Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga 20 Hour Foundational Seminar

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Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga 20 Hour Foundational Seminar

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Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga 20 Hour Foundational Seminar

August 25—27, 2023

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Trauma exists across a continuum interpersonally and systemically with varied impact. Participants are invited to explore power dynamics and intersectionality as they relate to lived experience. With a focus on the foundational concepts and basic applications of the TCTSY modality, seminar participants will have multiple opportunities to integrate knowledge into practice throughout the weekend.

This seminar is for anyone interested in establishing or deepening their trauma-informed perspective and practice in relation to yoga. All are welcome. This seminar is not intended for individual diagnosis or treatment.

Key Content
  • Conceptualizing Trauma and Complex Trauma
  • Trauma theory, Attachment theory and Neuroscience
  • Building trauma-informed relationships
  • Elements and challenges of the TCTSY modality
  • Overview of research and studies on TCTSY

This seminar satisfies the primary prerequisite for application to the 300 hour TCTSY certification program.

Self-study prior to seminar starting will include video viewing and article reading.

Registration is on a sliding scale in recognition of income inequality and access to resources. Pricing ranges from $375.00 to $425.00

Lidia Snyder

Lidia J. Snyder is a Licensed Master Social Worker(LMSW), Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), Certified Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator and Trainer (TCTSY-F), and a firm believer in the capacity of yoga to enhance and change lives. A personal yoga practice had brought many benefits to Lidia and she began to under...
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Himalayan Institute Retreat Center

For more than fifty years, the Himalayan Institute’s Retreat Center has been a gathering place for people seeking inspiration and aspiring to restore inner balance. Home to a vibrant community of yogis, it’s a place for seekers wishing to study the ancient tradition of yoga and to deepen the connection between themselves and the world around them. Whether you visit for a weekend retreat, a personal getaway, or one of our longer-term programs, your visit to the Himalayan Institute will accelerate your personal journey of rejuvenation and transformation.
Free Wifi
400-Acre Campus
On-Site Cafe
Meditation Shrine
Wooded Hiking Trails
Pond with Kayaks
On-Site Wellness Center
Bonfires and Stargazing
Bookstore and Giftshop

Retreat Center Highlights

Sacred Space
The Sri Vidya Shrine is the spiritual heart of the Himalayan Institute. This sanctuary offers an ideal setting for silent meditation and group spiritual practice, a cornerstone of the Himalayan Tradition for thousands of years. Open to seekers of all backgrounds and traditions, the Shrine provides a serene, sacred space for meditation, quiet reflection, prayer, and contemplation.
Nourishing Meals
Our nutritionally balanced vegetarian meals are thoughtfully prepared to nourish body, mind, and spirit. Each of our three daily meals is designed to be easily digestible and to support a meditative lifestyle. Sharing meals here naturally fosters connection, offering both deep nourishment and a sense of community.
Loving Community
The Himalayan Institute welcomes people from all walks of life. With a blend of short-term guests, long-term visitors, and a vibrant residential community, the atmosphere here is warm, inviting, and rooted in kindness, generosity, and service. It’s a place where friendships form naturally, often becoming the kind of connections that feel like family, and last a lifetime.
Rest in Nature
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Poconos, the Himalayan Institute’s 400-acre campus offers breathtaking views, scenic hiking trails, and quiet spaces for reflection and contemplation. Walking is a favorite activity, whether along our groomed trails or meandering paved roads, inviting both movement and mindful presence in nature.
Conscious Simplicity
At the Himalayan Institute, we embrace simplicity in all aspects of life, from our surroundings to our approach to yoga. By minimizing distractions, we create space to strengthen the inner self and quiet the mind. Guided by authenticity and grounded in philosophy rather than frills, we support a path of meaningful personal growth.
Treat Yourself
Our Himalayan Café serves the Institute’s signature chai, coffee, and homemade cookies and treats on Saturday and Sunday mornings. The 24/7 Tea Lounge offers a variety of herbal teas for anytime enjoyment. On campus, the MOKA Origins Factory is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering handcrafted, ethically sourced chocolate and coffee, with free tours and tastings on Saturdays.
Date
August 25—27, 2023
Duration
3 days, 2 nights

$400 per person + accommodations Registration is on a sliding scale in recognition of income inequality and access to resources. Pricing ranges from $375 to $425

Registration

Dates
Friday, August 25, 2023 @ 7:00 pmSunday, August 27, 2023 @ 1:00 pm
Tuition
$400 per person + accommodations
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