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# Prison Yoga Project Community
We are a community dedicated to personal and social transformation, through learning, connection, and service.
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## Posts
- [Build a Bridge. Shine a Light.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/08/28/build-a-bridge-shine-a-light/) - Bringing Yoga Into Every Stage of the Justice System The following reflection was written by Judge Dan Healy, a Superior Court judge in Solano County, California, and a longtime advocate for expanding therapeutic and healing-centered approaches within the criminal justice system. Dan has developed and presided over treatment courts focused on substance use, mental health,
- [Ten Weeks of Yoga, Lasting Change](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/06/12/ten-weeks-of-yoga-lasting-change/) - Research from a women's correctional facility reveals how trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness foster healing, belonging, and resilience. For more than 25 years, Paula Pierolivo Rodriguez has worked alongside communities impacted by trauma, violence, and marginalization around the world. A bilingual advocate, yoga and mindfulness teacher, and longtime volunteer, Paula has spent the past three years
- [The Questions I Still Carry About My Uncle Brian](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/05/29/the-questions-i-still-carry-about-my-uncle-brian/) - The following reflection was written by Prison Yoga Project Board Member Lindsey Athanasiou. At Prison Yoga Project, we often share stories that help illuminate the humanity of people impacted by incarceration and the experiences that inspire our commitment to this work. We are deeply grateful to Lindsey for sharing the story of her Uncle Brian—a
- [Three Hours to Cleveland](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/04/10/three-hours-to-cleveland/) - What makes a program last inside a correctional facility? It’s not just funding, or curriculum, or even outcomes—though all of those matter. It’s relationships. The kind built over time between facilitators and participants, between organizations and staff, between people who may stand on different sides of the system but share a belief that something better
- [Returning to Joy: Youth Yoga at Pulaski County Juvenile Detention Center](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/03/20/returning-to-joy-youth-yoga-at-pulaski-county-juvenile-detention-center/) - With support from the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame, Prison Yoga Project recently restarted our youth yoga program at Pulaski County Juvenile Detention Center. Over five months, we provided 20 trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness sessions, reaching 41 young people. Alongside movement and breathwork, youth engaged with This Time I Choose: Daring to Find a New
- [Full Circle: Welcoming Darnell “Moe” Washington to the PYP Board](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/03/12/full-circle-welcoming-darnell-moe-washington-to-the-pyp-board/) - With heartfelt gratitude and great enthusiasm, I’m honored to share that Darnell “Moe” Washington—a former participant in yoga programming at San Quentin—is Prison Yoga Project’s newest board member. Why is this so meaningful? Because Moe embodies the transformation we hope for all those who practice yoga in prison—to become their full selves, to care deeply
- [Living with Balance and Stability](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/02/27/living-with-balance-and-stability/) - By Andre Williams, Participant in the PYP Sangha at California Men’s Colony My name is Andre Williams. I am 56 years of age and a lifer. I have been practicing yoga here at the California Men’s Colony for well over a year. I have been blessed to learn from the amazing yoga instructors, Stephanie, Mary,
- [It’s an Inside Job: A Book, a New Beginning, and a Growing Movement in Sweden](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/02/11/its-an-inside-job-a-book-a-new-beginning-and-a-growing-movement-in-sweden/) - We have some big news to share — and we’re taking a moment to celebrate. Prison Yoga Project Scandinavia has officially launched our new website, and we now have formal nonprofit status in Sweden. This has been a long and sometimes challenging journey. Navigating the Swedish bureaucratic system as a grassroots organization working across justice,
- [Life-Shifting Epiphanies in the Chaos of a Maximum-Security Facility](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/01/30/life-shifting-epiphanies-in-the-chaos-of-a-maximum-security-facility/) - Life-shifting epiphanies in the chaos of a maximum-security facility seem unfathomable. An environment where every human being, employees and incarcerated individuals alike, exists largely in fight, flight, or freeze is not the most fertile ground for deep reflection. Having facilitated discussions for the past eight years in challenging environments, I have been privileged to witness
- [From Incarceration To Leadership: Nicole B’s Journey With Prison Yoga Project](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/01/23/from-incarceration-to-leadership-nicole-bs-journey-with-prison-yoga-project/) - Last fall, I found myself standing beside Jen Lindgren who teaches yoga inside the prison where I was once incarcerated. We were at a public luncheon, representing Prison Yoga Project, answering questions about a program that had quite literally changed the trajectory of my life. The moment felt full circle—and deeply personal. I first learned
- [Clarity, Community, and the Refusal to Look Away](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2026/01/16/clarity-community-and-the-refusal-to-look-away/) - As of last week, Prison Yoga Project’s 10th cohort of Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership—our 200-hour virtual yoga teacher training—is officially underway. Our first live session took place on Thursday, January 15, marking the beginning of our largest cohort to date. This cohort brings together participants from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and lived
- [Yoga as a Path to Freedom: The Journey of Tien Nguyen](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/11/17/yoga-as-a-path-to-freedom-the-journey-of-tien-nguyen/) - I often say that yoga found me when I needed it most. My name is Tien Nguyen, and I am a yoga facilitator with Prison Yoga Project and an instructor at Family Bridges Inc. in Oakland, California. My work focuses on bringing trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness to those often forgotten: the incarcerated, the recently released,
- [The Quiet Work of Changing a Culture of Violence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/10/20/the-quiet-work-of-changing-a-culture-of-violence/) - Earlier this month, The New Yorker published a powerful and painful article titled “A Year of Convulsions in New York’s Prisons”. It recounts the killing of Robert Brooks, a man who was beaten to death by correctional officers while incarcerated at Marcy Correctional Facility, and the months of upheaval that followed across New York’s prison
- [At Pendleton, Yoga Is Community](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/10/06/at-pendleton-yoga-is-community/) - When people hear “Prison Yoga Project,” they often imagine straightforward yoga classes in prisons. But for those of us facilitating these sessions, the reality is far more profound. I began volunteering with PYP in 2019 at Indiana State Prison, one of the country’s oldest facilities. My early years as a facilitator were marked by patience
- [Healing the Body, Healing the Heart: Lessons from Yoga and Restorative Circles in Mexican Prisons](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/09/26/healing-the-body-healing-the-heart-lessons-from-yoga-and-restorative-circles-in-mexican-prisons/) - Prison Yoga Project is deeply grateful for the leadership and vision of Luisa Pérez, who has guided PYP–Mexico for the past eight years. As she steps down from her role, Luisa shares—in her own words—the journey, challenges, and profound impact of bringing yoga behind bars in Mexico. I write this article in the final month
- [Behind the Scenes: Creating PYP’s First Graphic Novel](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/09/08/behind-the-scenes-creating-pyps-first-graphic-novel/) - At Prison Yoga Project, we love to share stories of impact—how yoga is reaching people in prisons and jails, and how it’s reshaping communities. Today’s story is a little different. We want to take you behind the scenes and share how our team created something brand new: our first-ever graphic novel. Why Publishing Matters at
- [Healing Trauma Inside San Quentin with Bessel van der Kolk and Licia Sky, co-founders of the Trauma Research Foundation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/08/27/healing-trauma-inside-san-quentin-with-bessel-van-der-kolk-and-licia-sky-co-founders-of-the-trauma-research-foundation/) - What happens when some of the world’s leading voices on trauma step inside a notorious prison? On April 10, San Quentin welcomed Dr. Bessel van der Kolk—psychiatrist, researcher, and author of the groundbreaking The Body Keeps the Score—along with somatic educator Licia Sky. Hosted by San Quentin Mental Health in collaboration with Prison Yoga Project,
- [From Inner War to Inner Peace: Yoga for Men in Norrköping, Sweden](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/08/14/from-inner-war-to-inner-peace-yoga-for-men-in-norrkoping-sweden/) - Giving back—doing something for others and, at the same time, for myself—is the driving force behind the free trauma-adapted yoga class I offer once a week in Norrköping, Sweden. This is a space for men who wish to find a path toward making peace with their inner war. After many years working therapeutically in addiction
- [What Prison Taught Me About Hope](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/07/07/what-prison-taught-me-about-hope/) - Where Do You Find Hope? I have been teaching trauma-informed yoga with Prison Yoga Project (PYP) at Richard J. Donovan (RJD) Correctional Facility for the past eight years. Week after week, since 2017, I’ve sat in circles, stood in yards, moved through breath, and shared stillness alongside men who are largely forgotten by society. And
- [Bringing Yoga to Parliament: Emma Smallman on Centering Hidden Voices](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/07/02/bringing-yoga-to-parliament-emma-smallman-on-centering-hidden-voices/) - Hi, I’m Emma Smallman, based in Birmingham, UK—originally from the Lake District, where my journey began in very different surroundings. For 14 years, I worked with Geese Theatre Company, using drama in prisons and recovery settings to help people explore change and personal responsibility. It was deep, transformative work—and it led me to places I
- [Showing Up Matters: Reflections from RISE25](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/06/25/showing-up-matters-reflections-from-rise25/) - From May 28th through June 1st, I had the privilege of representing Prison Yoga Project (PYP) at the RISE25 Conference in Kissimmee, Florida. Hosted by All Rise—a national training, membership, and advocacy organization focused on improving justice system responses to substance use and mental health disorders—this conference brought together over 8,000 professionals from across the country.
- [Yoga and Active Listening in the Juvenile Justice System: A Meeting Ground for Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/06/12/yoga-and-active-listening-in-the-juvenile-justice-system-a-meeting-ground-for-transformation/) - By Paulo Gombos, Co-Founder of The Atma Institute and PYP Brazil Director We believe that true transformation happens when we are seen, heard, and welcomed. Since I began teaching yoga in a juvenile detention center a little over two years ago, I’ve experienced moments that reaffirm this belief every day. The practice of yoga goes
- [Prison Yoga Project at the 36th Annual Trauma Research Foundation Conference](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/05/30/prison-yoga-project-at-the-36th-annual-trauma-research-foundation-conference/) - On May 14, Prison Yoga Project had the honor of presenting at the 36th Annual International Trauma Conference, hosted by the Trauma Research Foundation (TRF) in Boston. As a proud therapeutic alliance partner of TRF—founded by world-renowned trauma expert Dr. Bessel van der Kolk—we were invited to offer a workshop as part of this seminal
- [From the Inside Out: How Yoga Teacher Training is Transforming Lives Behind Bars](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2025/04/23/from-the-inside-out-how-yoga-teacher-training-is-transforming-lives-behind-bars/) - Inside a correctional facility in New Hampshire, a group of women came together each week from June to December 2024—not just to stretch, breathe, or learn how to guide a yoga class, but to take part in something far more profound: a process of self-reclamation. Fourteen women completed the Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership 200-Hour
- [Josefin Wikström’s Journey: Addressing Social Injustice and Trauma in Prisons](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/11/08/josefin-wikstroms-journey-addressing-social-injustice-and-trauma-in-prisons/) - Josefin Wikström is Prison Yoga Project’s (PYP) Program Director and Training Coordinator for Europe. Based in Sweden, she teaches yoga and movement in high-security women’s and men’s prisons, as well as in forensic psychiatry units. With an extensive background in trauma therapy, she is an E-RYT 500 and YACEP-certified yoga instructor who has been working
- [Prison Yoga Project Highlights Global Impact at "More Yoga, Better World" Yoga Alliance Conference](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/11/08/prison-yoga-project-highlights-global-impact-at-more-yoga-better-world-yoga-alliance-conference/) - In September, Luisa Perez Escobedo, Director of Prison Yoga Project (PYP) Mexico, represented PYP at Yoga Alliance’s "More Yoga, Better World" conference, participating in a panel on “What is Yoga?” The discussion focused on the broad reach of yoga beyond traditional studios, showcasing its power to transform lives in diverse environments, including correctional facilities and
- [Mark Your Calendar: Yoga Teacher Training Registration Opens November 15!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/11/04/mark-your-calendar-yoga-teacher-training-registration-opens-november-15/) - Get ready to deepen your practice and make a difference—another round of our highly anticipated 200-Hour Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership Teacher Training is opening for registration on November 15, 2024! This immersive, 20-week journey combines foundational yoga principles with trauma-informed, social justice-oriented approaches, equipping you to bring inclusive and healing-centered yoga to your community.
- [Rebuilding Lives: A Resource for Education After Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/10/15/rebuilding-lives-a-resource-for-education-after-incarceration/) - Please read this guest post from our community! For individuals who have experienced incarceration, pursuing education can be a significant step toward healing and reintegration. Education not only reduces the risk of reincarceration but also opens doors to meaningful employment and personal growth. We recommend the article “Higher Education After Incarceration” by Kristen Scatton as
- [Introducing Georgia, PYP’s new Facilitator Mentor!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/09/20/introducing-georgia-pyps-new-facilitator-mentor/) - Georgia (they/them) has been facilitating yoga for marginalized and system-impacted communities since 2016. Having personal experience being unhoused, incarcerated and recovering from substance abuse, they bring unique compassion and understanding to their work. They have served folks in adult county jails, juvenile detention centers, group homes for youth, and drug rehabilitation facilities. What is Georgia's
- [Transitioning Leaders at Prison Yoga Project](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/07/01/transitioning-leaders-at-prison-yoga-project/) - In May, we decided it was in the best interest of Prison Yoga Project (PYP) for Nicole Hellthaler to take on the role of Executive Director. I had assumed that role when we were at a transition point, shifting from a training-focused grassroots organization to a services-focused small nonprofit. Now, we’re at another transition point
- [Celebrating Our 100% Net Promoter Score: A Testament to Our Transformative Yoga Teacher Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/06/28/celebrating-our-100-net-promoter-score-a-testament-to-our-transformative-yoga-teacher-training/) - At Prison Yoga Project, our mission is to provide programs for rehabilitation and resilience rooted in yoga and embodied mindfulness. We are thrilled to announce that our Yoga Teacher Training has achieved an extraordinary Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 100%! This score reflects the unwavering support and satisfaction of our graduates, demonstrating the profound impact
- [Prison Yoga Project’s Growing Impact in 2024](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/06/28/prison-yoga-projects-growing-impact-in-2024/) - Prison Yoga Project’s Growing Impact in 2024 The mission of Prison Yoga Project is to provide programs for rehabilitation and resilience rooted in yoga and embodied mindfulness. Our vision is to create a cultural shift toward a healing-centered approach to addressing harm, substance use disorder, and mental health disorders. Founded on the belief that everyone
- [Celebrating the Launch of Our New Website!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/06/27/celebrating-the-launch-of-our-new-website/) - We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website! This exciting development marks a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to provide trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness programs to people impacted by incarceration.Visit our new website at prisonyoga.org! Why a New Website? We decided to invest in a new website to better reflect
- [Welcome our California Program Manager, Gabrielle Blue!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/06/27/welcome-our-california-program-manager-gabrielle-blue/) - Dear PYP Community,We are thrilled to welcome Gabrielle Blue as PYP’s new California Program Manager. Due to the tremendous growth and success of our programs in California, we recognized the need to bring on a dedicated Program Manager to focus exclusively on this region. Gabrielle Blue will oversee the diverse array of initiatives we have
- [PYP Featured on Guys Talking Yoga Podcast!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2024/02/14/pyp-featured-on-guys-talking-yoga-podcast/) - Derek Vanderwarker, Host of Guys Talking Yoga Podcast, has done a three episode feature on Prison Yoga Project! Perfect content for your morning routine. Check out his amazing website feature as well! In this compelling three-part series featuring Prison Yoga Project, we begin with James Fox, the visionary behind the Prison Yoga Project, which originated
- [House of Lords Presentation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/10/10/house-of-lords-presentation/) - I along with PYP’s European Program Director Josefin Wikstrom, and the principal researcher for our programs in Europe, Nora Kerkes, were invited to make a presentation at the UK Parliament’s House of Lords for a special convening on Yoga in Society: Yoga in the Criminal Justice System. This is part of an ongoing Parliamentarian program
- [Healing Trauma Behind Bars: Mental Health and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/10/08/healing-trauma-behind-bars-mental-health-and-incarceration/) - At Prison Yoga Project (PYP), our mission is to promote trauma healing and resilience through yoga and embodied mindfulness for those affected by the criminal justice system. In this blog, we will delve deeper into the critical intersection of mental health and incarceration, using statistics and information to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges
- [Unprocessed Grief and Loss: A Deep Dive into the Shadows of Pain in our Prajna Series](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/10/08/unprocessed-grief-and-loss-a-deep-dive-into-the-shadows-of-pain-in-our-prajna-series/) - With our fourth and final session ahead, it feels imperative to look back at our last few gatherings, where we had the profound honor of diving deep into the realms of unprocessed grief and loss. The theme resonates with many, often lurking in the shadows, waiting to be acknowledged and addressed. Key Themes for Prajna
- [PYP Featured: A Trauma-informed Approach to Exercise Leadership](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/09/12/pyp-featured-a-trauma-informed-approach-to-exercise-leadership/) - Discover the transformative power of a trauma-informed approach to exercise leadership in this enlightening article! Bill Brown, Executive Director of the Prison Yoga Project, shares his expertise in fostering resilience and healing through yoga. PYP's approach, designed for individuals impacted by the criminal justice system, focuses on trust, agency, and stress management. This article delves
- [Prison Yoga Project's, Nicole Hellthaler, featured on The Redefining Yoga Podcast](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/06/30/prison-yoga-projects-nicole-hellthaler-featured-on-the-redefining-yoga-podcast/) - Our Assistant Director, Nicole Hellthaler, episode on The Redefining Yoga Podcast is up today! Let's Go Prison Yoga Project!!!! Share with your community, friends, and family!Join Lara for an enlightening conversation with Nicole Hellthaler, MPS, RYT 200, Assistant Director of Prison Yoga Project. In addition to holding a Master's in Public Service from the University of Arkansas
- [Josefin Wikstrom Speaking at University of Oxford!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/06/20/josefin-wikstrom-speaking-at-oxford/) - The Master Series are events dedicated to the discovery and dissemination of Big Ideas, and is proud to present its first-ever in-person event. Hosted at the prestigious University of Oxford, this groundbreaking conference promises enlightening keynotes, interactive workshops, and thought-provoking panels. Our own Josefin Wikstrom from Prison Yoga Project will be speaking at this event!Expand
- [James Fox Hosts Buddhist Chaplain on Death Row at San Quentin, Susan Shannon](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/05/24/james-fox-hosts-buddhist-chaplain-on-death-row-at-san-quentin-susan-shannon/) - We want to formally invite you to our Third Season of Prajna! Prajna, our Founder Series, features Prison Yoga Project’s Founder, James Fox. For this entire season, we are welcoming a special guest Susan Shannon. Susan Shannon has been a student and practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism for over 45 years and has worked among diverse populations throughout
- [2023 TPW Women’s Committee Trauma Facilitation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/05/22/2023-tpw-womens-committee-trauma-facilitation/) - Hello Community! Our friends and colleagues at the Transformative in-Prison Workgroup (TPW) is hosting an Advanced Training: Trauma Informed Facilitation in Women’s Prisons this Thursday! The TPW is an amazing group that includes many of the California groups doing work in California state prisons. This is a free event where they will discuss ways to
- [Prison Yoga Project x Trauma Research Foundation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/05/08/prison-yoga-project-x-trauma-research-foundation/) - " Throughout the US and our in-prison classes internationally, we see transformations in the people we serve each week. For many incarcerated people, our program offers the beginning of self-awareness, practical skills for self-regulation, and insight into what drives their behavior and why they ended up in prison. By identifying their symptoms of trauma and
- [Prison Yoga Project featured in Men's Health Magazine!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/05/04/prison-yoga-project-featured-in-mens-health-magazine/) - " In jail, everything about life is predetermined; everything from meals to showers to calls home. The men have limited choices and no freedom. But during yoga, they’re able to move with agency. They choose to stay or not stay in a pose, they pick if they want their arms on their hips or above
- [Spring Book Club 2023: Yoga Revolution: Building a Practice of Courage & Compassion](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/04/26/spring-book-club-2023-yoga-revolution-building-a-practice-of-courage-compassion/) - Get ready for our Spring Book Club! This free book club explores Jivana Heyman’s Yoga Revolution: Building a Practice of Courage & Compassion! Led by Prison Yoga Project’s Jen Lindgren and special guests Angela Dharma Fears and Haunani Chong Drake, together we will delve into how the philosophy of yoga can address the challenges of
- [Prison Yoga Project 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Featured in Yoga Journal!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/05/01/prison-yoga-project-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-featured-in-yoga-journal/) - With incredible timing, Yoga Journal featured our trauma-informed yoga teacher training just as we open our registration for our June 2023 Summer Co-hort!You can read about our one of a kind YTT here: https://www.yogajournal.com/teach/social-justice-yoga-teacher-trainings/You can register for our 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training ' Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership' here: https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/
- [34th Annual Trauma Research Foundation Conference this May featuring Prison Yoga Project!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/04/21/34th-annual-trauma-research-foundation-conference-this-may-featuring-prison-yoga-project/) - The Trauma Research Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organized to promote clinical, scientific and educational projects. The purpose of this work is to support and conduct non-partisan research, education, & informational activities dedicated to innovative clinically informed projects to develop and implement optimal methods, treatments, and modalities to help children and adults heal from traumatic
- [International Program Highlight: Australia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/04/13/international-program-highlight-australia/) - " Earlier this year I applied to be considered for Impact Boom’s Elevate + Accelerator Program (funded by the Queensland Government) which aims to tackle social & environmental issues through the leadership of local entrepreneurs who are dedicated to making “change for good”. This is a cohort of 13 dynamic social enterprises throughout South East
- [Welcome Our New Team Member, Amy Emley!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/04/12/welcome-our-new-team-member-amy-emley/) - Prison Yoga Project is pleased to introduce you to the newest member of our National Team, National Program Director Amy Emley! Read on to learn more. What drew you to working with Prison Yoga Project? When I first encountered PYP, it reignited the passion that set me out on this path originally. In 2013, my
- [Interview with Prison Yoga Project: Catalyst Impact Partners with Stand Together Foundation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/04/10/interview-with-prison-yoga-project-catalyst-impact-partners-with-stand-together-foundation/) - Recently, Prison Yoga Project was chosen to be part of Stand Together Foundation’s first group of Catalyst Impact Partners. Stand Together Foundation (STF) is an organization committed to changing the way the United States thinks about, talks about, and tackles poverty. As a Catalyst Impact Partner, PYP receives management training, access to a new customer-first impact-measurement
- [Free Event with Give Back Yoga ft James Fox, Josefin Wikstrom, and Nikki Myers](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/04/06/free-event-with-give-back-yoga-ft-james-fox-josefin-wikstrom-and-nikki-myers/) - We are excited to invite you to a free event called Unraveling the Connection Between Addiction and Incarceration, hosted by Give Back Yoga University. Our own James Fox and Josefin Wikstrom will be speaking with Nikki Myers about the complex relationship between addiction and incarceration. They will delve into what drives the addiction to incarceration
- [Ending 50 Years of Mass Incarceration: Urgent Reform Needed to Protect Future Generations](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/03/14/ending-50-years-of-mass-incarceration-urgent-reform-needed-to-protect-future-generations/) - " Fifty years since the onset of mass incarceration, and despite recent downsizing of most state prison populations, the pace of decarceration is insufficient to undo the decades of unrelenting growth." As always, The Sentencing Project is clear, precise, and accurate in their understanding, reporting, and research of our incarceration system in The United States.
- [Counting Down: Paths to a 20-year Maximum Prison Sentence with The Sentencing Project](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/02/27/counting-down-paths-to-a-20-year-maximum-prison-sentence-with-the-sentencing-project/) - The Sentencing Project released a new report, "Counting Down: Paths to a 20-Year Maximum Prison Sentence," which examines opportunities to address the country's high rates of incarceration and excessive sentences. Countries like Germany and Norway illustrate that sentences can be far shorter without sacrificing public safety. Criminological evidence shows that unduly long sentences are unnecessary
- [Prison Yoga Project Receives $50,000 Grant from lululemon](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/02/10/prison-yoga-project-receives-50000-grant-from-lululemon/) - Friends and supporters, we’re overjoyed to share with you that Prison Yoga Project was named as a 2022 recipient of the Here to Be Grant from the lululemon Centre for Social Impact. And we want to let you know about how these funds will help us further our mission to support incarcerated people with trauma-informed
- [Trauma Research Foundation's Book Club: The Body Keeps the Score](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/02/09/trauma-research-foundations-book-club-the-body-keeps-the-score/) - Let's dive in as a community into this integral piece of research and literature that changed the world and our understanding of trauma. This is a free community event hosted by Trauma Research Foundation. Please connect with them directly if you have any questions.Registration is free and includes a complimentary companion study guide for The Body
- ["Restorative Justice Can Create Safer, More Prosperous Communities"](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/02/06/restorative-justice-can-create-safer-more-prosperous-communities/) - Stacy Morrissey is a Rockford resident and a program director and facilitator for the Prison Yoga Project. Her work was shared in her local newspaper! An excerpt and the link to the entire article is listed below."I have been working since 2019 as a volunteer trauma-informed yoga instructor at the Winnebago County Jail as part
- [Searching for Justice with James Fox and Special Guest, Phoeun You](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2023/01/24/searching-for-justice-with-james-fox-and-special-guest-phoeun-you/) - Our guest this week on our webinar/podcast series is Phoeun You. Phoeun You is a Cambodian genocide survivor and refugee who grew up in Long Beach, CA. His family survived the Cambodian genocide by fleeing to a refugee camp in Thailand. Upon arriving to the U.S. as a child, Phoeun faced discrimination as an immigrant. His family endured poverty
- [Why Yoga Journal has partnered with Prison Yoga Project!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/12/05/why-yoga-journal-has-partnered-with-prison-yoga-project/) - What you can do to help " Earlier this year, Yoga Journal‘s parent company, Outside, Inc., launched Find Your Good, an initiative intended to support underrepresented populations. Our company has partnered with 14 nonprofit organizations that share the ideals of this mission in various ways. Yoga Journal has chosen to work with Prison Yoga Project in support of its
- [What Could Have Kept Me Out of Prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/11/22/what-could-have-kept-me-out-of-prison/) - The Marshall Project Reporting and Research: We asked people behind bars what services and programs could have changed the course of their lives. Therapy, affordable housing and a living wage topped the list. This work is continually heartbreaking, what services do you provide that support the lives of others? Read the article and the list
- [Congratulations to our team in Sweden!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/08/25/congratulations-to-our-team-in-sweden/) - "We were very grateful and excited for the opportunity to share our research within the forensic psychiatry on the most viewed morning news tv show on their best broadcast timing in Sweden yesterday! " Josefin WikströmCongratulations to Josefin Wikström, Nóra Kerekes, and their amazing team in Sweden!
- [Prison Yoga Project Marked a Major Milestone This Year](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/12/03/prison-yoga-project-marked-a-major-milestone-this-year/) - It's nice to have a reason to celebrate, and this year marks an important milestone for Prison Yoga Project. In June, we began operating as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit. This transition allows us to improve and expand our programming, add needed staff, and open up new opportunities for funding. We are forever grateful to the
- [Yoga for Youth and Correctional Staff in 2022](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/12/23/yoga-for-youth-and-correctional-staff-in-2022/) - I can understand how easy it might be to feel discouraged or even outraged right now with our society so divided. I have a reason to hope, though. Since I began offering yoga in the youth detention center in Little Rock, Arkansas, I've witnessed our participants and staff come together in our practices with shared
- [Reflecting on 2021's achievements as I look forward with hope to a New Year](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/12/30/reflecting-on-2021s-achievements-as-i-look-forward-with-hope-to-a-new-year/) - Before I get into our plans for 2022, I want to acknowledge some of our accomplishments from 2021. While we're all too aware that the global situation remains challenging, we feel it's a vital practice to choose to put your attention on the positive as well. In 2021, Prison Yoga Project: Restarted more than 65
- [Welcome, Prison Yoga Project Portugal!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/04/25/welcome-prison-yoga-project-portugal/) - Our Program Director and Training Coordinator for Europe, Josefin Wikström, led over two dozen qualified yoga teachers through training and preparation to facilitate a pilot program at six prisons in Portugal. Congratulations and welcome to the PYP Sangha!
- [Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research: Attend Virtually!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/06/02/symposium-on-yoga-therapy-and-research-attend-virtually/) - Brought to you by the International Association of Yoga Therapist, this weekend long symposium will be filled with educational content.Our Executive Director, Bill Brown, will be joining SYTAR in-person to offer morning practices! You can register here: Registration link You can view the schedule here: https://conferences.iayt.org/sytar2022-schedule
- [Prison Yoga Project Hand Picked By Outside Magazine for Find Your Good Campaign](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/07/05/prison-yoga-project-hand-picked-by-outside-magazine-for-find-your-good-campaign/) - PYP was selected to be a partner in Outside Magazine's Find Your Good program! Outsideinc.com receives over 3.5 million unique visitors a month; we are honored to be highlighted as an organization worth financially supporting and to such a vast audience! You can view Prison Yoga Project's highlight here: https://www.outsideinc.com/find-your-good/prison-yoga-project/ The Find Your Good campaign supports people in finding
- [PYP Featured on Trauma Research Foundation's Website](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/08/10/pyp-featured-on-trauma-research-foundations-website/) - "The vast majority of incarcerated people have suffered significant developmental trauma. This trauma includes abuse, neglect, poverty, hunger, homelessness, incarceration of a parent, and discrimination in various forms. The overlap and intersection of multiple traumasare the most significant driver of criminal behavior and addiction that lead to incarceration. A history of developmental and other traumas is not exclusive to incarcerated people. Many
- [Linda Thai's Certificate in Somatic Embodiment and Regulation Strategies: 25% off!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/08/23/linda-thais-certificate-in-somatic-embodiment-and-regulation-strategies-25-off/) - We have exciting news and an incredible opportunity! In 2021, our core team at Prison Yoga Project participated in Linda Thai's training: we were captivated and learned so much valuable information. We highly, highly recommend Linda's Somatic Embodiment Training. You can receive 25% off this 12-week course using the discount code: PYP25About Linda Thai Linda
- [Sign the #EndTheException Petition to Finally Abolish Slavery in the US](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/09/27/sign-the-endtheexception-petition-to-finally-abolish-slavery-in-the-us/) - A recent article from the Guardian, ‘Slavery by any name is wrong’: the push to end unpaid labor in prisons, talks about the injustice of incarcerated people's forced/coerced, unpaid labor. It buries the call to action, so we thought we'd highlight that here. Please consider signing this petition to the US Congress to consider legislation
- [PYP Facilitator Highlight: Jennifer Bourgeois](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/10/10/pyp-facilitator-highlight-jennifer-bourgeois/) - Jennifer Bourgeois, Ph.D., a member of the PYP Facilitator Community, recently wrote a blog post for the Black Yoga Teacher's Association (BYTA), sharing her goal to provide accessible wellness programs to system-impacted people in Houston! She is a professor of criminal justice and provides yoga to incarcerated pregnant and postpartum women. BYTA was kind enough
- [Join our "My Grandmother’s Hands" Book Club](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/02/15/my-grandmothers-hands-book-club-now-open/) - We're excited about our Community membership website's first Virtual Book Club offering. We'll be reading and discussing My Grandmother's Hands by trauma specialist Resmaa Menakem. One of the core principles of Transformative Justice is acknowledgment. As it exists in the US, mass-incarceration has its roots in slavery and the systems of racist oppression that followed
- [San Diego County to make phone calls free for people in jail and juvenile detention](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/03/san-diego-county-to-make-inmate-phone-calls-free/) - A unanimous victory in San Diego, sighting the importance of human connection. " The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to make phone calls in county-run jails and juvenile detention facilities free. Because a portion of the fees associated with those calls goes to the San Diego County Sheriff’s department for inmate
- [Big Win For Virginia!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/18/big-win-for-virginia/) - Voting rights have been immediately restored to 69,000 Virginians under the Reforms Restoration of Rights Process. Anyone who has previously served time in prison for felonies will regain several civil rights upon release— including the right to vote. You can view the entire article here: https://www.npr.org/local/305/2021/03/17/978146107/virginians-convicted-of-felonies-will-regain-right-to-vote-upon-release
- [Millions Denied Voting Rights in Midterms Due to Felony Convictions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/10/25/millions-denied-voting-rights-in-midterms-due-to-felony-convictions/) - A new report released by The Sentencing Project estimates that 4.6 million people (one in every 50 adults) are barred from voting in the 2022 midterms due to a felony conviction. Most of these people have completed their sentences or are on probation or parole. You can find the report here. Key findings are on
- [Opinion: I was sentenced to 30 years to life at 16. I shouldn’t have been sent into the adult system.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/03/opinion-i-was-sentenced-to-30-years-to-life-at-16-i-shouldnt-have-been-sent-into-the-adult-system/) - The article below was recently shared with me by Carol Sullivan, a fellow yoga facilitator in Denver and leader of Yoga And Then Some. Author Robert Barton shares his story- one that was completely altered by being placed in an adult prison for a crime he was charged with committing at just sixteen years old.
- [Youth Justice News](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/04/youth-justice-news/) - The Sentencing Project recently released an update on their fight for youth justice. They are devoting increased time and energy to address racial disparities and protect children from the most extreme elements of the adult criminal legal system. The link below provides information for specific states and their youth incarceration policies that passed, failed to
- [The Landscape of Youth Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/06/07/the-landscape-of-youth-justice/) - This summer, PYP will turn our attention to a series of webinars focused on youth yoga programming, as we anticipate a return inside soon to in-person programs. I will be the guest for the first webinar to share my experiences as an educator and a current yoga facilitator for youth incarcerated at the juvenile detention
- [Inside Look at Our Juvenile Justice System with Photographer, Richard Ross](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/06/22/inside-look-at-our-juvenile-justice-system-with-photographer-richard-ross/) - Highlighting our summer webinar series, Futures, where we are carving out space to look closely at our juvenile justice system and the people that work within it. Here's a 3 minute video, featuring the work of photographer, Richard Ross. His work is a powerful path of activism and important to work of juvenile justice. Watch
- [State Juvenile Justice Task Force Finds Too Many First Time Offenders Put In System For Low-Level Crimes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/06/30/state-juvenile-justice-task-force-finds-too-many-first-time-offenders-put-in-system-for-low-level-crimes/) - Although a local or state view of Pennsylvania, this 22 minute segment speaks to issues that are happening in all states. You can listen to the whole segment here! https://www.wesa.fm/show/the-confluence/2021-06-29/state-juvenile-justice-task-force-finds-too-many-first-time-offenders-put-in-system-for-low-level-crimesYou can view the entire review the entire Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice Task Force report and recommendations here: https://www.pacourts.us/Storage/media/pdfs/20210622/152647-pajuvenilejusticetaskforcereportandrecommendations_final.pdfBreakdown of Interview Segment: Bipartisan Juvenile Justice Task Force
- [Racial and Ethnic Disparities Drag Down Youth Justice Reform](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/07/16/racial-and-ethnic-disparities-drag-down-youth-justice-reform/) - This is shared directly from The Sentencing Project. Please save and review this deeply important research and resource: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Profound racial and ethnic disparities in youth incarceration define the American juvenile justice system. New publications released today by The Sentencing Project detail the scope of the problem and should raise alarms among policymakers and
- [Trauma Research Conference with Bessel van der Kolk](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/05/12/trauma-research-conference-with-bessel-van-der-kolk/) - For the 33rd year, Bessel van der Kolk will be hosting some of the world's most innovative leaders from the fields of trauma, attachment, neuroscience, mindfulness, body oriented work and psychedelic studies.This event will immerse you in the latest research surrounding the relationship among the emotional, cognitive, social, and biological forces that shape human development.
- [At the Intersection of Justice and Climate Change](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/10/07/at-the-intersection-of-justice-and-climate-change/) - There's more to say about the eminent effects of climate change than can fit in one paragraph. Below are two accounts of incarceration and abandonment in the face of natural disasters. FAMM is a national nonpartisan advocacy organization that promotes fair and effective criminal justice policies. FAMM is gathering more information about the treatment of
- [Raising the Age Without Expanding Secure Confinement in the Youth Justice System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/06/28/raising-the-age-without-expanding-secure-confinement-in-the-youth-justice-system/) - Over the past decade, great strides have been taken to reduce the number of youth incarcerated and to address the racial disparity in the youth justice system. The following report highlights the states that implemented legislation that returned teens under 18 back to the youth justice system. Critics of this type of policy said this
- [The Invitation with Retired Judge and PYP Yoga Facilitator, Victor Reyes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/24/the-invitation-with-retired-judge-and-pyp-yoga-facilitator-victor-reyes/) - June 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am PDT RSVP here: https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/the-invitation-with-retired-judge-and-pyp-yoga-facilitator-victor-reyes/ Victor Reyes spent most of his legal career working in the Colorado Criminal Justice System, first as a public defender and then 15 years as a judge for the 10th Judicial District in Southern Colorado. In that time, he developed a deep understanding of the people
- [Back to School Report: Re-engage Students and Close the School-to-Prison Pipeline](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/08/31/back-to-school-report-re-engage-students-and-close-the-school-to-prison-pipeline/) - The Sentencing Project brings you a guide and outline of how to not engage in traditional forms of discipline and expulsion that has historically lead to feeding the school-to-prison pipeline. "A new report from The Sentencing Project documents immense opportunities and perilous pitfalls facing the U.S. education system as schools reopen after an unprecedented nationwide
- [Reading through the lines: The correlation between literacy and incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/03/21/reading-through-the-lines-the-correlation-between-literacy-and-incarceration/) - This article shines light on the school to prison pipeline and one of the factors adding to the struggles of youth; illiteracy. Read the whole article here: https://www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2022/03/21/reading-through-the-lines-the-correlation-between-literacy-and-incarceration/
- [Racial Disparities in Youth Incarceration Persist](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/02/08/racial-disparities-in-youth-incarceration-persist/) - The Sentencing Project recently released a new report on youth incarceration. The findings are frustrating, but sadly not surprising: Black and American Indian youth are still disproportionately held in custody compared to white youth. This comes at a time when youth incarceration overall has decreased, highlighting the necessity of action that specifically addresses racial inequality.
- [Isolated Youth during Pandemic Lockdown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/30/isolated-youth-during-pandemic-lockdown/) - Throughout this article you will hear personal stories from our countries' youth who experienced incarceration during the pandemic lockdown. The article discusses the decline in judges delivering incarceration sentences and other causes and affects of our global health crisis. "We're causing harm to the children, we're traumatizing them. And the damage that we're doing in
- [Book Club: The Master Plan by Chris Wilson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/09/06/book-club-the-master-plan-by-chris-wilson/) - Chris Wilson’s The Master Plan: My Journey From Life in Prison to a Life of Purpose provides a window into the multiple layers of trauma the author experienced that contributed to his eventual incarceration. It paints a vivid picture of the traumatizing nature of punitive incarceration. It’s a tale of redemption through personal will and
- [Calling All Book Lovers! September Book Club Opportunities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/08/30/calling-all-book-lovers-september-book-club-opportunities/) - Skill in Action: Book Club MeetingTuesday, September 27 4:00-6:00 pm PSTWe will gather to discuss themes and practices in Skill in Action by Michelle Cassandra Johnson in preparation for her guest appearance on our webinar series on September 30. Topics in Skill in Action: Resistance and love are our teachers, being brave, curious, and imperfect, shifting the culture of yoga, our
- [Explore Trauma with the van der Kolk, Levine, and Porges - 25% off](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/09/16/explore-trauma-with-the-van-der-kolk-levine-and-porges-25-off/) - If you're interested in learning more about trauma and trauma healing from masters in the field, we have two exceptional opportunities for you: The Master’s Series - Trauma Edition and a four-week workshop with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. We’re excited! Plus, you will get 25% off when you use the discount code "prisonyogaproject" when
- [Call to Action: Stop Deportation for our PYP Community Member, Phoeun You](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/07/26/call-to-action-stop-deportation-for-our-pyp-community-member-phoeun-you/) - Phoeun You is a Cambodian genocide survivor and refugee who grew up in Long Beach, CA. His family survived the Cambodian genocide by fleeing to a refugee camp in Thailand. Upon arriving to the U.S. as a child, Phoeun faced discrimination as an immigrant. His family endured poverty and violence living in Long Beach. Phoeun
- [My Why](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/07/14/my-why/) - It was 100 degrees when I pulled into Folsom. When I opened my car door, the heat nearly knocked me over. The constant whomp-whomp of the swamp cooler provided a noisy soundtrack while circulating hot air in the gym. As the guys filtered in, I introduced myself and ask them a few questions about their
- [Women In Prison Are Struggling To Access Mental Health And Social Support When They Need It Most ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/07/11/women-in-prison-are-struggling-to-access-mental-health-and-social-support-when-they-need-it-most/) - " The continued lack of mental, emotional, and social health programming for women in prison during the COVID-19 pandemic may actually cause the virus’s most devastating and long-lasting health effects for this population. " This long form article is on the front page of Women's Health Online. Featuring women and leaders from TPW https://www.thetpw.orgYou can
- [Celebrating the Mend Collaborative Launch](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/06/08/celebrating-the-mend-collaborative-launch/) - Prison Yoga Project is happy to support the launch of Mend Collaborative, a restorative justice organization providing healing, reconciliation, and dialogue opportunities for survivors and the currently incarcerated. We are excited to see new organizations created by impacted leadership and that will provide opportunities for survivors from all backgrounds to collaborate on giving back to
- [Prison Yoga Project Selected by Stand Together Foundation as One of the Most Transformative Nonprofits in the Country](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/02/22/prison-yoga-project-selected-by-stand-together-foundation-as-one-of-the-most-transformative-nonprofits-in-the-country/) - Prison Yoga Project joins a highly selective community of nonprofits working to break the cycle of poverty. Prison Yoga Project is proud to announce it has been selected to participate in Stand Together Foundation’s Catalyst Program, a management training and peer-learning program to help nonprofits grow, scale, and replicate their success. We are one of
- [Open Prisons: Trust-Based Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/05/18/open-prisons-trust-based-incarceration/) - In this article we see new and successful ways of working with incarcerated populations rooted in dignity. There is still more to be understood with this system and why people that commit low level crimes are incarcerated in the first place, but this opens the possibility and the ideas of new framework and new ways
- [Transformative Justice, Organizing, and College Courses](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/04/11/transformative-justice-organizing-and-college-courses/) - Ohio University added a new course for their students, offering a fresh perspective to social justice." The course is to show students how to examine what social, legal and cultural systems and institutions currently do—and if they might want them to change to produce different outcomes. Her students might be observers or actors in today's
- [Addiction, Recovery, and Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/04/01/addiction-recovery-and-yoga/) - The following facts come from the article, “Online only: Report finds most U.S. inmates suffer from substance abuse or addiction” which references a report from 2009. • 65% of incarcerated people (1.5 million) meet DSM-IV criteria for substance abuse • 20% of those incarcerated have histories of drug or alcohol abuse • Only 11% of prisoners
- [UMass Dartmouth Awarded Grant for Creation of Transformative Justice Center](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/03/17/umass-dartmouth-awarded-grant-for-creation-of-transformative-justice-center/) - " The Center will serve as a research hub for Transformative Justice scholars and practitioners, coordinate with the Certificate Program, and be a resource for implementing Transformative Justice practices through collaborative models of responding to harm and building community. Creating a replicable model of the Center and its curriculum will allow graduates of the Certificate
- [Trauma Research Foundation recommends 'Freedom From the Inside'](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2022/01/31/trauma-research-foundation-recommends-freedom-from-the-inside/) - We are honored to be among such great company! Check out all of the books that Trauma Research Foundation recommends as well as purchase our book, Freedom from the Inside!What should we add to our bookshop? Let us know!
- [Training Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated People as Yoga Teachers](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/12/17/19956/) - For those who may not know me, I am Prison Yoga Project's Program Director in New Hampshire where I've been leading programs since 2018. One of the great joys of the past year was launching, along with PYP Program Director and Trainer Chanda Williams, PYP's first-ever yoga teacher training held outside a prison. We've had
- [Accessible Yoga Podcast with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/12/11/accessible-yoga-podcast-with-bill-brown/) - Listen as Accessible Yoga Founder, Jivana interviews our Executive Director Bill Brown.You can find the full episode and transcript here: https://conference.accessibleyoga.org/podcasts/accessible-yoga-podcast/episodes/2147632112In this episode, Jivana and Bill discuss: Bill’s background and personal interestsHow Bill started his yoga practiceHow Bill ended up volunteering teaching in prisonChildhood traumaHow trauma is stored in the bodyWhat teaching in prison is
- [Demonstrating the Impact and Importance of Our Work](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/12/09/demonstrating-the-impact-and-importance-of-our-work/) - For those who don't know me, my name is Nicole Hellthaler, and I am PYP's Assistant Director. I live in Little Rock, Arkansas, where I offer yoga to youth and adults at county detention centers. Since I began working with PYP in 2018, I've always been impressed that our leadership team also brings yoga inside.
- [Acknowledgment: the First Step in Healing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/11/29/acknowledgment-is-the-first-step-in-healing/) - I wish you well as 2021 begins to give way to a new year. May you be happy. May you be healthy. May you be at peace.We at Prison Yoga Project appreciate the opportunity to spend time with our families and friends with an emphasis on gratitude at this time of year. We’re also called
- [Yoga for Incarcerated Populations - Register for Accessible Yoga Asana Class, Workshop & Community Forum (Online)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/11/09/yoga-for-incarcerated-populations-register-for-accessible-yoga-asana-class-workshop-community-forum-online/) - Yoga for Incarcerated Populations - Accessible Yoga Asana Class, Workshop & Community Forum (Online) Organized around a monthly theme, their monthly programs offer professional education for making yoga accessible to under-resourced and underserved communities as well as addressing other obstacles to accessibility. Their programs include a monthly Workshop, Asana Class, and Community Forum. They also
- [Cynthia Chandler and Reparations Bill for Women Illegally Sterilized in the State of California](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/09/29/cynthia-chandler-and-reparations-bill-for-women-illegally-sterilized-in-the-state-of-california/) - We are honored to be hosting Cynthia Chandler this Friday on our Transformative Justice Series, Healing Harm.You can still RSVP here: https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/healing-harm-the-intersection-of-women-x-healthcare-x-incarceration-with-lawyer-and-human-rights-activist-cynthia-chandler/ The documentary Belly of the Beast dives deep into the story and dark history of the State of California. With a focus on the case of Kelli Dillion we see an unlikely duo
- [Eliminating Crack / Cocaine Sentencing Disparity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/08/05/eliminating-crack-cocaine-sentencing-disparity/) - In July, the House Judiciary Committee overwhelmingly passed, 36 to 5, the Eliminating a Quantifiably Unjust Application of the Law (EQUAL) Act, which would finally eliminate the federal sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine offenses.The Sentencing Project dives deeper into this topic in a news article here: https://www.sentencingproject.org/news/race-justice-news-senate-hearing-crack-cocaine-sentencing-disparity/For a deeper history of sentencing disparity; in
- [Stanford Social Innovation Review asks, "What Really Makes Us Safe?"](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/07/27/stanford-social-innovation-review-asks-what-really-makes-us-safe/) - An excerpt from the book Rich Thanks to Racism addresses shifting investments in mass criminalization to multidisciplinary systems of care."For example, in the early 1970s our public investment in the criminal justice system was only about one-fifth of what it is now, and our incarcerated population was 85 percent lower than it is currently. Additionally,
- [The Healing Journey: from Incarceration to Healing Artist with Alex Anderson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/07/21/the-healing-journey-from-incarceration-to-healing-artist-with-alex-anderson/) - Join us to hear the personal story of Alexander Anderson: his time spent incarcerated, his journey to becoming a Social Worker, to finding the profound work of Ritual 4 Return, and becoming their Executive Director.RSVP for this conversation here: https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/from-incarceration-to-social-worker-meet-alex-anderson-the-executive-director-of-ritual4return-and-a-healing-artist/ "I have lived experience. I've been incarcerated since I was a kid." At age 15,
- [Dying of Heat in Prison: Climate Change and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/07/05/dying-of-heat-in-prison-climate-change-and-incarceration/) - In a quite devastating article and documentary from 2017, The Marshall Project tells us stories of incarcerated and their families, lawsuits, and the denial of so many Counties/Jails/Institutions denial to address this ongoing and growing issue. Most of the content we publish is informing and can also can be upsetting: I would put a trigger
- [A New Lease on Life - People Convicted of Violent Crimes Are Rarely Rearrested for New Violent Crimes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/07/02/a-new-lease-on-life-people-convicted-of-violent-crimes-are-rarely-rearrested-for-new-violent-crimes/) - Analysis from a new report by the Sentencing Project, released June 30, 2021, show most state-level studies show that people who are released from life sentences are imprisoned for new offenses at a rate of less than 5%. For more information on these statistics, the history of racism and criminal punishment, and America's exceptionalism in
- [Previously Incarcerated Series featuring former Participant, Danny Plunkett](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/06/19/previously-incarcerated-series-featuring-former-participant-danny-plunkett/) - Join us as our founder, James Fox, sits down with former participant, Danny Plunkett, to witness his lived experience of incarceration and transformation through meditation and yoga. RSVP HERE: https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/the-journey-inward-previously-incarcerated-series-with-former-participant-danny-plunkett/ Our guest this week is named Danny Plunkett, a previous participant with James Fox at San Quentin, who spent 29 years incarcerated. James Fox will be
- [The First Ever Research Study of Trauma-Informed Yoga for PTSD, Psychosis, and Schizophrenia.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/06/16/the-first-ever-research-study-of-trauma-informed-yoga-for-ptsd-psychosis-and-schizophrenia/) - We're so excited to be hosting the project leaders and facilitators of the first ever study of Trauma-Informed Yoga for PTSD, Psychosis, and Schizophrenia. You can RSVP for this event here: https://community.prisonyoga.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=12873&preview=true For additional reading about this amazing program you can read their most recent article here: https://www.hv.se/en/news-archive/first-in-the-world-to-evaluate-trauma-informed-yoga-in-forensic-psychiatry/ Listen to the research and training team
- [Conscious Discipline](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/06/10/conscious-discipline/) - If you were able to see our most recent youth webinar series featuring our Assistant Director, Nicole Hellthaler, you would have heard the words Conscious Discipline. This is a technique that radically changed the way Nicole held space during her classroom hours. The Conscious Discipline technique and framework has gone on to support her work
- [“Second Chances” for Those Released From Prison Implies They’ve Been Given a First](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/28/second-chances-for-those-released-from-prison-implies-theyve-been-given-a-first/) - From Ms. Magazine, an article by Tyra Patterson, an advocate and artist, is creating a world where people impacted by incarceration are fully welcomed back home and not defined by their mistakes. “Second chance” ignores that actual lives and communities have been decimated by inequitable laws, rabid police officers, overzealous prosecutors, racially homogenous juries and intolerant judges. At
- [When I Come Home - Elders in Prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/26/when-i-come-home-elders-in-prison/) - Elderly persons are among the largest group of prison populations in the world, and they are particularly vulnerable to COVID. Unlikely to be repeat offenders, they are likely to have many years left on their sentences. Images and stories from the Pulitzer Center offer compelling portraits of these incarcerated persons who dream of returning home.
