Immersion - Restorative - Whitespace Yoga

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Trauma Informed Restorative Yoga Teacher Training: 4-day Immersion

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It’s easy to be swept away by the demands of modern life…

And today’s pace of life means people are often in a state of high alert

causing their bodies to be flooded with stress hormones that stimulate the “fight or flight” response

This affects everything, from our ability to:

…sleep soundly
…digest our food
…focus and be present
…feel grounded throughout every day
…function in our day-to-day roles

And even our ability to conceive a child

What’s more, 1 in 3 adults report having experienced some sort of developmental trauma in their lives

…Whether relatively minor, or a major traumatic event

In fact, we all experience at least one of these symptoms as a result of our experiences

So how does Restorative yoga help?

Teaching and Practicing Trauma-Informed Restorative Yoga can be a powerful tool in aiding the process of regulating the nervous system

And help undo the effects of stress

Bringing about a sense of feeling grounded, calm, relaxed and safe

So Restorative yoga is considered the true antidote to stress

…because it allows us to relax deeply with awareness

But what does that mean exactly?

‘Relaxing with awareness’ means consciously allowing yourself to first notice that…

The mind is stressed, noisy and overworked
And as a result, the body is in a state of tension

So practising relaxing with awareness becomes the key to:

…unlocking stress and restoring your mind and body to a state of balance or homeostasis

…in a similar way to meditation

Your teacher for this 4-day Restorative immersion is Whitespace’s founder, the teacher of teachers Deborah Berryman.

In Deborah’s own words,

“To feel the power of the practice for myself, and to see it in my students’ faces, it absolutely convinced me to train as a Restorative teacher…

…to have that complement of learning how to sit still, and to truly nourish ourselves in rest is one of the greatest gifts that we can give ourselves and students.”

But I’m not a teacher… is this for me?

If you’ve read this far, chances are either…

…you’re a yoga teacher interested in taking your teaching to the next level with these powerful skills…

…or you’re a dedicated yoga student, with a minimum of one year’s consistent practice, or a health professional, looking to explore the healing powers of Restorative yoga for your own needs, or to broaden your knowledge…

So if this is you, you don’t want to miss this!

This is an incredibly powerful practice and training

…What will you come out of it with?

Deborah will introduce you to the practice, concepts and true benefits of these techniques…

Whether you teach others or you’re interested in this for your own practice

So you’ll come out of this training…

Enlightened – with a total appreciation for Restorative yoga philosophy and practice and its power in healing stress and trauma
Equipped – with powerful new skills and tools to bring into your own practice or to share with others
Less stressed – knowing how to harness your parasympathetic nervous system, and tap into your mind-body connection to train the body to relax on command
More relaxed – understanding how to let go of stress, anxiety and negative thoughts through Restorative techniques
Sleeping better – educated on how Restorative yoga can trigger a rapid relaxation response and give you more of that ‘elixir of life’, quality sleep
More focused – learning how to manage distractions and be truly present, to have peace of mind throughout every day

Sounds good? Great!
And how do the days look?

Each day includes…

Restorative practice
as well as meditation
and self-reflection

We’ll approach these from three angles

The Theory – Most of us are living in a place of stress, and many people have experienced some form of trauma, whether relatively minor or a major traumatic event. So we’ll explore what Restorative yoga is and why everybody needs it
The Technique – We’ll explore what you need to consider with touch, language and technique when doing Restorative, particularly when working with trauma
The Embodiment – This element is about really experiencing the practice. Deborah will practise with you, so you really get to feel the effects of it yourself

And we’ll explore these key topics:

Restorative philosophy and practice – Looking at the origins of the practice and its application today
Neurobiology, Nervous Systems & Organs – How they’re connected and their role
Anatomy and physiology – Of trauma and prolonged stress, including complex and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Techniques – For propping and supporting practitioners in the postures
The art of skilfully holding space – For you to be ever more present for your students to help them grow
Trauma-informed yoga philosophy & application

…training you how to apply all this wisdom into your personal practice or teaching

For teachers specifically, this training will also provide support with verbal cueing and set up of postures, sequencing, and creating a safe space for all students

In addition, you’ll also do your own daily practice during the course as well as journaling

How many hours is this course?

