200-Hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology Teacher Training
Trauma-Informed. Anti-Oppressive. Accessible. Eight Limb Yoga.
Spring 2026 Cohort Enrollment Now Open!
March 6th - April 19th
*you can get started on home study components once accepted*
Four Weekends + Two Self-Paced Courses + Required Readings
Indigenous-led by Dr. Melissa Jay
along with Incredible Faculty
*No previous yoga training required & space is limited*
Trauma-Informed. Anti-Oppressive. Accessible. Eight Limb Yoga.
Spring 2026 Cohort Enrollment Now Open!
March 6th - April 19th
*you can get started on home study components once accepted*
Four Weekends + Two Self-Paced Courses + Required Readings
Indigenous-led by Dr. Melissa Jay
along with Incredible Faculty
*No previous yoga training required & space is limited*
Are you ready to deepen your yoga studentship from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, decolonial & accessible lens?
At Canmore Counselling & Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School our trainings are grounded in: decolonization, anti-oppression, social justice, and anti-racism, as these concepts are inherent to trauma-informed care. We emphasize community as essential to healing and self-care as a necessary and practical approach to sustaining ourselves so we can care for others. Our training are grounded in Patanjali's Eight Limb Path, designed to foster a deep understanding of yoga ancient roots, beyond physical postures.
We are excited to learn with & from you!
We have included lots of information below :)
At Canmore Counselling & Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School our trainings are grounded in: decolonization, anti-oppression, social justice, and anti-racism, as these concepts are inherent to trauma-informed care. We emphasize community as essential to healing and self-care as a necessary and practical approach to sustaining ourselves so we can care for others. Our training are grounded in Patanjali's Eight Limb Path, designed to foster a deep understanding of yoga ancient roots, beyond physical postures.
We are excited to learn with & from you!
We have included lots of information below :)
Tawow! Welcome!
The intention for Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School is to support you in learning ways to honour the roots of yoga and integrate yoga psychology into your life. This 200-hour yoga teacher training adheres to the Yoga Alliance training standards and offers you a thorough understanding how trauma-informed care to empower the folks you support, on and off of the yoga mat. This teacher training is open to anyone interested in deepening their practice!
We will meet live, via Zoom, for 4 weekend workshop-style modules to complete your contact hours. You will also complete two self-paced courses and required home study readings, at your own pace and can start these as soon as you are accepted into the program. Each live workshop is designed to resemble a retreat-like format with time dedicated to creating a sacred space to support authentic and meaningful connections with like-minded souls.
From a nurturing attachment-based approach, you will be invited to experience all practices and teachings for yourself, with the intention of empowering you as a helping professional and yoga teacher. With trauma being a sensitive topic, each student is required to complete an application for enrollment with special attention on how you plan to support yourself, mind-body-spirit-heart, throughout the training.
Our 200-hour training centres on Patanjali's eight limbs of yoga, integrating the principles of asana (physical postures), pranayama (breath control), pratyahara (withdrawal of senses), dharana (concentration), dhyana (meditation), and samadhi (absorption). This comprehensive approach ensures that our graduates are well-equipped to teach yoga in a way that honours its rich traditions and holistic benefits.
We will meet live, via Zoom, for 4 weekend workshop-style modules to complete your contact hours. You will also complete two self-paced courses and required home study readings, at your own pace and can start these as soon as you are accepted into the program. Each live workshop is designed to resemble a retreat-like format with time dedicated to creating a sacred space to support authentic and meaningful connections with like-minded souls.
From a nurturing attachment-based approach, you will be invited to experience all practices and teachings for yourself, with the intention of empowering you as a helping professional and yoga teacher. With trauma being a sensitive topic, each student is required to complete an application for enrollment with special attention on how you plan to support yourself, mind-body-spirit-heart, throughout the training.
Our 200-hour training centres on Patanjali's eight limbs of yoga, integrating the principles of asana (physical postures), pranayama (breath control), pratyahara (withdrawal of senses), dharana (concentration), dhyana (meditation), and samadhi (absorption). This comprehensive approach ensures that our graduates are well-equipped to teach yoga in a way that honours its rich traditions and holistic benefits.
Hello from Dr. Melissa | she/her
Program Director & Lead Faculty
Program Director & Lead Faculty
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tân'si, hello! As a nehiyaw (Cree) member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, it is a joy to walk alongside incredible souls who are dedicated to self-awareness & community care. I am dedicated to decolonizing myself and lifelong yoga studentship alongside Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Healers.
As a psychologist & associate professor, it is a privilege to offer community care. My work is grounded in decolonized healing, putting social justice into action, and supporting continued learning and unlearning, across the lifespan. For more information about me, click here |
A Message from Alex | she/her
Student Support & Coordinator
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I’m Alex! I am a 500-Hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher & the Coordinator for Canmore Counselling! I offer Student Support, Program Coordination & Home Study Review, which I love.
Please reach out to me, anytime, via email or book a call! My email is: [email protected] |
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200-Hour YTT Learning Objectives
- In-depth study and practice with emphasis on Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga within the Yoga Sutras
- Trauma-informed yoga practices, on and off the mat.