- [Yoga helps Las Cruces Public Schools students, staff relax, get moving, think more clearly](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/25/yoga-helps-las-cruces-public-schools-students-staff-relax-get-moving-think-more-clearly/) - We appreciate how holistic this approach sounds, offering yoga not just to the students, but to the staff and families as well. And professional development so teachers, coaches, social workers, librarians, and nurses can incorporate the practices in what they do! Right on LCPS! “We offer all staff members access to two free yoga classes
- [Trinity Commons Speaker Series with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/20/trinity-commons-speaker-series-with-dr-bessel-van-der-kolk/) - Jessica Mingus, Director of Programs for the Lineage Project, moderated a conversation for the Trinity Commons Speakers Series on May 13th with world-renowned trauma expert Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, author of the bestseller The Body Keeps the Score. In their hour together, they spoke about trauma, healing, and the impacts of the pandemic on mental health.
- [Teaching Series with James Fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/18/teaching-series-with-james-fox/) - Prajna Teaching Series: Insights, Practices, and Skills shared by Prison Yoga Project Founder, James Fox Join the founder of PYP, James Fox, for the 3rd Friday of every month as he begins his new teaching series, Prajna. Register here: https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/prajna-teaching-series-with-james-fox-karma-yoga/ Prajna (praj-nah) is the Sanskrit word for a state of wisdom or understanding derived from
- [Research Roundup: Incarceration can cause lasting damage to mental health](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/16/research-roundup-incarceration-can-cause-lasting-damage-to-mental-health/) - Thanks to the Prison Policy Institute for this article with links to all the supporting research. We often think of incarceration as something people live through and from which they can ultimately be released. But the reality is that time spent in prisons and jails can create a host of collateral consequences that haunt individuals even after
- [Digital Interview Series with Director of Corrections and a Mental Health Therapist](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/12/digital-interview-series-with-director-of-corrections-and-a-mental-health-therapist/) - Healing Harm is our new Transformative Justice interview series and we are honored to host our first guests. Joseph Hughes, a Director of Corrections and Sue Radcliffe, a Mental Health Therapist to join us in discussion of how they are creating a Holistic Support Network in Dorchester County, MD Jails. They are offering yoga to
- [Quintin Jones Is Not Innocent. But He Doesn’t Deserve to Die.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/10/quintin-jones-is-not-innocent-but-he-doesnt-deserve-to-die/) - Quintin Jones was sentenced to death for the murder of his Great Aunt in 1999, committed when he was under the influence of drugs. His family has forgiven him and opposes the execution. This opinion piece is written by Suleika Jaouad, who shares written correspondence and friendship with Quintin. She makes the case for his
- [WELLNESS AFTER COVID, A YOGA AND HEALTHCARE SYMPOSIUM](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/05/01/wellness-after-covid-a-yoga-and-healthcare-symposium/) - Registration is now open for the Give Back University Virtual Symposium: Wellness After COVID. This event will be held from May 28th- May 30th. You can view more information and register at the link below!
- [Creative Exchange; Healing Dialogue and Action](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/29/creative-exchange-healing-dialogue-and-action/) - "Waging Witness: Wounded Healers on the Journey to Justice” is a live performance project happening at USC focused on healing and community. The performance starts with the words of three former prisoners and another three survivors of violence. Over the last semester, they gave hours of testimony about how trauma changed their lives, and playwright Velina
- [Ben & Jerry's on the PIC (Prison Industrial Complex)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/29/ben-jerrys-on-the-pic-prison-industrial-complex/) - Hi Friends! Ben & Jerry's published a powerful and concise article on the PIC (Prison Industrial Complex). In it, they link to some well-researched and useful resources. Unfortunately, they're not feeling the love in the comments. I'm not suggesting we respond to the negative comments, but perhaps we can let the folks at Ben and
- [Words Matter](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/27/words-matter/) - The language we use shapes our perception and can significantly influence how we engage with the world and our impact on it. We must choose our words carefully when speaking about people who are incarcerated. Much of the language used currently is inherently dehumanizing and freezes the person in time rather than allow for personal
- [Healing After Chauvin Murder Conviction: Is It Possible?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/23/healing-after-chauvin-murder-conviction-is-it-possible/) - Racial trauma therapist Resmaa Menakem was featured on NPR's Here and Now. He discusses the impact of the murder of George Floyd on communities of color, the Chauvin guilty verdict, and how heal moving forward. "He says the Chauvin verdict — guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter — is not justice, but
- [How to Dismantle Mass Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/22/how-to-dismantle-mass-incarceration/) - UnCommon Law and ChangeLawyers partnered to deliver a series of webinars on mass incarceration, with an intentional focus on BIPOC Communities. You can view the recording of the first webinar in the series, "How to Dismantle Mass Incarceration," here: https://www.californialeaderssummit.org/post/how-to-dismantle-mass-incarceration There were many takeaways for me from this webinar, and it was all the more
- [PRISON YOGA PROJECT: CREATING ACCESS TO HEALING AND RECOVERY](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/20/prison-yoga-project-creating-access-to-healing-and-recovery/) - If you're new to Prison Yoga Project, this would be a beautiful article to read to orient you into the modality and birth of this project and our mission. Written by Policy Research Associates, below you will find an excerpt from this work. You can view the entire article here: https://www.prainc.com/gains-prison-yoga-project/ " In the incarcerated population,
- [MARYLAND BANS SENTENCING CHILDREN TO LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/15/maryland-bans-sentencing-children-to-life-without-parole/) - Maryland is the 25th state in addition to Washington, D.C., to bar life sentences to children without parole. With the vote, hundreds of people will have an opportunity for earlier release. In this Appeal article shared below, the author write " The legislation, Senate Bill 494, known as the Juvenile Restoration Act, applies retroactively. It allows
- ["Incarcerated and Infected: How the Virus Tore Through the U.S. Prison System" - NYT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/10/incarcerated-and-infected-how-the-virus-tore-through-the-u-s-prison-system-nyt/) - This article from the New York Times is an excellent piece of journalism. It provides a high-level perspective, as well as a heartbreakingly intimate look at the experience of the pandemic for people incarcerated in the U.S. A must-read. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/04/10/us/covid-prison-outbreak.html
- [New Mexico Governor Signs Historic Legislation to End Qualified Immunity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/08/new-mexico-governor-signs-historic-legislation-to-end-qualified-immunity/) - This is a welcome sign of progress. “When a police officer acting in an official government capacity violates a citizen’s constitutional rights, qualified immunity protects them from liability. The New Mexico Civil Rights Act finally fixes this injustice.”
- ["Freedom from the Inside: a Woman's Yoga Practice Guide" featured in UK Women's Prisons newsletter](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/07/freedom-from-the-inside-a-womans-yoga-practice-guide-featured-in-uk-womens-prisons-newsletter/) - An innovative UK non-profit organization called Food Matters -- www.FoodMatters.org -- has generously offered to help us promote our new women's book: "FREEDOM FROM THE INSIDE: a woman's yoga practice guide". They invited me to write a two-part article to accompany the book request information; it has gone out in their newsletter, "Her Wellbeing", which
- [Book Review - Beyond Survival: Stories and Strategies from the Transformative Justice Movement](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/06/book-review-beyond-survival-stories-and-strategies-from-the-transformative-justice-movement/) - Review of Beyond Survival: Strategies and Stories from the Transformative Justice Movement co-edited by Ejeris Dixon and Leah Lakshi Piepzna-Samarasinh by Lesley Becker We're reblogging this entire review. The Original piece can be found here:towardfreedom.org/feminism/beyond-survival-strategies-and-stories-from-the-transformative-justice-movement/"Mainstream America had a glimpse into a day-to-day reality for marginalized communities for a brief, baffling and stunning moment during the
- [Empathy training for parole officers reduces recidivism by 13%](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/07/empathy-training-for-parole-officers-reduces-recidivism-by-13/) - Heavy caseloads, job stress and biases can strain relations between parole and probation officers and their clients, upping offenders’ likelihood of landing back behind bars.On a more hopeful note, a new UC Berkeley study suggests that nonjudgmental empathy training helps court-appointed supervision officers feel more emotionally connected to their clients and, arguably, better able to
- [Rewriting Myths of Public Safety with Victoria Law](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/04/06/rewriting-myths-of-public-safety-with-victoria-law/) - Victoria Law, author of Prison by Any Other Name and her most recent title, Prisons Make Us Safer, is interviewed about her work, who inspires her, and her motivations. When asked about public safety in regards to the US Prison system, Law responds, " If prisons kept us safe, then the U.S. should be the
- [Devastating Effects of Jailing People Pretrial](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/22/devastating-effects-of-jailing-people-pretrial/) - Dr. Sandra Smith, a researcher at Harvard University, interviewed people around the country about their experiences with the pre-trial system in the United States. Smith and her team found that the more time spent in pretrial detention, the greater likelihood a person has further contact with the penal system. The following article highlights stories of
- [Just 0.1% of the former US administration’s COVID farm relief went to Black farmers](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/25/just-0-1-of-the-former-us-administrations-covid-farm-relief-went-to-black-farmers/) - These are the type of systemic inequities that perpetuate the economic harm of racial inequity and are the precursors to incarceration. “We saw 99 percent of the money going to White farmers and 1 percent going to socially disadvantaged farmers and if you break that down to how much went to Black farmers, it’s 0.1
- [Death Penalty Abolished in Virginia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/26/death-penalty-abolished-in-virginia/) - Virginia is on a path of course correction, being the first state in the South to repeal the death penalty. "The death penalty is the direct descendant of lynching. It is state-sponsored racism, and we have an opportunity to end this today," Democratic Del. Jay Jones Opponents of the death penalty cite the high cost, the
- [Trauma Healing Behind Bars](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/17/trauma-healing-behind-bars/) - Josefin Wikstrom, PYP Program Director and Training Coordinator in Europe, is featured in an article from The Trauma Research Foundation discussing the benefits of offering yoga and mindfulness as healing and rehabilitation for people experiencing incarceration. Prison Yoga Project is a Therapeutic Alliance member of The Trauma Research Foundation. The article outlines the benefits of
- [Red-lining, depression, and tree inequity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/12/red-lining-depression-and-tree-inequity/) - An interesting look at the connection between red-lining and mental health. In many cities, a map of urban tree cover reflects the geography of race and income...where 97% of residents are African American. This holds true across Baltimore, which still bears the scars of redlining, policies that denied mortgages and other financial services to entire
- [The Convergence of Faith and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/10/the-convergence-of-faith-and-incarceration/) - Tariq MaQbool writes, " All I have is the hope that one day I will be free. That hope is what gives me the strength to go through the degradation and futility of prison life. President Obama called it “the audacity of hope.” I know it simply as faith." Currently serving a 150-year sentence in
- [Expanding Voting Rights to All Citizens in the Era of Mass Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/08/expanding-voting-rights-to-all-citizens-in-the-era-of-mass-incarceration/) - Only a handful of states allow people who are currently incarcerated to vote. In some circumstances, people convicted of a crime are permanently disenfranchised. For a complete break down by state, refer here: https://www.ncsl.org/research/elections-and-campaigns/felon-voting-rights.aspx According to the Sentencing Project, 5.2 million people in the United States are denied access to vote because of a felony
- [March 10 Crucial Conversation: Race, mass incarceration and criminal justice reform in NC](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/05/march-10-crucial-conversation-race-mass-incarceration-and-criminal-justice-reform-in-nc/) - Calling your attention to this upcoming virtual event from NC Policy Watch. "By all indications, North Carolina and the nation at-large have entered a critical and, perhaps, hopeful phase in their centuries-old conversations about race, crime, punishment and the undeniable links between them. Even, however, as advocates and elected leaders have succeeded in enacting new
- ['Should we close the Rhode Island Women’s Prison?’](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/05/should-we-close-the-rhode-island-womens-prison/) - "With only about 80 women imprisoned in the state of Rhode Island, should the Rhode Island Women’s Prison be closed? This question and nuances surrounding the incarceration of women in the Ocean State were explored at a Wednesday panel hosted by OpenDoors." An illuminating and through-provoking article.
- [New Sentencing Project Report: Private Prisons in the United States](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/05/new-sentencing-project-report-private-prisons-in-the-united-states/) - The problems with private prisons are often lost in the conversation of mass incarceration because they hold a smaller number of incarcerated people. However, the number of people in private prisons has increased 33% since 2000, while the overall prison population has increased 3%. Of note, 81% of the immigrant detention population are confined in
- [Law Enforcement Officers and Trauma, a Public Health Crisis](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/03/04/law-enforcement-officers-and-trauma-a-public-health-crisis/) - I recently spoke with Sue Radcliffe, LCSW-C, a mental health therapist with the Dorchester County Health Department that also provides yoga to incarcerated people and correctional staff. She shared a recent article she wrote and published, that highlights the mental, emotional and physical health challenges that impact too many correctional officers. While the statistics are
- [Freedom from the Inside – Book Release](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/02/26/freedom-from-the-inside-book-release/) - AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE TODAY! Join us on March 8th, International Women’s Day, to celebrate the release of our new book, Freedom from the Inside: a Woman’s Yoga Practice Guide. We will be hosting a free webinar featuring the book’s authors Josefin Wikstrom and James Fox. They will discuss the unique situation incarcerated women face, their inspiration for
- [In the United States, more than 200,000 people are serving life sentences – one out of every seven in prison.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/02/22/in-the-united-states-more-than-200000-people-are-serving-life-sentences-one-out-of-every-seven-in-prison/) - In 2020, The Sentencing Project obtained official corrections data from all States and the Federal Bureau of Prisons to produce their 5th national census on life imprisonment. Looking at California, about 34,000 (27%) of those incarcerated in our state prisons are serving a sentence of life with the possibility of parole. They represent the vast
- [Our Bodies Listen, Too](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/02/19/our-bodies-listen-too/) - A few years ago, I listened to an interview with Mahzarin Banaji, one of the creators of Harvard's Implicit Association Test. She told a fascinating story about a study that showed that our bodies better recognize the sound of our voices better than our conscious minds. I share this story often with my participants to
- ["The Cost of Calling My Mom From Prison"](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/02/12/the-cost-of-calling-my-mom-from-prison/) - Here's an interesting recent article from the New York Times by John J. Lennon, currently incarcerated at the Sullivan Correctional Facility in New York State. On Dec. 20, 2020, Worth Rises, an advocacy group, ran a full-page ad in The New York Times calling on Tom Gores, a businessman whose private equity firm owns Securus,
- [Podcast: "How They See Us" from Hidden Brain](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2021/02/13/podcast-how-they-see-us-from-hidden-brain/) - I had never heard the term "stereotype threat" before but the concept makes perfect sense and helps me to better understand the impact of explicit and implict biases. Check out this interview with Claude Steele, the author of Whistling Vivaldi: How Stereotypes Affect Us and What We Can Do. And a bonus article by Claude
- [PYP- AL Virtual Sessions, Grant Win, and Covid-19](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2020/10/26/pyp-al-virtual-sessions-grant-win-and-covid-19/) - Prison Yoga Project--Alabama (PYP-AL) was just nearing completion of its second round of 12-week yoga offerings at Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women when COVID-19 circumstances prevented program completion. At the time, we facilitated 3 general population classes and one class for Tutwiler staff. When PYP-AL visited Tutwiler for the last time in early March, neither
- [October Conference Appearances](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2020/10/12/october-conference-appearances/) - "We’re here to make the world’s embodied wisdom accessible to everyone. That’s what TEC is all about: changing the world, one body at a time. " PYP's Founder, James Fox, and PYP's Program Director and Training Coordinator for Europe, Josefin Wikstrom, will be presenting a session entitled "Prison Yoga Project - Freedom from the Inside"
- [PYP-UK Wins Grant for Books for Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2020/10/10/pyp-uk-wins-grant-for-books-for-incarcerated-people/) - The Prison Yoga Project received some really good news this week. But, before getting to that, I think it's important to provide some context. The incarcerated population that the PYP serves is largely a forgotten one – a truth accurately captured in Angela Davis's words: “Prisons do not disappear social problems ... they disappear human
- [Chanda Williams Speaks to Inside Edition and Voice of America About the San Quentin COVID-19 Outbreak](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2020/07/31/chanda-williams-speaks-to-inside-edition-about-the-san-quentin-covid-19-outbreak/) - Inside Edition and Voice of America recently spoke with PYP's Chanda Williams about the COVID-19 outbreak that sickened 2,170 of the people incarcerated there, almost 2/3 of the population, in less than two months, with 19 dead to date. Watch the video to hear from Chanda why outbreaks in prison and jails are so serious.
- [Welcome to our new Community Website!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/2020/07/19/welcome-to-our-new-community-website/) - We've long dreamed of a place where the Prison Yoga Project community, our Sangha, can gather. We have facilitators working worldwide to bring yoga and embodied mindfulness to incarcerated people and other groups impacted by trauma. Together we are enriched and informed by our collective experience, and it's overdue that we have a platform for
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- [Envío de CE a Yoga Alliance](https://community.prisonyoga.org/envio-de-ce-a-yoga-alliance/) - Las siguientes instrucciones brindan pasos específicos para enviar CE para la Capacitación básica del PYP. Crea una cuenta en Yoga Alliance: https://www.yogaalliance.org/AccountSetupUna vez que haya creado su cuenta, vaya a su tablero y siga los pasos a continuación: Seleccione la segunda casilla "horas no presenciales impartidas por otro proveedor de CE (no YACEP)." 2. Seleccione
- [Tuition & Refund Policy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tuition-refund-policy/) - Tuition & Refund Policy Notice of Cancellation The program requires that any notice of cancellation or withdrawal by a student must be provided by email to training@prisonyoga.org. Cancellation and withdrawal notifications are subject to varying refund percentages. Refund criteria as listed below: All refunds shall be paid within 30 days upon written email notification from
- [Submitting YTT to Yoga Alliance](https://community.prisonyoga.org/submitting-ytt-to-yoga-alliance/) - Create an account on Yoga Alliance: https://www.yogaalliance.org/AccountSetup Once you have created your account, follow these steps; Select the Teacher tabAdd a RYT 200 Registration ProgramYou should see the following form here: Once your certificate is uploaded, select Send Request. You will receive an email from Yoga Alliance confirming submission. You will also receive an email
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- [Welcome](https://community.prisonyoga.org/home/) - News & Updates My Courses Enrolled 16 Lessons Introduction to Prison Yoga Project This introductory training equips you with a grounded understanding of Prison Yoga Project’s mission, the realities of incarceration, and the role of trauma-informed yoga in healing and transformation. You’ll gain the knowledge and language needed to represent PYP ethically, accurately, and with
## Forums
- [United Kingdom](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/united-kingdom/forum/united-kingdom/)
- [France](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/france/forum/france/)
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- [Yoga for Correctional Officers](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/yoga-for-correctional-officers/forum/yoga-for-correctional-officers/)
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- [Vermont](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/vermont/forum/vermont/)
- [Books for People Incarcerated](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/books-for-people-incarcerated/forum/books-for-people-incarcerated/) - This group is for folks and organizations to communicate about supplying books to residents at prisons and jails.
- [Colorado](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/colorado/forum/colorado/)
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- [Indiana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/indiana/forum/indiana/)
- [Prison Yoga Project Foundational Training: Yoga Through the Lens of Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/prison-yoga-project-foundational-training-yoga-through-the-lens-of-trauma-and-incarceration/) - Use this forum for introductions and general questions about the course. Use the sub-forums for discussion and question about content from a specific section.
- [Section Two - Race, Gender, Class, and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/prison-yoga-project-foundational-training-yoga-through-the-lens-of-trauma-and-incarceration/section-two-race-gender-class-and-incarceration/)
- [Section Three - Trauma, Mental Health, Addiction, and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/prison-yoga-project-foundational-training-yoga-through-the-lens-of-trauma-and-incarceration/section-three-trauma-mental-health-addiction-and-incarceration/)
- [Section Six - Yoga Service and Personal Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/prison-yoga-project-foundational-training-yoga-through-the-lens-of-trauma-and-incarceration/section-six-yoga-service-and-personal-transformation/)
- [Section One - The Criminal Justice System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/prison-yoga-project-foundational-training-yoga-through-the-lens-of-trauma-and-incarceration/section-one-the-criminal-justice-system/)
- [Section Four - Yoga for Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/prison-yoga-project-foundational-training-yoga-through-the-lens-of-trauma-and-incarceration/section-four-yoga-for-trauma/)
- [Section Five - Yoga for Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/prison-yoga-project-foundational-training-yoga-through-the-lens-of-trauma-and-incarceration/section-five-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/)
- [Black Lives Matter](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/black-lives-matter/forum/black-lives-matter/) - This is a space for our community to discuss the current movement for black lives and how we can support this movement through yoga in correctional facilities, as well as our every day lives.
- [Australia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/australia/forum/australia/)
- [California - San Luis Obispo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/california-san-luis-obispo/forum/california-san-luis-obispo/)
- [LGBTQ+](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/lgbtq/forum/lgbtq/)
- [Support](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/forum/support/) - Use this forum to search for answers to common questions. If you don't find an answer, start a new discussion.
- [Women](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/women/forum/women/)
- [Netherlands](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/netherlands/forum/netherlands/)
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- [Alabama](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/alabama/forum/alabama/)
- [New Hampshire](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/new-hampshire/forum/new-hampshire/)
- [Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/youth/forum/youth/)
## Discussions
- [Yoga in Federal Prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/yoga-for-correctional-officers/forum/discussion/yoga-in-federal-prison-2/) - Has anyone gotten permission to teach yoga in a U.S. Federal Prison?
- [Yoga in Federal Prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/research/forum/discussion/yoga-in-federal-prison/) - Has anyone gotten permission to do yoga in a U.S. Federal Prison?
- [Hello Bay Area Folks!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/california-bay-area/forum/discussion/hello-bay-area-folks/) - Hello Bay Area people! I just realized this group exsists - what a gift! It's so rare to find others who share an interest and passion in trauma healing work. What draws you all to this area of service? I'd love to know! For me, it just started as a feeling, a gentle nudging. I
- [PROGRAMMES ACTIFS/EN COURS D'ACTIVATION](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/france/forum/discussion/programmes-actifs-en-cours-dactivation/) - Maison d'arrêt de Rouen, début du programme janvier 2022, un groupe au Quartier pour Hommes, un groupe au Quartier pour Femmes. Dix personnes par groupe, sur inscription, personnes en fin de peine.En collaboration avec le SPIP et le programme de lutte contre la récidive.Pour le moment une seule intervenante (moi-même), possibilité d'agrandir le programme si
- [INTRODUCTIONS DES MEMBRES](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/france/forum/discussion/introductions-des-membres/) - Bonjour à tout.e.s je m’appelle Judith ou JJ, je viens de Rotterdam et je vis en France depuis 1997. Durant cette période j’ai vécu 2 ans aux Etats-Unis (San Francisco, CA et Columbia, MD) et 4 ans en Inde (New Delhi et Goa). À la suite d’un désir de changement de vie et après 6
- [Test](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/california-san-luis-obispo/forum/discussion/test/) - Test
- [Introductions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/california-san-luis-obispo/forum/discussion/introductions-2/) - Say hello, folx!
- [Court Mandated Diversion Programs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/australia/forum/discussion/court-mandated-diversion-programs-2/) - Good morning everyone,I hope you're all doing well in your neck of the woods (albeit with restrictions in place) and that we're all still finding so many things in life to be grateful for.I wanted to share with you a link to a project here in Tasmania, Australia, which is a first of it's kind
- [Court Mandated Diversion Programs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/facilitators/forum/discussion/court-mandated-diversion-programs/) - Good morning everyone,I hope you're all doing well in your neck of the woods (albeit with restrictions in place) and that we're all still finding so many things in life to be grateful for.I wanted to share with you a link to a project here in Tasmania, Australia, which is a first of it's kind
- [AZ Prison Outreach](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/arizona/forum/discussion/az-prison-outreach/) - Are there any classes currently being taught in AZ prisons? As a yoga instructor I am interested in volunteering or spearheading the creation of a class, however, I do not want to recreate the wheel to get things started. Any direction is appreciated.
- [locations](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/indiana/forum/discussion/locations/) - Hi! Have you all incorporated this into a IDOC facility yet, and if so, where at? How did you go about receiving approval for this?
- [Swedish National Study- Yoga in Forensic Psychiatric Care](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/research/forum/discussion/swedish-national-study-yoga-in-forensic-psychiatric-care/) - Dear all,I am writing to you to ask for your help in planning the optimal study for a new national (Swedish) yoga study within forensic psychiatric care.The background: we cannot have RCT as the number of patients is very limited, but we have several clinics that have already joined the study.First I have planned a
- [Fiches des cours en Français.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/france/forum/discussion/fiches-des-cours-en-francais/) - Ici nos deux premiers fiches de cours en Français. N'hésitez pas à les télécharger!
- [Hi PYP Classmates](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/hi-pyp-classmates/) - Hey everyone,My name is Drew. I am a 200hr RYT interested in getting involved with the PYP as I've heard amazing things from fellow teachers. 😀
- [Introduction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/introduction-3/) - Hi, Just starting the course and would like to say hello from Perth, Western Australia
- [Hello from Sharhonda](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/hello-from-sharhonda/) - Hi, I’m Sharhonda currently living in New Jersey . I’m a mental health and substance use counselor working in the field for 26 years. I found yoga about two years ago and wanted incorporate yoga & therapy for those impacted with mental health and addiction. I’m a new yoga teacher and looking forward to building
- [Hi, I'm Rosalie from Portland, OR](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/hi-im-rosalie-from-portland-or/) - Hi all, I'm Rosalie, cisgender, (she/her) from Portland, OR, tribal land of the Multnomah, Clackamas, Tualatin Kalapuya, Kathlamet and other tribes. . We moved here 5 years ago from Montreal, QC in Canada, and yes I am Canadian. I just completed my 200 hr YTT training with Ignite Travel and Training with Julia Canfield (Seattle
- [Introduction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/introduction-2/) - Hi, my name is Dannah Schatz and I live in a tiny town in Southwest Kansas, just south of the famous Dodge City and Boothill. I am employed by a Part C (tiny-K) Special Education agency who also holds an Early Childhood Block Grant from the Kansas Children's Cabinet and Trust Fund. I am an
- [Introduction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/introduction/) - Good afternoon, my name is Grace Church. I have been on a soul searching mission to find my true authentic self. I am looking for an opportunity where I can make the most of impact with helping individuals impacted by Trauma in my community. I do not have any experience as a yoga practitioner but
- [Inviting Facilitators to Join The Community Website](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/program-and-chapter-directors/forum/discussion/inviting-facilitators-to-join-the-community-website/) - You are welcome to begin inviting facilitators in your Chapter to make an account on the website. The more people that join, the more we can begin utilizing groups to communicate!Attached is the template for reaching out to Facilitators. It is fine if you want to personalize the message, but please make sure the directions
- [PYP - New Hampshire featured on NPR](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/ytt-for-incarcerated-people/forum/discussion/pyp-new-hampshire-featured-on-npr/) - You can learn more about Jen's past YTT program here!https://www.nhpr.org/post/lifelines-how-yoga-helping-women-nh-state-prison-manage-trauma-during-covid-19#stream/0
- [Introductions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/introductions/) - Hello and Welcome! Please take a moment to introduce yourself, and spend some time reading through the introductions of others. - What's your name? - What brings you to the is training? And how do you hope to use what you learn? - What's something that you enjoy to do in your personal life?
- [Facilitator Applications](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/program-and-chapter-directors/forum/discussion/facilitator-applications/) - People who are interested in becoming a PYP Facilitators are now required to apply via our application, which can be found on our public website.https://prisonyoga.org/becoming-a-facilitator/When we receive an application in an area where a Chapter is located, we will pass this application to the Chapter Director to follow-up and interview and determine if this person
- [PYP Program Dashboard - Data Collection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/program-and-chapter-directors/forum/discussion/pyp-program-dashboard-data-collection/) - Directors are responsible for ensuring PYP has accurate, up-to-date information about all programs. This program information is utilized in our attendance survey, where facilitators will find their program listed in a drop-down menu. It also informs our map of programs on the public website, as well as our ability to apply for grants and sustain
- [Attendance Collection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/facilitators/forum/discussion/attendance-collection/) - Link to Attendance ReportThe programs listed in this form match my current up-to-date information on active PYP programs. If your program is not listed, please email me at nicole@prisonyoga.org.The yoga facilitator leading class is required to submit this google form. If there is more than one yoga facilitator, only one is required to complete the
- [Inter-generational issues related to poverty, incarceration, and race recidivism](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/inter-generational-issues-related-to-poverty-incarceration-and-race-recidivism/) - This is an article regarding a horrific crime involving some people I know from my high school years. I meant to attach the article to my quiz response in section two regarding redlining's long term effects. In my quiz response, I outline my experience in an Alabama school district (predominately black) that was a product
- [Hello from Dori](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/hello-from-dori/) - Hi, I am Dori Digenti from Western Massachusetts in the US. I am taking this course to check it out and encourage yoga teachers in my area and whom I work with to participate and do the training. I took the live training with James and Josefin in Boston in 2018. This course is a
- [Intro from Sonia (Australia)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/discussion/intro-from-sonia-australia/) - Hi, I'm Sonia and I'm so excited and honoured to be able to undertaken this online training with others in this new 'virtual' space. I'm looking forward to connecting with others all around the globe as we work through this training together.Keep safe,Sonia (Australia)
- [The philosophy of non-violence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/black-lives-matter/forum/discussion/the-philosophy-of-non-violence/) - https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/20/podcasts/the-daily/john-lewis.htmlI really enjoyed this episode of the NYT's The Daily covering the life of John Lewis. One of the things I found most interesting was the perspective on the philosophy of non-violence it shares. Of course, this philosophy traces its roots to Gandhi and the principle of Ahimsa. I'm curious to hear the thoughts of
## Replies
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/research/forum/reply/21591/) - Hi Brittany,Yes, we currently have a facilitator providing programs in a federal prison in Colorado!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/california-san-luis-obispo/forum/reply/14621/) - I'm you're alter ego! hahahaha
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6992/) - Hello my name is Betsy, and I'm an actor, UCB improviser and Yoga teacher living in New York City. I have wanted to do this training for quite some time, and have wanted to offer Yoga to those that are incarcerated, yet prior to the pandemic I was never able to fit another training in
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6740/) - Hello, I'm Nieda (nee-da). I live in MD and am a preschool director, RYT 200 and reiki practitioner. I heard about PYP in 2016 just before I did my ytt and I just missed the training in MD that year. The stories have called to me ever since. I was registered to take the in-person
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6710/) - Hi everyone :) My name is Hannah and I’m grateful that I get to be a part of this community with you guys! The personal contact I have had working with refugees and the homeless community is what drew me to the Prison Yoga Project. I’ve seen how trauma makes people who experience it feel
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6637/) - Hi Kate and Emily!We have a lovely group of facilitators who taught in NYC correctional facilities prior to COVID and who are interested in resuming once we are able to go back inside. We will have to make sure you all get connected!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6611/) - Hi everyone,My name is Kate and live in Queens, New York and work at the AMKC Jail on Rikers Island. I have been teaching yoga since 2004 and involved with Living Yoga in Portland, Oregon for many years. I volunteer taught yoga at the VOA Men's Residential Facility for many years as well as professionally
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6607/) - HI Emily, I live in Queens and work at Rikers nice to have a fellow New Yorker in the group...Kate
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6584/) - Hello to all on this forum, my name is Carol and I am honored to meet you. I live in San Jose CA.I have worked in the community for over 30 years offering group classes and yoga to those who are marginalized and underserved. My journey started in the UK where I worked with pre
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6304/) - Hello, I am Emily.I live in NYC and I'm a free lance artist / dancer / choreographer. Last year I completed my 200hr YTT. My teacher mentioned Prison Yoga Project and I was really intrigued. I am very interested in using movement as a means for healing - both in dance and yoga. I'm looking
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6269/) - Hi Kristel!I'm Nicole, PYP's National Program Manager. I am so happy you are enrolled in this training!I wanted to let you know that before working with PYP, I was a classroom teacher. I can share firsthand that my experience in the classroom and my experience with PYP go hand in hand! My dream is for
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6268/) - Hello,My name is Kristel Hollick, and I am a school counselor at Totem middle school is Marysville, WA. I have been teaching a yoga club here at the school for the last two years, it is part of our mindfulness practice we have implemented at Totem. I also run therapy groups using the CBITS (Cognitive,
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6181/) - Hello, I'm Kris Geiger from NYC!Taking this training to supplement the volunteer work that I started with this in 2018. Hoping to learn anything/everything to better support my students.My free time is spent volunteering, exercising, baking, making jewelry, and yarn crafts. Happy to meet all of you and looking forward to working together!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6125/) - Welcome, Francesca! Before I moved here to the UK, I was the director of the Prison Yoga program for Community Yoga Austin, teaching at the TCCC for 6 years. I remember fondly having Jim along for a day of classes there. I'd love to hear the pre-covid latest and how the work has continued. Thanks
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6123/) - I'm glad you listened to the wisdom of your 13-year-old!I lived in Portland 2000-2005, and I miss it there. I grew up in New Hampshire, land of the Pennacook, just over the border from your home of Montreal.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/6119/) - Hi! I am Francesca. I am from central Texas and I volunteer with Conviction Yoga in one of the minimum security women's prisons. Currently, we are not allowed inside of the facility due to Covid but hopefully I will gain some new knowledge to take back with me when we can go back in. I
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/5957/) - Hello sangha :-)My name's Judith (she/her, they/their), I am from the Netherlands and have spent most of my life living abroad. Currently, I live in Normandy, France.Currently working towards becoming a C-IAYT, I am finding it increasingly important to make yoga truly accessible. There are so many things I enjoy: cooking, eating, drinking wine (I
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/5951/) - Hey folks! My name is Brian Mai (he/they), and I am currently working in economic/housing justice in Washington, D.C.I specialized in trauma-informed and anti-racist social work practices during grad school and furthered my frameworks on transformative justice and abolition. Mixed with my 7 years (on and off) of practicing yoga, this training feels like a
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/5786/) - Hi! My name is Molly Young and I work as a middle school counselor. I also teach a calm class with yoga and mindfulness in the school. I am here to learn more about the incarceration system and trauma so that eventually I can work in juvenile facilities as an instructor. I also hope to
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/5681/) - Hello everybody! my name is Landon, i'm currently located in Frederick, Maryland. I work as a sign language interpreter, but i am also an author and new yoga teacher. I decided to take this training after having my own experiences with the criminal justice system and a long battle with drug addiction. i had been
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/5478/) - Hello! I'm Caitlin Fowler and I'm a yoga teacher and holistic nutritionist in Vancouver, WA.The first issue of YogaJournal I ever read had a featured piece on PYP, and it was what made me want to become a yoga teacher. It's been many years between reading that article and finally taking the PYP training, but
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/5407/) - Hi! My name is Erin. I am originally from Florida, but have been living in London U.K for 16 years now. I am a Senior Yoga Teacher and have been teaching for 16 years and a practising for more than 20. I am a teacher trainer and run programs in UK and internationally. Over the
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/4924/) - Hello Everyone !My name is Stéphanie, I am French and have been living in Guadeloupe in the Caribbean since 2016. I trained as a yoga teacher in 2012 in London and have since been teaching on and off and also working as an English teacher. I have lived in quite a few countries in the
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/4889/) - Hi all! Lovely to meet you and I feel very grateful to have found and now be a part of this community. Such interesting people from what I'm reading so far!! My name is Sarah and I'm currently @ The Netherlands while trying to move back to Brussels, where I've been living for the past
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/4653/) - I look forward to working with you! I'm not a yoga expert either, but look forward to learning something new for both myself and for the families I work with.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/4497/) - Hello to everyone, It has been so interesting reading through your introductions, what a grand community of people to be a part of. My name is Amy Sanborn, I am 27 years old and I live in Newport, RI. I earned my RYT 200 Hour Vinyasa Flow Certification in 2014 and am currently a High
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/4355/) - I'm Ariel (she/they), going to grad school in Indiana. I offer private yoga services, and am looking for studios that might be hiring during COVID. I want to serve with PYP because I value impactful work and forming personal connections.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/4186/) - Hello!My name is Bella, and I currently live in Santa Barbara, CA. I am a student - studying education with an emphasis on social transformation - as well as a 300hr certified vinyasa yoga teacher. I am looking forward to bridging these two passions of mine using the tools I gain from this training. Outside
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/4154/) - Hi everyone!My name is Evelyn. I'm currently in Ithaca, NY after being displaced from Brooklyn, due to Covid. I'm from Upstate, though, so I'm used to the weather :) Ithaca is a nice, nature filled place for the time being. I plan to move to Bellingham, WA in a couple years.I received my 200 RYT
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/3965/) - Hi my name is Daisy. Thank you everyone for the beautiful introductions. I'm honored to be in your company. I am still kind of new to The Bay Area (Oakland) as I moved here a year ago after going back to New Jersey (where I was raised) for 2 years. Prior to NJ, I lived
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/3703/) - Hello everyone! My name is Sydney Klatt (she/her). I am an associate clinical social worker (MSW, ASW) and yoga facilitator (RYT-500) located in Sacramento, CA. I arrive to this training with the utmost gratitude for having the opportunity to engage with this work. I have taught yoga in a multitude of outreach spaces over the
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/3508/) - Hi everyone !!My name is lolymar ( Loly) I love my yoga practice and i love to teach , ( ERYT500) yoga teacher by live love and teach and am from Venezuela but i live over 23 years in Bonaire a Dutch island by the Caribbean sea.What brings me to this training is my passion
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/3216/) - Hello my name is Dora Ascensión. I lived 10 years in an intentional community and 3 in an ecovillage practicing meditation, yoga, shiatsu, permaculture and peace circles in México. I am currently a professor at the University (UNAM). Since 1990 I have learned yoga. I'm part of the PYP team in Mexico and I thanks
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/3215/) - Hola mi nombre es Dora Ascensión. Viví 10 años en una comunidad intencional y 3 en una ecoaldea practicando meditación, yoga, shiatsu, permacultura y círculos de paz. Actualmente soy profesora en la Universidad (UNAM). Desde 1990 aprendí yoga.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/groups/program-and-chapter-directors/forum/reply/3112/) - If you are having trouble downloading this template- here is another PDF version.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2953/) - Hello everyone! I´m EdithI´m a yoga student and I’ve started to share the practice with PYP, rural and indiginous communities, women circles, and recently online classes!This November I finish my 200hr yoga teacher certification and I´m so excited! Im happy to take this training and learn about all of you!Besides yoga, I love nature, herbalism,
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2913/) - Hi all! My name is Liz (she/her) and I am a student of Yoga and Psychology based out of Boston, MA. I have been practicing Yoga for a little over a decade and am so excited to meet and learn with you all! While I was first introduced to Yoga asana as an activity to
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2888/) - Hi folx! My name is Victoria (she/her) and I'm from California originally, but have moved around to a few different countries since graduating college. Currently I'm based in Qatar, working and exploring life in the Gulf. I'm currently doing my YTT with a program that focuses on yoga and social justice, and decolonizing yoga and
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2782/) - As heartbreaking as it is, thanks for sharing this, Susie. It's a perfect illustration of several of the huge shortfalls we do our best to counter.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2728/) - Howdy! I am Cristiane Machado, natural from Brasil. I have lived in the USA (FL) for 20 years and about 2 years ago moved to Costa Rica. I am a body worker, Yoga teacher 200 hrs, and I have founded the YogaLoka project that brings Yoga, Meditation and holistic health to underserved and marginalized populations.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2699/) - Hi everyone! :) My name is Gabrielle and I’m a fitness professional, yoga instructor, Reiki Master, and I love what I do! I’m interested in this training because my passion is to work with and help those in under-served communities: minority, low-income, addiction recovery and incarcerated. In addition to teaching yoga at prisons/detention centers, I
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2676/) - Hello Geoff! My name is Laura and I'm from London. Where abouts are you based in the UK? I would love to learn more about your work as the UK Program Coordinator. Thank you!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2675/) - Hello Everyone! My name is Laura and I live in London, England. I am a Psychology graduate and have recently qualified as a 200 RYT. I currently work for a children's mental health charity in an outreach team. I was drawn to this training as the magic of yoga saved my life. Having suffered various
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2603/) - Hello all! My name is Suki & I am so looking forward to this training & connecting with this community! I am a Yoga teacher & professional dancer in NYC, so I am a lover of movement and all the benefits mindfulness/movement can bring to one's life. I have wanted to take this training for
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2508/) - Hello everyone! My name is Xin Gao and I live in Portola Valley, California. I am originally from China and lived in Japan before moving to the U.S. in 2014. I have a PhD in Economics and currently work as an Economist in a research institute (probably the most irrelevant job on this Introduction page
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2483/) - Hi Everyone! My name is Amy Hunt. Originally from Minnesota, I've just returned to living in the US after spending most of my adult life in Brazil, Spain, and Belgium. I'm a C-IAYT yoga therapist as well as a high school English and Psychology teacher. Returning to the US during a time of pandemic and
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2477/) - Hey! My name is Brandi Schmidt. I'm from Bismarck, North Dakota. I decided to take this training to enhance my trauma yoga skills. I'm licensed as a mental health and addiction counselor in the state of North Dakota where I specialize in trauma. I have been in the ND National Guard for 15 years and
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2274/) - Hi Everyone,My name's Sarah. I'm a long time yogi and nurse and a mom, who's back in school for my Advanced Practice Certification in Los Angeles. I love riding my bike and jumping in the ocean when I can. At my prior job, I was one of the hospital's certified Urban Zen Integrative Therapy practitioners,
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2262/) - Hello my name is Marisa, I am in Venice, CA at the moment with my two cats Cowgirl and Meowgirl sitting next to me. My brother has been incarcerated on and off for the past 10 years and is currently serving out the last 3 years of a sentence. He practices yoga in his cell
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2230/) - Hi everyone! My name is Tanya and I will be moving to St. Augustine, Florida next week with my adorable toddler. I just finished my 200 YTT last month and it was such an amazing spiritual journey for me that I knew I wanted to share this experience with the incarcerated population. I was fortunate
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2229/) - Hi Kim!! I am moving to St. Augustine and would love to bring yoga into correctional facilities as well. Which part of Northern Florida do you and your organization serve? I would love to help out.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2208/) - Greetings, All! I'm a bit late to the introduction party, but have enjoyed reading along and getting to know everyone! My name is Jen Lindgren. I am the Chapter director for New Hampshire. I am thrilled to be part of this online training and online community. This is my third PYP training, joining the 2018
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2155/) - Hey Kimberly!I am so glad that you are able to join our training :) I have family in Tampa, and was just there last March.I would love to learn more about your work and the organization in Northern Florida who is bringing yoga to correctional facilities. We are starting to get inquiries from folks in
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/2147/) - Hello Everyone!My name is Kim and I live in the Tampa Bay area. I have been following PYP for some time now so when I saw this opportunity I knew there was no time like the present. Pre-Covid I was teaching yoga in treatment centers and have begun teaching via zoom now. The organization I
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1893/) - Hello ALL!! My name is Lindsay Richard, and I come to you from southern Vermont. I live in the quiet town of Dummerston, just outside Brattleboro and I really enjoy it here. We are blessed with incredible access to local agriculture and other producers, particularly in the summer months. I grew up in the Keene
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1850/) - Thanks Bill! Yes, I am so grateful to be here and learning from you all. Best, Jackie
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1849/) - Thank you! I am so happy to be here. Thanks for having me, and I would love to hear more about your experience as well. I have so much to learn!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1835/) - Hi, I'm Susie Weigel, and I'm the Alabama Program Director for the Prison Yoga Project. I've lived in Alabama my entire life (well, I lived in Germany once for 6 months, but that's a blink by comparison, really). I'm originally from Huntsville, Alabama, but I've lived in Auburn since 1994. I taught high school English
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1684/) - Hello, everyone. I'm Geoff O'Meara, and I believe this is the 6th PYP training I've attended. Given how much I've benefited from each one, I'm always looking forward to immersing myself again. It's always so rich and informative and inspiring, in large part due to what all of the individuals bring to complement the material
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1671/) - Hi Geoff, yes she sure has! Thankfully we have already connected.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1651/) - Ciao, Eleonora. You might be interested in taking a look at the Geese Theatre Company, which is located in Birmingham, UK ( http://www.geese.co.uk/ ). Emma Smallman is part of that organization, and she took the PYP training in Glasgow last year. If you'd like to speak with her, let me know and I will pass
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1649/) - Hi, Mia. You really need to spend some time with Sonia @YOTI-PYPAus ! She's been working very hard in Australia...
