Somatic Awareness Yoga Training
with Ann Saffi Biasetti, PhD, LCSW-R, C-IAYT
levels 1 & 2 | Certified IAYT
Trauma-Informed Somatic Training Programs
As a Certified Yoga Therapist through the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT), I love to help my clients embody on and off the mat.
I currently am not offering any 1:1 yoga therapy sessions, as I incorporate all of these skills into both my Somatic Psychotherapy and my Somatic Coaching sessions. As you will see below, I am also busy offering multiple teachings in my community and training others in the practice of Restorative Yoga Therapeutics. I have trained over 130 teachers in this trauma-informed somatic work. Please see below for upcoming trainings and local community events.
Please Note: An Embodied Life Therapeutic Restorative Yoga Teacher-Training Programs are Member Schools of IAYT (The International Association of Yoga Therapists) and offer continuing education credits for yoga therapists and may qualify for credit at many IAYT certified yoga therapy schools. For certified yoga teachers, hours may be applied to continuing ed credits through YA. Those interested in participating in the Level 1 or Level 2 Restorative Yoga Training program do NOT need to be certified yoga teachers, but I do require that you have held a dedicated yoga practice for two years or more.
Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
LEVEL 1 (50 hrs)
This is an extremely comprehensive, trauma-informed training program that is unique in format and what you will learn. I bring years of experience working with hundreds of bodies in restorative practice and embodiment, and have trained over 120 local teachers! This training is truly comprehensive and unlike any other, honoring the true lineage of Restorative and Therapeutic Yoga.
In this 50-hour training, you will learn the art and skill of restorative yoga, its benefits, and anatomy; and be fully prepared to guide a group class.
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The art of “seeing” a body and developing your eye and intuition
Autonomic Nervous System functioning and the cycle of stress in the body and mind, including the physiology and neuroscience of stress and relaxation
The physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of Restorative Yoga
Anatomy for Level 1 Restorative Yoga
Basic postures along with therapeutic adjustments
Beginning training in what embodiment is and therapeutic presence
How to lead a full restorative group class
The beginning of working 1:1
Ethics and boundaries
Proper setups and adjustments for different bodies
Working with special populations (pregnancy, physical limitations, etc.)
The art of sequencing the poses for an effective class/workshop and intention
Sequencing restoratives into an active Vinyasa class
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This training is open to students and yoga instructors with a dedicated yoga practice for at least two years (including experience as a student of restorative or yin yoga). It is limited to 12 participants.
A 50-hour certificate will be issued upon completion of the training. In addition to the group training, students will be required to complete a project for final certification. Students will also receive a certificate of completion indicating 50 Yoga Alliance CEU hours in Restorative Yoga.
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Fall 2024 Training Dates:
October 18-20 & October 25-27Class Times:
Friday — 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday & Sunday — 9:00am - 6:00pmLocation:
Training takes place at Yoga Mandali in Saratoga Springs, NY. -
Tuition is $925 with a nonrefundable $200 deposit due at time of registration to secure your spot. Full tuition must be paid by October 18, 2024. Cancellations made after this time will result in NO refunds.
Class size is limited to 12 people.
Please register through Yoga Mandali:
Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
LEVEL 2 (70 hrs)
This is an extremely comprehensive training meant for those interested in working 1:1 with clients for somatic awareness and embodiment training.
This training is an approved foundational training and continuing education course in Yoga Therapy through IAYT and follows the Panchamaya Yoga Therapy Healing System. You will explore the depth of restorative practice, the Koshas, and the practices’ therapeutic nature, including its impact on autonomic functioning and its use in somatic healing. It is taught through a trauma-informed lens.
A great emphasis is placed on the teaching of embodiment, somatics, and the development of your presence in the teacher-client relationship. Through my years as a Somatic Psychotherapist and Coach with individuals, I bring a wealth of information and expertise in mind-body integration and embodiment to make this training unique.
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Further develop your eye, voice, touch and intention in working both individually and in a class setting
Further develop your understanding of the Doshas/Koshas in restorative poses
Understand the Panchamaya Model in Yoga Therapy
Develop dynamic use of props to address individual needs/special populations
Learn to effectively work 1:1 with students developing individualized sequences based on need
Learn therapeutic sequences to address mind/body connection, anxiety, depression, and stress reduction and nervous system regulation
Learn proper boundaries and ethics to work in a trauma-informed way
Learn therapeutic poses to target different organ systems
Deepen presence with a client and effective communication
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In addition to the group training, students will be required to complete an at home project which consists of working with a client 1:1 for 6 weeks. This is a required project for final certification.
In order to participate in the Level 2 Restorative Teacher Training, you must have completed a Restorative Yoga training with me or another teacher.
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Spring 2025 Dates TBA
Class Times:
Friday — 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday & Sunday — 9:00am - 5:00pmLocation:
Training takes place at Yoga Mandali in Saratoga Springs, NY. -
Tuition is $975 with a nonrefundable $250 deposit due at time of registration to secure your spot. Full tuition must be paid by TBD. Cancellations made after this time will result in NO refunds.
Class size is limited to 10 people.
Please register through Yoga Mandali:
yogamandali.com/restorative-yoga
518-584-0807