This training explores how Yin Yoga can support trauma healing through a slow, body-based approach. It is designed for yoga teachers and yoga professionals who wish to integrate trauma-informed Yin Yoga into their teaching practice, while also welcoming therapists, coaches, bodyworkers, and practitioners with a Yoga background who want to apply trauma-sensitive yin yoga in their work. The program is also suitable for individuals on their own healing path who wish to deepen their understanding of trauma-informed Yin Yoga.
This course is eligible for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (CE) hours through the Subject Matter Expert pathway. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate documenting 50 CE hours, which may be submitted directly to Yoga Alliance by the student.
What makes this program unique is the personal guidance you receive from Lana throughout the course. Questions can be shared within the moderated online community platform, where Lana offers clarification and support as you integrate trauma-sensitive Yin Yoga into your practice or professional work.
Each module consists of a series of lessons, each accompanied by:
Throughout the course, moderated feedback and discussion are available within each chapter, allowing you to refine your insights, practice and teaching approach. Upon completion, each participant attends a personal Final Integration Interview to reflect on their learning and receive their Yin Yoga Teacher Certification (50 CE hours).
Have questions before enrolling? Schedule a free 20-minute call with the instructor to discuss the course, CE hours, and how it fits your teaching or personal practice.
1.0 About This Module
1.1 What is Trauma?
1.2 Where Trauma is Stored in the Body
1.3 The Impact of Trauma on Chakra’s and Meridians
1.4 Traumareactivity
1.5 The impact of Trauma on the Nervous System
1.6 Identifying Dysregulation in Trauma Survivors
1.7 The Role of the Freeze Response in Trauma
Reflective Assignment Module I
Recommended Reading
2.0 About This Module
2.1 Foundations of Yin Yoga
2.2 Functional Approach of Yin Yoga
2.3 Special Situations and Contra-Indications
Quiz Module II
Reflective Assignment Module II
Recommended Reading
3.0 About This Module
3.1 The Impact of Yin Yoga on the Fascia
3.2 The impact of Yin Yoga on the Vagus Nerve
3.3 The impact of Yin Yoga on the Psoas Muscle
3.4 Interoception & Proprioception: Developing Body and Energy Awareness for Healing Trauma
3.5 Creating Flexibility in Different Nervous States
3.6 Improved flow of Chi in the Body
3.7 Neuroception and Stimulating Self-Regulation through Co-Regulation
3.8 Relearning Safety through Sensation
Quiz Module III
Reflective Assignment Module III
Recommended Reading
4.0 About This Module
4.1 Principles of Trauma-Sensitive Yoga
4.2 The importance of the Breath
4.3 Principles of Yin Yoga in a Trauma-Sensitive Context
Quiz Module IV
Reflective Assignment Module IV
Recommended Reading
5.0 About This Module
5.1 Breathing Exercises / Pranayama
5.2 Meditation
5.3 Asana
5.4 Introductory shapes
5.4.1 Toe Stretch
FREE PREVIEW5.4.2 Wrist Stretch
5.4.3 Finger Stretch
5.5 Forward Bends
5.5.1 Caterpillar
5.5.2 Butterfly
5.6 Hip Openers
5.6.1 Swan
5.6.2 Dragon
5.6.3 Frog and Tadpole
5.6.4 Reclined Butterfly
5.6.5 Happy Baby
5.7 Backbends
5.7.1 Sphinx / seal
5.7.2 Pontoon (or Supported Bridge)
5.8 Twists
5.8.1 Reclining Twist
5.8.2 Thread the Needle
5.8.3 Reclined Deer
5.9 Shapes for Side Body and Shoulders
5.9.1 Mermaid
5.9.2 Bananasana
5.9.3 Eagle Arms
5.10 Restorative, Gentle and Neutral Shapes
5.10.1 Legs Up the Wall
5.10.2 Shavasana (Final Relaxation)
5.10.3 Supported Child’s Pose
Quiz Module V
Reflective Assignment Module V
Recommended Reading
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Lana Meeusen is an experienced, Yoga Alliance certified trauma-informed yin and restorative yoga teacher. With a passion for bodywork, intuitive movement and trauma healing she spices up her knowledge of yoga to form a unique approach to the practice. She highly values yin yoga as a pathway to increased body consciousness, trauma healing and self-development. In this journey she sees her role as a teacher as a guide and space holder. Known for her functional and gentle approach to teaching, accessibility and personalised guidance are at the core of her work.
This is an online Yin Yoga Teacher Certification (50 CE) program designed for educational and professional development purposes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate documenting your 50 Continuing Education hours.
This certificate:
• Does not constitute a medical qualification
• Does not grant a healthcare license
• Does not replace psychological or medical treatment
The terms “teacher” and “instructor” refer to the educational role within this program. This training provides knowledge and skills in trauma-informed Yin Yoga but does not authorize diagnosis or treatment of medical or psychological conditions.