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1648/) - Hi, Lauren. What a wonderful depth of experience you already have. Thanks for sharing it here-
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1647/) - Hey, Betsie. Receiving and immediate response/request from a prison ... how fortunate! Well done-
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1646/) - Yes, indeed ... I think this platform will be incredibly helpful to individual teachers and PYP as an organization. Thank you, Bill!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1645/) - Hi, Anna. Wow ... another New Hampshirite! I already mentioned above that that is where I am from. Already seeing three NH teachers on here is very exciting. Things DO change! When I go back to visit my family, if I were welcome and we could work it out, I'd love to tag along to
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1641/) - Hi, Kami. I'm also from New Hampshire. I lived in Bedford until I left for school and have wandered around quite a bit since then, landing here in Leicester, UK. The rest of my family still lives in Bedford, though. Thanks for helping this kind of work reach New Hampshire.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1622/) - Hello Everyone, so lovely to read about you all and to be part of this training. My name is Mia and I live in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. I am am mamma of three, a Registered Mental Health Nurse for 14 years and a Yoga instructor. I have been working in Psychiatric Intensive Care
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1585/) - After reading everyone else's introductions, I realised that perhaps I should add a few extra lines about myself etc.I'm 47 years old and have been practising yoga for over 14 years now. I first realised the benefits of yoga after losing my twin boys to stillbirth and the symptoms of PTSD that slowly began to
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1575/) - Hi everybody,My name is Alexa Below! I'm a 21 year old from Toledo, Ohio. Currently, I am studying criminal justice & forensic science at the University of Toledo. I graduate in December, & I plan on furthering my education in either social work or counseling. My education has opened my eyes to the harsh reality
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1447/) - Hi! My Name is Lisa. I am currently volunteering in the County Detention Center for Teens. I have been teaching there for 1 year. I am a 500 RYT and I am also Tier 2 Baptiste Yoga Certified. I really enjoy working with the Kids in the detention Center. They have made some bad decisions
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1439/) - Hello everyone!My name is Crystal Coleman (she/her) and I reside in Riverside County, California. I am a Regional Coordinator for a non-profit, educational agency. In this role I provide education and coaching services for the adults who teach and care for children birth to 3 years of age. I am a certified 500 hour yoga
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1438/) - Hi all!My name is Lily, and I am honored to be among you all in this training! I feel similarly to many of you in that I came to PYP through the whirlwind of 2020 which has turned life upside down, exposed some brutal truths, and emphasized how deeply necessary this work is now, and
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1435/) - Hello everyone, My name is Rosie. I am from San Diego. I am currently a grad student at San Diego State University. I am working on getting my Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. With that being said, one of my professors from my program shared about this opportunity and I became interested. I hope to
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1431/) - Hello all!My name is Maria and I am a graduate student from San Diego State University. One of my professors talked about this training and actually referred me to it. I became interested in this program as I am pursuing a master's in Rehabilitation Counseling with a license in clinical counseling. I have some experience
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1421/) - Hello. I am James Fox and I am the founder of the Prison Yoga Project. I really appreciate your interest in taking this training and hope that you find it insightful and inspiring. I look forward to learning from this experience, and your contributions to it.I enjoy learning about different cultures and languages. And I
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1394/) - Hello Everyone!Excited to be here. My name is Candi Funes. I'm a grad student at SDSU. My professor referred me to the program. My graduate program is Rehabilitation Counseling. I'm on the track to become a License Professional Clinical Counselor. I live in sunny San Diego. I enjoy learning about subjects that help me understand
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1393/) - Hi everyone!My name is Luisa, I´m from Mexico, collaborating with PYP since 2017. My professional background is as human rights lawyer, but I quit completely in 2018 to focus only in yoga and Restorative practices.abrazos,Luisa
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1387/) - Hi, Rebecca! It's a refrain I hear from people who do this work, that when you begin teaching yoga with incarcerated people, interest in teaching in a studio setting fades. There is something so real and nourishing that happens and the relationships feel so authentic. Wonderful to have you here with us!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1384/) - Hi, Jackie! Looking forward to hearing the insights you bring from your studies at CIIS. It feels like we are well-aligned. Our intention with this training is to explore the intersection of social justice and yoga as a path to personal and social transformation. Thank you for joining us!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1379/) - Juan, I am so glad that you are with us! I appreciate what you say about how this work has opened your mind and how it's changed the way you share yoga. Like most I think, I embarked on this journey feeling like I had something to share, and not realizing how much there was
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1378/) - John, it's an honor to have you participating in the online version. We're looking forward to your feedback and also the insight you'll bring in having the fastest growing chapter in PYP. You mention your classes at Suffolk, and it connects me to the feeling of absence in my life right now, not being able
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1376/) - It is always a pleasure to have you here, John!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1375/) - Welcome, Juan. I am inspired by your vast knowledge of the many forms of yoga and enthusiastic to learn more about the work you have done in Costa Rica!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1374/) - Hi Jackie! We are so happy to have you here. I was inspired to work for the Prison Yoga Project after my time in the classroom with high schoolers so I am very intrigued by your upcoming internship.Your statement, "with regards to the intersection of social justice and yoga (as a modality for healing and
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1371/) - Hello, Anna! It's so nice to be meeting more of the team @Jen.Lindgren has grown in New Hampshire. And I would love someday to receive a practice from one of the women you all have trained!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1370/) - Hi Rebecca! I believe we have connected in the past via the fantastic Katherine Kelton. I am so excited to have you here.I have had my yoga certification for just over a year now, so we are in the same boat! Something kinda cool about being newer to facilitating yoga is we often have less
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1369/) - Welcome, Anna! We have been wanting to have an online platform for this training and to create a community for so long and I am thrilled to see it coming to life. Thank you for joining us on the journey!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1368/) - Hi everyone! My name is Nicole and I am the National Program Manager for Prison Yoga Project. I am originally from Connecticut but have been living in Arkansas for six years and am currently based in Little Rock. I have my 200hr yoga teacher certification, as well as a master's degree in Public Service.When we
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1367/) - Hi Nina! I am glad that you seized the moment to join us now. When we step into this work in underserved communities - especially the explicitly marginalized communities of prison and jails - I feel like we are entering into the deepest parts of the world's wounding where the healing is needed the most
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1363/) - Betsie, I am so happy to have you in this group! I'm looking forward to your insight and feedback, and the opportunity for you to share the self-starting attitude that makes this project work.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1362/) - So glad you are joining us, Lauren! Looking forward to hearing your insights from the work you are already doing in the recovery community. I'm also very interested in the harm reduction approach.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1357/) - Hi Folks! My name is Lauren Hodson. I am from Detroit MI. I am a person in long term recovery from substance use and I have been practicing yoga for 8 years. I found yoga when I was incarcerated for a year and have continued to practice to this day. I am trained as a
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1302/) - Hello All!!!My name is Betsie Davis, currently residing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I have practiced yoga alongside my mental health journey for almost 12 years, certified finally 2019 (200hr, Yin30hr, PYP cert 2019). After attending the weekend intensive with Bill and Tierney, I knew I was on my path. I petitioned 8 facilities in Indiana,
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1274/) - Hi everyone! My name is Nina Hayes. I've been teaching yoga since 2009, and I feel called to teach in more of service capacity to those most in need. I'm trained in Jivamukti Yoga, Yoga for Cancer, Reiki, and Meditation. Originally, from Boston, I briefly taught yoga in the Boston Public School, and this sparked
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1243/) - Hello! My name is Anna Pietkiewicz. I have been practicing for 6 years now and I have been teaching for 3. I am 23 years old and I am so happy that this online adaption was made available. I believe in the power of yoga to heal and empower. I look forward to connecting with
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1224/) - Hello Everyone! My name is Anna and I'm located in New Hampshire. I have been teaching yoga at the women's prison here in NH for the past two years alongside Jen Lindgren who has developed an amazing program––including a teacher training program for the residents!It has been awesome in the old-fashioned sense of the word
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1180/) - Hi everyone. I'm John McDonough and this is my 4th PYP teacher training. I participated in the spring 2017 training in Hartford CT. Out of 40 participants, 8 were from Massachusetts and we decided there to form a chapter. Currently, we have about 25 (in)active trainers in about 15 state, county, and youth services facilities.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1179/) - Namaste. My name is Juan Martinez, I am from Costa Rica.I am a yoga student and teacher. I am certified in hatha yoga, ashtanga yoga, yoga and meditation, yoga nidra, mindfulness, but at the moment I am focused on accessible, adapted, diverse and inclusive yoga, that's why I am here, to learn more about yoga
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1170/) - Hi All!It is such an honor to be here with you after reading your intros. My name is Jackie (she/her) and I am a graduate student of somatic psychology at CIIS in San Francisco. I also teach yoga (virtually right now) and will begin my clinical internship as a therapist this fall at a high
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1167/) - Thanks Bill! I will be out of town this Thursday so I will have to listen to a replay of the call but I look forward to seeing everyone next week!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1166/) - Hello! My name is Becky Rennels, and I live in St. Louis, Missouri. I found myself lead to this training for many reasons, but mainly from watching someone close to me struggle in the system and feeling utterly helpless.I have my 200 hour certification, and have only been teaching yoga for a little less than
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1162/) - Hi Kendra! The civil unrest was an ever-present backdrop as we translated our in-person training to this online format. I hope that comes through in a way that points participants toward compassionate action. And bringing this work beyond the prison, to police, to youth, to your studio clients, is just what we hope will happen!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1159/) - Hi everyone!My name is Kendra LaPlume & I am so excited to take this journey with all of you. As a yoga instructor/studio owner, I have spent the last 5 or so years in deep reflection on how I can use my skill set in psychology & human movement to make a bigger difference in
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1153/) - Hi, Prema! I am looking forward to the insights you will have to share into addiction and the recovery community. You're right; they are indeed closely related; addiction is endemic in prisons and jails. The situation is complicated, and there is not enough care available. Being trauma-informed is critical, but so is being addiction/recovery-informed.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1152/) - Hi Kristin! Thank you for bringing your experience with the legal system and with yoga to the group. We have had many lawyers drawn to this training and they always have a unique insight. And how wonderful to be part of a program directed by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach! Welcome!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1151/) - Hi, Mary Ann! I feel like this year has been that way for a lot of us, a reckoning with purpose. This is certainly true for me, and amidst the challenges this year has brought (and continues to bring), I am finding that I am shifting into deeper and deeper integrity with myself. Welcome!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1150/) - Hello, Kami! Are you connected yet with @Jen.Lindgren , our Program Director in New Hampshire? She's been doing wonderful work in NH!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1148/) - Welcome, Denise! I am always impressed when people can trace their calling to this type of work at such a young age. Veterans are, as you might expect, overrepresented in prison and jails, and there are unique opportunities to work that intersection of society. It's likely we will create a Yoga for Incarcerated Veterans special
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1147/) - Hi Molly! This is what we've been hoping for when we created this site, bringing all the passionate, like-minded people - like you - together to share and learn from each other. So glad you're here!
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1146/) - Hi Susan! So glad to have you with us. You're background and experience are quite rich. Looking forward to the perspective you bring with respect to working with Indigenous People.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1145/) - Hi Eleonora! I've always been interested in acting and improv as a trauma-informed practice. Looking forward to hearing more.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1136/) - Hi everyone!My name is Molly Steinberg, and I am 18 years old. I am from Westchester, NY and am currently a student at the University of Michigan majoring in business and double minoring in Spanish and Criminal Justice. Reading through all of these amazing responses makes me super excited to be surrounded (virtually) by such
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1129/) - Hello, friends! My name is Denise Sayasit (she/her). I'm originally from Iowa, lived in Indianapolis for 17 years, Asheville for 9 months, Phoenix for 9 months, and currently in El Paso, Texas. I work remote, which allows me the ability to move around and fill my gypsy soul with joy! However, I'm ready to find
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1128/) - Hello, my name is Kami, I'm 26, born and raised in NH.I've been a Yoga teacher and Reiki practitioner for about a year. I found my own healing of grief and trauma through the practice of Yoga and felt my calling to share the healing with others, especially to those who are also experiencing grief
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1124/) - Hello everyone!My name is Mary Ann. This has been one hell of a year so far, huh? It's forced me to face some deep truths about myself and what I feel my bigger purpose in the world is. I was born and raised in New York, though I have Indian ancestry on my father's side.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1077/) - Hello everyone! My name is Kristin Varner and I live in Riverside, California. I've practiced law and yoga for the past twenty years. Combining a love for yoga with a passion for advocacy, I co-founded Community Yoga Initiative with four amazing women to help expand the reach of yoga. Community Yoga Initiative provides community groups
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1068/) - Namasté everyone, my name is Prema Shakti. I currently live in Boulder, Colorado (USA) and I am an Āyurvedic Practitioner and E-RYT500. I specialize in Āyurveda for addiction and know how closely related the recovery community and incarcerated populations are. I am looking forward to adding the Prison Yoga Project training into my toolbox. My
- [Reply To: Introductions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/reply-to-introductions-2/) - Hi all, I am Eleonora (She/Her), located in Westford MA. I am from Italy, I moved to US in 2012. I work as a yoga teacher and theater artist. Currently I teach yoga online and I am part of an Italian Theater Company. I am interested in the topic of yoga and trauma, having worked
- [Reply To: Introductions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/reply-to-introductions/) - Boozhoo (hello), my name is Susan Beaulieu and I live in central MN with my 4 children and my partner. I am Anishinaabe/Ojibwe and a citizen of the Red Lake Nation in northern MN. I work for the University of Minnesota Extension in Family Resiliency under a SAMHSA grant partnering with tribal communities in MN
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/reply/1013/) - Hello! My name is Bill Brown, and I am the current Executive Director of the Prison Yoga Project. I am here as one of your training facilitators. I have been working in prisons and jails bringing yoga and embodied mindfulness to incarcerated people since 2013, and I'm a contributing editor to the Yoga Service Council
## Groups
- [Membership Options](https://community.prisonyoga.org/plans/membership/)
- [Internal Memberships](https://community.prisonyoga.org/plans/internal-memberships/)
## Memberships
- [Spanish Training Enrollee](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/spanish-training-enrollee/)
- [2026 June YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/2026-june-ytt/)
- [Community Member](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/guest/)
- [Internal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/internal/)
- [Justice System Liaison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/justice-system-liaison/)
- [Ambassador](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/ambassador/)
- [Supporter](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/supporter/)
- [Building Resilience](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/building-resilience/)
- [2026 January YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/2026-january-ytt/)
- [2025 June YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/ytt-june-2025/)
- [Portuguese Foundational Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/portuguese-foundational-training-2022/)
- [2025 January YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/2025-january-ytt/)
- [YTT - July 2022](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/ytt-july-2022/)
- [YTT June 2021](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/ytt-june-2021/)
- [YTT Jan 2022](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/ytt-jan-2022/)
- [Webinar Guest](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/webinar-guest/)
- [Researcher](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/researcher/)
- [NL Training Enrollee](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/nl-training-enrollee/)
- [Give Back Yoga Guest Member](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/give-back-yoga/)
- [French Training Enrollee](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/french-training-enrollee/)
- [Facilitator](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/facilitator/)
- [Director](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/director/)
- [2024 June YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/2024-june-ytt/)
- [2024 January YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/2024-january-ytt/)
- [2023 June YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/2023-june-ytt/)
- [2023 January YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/2023-january-ytt/)
- [Foundational Training Enrollee](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/pyp-foundational-training-enrollee/)
- [Change from Within Enrollee](https://community.prisonyoga.org/register/change-from-within-enrollee/)
## Files
- [Certificate of Participation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/certificate-of-participation-2.docx/)
- [Individual Participant Tracking](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/individual-participant-tracking.xlsx/)
- [Trauma-Adapted Yoga as Interventions for Mental Health Staff in Correctional Settings - Goals, Objectives, and Expectations](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/trauma-adapted-yoga-as-interventions-for-mental-health-staff-in-correctional-settings-goals-objectives-and-expectations.pdf/)
- [Exploring the impact of trauma-adapted yoga in forensic psychiatry](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/exploring-the-impact-of-trauma-adapted-yoga-in-forensic-psychiatry.pdf/)
- [Training Manual](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/training-manual.pdf/)
- [FTW-6: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/ftw-6.pdf/)
- [Prison Yoga Project Facilitator Rubric](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/prison-yoga-project-facilitator-rubric.pdf/)
- [Data Collection Guidelines - UpShot](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/data-collection-guidelines-upshot.pdf/)
- [Prison Yoga Project Terms of Use](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/prison-yoga-project-terms-of-use.pdf/)
- [Practice Video Instructions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/practice-video-instructions.pdf/)
- [FTW-5: Self-Care and Somatic Tools for Non-Facilitators](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/ftw-5.pdf/)
- [FTW-4: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/ftw-4.pdf/)
- [FTW-3: Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/ftw-3.pdf/)
- [FTW-2: Experiencing Yoga and the Nervous System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/ftw-2.pdf/)
- [FTW-1 Exploring Embodied Identity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/fwt-1-slides.pdf/)
- [Brand Standards and Media Guidelines](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/brand-standards-and-media-guidelines.pdf/)
- [Website Privacy Policy - Prison Yoga Project](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/website-privacy-policy-prison-yoga-project.pdf/)
- [Recorded Trauma-Adapted Yoga Class Final Assignment 2023](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/recorded-trauma-adapted-yoga-class-final-assignment-2023.pdf/)
- [HMPPS 2023 Timeline](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/hmpps-2023-timeline.jpg/)
- [Yoga and Mindfulness Immersion Facilitator Guide](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-and-mindfulness-immersion-facilitator-guide.pdf/)
- [Yoga and Mindfulness Immersion Workbook - SATF Corcoran 2023](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-and-mindfulness-immersion-workbook-satf-corcoran-2023.pdf/)
- [YMI 8-Week Study Guide - SATF Corcoran 2023](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/ymi-8-week-study-guide-satf-corcoran-2023.pdf/)
- [Program Facilitation Guidelines](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/program-facilitation-guidelines.pdf/)
- [Links and Music from the Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/links-and-music-from-the-training.pdf/)
- [Recorded Trauma-Adapted Yoga Class Final Assignment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/recorded-trauma-adapted-yoga-class-final-assignment.pdf/)
- [PDT Program Proposal Template](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/pdt-program-proposal-template.pdf/)
- [Sample Program Flyer](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/sample-program-flyer.pdf/)
- [Sample Certificate for Program Completion](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/sample-certificate-for-program-completion.pdf/)
- [01 Intro to Practices](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/01-intro-to-practices.mp3/)
- [2023 JF Radcliffe Pollack: How Yoga Changes Mental Health in Correctional Facilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/2023-jf-radcliffe-pollack-how-yoga-changes-mental-health-in-correctional-facilities.pdf/)
- [Mindful UK Report](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/mindful-uk-report.pdf/)
- [2023 UK Training Timeline](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/2023-uk-training-timeline.pdf/)
- [Yoga for Improved Sleep - English](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-for-improved-sleep.pdf/)
- [Yoga for Immune System - English](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-for-immune-system-1.pdf/)
- [Yoga for Immune System Health - Youth - English](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-for-immune-system-health-youth.pdf/)
- [Yoga for Immune System Spanish - English](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-for-immune-system-spanish.pdf/)
- [Yoga for Improved Sleep - Spanish](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-for-improved-sleep-spanish.pdf/)
- [All Practice Handouts - ZIP file](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/practice-handouts.zip/)
- [Class Dynamics and TIY Principles (4/sheet)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/class-dynamics-and-tiy-principles-four-per-sheet.pdf/)
- [PYP Program Budget Template - 2022-02](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/pyp-program-budget-template-2-22.xlsx/)
- [Certificate of Completion Immersion Template](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/certificate-of-completion-immersion-template.docx/)
- [Certificate of Participation Template](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/certificate-of-participation-template.docx/)
- [Certificate of Participation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/certificate-of-participation.docx/)
- [PYP Youth Class Outline / Sample Class](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/pyp-youth-class-outline-sample-class.pdf/)
- [PYP Youth Activities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/pyp-youth-activities.xlsx/)
- [Facilitator Guidelines and Policies](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/facilitator-guidelines-and-policies.pdf/)
- [Returning to Programming Amid Covid](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/28396.pdf/)
- [Uttanasana / Forward Fold Nicole Half Way Lift](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/uttanasana-forward-fold-nicole-half-way-lift.jpg/)
- [Finding Your ACE Score](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/finding-your-ace-score.pdf/)
- [PYP YTT Code of Conduct-Ethics](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/pyp-ytt-code-of-conduct-ethics.pdf/)
- [Sukhasana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/sukhasana.jpg/)
- [James Shavasana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/james-shavasana.jpg/)
- [Chair Sitting Hands Thigh](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/chair-sitting-hands-thigh.jpg/)
- [Chanda Standing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/chanda-standing.HEIC/)
- [Yoga James](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-james.jpg/)
- [Chair Pose Salutation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/chair-pose-salutation.jpg/)
- [Where Trauma Hides Chakras](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/where-trauma-hides-chakras.pdf/)
- [Arch Sequence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/arch-sequence.pdf/)
- [Yoga and Mindfulness Immersion Workbook](https://community.prisonyoga.org/mp-files/yoga-and-mindfulness-immersion-workbook.pdf/)
## Calendars
- [PYP YTT Appointment Calendar](https://community.prisonyoga.org/calendar/pyp-ytt-appointment-calendar/) - [title] [when] [location] [description] [link newwindow="yes"]See more details[/link]
## Courses
- [Survival to Service: Breaking the Loop of Suffering and Harm](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/) - Get notified when enrollment opens. Survival to Service will launch soon. Sign up below to be notified when enrollment opens. Move Beyond Survival. Build a Life Guided by Choice and Purpose. When life has been shaped by stress, trauma, incarceration, or the justice system, familiar reactions can take over before there is time to choose
- [Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership: a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Certification Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/) - In this 200-hour yoga teacher certification training, participants will deepen their understanding of yoga and its transformative potential while gaining the skills and knowledge needed to become effective and compassionate yoga facilitators. By exploring the intersections of yoga with social justice and leadership, participants will be empowered to use yoga as a tool for personal
- [Building Resilience: A self-paced wellness program for professionals working in and alongside the criminal justice system](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/) - Stress is part of the job—but it doesn’t have to run your life. Working in correctional facilities, courts, reentry programs, law enforcement, advocacy, education, and community-based services can require constant vigilance, emotional control, and exposure to trauma. Over time, that stress can show up as tension, sleep disruption, irritability, emotional exhaustion, numbness, reactivity, or burnout.
- [Certificación básica: Yoga informado en trauma en contexto de encierro](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/) - ¡TOTALMENTE ASINCRÓNICA! Nos alegra profundamente que formes parte de esta formación creada para acercar prácticas de yoga sensibles, éticas y humanas a personas privadas de la libertad. A partir de hoy podrás iniciar este recorrido totalmente en línea, en español y a tu propio ritmo, acompañándote desde donde estés y respetando tus tiempos de aprendizaje.
- [Introduction to Prison Yoga Project](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/) - Thank you for choosing to support Prison Yoga Project. We recognize that every person who steps into this work brings their own lived experiences, identities, and personal journeys. Your presence and intention are valued. As a volunteer representing PYP in any capacity, you play an important part in sharing our mission and engaging others with
- [Foundational Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-2/) - About this Workshop Objective: Practical application to incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop will review the foundations of our approach to trauma-informed yoga discussed in FTW 4. Participants will have an opportunity to practice facilitating and giving
- [Foundational Training: Yoga Through the Lens of Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/) - This online training is an evolution of the popular in-person weekend training we have offered since 2010. More than 3,000 people have attended one of our training programs. Many have become facilitators leading yoga practices with incarcerated men, women, and youth; some have even started their own yoga service programs. We’ve had lawyers, therapists, social
- [Foundational Training - Certification](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-certification/) - Once you have completed the Foundational Training course and the Foundational Training Workshops, you may access your certificate here! What's next? Stay Connected and Continue Learning If you did not already have a membership on the PYP Community website, your enrollment in the course provided you with a free four-month Supporter membership. This level of
- [Foundational Training Workshops](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/) - Foundational Training Workshops Overview To complete PYP’s Foundational Training, participants must attend at least four two-hour workshops. We hold these workshops live online. Each workshop provides activities to promote self-reflection, opportunities to practice skills, and connection with other participants. If possible, we recommend attending the workshops in order. You may join the workshops out of order
- [Foundational Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/) - About this Workshop ***Please complete at least three practice videos before attending this workshop. Objective: incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop will review the foundations of our approach to trauma-informed yoga and discuss how more “mainstream” approaches
- [Foundational Training Workshop: Experiencing Yoga and the Nervous System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/) - About this Workshop Objective: learn how to communicate the function of the nervous system in an easy-to-understand and experiential way. This workshop explores yoga practice as a set of tools that allow us to communicate with our nervous system. We'll discuss the triune or three-part model of the brain and explore this in embodied experience
- [Foundational Training Workshop: Understanding Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/) - About this Workshop Objective: learn to recognize trauma, including signs of vicarious trauma, in the context of incarceration; articulate a simple plan for establishing an energetic boundary. This workshop reflects on the connection between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and future incarceration and the trauma experienced by incarcerated people and those who work in the system,
- [Foundational Training Workshop: Exploring Embodied Identity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/exploring-identity-bias-foundational-training-workshop-1/) - About this Workshop Objective: understand and experience interoceptive awareness in the context of personal and social identity. This workshop explores identity from an embodied perspective through a unique take on the classic "Circles of Myself" activity. We'll discuss how we experience our intersecting identities through our bodies and how we experience privilege and oppression. We'll
- [PYP Facilitator Onboarding](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/) - This is a private course for all PYP Facilitators and Coordinators. If you want to become a PYP Facilitator, the best place to start is to complete our Foundational Training and submit a Facilitator application. Goal: To prepare PYP Facilitators and Coordinators to uphold PYP Guidelines and expectations to provide impactful and sustainable programs. Estimated
- [Prison Yoga Project's Trauma-Informed Yoga ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/) - Online Segment To Be Completed Before In-Person Training
- [Change from Within: A Healing Centered Approach to Working with Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/) - This training will give you a solid foundation for understanding adolescents' anatomical, physiological, and emotional development. It will also provide an introduction to the juvenile justice system and encourage you to get to know more about how the system operates in your community. And it will introduce tools and best practices for adapting yoga for
- [Change from Within Workshop 4: Teaching Best Practices, Practice Teach, Community Building](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-workshop-2-starting-a-class-and-imagining-solutions-2-2/) - Please NoteThis workshop is for participants of the Change from Within training. If you are interested in taking this training, click the link to enroll. Objective: The final workshop will provide a chance to practice finding your own voice, teaching some games, and leading visualizations in small groups. First, we will look at some best
- [Prison Yoga Special Teacher Training - Leicester, England](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/) - September 9-10, 2023 Yoga Through the Lens of Trauma and Incarceration The Prison Yoga Project (prisonyoga.org) in collaboration with The Space to Breathe Collective (spacetobreathecollective.co.uk) is offering a special training for yoga teachers interested in sharing practices with people who have been impacted by trauma, including the incarcerated. This unique training involves a total of
- [Change from Within Workshop 1: Exploring Our Values/Recalling Adolescence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-workshop-1-exploring-our-values-recalling-adolescence/) - Please note:This workshop is for participants of the Change from Within training. If you are interested in taking this training, click the link to enroll. Objective: Recall our own adolescence to help us consider ways we can empathize with adolescents and the ways we can show up to support. This workshop will begin with a
- [Change from Within Workshop 2: Starting a Class and Imagining Solutions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-workshop-2-starting-a-class-and-imagining-solutions/) - Please NoteThis workshop is for participants of the Change from Within training. If you are interested in taking this training, click the link to enroll. Objective: Consider ways to make class agreements and discuss possible challenges and responses that might come up during a class. This workshop will begin with a short practice followed by
- [Change from Within Workshop 3: Restorative Circles, Mindfulness, Reactivity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-workshop-2-starting-a-class-and-imagining-solutions-2/) - Please NoteThis workshop is for participants of the Change from Within training. If you are interested in taking this training, click the link to enroll. Objective: Learn and practice some of the basics of restorative circles; discuss and practice mindfulness; learn to recognize our triggers. This workshop will continue the conversation around trauma-informed practices by
- [Change from Within - Certification](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-certification/) - Once you have completed the Change from Within course and Change from Within workshops, you may access your certificate here! What's next? Stay Connected and Continue Learning If you did not already have a membership on the PYP Community website, your enrollment in the course provided you a free four-month Supporter membership. This level of support gives
- [PYP Program Development Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/) - Please NoteThis is a private course available to PYP Facilitators and Coordinators. If you are interested in becoming a PYP Facilitator, the best place to start is to complete our Foundational Training and submitting an application to become a PYP Facilitator. Goal: To prepare PYP Facilitators to develop new PYP programs. Estimated Time: 3-5 hours
- [Book Club: My Grandmother's Hands](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/) - "My Grandmother's Hands will change the direction of the movement for racial justice."— Robin DiAngelo, New York Times bestselling author of White Fragility Prison Yoga Project: My Grandmother’s Hands book club allows participants to further reflect on the words of author Resmaa Menakem through the lens of yoga and incarceration. This is an opportunity for
## Lessons
- [Reflection and Integration Guides](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-and-integration-guides/) - Throughout this course you will have the opportunity to complete reflection and integration activities. These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive. You are welcome to write or journal as little or as much as you like. There
- [Welcome](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/welcome-2/) - This course has the potential to profoundly change the way you understand yourself and your life. It can help you recognize the patterns you've developed to cope with or survive the challenging events and circumstances you’ve faced. These patterns may have caused, and may still be causing, you suffering. As you uncover them, you may
- [When You Need Additional Support](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/when-you-need-additional-support/) - If you are in immediate danger or experiencing suicidal thoughts: Call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 988 This is a free, confidential, 24/7 service connecting you with trained crisis counselors. You can also chat online at: 988lifeline.org The practices in this course are intended to support self-awareness, stress management, and personal well-being.
- [Navigating this Course](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/navigating-this-course/) - This course is designed to be completed over approximately eight weeks. The practices and skills build on one another, and their benefits tend to deepen and become more lasting with continued practice. For this reason, we encourage you to move through the course at a steady pace, about one section per week, and give yourself
- [Reflection: Survival Mode](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-survival-mode/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: Coming Back to the Body](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-coming-back-to-the-body/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: Shifting Your State](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-shifting-your-state/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: Seeing Clearly](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-seeing-clearly/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: Patterns, Conditioning, and Choice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-patterns-conditioning-and-choice/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: Harm, Impact, and Empathy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-harm-impact-and-empathy/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: Living in Service](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-living-in-service/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: After the Program: Where I Am Now?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/reflection-after-the-program-where-i-am-now/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Reflection: Self-Compassion, Forgiveness, and Responsibility](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/reflection-self-compassion-forgiveness-and-responsibility/) - These prompts offer an opportunity to personalize the material and integrate what you are discovering about yourself. Your answers do not need to be extensive, though you are welcome to write or journal as much as you like. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. You are not required to share anything
- [Breaking the Loop: The Space Where Choice Begins](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/breaking-the-loop-the-space-where-choice-begins/) - At first, many of our patterns happen outside our awareness. We may not notice the trigger, the body reaction, the thought or story, the impulse, or the moment when action begins. We may recognize the pattern only afterward, when we are facing the consequences. At this stage, we are caught in a loop without realizing
- [How Survival Mode Clouds Perception](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/how-survival-mode-clouds-perception/) - In the first chapter of this workbook, “Survival Mode,” we learned that the body can react before we are able to think. In “Coming Home to the Body,” we learned to notice sensations, breath, tension, and emotional signals as the first step toward moving out of survival mode. In “Taking Control,” we learned that we
- [Your Nervous System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/your-nervous-system/) - Before we know which tools to apply, we first need to understand what outcome we are trying to create. Embodied awareness enables us to assess our current state so we can recognize what kind of shift the nervous system may need. What signals are we receiving from the body, and what are those signals telling
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-9/)
- [Gratitude and Appreciation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/gratitude-and-appreciation/) - Gratitude helps us notice what is good, meaningful, or supportive in life. It does not deny pain. It does not erase grief, regret, injustice, or loss. Gratitude simply helps the mind and body remember that difficulty is not the whole story. Gratitude can strengthen resilience because it trains attention toward support, connection, and possibility. It
- [Relationships and Co-Regulation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/relationships-and-co-regulation/) - We affect each other, often without being aware of it. When someone near us is tense, aggressive, unpredictable, or shut down, our own body may react. When someone is steady, respectful, and present, we may begin to feel safer. This is called co-regulation. When we have practiced regulating ourselves, we help regulate one another through
- [Key Takeaways: Living In Service](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/key-takeaways-living-in-service/) - Service begins with daily choices that reduce harm and increase care. Self-regulation supports relationships because our nervous systems affect one another. Resilience means returning to steadiness after difficulty and learning from what happened. Growth after hardship does not make experiencing trauma beneficial , but it does show that healing and transformation are possible. Values become
- [Carrying the Practice Forward](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/carrying-the-practice-forward/) - This course may end, but the practice continues. Understanding the topics in this book and engaging in the practices can help strip away layers of old conditioned patterns and harmful ways of acting toward yourself and others. With persistent practice you can bring about personal change and more readily access aspects of your own true
- [Practice (Grounding): Gratitude for Support](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-grounding-gratitude-for-support/) - This practice helps build awareness of support, connection, and appreciation. It can be used at the beginning or end of the day, after a difficult moment, or when you feel disconnected from purpose. Instructions Find a steady position and take a few breaths. Let your attention come back to your body. Notice the support beneath
- [Practice (Reflection): Values and Service Map](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-reflection-values-and-service-map/) - This written reflection can help you connect your values to daily choices and possible pathways for service. It is especially useful near the end of this program because it asks you to bring together awareness, regulation, accountability, and action. Instructions Begin by taking a few breaths and settling your attention. Notice your body. Notice your
- [Pathways for Service and Repair](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/pathways-for-service-and-repair/) - Service can happen in many ways. Some pathways are direct. Others are indirect. Some happen inside prison or jail. Others may happen after release. Some are connected to family, community, or mentorship. Others are connected to the impact of harm caused in the past. When thinking about people you have harmed, it is important to
- [Living Your Values](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/living-your-values/) - Values are the qualities we want to live by. They help guide our choices when emotions are strong, pressure is high, or old patterns resurface. Values are not just ideas; they become real through behavior. You may value honesty, but honesty becomes real when you tell the truth even when it is uncomfortable. You may
- [Growth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/growth/) - Growth builds on resilience by inviting us to change how we understand ourselves, our relationships, and our values. In the mid-1990s, psychologists Richard Tedeschi and Lawrence Calhoun developed the concept of post-traumatic growth to describe the positive changes that can occur after deeply difficult experiences. Post-traumatic growth does not mean trauma is good, that suffering
- [Practice (Integration): One Pause for Self and Others](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-integration-one-pause-for-self-and-others/) - This short practice helps you apply the work of the program to daily life. It can be used before a conversation, after a stressful moment, when you notice a strong impulse, or anytime you want to reconnect with the affirmation: “I can live in a way that supports myself and others.” Instructions Find a position
- [Resilience](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/resilience/) - Resilience is the ability to recover from difficulty. It does not mean we never struggle. It means we keep finding ways to return to steadiness after stress, conflict, grief, trauma, or disappointment. We learn to bend without breaking. You have been building resilience through practice. Each time you noticed sensations arising in your body instead
- [From Survival to Service](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/from-survival-to-service/) - This program began with survival mode: how the body and nervous system respond when we feel threatened, overwhelmed, ashamed, angry, or unsafe. We learned that many reactions happen before clear thought is possible, and that survival responses can appear as fight, flight, freeze, or shutdown. From there, we practiced returning to the body, using sensation,
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-8/)
- [Intention and Impact](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/intention-and-impact/) - When we talk about harm, we often focus on intention: “I didn’t mean it that way,” “I wasn’t trying to hurt anyone,” or “That was not my intention.” Intention matters. Planned harm is different from harm caused in a reactive moment, through carelessness, or by an unconscious pattern. Understanding intention can help us see what
- [Ways We Avoid Facing Impact](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/ways-we-avoid-facing-impact/) - When facing impact feels painful, we may protect ourselves by avoiding the truth. These reactions are common because facing harm can feel threatening. The work is not to attack ourselves for having these reactions, but to notice them before they take over. Common forms of avoidance include: Minimizing: “It wasn’t that bad.” Blaming: “They made
- [Key Takeaways: Harm, Impact, and Empathy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/key-takeaways-harm-impact-and-empathy/) - Survival responses can make accountability difficult, but they do not excuse harmful behavior. Personal responsibility means looking honestly at how our actions affect others, ourselves, our families, and our communities. Non-harming, or ahimsa, is not about perfection. It is a commitment to cause less harm and live with greater awareness. Regulation helps create the conditions
- [Becoming Available for Service](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/becoming-available-for-service/) - When we become accountable without collapsing into shame, we become more available to others. We can listen more honestly, acknowledge impact without immediately defending ourselves, repair where repair is possible, and respect boundaries where repair is not possible. Service begins with the decision to live differently: pausing before reacting, speaking honestly, listening without defending, caring
- [Accountability Is a Practice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/accountability-is-a-practice/) - Accountability is not a single feeling, statement, or moment. Like yoga practice, it takes repetition. Accountability includes: telling the truth to ourselves noticing defensiveness regulating instead of shutting down learning of the impact on another person changing behavior repairing what can be repaired accepting consequences acting differently going forward In this way, accountability becomes a
- [Practice (Reflection): Mapping Impact and Empathy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-reflection-mapping-impact-and-empathy/) - This practice helps you look honestly at a situation where your actions caused harm. The goal is not self-punishment or shame. The goal is to see clearly, take responsibility, and consider how another person may have been affected. Choose one situation you can reflect on without becoming overwhelmed. If you feel flooded, numb, defensive, or
- [Empathy: Letting Another Person Be Real](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/empathy-letting-another-person-be-real/) - Empathy is the ability to understand and share another person’s feelings, thoughts, and point of view. It is the ability to recognize another person’s experience, even when it is different from our own. It involves being able to feel what another person might feel. When we are hurt, defensive, ashamed, angry, or afraid, our attention
- [Circles of Harm](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/circles-of-harm/) - Harm often moves in more than one direction. To understand impact clearly, it can help to look at several circles of harm: [Graphic: Circles of Harm (Self, Others, Family, Community) \ Harm Caused and Harm Endured] Harm may include harm we caused others, harm we caused ourselves, harm experienced by families or communities, harm we
- [Practice (Grounding): Grounding Before Accountability](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-grounding-grounding-before-accountability/) - This short practice can help settle your nervous system before reflecting on harm, impact, or responsibility. Defensiveness, shame, fear, anger, numbness, or shutdown may arise when we look honestly at our actions. Grounding does not help us avoid accountability; it helps us stay present enough to see clearly, take responsibility, and remain connected to our
- [From Self-Protection to Connection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/from-self-protection-to-connection/) - In everyday life, many conflicts cannot be resolved through automatic self-protection and a physical response. They require listening, accountability, and connection. When our survival response is highly active, we are more likely to react automatically. We may defend, deny, blame, minimize, or shut down. We may become so focused on our own fear, anger, or
- [Non-Harming](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/non-harming/) - In previous chapters, we learned that survival responses can take over before we can think clearly. We practiced returning to the body, regulating the nervous system, seeing more clearly, and recognizing the patterns that shape our choices. Now we turn toward personal responsibility and accountability: looking honestly at how our actions affect others, ourselves, our
- [Key Takeaways: Patterns, Conditioning, and Choice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/key-takeaways-patterns-conditioning-and-choice/) - Many patterns are learned survival responses shaped by repetition, conditioning, relationships, culture, and environment. A pattern is not who you are. It is something you learned, practiced, and can begin to change. Patterns often follow a loop: trigger → body reaction → thought or story → impulse → action → consequence → reinforced pattern. The
- [Practice (Embodied Awareness): Pause and Choose](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-embodied-awareness-pause-and-choose/) - This short embodied awareness practice helps you notice the beginning of a familiar pattern and interrupt it before it turns into automatic action. Through grounding, breathing, and a simple phrase, you practice remembering that choice is possible. Choose a mild version of a familiar pattern. Do not choose a situation that feels overwhelming, traumatic, or
- [Male-Role Beliefs, Family, and Relationships](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/male-role-beliefs-family-and-relationships/) - Something important to reflect upon is how you were influenced in your life to think and act like a man, including the messages you have received about what it means to be a man. These may have come from family, neighborhoods, schools, institutions, media, religion, or the streets. Some are spoken directly. Others are learned
- [Practice (Reflection): Mapping a Pattern](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-reflection-mapping-a-pattern/) - This reflection practice helps you study a recurring pattern with honesty and self-compassion. Choose one pattern that feels safe enough to examine. Do not choose the most painful or traumatic pattern in your life. The goal is not to attack yourself or force yourself to face more than you can handle. The goal is to
- [Substance Use as a Coping Pattern](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/substance-use-as-a-coping-pattern/) - Substance use is one of the clearest examples of how a pattern can develop. Like other patterns, it often begins as an attempt to cope. A person may feel shame, grief, boredom, loneliness, unworthiness, anger, physical pain, or the return of a painful memory. The nervous system becomes activated, and the mind creates a thought
- [The Pattern Loop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/the-pattern-loop/) - A pattern often unfolds in a sequence: Trigger → Body Reaction → Impulse → Action → Consequence A trigger is something that sets off a reaction. It might be something someone says, a certain look, a memory, a tone of voice, a feeling of rejection, boredom, shame, stress, or physical pain. Next comes the body
- [“Why Do I Keep Doing the Same Thing?”](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/why-do-i-keep-doing-the-same-thing/) - So far, we have explored how the body and nervous system scan for safety and danger, shifting us into survival states when we perceive a threat or feel overwhelmed. We have practiced noticing sensations, breathing, tension, energy, and emotions so we can recognize what is happening within us before we react. We have also seen
- [Key Takeaways: Seeing Clearly](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/key-takeaways-seeing-clearly/) - When we are activated or shut down, we may not see ourselves, others, or situations clearly. Survival mode can make us see a threat when it may be a misunderstanding, uncertainty, or old pain. Shutdown can cloud perception by making it harder to notice what is happening, how we feel, or how our behavior affects
- [Returning to Clarity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/returning-to-clarity/) - Seeing clearly does not mean we always know the truth right away. It means we are learning to pause, return to the present moment, and look again. When we are activated, shutdown, caught in the past, or worried about the future, our perception can become clouded. The body may react strongly, and the mind may
- [Practice (Present-Moment Awareness): Bringing the Mind Back](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-present-moment-awareness-bringing-the-mind-back/) - This practice combines movement and breath to bring attention back to the present moment. Pairing movement with breathing gives the mind something steady to follow and connects us to the flow of time. The practice begins with simple arm movements coordinated with the breath. Then, for more physical engagement, you can explore a Warrior I
- [Avidya and Vidya](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/avidya-and-vidya/) - Yoga philosophy uses the words Avidya and Vidya to describe two ways of seeing. Avidya means not seeing clearly. It happens when fear, anger, shame, craving, memory, or assumption clouds our perception. In Avidya, we may confuse our story with reality. We may feel certain someone is rejecting us, disrespecting us, judging us, or trying
- [Practice (Reflection): Imagination and the Body](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-reflection-imagination-and-the-body/) - Living in psychological time can cause us to suffer not only mentally and emotionally but physically as well. The body can respond to a memory, fear, or imagined future as though it is happening right now. Instructions For this practice, bring to mind a recent argument, loss, threat, or future concern. Choose something manageable, not
- [Past, Future, and the Present Moment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/past-future-and-the-present-moment/) - Eckhart Tolle, in The Power of Now, describes what he calls “psychological time”: the mind’s tendency to leave the present moment and become caught in the past through regret, resentment, guilt, or old pain—or in the future through anxiety, worry, anticipation, or fantasy. Tolle identifies this attachment to the past and future as a root
- [Misperception: The Story We Add](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/misperception-the-story-we-add/) - When a situation happens often the mind creates a story about what it means. Sometimes the story is accurate. Sometimes it is not. Seeing clearly means learning to pause long enough to tell the difference. Someone looks at us a certain way, and the mind says, He disrespects me. Someone does not answer our message,
- [Key Takeaways: Shifting Your State](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/key-takeaways-shifting-your-state/)
- [Practice and Real Life](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-and-real-life/)
- [Practice (Grounding): Grounding in a Chair](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-grounding-grounding-in-a-chair/)
- [Practice (Balancing): Bouncing Side to Side](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-balancing-bouncing-side-to-side/)
- [Energizing When You Feel Down](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/energizing-when-you-feel-down/)
- [Grounding When You Feel Overwhelmed](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/grounding-when-you-feel-overwhelmed/)
- [Practice (Balancing): Shake It Out](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-balancing-shake-it-out/)
- [Losing Ourselves Through Dissociation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/losing-ourselves-through-dissociation/) - In the last chapter, we introduced the idea that many of our reactions happen automatically. When we feel threatened, stressed, ashamed, angry, or overwhelmed, our body can react before we are consciously aware of what is causing the response. This is especially true for people who have experienced chronic stress, trauma, violence, or instability whose
- [Key Takeaways: Coming Home to the Body](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/coming-home-to-the-body-key-takeaways/) - When we experience chronic stress, trauma, violence, instability, addiction, or incarceration, disconnecting from the body may become a way to survive. Dissociation can protect us in difficult situations, but over time it can also cause us to lose touch with important internal signals. When we are disconnected from the body, we may not notice stress,
- [Exploring Loud and Quiet Sensations](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/exploring-loud-and-quiet-sensations/) - If subtle sensations feel difficult to access or seem distant, it can be helpful to begin with practices that generate stronger sensations, such as Chair Pose or other postures or movements that create greater muscular engagement and a more obvious physical response. As you become more comfortable noticing stronger sensations, you can gradually explore subtler
- [Practice: Diaphragmatic Breathing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-diaphragmatic-breathing/) - Diaphragmatic breathing, sometimes called soft belly breathing, is a practice that encourages fuller, slower breaths by allowing the breath to expand into the abdomen rather than remaining shallow in the chest. This style of breathing can help calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and create a greater sense of grounding and ease. By engaging the
- [Feeling Without Becoming Overwhelmed](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/feeling-without-becoming-overwhelmed/) - Sometimes people avoid embodied awareness because they are afraid of what they might feel. That fear makes sense because trauma, grief, anger, fear, and shame can all be carried in the body. When we slow down and begin paying attention, difficult emotions, sensations, or memories may sometimes arise. This is why we practice gradually, deliberately,
- [Your Nervous System Adapts](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/your-nervous-system-adapts/) - If you have experienced dissociation for some time, it may be difficult to notice subtle sensations. When we do not regularly use certain pathways in our nervous system, they can become less responsive. The encouraging news is that the nervous system can change through practice. Like strengthening a muscle, the more we engage these capacities,
- [Practice: Effortless Effort in Chair Pose](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-effortless-effort-in-chair-pose/) - Chair Pose can generate strong and immediate sensations in the body. In this practice, you intentionally engage large muscle groups to invite a mild stress response. You have the freedom to explore how intense you would like the practice to become and how long you wish to remain in the posture. Most importantly, Chair Pose
- [Effortless Effort](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/effortless-effort/) - An essential theme in yoga is the idea of effortless effort. This concept involves recognizing and appreciating the effort required during physically demanding poses and movements while simultaneously cultivating a sense of steadiness and calm in the mind. This principle is also a cornerstone of Taoist nonaggressive martial arts practices such as tai chi, qigong,
- [Practice: Feeling Sensations in the Hands](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-feeling-sensations-in-the-hands/) - A practice you can do almost anywhere, without anyone else noticing, is simply paying attention to the sensations in your hands. Our hands are incredibly sensitive and capable of precise movement. To perform delicate tasks, the brain relies on constant feedback about pressure, position, and motion. Because of this, the hands contain many nerves and
- [The Body as an Anchor to the Present Moment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/the-body-as-an-anchor-to-the-present-moment/) - One reason embodied awareness is so important is that the body exists in the present moment. Thoughts can pull us into the past or the future. We replay conversations. We imagine threats. We worry about what might happen. We relive painful experiences. Sensations, however, are happening now: the feeling of your feet on the floor,
- [Embodied Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/embodied-awareness/) - Embodied awareness is the capacity to notice what we are feeling in our bodies, emotions, and thoughts. It is an awareness of our total experience and our place in the world. We develop this capacity by focusing on our present-moment experience and allowing ourselves to feel it without judgment, evaluation, or the need to immediately
- [Survival Mode Key Takeaways](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/survival-mode-key-takeaways/)
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-7/)
- [Built for Survival](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/built-for-survival/) - All life has evolved with one primary purpose: survival. Life first appeared on Earth more than 3.7 billion years ago. Over those billions of years, our ancestors’ ability to survive was tested again and again. The fact that you are here today means your ancestors were remarkably successful at surviving—and so are you. For most
- [“Why do I keep reacting this way?”](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/why-do-i-keep-reacting-this-way/) - Many of us have had experiences where we react to a situation without thinking. We might explode with anger, shut down completely, or reach for something we believe will help us escape. When this happens, we may become tense, short-tempered, or explosive. We may yell or lash out. In these moments, we are no longer
- [Expanding Awareness and Building Choice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/expanding-awareness-and-building-choice/) - One goal of yoga and mindfulness practice is to help us become more aware of what is happening inside us. This is often called embodied awareness: the ability to notice physical sensations, emotions, thoughts, tension, and stress reactions as they arise in the body. Many survival reactions happen quickly and automatically. Often, we do not
- [Section Takeaways](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/section-takeaways/) - “My reactions make sense to me.” Your nervous system is designed to protect you and help you survive. Fight, flight, freeze, fawn, and shutdown are automatic survival responses—not character flaws. Chronic stress, trauma, violence, and instability can condition the body to stay in survival mode even when no immediate danger is present. Living in survival
- [Self-Compassion: Learning to Work With Yourself Instead of Against Yourself](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/self-compassion-learning-to-work-with-yourself-instead-of-against-yourself/) - Many people who live in survival mode become extremely hard on themselves. You may judge yourself for your reactions, your mistakes, the harm you have caused, or the experiences you have been through. You may believe being harsh with yourself will help you stay in control or prevent future mistakes. But constant self-criticism often keeps
- [Practice: Stepping on the Gas and Applying the Brakes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/practice-stepping-on-the-gas-and-applying-the-brakes/) - This short practice helps you notice the natural movement between activation and settling in your nervous system. You may feel mild increases in heart rate, breathing, warmth, or energy, followed by a gradual return to steadiness and ease. It can be useful when you feel restless, unfocused, agitated, or sluggish because it helps release excess
- [Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn, and Shutdown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/survival-to-service/lessons/fight-flight-freeze-fawn-and-shutdown/) - When we’re in a survival response, our reactions tend to fall into five common patterns. [icons for each of the responses] Fight Description: Trying to protect yourself through aggression, control, anger, intimidation, or confrontation. Common Experiences: Anger, irritability, frustration, rage, impulsive reactions. Flight Description: Trying to escape danger, avoid conflict, stay constantly busy, or mentally
- [Code of Conduct and Ethics Agreement](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/code-of-conduct-and-ethics-agreement/) - Please read the following "Code of Conduct and Ethics Agreement" carefully. Once you have reviewed the document, sign below to acknowledge your understanding and acceptance. After signing, a copy will be provided for your records, and PYP will retain a signed copy for its files. If you experience difficulty reading this document online, you may
- [¡Felicidades! Has llegado al final de este curso](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/felicidades-has-llegado-al-final-de-este-curso/) - Quizá ahora te estés preguntando, ¿qué sigue?, ¿cómo aplicar lo aprendido? Aquí te ofrecemos varias opciones: Si deseas profundizar sobre lo aprendido y compartirlo en tiempo real personas privadas de la libertad, te invitamos a integrarte a un Grupo de Estudio en línea en el que podrás practicar y repasar los temas vistos. Para ello, es
- [Schedule & Facilitate Your Final Practicum](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/schedule-facilitate-your-final-practicum/) - For your final movement project, we ask that you prepare a full trauma-informed sequence 25-35 minutes in length. Follow the link below to secure your class time. Feel free to invite guests to attend your final class!! Link to Appointment Calendar Your 25-35 Minute final sequence will be evaluated by the facilitators of this program.