- Techniques to foster a supportive and inclusive yoga environment
- Practical skills for creating empathic, compassionate trauma-informed care
- Personal and professional development through yoga psychology
Spring 2026 Schedule
March 6th - April 19th, 2026
Four weekends, live via Zoom + Two self-paced courses + Three required books
Four weekends, live via Zoom + Two self-paced courses + Three required books
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Module 1
March 6th - 8th Fri 5pm-8pm MST Sat 9am-7pm MST Sun9am-4pm MST |
Module 3
March 20th - 22nd Fri 5pm-8pm MST Sat 9am-7pm MST Sun9am-4pm MST |
Module 3
April 3rd - 5th Fri 5pm-8pm MST Sat 9am-7pm MST Sun9am-4pm MST |
Module 4
April 17th - 19th Fri 5pm-8pm MST Sat 9am-7pm MST Sun9am-4pm MST |
2026 Tuition Options
*If for some reason you are not accepted into this program, your tuition will be refunded, in-full*
Tuition Special
$2200.00 (gst included)
Paid-in-Full
non-refundable tuition required to secure your spot
Available until November 30th
$2200.00 (gst included)
Paid-in-Full
non-refundable tuition required to secure your spot
Available until November 30th
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Extra Early-Bird Tuition
$2500.00 + 5% gst Paid-in-Full Includes a $500 non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot Available until January 15th |
Early-Bird Tuition
$2750.00 + 5% gst Paid-in-Full Includes a $500 non-refundable initial deposit required to secure your spot Available until Feb 15th |
The 200-Hour YTT Tuition Special is Non-Refundable.
If you are unable to attend the training you applied to, you are welcome to transfer yourself into the next cohort (within 12-months).
If you are unable to attend the training you applied to, you are welcome to transfer yourself into the next cohort (within 12-months).
You Can Indicate Which Tuition You Want In Your Application
Grateful for our incredible faculty!
*Please click on our photos, to read our bios*
*Please click on our photos, to read our bios*
Curriculum
*Please note that some sessions may be adjusted slightly based on faculty availability*
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Theory in Practice with Melissa | she/her
Learning with Michael | he/him
Learning with Swaati | she/her
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Learning with Tash | she/her
Learning with Gurmukh | he/him
Learning with Lindsey | she/her
Learning with Simmi | she/her
Learning with Zabie | she/her
Learning with Carolyn | she/her & Alumni
Certification Support with Alex | she/her |
What Tuition Includes:
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Workshop Presentations & Course Content
Official Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School 200-Hour Course Materials |
Support Network with Like-Minded Souls
Connect and stay connected to a group of helping professionals dedicated to growth & learning |
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Certificate of Completion
Certificate of completion, enabling eligibility to register with Yoga Alliance as a RYT-200. |
Integrated Eight Limb Yoga Practices
We will empower you in deepening your own practice, by honouring yoga's roots. |
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Experiential Learning
Each module is created to feel like a retreat for you, while you grow as a trauma-informed yoga teacher, in community. |
Self-Paced Courses
Being Trauma-Informed with Melissa Community Care & Practices with Carolyn & Alumni |
Required Reading & Home Study:
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Required Readings & Reflections
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Recommended Asana Books:
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Yoga Is For Everyone!
Here is some information for those considering applying for a scholarship:
Eligible recipients must complete the 200-Hour YTT application. In your application please let us know that you would like to be considered for the scholarship and we will include additional information within your welcome email.
Please note that these scholarships are not available for the tuition special or extra early-bird tuition as those rates are intended to enhance affordability for all.
Eligible recipients must complete the 200-Hour YTT application. In your application please let us know that you would like to be considered for the scholarship and we will include additional information within your welcome email.
Please note that these scholarships are not available for the tuition special or extra early-bird tuition as those rates are intended to enhance affordability for all.
Refund Policy:
The $500 (+gst) initial deposit is non-refundable.* As soon as students enroll, we are working behind the scenes to make the school fit well for you! Students also receive access to the required self-paced courses which they can continue working on if they need to withdraw from the course.
If a student needs to withdraw from the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School's yoga teacher training, more than two months prior to the start date, tuition will be refunded, less the $500 (+gst) non-refundable initial deposit.
If a student needs to withdraw from the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School, within two months of the start date, there will be no refunds, however, the student may enroll next time it is offered, after re-applying and paying the non-refundable deposit.
Please note that the Tuition Special is non-refundable although can be transferred to a later cohort, within 12-months.*
*If for some reason you are not accepted into this program, your tuition will be refunded, in-full*
If a student needs to withdraw from the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School's yoga teacher training, more than two months prior to the start date, tuition will be refunded, less the $500 (+gst) non-refundable initial deposit.
If a student needs to withdraw from the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School, within two months of the start date, there will be no refunds, however, the student may enroll next time it is offered, after re-applying and paying the non-refundable deposit.
Please note that the Tuition Special is non-refundable although can be transferred to a later cohort, within 12-months.*
*If for some reason you are not accepted into this program, your tuition will be refunded, in-full*
Please reach out to Alex with any questions you have or visit our Frequently Asked Questions Page :)
Dr. Melissa Jay is an Indigenous, nehiyaw-Métis member of the Métis Nation of Alberta. The primary location of Canmore Counselling and Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School is located in Chuwapchipchiyan Kudi Bi (translated from Îyârhe Nakoda as “shooting at the willows”), colonially known as Canmore. We are grateful to be located on Treaty 7 territory and the current and ancestral lands of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda), which includes of the Bearspaw First Nation, Chiniki First Nation, and Goodstoney First Nation, as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Siksika First Nation, Piikani First Nation, and Kainai First Nation. This is also the home to the Rocky View Métis District 4 within the Battle River Territory. We recognize all Nations who continue to nurture these lands, and we are dedicated to uplifting Truth, language, and culture as essential to right relations. As an act of reconciliation and commitment to decolonization, we are committed to the TRC's Calls to Action.
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that trauma-informed care requires commitment to community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism. Thank you for being here :)
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that trauma-informed care requires commitment to community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism. Thank you for being here :)