Hummingbird Yoga and Massage, a pioneer in the use of mindfulness and yoga for addiction and trauma recovery, is now offering a training course for yoga teachers and/or massage therapists who are interested in serving this special population. 

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NECTAR Training (Nurturing Energy Cultivates Trauma/Addiction Recovery)

This 8-hour training is geared towards bodyworkers and yoga instructors, therapists, addiction counselors, or anyone who has a desire to work with this very special population.

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 Cost:  $300 Per person

(Studio Owners using this training as a part of their 200 Hour YTT, contact Linda for Group rates). 

 

Course Description

$300 Per person

Through discussions, interactive exercises, and hands-on practice, NECTAR® training attendees learn how to effectively serve this unique population, creating a nurturing, healing, and empowering experience in each session

 

Hummingbird’s NECTAR® (Nurturing Energy Cultivates Trauma and Addiction Recovery) training is a 8-hour course that provides foundational knowledge of addiction and trauma, , and addresses the practical concerns of serving this group of working with this population, including:

• In depth understanding of what trauma and addiction is and how they affect the body/mind/spirit

• Understanding the role of Samskaras (pathways of the brain) and Somatics (Trauma trapped in the tissues) in Trauma/Recovery

• Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System (Flight/Fight/Freeze Response) and how Pranayama (Breath Control) Asana (Postures), and Touch (Massage) effect this system.

• Holding Space for your client (Listening Skills)

• How to approach and make contact with your client

• Creating the right environment

• Much More!

Learning Outcomes

Students will gain a better understanding and compassion for those effected by addiction and trauma.

After learning about somatics and how trauma is stored in the body, the student will understand the importance of how to approach and communicate with their client, verbally, and non-verbally.

Students will understand Samskaras (Pathways in the brain) and how movement therapy and massage help to create new healthier pathways in the brain.

Students will have a good understanding of how to relax their client through breath practices, meditation, and hands on work.

*Counts for 8 continuing education credits (CECs) with Yoga Alliance as well as 8 continuing education credits with NCBTMB for massage therapists. 

 

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