- [Next Steps](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/next-steps-2/) - You have completed the Introduction to Prison Yoga Project Training—congratulations! Your Volunteer Agreement has been sent to your email. If you would like to explore PYP volunteer positions, please visit our Become a Volunteer page. Follow Prison Yoga Project on Instagram (@prisonyogaproject) and subscribe to our Newsletter to stay connected. If you have any additional
- [Closing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/closing/) - Yoga service within the carceral system is both an act of compassion and a call to justice. Through understanding trauma, inequity, and embodied healing, volunteers can represent PYP in ways that honor the people we serve and the values we uphold. Wherever you volunteer—online, in conversation, or in community—remember that the work begins within.
- [Next Steps](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/next-steps/) - You have completed the Introduction to Prison Yoga Project Training - congratulations! Your signed Volunteer Agreement has been sent to your email. If you would like to explore PYP volunteer positions, please visit our Become a Volunteer page. Follow Prison Yoga Project on Instagram (@prisonyogaproject) and subscribe to our Newsletter to stay connected. If you
- [Healing Harm](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/healing-harm/) - Unresolved trauma can lead to disconnection and harm—both self-directed and outward. Healing begins when people can safely reconnect with their bodies.
- [Mindfulness and Embodied Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/mindfulness-and-embodied-awareness/) - Mindfulness is about noticing what’s happening right now—without judgment. For many participants, this simple awareness becomes a life-changing skill. PYP emphasizes interoception—awareness of physical sensations—as an anchor. This helps individuals interrupt automatic reactions, increase self-awareness, and make more conscious choices.
- [Extending Healing to Correctional Staff](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/extending-healing-to-correctional-staff/) - The prison environment impacts everyone within it—including correctional officers. High stress, trauma exposure, and lack of wellness support contribute to burnout, health problems, and reduced safety for all. PYP extends yoga programs to staff to support regulation, compassion, and community well-being.
- [The Science of Regulation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/the-science-of-regulation/) - Yoga directly supports healing from trauma by helping the body shift from fight or flight into rest and restoration—activating the parasympathetic nervous system. For people who have lived in prolonged survival mode, these experiences of calm and safety can be transformative. Befriending the Body When trauma disconnects people from their bodies, yoga helps rebuild that
- [Mental Health and Addiction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/mental-health-and-addiction/) - Why This Matters Jails and prisons have become America’s largest mental health institutions. Many people who need care instead receive punishment. Breaking the CycleMore than half of people in state prisons experience a diagnosable mental illness, and two-thirds struggle with substance use disorder. Punitive environments often worsen these conditions. Trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness provide alternative
- [Volunteer Values & Commitments](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/volunteer-values-commitments/) - As a volunteer supporting Prison Yoga Project, I recognize that I am representing an organization grounded in compassion, dignity, and healing. This agreement affirms my commitment to embodying the values shared in this training, to engaging in this work with awareness and integrity, and to following all guidelines associated with my volunteer role, including those
- [Karma Yoga and Service](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/karma-yoga-and-service/) - Yoga service—also called Karma Yoga—is the intentional sharing of yoga practices to reduce suffering and foster healing, without attachment to outcomes. PYP’s work is grounded in serving, not helping: Helping implies a hierarchy: “I have something you need.” Serving recognizes equality: “We heal together.”
- [An Ongoing Practice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/an-ongoing-practice/) - Representing PYP means continually returning to this inner work: noticing what arises in you meeting it with curiosity rather than judgment grounding in your own practices of care staying open to being shaped by what you encounter practicing a non-hierarchical relationship between facilitator and participant When we do this, our service becomes an extension of
- [Conscious Relationship and Authentic Service](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/conscious-relationship-and-authentic-service/) - Showing up for this work begins with awareness - of our own biases, privileges, and wounds. Conscious relationship means acknowledging social realities—like racism, sexism, and classism—while engaging with humility and empathy. We serve not by trying to fix others, but by honoring their wholeness and our own. We serve when we listen deeply. We serve
- [How Trauma-Informed Yoga Differs from Mainstream Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/how-trauma-informed-yoga-differs-from-mainstream-yoga/) - Trauma-Informed Yoga (TIY) differs from public studio yoga in important ways: Invitational language is used (“When you’re ready, you might explore…”). Physical adjustments are not used. Movement cues are offered as suggestions, not commands. Modifications are integrated into every pose and offered to all participants. Choice and agency are emphasized throughout the class. Classes balance
- [Understanding Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/understanding-trauma/) - Why This Matters Trauma is a central thread in the lives of many people before, during, and after incarceration. Volunteers do not need deep clinical knowledge but should understand trauma’s basic impact. The Body Remembers Bessel van der Kolk writes: “Trauma is not the story of something awful that happened in the past, but the
- [Systemic Inequities that Intersect with Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/systemic-inequities-that-intersect-with-incarceration/) - Why This Matters Incarceration in the U.S. cannot be understood without acknowledging systemic inequities. Intersections of Inequality Black, Latinx, and Native American people are overrepresented in prisons. Women—especially women of color and LGBTQ+ individuals—are the fastest-growing incarcerated populations. Many people, especially incarcerated women are also survivors of trauma or abuse. These inequities are rooted in
- [The Power of Language](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/the-power-of-language/) - Why Words Matter Language shapes how we see and treat others. Terms like “inmate,” “convict,” or “offender” can reduce a person to a label. At PYP, we encourage the use of person-first language—such as “people who are incarcerated,” “participants,” and “facilitators”—to affirm equality and humanity. At times, we also use the term “incarcerated people”, for
- [The Big Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/the-big-picture/) - Why This Matters To represent PYP well, volunteers need to understand the context in which we work. The United States makes up about 4% of the world’s population yet holds nearly 16% of the world’s incarcerated people—roughly 2 million individuals on any given day. Behind these numbers are human beings navigating profoundly stressful environments. Understanding
- [Navigating the Program](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/navigating-the-program-and-practice-resources/) - This program is divided into six sections, each containing a set of lessons. You can explore at your own pace. Use the menu on the left to jump between lessons. When you've completed a lesson, click "Mark Complete" to move to the next lesson. The LaunchPad To make it easier to access the practices in
- [Exploring Embodied Identity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/exploring-embodied-identity/) - About this Workshop Objective: understand and experience interoceptive awareness in the context of personal and social identity. This workshop explores identity from an embodied perspective through a unique take on the classic "Circles of Myself" activity. We'll discuss how we experience our intersecting identities through our bodies and how we experience privilege and oppression. We'll
- [Facilitating Trauma-Informed Yoga - Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/facilitating-trauma-informed-yoga-part-2/) - About this Workshop Objective: learn somatic tools for self-regulation and co-regulation that can be used in any setting. This workshop will cover simple practices that can support self-regulation: calming the nervous system, returning to the capacity window, and taking a beat. We will also discuss some tools for co-regulation: reaching out to a trusted person
- [Facilitating Trauma-Informed Yoga - Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/facilitating-trauma-informed-yoga-part-1/) - About this Workshop ***Please complete at least three practice videos before attending this workshop. Objective: incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice. This workshop will explore the foundations of our approach to trauma-informed yoga and how more “mainstream” approaches can be adapted to be more trauma-informed. We will discuss cueing
- [Understanding Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration/) - About this Workshop Objective: learn to recognize trauma, including signs of vicarious trauma, in the context of incarceration; articulate a simple plan for establishing an energetic boundary. This workshop reflects on the connection between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and future incarceration and the trauma experienced by incarcerated people and those who work in the system,
- [Experiencing Yoga and the Nervous System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/experiencing-yoga-and-the-nervous-system/) - About this Workshop Objective: learn how to communicate the function of the nervous system in an easy-to-understand and experiential way. This workshop explores yoga practice as a set of tools that allow us to communicate with our nervous system. We'll discuss the triune or three-part model of the brain and explore this in embodied experience
- [Choosing the Right Practice for the Moment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/choosing-the-right-practice-for-the-moment/) - The practices in this program aren’t one-size-fits-all. They support different needs: To settle To wake up To release tension To reconnect with your body The key is learning to match the practice to your current state. Step 1: Notice Where You Are Before choosing a practice, pause and check in: Am I anxious or activated?
- [Mindfulness, the Brain, and Building Resilience](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/mindfulness-and-the-mid-prefrontal-cortex-mpfc/) - In this lesson, we explore a vital part of your brain for managing stress and building resilience:the mid-prefrontal cortex (MPFC). Located just behind your forehead, the prefrontal cortex is often called the brain’s control center.It helps you: Plan and make decisions Reflect before acting Regulate your emotions Stay connected and engaged with others The mid-prefrontal
- [The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/the-autonomic-nervous-system-ans/) - In this section, we’ll explore the science behind the nervous system and how it affects your well-being — especially in high-stress, trauma-exposed environments. At the center of this discussion is the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). The system that plays a key role in how your body handles — and recovers from — stress. What Is
- [Freeze](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/freeze/) - Alongside the more commonly known fight and flight responses, and less well-known fawn response, there’s another vital survival strategy: freeze. The freeze response occurs when the nervous system senses overwhelming threat — and determines that fighting, fleeing, or appeasing won’t keep you safe. What Freeze Looks and Feels Like Freeze is a form of protective
- [Conscious Relationship and Authentic Service Introduction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/conscious-relationship-and-authentic-service-introduction/)
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-9/) - Image: Robert Fludd As Above, so below Connective tissue is the most present substance in our bodies. Some form of connective tissue makes up all of who we physically are. From the structure of our bones to the texture of our skin and every layer in between, we are all constructed of these organic materials.
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-7/)
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-6/) - The philosopher Plato offered the Allegory of The Cave to offer a perspective of “his belief that the world revealed by our senses is not the real world but only a poor copy of it, and that the real world can only be apprehended intellectually”. Intellectually, without assumptions and without bias or distraction. As we
- [Submit Final Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/submit-final-yama-niyama-reflection-2/) - Invitation to Share Your Final Reflection Throughout this program, we explored the Yamas and Niyamas, trauma-informed yoga practices, and philosophies to support your growth as a facilitator and your personal yoga journey. As we near the conclusion of this training, we invite you to reflect on what resonated most with you and share your final
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-13/)
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-13/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-14/) - Our service is in our ability to offer a safe and beneficial sequence of practice. It is also our ability to see those who present to our shared yoga space and dedicate our time to each individual who arrives. We show compassion and empathy, understanding that each participant is their best teacher, and we do
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-13/) - This module will explore definitions of support. From supportive efforts for yourself like prioritizing preventative self care and taking needed time to recover from illness and injury to sharing tools for others to do the same, building a healthy community can begin with a foundation of support.
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-10/)
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-12/)
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-12/)
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-11/) - Observing your unique rhythm is a powerful tool to begin to build personal connection. By understanding each individual has their own breath and heartbeat and offering opportunities to “check-in” with this uniqueness as a method of instructing mind-body awareness, we allow the individual to directly observe how their own body operates, reacts, and recovers. Let
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-11/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-11/) - With any deep dive, there is always concern of resurfacing too quickly, being ill prepared to re-acclimate, and succumbing to “the bends”. This is true for practicing yoga as well. As we take time to dive into our history to discover and uncover where embodied trauma exists within us, it is natural to need time
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-9/)
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-8/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-9/) - This module will look at the benefits of Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra. Each of these practices not only compliments a movement-based asana practice, but also provides nourishment to the mind and body. As a society, we rarely take time to slow down and replenish ourselves. When we are not balanced in our work and
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-8/) - This module will continue to provide resources to support, not only your work as a trauma-informed yoga facilitator, but you as an individual. Building a personal yoga practice which encompasses all eight limbs can be as mentally and physically exhausting as it is rewarding. Often, as you are building your own competency, it is easy
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-6/) - This module explores the Yama of Brahmacharya, or non-excess, and how mass consumption and addiction can be observed through this yogic limb. We will consider ways societies promote and encourage excess to oppress the population as well as how we can observe our own relationship with excess.
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-5/) - Next we visit the Yama of Asteya, or non-stealing. This module will begin to explore how we perceive stealing, both from ourselves and from one another. Let us also begin to deepen our understanding of why and how we take and the epidemic of greed that has consumed much of humanity.
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-4/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-5/) - Let us now begin to explore establishing the foundation of a yoga class. This module will introduce invitational cueing and how we offer movement to prepare the body for a safe and beneficial practice.
- [Step 2 — Discharge](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/discharge/) - In the previous section, we explored how stress shows up in the body, not just mentally, but physically. Often, we only realize we’re stressed after we’ve reacted; when we've snapped at someone or shutting down emotionally. Noticing stress early helps prevent escalation. But once you’re aware of it, the next step is crucial: You can’t
- [Step 1 — Notice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/notice/) - Most of us only realize we’re stressed after we’ve reacted. Maybe we snapped at someone or zoned out during a heated conversation. We often move through our day on autopilot, without asking: What am I feeling right now? This lesson is about building your capacity to notice stress as it arises using embodied mindfulness. Embodied
- [Goal and Objectives](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/what-youll-learn/) - The goal of this program is simple: to help you build resilience. Resilience means: The ability to recover quickly from stress The skill to notice and manage stress early — and in the moment The capacity to support your well-being and The knowledge to reduce long-term stress impacts Resilience helps you: navigate challenges more effectively,
- [Welcome to Building Resilience](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/welcome/) - Welcome to Building Resilience — a wellness program created specifically for professionals working in the criminal justice system. Why This Program Matters Over the years, we’ve worked closely with correctional officers and deputies, program and mental health staff, recreational therapists, attorneys and judges, and people working with community-based organizations. We’ve seen firsthand how demanding and
- [Creating Practice Habits](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/creating-practice-habits/) - By now, you’ve learned: When and how to practice How to choose the right practice for the moment How to build short sequences to support your nervous system Now it's time to focus on making practice a sustainable habit — something you can return to every day, in small, manageable ways. Why Habits Matter for
- [How and When to Practice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/how-and-when-to-practice/) - You’ve learned a range of mindfulness and movement practices — but now you may be wondering: “How do I know what to practice — and when?” This section will help you explore how to choose practices that work for your body, your schedule, and your life. Practice Is About Consistency, Not Perfection This isn’t about
- [How Attitude Changes Stress](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/how-attitude-changes-stress/) - It's not just the stress, it's how you relate to it. We’ve explored how stress impacts your: body, brain, behavior, and relationships. But here’s something just as important: Your attitude toward stress shapes how it affects you. What the Research Says Studies show that how you think about stress can change your physical response to
- [Heart Rate Variability (HRV)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/heart-rate-variability-hrv/) - How Do We Know We’re Becoming More Resilient? As you learn to notice, discharge, and reflect — how can you tell it’s working? One helpful indicator is something called Heart Rate Variability (HRV). What Is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)? HRV refers to the variation in time between heartbeats. Your heart doesn’t beat like a perfect
- [The Vagus Nerve and Polyvagal Theory](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/the-vagus-nerve-and-polyvagal-theory/) - Let’s explore a lesser-known but essential part of your nervous system: the vagus nerve — and a powerful framework called Polyvagal Theory. What Is the Vagus Nerve? The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve in your body. It connects your brain to key organs constantly sending and receiving signals between your body and brain.
- [The Negative Impacts of Stress](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/the-negative-impacts-of-stress/) - Stress, in and of itself, isn’t bad. It’s a survival mechanism that helps us: Focus React quickly Push through danger or difficulty But stress becomes harmful when it’s chronic — when your body never gets the signal that it’s safe again. This is common in high-pressure environments like the criminal justice system, and it can
- [Vicarious Trauma, Compassion Fatigue, and Burnout](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/vicarious-trauma-compassion-fatigue-and-burnout/) - Working in the criminal justice system means being surrounded by trauma—directly and indirectly. You interact with people who are hurting, and you do it because you care. But when your values don’t align with the system you're working in, that disconnect can take a toll. In this section, we’ll explore three related, but distinct, experiences:
- [Putting Stress Into Context](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/putting-stress-into-context/) - The Unique Stress of Criminal Justice Work Stress in and around the criminal justice system isn’t just about hard work — it’s the kind of stress that lives in the body and builds up over time. This includes: Constant vigilance Moral and ethical conflict Repeated exposure to harm Navigating rigid or chaotic systems Understanding these
- [Fawn](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/fawn/) - You’ve likely heard of fight or flight as stress responses. But there’s another important — and often overlooked — response: Fawn. The fawn response is also a survival strategy. In unsafe or high-pressure situations, a person may try to appease others to avoid conflict — even if it means ignoring their own needs. It’s Not
- [Fight and Flight](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/fight-and-flight/) - Recognizing Fight and Flight Responses Two of the most common responses to stress or threat — even when the danger is perceived, not physical — are: Fight: energy to confront Flight: energy to escape These survival responses evolved to protect us. In criminal justice settings — whether you’re in a courtroom, housing unit, or treatment
- [Understanding Stress: A Natural Survival Response](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/stress-can-be-a-good-thing/) - We often think of stress as something bad — but in reality, stress is essential to survival. It’s part of how your body protects you. Stress helps you respond to challenges and threats. Two Modes of the Nervous System Your well-being is built upon two modes that balance short-term and long-term needs: Long-Term Maintenance Short-Term
- [Notice, Discharge, Reflect, and Repeat](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/and-repeat/) - And that’s it — that’s The Essential Section. If you follow this process of noticing, discharging, reflecting, and incorporating the practices you’ve learned into your daily life, you should begin to notice real benefits. Doing the practices is the key. Practicing regularly, even just a little bit at a time has a cumulative effect. If
- [Step 3 — Reflect](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/reflect/) - So far, we've learned to: notice stress as it arises and discharge stress energy through movement and breathing practices. The next essential step in the resilience cycle is reflection. This is where insight and growth happen, after the intensity has passed. Why Reflection Matters Whether you handled a stressful moment skillfully or things went off
- [YTT Tuition and Refund Policy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/ytt-tuition-and-refund-policy/) - Please read the following "YTT Tuition and Refund Policy" carefully. Once you have reviewed the document, sign below to acknowledge your understanding and acceptance. After signing, a copy will be provided for your records, and PYP will retain a signed copy for its files. If you experience difficulty reading this document online, you may download
- [Program Cohort Forum](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/program-forms/) - Your cohort’s Group and Forum To access your cohort’s Group and Forum, hover over the Training tab at the top of the screen, scroll down to 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training. From the pop-out menu, select your cohort’s group. On the Group page, you’ll find links to your cohort’s forum and your weekly Zoom session.
- [A 3-Step Process](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/a-3-part-process/) - This program is designed to provide meaningful benefits with a minimal time investment. Even if you complete just this one section — and regularly apply what you learn — you can expect: Reduced stress Improved physical, mental, and emotional well-being Greater calm and ease in relationships The Core Cycle: Notice → Discharge → Reflect You’ll
- [Crisis and Mental Health Support](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/crisis-and-mental-health-support/) - If you are in immediate danger or experiencing suicidal thoughts: Call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 988 This is a free, confidential, 24/7 service connecting you with trained crisis counselors. You can also chat online at: 988lifeline.org Additional Resources and Support No matter what challenge you are facing, you are not alone.
- [Creating a Micro-Practice Sequence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/building-resilience/lessons/creating-a-micro-practice-sequence/) - So far, we’ve explored when to practice and how to choose the right practice for your nervous system. Now, let’s take it one step further: Learn how to combine practices into a short, intentional sequence for even greater impact. What Is a Micro-Practice Sequence? A micro-practice sequence is a short series of 2–3 practices that
- [Lesson 4: Program Data Collection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-4-program-data-collection/) - Typically, within an institution, classes (such as Alternatives to Violence Program or AVP), support groups (such as Criminal Gangs Anonymous), and other offerings are commonly referred to as programming. For PYP, a Program refers to a recurring meeting at a facility accessible by a particular population, such as a specific prison yoga or jail housing
- [Lección 2. Las prisiones en las Américas y el Caribe](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/) - La existencia de los centros penitenciarios suele parecernos algo natural. Pensamos que, al igual que en toda ciudad hay escuelas, hospitales, espacios religiosos o de entretenimiento, también debe haber una cárcel. Sin embargo, gran parte de lo que creemos saber sobre las prisiones proviene del cine, la literatura o de narrativas sensacionalistas. A lo sumo,
- [¡BIENVENIDxS!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/) - Esta capacitación en línea es la evolución de nuestro programa presencial de fin de semana, ofrecido durante más de diez años por el Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones. En ese tiempo, más de 3,500 personas en todo el mundo han participado en nuestras formaciones.Desde 2021, abrimos la versión en español, y desde entonces muchas personas
- [Lección 12. Autocuidado y acompañamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/)
- [Lección 11. Karma-yoga, el yoga del servicio](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-11-karma-yoga-el-yoga-del-servicio/)
- [Lección 10. Accesibilidad e inclusividad en la práctica del yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-10-accesibilidad-e-inclusividad-en-la-practica-del-yoga/)
- [Lección 9. La clase de yoga informado en trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/)
- [Lección 8. El yoga informado en trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-8-el-yoga-informado-en-trauma/)
- [Lección 7. Yoga, atención plena (mindfulness) y conciencia corporal para personas privadas de su libertad.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/)
- [Lección 6. Trauma. Su definición y neurobiología](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/)
- [Lección 5. La salud de las personas privadas de la libertad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad-2/)
- [Lección 4. Sensibilidad cultural en el espacio carcelario](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-4-sensibilidad-cultural-en-el-espacio-carcelario/)
- [Lección 3. Discriminación e interseccionalidad en el contexto penitenciario en América Latina (clasismo, racismo, sexismo y homofobia)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-3-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad-en-el-contexto-penitenciario-en-america-latina-clasismo-racismo-sexismo-y-homofobia/)
- [Move and Breathe](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/move-and-breathe/)
- [Noticing You're Stressed](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/noticing-youre-stressed/)
- [Why it's essential to bring the body into stress management](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/why-its-essential-to-bring-the-body-into-stress-management/)
- [Welcome to the course!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/welcome-to-the-course/)
- [How to navigate the course](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/how-to-navigate-the-course/)
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-6/)
- [Request Your Certificate](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/request-your-certificate/)
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-11/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your own journal #1 - Consider your personal health. With additional focus on the Yamas & Niyamas, how can you support your current and continued health in a way that is best for you? What are your thoughts on incorporating aspects of Ayurveda?#2 - Take time to sit with your
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-13/) - Within the Royal Path of yoga, also known as Raja or Kriya, we are offered support for enrichment and connection in our lives through physical practice and self care (Hatha), service (Karma), knowledge (Jnana), and spirituality (Bhakti). Balance of these is achieved through practice. As you focus on care and connection to yourself, you begin
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/self-study-reflections/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your Personal Journal #3 - Isvarapranidhana On & Off The Mat: Isvarapranidhana Off the Mat: What hesitations do you have with the idea of surrendering? What strength and flexibility do you still need to work with to allow you to trust your connection to self is supported by Ahimsa and
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-12/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-12/) - While this YTT is focused more specifically on guiding yoga practices in adult communities, PYP programs serve youth populations as well and you may find that you are called to work with younger populations. Much of the information offered in this training can be adapted for youth as well. This section will share information and
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-10/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your personal journal #1 - What does your passion for action look like? How can your yoga support you to become a revolutionary force? #2 - What do you notice about your voice as a yoga facilitator? What do you want to share? How can you discipline yourself to provide
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-8/) - Earlier in this module the meditation limbs of the practice of yoga; pratyahara, dharana, and dhyana were explored. Let us now consider how you may add meditative practices to the programs you offer.
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-10/) - This module examines Tapas, the Niyama of discipline. Part of the consideration of Tapas also looks at internal fire and renewal, or releasing ideals and perceptions that no longer serve. When we look at anatomy and physiology through this lens of Tapas, considering the immune system and digestive system can often create a deeper connection
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-10/) - Your passion for service work may have led you to this program. The fuel of your personal fire burns as you witness injustices to humanity, living creatures, and the Earth. But when we are also beings who experience harm and injustice ourselves, it can often be discouraging to push forward to realize the goals you
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-9/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your journal #1 - Dive deeper into the reflection question about physical injury. Explore ways you push yourself to injury and/or exhaustion in work, relationships, activities. Where are your obstacles to contentment? #2 - Santosha On & Off the Mat Santosha Off the Mat: Notice your embodied sensations and reactions
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-7/) - Now that we have explored the individual components of trauma-informed and healing-centered sequencing—Energetic Awareness, Range of Motion Exploration, Centering and Somatics, Strength & Resilience, Concentration & Focus, and Integration & Relaxation—we can consider how to bring them together into a complete practice. Each section serves a distinct purpose, and when woven together thoughtfully, they create
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-10/) - This module will discuss chair yoga and also explore other ways to offer props that may be beneficial to the yoga experience for those we serve. So often in modern representations of yoga, the use of supportive props is often viewed as something for inexperienced practitioners or those who “cannot achieve the full variation” of
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-8/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your personal journal #1 - Consider your clutter. What obstacles remain that may challenge your ability to lead healing-centered practices? Does your own clutter impact your ability to offer inclusive and accessible classes? What do you feel would be beneficial to address before joining these environments? #3 - Saucha On
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-6/) - The Integration & Relaxation section marks the culmination of a trauma-informed and healing-centered yoga practice. This final phase provides a dedicated space for participants to rest, reflect, and allow the benefits of the session to fully settle into the body and mind. It promotes deep moments of pause, inviting restoration of the nervous system and
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-8/) - As we continue to consider the Niyama of Saucha, let us shift our focus to systems and organs within the body that support the absorption of nutrients, release of toxins, and the distribution of hormones.
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-7/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your personal journal #1 - Do any of the following have an impact on your ability to personally let go? Community/ Family Perceptions, Oppression, Religious Scapegoating, Hypocrisy What other barriers come to mind? #2 - What can you offer from your personal yoga journey that may benefit future participants in
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-5/) - The Concentration & Focus section of trauma-informed sequencing offers dynamic and varied opportunities for exploration, much like the Range of Motion Exploration section. As a facilitator in training, this is an invitation to release any preconceived notions or expectations you may hold about what balance, coordination, or flexibility “should” look like—both for yourself and for
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-7/) - Previous modules have explored the structural anatomy of the human body, provided some insight to the respiratory system, and introduced the nervous system. Let us now deepen awareness of that system that oversees our entire being, our nervous system and how regulation of this system supports the function of the entire human body.
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-6/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your personal journal #1 - Are there areas of your life where you look to external stimulation to ease pain, procrastinate, or fill a void? Do you replace one stimulation with another? #2 - Have you experienced any aspect of excess an/or disposal? Can you relate to the perspective of
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-6/) - The Strength & Resilience section of trauma-informed sequencing builds on the foundations of Centering and Somatic Practices, inviting participants to reconnect with movement while cultivating physical, mental, and emotional strength. Guided by the Yama of Brahmacharya (non-excess), this section emphasizes balance, mindfulness, and sustainability. Strength is not about pushing to extremes but fostering a supportive
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-7/) - As we explore the yama of Brahmacharya in this module, we will begin by considering how excess can often become a barrier to the practice of yoga. Very often individuals who practice are often encouraged to push themselves, to breathe deeper, to stretch more, to hold shapes for longer and these excesses can often lead
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-5/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your personal journal #1 Whose class is this? As a facilitator, you are offering others your understanding of and relationship with yoga. You are becoming a teacher. Those who join your classes have arrived to learn from you. Consider how you envision yourself guiding a practice. What have you learned
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-5/) - Of the many profound gifts of yoga, one of the most transformative is centering. This practice offers the opportunity to pause and unify the mind, body, and sensations, creating a space to respond with clarity and authenticity. However, centering requires intentional practice and focus. While it can become an accessible tool that can be practiced
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-5/) - This section continues the exploration of the anatomy and movement next exploring the shoulders, wrists, and elbows—key components of the upper body that provide strength, flexibility, and stability. A deeper understanding of these structures and their functions is essential for creating safe and supportive yoga practices for yourself and the participants you guide. The shoulder
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-6/) - As we dive into this module, we begin by looking at modern western yoga communities, how yoga is represented in social media, and how this combination impacts the accessibility and diversity of yoga programs and yoga participants. The invitation extended is to further explore educating ourselves of personal biases and assumptions that could prohibit our
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-4/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your personal journal #1 - What personal biases, fears, & assumptions influence your perspectives of others? #2 - What social or ethical topics/discussions stir your emotions? What do you notice? #3 - Satya on & off the Mat Satya Off the Mat: Consider what personal truth means to you. Explore
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-4/) - As we progress in understanding trauma-informed yoga facilitation, this section focuses on two essential components: spinal movement/warming up the spine and range of motion sequencing. These practices not only support the physical health of the body but also foster self-awareness, agency, and a mindful connection to one’s current physical and emotional state. The spine is
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-4/) - Previous modules have offered information about the body's structural support with the skeletal and muscular systems, but now it is time to discuss how it all stays together. This module will explore more closely the structure of the joints in the body beginning with the hips and pelvis, knees, and ankles. As you work through
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-3/) - We are often unaware of potential activations until they present themselves. Consider the following list of words and phrases. As you read through, speak them aloud, and notice the reactions that may or may not impact you emotionally or physically. Race Sexuality No Calm Down Peace Force Equality Justice Optional Self Study Prompts for your
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-3/) - This final section of the module delves deeply into the first element of trauma-informed sequencing: Energetic Awareness. Building on the previous module, which introduced all sections of trauma-informed sequencing, this section offers a more focused exploration of how the body reacts to life’s experiences, just as the mind processes them. By prioritizing embodied awareness, participants
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-3/) - This module will establish an anatomical foundation with attention to the feet, spine, and core. Keeping in mind that those who practice with us may have varying degrees of mobility, balance, and nerve functionality, establishing a “rooted” foundation is beneficial to begin whether the individual is seated, standing, or supported.
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-3/) - Welcome to the journey into Ahimsa, the foundational principle of non-harm and non-violence, which serves as the cornerstone of a healing-centered yoga practice. Ahimsa, one of the personal ethics outlined in the Yamas—the first limb of the Eightfold Path of Yoga—invites us to commit to reducing harm in our lives, our thoughts, our words, and
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-4/) - This Methodology section will introduce sequencing. Sequencing refers to the order, manner, and intention of guiding participants through a series of yoga postures, movement, and breathing practices. It is a means of supporting the body through a given practice. The body is warmed and prepared in anticipation of strength and mobility postures. Joints are guided
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study-2/) - Optional Self Study Prompts for your Personal Journal #1 - Consider ways you rush yourself when learning something new. Consider rationalizations you talk yourself through as you learn. Are your words supportive and encouraging? Do they rationalize why you shouldn’t push yourself to learn? Are they demeaning? Why do you think this is? How can
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-2/) - In this Postures and Sequencing section, the focus is on accessibility and inclusion. Through this lens, we can begin to explore how, as facilitators, we can offer a practice that is welcoming to those who practice with us and encourage each individual to move and explore postures in a way that meets their unique needs.
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy/) - In Module 1, we explored the human skeletal and muscular systems. To recap, the skeletal system supports the shape and structure of our body, enables movement, protects internal organs, stores minerals and fat, and forms blood cells. The muscular system has three types of muscles: skeletal, which are attached to the skeleton and support movement,
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-2/) - The previous module provided an overview of the history of yoga and different styles of practice. This module will provide a more detailed look at the aspects of yoga philosophy we will concentrate on for the remainder of this training.
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-2/) - This program will offer the terms “trauma-informed” and “healing-centered” interchangeably to specify the type of yoga instruction Prison Yoga Project’s methodology provides. Trauma-informed is more commonly used, but in and of itself, this term can be traumatic. Healing-centered, while not avoiding trauma, focuses on where an individual may be with their own healing and our
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection-and-self-study/) - Congratulations on completing the coursework for Module One! Please take time to reflect on the following questions: Optional Self Study Prompts for your personal journal. #1 - Consider your personal yoga practice. Do you currently have one? What are your yoga goals? #2 - How do you imagine yourself as a yoga facilitator? Where are
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing/) - As we explore yoga postures and movement, we will begin by examining anatomical directional planes to better understand the terminology used to describe how some bodies navigate space. This understanding will support you as you start to build your knowledge of yoga postures and why they look and feel as they do. Each posture requires
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-2/) - Humans vary biologically due to age, ancestry, gender, stature, ability, and body design. It is essential to understand the variations that are present in the individuals who enter the yoga space. Establishing secure, affirming spaces is vital in trauma-informed yoga. As a yoga teacher, you can provide a significant contribution as a competent and compassionate
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy/) - This lesson will take you through an overview of the history of yoga practices and modern styles of yoga. It will summarize the foundations of yoga philosophy that we will explore further in future modules.
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-3/) - This first dive into trauma-informed, or healing-centered methodology will aim to offer definitions of and considerations for the terminology we will be integrating with throughout the program. From this foundation, we will consider the importance of clarifying intentions and consent in the communities we serve. This section will provide an introduction to the Stress Response,
- [Completing the Program](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/completing-the-program/) - Congratulations! Time to honor the work you have done throughout this training! Consult the checklist provided to complete the program and request your certificate. I have been present for each Thursday Live Session or have watched the recordings and completed the reflections for the sessions I was unable to attend live. Link to Group Forum
- [Lesson 3: Insurance Responsibilities of Volunteer Facilitators](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-3-insurance-responsibilities-of-volunteer-facilitators/) - While PYP maintains Workers’ Compensation and General Liability Insurance policies for its employees, it is important to note the following: Workers’ Compensation: PYP’s Workers’ Compensation policy only covers employees and does not extend to volunteers. As a volunteer facilitator, you are not covered under this policy in the event of injury or illness sustained while conducting program activities. General Liability
- [Lesson 6: Facilitator Agreement](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-6-facilitator-agreement/) - We are excited and grateful to welcome you into our community!
- [Lesson 5: Where to find Facilitator Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-5-where-to-find-facilitator-resources/) - As a PYP Facilitator, you get “Facilitator Access” on PYP’s community website. This means you have ongoing access to practice videos, all webinars (including those reserved for paying website members), and facilitator-specific events. First, we want you to know about our ongoing blog posts on the home page! We include the latest trends in incarceration,
- [Lección 6. Trauma. Su definición y neurobiología](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia/)
- [Lección 5. La salud de las personas privadas de la libertad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad/)
- [1ª Lição: Serviço de Yoga e Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-do-servico-karma-yoga/) - "O yoga tem desfrutado de uma enorme proliferação nas últimas décadas, com milhões de pessoas ganhando benefícios. Outros milhões são deixados de fora por falta de recursos e/ou deficiência física. A nossa evolução pessoal está intimamente interligada com o bem-estar coletivo como um todo. Nunca houve tanta necessidade de reconhecer e agir em relação a
- [3ª Lição: Yoga para Pessoal Correcional](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-yoga-para-pessoal-correcional/) - Ao estudar a justiça transformacional, aprendemos que devemos criar uma mudança cultural no sistema para criar as condições para que as pessoas se curem e se reabilitem. As condições dos ambientes prisionais são prejudiciais não só para as pessoas encarceradas, mas também para os funcionários. Esta lição discutirá o impacto do nosso sistema penitenciário punitivo
- [2ª Lição: Meditação: Atenção Plena, Atenção Consciente](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/) - Os objetivos do Prison Yoga Project são fornecer às pessoas encarceradas ferramentas de mindfulness para usar mesmo quando não estão fazendo yoga. Se eles estão enredados em um confronto no quintal ou após a liberação ou tentados a voltar a usar, eles podem aproveitar o que aprenderam com a ioga e incorporaram práticas de conscientização
- [1ª Lição: Yoga para Pessoas Encarceradas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-para-pessoas-encarceradas/) - As cadeias e os estabelecimentos prisionais são terreno fértil para o sofrimento mental, emocional e físico. Experiências de ansiedade, depressão, medo, desconfiança, agitação, desesperança, luto e violência são intensificadas sob condições de encarceramento. A maioria das pessoas encarceradas sofre de Trauma Complexo, trauma interpessoal crónico vivido no início da vida, como abandono, pobreza, fome, falta
- [1ª Lição: Porquê Yoga para o Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-porque-yoga-para-o-trauma/) - Yoga é uma modalidade de cura que tem sido praticada há milhares de anos no Oriente, particularmente na Índia. Embora o yoga seja agora estudado através de uma lente científica no Ocidente e recentemente reconhecido por seus benefícios além do exercício, ele tem sido uma fonte de desenvolvimento espiritual e cura física e emocional por
- [3ª Lição: Saúde Mental e Encarceramento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-problemas-de-saude-mental/)
- [Yoga for Correctional Staff](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-correctional-staff-2/) - In studying transformational justice, we learn that we must create a cultural shift in the system to create the conditions for people to heal and rehabilitate. The conditions of correctional environments are harmful not just for the people incarcerated but also for the staff. This lesson will discuss the impact of our punitive correctional system
- [Mindfulness (aka Mindful Awareness)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness-2/) - Prison Yoga Project’s goals are to provide incarcerated people with mindfulness tools to draw on even when they’re not doing yoga. If they’re tangled in a confrontation on the yard or upon release or tempted to go back to using, they can draw on what they have learned from yoga and embodied awareness practices for
- [Yoga for Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people-2/) - Jails and prisons are breeding grounds for mental, emotional, and physical distress. Experiences of anxiety, depression, fear, distrust, agitation, hopelessness, grief, and violence are intensified under incarcerated conditions. Most incarcerated people suffer from Complex Trauma, chronic interpersonal trauma experienced early in life, such as abandonment, poverty, hunger, homelessness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, drug
- [Why Yoga for Trauma?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma-2/) - Yoga is a healing modality that has been practiced for thousands of years in the East, particularly in India. While yoga is now studied through a scientific lens in the West and recently recognized for its benefits beyond exercise, it has been a source of spiritual development and physical and emotional healing for 5,000 years.
- [Introduction to Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/introduction-to-trauma-2/) - “Trauma is the most avoided, ignored, denied, misunderstood, and untreated cause of human suffering. I’m talking about the often debilitating symptoms that many people suffer from in the aftermath of perceived life-threatening or overwhelming experiences… “The effects of unresolved trauma can affect our habits and outlook on life, leading to addictions and poor decision-making. It
- [Yoga Service and Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/)
- [Mental Health and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mental-health-and-incarceration/)
- [Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration-2/)
- [Lección Uno: Yoga en cárceles](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-uno-por-que-practicar-yoga-para-abordar-el-trauma/) - Introducción general Las prisiones son caldo de cultivo para el sufrimiento mental, emocional y físico. Las experiencias de ansiedad, depresión, miedo, desconfianza, agitación, desesperanza, dolor y violencia se intensifican en condiciones de encierro. La mayoría de las personas privadas de su libertad que sufren trauma complejo o trauma interpersonal crónico, experimentaron a temprana edad situaciones
- [Postures and Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-9/) - Offering trauma-informed yoga to youth requires a thoughtful and adaptive approach that meets their unique developmental, emotional, and physical needs. Adolescents, in particular, face challenges related to their developing brains, heightened emotional states, and growing bodies that can feel foreign or difficult to balance. When these challenges intersect with trauma, it can further escalate dysregulation
- [Program Introduction / Learning Objectives](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/program-introduction/) - Welcome to the start of your journey to becoming a healing-centered, social-justice-oriented yoga instructor. This intense inquiry-based, interactive, online learning experience will include readings and assignments in this online learning environment as well as live lectures, group discussions, and movement workshops. Each module will include postural training workshops and learning modules to provide you with
- [Workshop Reflections and Videos](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-5/) - Workshop Reflections and VideosIf you cannot attend this workshop live on Zoom, we have a recorded version that you can watch on your own time. This workshop is divided into parts. Each part has a reflection associated with the topics covered. The reflections support knowledge retention and give you an opportunity to engage in the
- [Workshop Reflections and Videos](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-4/) - Workshop Reflections and VideosIf you cannot attend this workshop live on Zoom, we have a recorded version that you can watch on your own time. This workshop is divided into parts. Each part has a reflection associated with the topics covered. The reflections support knowledge retention and give you an opportunity to engage in the
- [Workshop Reflections and Videos](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-3/) - Workshop Reflections and VideosIf you cannot attend this workshop live on Zoom, we have a recorded version that you can watch on your own time. This workshop is divided into parts. Each part has a reflection associated with the topics covered. The reflections support knowledge retention and give you an opportunity to engage in the
- [Workshop Reflections and Videos](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/) - Workshop Reflections and VideosIf you cannot attend this workshop live on Zoom, we have a recorded version that you can watch on your own time. This workshop is divided into parts. Each part has a reflection associated with the topics covered. The reflections support knowledge retention and give you an opportunity to engage in the
- [Workshop Reflections and Videos](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos/)
- [Workshop Reflections and Videos](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/exploring-identity-bias-foundational-training-workshop-1/lessons/prerecorded-workshop/) - If you cannot attend this workshop live on Zoom, we have a recorded version that you can watch on your own time. This workshop is divided into parts. Each part has a reflection associated with the topics covered. The reflections support knowledge retention and give you an opportunity to engage in the content as if
- [Lesson 1: Program Facilitation Guidelines](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-1-program-facilitation-guidelines/) - We expect all PYP Facilitators to facilitate class according to PYP’s Program Facilitation Guidelines. We understand that it takes time and experience to grow as a Facilitator. We offer Facilitator Meet-ups, webinars, 1:1 support, and other training to support your development as a Facilitator. We’ve also designed a rubric to help simplify the expectations outlined
- [Self Study / Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/self-study-reflection-12/) - Saucha Journaling Assignment: What clutter can you begin to clear away from your mind and physical spaces? On The Mat: Notice the experience of your exhales as you practice. Give yourself permission to explore your mind and body and identify thoughts and emotions that trigger you to feel compromised or uncomfortable. Holding onto the support
- [Live Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/live-workshop-6/) - If you attended this workshop live on Zoom, answer the quiz below to enter the date you attended the workshop.
- [Live Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/live-workshop-5/) - If you attended this workshop live on Zoom, answer the quiz below to enter the date you attended the workshop.
- [Live Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/live-workshop-4/) - If you attended this workshop live on Zoom, answer the quiz below to enter the date you attended the workshop.
- [Live Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/live-workshop-3/) - If you attended this workshop live on Zoom, answer the quiz below to enter the date you attended the workshop.
- [Recorded Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/recorded-workshop/) - If you cannot attend this workshop live on Zoom, we have a recorded version that you can watch on your own time. This workshop is divided into parts. Each part has a reflection associated with the topics covered. The reflections support knowledge retention and give you an opportunity to engage in the content as if
- [Live Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/live-workshop-2/) - If you attended this workshop live on Zoom, answer the quiz below to enter the date you attended the workshop.
- [Why Yoga for Trauma?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma/) - Yoga is a healing modality that has been practiced for thousands of years in the East. While yoga is now studied through a scientific lens in the West and very recently recognized for its benefits other than exercise, it has been a source of spiritual development and physical and emotional healing for 5,000 years. We
- [LEÇON UNE : Qu’est-ce que la prison ?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/) - Introduction :Afin d’intervenir de façon efficiente auprès du système pénal et carcéral, il est utile de se former sur leur structure et leur fonctionnement. Pour ce faire, vous allez explorer plusieurs sujets. D’abord, vous allez voir les statistiques, pour ensuite explorer le rôle de la prison, la chaîne péna le et finalement le problème chronique
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/reflection/) - Review the following questions and consider your answers. Please take your time with these questions and consider interacting with them as you have space for personal reflection and time afterward to walk (or other energetic release practice), share with others, or continue journaling. These questions may stir emotions and/or memories. If there are any questions
- [Live Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/live-workshop/) - If you attended this workshop live on Zoom, answer the quiz below to enter the date you attended the workshop.
- [Who is/is not in the yoga room? Establishing a Welcome Space](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/who-is-is-not-in-the-yoga-room-establishing-a-welcome-space/) - The path of healing-centered yoga, while being an opportunity to connect within oneself, is also an opportunity to explore our connection with others. Our commitment to mitigating the effects of suffering is rooted deeply in social justice. As we explore the practice of yoga, we will discuss race and ethnicity, sexuality and gender identity, ableism,
- [15](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/15/)
- [14](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/14/)
- [Yoga for Correctional Staff](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-correctional-staff/) - In studying transformational justice, we learn that we must create a cultural shift in the system to create the conditions for people to heal and rehabilitate. The conditions of correctional environments are harmful not just for the people incarcerated but also for the staff. This lesson will discuss the impact of our punitive correctional system
- [Mindfulness (aka Mindful Awareness)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/) - Prison Yoga Project’s goals are to provide incarcerated people with mindfulness tools to draw on even when they’re not doing yoga. If they’re tangled in a confrontation on the yard or upon release or tempted to go back to using, they can draw on what they have learned from yoga and embodied awareness practices for
- [Yoga for Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people/) - Jails and prisons are breeding grounds for mental, emotional, and physical distress. Experiences of anxiety, depression, fear, distrust, agitation, hopelessness, grief, and violence are intensified under incarcerated conditions. Most incarcerated people suffer from Complex Trauma, chronic interpersonal trauma experienced early in life, such as abandonment, poverty, hunger, homelessness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, drug
- [Race and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/race-and-incarceration/) - It is simply not possible to discuss the criminal justice system and incarceration in the US without centering a discussion of racism. As we engage in this discussion, no matter where you are in your exploration and understanding of matters regarding race and racism, it will likely feel uncomfortable at times. Our work is embodied,
- [Three Approaches to Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/three-approaches-to-justice/) - The United States currently pays an astronomical amount of money for an ineffective “criminal justice system.” We need a different approach that focuses on healing trauma, prevents recidivism, and leads to safer communities. In this section, you will learn about different approaches to justice: punitive, restorative, and transformational.
- [Lesson Six: Brain Breaks](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-six-brain-breaks/) - There are many benefits to practicing yoga as an adolescent. In this final section, we'll consider movement and breath options that you can adapt as you see fit according to the specific needs of the groups you’re working with. These practices can stand alone or be combined with any other practices you wish. They are
- [Post Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/exit-survey/) - Thank you for completing YOGA, SOCIAL JUSTICE, AND LEADERSHIP: A 200-HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING. Please complete this optional but highly important survey: This survey asks for your feedback on this specific training and how we can improve next time: Feedback Survey Thank you for being a part of the PYP Community!
- [Navigating the Online Training Environment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/participant-instructor-introduction-video-assignment/)
- [Lección Uno: Autocuidado y acompañamiento + Proyecto final](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-uno-karma-yoga-el-yoga-del-servicio/) - Llegaste al último módulo de esta Certificación. Aquí empezarás a realizar tu proyecto final - la grabación de una práctica corta- y te invitamos a reflexionar sobre la importancia del autocuidado, individual y colectivamente. Para cada persona significara algo distinto, así que esperamos que te des tiempo de escuchar el lenguaje de tu cuerpo y
- [Lección Dos: Trauma y consumo de sustancias psicoactivas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-dos-trauma-y-encarcelamiento/) - El abuso de drogas y alcohol influye profundamente en las personas que cometen un delito o un acto violento. Datos estadísticos indican que la mayoría de las personas privadas de su libertad experimentan problemas con el abuso de sustancias. Es sabido que las drogas ilícitas se encuentran a disponibilidad de la población en reclusión, lo
- [Lección Uno: Trauma y encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-uno-introduccion-al-trauma/) - Ya hemos estudiado algunos de los elementos teóricos que nos servirán para abordar, desde una perspectiva más justa y sensible, el contexto del cual surge y se justifica el encarcelamiento, así como su viabilidad en sentido social. A lo largo de esta sesión nos adentraremos en los temas centrales de este curso: trauma y encarcelamiento.
- [Disparidad de género y orientación sexual](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-dos-disparidades-raciales-y-economicas-en-el-encarcelamiento-4/) - a. Disparidad de género b. El encarcelamiento de personas LGBTTTQI+
- [Lesson 4: Funding PYP Programs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-4-funding-pyp-programs/) - PYP believes that paid programming, funded by correctional institutions, is critical to sustaining long-term, impactful yoga and mindfulness programs. Our Program team works alongside PYP Facilitators to develop both volunteer and paid programs, and assists in the delivery and oversight of all programs. This is a big endeavor, and we are here for you each
- [Lesson 2: Setting Limits, Maintaining Professional Boundaries, and Working with Vicarious Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-2-setting-limits-maintaining-professional-boundaries-and-working-with-vicarious-trauma/) - Most incarcerated people have experienced extreme interpersonal trauma. The majority have had or have a substance use disorder. Many have mental health disorders. They reside in an environment we describe as living with "trauma on simmer." Their histories and the environment they live in influence their behavior. They often show up with their best face
- [Welcome to the Foundational Training Workshops!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/welcome-to-the-foundational-training-workshops/)
- [Lesson One: Yoga Service and Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/) - Introduction/ Rationale: “Yoga has enjoyed an enormous proliferation in the last few decades with millions of people gaining benefits. Millions more are left out because of lack of resources and/or physical disability. Our personal evolution is intimately intertwined with the collective well-being as a whole. There has never been more of a need to recognize
- [Lesson Three: Yoga for Correctional Staff](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-yoga-for-correctional-staff/) - In studying transformational justice, we learn that we must create a cultural shift in the system to create the conditions for people to heal and rehabilitate. The conditions of correctional environments are harmful not just for the people incarcerated but also for the staff. This lesson will discuss the impact of our punitive correctional system
- [Lesson Two: Mindfulness aka Mindful Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/) - Introduction/ Rationale: The Prison Yoga Project’s goals are to provide incarcerated people with mindfulness tools to draw on even when they’re not doing yoga. If they’re tangled in a confrontation on the yard or upon release, or tempted to go back to using, they can draw on what they have learned from yoga and embodied
- [Lesson One: Yoga for Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/) - Introduction/ Rationale: Jails and prisons are breeding grounds for mental, emotional and physical distress. Experiences of anxiety, depression, fear, distrust, agitation, hopelessness, grief and violence are intensified under incarcerated conditions. Most prisoners suffer from Complex Trauma, chronic interpersonal trauma experienced early in life such as abandonment, poverty, hunger, homelessness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination,
- [Lesson One: Why Yoga for Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-why-yoga-for-trauma/) - Introduction/ Rationale: Yoga is a healing modality that has been practiced for thousands of years in the East. While yoga is now studied through a scientific lens in the West and very recently recognized for its benefits other than exercise, it has been a source of spiritual development and physical and emotional healing for 5,000
- [Lesson One: Introduction to Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-introduction-to-trauma/) - “Trauma is the most avoided, ignored, denied, misunderstood, and untreated cause of human suffering. I’m talking about the often debilitating symptoms that many people suffer from in the aftermath of perceived life-threatening or overwhelming experiences… “The effects of unresolved trauma can affect our habits and outlook on life, leading to addictions and poor decision-making. It
- [Lesson Three: Disparities in Gender and Sexual Orientation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/) - Not all experiences of incarceration are the same. For women and individuals in the LGBTQ community, there are often different factors that lead to their incarceration and different obstacles they face once incarcerated.