28 contact hours
10 reading hours and research
One 12-hour assignment including teaching, self-practice and enquiry

Ok. What certification will I get from this training?

Whether just starting the journey as a Yoga Teacher, seeking to enhance existing teaching skills or simply wish to develop their personal practice…

this course is a welcome study immersion for yoga teachers and teachers in training

to refresh, renew and to deepen their practice and teach authentically…

grounded both in self-awareness and experiential knowledge

It’s also open to dedicated yoga students (minimum of 1 year’s consistent practice) wanting to deepen their understanding and practice of yoga

and health professionals (e.g. Osteopaths, Psychomotor Therapists) keen to broaden their knowledge and skills (please note, this wouldn’t certify you as a Restorative Yoga Teacher)

If you’re a teacher:

You will earn a Whitespace 50-hour trauma-informed Restorative teaching certificate, which is accredited by the Yoga Alliance Professionals

And these training hours can be used for CPD points with other organisations, e.g. Yoga Alliance, British Wheel, General Osteopathic Council (please check with your professional body for details)

If you’re not a teacher:
And you’re doing this training for your own personal development, you’ll earn a Certificate of Attendance, which will help to open up new opportunities for you as you continue your personal yoga journey

Who is Deborah?
Meet your teacher

Deborah is a ‘teacher of teachers’, and runs national and international retreats, workshops and teacher trainings

She is the founder and senior faculty member of Whitespace’s Teacher Training Programme. And holds the highest level of certification from Yoga Alliance

Known for her infectious curiosity for the practice and for life, her trainings are always insightful and great fun!

Deborah’s journey with Restorative Yoga started many years ago with the great Simon Low…

… and she studied for many years with internationally renowned Judith Lasater, assisting her training in the UK and completing her Advanced Therapeutic Restorative Teacher Training

Drawing on over 12 years of teaching, Deborah brings her wealth of experience and passion for Restorative yoga, to explore with you how to relax and rest deeply, and share the tools and life-enhancing benefits of regular practice

She strikes that balance of touching the deeper & more profound aspects of our practice and ourselves, whilst rediscovering a lightness and playful side… which is extremely life affirming!

Deborah believes that to free the body, we must first understand how everything integrates, and how we can support all aspects of the self to bring about healing, by exploring both the functional as well as our emotional and energetic patterns

But don’t take our word for it! Read for yourself what our past Restorative students made of this training…

“The quality of this training was exceptional”
I believe this training was delivered exactly as described and did not feel compromised at all by being online. I certainly got what I came for and a whole lot more! This stuff is not just about rocking out some shapes, it is about personal transformation, about changing the way yoga teachers teach all of their classes, it is about changing lives.
– Nina

“Exceeded my expectations”
Just to say another thank you for the training this week. It was amazing and exceeded my expectations. Loved connecting with you, the tone, the pace, the content – just what I needed.
– Ann

“Really can’t think of anything I would change”
Gave me the confidence in knowing you have the ability to not only teach better, but live a better life. Overall a friendly, encouraging and knowledgeable course with a good sense of humour. Keep it real!
– Sarah

“Wonderful course, phenomenal teacher and something I will cherish as a yoga teacher whenever I hit my own mat or teach others.”
I really loved the Trauma informed Restorative Yoga teacher training. The thing that I have benefited most from was the self-practice embodiment assessment. I am using it everyday, and it is hard to say exactly what it does to make you feel and operate differently but it does. That has been a total eye opener and will make a real difference to the way I teach. Thanks Whitespace!
– Jane

“A fantastic course and inspiring teacher – super informative and a great experience”
I want to say a big thank you to Deborah for organising this course. She is a really nurturing, grounding teacher with a lovely influential manner. Having not experienced much restorative yoga before, feeling confident with what I have learnt, I have now incorporated it into my practice and have begun to teach others. There was a great structure and pace to the course allowing a lot to be fitted in.
– Abi

