50HR TRAUMA SENSITIVE YIN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
Make every yin class a safe space
Join Fiona’s trauma sensitive yin training and learn the poses, anatomy and language to ensure students feel safe and seen
Even when you’re an experienced teacher, your students may be facing challenges and traumas you’re simply not aware of
Teaching yin yoga can be a beautiful, yet challenging journey.
Your heartfelt goal is for your students to leave class feeling rested and deeply connected to themselves.
However, it can be tough when your students can’t find ease (think fidgeting, groaning or looking around). It feels disheartening when the classes you pour your heart into don’t resonate as you hoped.
But what if you knew the variations of over 60 yin poses, so each student could find their unique ‘Goldilocks’ position?
How would your teaching transform if you had a deep understanding of the anatomy and body systems that Yin yoga affects?
How much more confident would you be if you knew exactly how to use trauma sensitive language to create safe and welcoming yin classes?
Join Fiona for two transformative weekends and discover the poses, anatomy and language to create safe and inclusive yin yoga practices
IT ALWAYS STARTS WITH YOU
When you find your own stillness, you can support others to find theirs
Before we can teach others, we must first embody the practices ourselves.
Fiona’s 50 hour Trauma sensitive Yin yoga teacher training is crafted to deepen your self-awareness. She guides you to understand your habitual patterns and calm your nervous system, transforming you into your own yin yoga teacher.
From this grounded state, you’re empowered to teach others.
DURING OUR TIME TOGETHER:
WEEKEND ONE
- Understand trauma and the nervous system: Gain insights into how trauma affects our bodies and how to create a safe space for healing
- Learn Yin postures: Get hands-on experience with hip openers, hip flexors, and backbends
- Master trauma-sensitive language: Learn compassionate, non-triggering words to create a Trauma-Sensitive space that supports all your students
- Feel the power of loving presence: Discover how being fully present can transform your teaching and personal life
- Connect with empathy: Learn the importance of building empathetic connections with your students and loved ones
- Cultivate kindness and compassion: Develop loving-kindness and compassion to enhance your teaching and relationships
WEEKEND TWO
- Learn Yin postures: Get hands-on experience with forward folds, inner thigh openers, shoulder openers and spinal twists
- Support Trauma with mindfulness and breath: Learn techniques to help your students and yourself manage and heal from trauma
- Cultivate joy and balance: Bring joyfulness and serenity into your practice and daily life
- Integrate mindfulness and compassion: Create mindful and compassionate Yin classes and everyday interactions
- Create safe, nurturing spaces: Learn how to foster an environment that allows students to release stuck emotions and issues naturally
Fiona understands the demands of being a yoga teacher. So her Trauma sensitive Yin yoga teacher training is held over two extended weekends – to reduce lost income.
Fiona also knows the importance of practical experience. She encourages you to teach or practice Yin yoga between training weekends because real-world application is where deeper understanding and questions arise.
During this time, Fiona offers check-ins to see how you’re progressing and provides guidance and support to help you integrate what you’ve learned and tackle any challenges that come up.
YOUR NEXT 50HR TRAUMA SENSITIVE YIN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
AUCKLAND | KAMUSHA YOGA
Training dates: 12th-14th Sep & 3rd – 5th Oct 2025
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FIONA LIU E-RYT 500
Mindfully Yin’s 50hr Trauma sensitive Yin yoga teacher training is led by Fiona who has spent years perfecting her craft.
Fiona has been teaching yoga for 15 years and training yoga teachers for just over a decade. Her unique and comprehensive training experience both in NZ and overseas with Sarah Powers, Bernie Clark, Jo Phee, Tara Judelle, Dr Scott Lyons, Noah Maze, Janet Stone and completion of over 1000 hours of yoga teacher training, has helped her transform the lives of many.