- [Lesson One: Race and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-race-and-incarceration/) - It is simply not possible to discuss the criminal justice system and incarceration in the UK without centering a discussion of racism. As we engage this discussion, no matter where you are in your exploration and understanding of matters regarding race and racism, it will likely feel uncomfortable at times. Our work is embodied, meaning
- [Lesson Two: Three Approaches to Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-three-approaches-to-justice/) - Introduction/Rationale: The UK currently pays an astronomical amount of money for an ineffective “criminal justice system.” The budget for the prison system alone exceeds £5 billion per year, amounting to about £47,000 for each incarcerated individual. We need a different approach – one that focuses on healing trauma, prevents recidivism, and leads to safer communities.
- [Lesson One: Exploring Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/) - Introduction/ Rationale: For us to work effectively in the criminal justice system (CJS), it’s essential to have a basic understanding of its structure and nature. In this lesson, you will explore three topics. First, you will look at the overall structure and scope of the CJS in the UK. With this knowledge in hand, you
- [Lesson Three: Mental Health and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-mental-health-and-incarceration/)
- [Lesson Two: Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-trauma-and-incarceration/)
- [Lesson Two: Social/Economic Disparities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-social-economic-disparities/)
- [Exit Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/exit-survey-2/) - Thank you for completing CHANGE FROM WITHIN: YOGA FOR YOUTH. Please complete this optional but highly important survey: This survey asks for your feedback on this specific training and how we can improve next time: Feedback Survey If you are looking to add this course as CEUs on Yoga Alliance, you may find directions here.
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-5/)
- [Welcome to the PYP Community!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/welcome-to-the-pyp-community/) - Welcome to Change from Within! We are glad you are here. Over the next six weeks, you’ll gain a solid foundation for understanding adolescents' anatomical, physiological, and emotional development. The course content will also introduce you to the juvenile justice system and encourage you to learn more about how the system operates in your community.
- [Lesson 2: Yoga and Mindfulness as Evidence-Based Practice for Addressing Crime, Addiction, and Mental Illness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-2-lesson-2-yoga-and-mindfulness-as-evidence-based-practice-for-addressing-crime-addiction-and-mental-illness/) - One of the best ways to advocate for starting a yoga program at a correctional facility is to provide an evidence-based, scientific explanation of the effectiveness of yoga for incarcerated people and/or correctional staff, or preventative/ re-entry programs. Our methodology is rooted in ancient practices validated by modern science, specifically contemporary neuroscience and the emerging
- [Lección 1. Accesibilidad e inclusividad en la práctica del Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-1-accesibilidad-e-inclusividad-en-la-practica-del-yoga/) - Introducción general Enseñar yoga es uno de los mayores servicios, es un privilegio divino y una de las ocupaciones más valiosas. Con esa idea, quien facilita una práctica de yoga puede ayudar a las y los practicantes a encontrar inspiración en la vida, reencontrarse con su bondad innata, llenarse de poder y revitalizar su salud
- [Lesson 5: Program Logistics and Equipment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-5-program-logistics-and-equipment/) - The following lesson has been broken down into three topics. Start by clicking on the first one below!
- [Lesson 8: What is your plan?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-8-what-is-your-plan/) - We believe in your ability to successfully advocate for and develop sustainable PYP programs. This is no easy task, and takes patience and persistence. Thank you for your willingness to serve the incarcerated community! PLEASE NOTE: When your facility/ time/ date and population are established, you must contact the PYP Executive team so we can
- [Lesson 7: Making a Program PYP Official](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-7-making-a-program-pyp-official/) - There are many benefits to operating a yoga program as a PYP Program. Our organization is globally recognized, with a high standard of professionalism and services. We care deeply about the impact of our programs and value our community and continuous learning. As a PYP Facilitator, you will receive ongoing support from the PYP Programs
- [Lesson 6: Outreach & Community Building](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-6-outreach-community-building/) - Getting a yoga program started at a correctional facility can take time; it is important to be patient and persistent. Phone calls and emails are the best way to contact correctional staff. It is even possible to go to the facility if you are from a small community not closed due to COVID. There is
- [Lesson 3: Addressing Specific Concerns for Correctional Facilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-3-addressing-specific-concerns-for-correctional-facilities/) - Interest in yoga and mindfulness programs for system-impact people and correctional staff varies significantly from facility to facility. In some cases, they may be eager to have a yoga program and immediately want to discuss logistics and getting started. In other situations, presenting a proposal that describes the scientific benefits and structure of the program
- [Lesson 1: The Big Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-1-the-big-picture-2/) - Prison Yoga Project envisions a cultural shift toward a healing-centered approach to addressing crime, addiction, and mental illness. Our mission is to provide programs for rehabilitation and resilience rooted in yoga and embodied mindfulness. We are intent on forming a new pathway for rehabilitation and care deeply about transformative justice. For someone to be a
- [Lección Cuatro: Los problemas de salud mental en prisión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-cuatro-los-problemas-de-salud-mental-en-prision/)
- [Lección Tres: Trauma y encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-tres-trauma-y-encarcelamiento/)
- [Lección Tres: Por una nueva sensibilidad en el espacio carcelario](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-tres-por-una-nueva-sensibilidad-en-el-espacio-carcelario/) - a. Sensibilidad cultural b. ¿Dónde me sitúo?
- [How to Receive Certificate Guide](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/how-to-receive-certificate-guide/)
- [Lección Dos: “Mindfulness” o Atención Plena](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-dos-mindfulness-o-atencion-plena/) - Las metas del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones son proveer a las personas privadas de su libertad herramientas como la práctica de la atención plena a las que pueden recurrir incluso cuando no están haciendo yoga. Si se ven envueltos en una confrontación en el patio o al ser liberados, o si se sienten tentados
- [Lección Dos: Tres perspectivas sobre la Justicia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-dos-tres-perspectivas-sobre-la-justicia/) - Actualmente se destina una gran cantidad de presupuesto público a un ineficaz "Sistema de Justicia Penal". Necesitamos un enfoque diferente, uno que se centre en sanar el trauma, las secuelas de la violencia, en evitar patrones de violencia y que busque generar comunidades más seguras y resilientes. En esta sección, aprenderás sobre los diferentes enfoques
- [Lesson One: Basics of Adolescent Development](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-one-basics-of-adolescent-development/) - Understanding developmental milestones can help us to recognize and appreciate the way yoga and mindfulness practices can benefit young people. We’ll begin this lesson by exploring some of these key milestones, including key physical developments, to help you provide age-appropriate services, better understand how to adapt yoga practices for youth and give cues and instructions
- [Pre Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/pre-survey-2/) - We are thrilled you are a participant in this training! Prison Yoga Project seeks to bring about a cultural shift in addressing crime, addiction, and mental illness using a more holistic, healing-centered, and humane approach. Our training programs are one way we seek to transform our culture and hope to positively impact your life, too.
- [Midpoint Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/midpoint-survey-2/)
- [Pre-Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/pre-survey/) - We are thrilled you are a participant in this training! Prison Yoga Project seeks to bring about a cultural shift in addressing crime, addiction, and mental illness using a more holistic, healing-centered, and humane approach. Our training programs are one way we seek to transform our culture and hope to positively impact your life, too.
- [Lesson Two: Overview of the Development of the Teenage Brain](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-two-overview-of-the-development-of-the-teenage-brain/) - This lesson is an introduction to what is happening in the brains of young people during adolescence. The time between ages 12 and 25 is one of monumental growth and change. The more we understand what’s going on during this time, the better we can support young people. This enhanced understanding can help us have
- [Lesson Five: Adapting Yoga for System-Impacted Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-five-adapting-yoga-for-system-impacted-youth/) - By the end of this lesson, you should feel comfortable facilitating practices of various lengths. We’ll begin by looking at a few practices we hope you’ll try and get comfortable with yourself before implementing. We will then explore ways to create safety for students and yourself.
- [Lesson Four: Introduction to Juvenile Facilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-four-introduction-to-juvenile-facilities/) - In this lesson, we’ll examine the confinement of young people here in the United States. Some good news: Since the year 2000, the number of incarcerated youth has decreased. We will look at why this is happening, why this trend needs to continue and what organizations around the country are doing to support young people.
- [Lesson Three: Trauma and its Effects on Adolescents](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-three-trauma-and-its-effects-on-adolescents/) - Now that we’ve seen what an important and impressionable time adolescence is, let's look at how trauma can impact this stage of development. We will then consider some of the ways that current systems reinforce traumatic experiences. Sometimes addressing trauma can feel overwhelming. It can be helpful to remember, in the words of Peter Levine,
- [Midpoint Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/midpoint-survey/)
- [Basics of Adolescent Development](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/basics-of-adolescent-development/)
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-4/)
- [Lesson 6: Pilots and Monitoring and Evaluating Programs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-6-pilots-and-monitoring-and-evaluating-programs/) - At a minimum, all PYP Facilitators are expected to collect attendance numbers for their programs. Once you have established a start date, day, and time for your program, and you have notified the executive team, PYP will send you a survey to fill out all of your relevant program information. Then, your program will be
- [Lesson Ten: Yoga Service and Personal Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-ten-yoga-service-and-personal-transformation/) - “Yoga has enjoyed an enormous proliferation in the last few decades with millions of people gaining benefits. Millions more are left out because of a lack of resources and/or physical disability. Our personal evolution is intimately intertwined with the collective well-being as a whole. There has never been more of a need to recognize and
- [Lesson Nine: Mindfulness (aka Mindful Awareness)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-nine-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/) - The Prison Yoga Project’s goals are to provide incarcerated people with mindfulness tools to draw on even when they’re not doing yoga. If they’re tangled in a confrontation on the yard or upon release, or tempted to go back to using, they can draw on what they have learned from yoga and embodied awareness practices
- [Lesson Eight: Yoga for Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-eight-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/) - Jails and prisons are breeding grounds for mental, emotional and physical distress. Experiences of anxiety, depression, fear, distrust, agitation, hopelessness, grief and violence are intensified under incarcerated conditions. Most prisoners suffer from Complex Trauma, chronic interpersonal trauma experienced early in life such as abandonment, poverty, hunger, homelessness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, drug and
- [Lesson Seven: Why Yoga for Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-seven-why-yoga-for-trauma/) - Yoga is a healing modality that has been practiced for thousands of years in the East. While yoga is now studied through a scientific lens in the West and very recently recognized for its benefits other than exercise, it has been a source of spiritual development and physical and emotional healing for 5,000 years. We
- [Lesson Six: Intro to Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-six-intro-to-trauma/) - “Trauma is the most avoided, ignored, denied, misunderstood, and untreated cause of human suffering. … The effects of unresolved trauma can affect our habits and outlook on life, leading to addictions and poor decision-making. It can take a toll on our family life and personal relationships. It can trigger real physical pain, symptoms, and disease. And
- [Lesson Five: Race and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-five-race-and-incarceration/) - It is simply not possible to discuss the criminal justice system and incarceration without centering a discussion of racism. As we engage this discussion, no matter where you are in your exploration and understanding matters of race and racism, it will likely feel uncomfortable at times. Our work is embodied, meaning we practice awareness of
- [Conclusion](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/conclusion/) - The Dutch prison population has steadily declined over the past decade. The incarceration rate fell from 125 incarcerated people per 100,000 inhabitants in 2006 to 54 in 2018. The main reasons for this downward trend are A decrease in the crime rate.Changes in criminal policy.An increase in non-custodial sentences. The decline in crime rate is
- [Lesson Nine: Mindfulness in Detention in the Netherlands](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-nine-mindfulness-in-detention-in-the-netherlands/) - Findings on mindfulness in detention in the Netherlands. https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/nieuws/2017/03/mindfulness-training-bij-gedetineerden Lichaam En Geest Je Balans Vinden Achter De Tralies
- [Lesson Four: Three Approaches to Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-four-three-approaches-to-justice-2/) - For a more effective and humane criminal justice system, we need a broader approach that focuses on healing trauma, prevents recidivism, and leads to safer communities. In this section, you will learn about different approaches to justice: punitive, restorative, and transformational.
- [LEÇON HUIT : Yoga pour personnes en situation d'incarcération](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-huit-yoga-pour-personnes-en-situation-dincarceration/) - INTRODUCTION: Les lieux de privation de liberté sont des terrains fertiles pour la détresse mentale, émotionnelle et physique. Les expériences d'anxiété, de dépression, de peur, de méfiance, d'agitation, de désespoir, de chagrin et de violence s'intensifient dans les conditions d'incarcération. La plupart des détenu·e·s souffrent de traumatismes complexes, de traumatismes interpersonnels chroniques vécus tôt dans
- [LEÇON SEPT : Pourquoi un yoga adapté aux traumatismes ?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-sept-pourquoi-un-yoga-adapte-aux-traumatismes/) - INTRODUCTION : « Le traumatisme entraîne une réorganisation fondamentale de la façon dont l'esprit et le cerveau gèrent les perceptions. Cela change non seulement notre façon de penser et ce à quoi nous pensons, mais aussi notre capacité même à penser… Ce que la plupart des gens ne réalisent pas, c'est que le traumatisme n'est
- [LEÇON CINQ : Traumatismes et incarcération](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/) - Introduction : Nous espérons que la partie précédente vous a mis sur la voie des liens entre les traumatismes et l’incarcération. Ici nous allons approfondir le sujet. D’abord vous allez voir le test ACE afin de mieux comprendre les liens entre les traumatismes d'enfance et la vie d’adulte, puis vous allez explorer les traumatismes dus
- [LEÇON QUATRE Traumatismes et leurs effets sur le cerveau](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-quatre-traumatismes-et-leurs-effets-sur-le-cerveau/) - Introduction : Les trois premières parties de ce module vous ont à priori montré que la population rencontrée en milieu fermé est une population souvent fragile et traumatisée.Afin de pouvoir servir efficacement cette population, il est intéressant d’avoir une compréhension basique des traumatismes et de leurs effets sur le cerveau. Ici vous allez donc explorer
- [LEÇON TROIS : inégalités sociales et observations démographiques de la population carcérale](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/) - Introduction : Après avoir observé le système de l'extérieur, il est temps d’aller à l'intérieur, pour rencontrer les personnes que l’on trouve dans les établissements pour peine. Bien que notre travail s’axe sur les personnes incarcérées, nous n’oublierons pas les personnels des lieux de privation de liberté, pour qui les tensions subies par le système
- [LEÇON DEUX : Justice pénale, restaurative et transformatrice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/) - Introduction : vous devriez désormais avoir une image du système pénal et carcéral en France. Explorons à présent les différentes formes de justice qui existent ou qui sont possibles. En premier lieu nous allons voir l’augmentation de la pénalisation en France et comment le nombre de personnes incarcérées se compare au taux de criminalité. Ensuite
- [Schedule Your Facilitator Practicum](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/schedule-your-facilitator-practicum/) - For your final movement project, we ask that you prepare a full trauma-informed sequence 45 minutes in length. Follow the link below to secure your class time. Feel free to invite guests to attend your final class!! Link to Group Calendar Your 45 Minute final sequence will be evaluated by the facilitators of this program.
- [Submit Final Yama & Niyama Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/submit-final-yama-niyama-reflection/) - Throughout this program, we offered a deep dive into the Yamas and Niyamas to support you and your yoga journey. For your final reflection, we invite you to share your experience learning about and incorporating the Yamas and Niyamas into your life. What have they meant to you? What support or information have you gained
- [Closing Circles](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/closing-circles/) - At the start of this program, we offered this guided meditation activity. Let us revisit this gentle meditation with new knowledge and perhaps a new relationship within yourself. Prior to beginning, take a few moments to consider your journey through this program. Read the following statements and journal your thoughts. There is no correct or
- [Self Study / Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/self-study-reflection-17/) - Isvarapranidhana Journaling Assignment: What hesitations do you have with the idea of surrendering? What strength and flexibility do you still need to work with to allow you to trust your connection to self is supported by Ahimsa and Satya? On The Mat: Practice with gratitude. Thank yourself for your commitment to this practice and honor
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/posture-resources-17/) - We have discussed offering accessible and invitational yoga throughout this training program. As we conclude our learning modules, let us take a closer look at classes for youth as well as reviewing Chair Yoga practices.
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/embodied-anatomy-17/) - We have discussed the benefits trauma-informed yoga has on the nervous system but let us consider the differences in the benefits of yoga for younger populations. Youth have different needs when practicing yoga. Developmentally, emotionally, and physically the impact of this practice supports their healing and growth.
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/yoga-philosophy-17/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/methodology-18/) - Here we are. The final learning module of our Trauma-Informed and Mindfulness-Based Yoga Teacher Training. This module will introduce youth instruction and yoga as service.
- [Self Study / Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/self-study-reflection-16/) - Svadhyaya Journaling Assignment: Consider what aspects of your life, emotions, and practice would benefit from a deeper study into self. What knowledge beyond your self work is of interest to you? On the Mat: Return to a favorite practice you have experienced or take the time to explore movements and postures you enjoy. Give yourself
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/posture-resources-16/) - Now that we have reviewed postures and the sections of Trauma-Informed Sequencing, take time to experience a bit more of what Prison Yoga Project offers to those we serve.
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/embodied-anatomy-16/) - Time to review! Let us take another look at anatomical movement.
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/yoga-philosophy-16/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/methodology-17/)
- [Self Study / Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/self-study-reflection-14/) - Observe your thoughts as you reflect on this module. What emotions arise? What support can you provide to yourself as you explore rest, replenishment, and relaxation?
- [Examining Obstacles to Social Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/examining-obstacles-to-social-justice/) - Take some time to explore the following articles, assessments, and videos. These resources may offer some additional insight into the topics we will explore throughout this program. Be mindful of how you receive the information. Notice any physical, emotional, or mental reactions you may have as you review the content. We invite you to consider
- [4ª Lição: Adição](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/4a-licao-adicao/) - O uso e abuso de drogas e álcool têm uma grande influência sobre uma pessoa que está cometendo um crime ou um ato violento. E a maioria dessas pessoas encarceradas tem problemas de abuso de substâncias. Além disso, é bastante conhecido que as drogas ilícitas trazidas de fora estão amplamente disponíveis nas cadeias e prisões.
- [1ª Lição: Introdução ao Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-introducao-ao-trauma/) - “O trauma é a causa mais evitada, ignorada, negada, incompreendida e não tratada do sofrimento humano. Estamos a falar dos sintomas muitas vezes debilitantes que muitas pessoas sofrem após experiências percebidas como risco de vida ou avassaladoras… “Os efeitos dos traumas não resolvidos podem afetar nossos hábitos e perspectivas de vida, levando a vícios e
- [2ª Lição: Três Abordagens à Justiça](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-tres-abordagens-a-justica/) - Os Estados Unidos atualmente pagam uma quantia astronômica de dinheiro por um “sistema de justiça criminal” ineficaz. Precisamos de uma abordagem diferente, que se concentre na cura de traumas, evite a reincidência e leve a comunidades mais seguras. Nesta seção, aprenderá sobre diferentes abordagens à justiça: punitiva, restaurativa e transformacional.
- [1ª Lição: Explorar o Encarceramento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/) - Para que possamos trabalhar efetivamente no sistema de justiça criminal (SJC), é essencial ter um entendimento básico da sua estrutura e natureza. Nesta lição, iremos explorar três tópicos. Examinaremos a estrutura geral e o scoop do SJC em Portugal, considerando alguns equívocos comuns. Com esse conhecimento em mãos, pesquisará o SJC na sua comunidade local;
- [2ª Lição: Trauma e Encarceramento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-trauma-e-encarceramento/)
- [Lesson 7: Outreach to Start Yoga Programs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-7-outreach-to-start-yoga-programs/) - Getting a yoga program started at a correctional facility can take time, it is important to be patient and persistent. Phone calls and emails are the best way to reach out to correctional staff. It is even possible to go to the facility if you are from a small community and they are not closed
- [Lesson 5: Funding PYP Programs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-5-funding-pyp-programs/) - PYP believes that paid programming is critical in order to sustain long-term, impactful yoga and mindfulness programs. Our Executive Team works alongside PYP Facilitators to develop both volunteer and paid programs, and assists in the delivery and oversight of all programs. This is a big endeavor, and we are here for you each step of
- [Mental Health and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mental-health-addiction-and-incarceration/)
- [Exploring Incarceration in the US](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/) - For us to work effectively in the criminal justice system (CJS), it’s essential to have a basic understanding of its structure and nature. In this lesson, you will explore three topics. First, you will look at the overall structure and scope of the CJS in the US while considering some common misconceptions. With this knowledge
- [Final Quiz: What is your plan?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/final-quiz-what-is-your-plan/) - We believe in your ability to successfully advocate for and develop sustainable PYP programs. This is no easy task, and takes patience and persistence. Thank you for your willingness to serve the incarcerated community! At any point throughout this process, you are welcome to reach out to us for support! The PYP Executive team will
- [Lesson 2: Program Structure and Lifecycle](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-2-program-structure-and-lifecycle/) - Typically within an institution, classes (such as Alternatives to Violence Program or AVP), support groups (such as Criminal Gangs Anonymous), and other offerings are commonly referred to as programming. For PYP, a Program refers to a recurring meeting at a facility accessible by a particular population, such as a specific prison yoga or jail housing
- [Test Lesson 1a - to test how this will show up adding a new lesson to someone who has already completed the course](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/test-lesson-1a-to-test-how-this-will-show-up-adding-a-new-lesson-to-someone-who-has-already-completed-the-course/)
- [Test Lesson 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/test-lesson-1/) - I am adding new content here to see if this will show the lesson as incomplete even after I have completed it.
- [Test Lesson 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/test-lesson-2/)
- [Lesson 3: Prison Yoga Project Program Facilitation Guidelines](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-3-prison-yoga-project-program-facilitation-guidelines/) - The Program Facilitator Guidelines (PFG) provide information on the practical considerations for running a program, as well as guidance for program facilitation, such as cueing, selection of practices, and creating a trauma-informed container for the group. Rather than provide a set script with specific practices for PYP Facilitators to use, we offer these as guidelines.
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/posture-resources-14/) - As we explore rest and recovery, let us take a closer look at the replenishing sections of Trauma-Informed sequencing. The centering practice can be offered throughout the practice to provide moments of connection. Integration and Relaxation allows the mind and body to soften and the work of the practice to find complimentary ease.
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/embodied-anatomy-14/) - Time to Review! This module introduced Yin Yoga, which offers benefits to the joints of the body. Take time to review the major joints of the body we discussed earlier in the program. Deepen your awareness and also take time to consider postures that may benefit these parts of the body as well as ways
- [Self Study / Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/self-study-reflection-15/)
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/posture-resources-15/)
- [Embodied Anatomy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/embodied-anatomy-15/)
- [Yoga Philosophy](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/yoga-philosophy-15/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/methodology-16/)
- [Module 15 Svadhyaya; Self & Collective Liberation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/module-15-svadhyaya-self-collective-liberation/)
- [Lesson 4: Yoga and Mindfulness as Evidence-Based Practice for Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-4-yoga-and-mindfulness-as-evidence-based-practice-for-incarceration/) - The best way to advocate for the start of a yoga program at a correctional facility is to provide an evidence-based, scientific explanation on the effectiveness of yoga for incarcerated people and/or correctional staff. Our methodology is rooted in ancient practices validated by modern science, specifically contemporary neuroscience and the emerging understanding of trauma, especially
- [Lesson 1: The Big Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-1-the-big-picture/) - Prison Yoga Project brings trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness practices to people in prisons and jails, as well as people who are system-impacted and/or re-entering society. This mission is supported by hundreds of PYP Facilitators who facilitate our programs across the world. We are intent on forming a new pathway for rehabilitation and care deeply about
- [Lesson Four: Restorative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-four-restorative-justice/)
- [Lesson Three: Juvenile Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-three-juvenile-justice/)
- [Lesson Two: Incarcerated Adults](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-two-incarcerated-adults/)
- [Lesson One: The Dutch Legal System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-one-the-dutch-legal-system/)
- [Introduction to Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/introduction-to-trauma/) - “Trauma is the most avoided, ignored, denied, misunderstood, and untreated cause of human suffering. ... The effects of unresolved trauma can affect our habits and outlook on life, leading to addictions and poor decision-making. It can take a toll on our family life and personal relationships. It can trigger real physical pain, symptoms, and disease.
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-3/)
- [LEÇON SIX Santé mentale et addictologie des personnes incarcérées](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-six-sante-mentale-et-addictologie-des-personnes-incarcerees/) - Introduction: Après avoir vu les traumatismes, leurs effets sur le cerveau et l’effet traumatisant de l'expérience carcérale, nous allons nous intéresser aux troubles psychiatriques au sein de la population en milieu fermé.
- [lesson / quiz test](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-quiz-test/)
- [AVANT DE COMMENCER](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/avant-de-commencer-2/)
- [Sujet # 2 : Structure de la formation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/sujet-2-structure-de-la-formation/)
- [AVANT DE COMMENCER](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/avant-de-commencer/)
- [Lesson 3, Chapters 8-9](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-3-chapters-8-9/) - Chapter 8. White Body Supremacy and the PoliceChapter 9: Changing the World Begins with Your Body White supremacy is also harmful to police bodies. They often fear African Americans and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color). This fear has their bodies poised to control, damage, and destroy. Often, the trauma they inflict on Black
- [Lesson 2, Chapters 23-24](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-2-chapters-23-24/) - Chapter 23. Healing Is in Our HandsChapter 24. The Reckoning “For centuries, it was possible for white Americans to accept white-body supremacy without questioning it; to enjoy its privileges and to take them for granted; and to ignore or deny the ways in which white-body supremacy routinely harmed dark bodies. Those days are now over.
- [Lesson 1, Chapters 18-22](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-1-chapters-18-22/) - Chapter 18. Body-Centered ActivismChapter 19. Creating CultureChapter 20. Cultural Healing for African AmericansChapter 21. Whiteness without SupremacyChapter 22. Reshaping Police Culture It is possible to not only change the culture of police, but to also change the culture of incarceration, which is currently founded on principles of punishment. The system relies on fear and control,
- [Lesson 3, Chapters 13-17](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-3-chapters-13-17/) - Chapter 13. Reaching out to Other BodiesChapter 14. Harmonizing with Other BodiesChapter 15. Mending the Black Heart and BodyChapter 16. Mending the White Heart and BodyChapter 17. Mending the Police Heart and Body Because we experience trauma in our bodies, we also heal trauma through our bodies. Yoga provides an opportunity to begin this process
- [Lesson 2, Chapter 12](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-2-chapter-12/) - Chapter 12. The Wisdom of Clean Pain Menakem defines clean pain as pain that mends and can build your growth capacity and occurs when responding from the best parts of yourself. Dirty pain, on the other hand, is what he refers to as "the pain of avoidance, blame, or denial- when you respond from your
- [Lesson 1, Chapters 10-11](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-1-chapters-10-11/) - Chapter 10. Your Soul NerveChapter 11. Settling and Safeguarding Your Body Menakem refers to the vagus nerve as the “soul nerve” and writes, “The soul nerve is the unifying organ of your entire nervous system, reaching into your throat, lungs, heart, stomach, liver, spleen, pancreas, kidney, and gut.” Chapter 10, pg. 147 This nerve is
- [Lesson 2, Chapters 4-7](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-2-chapters-4-7/) - Chapter 4- European Trauma and the Invention of WhitenessChapter 5 - Assaulting the Black HeartChapter 6- Violating the Black BodyChapter 7- The False Fragility of the White Body The act of inflicting trauma on other bodies started long before 1619. Menakem illustrates numerous examples of white people harming other white people through murder, torture, enslavement,
- [Lesson 1, Chapters 1-3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/lesson-1-chapters-1-3/) - Chapter 1. Your Body and BloodChapter 2. Black, White, Blue, and YouChapter 3: Body to Body, Generation to Generation Menakem uses the first chapter to explain that white supremacy is rooted in our bodies. While some may have good intentions, this does not erase centuries of programming that have taught society that Black bodies are
- [Self Study / Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/self-study-reflection-2/) - The prompts offered at the end of each module are invitational. Suggestions. You may be attracted to a different topic, idea, or inspiration. Connect with that. You are your best teacher and your best student. The frustration you cause will bring you each what you seek. When the downward spirals suck you in, practice Ahimsa.
- [Welcome Section](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/welcome-section/)
- [Lección Uno: Conociendo más sobre el encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-uno-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad-3/)
- [Lección Dos: Disparidades Raciales y Económicas en el Encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-dos-disparidades-raciales-y-economicas-en-el-encarcelamiento-3/) - Es probable que no sea novedad para ti que en el sistema de justicia penal, el racismo sistémico, discriminación institucional y desigualdad socio-económica pueden producir brechas en las tasas de arresto y de encarcelamiento, desigualdad en la duración de las sentencias y un acceso diferencial a los beneficios de preliberación. Tristemente, entre los principales hechos
- [Lección Tres: Disparidades de Género y Orientación Sexual en el Encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-tres-disparidades-de-genero-y-orientacion-sexual-en-el-encarcelamiento-3/) - Como hemos visto más arriba, no todas las experiencias de encarcelamiento son iguales, y tampoco son iguales las razones porque distintas poblaciones se encuentren sub- o sobre-representadas en las prisiones. Para las mujeres y las personas de la comunidad LGBTTIQ+, además de las cuestiones de color de la piel y condición económica que enfrentan los
- [Tema #1: Racismo, Clasismo, Sexismo y Homofobia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/tema-1-racismo-clasismo-sexismo-y-homofobia/) - Tema #1: Racismo, Clasismo, Sexismo y Homofobia La interseccionalidad nos ofrece un marco teórico para comprender cómo los aspectos de las identidades sociales y políticas de una persona (por ejemplo, su género, su raza, su clase, su sexualidad, su educación, sus capacidades, su apariencia física, su altura, etc.) pueden combinarse para crear modos únicos de
- [Tema# 1: Encarcelamiento de Mujeres](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/tema-1-encarcelamiento-de-mujeres-2/) - Parecido al racismo estructural y clasismo sistémico que enfrentan los hombres pobres y de tez morena, muchas mujeres privadas de su libertad han sido criminalizadas/os por una multiplicidad de factores tales como pertenecer a las clases más bajas, con menor instrucción académica, con ocupaciones en sectores donde predomina la precariedad laboral, por habitar en las
- [Tema #2: ¿Dónde me sitúo?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/tema-2-donde-me-situo/) - A medida que entablamos esta conversación, y sin importar dónde estés en tu propia exploración y comprensión de estos temas, puede ser que a veces te sientas incómoda/o. Sin embargo, tomar conciencia de cómo estas “insidiosas enfermedades culturales” nos influyen y vamos creando formas sutiles y no tan sutiles de prejuicios contra cierta población, puede
- [Tema #2: Encarcelamiento de personas LGBTQI+](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/tema-2-encarcelamiento-de-personas-lgbtqi/) - Tema #2: Encarcelamiento de personas LGBTQI+ En muchos países las minorías sexuales están privadas de su libertad a tasas desproporcionadamente altas y, una vez privadas de su libertad, tienen más probabilidades de sufrir malos tratos, castigos más duros, violencia sexual y otros actos de violencia y discriminación a manos de otras personas privadas de libertad o
- [Lección Tres: Disparidades de Género y Orientación Sexual en el Encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-tres-disparidades-de-genero-y-orientacion-sexual-en-el-encarcelamiento-2/)
- [Lección Dos: Disparidades Raciales y Económicas en el Encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-dos-disparidades-raciales-y-economicas-en-el-encarcelamiento-2/)
- [Lección Uno: Discriminación e Interseccionalidad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-uno-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad-2/)
- [Lección Uno: Discriminación e Interseccionalidad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-uno-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad/) - “La justicia es como las serpientes, sólo muerde a los descalzos” Oscar Arnulfo Romero
- [Tema# 1: Encarcelamiento de Mujeres](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/tema-1-encarcelamiento-de-mujeres/)
- [Lección Tres: Disparidades de Género y Orientación Sexual en el Encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-tres-disparidades-de-genero-y-orientacion-sexual-en-el-encarcelamiento/)
- [Lección Dos: Disparidades Raciales y Económicas en el Encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/leccion-dos-disparidades-raciales-y-economicas-en-el-encarcelamiento/)
- [Seeing Self, Seeing Individuals; Listening & Learning](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/seeing-self-seeing-individuals-listening-learning/)
- [Methodology](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/methodology/)
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson-2/)
- [Upcoming Workshops](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/upcoming-workshops-4/)
- [Upcoming Workshops](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/upcoming-workshops-3/)
- [Upcoming Workshops](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/upcoming-workshops-2/)
- [Upcoming Workshops](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/upcoming-workshops/)
- [Register for Workshop #1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/register-for-workshop-1/)
- [Additional Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/additional-resources/) - Resmaa Menakem offers additional resources for healing. Check out his free racialized trauma course: Cultural Somatics Free 5 Session Ecourse He was also featured on On Being With Krista Tippett. You can access the podcast here: https://onbeing.org/programs/resmaa-menakem-notice-the-rage-notice-the-silence/ The work he has and contributes to the field of trauma is invaluable. If you would like to
- [Book Club Overview](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/lessons/book-club-overview/) - This course is a companion to My Grandmother’s Hands, by Resmaa Menakem. The intention is to provide additional reflection on body-based therapy for those who are interested in offering yoga or other work with people who are incarcerated. We will ask you to review assignments and reflect on each part of the book. We recommend
- [Part II: Remembering Ourselves](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/part-ii-remembering-ourselves/)
- [Training Overview](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/training-overview/)
- [Economic Disparities in Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/economic-disparities-in-incarceration/)
- [Disparities in Gender and Sexual Orientation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/) - Not all experiences of incarceration are the same. For women and individuals in the LGBTQ community, there are often different factors that lead to their incarceration and the different obstacles they face once incarcerated.
- [Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration/)
- [Yoga Service and Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/) - “Yoga has enjoyed an enormous proliferation in the last few decades with millions of people gaining benefits. Millions more are left out because of a lack of resources and/or physical disability. Our personal evolution is intimately intertwined with the collective well-being as a whole. There has never been more of a need to recognize and
- [Yoga Service/ Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/yoga-service-karma-yoga/)
- [Addiction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/addiction/)
- [Lesson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/lesson/)
- [Who is Prison Yoga Project?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/who-is-prison-yoga-project/)
- [Why Yoga for Incarcerated People?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/why-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/)
- [The Problem with Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/lessons/the-problem-with-incarceration/)
## Topics
- [Conscious Relationship and Self Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/conscious-relationship-and-self-reflection/) - The Yoga Service Council: “What is Yoga Service? A Working Definition” also describes conscious relationships and how the commitment to self-reflection is critical to our work: “Sharing yoga always takes place within the context of a relationship. A relationship involves many nuances of the human experience. Conscious relationships acknowledge these nuances and ask people to
- [Neurobiology of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/neurobiology-of-trauma/) - To understand the neurobiological impact of trauma, it is essential to first understand the brain and the functions related to our stress response, including the brain’s critical role in keeping us safe from harm. Although brain science is complex, we want everyone to have a basic understanding of the various parts of the brain, their
- [Embodied-Mindfulness Practice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/training-overview/topic/self-study-and-practice/) - While you are working your way through this training, we encourage you to practice yoga or some form of embodied mindfulness at least once per week using one of the videos we provide. You'll find practice videos in both English and Spanish.
- [Racial Disparities in Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/race-and-incarceration/topic/racial-disparities-in-incarceration/) - We’re going to start to examine race in the criminal justice system first by looking at the status quo and then, in the next topic, look at the history of how we got to where we are today. You may recall seeing this chart in the Prison Policy Initiative’s “The Whole Pie” from the last
- [The Big Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/topic/the-big-picture/) - It is becoming better known that the US makes up approximately 4% of the world's population yet has approximately 20% of the world's incarcerated population, close to 2 million people, on any given day. You can take a look at the growth over the last 40 years on this chart provided by the Sentencing Project. It
- [Tema 5. Autocuidado](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-5-autocuidado-2/) - Cuando crecemos, nos damos cuenta que tenemos dos manos, una para ayudar a otras personas, y la otra para ayudarnos a nosotros mismos. Maya Angelou. "En la medida que trabajamos desde una conciencia despierta, presente, ecuánime y compasiva, podremos establecer relaciones sanadoras para los pacientes y vivir experiencias transformadoras para ambos. Así el autocuidado deja
- [Tema 2. ¿Cómo es la clase de yoga informado en trauma que se realiza en las prisiones?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-2-como-es-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma-que-se-realiza-en-las-prisiones/) - En la lección anterior enlistamos los elementos que constituyen una clase de yoga informado en trauma. Ahora nos detendremos en cada uno de ellos para observar la forma en la cual se realiza en las prisiones. El entorno: confianza y libertad El entorno es esencial para el desarrollo de una clase de yoga informado en
- [Tema 1. El yoga en las prisiones](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-1-el-yoga-en-las-prisiones-y-los-samskaras/) - Trauma y disociación Uno de los efectos más comunes del trauma es la disociación: esa desconexión de la realidad, de las otras personas y del propio cuerpo.A menudo se vive como un entumecimiento emocional.Es un recurso de supervivencia, frecuente en quienes han atravesado episodios traumáticos graves o repetidos, como una manera de evitar volver a
- [Tema 3. Sustancias psicoactivas y su consumo en las cárceles](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad-2/topic/tema-3-sustancias-psicoactivas-y-su-consumo-en-las-carceles/) - 📌 1. ¿Qué es la adicción? De acuerdo con la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS), la adicción es una enfermedad física y psicoemocional que genera dependencia o necesidad hacia una sustancia, una actividad o incluso una relación. La Sociedad Americana de Medicina de Adicciones (ASAM) amplía la definición: “La adicción es una enfermedad primaria
- [Tema 1. Violencia y cultura carcelaria](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-4-sensibilidad-cultural-en-el-espacio-carcelario/topic/tema-1-violencia-y-cultura-carcelaria/) - El término cultura es uno de los más complejos para las disciplinas del área social y humanística, y no es este el espacio para hacer un estudio completo al respecto. Para introducirnos al tema seguimos a Bikhu Parekh, quien define cultura como un sistema de creencias y prácticas en torno a las cuales un grupo comprende, regula
- [Tema 1. ¿Para qué existen las prisiones?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-1-para-que-existen-las-prisiones/) - La existencia de los centros penitenciarios suele parecernos natural. Pensamos que, así como hay escuelas, hospitales o iglesias, también debe haber cárceles. Pero, ¿realmente conocemos cómo funcionan y para qué existen? 🧠 En realidad, mucho de lo que sabemos sobre las prisiones proviene de las películas, las noticias sensacionalistas o narrativas históricas simplificadas. Esto alimenta
- [Recognizing Harm & Clarifying Consent](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-3/topic/recognizing-harm-clarifying-consent-2/) - As we begin this journey into sharing trauma-informed yoga, with considerations to deepening awareness and understanding of the stress response, trauma, and mindful embodiment, we must address consent. Just because an individual arrives in a yoga space does not translate to them giving consent to be touched, to having their personal space invaded, to being
- [Foundational Training Workshops](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/training-overview/topic/foundation-training-workshops/) - Foundational Training Workshops: Live or Recorded Options Our Foundational Training Workshops are a key part of your training experience. They introduce you to our approach to trauma-informed yoga facilitation through both practice and discussion. These workshops are designed to give you an embodied understanding of the concepts covered in the online content. How to Attend:
- [Styles of Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy/topic/styles-of-yoga-2/) - As we’ve seen, the practice of yoga evolved over the centuries, but always with the intention of union within the self, finding connection and contentment between the mind, body, and spirit. This manifests differently for each individual who practices, as we will learn when we look more closely at Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, with dedication and
- [The Muscular System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-2/topic/the-muscular-system/) - As we continue to become familiar with the foundation of human anatomy related to yoga, it is essential to understand the muscular system. The structure and function of our muscles support our skeleton and entire body. From the beating of our heart to circulate blood to the contraction of muscles in the digestive system to
- [The Importance of Living Your Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy/topic/the-importance-of-living-your-yoga/) - To teach yoga, it is also crucial to practice yoga. Not selective yoga, focused on postures and photographs of serenity, with ambitions of saving and inspiring people, but the deep inner healing and wellness work. One of the beautiful truths about trauma-informed yoga is that it allows us the opportunity to work with our trauma
- [Instructing Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-12/topic/instructing-youth-2/) - When offering trauma-informed yoga programs to youth, we modify the program to meet their specific needs, both mentally and physically. If you have worked with both adults and children, you understand the unique needs of these generational populations. Youth classes often reduce the amount of time spent on one activity for optimal focus. Modifying poses
- [Comparative Philosophy- Vayus](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-10/topic/comparative-philosophy-vayus/) - The Sanskrit word Vayu refers to the energetic movements within the body. The root 'va', means “that which flows” , offering that a Vayu is an energetic force that moves within an energetic body supporting its function. There are five primary vayus and each flows in a specific direction to contribute to bodily functions and
- [Knees & Ankles](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-4/topic/knees-ankles/) - In the last module, we reviewed the feet and discussed the importance of offering cues to guide foot placement to support posture, balance, and muscle engagement. Let us now take a closer look at ankle and knee structure to gain a deeper understanding of the mobility and stability of these areas of the body. This
- [Permission to be Powerful](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-6/topic/permission-to-be-powerful/) - Strength and resilience are cultivated not just for the body but for the mind. In trauma-informed yoga, this growth happens symbiotically—physical strength supports mental clarity, and emotional resilience enhances physical capability. Facilitators guide participants to explore these connections through mindful movement and awareness, fostering a sense of empowerment. Many individuals may arrive at the practice
- [Rethinking Ability, Injury, & Mobility (Mental & Physical)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-7/topic/rethinking-ability-injury-mobility-mental-physical/) - Just as you are your ideal student and teacher, so too are the individuals who may participate in your classes. And while some may have a history of invasive trauma and/or are actively repairing connections and gaining understanding about themselves, they are still the authority on what is best for them. As you guide a
- [Revisiting Balance - Gunas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-13/topic/revisiting-balance-gunas/) - Let’s continue to explore Ayurveda by understanding the Gunas. The three Gunas are energies that affect our actions. They are Sattva, Rajas and Tamas. Sattva offers stillness, clarity and balance and allows us to move forward. Rajas essentially has us on the hamster wheel, caught in where and how change can enter our life. It is
- [Ayurvedic Exploration– Doshas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-13/topic/ayurvedic-exploration-doshas/) - In Ayurveda, the doshas are considered the forces that determine physiological, mental, and emotional health. They are Pitta, Vata, and Kapha. Our Prakriti, or true nature, is our unique combination of these three doshas. As you observe the diagrams below, you will see that Pitta is connected with fire and water. Individuals who have strong
- [A Look at Ayurveda](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-13/topic/a-look-at-ayurveda/) - Ayurveda is a sister science of yoga. It is a traditional system of medicine originating in India thousands of years ago. Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to health and wellbeing by focusing on diet, herbal remedies, exercise, meditation, breathing, and movement as preventative care rather than treatment. The practice is designed to be customized specifically
- [Yogic Purification and (mis)Perceptions of “Healthy”](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-13/topic/yogic-purification-and-misperceptions-of-healthy/) - There are many perceptions of what constitutes a healthy individual. Social media is saturated with wellness tips and images of varying body designs, each with a selected caption to draw our attention. “Slim down,” “Bulk up,” “Eat this,” “Move this way”! It is overwhelming to find what is right for us when we are constantly
- [Comparative Discussion - Bhagavad Gita](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-13/topic/comparative-discussion-bhagavad-gita-2/) - We invite you to read excerpts or an entire translation of Bhagavad Gita. As we absorb the entirety of this training, and our growing knowledge of the practice of yoga, let us explore this ancient text and the lessons it offers. This epic poem teaches us the value of the royal path of yoga and
- [Jnana Yoga- Continuing the Quest for Knowledge & Understanding](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-13/topic/jnana-yoga-continuing-the-quest-for-knowledge-understanding-3/) - Once you complete this YTT training, so begins your journey of continued learning. The opportunities to expand your knowledge within the practice of yoga and beyond are limitless! The foundations you are building in this YTT has given you exposure to much of what yoga offers and we invite you to begin to consider what
- [Bhakti Yoga - Connecting with Ritual](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-13/topic/bhakti-yoga-connecting-with-ritual/) - While the foundations of Bhakti Yoga are rooted in devotion to God, love, and ritual, this can be explored beyond traditional prayer and scripture for those who may not connect to a formal relationship to religious practices. Some may feel connection to spirit through Earth rituals, Moon circles, and sound baths, choosing to immerse in
- [Service as a Facilitator - Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-14/topic/service-as-a-facilitator-karma-yoga/) - Take a moment to reflect on your yoga practice. Whether self-guided or joined with others, often as awareness of personal history increases, so does the need for support and security. This discussion allows for anecdotal examples of the healing process and looks at the fears associated with “stirring the pot” or “opening old wounds.” It
- [Working for a Just & Equitable Future](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-12/topic/working-for-a-just-equitable-future-2/) - Part of dedicating yourself to this work is also taking the time to acknowledge where, when, why, and how you would like to proceed. You may find after these last few months that the only service you should be offering is continued service to your own healing. You may find you are inspired to learn
- [Incorporating Mudras](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-13/topic/incorporating-mudras-2/) - Some people are tactile learners. They learn by touch, by doing. By incorporating Mudras, or symbolic hand gestures, into your practice, you may feel a deeper connection to the emotions that arise through your practice. Mudras help add an extra level of focus to movement and meditation practices, connecting the body and brain in a
- [Mitigating the Risk of Burn-Out](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-13/topic/mitigating-the-risk-of-burn-out-2/) - A common conversation throughout this program that will continue as you become certified, begin sharing the practice of yoga with others, and use your voice to give action to your passions is the risk of burn-out. We discuss it often, in many different platforms, to express the absolute importance of self care and more importantly,
- [A Comparative Look at the Nadis](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-11/topic/a-comparative-look-at-the-nadis-2/) - As we look at our internal systems from a modern scientific perspective, it is also important to connect the metaphysical view. The nadis are energy channels that connect the chakra system and support the rising kundalini. We can consider the circulatory system as we think of the nadis. The kundalini is a spiritual energy that
- [The Heartbeat & The Breath: Instructing Self Soothing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-11/topic/the-heartbeat-the-breath-instructing-self-soothing/) - Before continuing this section, take a few minutes to deepen your knowledge of stress responses. Watch: The Fight Flight Freeze Response (3 minutes) Read: Medulla oblongata - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (7 minutes) In addition to these resources, we have discussed and observed videos demonstrating how stress and trauma impact the functions of
- [The Cardiovascular System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-11/topic/the-cardiovascular-system/) - Our circulatory system essentially keeps us going in a similar way to an engine running a machine. Our pumping engine, our heart, pumps our blood throughout the body. In a system that both accepts blood in and pumps blood out, our heart and circulatory system act also as a filtering system to bring fresh oxygenated
- [Justifiable Rage](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-11/topic/justifiable-rage/) - Let us take a virtual research field trip. We will each begin where we are, in our own communities. Consider your current awareness of legislation, policies, protests, local resources, mental health access, community events, environmental projects, property zoning, etc. Now take time to research public records. Look for upcoming town meetings, legislative hearings, community protests,
- [Yoga as a Path to Self and Collective Liberation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-11/topic/yoga-as-a-path-to-self-and-collective-liberation-3/) - YOUR VOICE MATTERS. Your unique history, perspective, and passion are going to be the most important gifts you can share with your future students. As you continue to build your personal practice and connect with aspects of philosophy, movement, and resources that speak to your personal experiences, you will be prepared to share this in
- [Svadhyaya](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-11/topic/svadhyaya-3/) - (Svad-ya-ya) is the Niyama all about you and collecting information to support your growth and your practice. Svadhyaya often refers to self study or the study of scripture/supportive literature and it gives you the opportunity to catch up to yourself and become reacquainted. If your experiences so far with your yoga practice are similar to
- [Ahimsa](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-3/topic/ahimsa/) - Let us begin our journey into the personal ethics offered in the eight-fold path known as The Yamas. Ahimsa, also called non-harm/non-violence, is the deepest foundational root of a healing-centered yoga practice. Ahimsa offers to us that, along with our commitment to ourselves and the embarking of this yoga journey, we bring our awareness and
- [Establishing a Class Theme](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-12/topic/establishing-a-class-theme-4/) - A class theme can often be used to connect the sequence of the practice you offer and may provide opportunities to support participants with words and ideas in addition to the movement and breath work offered. Themes can be used to share aspects of yoga philosophy, to bring focus and attention to emotions, or even
- [Review Neuroscience of Yoga / Impact of Youth Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-12/topic/review-neuroscience-of-yoga-impact-of-youth-trauma-2/) - We have discussed the benefits trauma-informed yoga has on the nervous system, but let us consider the differences in the benefits of yoga for younger populations. Youth have different needs when practicingyoga. During adolescence, the brain's pre-frontal cortex is still developing. The brain's executive center is not fully formed, while a more considerable amount of
- [Digestive System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-10/topic/digestive-system-2/) - The digestive system processes the food we eat into nutrients and energy and disposes of what is not absorbed into the body through elimination. The organs of the digestive system are the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and anus. The salivary glands, pancreas, gallbladder, and liver also support the digestive process. Yoga offers
- [Detoxifying & True Yogic Benefits - Science of Postures for Immune Function](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-10/topic/detoxifying-true-yogic-benefits-science-of-postures-for-immune-function-2/) - The lymphatic system is part of the immune system. This system protects the body from invasive illness and maintains fluid levels within the body by removing cellular waste and absorbing fats from the digestive tract. Disease, infections, and blockages affect the function of the lymphatic system. Unlike the circulatory system that is able to move
- [Practice, Self-Care, and Support Systems](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-10/topic/practice-self-care-and-support-systems-2/) - Becoming a force within yourself also requires a significant need to find the discipline within yourself to commit to self-care, to replenishing your reserves through your daily practice, and to begin to connect to support systems within your community. Let us consider again what a daily practice can look like. Yoga is an 8 limbed
- [Yoga as a Revolutionary Force](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-10/topic/yoga-as-a-revolutionary-force-2/) - We have talked of the inertia of a yoga practice to fuel passion into action, but let us take time to explore this more deeply and discuss how our practice and the personal connections and strength developed can become a revolutionary force. Consider the Kleshas, the afflictions of the human condition that alter our perspectives
- [Tapas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-10/topic/tapas-2/) - (Tap-az) speaks to self-discipline. There is no secret that the practice of yoga is a commitment and, while the benefits show themselves even in short breathing exercises, our overall experience and history can attempt to nudge us to give up. This is where Tapas comes in to remind us where we started, how far we’ve
- [Exploring Dhyana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-11/topic/exploring-dhyana/) - The 7th limb of the practice is yoga is the more concentrated and immersed form of meditation known as Dhyana. The single-pointed focus and sense withdrawal practiced with Pratyahara and Dharana prepares you to sit more deeply within your own meditative state, offering, as the mind and body strengthen their connection to one another and
- [Pratyahara](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-11/topic/pratyahara/) - To begin the discussion and exploration into Meditation, we begin with Pratyahara. This limb of yoga is often translated as sense withdrawal, but what does this mean, exactly? To get an idea, take a few moments to consider hobbies and interests you have had throughout your life. Sports, reading, dancing, coloring, building, playing. Is there
- [Comparative Discussion – Koshas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-9/topic/comparative-discussion-koshas-2/) - As we continue to discuss personal growth and exploration, let’s again compare aspects of yoga philosophy and energetic connections. The Upanishads we learned of in module one offered that humans have five energetic bodies of consciousness called koshas. These layers range from dense to subtle. The outermost, being the physical body, or annamaya kosha which
- [Skin, Fascia & Connective Tissue](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-9/topic/skin-fascia-connective-tissue/) - The skin is the most visible organ of the body. Unique to each of us in pigmentation, elasticity, sensitivity. Unique in how we each feel and see from within it. Without a mirror, we can never look into our own eyes. We can only see ourselves from within, and yet, we often look outside ourselves
- [Hurt People, hurt people. Healing People, see people](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-9/topic/hurt-people-hurt-people-healing-people-see-people-2/) - Consider your personal journey. Reflect on the vastness of your life experiences, from your earliest memories to the present day. Where within these recollections do you remember being of service? This could be from helping to tidy your living space as a toddler to serving your community as an advocate for social justice. Holding a
- [No Justice, No Peace](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-9/topic/no-justice-no-peace-2/) - Let us continue to explore contentment from a global perspective. Depending on your personal connection with humanity, the idea of allowing your own contentment seems almost insensitive and selfish. When we are directly exposed to injustices on a daily basis, how can we find a settled place within our mind and body to accept, trust,
- [Using Props/Creative Props](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-10/topic/using-props-creative-props-2/) - One way to offer confidence and connection to participants is by normalizing the use of props and demonstrating the benefit props can deliver. Within each posture training module, we have explored each pose with and without the use of props to deepen your awareness of the variations that may best suit the participants who practice
- [Exploring Chair Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-10/topic/exploring-chair-yoga/) - Practicing yoga postures using a chair as a supportive prop offers opportunities to build balance, muscle strength, and joint mobility while being gentle on the body. While many of the perceptions around chair yoga continue to carry the notion that individuals practicing cannot participate in standing asanas, this is inaccurate. Chair yoga can indeed be
- [Energy Locks (Bandhas)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-8/topic/energy-locks-bandhas-2/) - Often we can find connections between the science of human anatomy and the practices and philosophies of yoga. While the bandhas are not a direct link to the endocrine system, when we look at how hormone distribution in the body can be altered by our experiences and our own influences, we can begin to understand
- [The Endocrine System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-8/topic/the-endocrine-system/) - The endocrine system is made of glands throughout the body that carry hormones. Hormones affect all functions of the body including growth, energy, digestion, temperature, sexuality, and fluid and water retention. Take time to read this article by the Cleveland Clinic to deepen your understanding of the Endocrine System. Endocrine System: What Is It, Functions
- [Following your Moral Compass On & Off the Mat](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-8/topic/following-your-moral-compass-on-off-the-mat-2/) - You may be well aware of the history of injustices in your community and in your country. This knowledge is likely what led you to join this training program. So let us consider how it all connects. You may be here because the practice of yoga means something to you and you wish to share
- [Clearing the Clutter Within](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-8/topic/clearing-the-clutter-within-2/) - As we have discussed, your journey to become a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based yoga facilitator has as much to do with your own healing as it does your gathering knowledge to welcome participants and safely guide them through a healing practice. When you are still carrying your own clutter, you are more susceptible to triggers having an
- [Exposing the Dirt](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-8/topic/exposing-the-dirt/) - As we continue to explore Saucha, we think of purity, cleanliness, and following our gut instinct. How does this translate to a more global view? Let us consider Earth Justice and the overwhelming state of pollution on this planet. According to the Center for Disease Control, “worldwide, 785 million people lack access to basic water
- [Joint & Connective Tissue - Exploring Yin Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-9/topic/joint-connective-tissue-exploring-yin-yoga/) - Let us more closely examine the hip, shoulder, and knee joints as well as the spine. Taking the information learned about the skeletal system in earlier modules and the benefits Yin Yoga can have on the joints from the previous topic, how can we offer this practice to support individual’s asana practice and overall health
- [Deeper Joint Support - Yin Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-9/topic/deeper-balance-yin-yoga-2/) - A cool Yin Yoga practice provides balance within the body to support a warming asana movement practice. Yin offers postures that are held for several minutes and focus on joint support. Yin postures are intended to provide a moderate amount of stress to the connective tissues of the joints, the fascia, tendons, and ligaments to
- [Focusing on Rest - Yoga Nidra](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-9/topic/focusing-on-rest-yoga-nidra-2/) - Yoga Nidra is a practice of deep guided meditation offering breath awareness, centering, and setting an intention. The intention is yours to choose, to connect with, and speak from your deepest desires for your personal healing. This intention is spoken to yourself three times, in real time, with the belief that you are actively achieving
- [The Nervous System - Neuroscience of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-7/topic/the-nervous-system-neuroscience-of-trauma/) - The nervous system of the human body is autonomic, meaning it functions without conscious awareness. This discussion also recognizes that our awareness can impact how our nervous system works. The nervous system consists of the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems. The parasympathetic offers calm to the body while the sympathetic activates the body’s natural fight,
- [Honoring the Path](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-7/topic/honoring-the-path/) - We discussed the ways we steal from others with assumptions or expectations that are not in line with the individual’s needs with Asteya and ways excess and consumption can cause harm with Brahmacharya. And now, with Aparigraha, we look at letting go of expectations and shifting our focus to our present moments. How, as trauma-informed
- [Aparigraha](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-7/topic/aparigraha-2/) - Aparigraha (Ah-par-ee-grah-hah) gives us an opportunity to let go and open ourselves up for new experiences and opportunities. The fifth and final Yama evaluates need over want and encourages us to receive only what is necessary and let go of anything beyond this. It warns against the harm that arises out of greed and the
- [Finding The Unexpected Support System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-8/topic/finding-the-unexpected-support-system-2/) - As individuals begin to heal and understand the roots of their traumas and the long-term impact of these traumas on the mind and body, gentle transitions begin to occur. Partnered with a deeper connection to breath and movement and the increased ability to self-soothe, practitioners of trauma-informed yoga begin to notice the deeper impact of
- [Comparative Discussion – Kleshas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-6/topic/comparative-discussion-kleshas-2/) - Thousands of years ago humans were dealing with suffering. They understood that the Kleshas, the afflictions of the mind, disrupted the ability of the mind and body to function at their greatest capacity. Practicing the 8 Limbs of Yoga was the offering to become aware of and ease these afflictions to better guide an individual
- [Exploring Personal Consumption](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-6/topic/exploring-personal-consumption-2/) - Brahmacharya offers us a perspective of excess. This yama warns against the indulgences of anything in our lives that becomes consuming and therefore perceived as vital to our existence. Brahmacharya speaks to addiction. In many societies, addiction is given a hierarchy. There are organizations to support those who have become so disconnected from themselves that
- [Brahmacharya & The Social Disease of Excess & Replacement](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-6/topic/brahmacharya-the-social-disease-of-excess-replacement/) - (Brah-mah-char-ee-ah) Non-Excess or Moderation is the focus of the fourth Yama. As you continue to observe and practice non-harm, truth, and non-stealing, reflect on the actions and reactions that result from the need for external stimulations. While awareness and practice of Brahmacharya is often mainly interpreted as it relates to sexual activity and abstinence, modern
- [Centering and Somatics Practice Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-5/topic/centering-practice-sequencing-2/) - Centering is a cornerstone of trauma-informed sequencing, offering moments of pause to bring awareness to the sensations and reactions of the mind and body. In the practice of yoga, centering supports the unification of the mind, body, and spirit, fostering a deeper connection to self. These practices cultivate awareness and create pathways for healing by
- [Wrists & Elbows](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-5/topic/wrists-elbows/) - As we begin to look at the supportive joints within the body, we set our focus on the wrists, elbows. Like the majority of human design, these areas of the body are complex and intricate and are both strong and capable as well as vulnerable and a common location for injury and sensitivity. It is
- [Shoulder Joints & Structure](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-5/topic/shoulder-joints-structure/) - The complexity of the structure of the shoulders becomes more evident the more closely you observe the anatomical design. Not only does the shoulder joint support the arms and connect the upper appendages to the axial skeleton, but the intricate layering of muscles and bone structure allows for considerable movement. Review the video animation offering
- [Confronting the Thieves in our Heads](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-5/topic/confronting-the-thieves-in-our-heads-2/) - Shifting now to how we can reflect personally on Asteya in our own practice, let us again consider the narratives within our own heads. Individuals very often steal opportunities from themselves by doubting their own ability, their own “right” to do something. Think of times that you may have had an ambition to do, learn,
- [The Gifts of Knowledge: Being a Learner, Teacher & Collaborator](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-5/topic/the-gifts-of-knowledge-being-a-learner-teacher-collaborator-2/) - While practicing Asteya we can consider the translation of non-stealing. Do not take what you are not deserving of. Many of us are conditioned to think of stealing in a financial or materialistic way. Stealing stuff. But do not take what you are not deserving of is so far beyond stuff. Humans steal humans.