“I thoroughly enjoyed every single day – Grateful for the whole experience”
Deborah you’re an amazing teacher, it certainly didn’t feel like a boring learning environment. I must admit, I was a little sceptical about attending something like this online, but it worked and I’m certainly coming round to the idea of doing more online. I loved the content of the course, it was all really relevant and the practical elements of the training were so powerful. Being able to experience them was amazing and I can honestly say life changing. Not being a teacher myself, it was a little daunting being thrown into teaching during the practical sessions but at the same time, this is the best way to learn and it was nothing I thought I couldn’t do. I genuinely loved every minute of it and can’t wait to share what I learnt from it with as many people as possible. I loved the hour of restorative at the end of the course, a really nice gesture and treat. Deborah, I am genuinely grateful for the time, effort and love that you put into delivering the course. Your passion for restorative yoga shines through in your teaching. From the bottom of my heart thank you!
– Kay

“Wow… what a journey this week has been!”
Just the right amount of content and not flooding my brain, every day was recapped which I need for processing information better. Practising on others straight away meant the nerves for teaching and learning, with a bunch of lovely people, was good. I can’t fault the content, the practical, the knowledge of Deborah. Definitely recommending this… Thanks a million Deborah.

“I will be recommending this course to everyone”
Please express my gratitude to Deborah who was a wonderful teacher throughout. I got a HUGE amount from the training and I believe some big pointers for my own life going forward. Deborah was kind, respectful, supportive, informative and generally everything I needed from a course and I am so pleased I attended. There is absolutely nothing I would change about Deborah’s teaching other than seeing her in person and giving her a big hug to say thank you. It has brought up an awful lot for me to attend to in my own life, but has also opened me up to such possibilities. Thank you.
– Emma

Are you ready to give this life-changing gift to yourself?

Places are really limited on this training, and going fast.

When they’re gone… they’re…

So, please go ahead and grab your spot right now.

And do something amazing for yourself.

You will seriously thank yourself afterwards!

Regular price: £450
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Frequently Asked Questions

ABOUT RESTORATIVE TEACHER TRAINING

Do I need to have any experience of Restorative Yoga to join this Restorative Teacher Training?

You don’t need to have had experience of Restorative Yoga, but we strongly recommend you try out as many classes if you can. This will allow you to begin to understand the practice, both from a student and teacher perspective, and get the most out of the training.

I am not a qualified yoga teacher, can I still do the Restorative Teacher Training?

Yes you can. If you are a dedicated yoga student (with a minimum of 2 years consistent practice) you are able to attend the course to deepen your knowledge and experience. You may choose to integrate this learning into your practice or even your field of work, but you will not be a qualified Restorative Yoga Teacher unless you have completed your foundation level Teacher Training (usually 200hr or equivalent). In this instance, you can still receive a Certificate of Attendance upon request.

I'm Pregnant or have an Injury, can I still attend?

Yes absolutely! All poses can be modified to take care of specific needs. Please let us know if there’s anything we should be aware of.

ABOUT THE COMMITMENT FOR RESTORATIVE TEACHER TRAINING

How much time do I have to dedicate to the training outside of the contact hours?

The course is a 50 hour course, which is made up of the following:

28 contact teaching hours
22 non-contact hours (includes 10 hours reading and research and 12 hour assignment including teaching, self-practice and enquiry)

What happens if I must cancel my Restorative Teacher Training - Cancellation T&C's

We make our cancellation and refund policy transparent – ensuring it’s available before booking, at the time of booking and also on your receipt confirmation – so you can make an informed decision. Please take time to read this carefully. All clients are asked to agree to Whitespace terms and conditions upon booking a course or workshop.

In the event of Whitespace cancelling an event:
you will receive a full refund, or the option of being transferred to another workshop or a credit to your Whitespace account.

In the event of you cancel an event place:
provided you have notified us within the cancellation window (see below), you can receive a refund (less deposit or admin fee), or the option of being transferred to another workshop or a credit to your Whitespace account

We regret no refund or transfer can be given outside of these terms, including if you are unable to attend due to illness, work, family or other reasons. Before committing to a course or event, please ensure you can attend the scheduled number of sessions to get the most out of the programme. This cancellation policy is firm.