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Becca
AUCKLAND YOGA TEACHER
“Fiona’s Trauma sensitive Yin yoga teacher training was really special. Fiona went above and beyond to hold space for each of us, answer all of our many questions, and teach trauma psychology in a really accessible way. I loved learning from Fiona – her knowledge and experience of Yin is incredible”
Lisa
CHRISTCHURCH YOGA TEACHER
“Fiona’s teacher training was the best I have ever experienced. It was a heart based training with a concise relevant training manual. Fiona made the learning easy . It was refreshing. I highly recommend any training Fiona offers. She shares her advanced knowledge with humbleness and from her heart”
Mary
AUCKLAND YOGA TEACHER
“This training is exactly what I was looking for to take my Yin teaching to the next level. This training included a perfect mix of theoretical and practical learning; and the intimate container Fiona held for us allowed deep exploration of new ideas and knowledge. Super grateful for Fiona and her teaching! Look forward to doing more training with Mindfully Yin”
FAQs
What is the language of 'Yin' and why do you focus on it?
Since we don’t always know who is attending our classes, it’s crucial that every student truly understands what Yin yoga involves. To ensure everyone’s safety, we us the ‘language of yin’ to clearly explain what Yin feels like and offer strategies for staying in poses that might be challenging or uncomfortable. By using invitational language and providing options, we empower our students to choose pose variations that feel right for their bodies.
You mentioned calming the nervous system, why is this so important?
Fiona emphasises how to use words thoughtfully, so that they help soothe your students’ nervous systems. When you speak this way, you’re supporting students to gently and compassionately release trauma.
How do I help my students not feel triggered in a yin class?
Together, we explore how to create a safe yoga space. We learn about the key elements of ambiance – like music and scent – and how to ensure there are no triggers that could bring up traumatic memories.
You mention 'holding space' in yin yoga classes. What do you mean?
Holding space in a yoga class means choosing your words thoughtfully to guide students into their poses, and then stepping back to let them make their own adjustments. This way, you’re there to support, not to intervene physically.
Especially in trauma-sensitive Yin yoga, we keep physical assistance to a minimum to ensure everyone feels safe and respected.
Is this training suitable for new yoga teachers?
Absolutely! We cover all the foundations of Yin, all Yin yoga poses and how show you how to teach them.
FAQs
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes we do! Please see our pricing options and plans below
Do I need to be a yoga teacher to join this training?
No, you definitely don’t have to be.
Over the years, we’ve had lots of yogis join us, who simply wanted to journey deeper into their yin practice.
Just let us know when you fill out your application form. (FYI – there’s a box at the end of the form, where you can tell us). Then, we can tailor our teachings to your needs.
Do I have to complete both weekends?
No, you don’t have to.
Of course, we encourage you to complete both weekends because that way, you’ll get the most from our training.
If you decide to study this way, you’ll pay for each weekend separately, so pricing is slightly different.
Is your training Yoga Alliance accredited?
Yes, our training is accredited as 50 hours of Yoga Alliance Continuing Education – if you already have a 200hr YTT
Do I receive a certificate upon completion?
Yes, you’ll receive a Trauma-Sensitive Yin Yoga training certificate recognised by Yoga Alliance as 50 hours continuing education.
Couldn’t find the answer you need? Simply get in touch Fiona’s super happy to answer any question you have.
Pricing options
Option 1: Pay in full and save
2 WEEKENDS
$1450
Option 2: Pay in installments
2 WEEKENDS
12 payments of $145
Option 3: Pay a weekend at-a-time
PAY AS YOU GO
$820 per weekend
YOUR NEXT 50HR TRAUMA SENSITIVE YIN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
AUCKLAND | KAMUSHA YOGA
Training dates: 12th-14th Sep & 3rd – 5th Oct 2025
Kamusha Yoga is a boutique purpose-built yoga studio at 13 Kapua street, Meadowbank, Auckland.
I’m excited to help you explore Yin yoga, anatomy and language from a trauma-informed perspective. After our time together, you’ll be able to create safe and inclusive practices that serve everybody and every body.
Spaces are limited to only 8 participants, so be sure to secure your spot
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