- [Avoiding the Yoga Show](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-6/topic/avoiding-the-yoga-show-2/) - While Prison Yoga Project methodology encourages the facilitator to practice together with participants, this is for purposes of demonstration. As a facilitator, your offerings of postures provide a visual reference to participants who may benefit from seeing a variation of the posture as well as hearing your verbal cues. By practicing along with participants, you
- [Teaching for the Participants’ Needs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-6/topic/teaching-for-the-participants-needs-2/) - Empathy, compassion, non-judgment, and the scope of the yoga facilitator have been and will continue to be topics we explore throughout this program. These are fundamental in our work as trauma-informed, healing-centered yoga facilitators. Your ability to see the participants who join your classes, to empathize with their personal history, show compassion for their unique
- [Spinal Movement / Warming up the Spine](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-4/topic/spinal-movement-warming-up-the-spine/) - Module Three Anatomy explored the spine. We looked at the structure and shape of it, discussed its mobility and vulnerability, and considered how movement supports spine health. As we now look at methodology and teaching yoga, it is essential to discuss how we view and cue the spine. Whether seated, standing, supine or prone, consideration
- [Hip/Pelvic Joints & Structure](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-4/topic/hip-pelvic-joints-structure/) - Our hip joint provides the connection of the lower limbs of the appendicular skeleton to the axial skeleton. The head of the femur bones, the large bones at the top of the leg, our thigh bones connect to the acetabulum, a socket groove that joins the ischium and ilium. The femoral head and the acetabulum
- [Guiding the Room; Cueing for Confidence and Accessibility](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-5/topic/guiding-the-room-cueing-for-confidence-and-accessibility-2/) - Now that you have begun to deepen your experience sharing the practice of yoga as a facilitator during our live sessions, consider again cueing language that builds comfort and confidence for participants and allows for individuals at varying stages in their understanding of yoga to feel supported. Our words matter. Our tone, body language, and
- [Energetic Awareness Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-3/topic/discharge-energy-release-sequencing-2/) - When facilitating a trauma-informed and mindfulness-based yoga program, it is important to consider where participants have been and what they may have experienced before arriving at the yoga space. Individuals may bring varied energy levels—some carrying erratic energy, feeling nervous, excited, or reluctant to participate, while others may feel depleted, withdrawn, or fatigued. Whether high
- [Exploring the Spine](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-3/topic/exploring-the-spine-2/) - Anatomical structure, mobility, and nerve sensation are all connected to the spine. Back pain and injury are among the most common reasons individuals seek yoga. The human spine is typically constructed of 33 vertebrae. The majority of the vertebrae, the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine sections, are connected by ligaments and vertebral discs to allow
- [Building Core Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-3/topic/building-core-awareness-2/) - The muscles of the core support spinal stability, torso mobility, and movement of the upper and lower appendages. Many individuals have trauma, discomfort, and disconnection to their core. From digestive irregularities to injury to insecurity, the relationship one has with one's core can profoundly impact their well-being-- mental, emotional, and physical. As we explore all
- [From the Ground Up; Rooting through the Feet](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-3/topic/from-the-ground-up-rooting-through-the-feet/) - David Keil brings an excellent perspective to the structure and function of our feet in his book Functional Anatomy of Yoga: A Guide for Practitioners and Teachers. While the following passage in Keil’s book is specific to full weight-bearing individuals, his narrative highlights the extraordinary functions of the foot: The foot has to be stable,
- [Normalizing Moderation, Growth, and Competency](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-2/topic/normalizing-moderation-growth-and-competency-2/) - We have discussed establishing a welcome space for participants to feel supported in their yoga journey, but what does this look like in a space where the needs and goals are as unique and varied as the individuals who present to a program? Consider our YTT cohort. How are your own learning needs and goals
- [The Respiratory System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy/topic/the-respiratory-system/) - Take time to review the diagrams and videos offering animations of the respiratory system. As you build your awareness of the physiology at work within the human body, consider taking a moment to sit comfortably and breathe naturally, giving attention to these actions of inhale and exhale within your own body. Watch: Respiratory System, Part
- [Guiding Pranayama](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-2/topic/guiding-pranayama/) - Pranayama and the practice of connecting with and strengthening breath supports the healing process. Many wounds from trauma can be buried deep, yet some are more recent and closer to the surface. By beginning where individuals are, focusing on the natural breath, how it feels, and exploring the embodied sensations that may be connected to
- [Benefits of The Exhale](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-2/topic/benefits-of-the-exhale/) - To deepen your understanding of the benefits of Pranayama and Asana practices for the nervous system, let us explore a passage from the book Freedom From the Inside: A Woman’s Yoga Practice Guide by Prison Yoga Project’s European Ambassador, Josefin Wikstrom, and Founder, James Fox. “The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is the part of our
- [Understanding Anatomical Directional Planes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing/topic/understanding-anatomical-directional-planes/) - The anatomical planes of the body establish a basis of understanding to communicate alignment, movement, and direction. The frontal, or Coronal plane, divides the body into front and back and looks at the movement that abducts and adducts from the central midline of the body. Postures like Warrior II and Goddess Pose are examples of
- [The Skeletal System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-2/topic/the-skeletal-system/) - The skeletal system of the human body has five major functions. It supports the shape and structure of our body, enables movement, protects internal organs, stores minerals and fat, and forms blood cells. The human skeleton is identified in two sections, the axial and appendicular. The axial skeleton includes the skull, spinal column, rib cage;
- [Tema 1. Yoga accesible, yoga inclusivo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-10-accesibilidad-e-inclusividad-en-la-practica-del-yoga/topic/tema-1-yoga-accesible-yoga-inclusivo/) - El sentido de enseñar yoga Enseñar yoga es uno de los mayores servicios: un privilegio divino y una de las ocupaciones más valiosas. Quien facilita una práctica tiene la posibilidad de: Ayudar a los practicantes a reencontrarse con su bondad innata Inspirar en la vida y generar confianza Revitalizar la salud física, mental y espiritual
- [Tema 4. Estructura de una clase de yoga informado en trauma en las prisiones](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-4-estructura-de-una-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma-en-las-prisiones/) - Estructura de una clase de yoga informado en trauma Una clase de yoga sensible al trauma no solo incorpora los elementos que ya conociste al inicio de la lección: también se organiza en seis etapas bien definidas: Valoración o check in Movimientos articulares conscientes (MAC) Balance y regulación Posturas Relajación Cierre Antes de iniciar, un
- [Tema 1. El Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-1-el-proyecto-de-yoga-en-prisiones/) - Testimonio "El yoga, en general, me mantiene mentalmente despierto, físicamente relajado y emocionalmente conectado. Gracias a la práctica, me vuelvo más consciente de mis pensamientos, de mi manera de hablar y, sobre todo, de mis acciones."— Participante del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones El contexto del encierro Las prisiones suelen ser caldo de cultivo para
- [Tema 2. Principales elementos de una clase de yoga informado en trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-8-el-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-2-principales-elementos-de-una-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/) - El yoga es diverso y existen múltiples formas de practicarlo: Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Bikram, Kundalini, entre muchas otras.Cada estilo ofrece bienestar a través de secuencias de asanas bien definidas, algunas con mayor énfasis en mantras, mudras o pranayama. Sin embargo, no todas las prácticas son adecuadas para todas las personas.Quienes presentan síntomas asociados al trauma
- [Tema 1. Introducción al yoga informado en trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-8-el-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-1-introduccion-al-yoga-informado-en-trauma/) - Yoga y presencia en el cuerpo “Las personas que practican yoga son capaces de cultivar la capacidad de permanecer en el presente, de notar y tolerar la experiencia interna, y de desarrollar una nueva relación con sus cuerpos.”— Bessel van der Kolk Origen del Yoga Sensible al Trauma El Yoga Sensible al Trauma (TCTSY) fue
- [Tema 4. Interocepción](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-4-interocepcion/) - La palabra “interocepción” tiene raíces latinas y, sin entrar en mayor discusión, puede entenderse como “mirar hacia adentro”. Hay interocepción cuando centramos la atención en las sensaciones o notamos nuestro estado de ánimo o nuestras emociones. El aprendizaje de habilidades interoceptivas es central para los terapeutas que trabajan con personas traumatizadas, porque la interocepción está directamente
- [Tema 3. Conciencia corporal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-3-conciencia-corporal/) - Conciencia corporal: la base de la atención plena Practicar atención plena significa disminuir la velocidad y salir del piloto automático.Cada movimiento se vuelve más consciente, más presente. La respiración y las sensaciones corporales funcionan como anclas: nos devuelven al aquí y al ahora cuando la mente se dispersa. Al sostener la atención en el cuerpo,
- [Tema 2. Importancia de la atención plena](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-2-importancia-de-la-atencion-plena/) - “La forma más elevada de inteligencia humana es observar sin evaluar.”— Krishnamurti ¿Qué es la atención plena? La atención plena tiene su origen en la tradición Vipassana, cuyo propósito es “ver las cosas como realmente son”.Hoy la conocemos también como mindfulness o conciencia plena, y se define como la capacidad de ser conscientes de nosotros
- [Tema 2. Problemas de salud mental en prisión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad-2/topic/tema-2-problemas-de-salud-mental-en-prision/) - Tema 1. Los procesos bioculturales y la salud Subtema: Salud mental en contextos carcelarios 📌 1. La salud mental en prisión: un panorama crítico En los centros penitenciarios, los trastornos de salud mental son altamente prevalentes.Muchos de ellos se originan antes del encarcelamiento, pero el periodo de encierro intensifica los síntomas y dificulta el acceso
- [Tema 1. Los procesos bioculturales y la salud](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad-2/topic/tema-1-los-procesos-bioculturales-y-la-salud/) - 📌 1. ¿Qué entendemos por procesos bioculturales? Los procesos bioculturales son cambios en la forma y funcionamiento del cuerpo humano que ocurren como respuesta a las prácticas, necesidades y valores de cada cultura. No se limitan a cuestiones estéticas, aunque allí encontramos ejemplos evidentes: tatuajes, perforaciones, el alargamiento del cuello en algunas comunidades de Myanmar
- [Tema 2. Sensibilidad cultural](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-4-sensibilidad-cultural-en-el-espacio-carcelario/topic/tema-2-sensibilidad-cultural/) - 🌎 Módulo: Sensibilidad Cultural y Práctica del Yoga Informado en Trauma Curso: Yoga Informado en Trauma en Contextos de Encierro 💡 Introducción Vivimos en una comunidad humana globalizada, pero culturalmente diversa. En este contexto, surge la necesidad de transformar nuestros criterios tradicionales para valorar lo diferente, y es ahí donde entra en juego la sensibilidad
- [Tema 2. Grupos vulnerables en la cárcel](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-3-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad-en-el-contexto-penitenciario-en-america-latina-clasismo-racismo-sexismo-y-homofobia/topic/tema-2-grupos-vulnerables-en-la-carcel/) - 🌍 La diversidad humana como punto de partida La diversidad es el rasgo más característico de nuestra condición humana. Cada persona tiene una historia, una perspectiva y una forma particular de estar en el mundo. Sin embargo, esta diversidad también ha sido, en muchos contextos, la base de profundas injusticias. Uno de los espacios donde
- [Tema 1. Discriminación e interseccionalidad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-3-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad-en-el-contexto-penitenciario-en-america-latina-clasismo-racismo-sexismo-y-homofobia/topic/tema-1-disparidades-raciales-y-economicas/) - 📜 La Declaración Universal de los Derechos Humanos 10 de diciembre de 1948. La Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas proclama la Declaración Universal de los Derechos Humanos (DUDH), un documento histórico que establece los principios fundamentales para una vida digna, libre y en paz. "Todos los seres humanos nacen libres e iguales en dignidad
- [Tema 3. Primer acercamiento al encarcelamiento en América Latina y el Caribe](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-3-primer-acercamiento-al-encarcelamiento-en-america-latina-y-el-caribe/) - De acuerdo al informe Global prison population and trends. A focus on rehabilitation publicado por la UNODC (Oficina de Naciones Unidas contra la Droga y el Delito), en 2024 había 11.5 millones de personas privadas de su libertad en el mundo, siendo las Américas la segunda región con un mayor número de ellas. En los
- [Tema 2. La reinserción social, el gran reto](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-2-la-reinsercion-social-el-gran-reto/) - El sistema penal en América Latina enfrenta numerosos retos que dificultan su funcionamiento y eficacia. Entre ellos se encuentran: 🚨 Sobrepoblación carcelaria 👮♂️ Falta de personal de seguridad ⚖️ Violaciones sistemáticas a los derechos humanos 💰 Presupuestos insuficientes 🧩 Autogobierno dentro de las prisiones 💊 Venta y consumo de drogas al interior de los centros
- [Tema 1. ¿Qué es el yoga...realmente?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-1-fisonomia-de-la-prision-en-la-region-latinoamericana/) - Cuando hablamos del yoga solemos referirnos a una práctica milenaria cuyos objetivos, técnicas y efectos han permanecido inmutable a los largo de tiempo... ✨ Pero esto no es del todo cierto. El yoga se ha visto renovado, transformado, enriquecido y en muchos casos malinterpretado a lo largo de los más de dos mil años de
- [Recognize](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/recognize/)
- [Tema 4. Desarrollando habilidades para nuestra propia transformación](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-4-desarrollando-habilidades-para-nuestra-propia-transformacion-2/) - No servimos con nuestra fuerza, servimos con nuestro ser. Nos basamos en todas nuestras experiencias. Nuestras limitaciones sirven, nuestras heridas sirven, incluso nuestra oscuridad puede servir. La plenitud en nosotros sirve a la plenitud en los demás y a la plenitud de la vida. El servicio es una relación entre iguales. Al servicio de la
- [Tema 3. Vínculos sanos con quienes nos acompañan en el servicio](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-3-vinculos-sanos-con-quienes-nos-acompanan-en-el-servicio/) - La relación que construimos con las personas que facilitan la práctica en diferentes espacios, y con quienes garantizan, con su dedicación y servicio, la seguridad y el buen funcionamiento de todo proyecto, es esencial. Si bien es cierto que muchas de las personas que ofrecen sus servicios en los espacios carcelarios lo hacen de manera
- [Tema 2. Karma-yoga, el yoga de la acción desinteresada, el yoga del servicio](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-11-karma-yoga-el-yoga-del-servicio/topic/tema-2-karma-yoga-el-yoga-de-la-accion-desinteresada-el-yoga-del-servicio/) - Karma es un término sánscrito que significa “acción” o “hecho”. Así, Karma Yoga es el camino de la acción, pero no de cualquier acción. Generalmente, al actuar lo hacemos con la intención de lograr y obtener algo: se trabaja para obtener un salario, se estudia para lograr un aprendizaje, se ejercita el cuerpo para mejorar la
- [Tema 1. La Bhagavad Gita o Canto del Bienaventurado](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-11-karma-yoga-el-yoga-del-servicio/topic/tema-1-la-bhagavad-gita-o-canto-del-bienaventurado/) - La Bhagavad Gita o Canto del Bienaventurado es uno de los escritos más importantes de la tradición literaria india, y sus enseñanzas han inspirado a diferentes personas en todo el mundo, entre quienes se encuentran Mahatma Gandhi y Francisco I. Madero. La Bhagavad da respuestas a muchas de las preguntas que nos hacemos cuando hay
- [Tema 6. Experiencias adversas en la infancia (EAI)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-6-experiencias-adversas-en-la-infancia-eai/) - Existen muchos factores que inciden en el desarrollo de las personas, ya sea grupal o individualmente, a lo largo del ciclo vital, desde la infancia hasta la edad adulta. Específicamente en 1998, en Estados Unidos los doctores Vicent Felitti y Robert Anda publicaron un estudio sobre experiencias infantiles adversas o EAI. Estas son situaciones que
- [Tema 5. Impactos físicos y psicológicos del trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-5-impactos-fisicos-y-psicologicos-del-trauma/) - Vivir en constante estado de alerta lleva al sistema nervioso a desregularse, al tiempo que el umbral de estrés del individuo disminuye y se ve afectada la capacidad cognitiva. En respuesta al peligro externo el procesamiento emocional pasa de la corteza frontal, responsable de la atención enfocada, la motivación y el seguimiento de los objetivos,
- [Tema 4. Neurobiología del trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-4-neurobiologia-del-trauma/) - Cuando una persona vive en un ambiente de amenaza constante surgen problemas físicos y emocionales. Lo mismo ocurre cuando la respuesta a esta situación se vuelve abrumadora, o si alguna circunstancia en particular activa la respuesta del cuerpo ante una amenaza, real o aparente. El sistema nervioso puede adaptarse para responder a un mayor nivel
- [Tema 3. Tipos de trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-3-tipos-de-trauma/) - Para una mejor comprensión de los problemas que enfrentan quienes han vivido experiencias traumáticas, debemos partir del hecho de que existen diferentes tipos de trauma. Algunos de ellos son: Trauma complejo: Se trata de una exposición crónica a un trauma interpersonal en un entorno de maltrato prolongado que a menudo resulta en un impacto más profundo y de
- [Tema 1. Definiendo el trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-1-definiendo-el-trauma/) - “El trauma, nos dice Peter Levine en su Sanar el trauma. Un programa pionero para restaurar la sabiduría del cuerpo, es la causa más evitada, ignorada, negada, incomprendida y no tratada del sufrimiento humano. Me refiero a los síntomas -a menudo debilitantes- que sufren muchas personas como consecuencia de experiencias que perciben como abrumadoras o
- [Tema 4. Retos que enfrentan las personas privadas de su libertad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-4-retos-que-enfrentan-las-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/) - Las personas privadas de su libertad suelen presentar consecuencias a nivel biológico, psicológico y social durante su permanencia en la cárcel: Este tipo de efectos perjudiciales para la población encarcelada están asociados al tiempo de condena. Es decir, a mayor tiempo en la cárcel, peores son las consecuencias. Aunadas a estas problemáticas, hay otras dificultades que
- [Tema 4. Otras formas de justicia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-4-otras-formas-de-justicia/) - Cuando nos preguntamos qué es el crimen, respondemos que este representa una violación a la ley. Y a continuación pensamos que lo natural es que los derechos de quien delinquió se vean reducidos o incluso anulados, porque creemos que esa es la mejor manera de restablecer el equilibrio en la sociedad. Esta forma de pensar
- [Tema 3. Yoga y justicia social](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-3-yoga-y-justicia-social/) - En 2007, la Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas declaró el 20 de febrero como el Día Mundial de la Justicia Social. Pero, ¿esto qué significa? Es probable que al escuchar este término pensemos en equidad, armonía o bienestar, no desde una perspectiva individual sino comunitaria. Y, efectivamente, todas estas ideas forman parte de lo que
- [Tema 2. Los ocho miembros del yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-2-los-ocho-miembros-del-yoga/) - Una de las enseñanzas clásicas del yoga la encontramos en los Yogasutras de Patañjali. Se trata del ashtanga yoga o yoga de los ocho miembros. Estos son: Los ocho miembros del yoga brindan las directrices para el crecimiento de la persona. Contienen principios para las diferentes dimensiones social e individual de la persona a través
- [Tema 2. La relación con el personal de los centros penitenciarios](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-2-la-relacion-con-el-personal-de-los-centros-penitenciarios/) - Al ingresar al espacio carcelario, las primeras personas con quienes se tendrá contacto pertenecen al área técnica, administrativa o al equipo de seguridad. Por el tipo de trabajo que realizan suelen estar en constante alerta y sujetos a una reglamentación que, desde la perspectiva de quienes provenimos del exterior, puede parecer rígida y en algunos
- [Tema 1. Construcción de vínculos sanos con residentes: la importancia de los límites](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-1-construccion-de-vinculos-sanos-con-residentes-la-importancia-de-los-limites/) - La necesidad de establecer relaciones conscientes, predecibles y autorreflexivas no podría ser más relevante o necesaria si lo que se quiere es abordar las demandas de justicia social, incluida la superación del racismo, la desigualdad de género y las desigualdades económicas. La misión del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones es servir en un entorno que
- [Tema 3. Algunas directrices al iniciar un programa o curso de yoga en prisiones](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-3-algunas-directrices-al-iniciar-un-programa-o-curso-de-yoga-en-prisiones/) - Como ya hemos mencionado, el yoga informado en trauma se distingue de otras formas de yoga. Su objetivo no es lograr la perfección en las posturas sino brindar las herramientas que permitan a las personas regular su sistema nervioso para encontrar armonía y bienestar. El yoga informado en trauma puede implementarse en diferentes espacios, desde
- [Tema 2. Pelear, huir, congelarse o complacer](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-2-pelear-huir-congelarse-o-complacer/) - Existen patrones básicos de reacción ante una amenaza. Por ello, cuando una persona experimenta un evento traumático el cuerpo responde automáticamente peleando, huyendo, congelándose o complaciendo al agresor. Conectadas al sistema nervioso, estas respuestas están diseñadas para protegernos de cualquier daño y mantenernos seguros.
- [Tópico #3 - Trazendo Habilidades de Nossa Própria Transformação](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-do-servico-karma-yoga/topic/topico-3-trazendo-habilidades-da-transformacao-pessoal/) - "Não servimos com as nossas forças, servimos connosco próprios. Tiramos partido de todas as nossas experiências. Nossas limitações servem, nossas feridas servem, até mesmo nossas trevas podem servir. A totalidade em nós serve a totalidade nos outros e a totalidade na vida. O serviço é uma relação entre iguais." De Ao Serviço da Vida, Rachel
- [Tópico #2 - Relacionamento Consciente e Autorreflexão](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-do-servico-karma-yoga/topic/topico-2-relacionamento-consciente-e-autorreflexao/) - O Conselho de Serviço de Yoga: "O que é o Serviço de Yoga? A Working Definition" também descreve relações conscientes e como o compromisso com a autorreflexão é fundamental para o nosso trabalho: "A partilha de yoga acontece sempre no contexto de uma relação. Uma relação envolve muitas nuances da experiência humana. As relações conscientes
- [Tópico #1 - O Significado do Serviço de Yoga e Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-do-servico-karma-yoga/topic/topico-1-significado-de-yoga-do-servico-e-karma-yoga/) - "O serviço de yoga pode ser definido como a partilha intencional de práticas de yoga que apoiam a cura e constroem resiliência para todos, independentemente das circunstâncias, ensinadas num contexto de relacionamento consciente enraizado na autorreflexão e autoinvestigação….Enquanto yoga e serviço têm sido praticados juntos, o serviço de yoga como um campo unificado é novo
- [Tópico #1 - Yoga para Pessoal Correcional](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-yoga-para-pessoal-correcional/topic/topico-1-yoga-para-pessoal-correcional/) - O atual estado de encarceramento não é prejudicial apenas para as pessoas encarceradas. Em média, os agentes penitenciários têm uma esperança de vida de apenas 59 anos. Eles relatam maiores taxas de sofrimento físico e mental, uso de substâncias, divórcio e suicídio do que o público em geral. Você lerá mais sobre o estado do
- [Quiz: 4.3.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-yoga-para-pessoal-correcional/topic/quiz-4-3-1/)
- [Topico #3 - Interocepção](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/topic/topico-3-interocepcao/) - A interocepção ocorre quando nossas sensações internas são levadas ao nosso nível de consciência. Nem sempre estamos conscientes de nosso coração batendo, de nosso peito apertando e nossa mandíbula apertando, todas as reações que indicam que estamos em um estado elevado e detetando uma ameaça. Muitas vezes, com traumas, nos desprendemos de nossos corpos e
- [Topic #2 - Consciência Incorporada](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/topic/topic-2-incorporar-a-consciencia/) - Praticar mindfulness envolve atenção alerta, desacelerar e usar a consciência da respiração e as sensações no corpo como âncoras no momento presente para aliviar o foco habitual no pensamento e na mente racional. Assim, em sua essência, mindfulness é uma prática de consciência centrada no corpo que envolve "consciência incorporada". Parte de estarmos atentos e
- [Tópico #1 – Desmistificando a atenção plena](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/topic/topico-1-desmistificando-a-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/) - "A forma mais elevada de inteligência humana é observar sem avaliar." Krishnamurti O mindfulness tem origem na tradição Vipassana de "ver as coisas como elas realmente são". A definição contemporânea de mindfulness, também conhecida como consciência consciente, é uma prática de autoconsciência que envolve prestar muita atenção, de propósito, sem julgamentos, à nossa experiência do
- [Tópico #2 - Reabilitação](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-para-pessoas-encarceradas/topic/topico-2-reabilitacao/) - Como vimos na primeira seção deste treinamento, o principal objetivo de encarcerar pessoas nos EUA é puni-las pelos crimes que cometeram contra o Estado. Também revisamos as taxas de reincidência, cujos altos percentuais são reflexo do fracasso do nosso atual sistema prisional em reduzir as reincidências e o encarceramento em massa, bem como em devolver
- [Tópico #1 – Curar Danos Causados](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-para-pessoas-encarceradas/topic/topico-1-curar-danos-causados/) - Um dos impactos mais comuns do trauma é a dissociação, uma desconexão de si mesmo e dos outros e da realidade. Um sintoma de dissociação é chamado de entorpecimento emocional, que pode se tornar um modo de vida para muitas pessoas que experimentaram episódios graves ou múltiplos de trauma e procuram evitar sentir mais dor
- [Topic #3 - Como o Yoga Informado sobre o Trauma (TIY) difere do Yoga convencional](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-porque-yoga-para-o-trauma/topic/topic-3-como-o-yoga-informado-sobre-o-trauma-tiy-difere-do-yoga-convencional/) - O yoga informado por trauma cria uma oportunidade para os indivíduos fortalecerem seus sistemas nervosos e desenvolverem maior resiliência ao estresse, ansiedade e outros sintomas de trauma não resolvido. Aqueles com um SNS hiperativo podem praticar certos asanas, consciência consciente, técnicas de respiração e momentos de quietude para ativar o SNP. Eles também podem se
- [Quiz: 3.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-porque-yoga-para-o-trauma/topic/quiz-3-1-1/)
- [Tópico #2 – A Resposta do Corpo ao Stress](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-porque-yoga-para-o-trauma/topic/topico-2-a-resposta-do-corpo-ao-stress/) - Os problemas surgem quando uma pessoa suporta um ambiente de ameaça constante ou quando a resposta ao stress fica sobrecarregada, e as circunstâncias subvertem a resposta do corpo a uma ameaça. Na primeira situação, o sistema nervoso pode adaptar-se a um nível elevado de perigo, tornando difícil para a pessoa passar para um estado de
- [Quiz: 3.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-porque-yoga-para-o-trauma/topic/quiz-3-1-2/)
- [Tópico #1 - Neurobiologia do Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-porque-yoga-para-o-trauma/topic/topico-1-neurobiologia-do-trauma/) - Para compreender o impacto neurobiológico do trauma, é essencial compreender primeiro o cérebro e as suas funções relacionadas com a nossa resposta ao stress, incluindo o papel crítico que desempenha para nos manter a salvo de danos físicos. Embora a ciência do cérebro seja complexa, queremos que todos tenham uma compreensão básica das várias partes
- [Quiz: 2.3.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-problemas-de-saude-mental/topic/quiz-2-3-0/)
- [Quiz: 2.3.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-problemas-de-saude-mental/topic/quiz-2-4-0/)
- [Tópico #2: Vício](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-problemas-de-saude-mental/topic/topico-2-vicio/) - Muitas pessoas encarceradas lutam contra o uso de substâncias, e muitas têm transtorno por uso de substâncias. Os seguintes fatos vêm do artigo, "Online only: Report find most U.S. prisons suffer of substance abuse or addiction" (Apenas online: Relatório conclui que a maioria dos presos dos EUA sofre de abuso ou dependência de substâncias), que
- [Tópico #1: Saúde Mental nos EUA](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/3a-licao-problemas-de-saude-mental/topic/topico-1-saude-mental-nos-eua/) - As instituições correcionais dos EUA são agora conhecidas como "os novos asilos" neste país. A Cadeia do Condado de Los Angeles, a Cadeia do Condado de Cook, em Chicago, ou a Cadeia de Rikers Island, em Nova Iorque, abrigam mais pessoas com doenças mentais do que qualquer grande hospital psiquiátrico nos Estados Unidos. Outras questões
- [Quiz 2.2.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-trauma-e-encarceramento/topic/quiz-2-2-2/)
- [Tópico #2: Trauma e Encarceramento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-trauma-e-encarceramento/topic/topico-2-trauma-e-encarceramento/) - No tópico anterior, introduzimos o conceito de ACEs. Embora o estudo tenha sido inicialmente conduzido para rastrear as ACEs e seu impacto nos resultados de saúde a longo prazo, a pesquisa inicial e subsequente revelou uma riqueza de informações sobre os efeitos das consequências sociais das ACEs, incluindo o encarceramento. Aqui está um gráfico da
- [Quiz 2.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-trauma-e-encarceramento/topic/quiz-2-2-1-2/)
- [Tópico #1: EAIs (Experiências Adversas na Infância)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-trauma-e-encarceramento/topic/topico-1-eais-experiencias-adversas-na-infancia/) - Outro componente crítico da compreensão do trauma é aprender os impactos das experiências adversas na infância (ECAs). O estudo CDC - Kaiser ACE divulgado em 1998 investigou experiências traumáticas na infância e o efeito que elas têm na saúde e no bem-estar na vida adulta. Eles concluíram que, à medida que o número de ACEs
- [Tópico #2: Tipos de Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-introducao-ao-trauma/topic/topico-2-tipos-de-trauma/) - Para uma melhor compreensão das origens ou do impacto de alguém que luta com questões relacionadas com experiências traumáticas, existem inúmeros tipos de trauma a considerar. Trauma complexo: exposição a traumas interpessoais crônicos em um ambiente prolongado de maus-tratos, particularmente no início da vida, que muitas vezes resulta em um impacto mais profundo e abrangente
- [Tópico #1: Definindo Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-introducao-ao-trauma/topic/topico-1-definindo-trauma/) - Nos tópicos seguintes, exploraremos a ligação entre trauma de infância e encarceramento, bem como a natureza traumatizante do próprio encarceramento. A Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), no documento Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach, oferece a seguinte definição de um programa "trauma-informado": "Um programa, organização ou sistema informado sobre
- [Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration-2/topic/trauma-and-incarceration-3/) - In the previous topic, we introduced the concept of ACEs. While the study was initially conducted to track ACEs and their impact on long-term health outcomes, the initial and subsequent research has revealed a wealth of insight into the effects of ACEs’ social consequences, including incarceration. Here is a chart from The Prison Policy Initiative,
- [Yoga for Correctional Staff:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-correctional-staff-2/topic/yoga-for-correctional-staff-2/) - The current state of incarceration is not just harmful to incarcerated people. On average, correctional officers (COs) have a life expectancy of just 59 years. They report higher physical and mental distress, substance use, divorce, and suicide rates than the general public. You will read more about the state of CO wellness in the assignments
- [Interoception](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness-2/topic/interoception-2/) - Interoception occurs when our internal sensations are brought to our level of consciousness. We are not always consciously aware of our heart beating, of our chest tightening, and our jaw clenching, all reactions that indicate we are in a heightened state and detecting a threat. Often, with trauma, we become detached from our bodies and
- [Embodied Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/embodied-awareness/) - Practicing mindfulness involves alert attention, slowing down, and using awareness of breathing and sensations in the body as anchors into the present moment to alleviate the habitual focus on thinking and the rational mind. So, at its core, mindfulness is a body-centered awareness practice that involves “embodied awareness.” Part of being mindful and aware of
- [Embodied Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness-2/topic/embodied-awareness-2/) - Practicing mindfulness involves alert attention, slowing down, and using awareness of breathing and sensations in the body as anchors into the present moment to alleviate the habitual focus on thinking and the rational mind. So, at its core, mindfulness is a body-centered awareness practice that involves “embodied awareness.” Part of being mindful and aware of
- [Healing Harm Caused](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people-2/topic/healing-harm-caused-2/) - One of the most common impacts of trauma is dissociation, a disconnection from self and others and reality. A symptom of dissociation is called emotional numbing, which can become a way of life for many people who have experienced severe or multiple episodes of trauma and seek to avoid feeling further emotional or physical pain.
