Teacher Training

The training begins with discussing the concept of Neurodiversity, the key terms and language that surrounds the neuro-affirming paradigm. From this foundation, we will cover, in detail:

 

The Why ~ Understanding Neurodivergent conditions and their strengths and challenges
 

• ADHD in adults, late diagnosis, and the difference between male and female presentations

• Autism, the history of this condition, the ways that it can impact and shape the lives of those who see and experience the world differently

• AuDHD: the crossover between ADHD and Autism and the co-occurring nature of these presentations

• Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder) and how these ways of understanding and interpreting words, language, numbers and the coordination of the body might be different for these neurotypes

• C-PTSD, a form of acquired neurodiversity, and how complex trauma can shape the way our brain and nervous system interacts with the world around us

• Common co-occuring conditions of

  • PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder),

  • Invisible Illnesses commonly experienced by neurodivergent individuals.

    • Hypermobility/EDS,

    • Dysautonomia and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome/ Orthostatic Intolerance (POTS/OI),

    • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)

• The Neurodivergent Nervous System

 

 

The How ~ Neuro-affirming, Trauma- Aware & Invisible Illness informed Practice
 

• Common sensory, social, and environmental challenges and helpful accommodations we can consider

• Cueing, language, and sequencing to suit neurodivergent brains

• Movement guidance and class pacing for co-occurring invisible illnesses

• Physical touch, consent, and power dynamics between facilitator and participant

 

 

Who is this training for?

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• Neurodivergent or Neurotypical Yoga Teachers, Pilates Instructors, and other movement professionals

• Yoga Teacher trainees

• Yoga students

• Neurodivergent folks wanting to learn more about their type of brain

• Anyone caring for, or in relationship with, a neurodivergent person

• Parents of neurodivergent children

• Teachers of any kind

• Health professionals who work with or want to learn more about working with these types of brains

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What you’ll receive:

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• A hard copy and digital copy of the comprehensive training manual with added resources and supplementary learning materials to assist you on your journey.

• Access to neuro-affirming practice mentorship with Caz after the training concludes.

• Research backed; current evidence based theoretical understanding of the neurodivergent conditions we cover.

• 3 x pre-recorded yoga classes: 1) Neuro-affirming and Trauma Informed Vinyasa Yoga, 2) Yoga for POTS 3) Yoga for Hypermobility Clients.

• A considered and kindly paced face to face three days spent with other like-minded folks.

• Daily movement / yoga practices on the in-person days & neurodivergent designed movement breaks and rest options.

• Recordings of the 2 x online zoom sessions at the start and conclusion of the training

• All the cups of Love Tea you can manage.

• The most serene and light hearted physical learning environment at Salt & Wood, a yoga studio set in a Zen garden with the waves as your soundscape, walking distance from the beach and Ocean Grove shops.

• A community of neurodivergent peers.