Heart-Centered
A six-month hybrid journey for the inward season, blending online study, live mentorship, and optional restorative retreats in the mountains of Utah. Train at a sustainable pace, with trauma-informed teaching at the heart of everything you do.
Why Trauma-Informed Teaching Matters
At HEAL, we believe yoga should never overwhelm the body; it should teach the body safety again. This 200-hour training is built around nervous-system awareness, embodied consent, and a deep respect for each student’s lived experience. Our trauma-informed approach is guided by seven core pillars:
Teacher first, student second, asana third
Self-regulation before holding space
Language that honors boundaries
Developing bodily intelligence
Yoga as action + reflection
Breath leads, body follows, mind observes
Teacher neutrality
This isn’t just another teacher training. It’s a paradigm shift in how we teach, why we teach, and how we show up for ourselves and our students.
Why choose HEAL’s Yoga Teacher Training
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Learn to teach from regulation, safety, and compassion. Every module weaves together nervous-system literacy, boundary-honoring language, somatic awareness, and the seven trauma-informed pillars that anchor this training.
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Study online at your own pace with a rich library of recorded content, while joining monthly live intensives (optional) and two optional 5-day retreats in October and April for deeper embodiment and community.
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You’re not just a name on a roster. You’ll receive live mentorship in small groups, compassionate feedback, and guidance that honors you as a whole human navigating real life, not just as a trainee ticking boxes.
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Rooted in classical philosophy and modern trauma science, this curriculum supports you in leading classes that are inclusive, ethical, and grounded in genuine care rather than performative perfection.
The October to April Journey
The October to April Journey
The HEAL 200-Hour Trauma-Informed YTT unfolds over six months, tracking the natural rhythm from autumn inwardness to spring emergence.
October - Optional Foundational Retreat November – Foundations & Intention
December – The Language of the Body
January – Philosophy in Motion
February – The Teacher’s Presence
March – Integration & Teaching Preparation
April – Optional Integration Retreat & Teaching Practicum
What you’ll learn:
Safe, functional, trauma-informed asana instruction
Breath-led pranayama, meditation, and energetic anatomy
Yoga history, philosophy, and ethics
Sequencing, theming, and class structure built around nervous system safety
Nervous-system regulation, co-regulation, and somatic awareness practices
The business of teaching, authentic leadership, and clear ethical boundaries
What your experience includes:
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A flexible hybrid structure combining self-paced modules, live Zoom mentorship, and the option to join monthly in-person intensives for deeper practice and teaching labs.
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Begin and/or end your training in ceremony with two 5-day retreats in October and April. These retreats are highly recommended for embodiment and community, but not required to benefit from the training.
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Throughout your training, you’ll receive one-on-one guidance and compassionate feedback from Bethany and the HEAL faculty.
Our mentorship approach is rooted in curiosity and care — supporting you as both a student and a human. From refining your teaching voice to navigating the emotional landscape of transformation, you’ll always have a safe place to be seen, supported, and encouraged.
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Your manual is more than notes — it’s a companion for your journey.
Each chapter weaves together yoga philosophy, embodied anatomy, reflective journaling, and practical teaching tools. You’ll also receive access to pre-recorded anatomy modules that explore the body as a landscape of wisdom and resilience, helping you understand not just how we move, but why.
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All live sessions and core lessons are recorded and added to your private HEAL learning library — giving you lifetime access to every teaching, practice, and reflection.
Whether you want to revisit anatomy lessons, rewatch a philosophy talk, or simply reconnect with your intention, this library grows with you — a resource you can return to again and again throughout your teaching journey.
Curriculum Overview
All curriculum hours are delivered through the lens of our seven trauma-informed pillars: regulation, boundaries, somatic intelligence, action + reflection, breath-led movement, teacher neutrality, and heart-centered presence.
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Asana (poses), Pranayama (breath), Meditation all taught through a trauma-informed lens.
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Physical and energetic anatomy, nervous system literacy
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History of Yoga, ethics, cultural respect and philosophy for the modern instructor
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Sequencing, cueing, and trauma-sensitive teaching methodology. Business basics and career planning.
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Journaling, Mentorship Calls and Practicum Review
INVESTMENT
TUITION: $2700
Includes six months of hybrid training: live Zoom mentorship, self-paced modules, and the option to attend monthly in-person intensives.
RETREATS: $950 each (highly discounted) October & April
Optional, with work study opportunities available for the April retreat. Each retreat includes lodging (shared room), nourishing meals, and access to all HEAL workshops and activities.
Payment Plans Available
Who This Training is For
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Students and teachers seeking to make their practice inclusive, trauma aware, and heart-centered.
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Wellness professionals, therapists, and healers ready to integrate embodied tools into their work.
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Yoga practitioners called to deepen personal practice and share from authenticity.
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Anyone who believes HEALing happens through presence, not performance.
FAQs
Is this Yoga Alliance registered?
We follow Yoga Alliance standards but are not currently registered, allowing us the freedom to teach more holistically and adapt to our students’ needs.
Do I need Prior Experience?
No, all levels are welcome. The only requirement is a curious heart and a willingness to explore.
How much time should I plan for weekly study?
2-4 hours weekly between intensives and online sessions, with retreat periods as immersive experiences.
Can I complete this training if I’m working full time?
Yes, this program was intentionally created for busy, modern practitioners seeking meaningful transformation without burnout.
Ready to step into your calling?
The HEAL 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training isn’t about becoming someone new - it’s about remembering who you already are.
When we teach from the heart, we don’t perform - we transmit peace.