- [Demystifying mindfulness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness-2/topic/demystifying-mindfulness-2/) - “The highest form of human intelligence is to observe without evaluating.” Krishnamurti Mindfulness originates from the Vipassana tradition to “see things as they truly are.” The contemporary definition of mindfulness, also known as mindful awareness, is a self-awareness practice that involves paying close attention, on purpose, non-judgmentally, to our present moment experience. This self-regulation
- [Rehabilitation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people-2/topic/rehabilitation-2/) - As we saw in the first section of this training, the primary purpose of incarcerating people in the U.S. is to punish them for the crime(s) they have committed against the state. We also reviewed recidivism rates, the high percentages for which are reflective of the failure of our current prison system to reduce re-offenses
- [How Trauma-Informed Yoga (TIY) Differs from Mainstream Public Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma-2/topic/how-trauma-informed-yoga-tiy-differs-from-mainstream-public-yoga/) - Trauma-informed yoga creates an opportunity for individuals to strengthen their nervous systems and develop greater resilience to stress, anxiety, and other symptoms of unresolved trauma. Those with an overactive SNS can practice certain asanas, mindful awareness, breathing techniques, and moments of stillness to activate the PNS. They can also become better attuned to their bodies’
- [The Body’s Stress Response](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma-2/topic/the-bodys-stress-response-2/) - Problems arise when a person endures an environment of constant threat or when the stress response becomes overwhelmed, and the circumstances subvert the body’s response to a threat. In the former situation, the nervous system can adapt to a heightened level of danger, making it difficult for the person to move into a state of
- [Neurobiology of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma-2/topic/neurobiology-of-trauma-3/) - To grasp the neurobiological impact of trauma, it is essential to first understand the brain and its functions related to our stress response, including the critical role it plays in keeping us safe from physical harm. While brain science is complex, we want everyone to have a basic understanding of the various parts of the
- [Addiction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/addiction-2/) - Many incarcerated people struggle with substance use, and many have substance use disorder. The following facts come from the article, “Online only: Report finds most U.S. inmates suffer from substance abuse or addiction” which references a report from 2009. • 65% of incarcerated people (1.5 million) meet DSM-IV criteria for substance abuse. • 20% of
- [Mental Health in the US](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/mental-health-in-the-us/) - U.S. correctional institutions are now known as "the new asylums" in this country. Los Angeles County Jail, Chicago's Cook County Jail, or New York's Rikers Island Jail hold more people with mental illness than any major psychiatric hospital in the United States. Other important issues, further stated in "Serious Mental Illness Prevalence in Jails and
- [ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration-2/topic/aces-adverse-childhood-experiences-2/) - Another critical component of understanding trauma is learning the impacts of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). The CDC - Kaiser ACE study released in 1998 investigated traumatic childhood experiences and the effect they have on later-life health and well-being. They concluded that as the number of ACEs increased, so did the chance of negative outcomes, including
- [Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/introduction-to-trauma-2/topic/types-of-trauma-3/) - For a better understanding of the origins or impact of someone struggling with issues related to traumatic experiences, there are numerous types of trauma to consider. Complex Trauma: chronic interpersonal trauma exposure in a prolonged environment of maltreatment, particularly early in life, that often results in a more profound and wide-ranging impact than a singular,
- [Defining Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/introduction-to-trauma-2/topic/defining-trauma-2/) - In the following topics, we will explore the connection between childhood trauma and incarceration, as well as the traumatizing nature of incarceration itself. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach, offers this definition of what it means to be “trauma-informed”: “A program, organization, or
- [Bringing Skills From Our Own Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/topic/bringing-skills-from-our-own-transformation-2/)
- [Conscious Relationship and Self Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/topic/conscious-relationship-and-self-reflection-2/)
- [The Meaning of Yoga Service and Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/topic/the-meaning-of-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/)
- [Reducing Risk and Promoting Safety](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-10/topic/reducing-risk-and-promoting-safety/) - Facilitators should begin each session by inviting participants to share any injuries, sensitivities, or physical concerns. This information helps inform posture selection, the use of props, and the variations offered. Building a sequence that balances joint mobility, muscle conditioning, and restoration allows participants to meet their unique needs while reducing the risk of strain or
- [Trauma-Informed Methodology in Action](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-4/topic/trauma-informed-methodology-in-action/) - A trauma-informed class begins with an opportunity for participants to check in and share energy levels or focus areas. This is followed by energetic release and structured movements that gradually transition into centering and mindfulness. The sequencing is intentionally designed to mirror the ebb and flow of physical and emotional activation, helping participants develop awareness
- [Trauma-Informed Sequencing: Putting it all Together](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-4/topic/trauma-informed-sequencing-putting-it-all-together-2/) - Trauma-informed sequencing is grounded in the understanding that the body carries the residual effects of past trauma. Sensory triggers can transport individuals into real-time emotions tied to past experiences, impacting their ability to stay present. By offering practices that integrate physical and emotional awareness, facilitators provide tools for self-soothing and nervous system regulation. Key elements
- [Introduction to Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-4/topic/introduction-to-sequencing-2/) - When facilitating a yoga practice, it is essential to understand how sequencing influences participants’ physical, emotional, and energetic experiences. Whether offering a dynamic vinyasa flow, a posture-focused class, or a restorative practice with minimal movement, being mindful of the anatomical and energetic demands of each sequence ensures a safe and supportive environment. For example, if
- [Final Practice Sequences](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-13/topic/final-practice-sequences/) - Throughout this program, you have explored movement and breath through a trauma-informed lens. You have broken down sections of sequencing, practiced guiding others with invitational language, and learned to hold a space that prioritizes safety, agency, and empowerment. As you prepare your final practice sequence for certification, reflect on the principles of trauma-informed yoga that
- [Taking Next Steps](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-13/topic/taking-next-steps/) - As your journey through this training nears its conclusion, it is time to reflect on the next steps in your path as a trauma-informed and healing-centered yoga facilitator. These next steps may take the form of continued self-study and self-care, building on the principles of Tapas (discipline) and Svadhyaya (self-study) to deepen your connection to
- [Structuring Trauma-Informed Practices](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-10/topic/structuring-trauma-informed-practices/) - A complete trauma-informed sequence integrates components that prioritize safety, accessibility, and participant empowerment. Drawing from the Yamas and Niyamas shared throughout this manual, facilitators can design a sequence as follows: Energetic Awareness: Begin with grounding practices inspired by Brahmacharya (Moderation) to connect participants to their breath and energy levels without overwhelming or depleting them. Include
- [Honoring Fatigue, Avoiding Injury, and Incorporating Personal Edge](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-10/topic/honoring-fatigue-avoiding-injury-and-incorporating-personal-edge/) - One of the primary responsibilities of guiding a trauma-informed and healing-centered yoga practice is ensuring the safety of participants. This requires a strong understanding of body mechanics, planes of movement, and how muscles and joints support one another during transitions and postures. By incorporating accessible variations, fostering an environment of self-awareness, and encouraging participants to
- [Sequencing and Structure](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-9/topic/sequencing-and-structure/) - When guiding youth classes, flexibility and responsiveness are key. While a typical class may include a mix of movement, breathwork, and mindfulness, facilitators should remain adaptable to the energy and needs of the group. For instance, if youth arrive in a heightened state of stress, consider starting with playful or active movements before transitioning to
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-and-self-study/)
- [Guiding Trauma-Informed and Healing-Centered Classes for Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-9/topic/guiding-trauma-informed-and-healing-centered-classes-for-youth/) - Youth classes benefit from clear boundaries and expectations that establish a sense of safety and predictability. These boundaries, combined with engaging and developmentally appropriate activities, create an environment where youth feel secure and supported. Trauma-informed yoga for youth incorporates shorter activities to maintain focus, modifies poses for growing bodies, and includes opportunities for playfulness, creativity,
- [Cultivating Radical Self-Care and Empowerment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-8/topic/cultivating-radical-self-care-and-empowerment/) - As trauma-informed facilitators, embracing the principles of Tapas—discipline and radical self-care—not only supports your personal growth but also enhances your ability to guide others. Tapas calls for consistency and commitment, but it also invites a compassionate approach to navigating the challenges inherent in self-reflection and mindfulness. By fostering your own practice, you deepen your understanding
- [Meditation as a Practice of Discipline and Radical Self-Care](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-8/topic/meditation-as-a-practice-of-discipline-and-radical-self-care/) - The Niyama of Tapas—often understood as discipline or inner fire—encourages a consistent commitment to one’s practice. In the context of trauma-informed facilitation, Tapas can also be reframed as radical self-care, a vital element of undertaking the often intimidating journey into meditation. Meditation asks participants to sit with their thoughts, sensations, and emotions, which can feel
- [Incorporating Meditation & Pranayama](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-8/topic/incorporating-meditation-pranayama/) - Meditation and breathwork are integral limbs of yoga, as explored earlier in this module through Pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses), Dharana (concentration), and Dhyana (meditation). These practices provide profound opportunities for self-awareness, healing, and connection. As a trauma-informed and healing-centered facilitator, incorporating these practices thoughtfully into your programs can deeply benefit those you serve. Facilitating
- [Honoring Boundaries, Individual Agency, and Integration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-7/topic/honoring-boundaries-individual-agency-and-integration/) - Throughout a trauma-informed yoga practice, facilitators must prioritize participants’ personal boundaries and individual agency. By emphasizing that each participant is the expert of their own experience, facilitators can create a space where individuals feel safe and empowered to explore their practice at their own pace. Using invitational cues and offering adaptable options encourages participants to
- [Cultivating Practices for Specific Needs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-7/topic/cultivating-practices-for-specific-needs/) - Trauma-informed yoga facilitators often encounter participants with specific physical or emotional concerns, such as back pain, respiratory challenges, or mobility limitations. While facilitators must remain within the scope of their role—avoiding diagnosis or speculation—they can create sequences that offer accessible and empowering tools to support participants’ needs. Addressing Back Pain, Hip Tightness, and Shoulder Tension
- [Building a Sequence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-7/topic/building-a-sequence/) - A complete trauma-informed yoga sequence begins with Energetic Awareness, a phase that helps participants connect with their breath and embodied energy. This foundational section offers practices to release or build energy as needed, providing a grounded starting point for the session. From there, Range of Motion Exploration warms the joints and muscles, focusing on areas
- [Integration & Relaxation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-6/topic/integration-relaxation-sequencing-2/) - Following the Concentration & Focus section, it is important to guide participants into Integration & Relaxation with care and intentionality. This transition marks a shift from active engagement to stillness, offering participants a chance to settle into their bodies and minds. Facilitators should provide supportive reminders that participants are welcome to modify postures or explore
- [Building Awareness and Empowerment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-5/topic/building-awareness-and-empowerment/) - A Concentration & Focus practice encourages self-awareness and empowerment, both for participants and facilitators in training. As a facilitator, reflect on how your expectations and inner narrative may influence your approach to balance, coordination, and flexibility. What personal beliefs might limit your practice or create impatience? By releasing attachment to outcomes and using Aparigraha as
- [Key Focuses in Concentration & Focus](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-5/topic/connection-focus-sequencing-2/) - The Concentration & Focus section of trauma-informed sequencing provides a multifaceted approach to exploring balance, coordination, and mindful stretching. These practices offer participants opportunities to connect with their bodies, observe their inner narratives, and build resilience through self-compassion and patience. This section introduces accessible movements and postures that emphasize personal agency, adaptability, and the importance
- [Supporting Awareness and Regulation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-6/topic/supporting-awareness-and-regulation/) - Facilitators should guide participants at a steady pace, providing clear and deliberate cues to support connection with breath, body, and sensations. Regular pauses for centering are essential throughout this section, offering participants time to check in with their bodies, reflect on sensations, and regulate their nervous systems. These pauses also create opportunities for cultivating Heart
- [Transitioning into Strength & Resilience](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/posture-resources-6/topic/strength-mobility-sequencing-2/) - Transitioning into the Strength & Resilience section involves guiding participants through basic anatomical movements to help them discover accessible posture shapes. For example, facilitating a sagittal plane lunge, such as in Warrior One Pose, provides a foundational landing place for participants. This starting point allows individuals to explore the pose in its most accessible anatomical
- [Range of Motion Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/postures-and-sequencing-4/topic/dynamic-warm-up-sequencing-2/) - After facilitating opportunities for participants to explore their energetic states and engage in movements to release or build energy in the Energetic Awareness section, the practice transitions to a more structured exploration of the body through Range of Motion. This phase deepens focus and concentration, inviting individuals to connect more intentionally with the actions of
- [Part 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/part-3-3/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 5 Part 3 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live. Link to video shared in workshop: Nature's Lessons in Healing Trauma: An Introduction to Somatic Experiencing® (SE™)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmJDkzDMllc&t=15s
- [Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/part-2-4/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 5 Part 2 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/part-1-4/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 5 Part 1 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-4/topic/part-3-4/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 4 Part 3 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-4/topic/part-2-5/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 4 Part 2 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-4/topic/part-1-5/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 4 Part 1 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-3/topic/part-3-2/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 3 Part 3 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-3/topic/part-2-3/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 3 Part 2 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-3/topic/part-1-3/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 3 Part 1 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-4/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 2 Part 4 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-3/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 2 Part 3 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-2-2/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 2 Part 2 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-1-2/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 2 Part 1 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/exploring-identity-bias-foundational-training-workshop-1/lessons/prerecorded-workshop/topic/part-2/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 1 Part 2 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/exploring-identity-bias-foundational-training-workshop-1/lessons/prerecorded-workshop/topic/part-1/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 1 Part 1 video below or skip to the reflection if you attended live.
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-32/)
- [Part 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/ftw-5-part-1/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 5 Part 1 video below and answer the reflection to continue to the next part.
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-31/)
- [Language](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/topic/language/) - What is implied by the language people choose to use? Prisoner? Offender? Convict? These terms are not monolithic, nor do they bring to the forefront that the person described is a human being. We are not working with criminals, convicts, felons. We are working with people who are incarcerated. They are so much more than
- [c: Metodología de Enseñanza](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/c-metodologia-de-ensenanza/) - Apertura. Inicio del programa: Lo más importante para lograr al comienzo de la clase es establecer, lo mejor que se pueda, un ambiente de seguridad, apoyo mutuo y aceptación. Para iniciar una clase de determinada duración, puede ser una clase semanal por un periodo de tres a seis meses, un año o más,) es importante
- [Defining Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/introduction-to-trauma/topic/what-is-trauma/) - In the following topics, we will explore the connection between childhood trauma and incarceration, as well as the traumatizing nature of incarceration itself. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach, offers this definition of what it means to be “trauma-informed”: “A program, organization, or
- [How Trauma-Informed Yoga (TIY) Differs from Mainstream Public Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/how-trauma-informed-yoga-differs-from-other-approached-to-yoga/) - Trauma-informed yoga creates an opportunity for individuals to strengthen their nervous systems and develop greater resilience to stress, anxiety, and other symptoms of unresolved trauma. Those with an overactive SNS can practice certain asanas, mindful awareness, breathing techniques, and moments of stillness to activate the PNS. They can also become better attuned to their bodies’
- [The Body's Stress Response](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/neurobiology-of-trauma-2/) - Problems arise when a person endures an environment of constant threat or when the stress response becomes overwhelmed, and the circumstances subvert the body’s response to a threat. In the former situation, the nervous system can adapt to a heightened level of danger, making it difficult for the person to move into a state of
- [Éléments de langage](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/language-2/) - Qu'implique le langage que les gens choisissent d'utiliser ? Prisonnier(ère) ? Délinquant(e) ? Condamné(e) ? Ces termes ne sont pas monolithiques et réduisent la personne à sa situation. Nous ne travaillons pas avec des criminel(le)s, des condamné(e)s, des délinquant(e)s. Nous travaillons avec des personnes incarcérées. Alors que vous continuez à en apprendre davantage sur les
- [SUJET # 4 : Surpopulation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-4-surpopulation/) - La surpopulation des prisons françaises est un fait réprimandé à répétition par l’Observatoire International des Prisons ainsi que par la Cour Européenne des Droits de l’Homme. En effet, cette surpopulation, couplée à un parc carcéral parfois vétuste, mène à des situations de vie indignes. Pour le pays dit “des Droits de l’Homme”, cela est embarrassant.
- [SUJET # 3 : La Chaîne pénale](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-3-la-chaine-penale/) - ● Schéma sur la procédure pénale ● Entretien avec Didier Fassin (11mn) Écoutez à partir de 19:22 et jusqu’à la 30eme minute. Cet anthropologue, sociologue et médecin français est professeur de sciences sociales à l'Institute for Advanced Studies de Princeton et directeur d’études à l'École des hautes études en sciences sociales.
- [SUJET # 2 : Rôle de la prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-2-role-de-la-prison/) - Consultez les liens/extraits suivants : ● Les différentes peines dans cette infographie du collectif Walden. ● “La Prison, réalités et paradoxes”, Camille Lancelevée & David Scheer
- [Pour Conclure la Leçon](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/pour-conclure-la-lecon/) - Les chiffres nationaux Au 1er Mars 2022, 85 053 personnes sont écrouées, dont 70 246 en milieu fermé et 14 807 en milieu ouvert. 19 434 personnes, soit 27,6 % de la population détenue, est en attente de jugement. Les femmes et les mineur·e·s représentent respectivement 3,6 % et 1 % de la population
- [Sujet # 1 : Bienvenue !](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/avant-de-commencer-2/topic/sujet-1-bienvenue/) - Bienvenue à la formation de Prison Yoga Project : Yoga dans le prisme de l’univers carcéral et des traumatismes. Cette formation en ligne est une évolution du programme de formation en présentiel de week-end que nous proposons depuis 10 ans. Au cours de cette période, plus de 3 000 personnes ont suivi l'un de nos
- [Economic Disparities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/economic-disparities-in-incarceration/topic/economic-disparities/) - “Intersectionality is a theoretical framework for understanding how aspects of a person's social and political identities (e.g., gender, race, class, sexuality, ability, physical appearance, height, etc.) might combine to create unique modes of discrimination and privilege.” When we are looking at the demographic backgrounds of incarcerated people, we quickly see that race is not the
- [Addiction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mental-health-addiction-and-incarceration/topic/addiction/) - Many incarcerated people struggle with substance use, and many have substance use disorder. The following facts come from the article, “Online only: Report finds most U.S. inmates suffer from substance abuse or addiction” which references a report from 2009. • 65% of incarcerated people (1.5 million) meet DSM-IV criteria for substance abuse. • 20% of
- [Mental Health in the US](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mental-health-addiction-and-incarceration/topic/mental-health-issues/) - U.S. correctional institutions are now known as "the new asylums" in this country. Los Angeles County Jail, Chicago's Cook County Jail, or New York's Rikers Island Jail hold more people with mental illness than any major psychiatric hospital in the United States. Other important issues, further stated in "Serious Mental Illness Prevalence in Jails and
- [ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration/topic/aces-adverse-childhood-experiences/) - Another critical component of understanding trauma is learning the impacts of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). The CDC - Kaiser ACE study released in 1998 investigated traumatic childhood experiences and the effect they have on later-life health and well-being. They concluded that as the number of ACEs increased, so did the chance of negative outcomes, including
- [Failures of the Punitive Justice System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/three-approaches-to-justice/topic/failures-of-the-punitive-justice-system/) - Recidivism is the tendency of a formerly incarcerated person to re-offend. Please be sure you have read the sidebar on recidivism from "The Whole Pie - 2024" to understand the complexity and challenges of this often-referenced measure of the success or failure of incarceration. In a study conducted by the Bureau of Justice Statistics and
- [Part 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/ftw-5-part-3/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 5 Part 3 video below and answer the quiz questions to continue to the next part.
- [Part 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/ftw-5-part-2/) - Watch the Foundational Training Workshop 5 Part 2 video below and answer the quiz questions to continue to the next part.
- [What is it like to be incarcerated?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/topic/whats-it-like-to-be-incarcerated/) - Expanding your perspective of the big picture and understanding how that shows up in your community is an important part of preparing yourself to work in prisons and jails. However, taking the wide-angle view can lead us to miss out on the immediate personal experience of what it means to be incarcerated. Fortunately, growing interest
- [Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration/topic/trauma-and-incarceration/) - In the previous topic, we introduced the concept of ACEs. While the study was initially conducted to track ACEs and their impact on long-term health outcomes, the initial and subsequent research has revealed a wealth of insight into the effects of ACEs’ social consequences, including incarceration. Here is a chart from The Prison Policy Initiative,
- [Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/introduction-to-trauma/topic/types-of-trauma/) - For a better understanding of the origins or impact of someone struggling with issues related to traumatic experiences, there are numerous types of trauma to consider. Complex Trauma: chronic interpersonal trauma exposure in a prolonged environment of maltreatment, particularly early in life, that often results in a more profound and wide-ranging impact than a singular,
- [LGBTQ People's Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/lgbtq-peoples-incarceration/) - Sexual minorities are incarcerated at disproportionately high rates and, once incarcerated, are more likely to face mistreatment, harsher punishments, and sexual victimization. Transgender and gender-nonconforming people often face increased levels of mistreatment, including being assigned to facilities based on their perceived gender at birth, denied safe medical treatment, and sometimes placed in solitary confinement for
- [Women's Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/womens-incarceration/) - The larger narrative to reform the criminal justice system often leaves out the specific needs of women and girls. While incarcerated people in the US are predominantly men, in a majority of states women are the fastest-growing incarcerated population. The Prison Policy Initiative breaks down how many women are incarcerated, why they are incarcerated, and
- [Race and the History of Incarceration in the US](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/race-and-incarceration/topic/race-and-the-history-of-incarceration-in-the-us/) - You’re familiar by now with the dubious distinction the US has as the world leader in the incarceration of its people. And you’ve seen how the rate of incarceration varies dramatically for certain groups of people, particularly Black Americans. The US was not always so out of step with the incarceration rates of other countries.
- [Restorative and Transformative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/three-approaches-to-justice/topic/restorative-and-transformative-justice/) - Before founding the Prison Yoga Project, James Fox was the Program Director for a major California-based Restorative Justice Agency. His experience facilitating Restorative Justice principles and practices with incarcerated people greatly influenced his approach to teaching yoga for incarcerated people and the evolution of the Prison Yoga Project’s methodology. Rather than focusing on punishing the
- [Alternative Approaches to Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/three-approaches-to-justice/topic/alternative-approaches-to-justice/) - Punitive Justice, the dominant approach to addressing harm in the US and most of the world, is based on punishment rather than rehabilitation. The presumption is that people will accept responsibility and change their behavior for moral wrongdoing through punishment and has roots in Christian religious and ethical principles derived from the Bible. Unfortunately, punishment
- [The Local Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/topic/the-local-picture/) - You should now have a better idea of how the CJS looks from a broad perspective, an appreciation of the complexity of the system, and some insight into the ways that it might not be so "just" for all those involved. It's time to do some preliminary research into how this plays out in your
- [Welcome!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/training-overview/topic/training-curriculum-and-structure/) - Welcome to Prison Yoga Project’s Foundational Training: Yoga Through the Lens of Incarceration and Trauma. This online training is an evolution of the in-person weekend training program that we have offered for ten years. In that time, more than 3,000 people have attended one of our training programs. Many have become facilitators leading yoga practices
- [Tópico #3- Justiça Restaurativa e Transformadora](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-tres-abordagens-a-justica/topic/topico-3-justica-restaurativa-e-transformadora/) - Antes de fundar o Prison Yoga Project, James Fox foi o Diretor de Programa de uma importante Agência de Justiça Restaurativa com sede na Califórnia. A sua experiência facilitando princípios e práticas de Justiça Restaurativa com pessoas encarceradas, influenciou muito a sua abordagem para ensinar Yoga para pessoas encarceradas e a evolução da metodologia do
- [Tópico #2 - Abordagens Alternativas à Justiça](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-tres-abordagens-a-justica/topic/topico-2-abordagens-alternativas-a-justica/) - A Justiça Retributiva, a abordagem dominante para lidar com danos nos EUA e na maior parte do mundo, é baseada na punição e não na reabilitação. A presunção é que as pessoas aceitarão a responsabilidade e mudarão o seu comportamento por transgressões morais por meio de punição e tem raízes em princípios religiosos e éticos
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-2/) - This week we will begin to break down the individual sections of a trauma-informed yoga class beginning with the Discharge / Energy Release section. Because this is more about connecting with the energy of “today’s body” to recognize and begin to release external stimulations, this section focuses more on movement that may be beneficial to
- [14](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/14/)
- [13](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/13/)
- [Bringing Skills From Our Own Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/bringing-skills-from-our-own-transformation/) - “We don't serve with our strength, we serve with ourselves. We draw from all of our experiences. Our limitations serve, our wounds serve, even our darkness can serve. The wholeness in us serves the wholeness in others and the wholeness in life. Service is a relationship between equals.” From "In The Service of Life" by
- [Yoga for Correctional Staff](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-correctional-staff/topic/yoga-for-correctional-staff/) - The current state of incarceration is not just harmful to incarcerated people. On average, correctional officers (COs) have a life expectancy of just 59 years. They report higher physical and mental distress, substance use, divorce, and suicide rates than the general public. You will read more about the state of CO wellness in the assignments
- [Interoception](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/interoception/) - Interoception occurs when our internal sensations are brought to our level of consciousness. We are not always consciously aware of our heart beating, of our chest tightening, and our jaw clenching, all reactions that indicate we are in a heightened state and detecting a threat. Often, with trauma, we become detached from our bodies and
- [Demystifying Mindfulness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/demystifying-mindfulness/) - “The highest form of human intelligence is to observe without evaluating.” Krishnamurti Mindfulness originates from the Vipassana tradition to “see things as they truly are.” The contemporary definition of mindfulness, also known as mindful awareness, is a self-awareness practice that involves paying close attention, on purpose, non-judgmentally, to our present moment experience. This self-regulation of
- [Rehabilitation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people/topic/rehabilitation/) - As we saw in the first section of this training, the primary purpose of incarcerating people in the U.S. is to punish them for the crime(s) they have committed against the state. We also reviewed recidivism rates, the high percentages for which are reflective of the failure of our current prison system to reduce re-offenses
- [Healing Harm Caused](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people/topic/healing-harm-caused/) - One of the most common impacts of trauma is dissociation, a disconnection from self and others and reality. A symptom of dissociation is called emotional numbing, which can become a way of life for many people who have experienced severe or multiple episodes of trauma and seek to avoid feeling further emotional or physical pain.
- [Training Structure](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/training-overview/topic/training-structure/) - This training consists of four components: Guided Self-Study: you’ll read, listen to, and watch materials related to each topic. This self-study will also introduce you to resources from around the internet that will allow you to dig even deeper on your own after the training is completed. You’ll also complete quizzes designed to help you
- [Redefining the “Yoga Industry”](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy/topic/redefining-the-yoga-industry/) - The commercialization and marketing of yoga and its portrayal in social media have warped it into a practice that contradicts what yoga authentically intends to offer. In the current mainstream Western paradigm, in many communities, yoga has become exemplified as an exercise-oriented practice that emphasizes flexibility which wealthy, white, cis-gendered women pursue. This inaccessible perception
- [History of Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy/topic/history-of-yoga/) - Now let’s dive into the history and evolution of the practice of yoga. A basic understanding of where yoga came from, how it has evolved, and the many approaches to practice will help you connect to your unique voice as a yoga facilitator. Once you familiarize yourself with the “textbook” timeline, we will explore more
- [Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-3/topic/trauma/) - A traumatic event is an event or circumstance that overwhelms our stress response. This event can be momentary, such as an accident or attack, or a long-term circumstance such as discrimination and other abuses. Trauma is what happens when we have encountered a traumatic event or circumstance, and the body and nervous system can no
- [Our Stress Response](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-3/topic/our-stress-response/) - As a species, we evolved to survive in environments that both supported us and posed mortal threats. Humans’ earliest interactions with their environments were instinctual and habitual. They were not conscious choices because we were not conscious creatures. For the majority of our evolution as a species, this was true. Our survival instincts were entirely
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-7/) - Review time! The remaining postures we will look at over the next few modules are not often used during PYP classes, but we feel as 200 Hour certified yoga facilitators, you should have knowledge of them and how you may incorporate variations in some of your programs. For this week, however, we invite you to
- [Seeing, Hearing, Speaking - Taking Social Justice Beyond the Mat](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-14/topic/seeing-hearing-speaking-taking-social-justice-beyond-the-mat-2/) - Now that we’ve stirred up our passion for action, what does that actually look like? Where to start and how to establish support to continue. Civil Rights leader and United States Congressman John Lewis stated, “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and redeem the soul of America… When you see something that is not right,
- [The Online Modules](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/participant-instructor-introduction-video-assignment/topic/the-online-modules/) - As you begin to work through the course content, you will notice each learning module contains five sections. Each section consists of: Methodology- The “why” and “how” of facilitating a trauma-informed yoga practice. Yoga Philosophy- Exploring how Leadership and Social Justice are supported by Yoga Embodied Anatomy- Understanding body mechanics and function and how yoga
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-9/) - The majority of the posture images offered in this module are for your knowledge and personal practice. With the occasional exception of Wheel Pose, Prison Yoga Project’s Trauma-Informed Methodology does not offer these postures in our programs. The risk of injury is too substantial. It is important to your education as a 200 Hour Yoga
- [Embracing Self - Unique Gifts of Body Design](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-12/topic/embracing-self-unique-gifts-of-body-design/) - Take a moment to think of the lessons in anatomy and body function we have learned so far in the program. Think also of the damaging assumptions society tends to place on humans with regards to their mental and physical abilities. Now think of assumptions that have been made against you that have altered your
- [Isvarapranidhana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-12/topic/isvarapranidhana-2/) - (Ish-va-rah-praw-nid-han-ah) translates as “to lay your actions at the feet of God '' and speaks to surrender. Now, recognizing a being as God to leave one’s actions with may not be relatable to each of us. A consideration for this Niyama can be made for surrender to self, trust in self, and working through accountability
- [The “Discipline” of Practice - Teaching Commitment to Self](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-13/topic/the-discipline-of-practice-teaching-commitment-to-self-2/) - We have talked a great deal in this program about methodology for guiding a trauma-informed class and certainly about personal healing, but we have not looked at these two combined. You may already have experience in some areas of service. Teachers, waitstaff and bartenders, stylists, therapists, social workers, medical staff, trade work, retail, administrative, maintenance,
- [Santosa & Interpreting Contentment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-9/topic/santosa-interpreting-contentment-2/) - (San-toe-sah) introduces the consideration of contentment and builds the shift toward a deeper inner focus on personal growth and healing. Santosa offers that when we are connected to our yoga practice with a foundation supported by the Yamas, including commitment to reducing harm to ourselves and others, alignment with our personal truth, exploration of new
- [Setting Intentions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-8/topic/setting-intentions/) - In Sanskrit, the word sankalpa means intention. Intention is defined as purpose, an objective, a goal, an intended direction. In medical terminology, an intention is the process of healing a wound. Intentions within a trauma-informed and healing-centered yoga and meditation practice are a bit of a combination of these two definitions. The potential benefit of
- [Active and Authentic Listening](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-5/topic/active-and-authentic-listening/) - Module Three introduced conversations discussing personal biases and assumptions that may exist within your social circle and presumed within your community. Now let us take this conversation deeper to examine how we are often unaware of how we contribute to the growth and spread of bias and assumptions even when we intend to reveal and
- [Asteya and Giving](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-5/topic/asteya-and-giving/) - Asteya (Ah-stay-yah) is the Yama of non-stealing. Although the literal act of not taking things that do not belong to you is part of this practice, Asteya considers how we steal opportunities and experiences from ourselves and others with our words, thoughts, and actions. Continuing to build upon our foundation of personal truth and non-harm,
- [A Word About Language](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/participant-instructor-introduction-video-assignment/topic/a-word-about-language/) - This training manual often uses conversational text, referring to “we” “you” “individuals” to share examples of applying yoga philosophy and practice within this learning environment. This language is intended for purposes of learning facilitation as well as for personal practice and reflection. In writing this manual, I often share as I would if we were
- [Global Truths](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-4/topic/global-truths/) - Social justice violations can occur concerning practically any aspect of society where inequality can arise due to unjust prejudices or policies. Fundamentally, yoga is a powerful tool for social justice: it teaches people how to reclaim and develop life skills, physical and mental resilience and not become overwhelmed by the injustice they face and see
- [Invitational Cueing / Accessible Offerings](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-5/topic/invitational-cueing-accessible-offerings/) - In the previous module, we discussed sequencing a trauma-informed practice. Let us now discuss how we guide individuals through the movement sequence. Trauma-informed and healing-centered yoga offers anatomical movement cues that allow for safe arrival into a posture and suggested invitations to enable the individual to find the stance that best suits their unique body
- [Identifying Assumptions & Perceptions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-3/topic/identifying-assumptions-perceptions-2/) - Holding awareness of the assumptions and judgments we carry can, in itself, cause an activating embodied experience. Being able to admit to yourself that you are ignorant of, uncomfortable with, or morally opposed to another person's experiences can be unsettling. The result can feel paralyzing and overwhelming and could increase anxiety and depression within the
- [Seeing Self, Seeing Individuals; Listening & Learning](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-3/topic/seeing-self-seeing-individuals-listening-learning/) - A trauma-informed yoga facilitator needs to see all who join the practice space they are offering. This view goes beyond mere observation and asks that the facilitator practice non-judgment and hold space without assumption. All too often, in a yoga setting, individuals are discriminated against based on age, body design, perceived ability, perceived gender, race,
- [The 8 Limbs of Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-2/topic/the-8-limbs-of-yoga/) - One way the practice of yoga is introduced is to organize it into eight “limbs'' or elements. The eight limbs of yoga were introduced in Patajali’s Yoga Sutras, which you might recall from the previous module. We’ll be exploring each of these limbs in depth, but by way of introduction, they are traditionally presented: Yamas
- [Topic #2: Teenage Risk-Taking (Novelty-Seeking) and Healthy Tools for Managing Risk-Taking](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-two-overview-of-the-development-of-the-teenage-brain/topic/topic-2-teenage-risk-taking-novelty-seeking-and-healthy-tools-for-managing-risk-taking/) - You have just learned from Dan Siegel a bit about how dopamine levels in teenagers influence their drive for new experiences and the pull that new experiences have on them. The baseline dopamine levels in adolescents are lower than in adults, but the release amounts of dopamine in adolescents are much higher. In short, adolescents
- [Topic #1: Key Milestones in Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Social Health Among Different Periods in Adolescence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-one-basics-of-adolescent-development/topic/topic-1-key-milestones-in-physical-mental-emotional-and-social-health-among-different-periods-in-adolescence/) - Adolescence is the stage between the onset of puberty and adulthood when the brain undergoes significant changes or “remodels” itself. Puberty is when a child’s physical and sexual characteristics begin to mature. Gaining a clearer understanding of these changes can help us to provide appropriate support, guidance, and structure for the young people we work
- [Topic #3: How Yoga and Mindfulness Support the Recovery and Resilience of System-Impacted Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-four-introduction-to-juvenile-facilities/topic/how-yoga-and-mindfulness-support-the-recovery-and-resilience-of-system-impacted-youth/) - Youth involved in the juvenile justice system are first and foremost youth. So while it’s essential to know about the landscape of the juvenile justice system (JJS), it can be helpful to think about how yoga and mindfulness, along with other embodied practices, can benefit youth in general. From there, we can also add considerations
- [Topic #1: The Impact of Childhood and Adolescent Trauma on Adolescent Brain and Body Development](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-three-trauma-and-its-effects-on-adolescents/topic/topic-1-the-impact-of-childhood-and-adolescent-trauma-on-adolescent-brain-and-body-development/) - A simple working definition of trauma is anything that is too much, too soon, or too fast for our nervous system to handle, especially if we can’t reach a successful resolution. Note that when we talk of trauma or sexual trauma, it does not imply that the trauma leads to complete breakdown in adulthood; it
- [Topic #2: The Benefit of Yoga and Mindfulness for Each Period of Adolescence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-one-basics-of-adolescent-development/topic/topic-2-the-benefit-of-yoga-and-mindfulness-for-each-period-of-adolescence/) - You have probably already heard that yoga is beneficial in general. There are many ways to move, and they can all be valuable. For our purposes, yoga can be used to heal, build resilience, and practice self-regulation. In a yoga class, we can feel the increased and decreased activation of our nervous system in our
- [Tema 1 - Inicia tu proyecto final](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-el-significado-del-servicio-de-yoga-y-el-karma-yoga/) - Diseña una secuencia de clase que contenga los elementos característicos de la metodología del Yoga Informado en Trauma. Puedes tomar como base el guión realizado en la semana IV del curso. Posteriormente, elige un espacio iluminado, cómodo y seguro, en el que puedas guiar tu secuencia sin interrupciones. Cuando tengas una idea de la secuencia
- [Tema 6 - Apoyo y Acompañamiento de PYP- México](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-6-apoyo-y-acompanamiento-de-pyp-mexico/) - Has llegado al final de este curso ¡Felicidades! Quizá ahora te estés preguntando ¿cómo seguir? ¿cómo aplicar lo que has aprendido? Aquí te ofrecemos varias opciones: Si quieres continuar profundizando sobre lo aprendido y seguir compartiendo en tiempo real con tus compañeros, en breve se te estará convocando a un Grupo de Estudio en línea,
- [Tema 5 - Autocuidado](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-5-autocuidado/) - “Cuando crecemos, nos damos cuenta que tenemos dos manos: Una para ayudar a otras personas, y la otra para ayudarnos a nosotros mismos” Maya Angelou “En la medida que trabajamos desde una conciencia despierta, presente, ecuánime y compasiva, podremos establecer relaciones sanadoras para los pacientes y vivir experiencias transformadoras para ambos. Así el autocuidado deja
- [Tema 3 - La relación facilitador-equipo de apoyo/seguridad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-3-la-relacion-facilitador-equipo-de-apoyo-seguridad/) - Al ingresar al espacio carcelario, las primeras personas con quienes se tendrá contacto pertenecen al área técnica, administrativa, o al equipo de seguridad. Por el tipo de trabajo que realizan suelen estar en constante alerta y sujetos a una reglamentación que, desde la perspectiva de quienes vienen del exterior, puede parecer rígida y en algunos
- [Tema 2 - Construcción de vínculos sanos con residentes: importancia de los límites y los acuerdos de clase](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-relacion-consciente-y-autorreflexion/) - La necesidad de establecer relaciones conscientes, predecibles en sus límites y auto-reflexivas no podría ser más relevante o necesaria si lo que se quiere es abordar las demandas de justicia social, incluida la superación del racismo, la desigualdad de género y las desigualdades económicas. La misión del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones es servir en
- [Change from Within: Workshops](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/welcome-to-the-pyp-community/topic/change-from-within-workshops/) - Participants must attend four two-hour workshops to complete PYP’s Change from Within Training. We hold these workshops live online. If, for some reason, participants cannot attend, they can reach out to the facilitator and discuss how to make up the time. However, these workshops are experiential and collaborative, so participants are strongly encouraged to attend
- [a. Los problemas de salud mental en prisión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-los-problemas-de-salud-mental-en-prision/) - El encarcelamiento está profundamente relacionado con los trastornos de salud mental, y esta prevalencia desproporcionada de casos de salud mental en las prisiones se debe a diversas razones. En general estas son: La idea equivocada de que las personas con problemas de salud mental son peligrosas, la intolerancia de ciertas sociedades hacia las conductas diferentes
- [a. Trauma en prisión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/trauma-en-prision/) - En el tema anterior, presentamos el concepto de las EAI. Si bien el estudio se realizó inicialmente para rastrear las EAI en los EE.UU., y su impacto en la salud a largo plazo, la investigación inicial y posterior revela una gran cantidad de información sobre los efectos de las consecuencias sociales de las EAI, incluido
- [a. Definición de adicción](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-experiencias-adversas-de-la-infancia-eai/) - Según la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS), una adicción es una enfermedad física y psicoemocional que crea dependencia o necesidad hacia una sustancia, actividad o relación. Por su parte, la definición de adicción que propone la Sociedad Americana de Medicina de Adicciones (ASAM) incluye no sólo el alcohol y las drogas, sino toda conducta
- [e. Neurobiología del trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/e-neurobiologia-del-trauma/) - Cuando una persona sufre un ambiente de amenaza constante surgen problemas físicos y emocionales. Lo mismo ocurre cuando la respuesta al estrés se vuelve abrumadora, o alguna circunstancia en particular activa la respuesta del cuerpo ante una amenaza. El sistema nervioso puede adaptarse para responder a un mayor nivel de peligro, sin embargo es difícil
- [c. Experiencias adversas de la infancia (EAI)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/c-experiencias-infantiles-adversas-aces/) - Existen muchos factores que inciden en el desarrollo de las personas, ya sea grupal o individualmente. Todos estos factores influyen en el desarrollo de los individuos a lo largo del ciclo vital, desde la infancia hasta la edad adulta. Específicamente, en 1998, en Estados Unidos el Dr. Vicent Felitti publicó un estudio sobre experiencias infantiles
- [b. Respuestas ante el trauma: pelear, huir, congelarse y complacer](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/b-respuestas-ante-el-trauma-agresividad-huida-congelamiento-y-complacencia/) - Existen patrones básicos de reacción ante una amenaza. Por ello, cuando una persona experimenta un evento traumático el cuerpo responde automáticamente con las reacciones de lucha, huida, congelamiento o complacencia. Conectadas al sistema nervioso, estas respuestas están diseñadas para protegernos de cualquier daño y mantenernos seguros. A continuación nos detendremos brevemente en la descripción de
- [a. Definición del Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-definicion-del-trauma/) - La raíz de la palabra “trauma” proviene del griego que significa "herida". En su libro Trauma-Informed Yoga: Concepts, Tools, and Skills, Hala Khouri y Kyra Haglund, ambas maestras de yoga informado en trauma y practicantes de experiencia somática, señalan que el trauma es cualquier experiencia de la vida que permanece atrapada y sin resolverse, causando
- [Tema 1: Introducción al Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-introduccion-al-trauma/) - “El trauma es la causa más evitada, ignorada, negada, incomprendida y no tratada del sufrimiento humano. Me refiero a los síntomas -a menudo debilitantes- que sufren muchas personas como consecuencia de experiencias que perciben como abrumadoras o potencialmente mortales... Los efectos de un trauma no resuelto pueden afectar nuestros hábitos y nuestra perspectiva de la
- [b) ¿Dónde me sitúo? ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-encarcelamiento-de-personas-lgbtqi-2/) - Antes de continuar, pregúntate: ¿Cuál es mi lugar en esta sociedad? ¿Qué ha ocurrido en mi historia, no solo para que eligiera tomar esta certificación, sino para que yo tuviera la posibilidad de realizar este deseo? No es fácil enfrentar nuestra historia con objetividad, sin emitir juicios que nos rediman o nos condenen. Pero hacerlo
- [a) Sensibilidad cultural](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-encarcelamiento-de-mujeres-2/) - Bikhu Parekh define cultura como un sistema de creencias y prácticas en torno a las cuales un grupo comprende, regula y estructura sus vidas individual y colectivamente. Este sistema incorpora, además de expresiones concretas como la música, los mitos, las costumbres y tradiciones, el habla, las normas y los valores. En una comunidad humana como
- [d. El encarcelamiento de personas LGBTTTQI+](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/b-el-encarcelamiento-de-personas-lgbtttqi/) - Aunque menos en números absolutos que las mujeres, la población indígena y la población pobre, la comunidad LGBTTTQI+ es uno de los grupos más vulnerables. Diversos organismos han alertado sobre la precaria situación de este colectivo en lo que respecta al ejercicio de sus Derechos Humanos. Las personas lesbianas, gay, bisexual y transgénero en las
- [c. Disparidad de género](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-encarcelamiento-de-mujeres/) - No todas las experiencias de encarcelamiento son iguales, y tampoco lo son las razones por las cuales una persona pierde su libertad. El ser mujer o pertenecer a la comunidad LGBTTTIQ+ son condiciones sociales que constituyen factores específicos que conducen a la privación de la libertad, y que una vez estando la persona en prisión
- [b. Disparidades económicas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/b-disparidades-economicas/) - Además del racismo, la condición económica es también un factor de discriminación y de estigmatización que favorece la violación de los Derechos Humanos. En nuestra sociedad se tiende a vincular a las personas de escasos recursos con la delincuencia. Incluso, se suele afirmar que las personas de bajos recursos son, por ese solo hecho, delincuentes. El
- [a. Disparidades raciales](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-racismo/) - Scott Woods, poeta, autor y activista estadounidense, habla claramente sobre el racismo: “[...] es una enfermedad cultural insidiosa. [...].Sí, el racismo se parece al odio, pero el odio es solo una manifestación de ello. El privilegio es otra. El acceso a recursos es otra. La ignorancia es otra. La apatía es otra. Y así sigue.
- [c. Retos que enfrentan las personas privadas de su libertad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/retos-que-enfrentan-las-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/) - Las personas privadas de su libertad suelen presentar diversas consecuencias físicas y psicológicas a varios niveles: Biológico: La privación de la libertad puede provocar un aumento en las conductas agresivas: puesto que no se puede huir, se ataca. También, la ausencia de vida sexual (o vida sexual consensuada e informada) y de experiencias sensoriales diversas
- [b. La vida en prisión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/la-vida-en-prision/) - Luego de haber ampliado tu perspectiva del panorama general de la situación de las cárceles en la región latinoamericana. Sin embargo, no hay que perder de vista que una parte importante de tu preparación personal para trabajar dentro de prisiones es comprender la experiencia de las personas privadas de su libertad y entender el significado
- [a. Fisonomía de la prisión en la región latinoamericana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-fisonomia-de-la-prision-en-la-region-latinoamericana/) - En todo el mundo, de acuerdo a las cifras disponibles en 2019, 11 millones de personas (incluidas personas en prisión preventiva) se encuentran en instituciones penales. De ellas, aproximadamente 1.5 millones (13.6%) se encuentran en América Latina. En los últimos diez años se ha producido un crecimiento significativo en el número de personas privadas de
- [d. Reinserción, el gran reto del Sistema de Justicia Penal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/d-los-retos-del-sistema-de-justicia-penal/) - Son muchos los retos que enfrenta el sistema penal. Hablamos de sobrepoblación, del poco personal de seguridad (según la ONU, por cada diez reos, deberá haber un custodio, sin embargo, en un estudio realizado por la CNDH en México, 172 penales de un total de 230 dijeron no contar con suficientes guardias), el autogobierno, la
- [c. Distintos enfoques de la Justicia Penal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/c-distintos-enfoques-de-la-justicia-penal/) - Estamos históricamente condicionados a pensar el crimen como violación de los derechos de una persona y, en consecuencia, asumimos sin mucho cuestionamiento que los derechos de quien comete la infracción deben ser reducidos o anulados porque esa es la mejor manera de restablecer el equilibrio en la sociedad. Esto nos impide ver la raíz de
- [b. Diferenciación de los espacios penales](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/b-diferenciacion-de-los-espacios-penales/) - No todas las cárceles son iguales. Dependiendo de la legislación de cada país, el sistema penitenciario clasifica las diversas prisiones de diferentes maneras: prisiones donde se permite el aislamiento físico prolongado, prisiones que permiten mayor libertad en el movimiento de la población al interior, prisiones que tienen un régimen de semilibertad (pueden salir de día
- [a. Justificación de los centros penales](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-justificacion-de-los-centros-penales/) - La existencia de las cárceles nos parece natural y, no obstante que forman parte de nuestro espacio colectivo, como los centros financieros, las escuelas o los espacios dedicados a la religión, lo que sabemos de ellas es superficial. Las imaginamos a partir del cine o la literatura y, cuando mucho, de la narración de hechos
- [Tema #2 - Diversas perspectivas sobre justicia penal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-que-se-siente-estar-dentro-de-prision/) - a. Justificación de los centros penales b. Diferenciación de los espacios penales c. Distintos enfoques de la Justicia penal d. Reinserción, el gran reto del sistema de Justicia penal
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-4-funding-pyp-programs/topic/reflection-5/)
- [Setting Limits and Maintaining Professional Boundaries Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-2-setting-limits-maintaining-professional-boundaries-and-working-with-vicarious-trauma/topic/setting-limits-and-maintaining-professional-boundaries-reflection/)
- [Topic #2 - Embodied awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/topic-2-embodied-awareness-2/) - Practicing mindfulness involves alert attention, slowing down, and using awareness of breathing and sensations in the body as anchors into the present moment to alleviate the habitual focus on thinking and the rational mind. So at its core, mindfulness is a body-centered awareness practice that involves “embodied awareness.” Part of being mindful and aware of
- [Topic #1 - Demystifying mindfulness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/topic-1-demystifying-mindfulness-2/) - “The highest form of human intelligence is to observe without evaluating.” Krishnamurti Mindfulness originates from the Vipassana tradition to “see things as they truly are.” The contemporary definition of mindfulness, also known as mindful awareness, is that it is a self-awareness practice that involves paying close attention, on-purpose, non-judgmentally, to our present moment experience.