Event	Cancellation Window
Teacher Workshops & Intensives & 8 Week Mindfulness	+60 days before start date refund less 10% admin fee

Transfer to Another Student
By You – If you cancel an event outside of the cancellation window, no refund will be available. You may pass your booking on to a friend at no additional cost (please arrange payment between you). We must be notified via email if a friend will attend in your place.

By Us – If the event is full and we can find someone on the wait list to take your place, we will offer you a refund less a 20% admin fee, or credit your Whitespace account for future purchases – valid for 1 year.

Leaving an Event
It is our aim and policy to facilitate students who may be experiencing difficulties either with the event or in other areas of their life, so they are able to complete the event. However, we understand that in some circumstances this is not possible, and students may feel they have no choice other than to leave a course or programme. In this instance we will be unable to give you a certificate or graduate you from the training, and your event fees cannot be refunded.

Teacher Availability
In the event where a teacher is unavailable due to illness or an emergency, an alternative teacher will be arranged wherever possible. For retreats, we strongly recommend participants have adequate insurance to cover any cancelled travel or personal expenses, as we cannot make reimbursements over and above our cancellation policy.

Booking Terms & Conditions
We do expect this Teaching Restorative Yoga Immersion Training course to fill up quickly and places are limited to ensure the best standard of training, and providing a personal and supportive learning experience. All applications and investments are subject to acceptance on to the training course. Deposit or full payment is required to secure your place (please see above). Please make sure you have read and understood our Cancellation Policy before you book.

Leaving the Training
It is our aim and policy to facilitate anyone who may be experiencing difficulties either with the training or in other areas of their life so they are able to complete the course. However, we understand that in some circumstances this is not possible and students have no choice other than to leave the course. In this instance we will be unable to give you a certificate or graduate you from the training, and your course fees cannot be refunded.

Do I have to complete the Assignment?

There is an assignment but this isn’t mandatory. The Assignment is a way to demonstrate a level of competency – to show the learning has been integrated and applied to a teaching setting. If you have no intention of teaching Restorative Yoga and simply wish to attend for your personal development/practice, then you don’t have to complete this (although you’re welcome to). For teachers wishing to certify as a Restorative Yoga Teacher, the Assignment is necessary – along with the completion of all training hours – to obtain Certification.

How long do I have to complete the Assignment?

You will have 2 months to complete the written assignment. The assignment will be explained in full detail during the training, and the exact deadline date will be given to you.

What happens if I can’t attend one or half day of the training?

To obtain the 50-hour Restorative Yoga Teaching Certificate, you need to have attended 100% of the training, otherwise, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance only for the number of hours attended.

If there is space, it may be possible to attend the day missed when the course is next run at Whitespace Studio.

There would be an additional fee for this and is subject to availability.

If you miss any of the sessions, it may be possible to arrange a make-up session with the course tutor, ½ day training equates to a 2.5 hour make-up session and is charged at £90/hr.

ABOUT RESTORATIVE TEACHER TRAINING QUALIFICATION

What will be covered during the course?

In this Immersion, we will explore Restorative practice, the Nervous System & Organs and the neurobiology and physiology of trauma and prolonged stress. Also recapping on relevant aspects of Yoga Anatomy, Physiology & Philosophy, the Art of Using Props & Holding Space, Teaching Techniques and Considerations. Deborah will share her experience and the tools of the practice, exploring how to relax and rest deeply. Each day will include Restorative Practice as well as Meditation and Self-reflection.

Does this course count towards CPD?

Completion of this course will contribute 50hrs towards your Continued Professional Development (CPD Points). Please check with your awarding body (e.g. BWY, Yoga Alliance, FRYOG) about the specifics on how you record these. If you require a signature, please bring your forms along to the training.

What happens if I fail the assignment?

Provided you have maintained your commitment to the course, you will be given an opportunity to re-submit your assignment. There may be an additional cost for this.