- [Topic #2: Racial Disparities in Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-race-and-incarceration/topic/topic-2-racial-disparities-in-incarceration/) - We’re going to start to examine race in the criminal justice system first by looking at the status quo and then, in the next topic, look at the history of how we got to where we are today. You may recall seeing this chart in the House of Commons Library’s “UK Prison Population Statistics” from
- [Quiz 6.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/quiz-6-1-3/)
- [Quiz 6.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/quiz-6-1-2/)
- [Quiz 6.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/quiz-6-1-1/)
- [Quiz 5.3.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-yoga-for-correctional-staff/topic/quiz-5-3-1/)
- [Quiz 5.2.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/quiz-5-2-3/)
- [Quiz 5.2.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/quiz-5-2-2/)
- [Quiz 5.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/quiz-5-2-1/)
- [Quiz 5.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/topic/quiz-5-1-2-2/)
- [Quiz 4.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/quiz-4-1-2-2/)
- [Quiz 4.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/quiz-4-1-1-2/)
- [Quiz 3.3.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/quiz-3-3-2/)
- [Quiz 3.3.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/quiz-3-3-1/)
- [Quiz 3.2.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-trauma-and-incarceration/topic/quiz-3-2-2/)
- [Quiz 3.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-introduction-to-trauma/topic/quiz-3-1-1-2/)
- [Quiz 2.3.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/quiz-2-3-2/)
- [Quiz 2.3.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/quiz-2-3-1/)
- [Quiz 2.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-social-economic-disparities/topic/quiz-2-2-1/)
- [Quiz 2.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-race-and-incarceration/topic/quiz-2-1-3/)
- [Quiz 2.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-race-and-incarceration/topic/quiz-2-1-2/)
- [Quiz 2.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-race-and-incarceration/topic/quiz-2-1-1-2/)
- [Quiz 1.2.3: Working Definitions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-three-approaches-to-justice/topic/quiz-1-2-3-working-definitions/)
- [Quiz 1.2.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-three-approaches-to-justice/topic/quiz-1-2-2-2/) - Working Definitions - Write your current working definition of the following terms:
- [Quiz 1.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-three-approaches-to-justice/topic/quiz-1-2-1-2/)
- [Quiz 1.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/topic/quiz-1-1-3-2/)
- [Quiz 1.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/topic/quiz-1-1-2-2/)
- [Quiz 1.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/topic/quiz-1-1-1-2/)
- [Topic #3 - Bringing Skills From Our Own Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/topic-3-bringing-skills-from-our-own-transformation-2/) - “We don't serve with our strength, we serve with ourselves. We draw from all of our experiences. Our limitations serve, our wounds serve, even our darkness can serve. The wholeness in us serves the wholeness in others and the wholeness in life. Service is a relationship between equals.” From In The Service of Life, Rachel
- [Topic #2 - Conscious Relationship and Self Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/topic-2-conscious-relationship-and-self-reflection-2/) - The Yoga Service Council: “What is Yoga Service? A Working Definition” also describes conscious relationships, and how the commitment to self-reflection is critical to our work: “Sharing yoga always takes place within the context of a relationship. A relationship involves many nuances of the human experience. Conscious relationships acknowledge these nuances and ask people to
- [Topic #1 - The Meaning of Yoga Service and Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/topic-1-the-meaning-of-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/) - “Yoga service can be defined as the intentional sharing of yoga practices that support healing and build resilience for all regardless of circumstances, taught within a context of conscious relationship rooted in self-reflection and self-inquiry…..While yoga and service have long been practiced together, yoga service as a unified field is new and growing. As the
- [Topic #1 - Yoga for Correctional Staff:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-yoga-for-correctional-staff/topic/topic-1-yoga-for-correctional-staff/) - The current state of incarceration is not just harmful to incarcerated people. On average, correctional officers (COs) have a life expectancy of just 59 years old. They report higher physical and mental distress, substance use, divorce, and suicide rates than the general public. You will read more about the state of CO wellness in the
- [Topic #3 - Interoception](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/topic-3-interoception-2/) - Interoception occurs when our internal sensations are brought to our level of consciousness. We are not always consciously aware of our heart beating, of our chest tightening, and our jaw clenching, all reactions that indicate we are in a heightened state and detecting a threat. Often, with trauma, we become detached from our bodies, and
- [Topic #2 - Rehabilitation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/topic/topic-2-rehabilitation/) - As we saw in the first section of this training, the primary purpose of incarcerating people in the U.S. is to punish them for the crime(s) they have committed against the state. We also reviewed recidivism rates, the high percentages for which are reflective of the failure of our current prison system to reduce re-offenses
- [Topic #1 - Healing Harm Caused](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/topic/topic-1-healing-harm-caused-2/) - One of the most common impacts of trauma is dissociation, a disconnection from self and others and from reality. A symptom of dissociation is called emotional numbing, which can become a way of life for many people who have experienced severe or multiple episodes of trauma and seek to avoid feeling further emotional or physical
- [Topic #3 - How Trauma-Informed Yoga (TIY) Differs from Mainstream Public Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/topic-3-how-trauma-informed-yoga-tiy-differs-from-mainstream-public-yoga/) - Trauma-informed yoga creates an opportunity for individuals to strengthen their nervous system and develop greater resilience to stress, anxiety, and other symptoms of unresolved trauma. Those with an overactive SNS can practice certain asanas, mindful awareness, breathing techniques, and moments of stillness to activate the PNS. They can also become better attuned to their body’s
- [Topic #2 - The Body’s Stress Response](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/topic-2-the-bodys-stress-response/) - Problems arise when a person endures an environment of constant threat or when the stress response becomes overwhelmed, and the circumstances subvert the body’s response to a threat. In the former situation, the nervous system can adapt to a heightened level of danger, and it becomes difficult for the person to move into a state
- [Topic #1 - The Neurobiology of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/topic-1-the-neurobiology-of-trauma/) - To grasp the neurobiological impact of trauma it is essential to first have an understanding of the brain and its functions related to our stress response including the critical role it plays in keeping us safe from physical harm. While brain science is complex, we want you to have a basic understanding of the various
- [Topic #2: Addiction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/topic-2-addiction/) - Many incarcerated people struggle with substance use, and many have substance use disorder. The following facts come from the article, “Online only: Report finds most U.S. inmates suffer from substance abuse or addiction” which references a report from 2009. • 65% of incarcerated people (1.5 million) meet DSM-IV criteria for substance abuse. • 20% of
- [Topic #1: Mental Health Issues](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/topic-1-mental-health-issues/) - U.S. correctional institutions are now known as "the new asylums" in this country. Los Angeles County Jail, Chicago's Cook County Jail, or New York's Rikers Island Jail hold more people with mental illness than any major psychiatric hospital in the United States. Other important issues, further stated in "Serious Mental Illness Prevalence in Jails and
- [Topic #2: Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-trauma-and-incarceration/topic/topic-2-trauma-and-incarceration/) - In the previous topic, we introduced the concept of ACEs. While the study was initially conducted to track ACEs and their impact on long-term health outcomes, the initial and subsequent research has revealed a wealth of insight into the effects of ACEs’ social consequences, including incarceration. In this topic, we will further explore this connection,
- [Topic #1: ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-trauma-and-incarceration/topic/topic-1-aces-adverse-childhood-experiences/) - Another critical component of understanding trauma is learning the impacts of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). The CDC - Kaiser ACE study released in 1998 investigated traumatic childhood experiences and the effect they have on later-life health and well-being. They concluded that as the number of ACEs increased, so did the chance of negative outcomes, including
- [Topic #2: Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-introduction-to-trauma/topic/topic-2-types-of-trauma/) - For a better understanding of the origins or impact for someone struggling with issues related to traumatic experiences, there are numerous types of trauma to consider. Complex Trauma: chronic interpersonal trauma exposure in a prolonged environment of maltreatment, particularly early in life, that often results in a more profound and wider-ranging impact than a singular,
- [Topic #1: Defining Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-introduction-to-trauma/topic/topic-1-defining-trauma/) - In the following topics, we will explore the connection between childhood trauma and incarceration, as well as the traumatizing nature of incarceration itself. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach, offers this definition of what it means to be “trauma-informed”: “A program, organization, or
- [Topic #2: LGBTQ People’s Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/topic-2-lgbtq-peoples-incarceration/) - Sexual minorities are incarcerated at disproportionately high rates, and once incarcerated, are more likely to face mistreatment, harsher punishments, and sexual victimization. Transgender and gender-nonconforming people often face increased levels of mistreatment, including being assigned to facilities based on their perceived gender at birth, denied safe medical treatment, and sometimes placed in solitary confinement for
- [Topic # 1: Women](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-three-disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/topic-1-women/) - The larger narrative to reform the criminal justice system often leaves out the specific needs of women and girls. While incarcerated people in the UK are predominantly men, women’s pathways to – and their experience of – the CJS are often significantly different and deserve particular attention. The following diagrams are provided simply to initiate
- [Topic #1: Social, Economic, and Health Disparities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-social-economic-disparities/topic/topic-1-social-economic-and-health-disparities/) - “Intersectionality is a theoretical framework for understanding how aspects of a person's social and political identities (e.g., gender, race, class, sexuality, ability, physical appearance, height, etc.) might combine to create unique modes of discrimination and privilege.” When we are looking at the demographic backgrounds of incarcerated people, we quickly see that race is not the
- [Topic #3: Race and the History of Incarceration in the US](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-race-and-incarceration/topic/topic-3-race-and-the-history-of-incarceration-in-the-us/) - You’re familiar by now with the dubious distinction the US has as the world leader in the incarceration of its people. And you’ve seen how the rate of incarceration varies dramatically for certain groups of people, particularly Black Americans. CAPTION: Please note: This chart does not include the county jail populations. The US was not
- [Topic #1: Implicit Bias and Structural Racism](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-race-and-incarceration/topic/topic-1-implicit-bias-and-structural-racism/) - Poet and author Scott Woods speaks plainly about racism: “Racism is an insidious cultural disease. It is so insidious that it doesn’t care if you are a white person who likes Black people; it’s still going to find a way to infect how you deal with people who don’t look like you. Yes, Racism looks
- [Topic #3- Restorative and Transformative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-three-approaches-to-justice/topic/topic-3-restorative-and-transformative-justice/) - Before founding the Prison Yoga Project, James Fox was the Program Director for a major California-based Restorative Justice Agency. His experience facilitating Restorative Justice principles and practices with incarcerated people greatly influenced his approach to teaching yoga for incarcerated people and the evolution of the Prison Yoga Project’s methodology. Rather than focusing on punishing the
- [Topic #2 - Alternative Approaches to Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-three-approaches-to-justice/topic/topic-2-alternative-approaches-to-justice/) - Retributive Justice, the dominant approach to addressing harm in the UK and most of the world, is based on punishment rather than rehabilitation. The presumption is that people will accept responsibility and change their behavior for moral wrongdoing through punishment and has roots in Christian religious and ethical principles derived from the Bible. Unfortunately, punishment
- [Topic #1- Failures of the Punitive Justice System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-three-approaches-to-justice/topic/topic-1-failures-of-the-punitive-justice-system/) - Recidivism is a measure of the tendency of a formerly incarcerated person to re-offend; this figure is often referenced in regards to the success or failure of incarceration. Please make sure you have read the section “Rehabilitation and Resettlement” from the Bromley Briefings Prison Factfile so you have an understanding of the complex and extensive
- [Topic #4 - Language](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/topic/topic-4-language/) - What is implied by the language people choose to use? Prisoner? Offender? Convict? These terms are not monolithic, nor do they bring to the forefront that the person described is a human being. We are not working with criminals, convicts, felons. We are working with people who are incarcerated. They are so much more than
- [Topic #3 - What it’s like to be incarcerated?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/topic/topic-3-what-its-like-to-be-incarcerated/) - Expanding your perspective of the big picture and understanding how that shows up in your community is an important part of preparing yourself to work in prisons and jails. However, taking the wide-angle view can lead us to miss out on the immediate personal experience of what it means to be incarcerated. Fortunately, growing interest
- [Topic #2 - The Local Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/topic/topic-2-the-local-picture/) - You should now have a better idea of how the CJS looks from a broad perspective, an appreciation of the complexity of the system, and some insight into the ways that it might not be so "just" for all those involved. It's time to do some preliminary research into how this plays out in your
- [Topic #1- The Big Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-exploring-incarceration/topic/topic-1-the-big-picture/) - The UK has three distinct legal systems, each with a corresponding prison system; the divisions are: England & Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Collectively, these prison systems yield both the highest per-capita incarceration rate and the largest prison population in Western Europe. The UK’s ascent to this top-ranking position has come about largely as a
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-30/)
- [Quiz 4.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/quiz-4-1-3/)
- [Quiz 3.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/quiz-3-2-1/)
- [Quiz 3.1.2: Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/quiz-3-1-2-types-of-trauma/)
- [Lesson Two: Social/Economic Disparities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lesson-two-social-economic-disparities/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-29/)
- [Where to find Facilitator Resources Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-5-where-to-find-facilitator-resources/topic/where-to-find-facilitator-resources-reflection/)
- [Program Data Collection Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-4-program-data-collection/topic/program-data-collection-reflection/)
- [Program Facilitation Guidelines Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-facilitator-onboarding/lessons/lesson-1-program-facilitation-guidelines/topic/program-facilitation-guidelines-reflection/)
- [Facilitator Agreement Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/facilitator-agreement-reflection/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-28/)
- [Topic #1: Past and Current State of Youth Confinement in and Across the United States](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-four-introduction-to-juvenile-facilities/topic/topic-1-past-and-current-state-of-youth-confinement-in-and-across-the-united-states/) - We must begin with some background information about the structure and organization of the youth justice system in the United States. The report below—Youth Confinement: The Whole Pie 2019—will present youth confinement numbers, for what offenses, who is over and underrepresented, and facility conditions. It will also lay out juvenile court terminology and differentiate between
- [Topic #1: Key Components of the Developing Adolescent Brain](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-two-overview-of-the-development-of-the-teenage-brain/topic/topic-1-key-components-of-the-developing-adolescent-brain/) - During adolescence, we undergo massive brain changes. Current research suggests that the brain is not fully developed until age 24 or 25. Adolescence is also a time characterized by highs and lows, making self-regulation extra challenging, which is why the adolescent years can be a highly impulsive time: There can be difficulty making decisions and
- [Tema 4 - Desarrollando habilidades para nuestra propia transformación](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-4-desarrollando-habilidades-para-nuestra-propia-transformacion/) - “No servimos con nuestra fuerza, servimos con nuestro ser. Nos basamos en todas nuestras experiencias. Nuestras limitaciones sirven, nuestras heridas sirven, incluso nuestra oscuridad puede servir. La plenitud en nosotros sirve a la plenitud en los demás y a la plenitud de la vida. El servicio es una relación entre iguales". Al servicio de la
- [Topic 3: Equipment and Space](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-5-program-logistics-and-equipment/topic/topic-3-equipment-and-space/) - Does the facility already have mats? And how many mats are needed? This is the most important piece of equipment for running a PYP program. (But remember, yoga can be practiced without mats, and chair yoga can be a great option for certain populations and spaces!) It is reasonable to ask the facility to purchase
- [d. Interocepción](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/d-interocepcion/) - La palabra “interocepción” proviene del latín que y significa “mirar hacia adentro”. Ocurre cuando nuestras sensaciones internas llegan a nivel de nuestra conciencia y la atención se centra en "notar" sensaciones en el cuerpo para informarnos sobre el estado de ánimo, las emociones y la sensación de bienestar. No siempre somos conscientes de los latidos
- [c. Conciencia corporal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/c-conciencia-corporal/) - Practicar la atención plena implica disminuir la velocidad de nuestros movimientos y usar la conciencia de la respiración y las sensaciones del cuerpo como anclas que nos mantendrán en el momento presente, generando descanso y alivio a la mente, generalmente enfocada en sus aspectos racionales. En esencia, la atención plena es una práctica de conciencia
- [b. Atención plena](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/b-atencion-plena/) - "La forma más elevada de inteligencia humana es observar sin evaluar". Krishnamurti La atención plena se origina en la tradición Vipassana de "ver las cosas como realmente son". Actualmente, la meditación de atención plena (Mindfulness), también conocida como conciencia plena, se define como una práctica de conciencia de uno mismo que implica prestar atención, a propósito y
- [a. Pranayama y respiración consciente](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-pranayama-y-respiracion-consciente/) - Prana se refiere a la respiración y ayama significa estiramiento. Pranayama es el cuarto de los ocho miembros del yoga. Es el control, la armonización, y la integración del prana a través de la regulación de la respiración. El pranayama requiere un mínimo esfuerzo físico para aumentar el aporte de oxígeno, permitiendo que el mayor
- [Tema 2. Otros elementos a considerar en la práctica](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-otros-elementos-a-considerar-en-la-practica/) - Introducción: Las metas del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones son proveer a las personas privadas de su libertad diferentes herramientas a las que pueden recurrir, incluso cuando no están haciendo yoga. Si se ven envueltos en una confrontación en el patio o al ser liberados, o si se sienten tentados a volver a consumir sustancias
- [a. Posibles invitaciones para las y los practicantes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-posibles-invitaciones-para-las-y-los-practicantes/) - Quienes facilitamos la práctica del yoga con el objetivo de hacer más accesible el Yoga podemos favorecer el estado de conciencia del que hemos hablado a través de los siguientes principios: Simplificar y fragmentar. Es útil iniciar considerando los beneficios de la postura y entender por qué la practicamos de la manera en que lo
- [Tema 1: Yoga Accesible y Adaptado en contexto de encierro](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-yoga-accesible-y-adaptado-en-contexto-de-encierro/) - ¿Cómo podemos hacer que la práctica de Yoga que enseñamos sea accesible a todas las personas que deseen practicar? Capacitándonos en habilidades, conocimientos y técnicas para lograr que todas las personas se sientan bienvenidas a la práctica, y generando un mínimo de seguridad en el espacio. El verdadero desafío para los profesores es entender el
- [b. Introducción al Yoga Sensible al Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/b-introduccion-al-yoga-sensible-al-trauma/) - El Yoga Sensible al Trauma es una metodología creada en 2003 en el Trauma Center de Boston por David Emerson, para trabajar la dimensión corporal con pacientes diagnosticados con trauma complejo o del desarrollo, y trastorno de estrés post traumático (TEPT) crónico o resistente a tratamiento. Actualmente es un programa del Center for Trauma and
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-6-outreach-community-building/topic/reflection-7/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-5-program-logistics-and-equipment/topic/reflection-6/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-3-addressing-specific-concerns-for-correctional-facilities/topic/reflection-4/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-2-lesson-2-yoga-and-mindfulness-as-evidence-based-practice-for-addressing-crime-addiction-and-mental-illness/topic/reflection-3/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-1-the-big-picture-2/topic/reflection-2/)
- [Topic 2: Program Logistics](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-5-program-logistics-and-equipment/topic/topic-2-program-logistics/) - To start a program, the Program Coordinator would contact a local facility to inquire about their interest in yoga programming. From there, hearing the needs of the population at the facility, they can determine a proposed plan for the yoga program. Factors to consider include Program Time and Day Program Frequency Length of Session Cycle
- [Topic 1: Program Structure and Lifestyle](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/pyp-program-development-training/lessons/lesson-5-program-logistics-and-equipment/topic/topic-1-program-structure-and-lifestyle/) - Typically within an institution, classes (such as Alternatives to Violence Program or AVP), support groups (such as Criminal Gangs Anonymous), and other offerings are commonly referred to as programming. For PYP, a Program refers to a recurring meeting at a facility accessible by a particular population, such as a specific prison yoga or jail housing
- [a. Impactos del Trauma en el cerebro](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-impactos-del-trauma-en-el-cerebro/) - Para entender el impacto neurobiológico del trauma es esencial comprender las funciones del cerebro relacionadas con la respuesta al estrés, incluyendo el papel crítico que éste desempeña para mantenernos a salvo de algún peligro. Debido a que la ciencia del cerebro es compleja, queremos que tengas una comprensión básica de las diversas partes del cerebro,
- [Tema 2: Yoga para abordar el Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-3-como-este-tipo-de-yoga-es-diferente-al-yoga-convencional/) - "Los resultados del trauma se ven reflejados en una reorganización importante en la forma en que la mente y el cerebro manejan las percepciones. No sólo cambia cómo pensamos y lo qué pensamos, sino también nuestra propia capacidad de pensar... De lo que la mayoría de la gente no se da cuenta es que el trauma no
- [a. Reinserción social](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-neurobiologia-del-trauma/) - Como vimos en la primera sección de esta capacitación, el propósito principal de recluir a las personas en centros penitenciarios es imponer un castigo por los delitos que han cometido. También revisamos las tasas de reincidencia, cuyos altos porcentajes reflejan el fracaso del sistema penitenciario actual para reducir las reincidencias y el encarcelamiento masivo. La
- [Tema 1: ¿Para qué acercar el yoga a las personas privadas de libertad?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-la-respuesta-del-cuerpo-ante-el-estres/) - “El yoga, en general, me mantiene mentalmente despierto, físicamente relajado y emocionalmente conectado y concientizado. Mi nivel de conciencia es tal que soy consciente de mis pensamientos, de mi habla y sobre todo de mis acciones”. Participante del programa del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones. Uno de los impactos más comunes del trauma es la disociación, que
- [a. Trauma en prisión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-trauma-en-prision/) - En el tema anterior, presentamos el concepto de las EAI. Si bien el estudio se realizó inicialmente para rastrear las EAI en los EE.UU., y su impacto en la salud a largo plazo, la investigación inicial y posterior revela una gran cantidad de información sobre los efectos de las consecuencias sociales de las EAI, incluido
- [b, Trauma y encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/b-trauma-y-encarcelamiento/) - En el tema anterior, presentamos el concepto de las EAI. Si bien el estudio se realizó inicialmente para rastrear las EAI en los EE.UU., y su impacto en la salud a largo plazo, la investigación inicial y posterior revela una gran cantidad de información sobre los efectos de las consecuencias sociales de las EAI, incluido
- [d. Tipos de Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/d-tipos-de-trauma/) - Para una mejor comprensión de los problemas que enfrentan quienes han vivido experiencias traumáticas, debemos partir del hecho de que existen numerosos tipos de trauma. A continuación describiremos algunos de ellos. Trauma complejo: Se trata de una exposición crónica a un trauma interpersonal en un entorno de maltrato prolongado, particularmente en los primeros años de
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-27/)
- [Tema #3- Aproximación al encarcelamiento](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-3-lenguaje/) - a. Fisionomía de la prisión en la región latinoamericana b. La vida en prisión c. Retos que enfrentan las personas privadas de su libertad
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-26/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-25/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-24/)
- [Topic #3: How Yoga and Mindfulness Support Physical Education Standards](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-one-basics-of-adolescent-development/topic/topic-3-how-yoga-and-mindfulness-support-physical-education-standards/) - In topics 1 and 2, you learned more about the general developmental stages of puberty and adolescence. Here are some standards to help you consider what you might invite students to do or explore when designing your yoga classes or movement breaks. Below, you’ll find both the national and individual US state standards. While adherence
- [The Meaning of Yoga Service and Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/the-meaning-of-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/) - “Yoga service can be defined as the intentional sharing of yoga practices that support healing and build resilience for all regardless of circumstances, taught within a context of conscious relationship rooted in self-reflection and self-inquiry…..While yoga and service have long been practiced together, yoga service as a unified field is new and growing. As the
- [Topic #3: Ways to Apply a Trauma-Informed Lens to Behavior Management](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-five-adapting-yoga-for-system-impacted-youth/topic/topic-3-ways-to-apply-a-trauma-informed-lens-to-behavior-management/) - A restorative approach is one that focuses on building community. The intention with this approach is to help students be accountable for their actions and actively participate in creating their environment. While running circles is not the same as teaching a trauma-informed, healing-centered yoga class, some of the practices and principles can be applied to
- [Topic #2: The Connection (Pipeline) between Systemic Oppression, Trauma, and Youth Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-three-trauma-and-its-effects-on-adolescents/topic/topic-2-the-connection-pipeline-between-systemic-oppression-trauma-and-youth-incarceration/) - The school-to-prison pipeline describes how schools and their discipline policies increase the likelihood of a student becoming involved in the criminal justice system. In the United States, we are seeing a trend towards more policing of schools and less emotional and academic support. Severe discipline and zero-tolerance policies affect a disproportionate number of students of
- [Topic #3: Visualization and Meditation Possibilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-six-brain-breaks/topic/topic-3-visualization-and-meditation-possibilities/) - Visualization and meditation can help de-escalate our emotions so that we can be in a better place to accurately see what’s in front of us. We can practice these skills and tools with young people, and below are some suggestions for how. It’s important that you have had some practice doing these exercises on your
- [Topic #3: How to Use Trauma-Informed/Healing Centered Practices](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-three-trauma-and-its-effects-on-adolescents/topic/topic-3-how-to-use-trauma-informed-healing-centered-practices/) - The articles below outline ways to approach situations that offer voice and choice to students/participants in your class. These approaches help them reclaim agency over their actions and identity. Bessel van der Kolk defines agency as “the technical term for the feeling of being in charge of your life. Knowing that you have a say
- [Reflection 6.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-six-brain-breaks/topic/reflection-6-1/)
- [Reflection 5.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-five-adapting-yoga-for-system-impacted-youth/topic/reflection-5-3/)
- [Reflection 5.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-five-adapting-yoga-for-system-impacted-youth/topic/reflection-5-2/)
- [Reflections 5.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-five-adapting-yoga-for-system-impacted-youth/topic/reflections-5-1/)
- [Reflection 4.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-four-introduction-to-juvenile-facilities/topic/reflection-4-3/)
- [Reflection 4.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-four-introduction-to-juvenile-facilities/topic/reflection-4-2/)
- [Reflection 4.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-four-introduction-to-juvenile-facilities/topic/reflection-4-1/)
- [Reflection 3.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-three-trauma-and-its-effects-on-adolescents/topic/reflection-3-3/)
- [Reflection 3.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-three-trauma-and-its-effects-on-adolescents/topic/reflection-3-2/)
- [Reflection 3.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-three-trauma-and-its-effects-on-adolescents/topic/reflection-3-1/)
- [Reflection 2.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-two-overview-of-the-development-of-the-teenage-brain/topic/reflection-2-2/)
- [Reflection 2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-two-overview-of-the-development-of-the-teenage-brain/topic/reflection-2-1/)
- [Reflection 1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-one-basics-of-adolescent-development/topic/reflection-1-3/)
- [Reflection 1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-one-basics-of-adolescent-development/topic/reflection-1-2/)
- [Reflection 1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-one-basics-of-adolescent-development/topic/reflection-1-1/)
- [Topic #1: Movements Possibilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-six-brain-breaks/topic/topic-1-movements-possibilities/) - Movement is the primary tool used in a trauma-informed yoga class. That’s because our nervous system is designed to respond to movement! The practices below are some favorites that we’ve collected over the years, but they’re only a few examples of the many ways you could incorporate movement into your work with adolescents. It’s important
- [Topic #2: Breath Possibilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-six-brain-breaks/topic/topic-2-breath-possibilities/) - The breath is fascinating because it can both tell us about our state and it can influence our state. Because of this, it’s important to incorporate breathwork gently, to offer lots of choices, and to keep it short—at least to begin with. Here are some options that we have found to be helpful. Physiological sigh:
- [Topic #2: Creating Safety When Working with System-Impacted Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-five-adapting-yoga-for-system-impacted-youth/topic/topic-2-creating-safety-when-working-with-system-impacted-youth/) - Safety is essential for any practice that seeks to resolve or heal trauma. It’s a basic need and allows us access to our parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS). This includes not only physical safety but emotional and psychological well-being as well. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk says that “Healing trauma means getting used to things being
- [Topic #1: Mindfulness and Yoga Activities that are Applicable for System-Impacted Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-five-adapting-yoga-for-system-impacted-youth/topic/topic-1-mindfulness-and-yoga-activities-that-are-applicable-for-system-impacted-youth/) - Here, we suggest some mindfulness practices that can be helpful and healing for incarcerated youth. Our intention with these practices is to use aspects of mindfulness that have been shown to increase mental and physical health along a wide spectrum. Research shows that noticing and naming our experiences moment by moment may reduce emotional reactivity.
- [Topic #2: Reinventing the Juvenile Justice System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth/lessons/lesson-four-introduction-to-juvenile-facilities/topic/topic-2-reinventing-the-juvenile-justice-system/) - While numbers of youth confinement are dropping, many believe that big changes still need to be made. In this section, we will read about restorative justice for young people and positive youth development (PYD) approaches. The article Integrating Positive Youth Development is long and full of links to additional relevant research. It’s listed as one
- [Welcome!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/welcome/) - FUTURES is our webinar series focused on youth justice topics. We interview youth facilitators and others experienced in working with system-impacted youth. This is just one of our webinar series. You find all upcoming episodes for all of our series on our Events Calendar, and replays in our Webinars gallery. Upcoming episodes of FUTURES Click
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- [Topic #2: Restorative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/restorative-justice/) - Before founding the Prison Yoga Project, James Fox was the Program Director for a major California based Restorative Justice Agency. His experience facilitating Restorative Justice principles and practices with incarcerated people, greatly influenced his approach to teach yoga for incarcerated people and the evolution of the Prison Yoga Project’s methodology. Rather than focusing on punishing
- [Topic #2: Rehabilitation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-3-rehabilitation/) - To rehabilitate means to “restore to proper condition.” From our perspective another definition could be to “restore to wholeness.” If one considers the intention of yoga to unify mind, body and spirit, and as B.K.S. Iyengar maintained, “to restore the mind to peace and free it from confusion and stress,” it becomes abundantly clear how
- [Topic #3: Bringing Skills from our own Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-3-bringing-skills-from-our-own-transformation/) - “We don’t serve with our strength, we serve with ourselves. We draw from all of our experiences. Our limitations serve, our wounds serve, even our darkness can serve. The wholeness in us serves the wholeness in others and the wholeness in life. Service is a relationship between equals.”From “In The Service of Life” by Rachel
- [Topic #2: Conscious Relationship and Self Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2-conscious-relationship-and-self-reflection/) - The Yoga Service Council: “What is Yoga Service? A Working Definition” also describes conscious relationships, and how the commitment to self-reflection is critical to our work: “Sharing yoga always takes place within the context of a relationship. A relationship involves many nuances of the human experience. Conscious relationships acknowledge these nuances and ask people to
- [Topic #1: The Meaning of Yoga Service and Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-1-the-meaning-of-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/) - “Yoga service can be defined as the intentional sharing of yoga practices that support healing and build resilience for all regardless of circumstances, taught within a context of conscious relationship rooted in self-reflection and self-inquiry…..While yoga and service have long been practiced together, yoga service as a unified field is new and growing. As the
- [Topic #4: Mindfulness in Detention in the Netherlands](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-4-mindfulness-in-detention-in-the-netherlands/) - Findings on mindfulness in detention in the Netherlands. https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/nieuws/2017/03/mindfulness-training-bij-gedetineerden Lichaam En Geest Je Balans Vinden Achter De Tralies
- [Topic #3: Interoception](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-3-interoception/) - Interoception occurs when our internal sensations are brought to our level of consciousness. We are not always consciously aware of our heart beating, of our chest tightening, and our jaw clenching, all reactions that indicate we are in a heightened state and detecting a threat. Often, with trauma, we become detached from our bodies, and
- [Topic #2: Embodied Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2-embodied-awareness/) - Practicing mindfulness involves alert attention, slowing down, and using awareness of breathing and sensations in the body as anchors into the present moment to alleviate the habitual focus on thinking and the rational mind. So at its core, mindfulness is a body-centered awareness practice that involves “embodied awareness.” Part of being mindful and aware of
- [Topic #1: Demystifying Mindfulness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-1-demystifying-mindfulness/) - “The highest form of human intelligence is to observe without evaluating.”Krishnamurti Mindfulness originates from the Vipassana tradition to “see things as they truly are.” The contemporary definition of mindfulness, also known as mindful awareness, is that it is a self-awareness practice that involves paying close attention, on-purpose, non-judgmentally, to our present moment experience. And this
- [Topic #1: Healing Harm Caused](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-1-healing-harm-caused/) - One of the most common impacts of trauma is dissociation, a disconnection from self, others and from reality. A symptom of dissociation is called emotional numbing, which can become a way of life for many people who have experienced severe or multiple episodes of trauma and seek to avoid feeling further emotional or physical pain.
- [Topic #2: Yoga for Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2-yoga-for-incarcerated-people/)
- [Topic #3: How Trauma Informed Yoga Differs from Other Approaches to Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/how-trauma-informed-yoga-differs-from-other-approaches-to-yoga/) - Trauma-informed yoga creates an opportunity for individuals to strengthen their nervous system and develop greater resilience to stress, anxiety, and other symptoms of unresolved trauma. Those with an overactive SNS can practice certain asanas, mindful awareness, breathing techniques, and moments of stillness to activate the PNS. They can also become better attuned to their body’s
- [Topic #2: The Body's Stress Response](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/the-bodys-stress-response/) - Problems arise when a person endures an environment of constant threat or when the stress response becomes overwhelmed, and the circumstances subvert the body’s response to a threat. In the former situation, the nervous system can adapt to a heightened level of danger, and it becomes difficult for the person to move into a state
- [Topic #1: The Neurobiology of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/the-neurobiology-of-trauma/) - To grasp the neurobiological impact of trauma it is essential to first have an understanding of the brain and its functions related to our stress response including the critical role it plays in keeping us safe from physical harm. While brain science is complex, we want you to have a basic understanding of the various
- [Topic #4: Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/trauma-and-incarceration-2/) - In the previous topic, we introduced the concept of ACEs. While the study was initially conducted to track ACEs and their impact on long-term health outcomes, the initial and subsequent research has revealed a wealth of insight into the effects of ACEs’ social consequences, including incarceration. In this topic, we will further explore this connection,
- [Topic #3: ACEs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/aces/) - Another critical component of understanding trauma is learning the impacts of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). The CDC – Kaiser ACE study released in 1998 investigated traumatic childhood experiences and the effect they have on later-life health and well-being. They concluded that as the number of ACEs increased, so did the chance of negative outcomes, including the chances
- [Topic #2: Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/types-of-trauma-2/) - For a better understanding of the origins or impact for someone struggling with issues related to traumatic experiences, there are numerous types of trauma to consider. Complex Trauma Chronic interpersonal trauma exposure in a prolonged environment of maltreatment, particularly early in life, that often results in a more profound and wider-ranging impact than a singular,
- [Topic #1: Defining Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/defining-trauma/) - In the following topics, we will explore the connection between childhood trauma and incarceration, as well as the traumatizing nature of incarceration itself. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach, offers this definition of what it means to be “trauma-informed”: “A program, organization, or system
- [Topic #1: Implicit Bias and Structural Racism](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/implicit-bias-and-structural-racism-2/) - Poet and author Scott Woods speaks plainly about racism: “Racism is an insidious cultural disease. It is so insidious that it doesn’t care if you are a white person who likes black people; it’s still going to find a way to infect how you deal with people who don’t look like you. Yes, Racism looks
- [Topic #3: Transformative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/transformative-justice/) - While Restorative Justice involves the community as well as the victim of and perpetrator of a crime, Transformative Justice is concerned with the root causes of criminality at a social level and seeks comprehensive outcomes addressing these causes. It seeks an end to punitive practices, including solitary confinement, the death penalty, and even prisons. It
- [Topic #1: Alternative Approaches to Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/alternative-approaches-to-justice-2/) - Retributive Justice, the dominant approach to addressing harm in the US and most of the world, is based on punishment rather than rehabilitation. The presumption is that people will accept responsibility and change their behavior for moral wrongdoing through punishment and has roots in Christian religious and ethical principles derived from the Bible. Unfortunately, punishment
- [Topic #3: Types of Adult Prisons](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-3-types-of-adult-prisons/) - The Netherlands has different types of prisons. Persons being held in pre-trial detention or sentenced to a longer prison sentence are placed in a remand centre. Those who have been convicted to a longer sentence by a court are detained in prison. There are three women’s prisons and remand centres in the Netherlands. There are
- [Topic #2: Sentences for Adults Imposed by the Court](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2-sentences-for-adults-imposed-by-the-court/) - Custodial Sentences Custodial sentences may only be imposed on adults who have committed an indictable offence. They serve their sentence in a prison or remand centre. Determinate Terms of Imprisonment A determinate term of imprisonment may be for any period from one day to thirty years. The criminal justice authorities always count a month’s imprisonment
- [Topic #1: Sentences for Adults Imposed by the Public Prosecution Office (OM)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-1-sentences-for-adults-imposed-by-the-public-prosecution-office-om/) - Penalties imposed by the OM. In the Netherlands, the Public Prosecution Service can impose penalties for several common criminal offences. The OM may not impose custodial (i.e. prison) sentences. Municipal authorities and special enforcement officers also have the power to impose penalties of this kind. They can issue an administrative penalty for antisocial behaviour; for
- [Topic #1: Areas of Law in the Netherlands](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-1-areas-of-law-in-the-netherlands/) - Civil law (also known as private law) Civil law is the umbrella term for the law dealing with conflicts between individual members of the public and organisations. The government is working to achieve faster and simpler procedures for straightforward civil disputes. Administrative law Administrative law prescribes the rules that public authorities must keep in their
- [Topic #1: Restorative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-1-restorative-justice/) - Reactions to criminal behaviour for both young people and adults include more and more restorative measures. The article ‘Dutch developments: restorative justice in legislation and in practice’ gives an excellent overview of where we are in the Netherlands in terms of implementing restorative practices. What entails this trend, and what are the core values of
- [SUJET # 2 : Réhabilitation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-huit-yoga-pour-personnes-en-situation-dincarceration/topic/sujet-2-rehabilitation/) - Comme nous l'avons vu dans la première section du module, l'objectif principal de l'incarcération des personnes en France est de punir le(s) crime(s) qu’iels ont commis. Nous avons également examiné les taux de récidive, dont les pourcentages élevés reflètent l'échec de notre système pénitentiaire actuel à réduire les récidives et la surpopulation, ainsi qu'à ramener
- [SUJET # 1 : Guérir le dommage causé](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-huit-yoga-pour-personnes-en-situation-dincarceration/topic/sujet-1-guerir-le-dommage-cause/) - L'un des impacts les plus courants du traumatisme est la dissociation, une déconnexion de soi, des autres et de la réalité. Un symptôme de dissociation est appelé engourdissement émotionnel, qui peut devenir un mode de vie pour de nombreuses personnes qui ont vécu des épisodes traumatiques graves ou multiples et cherchent à éviter de ressentir
- [SUJET # 1 : En quoi le yoga tenant compte des traumatismes diffère des autres approches du yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-sept-pourquoi-un-yoga-adapte-aux-traumatismes/topic/sujet-1-en-quoi-le-yoga-tenant-compte-des-traumatismes-differe-des-autres-approches-du-yoga/) - Le yoga tenant compte des traumatismes crée une opportunité pour les individus de renforcer leur système nerveux et de développer une plus grande résilience au stress, à l'anxiété et à d'autres symptômes de traumatismes non résolus. Celleux qui ont un Système Nerveux Sympathique (SNAS) chroniquement hyperactif peuvent pratiquer certains asanas, une prise de conscience, des
- [SUJET # 1 : Chiffres](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-six-sante-mentale-et-addictologie-des-personnes-incarcerees/topic/sujet-1-chiffres/) - Rappelons ici les chiffres que vous avez déjà vus en première partie de ce module.Addiction : 38 % des personnes incarcérées depuis moins de six mois souffrent d’une addiction aux substances illicites et 30% à l’alcool. Psychiatrie : 7,3 % des personnes détenues sont atteintes de schizophrénie, 21 % de troubles psychotiques dont des psychoses
- [SUJET # 2 : Le traumatisme carcéral](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/topic/sujet-2-le-traumatisme-carceral-3/) - Le trouble de stress post-traumatique (TSPT) est l’un des troubles psychiatriques les plus fréquents en milieu pénitentiaire, puisque sa prévalence « vie entière » atteint 17,8 % chez les personnes identifiées comme hommes et 40,1 % chez les personnes identifiées comme femmes en détention. Pourtant, le TSPT reste sous-diagnostiqué et peu étudié dans cette population.
- [ACEs - Étude sur les expériences négatives de l’enfance](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/topic/aces-etude-sur-les-experiences-negatives-de-lenfance/) - Un élément essentiel de la compréhension des traumatismes est l'apprentissage des impacts des expériences défavorables de l'enfance (Adverse Childhood Experiences, ACE). L'étude CDC-Kaiser ACE publiée en 1998 a examiné les expériences traumatisantes de l'enfance et leurs effets sur la santé et le bien-être plus tard dans la vie. Ils ont conclu qu'au fur et à
- [Introduction Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/topic/introduction-quiz/)
- [SUJET # 3 : Ses effets sur le cerveau](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-quatre-traumatismes-et-leurs-effets-sur-le-cerveau/topic/sujet-3-ses-effets-sur-le-cerveau/) - Mission : Regardez ces trois vidéos sur les traumas et leurs effets sur le cerveau 1- Les traumas: S'adapter et réagir aux défis de la vie 2- Les traumas et leurs conséquences sur le cerveau et 3- Les traumas: Traumatisme et conséquences sur le cerveau (36 minutes) Puis regardez cette série de vidéos sur le
- [SUJET # 2 : Les différents traumatismes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-quatre-traumatismes-et-leurs-effets-sur-le-cerveau/topic/sujet-2-les-differents-traumatismes/) - Traumatisme complexe : L'exposition prolongée à un traumatisme interpersonnel chronique dans un environnement de mauvais traitements, particulièrement au début de la vie, a souvent des répercussions plus profondes et plus étendues que le Trouble de Stress Post-Traumatique (TSPT). Des études ont démontré que la négligence chronique a le même impact sur le cerveau que la
- [SUJET # 1 Qu’est-ce qu’un traumatisme ?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-quatre-traumatismes-et-leurs-effets-sur-le-cerveau/topic/sujet-1-quest-ce-quun-traumatisme/) - Trauma veut dire «Une blessure » en grec. Pour dire simplement, dans les mots du Dr Bessel van der Kolk, docteur en psychiatrie expert dans le domaine des troubles du stress post-traumatique ; un traumatisme est un événement qui arrive trop vite ou trop fort pour que le système nerveux puisse l'intégrer.« Un événement traumatisant
- [Pour Conclure la Leçon](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/pour-conclure-la-lecon-3/) - Qui va en établissement pénitentiaire ? On dit d’une personne qu’elle est “placée sous main de justice” lorsqu’elle est prévenue, incarcérée, condamnée à une peine alternative ou lorsqu’elle effectue un aménagement de peine. Au 1er janvier 2020, 245 000 personnes étaient placées sous main de justice, dont 83 000 sous écrou et 162 000 suivies
- [SUJET # 5 : Yoga pour le personnel pénitentiaire](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-5-yoga-pour-le-personnel-penitentiaire/) - En étudiant la justice transformatrice, nous apprenons que nous devons créer un changement culturel dans le système pour créer les conditions permettant aux gens de guérir et de se réadapter. Les conditions des milieux correctionnels sont néfastes non seulement pour les personnes incarcérées mais aussi pour le personnel. Les personnes incarcérées passent la majorité de
- [SUJET # 3 :Minorités de genre et sexuelles et incarcération](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-3-minorites-de-genre-et-sexuelles-et-incarceration/) - Si la sexualité est officiellement proscrite en milieu fermé, où pourtant les préservatifs sont distribués gratuitement, celle-ci fait partie de la nature humaine tout autant que le besoin de se nourrir et de s'aérer. Dans la mesure où l’exacerbation de la masculinité demeure la norme dans les lieux pour privation de liberté, comment envisager l'exposition
- [SUJET # 2 : Être une personne racisée en france](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-2-etre-une-personne-racisee-en-france/) - Mission : Avant de procéder aux sources d’information proposées, nous vous proposons de réfléchir aux différences en matière d'accès au logement, à l'éducation, à l'emploi entre une personne blanche et une personne racisée en France. Lisez ce rapport publié par le Défenseur des Droits, institution d'État. Vous pourrez lire uniquement l’introduction ou tout le texte,
- [SUJET # 1 Qui trouve-t-on en prison ?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-1-qui-trouve-t-on-en-prison/) - Mission : QUIZ : avant de faire des recherches, écrivez qui vous pensez que l’on rencontre en prison. À priori vous devriez déjà avoir quelques clés après les sujets vus précédemment.Regardez cette infographie et celle-ci du collectif Walden, cet article et cette infographie de l’OIP puis ce témoignage d’un homme incarcéré pendant 17 ans. (18
- [Pour Conclure la Leçon](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/topic/pour-conclure-la-lecon-2/) - La justice alternative existe bien en France, et la loi dit depuis 2009 qu’une “peine d’emprisonnement sans sursis ne doit être prononcée qu’en dernier recours”. Nous devrions donc constater l’application de mesures alternatives en grand nombre, mais ce n’est malheureusement pas le cas. En témoigne la surpopulation chronique des maisons d’arrêt, accueillant des personnes dont
- [SUJET # 3 : Justice transformatrice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/topic/sujet-3-justice-transformatrice/) - La justice pénale prend sa source dans un modèle économique capitaliste et patriarcal, qu’il sert et entretient. En effet, l'avènement de ce système est contemporain du colonialisme, dont il entretient et accroît les inégalités systémiques. Ainsi, l’on pourrait dire que lorsque le système carcéral met au ban de la société des individus considérés indésirables, ce
- [SUJET # 1 Evolution de la pénalisation vs augmentation de la criminalité](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/topic/sujet-1-evolution-de-la-penalisation-vs-augmentation-de-la-criminalite/) - En France, on incarcère de plus en plus et pour des durées de plus en plus longues, alors que le taux de criminalité (infractions graves et violences) est stable, voire en diminution. Pourtant l'idée d’une criminalité et d’une insécurité croissante a la vie dure.Vous avez déjà vu la punitivité croissante de notre société. Il est
- [SUJET # 1 : Données numéraires](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-1-donnees-numeraires/) - Mission : Avant d'effectuer vos recherches, écrivez brièvement, pour vous-même, l’image que vous avez des prisons françaises, combien de personnes vous pensez être en situation d'incarcération et, le cas échéant, votre expérience personnelle avec ces établissements.Quels sont les différents types d'établissement pénitentiaire en France ? Combien en dénombre-t-on ? Combien de places de prison y
- [Sujet # 3 : Pratique de pleine conscience incarnée](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/avant-de-commencer-2/topic/sujet-3-pratique-de-pleine-conscience-incarnee/) - Pendant que vous progressez dans cette formation, nous vous encourageons à pratiquer le yoga ou une forme de pleine conscience incarnée au moins une fois par semaine en utilisant l'une des vidéos que nous proposons. Vous trouverez ici des pratiques guidées en anglais et en espagnol. Librairie de pratiques
- [Sujet # 2 : Structure de la formation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/avant-de-commencer-2/topic/sujet-2-structure-de-la-formation/) - Auto-apprentissage guidé : vous lirez, écouterez et regarderez des documents liés à chaque sujet. Cet auto-apprentissage vous présentera également des ressources sur Internet qui vous permettront d’aller plus loin une fois la formation terminée. En cours de route, vous répondrez également à des quiz conçus pour vous aider à vous souvenir d'informations cruciales et pour
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/submit-final-yama-niyama-reflection-2/topic/reflection/)
- [Overview of Jnana Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/overview-of-jnana-yoga/)
- [Reflection and Self Study](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-and-self-study-2/)
- [Aligning your Higher Purpose - Past, Current, & Future Social Justice Work](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-12/topic/aligning-your-higher-purpose-past-current-future-social-justice-work-2/) - If you give yourself a moment to envision yourself facilitating a yoga practice for others, what does this look like? How do you feel? Where are you? Again, as we begin to approach the conclusion of this program, the mind naturally begins to shift to, “What Next?” We’ve reviewed options and scenarios for your future
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-8/) - Vrksasana (Tree Pose) Natarajasana (Dancer Pose) Bakasana (Crow) Parsva Bakasana (Side Crow) Navasana (Boat) Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold)
- [Establishing a Class Theme](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/establishing-a-class-theme-3/) - With any deep dive, there is always concern of resurfacing too quickly, being ill prepared to re-acclimate, and succumbing to “the bends”. This is true for self-study as well. As we take time to dive into our history to discover and uncover where embodied trauma exists within us, it is natural to need time to
- [Quiz: 5.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-do-servico-karma-yoga/topic/quiz-5-1-3/)
- [Quiz: 5.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-do-servico-karma-yoga/topic/quiz-5-1-2/)
- [Quiz: 5.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-do-servico-karma-yoga/topic/quiz-5-1-1/)
- [Quiz: 4.2.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/topic/quiz-4-2-3/)
- [Quiz: 4.2.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/topic/quiz-4-2-2/)
- [Quiz: 4.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/topic/quiz-4-2-1/)
- [Quiz 4.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-para-pessoas-encarceradas/topic/quiz-4-1-2/)
- [Quiz: 4.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-yoga-para-pessoas-encarceradas/topic/quiz-4-1-1/)
- [Quiz: 3.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-porque-yoga-para-o-trauma/topic/quiz-3-1-3/)
- [Quiz: 2.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-introducao-ao-trauma/topic/quiz-2-1-1/)
- [Quiz: 1.2.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-tres-abordagens-a-justica/topic/quiz-1-2-3/)
- [Quiz: 1.2.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-tres-abordagens-a-justica/topic/quiz-1-2-2/)
- [Quiz: 1.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-tres-abordagens-a-justica/topic/quiz-1-2-1/)
- [Quiz: 1.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/topic/quiz-1-1-3/)
- [Quiz: 1.1.2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/topic/quiz-1-1-2/)
- [Quiz: 1.1.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/topic/quiz-1-1-1/)
- [Tópico #1- Falhas no Sistema de Justiça Punitiva](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/2a-licao-tres-abordagens-a-justica/topic/topico-1-falhas-no-sistema-de-justica-punitiva/) - A reincidência é a tendência de uma pessoa anteriormente encarcerada reincidir. Certifique-se de ter lido a barra lateral sobre reincidência em "The Whole Pie - 2020" para compreender a complexidade e os desafios dessa medida frequentemente referenciada do sucesso ou fracasso do encarceramento. Num estudo realizado pelo Bureau of Justice Statistics e publicado em 2018,
- [Tópico #4 - Linguagem](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/topic/topico-4-linguagem/) - O que está implícito na linguagem que as pessoas escolhem usar? Prisioneiro? Infrator? Condenar? Esses termos não são monolíticos, nem trazem à tona que a pessoa descrita é um ser humano. Não estamos a trabalhar com criminosos, condenados, infratores. Estamos a trabalhar com pessoas que estão presas. Eles são muito mais do que as suas
- [Tópico #3 - Como é estar preso?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/topic/topico-3-como-e-estar-preso/) - Expandir a sua perspetiva do quadro geral e entender como isso aparece na sua comunidade é uma parte importante da preparação para trabalhar em prisões e cadeias. No entanto, ter uma visão ampla pode nos levar a perder a experiência pessoal imediata do que significa estar preso. Felizmente, o crescente interesse em reformar o nosso
- [Tópico #2 – O Panorama Local](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/topic/topico-2-o-panorama-local/) - Agora deve ter uma ideia melhor de como o SJC parece ser de uma perspetiva ampla, uma apreciação da complexidade do sistema e alguns insights sobre as maneiras pelas quais pode não ser tão "justo" para todos os envolvidos. É hora de fazer uma pesquisa preliminar sobre como isso acontece na sua comunidade, usando o
- [Tópico #1- O Panorama Geral](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/curso-de-treinamento-fundamental/lessons/1a-licao-explorar-o-encarceramento/topic/topico-1-o-panorama-geral/) - SISTEMA PRISIONAL EM PORTUGAL O Sistema Prisional em Portugal está sob a alçada do Ministério da Justiça, o qual prossegue as suas atribuições a este nível através, nomeadamente, da Direção-Geral de Reinserção e Serviços Prisionais (DGRSP). A DGRSP “tem por missão o desenvolvimento das políticas de prevenção criminal, de execução das penas e medidas e
- [2ª Lição: Meditação: Atenção Plena, Atenção Consciente](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/2a-licao-meditacao-atencao-plena-atencao-consciente/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-18/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-17/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-16/)
- [Practicing Dharana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-11/topic/practicing-dharana/) - The sixth limb of the eight limbs of yoga is Dharana, or concentration. This meditative offering invites us to focus our attention on a single point or object, reducing all distractions beyond the chosen object. Take time to explore more deeply your relationship with this form of meditation. Watch this short video. After the video,
- [Postures](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/postures-2/) - Marichi’s Pose (A,B,C,D) – Seated Twist Variation Janu Shirshasana (Head to Knee Pose) Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose) Upavishtha Kinasana (Wide Angle Seated Forward Fold) Jathara Parivartanasana (Supine Belly Twist) (Bridge Pose)Setu Bandhasana (Legs up Wall)Viparita Karani Practice: Module 8 Posture & Sequence Video.mp4
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-6/) - Hunumanasana (Half-Split) Gomukhasana (Cow-Face Pose) Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (Pigeon Pose) Malasana (Squat) Purvottanasana (Reverse Plank) Ananda Balasana (Happy Baby/Bug Pose) Practice: Module 9 Posture & Sequencing Video.mp4
- [Guiding for Hips, Shoulders, and Spine](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/guiding-for-hips-shoulders-and-spine/) - Now that we have explored the individual sections of trauma-informed sequencing and have spent time discussing invitational cues and safe anatomical movement, let us next discuss common requests you may hear in your programs. As you begin each class with a check in to inquire how the participants are feeling, you may begin to notice
- [Saucha](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-8/topic/saucha-2/) - Saucha (sou-cha) refers to cleanliness and purity. The literal suggestion of personal hygiene and decluttered space is included with this Niyama, but the exploration goes deeper. Saucha asks us again to consider personal truth as it relates to morals and ethics and invites us to pay close attention to our inner voice, gut instinct, or
- [The Chakra System - A Comparative Look](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-7/topic/the-chakra-system-a-comparative-look-2/) - Our nervous system is the communication platform of our body, sending and receiving messages to and from the brain. Before the scientific understanding of our nervous system, the chakras were studied. The chakras offer an energetic preview of our body’s function and flow of information, looking at body function and emotion as a marker of
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-5/) - Virabhadrasana III (Warrior III) Garudasana (Eagle Pose) Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana (One-Legged Standing Pose) Ushtrasana (Camel) Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) Tolasana (Scale Pose) Practice : Module 7 Movement Video.mp4 Module 7 Posture Video.mp4
- [Implicit Bias and Structural Racism](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/race-and-incarceration/topic/implicit-bias-and-structural-racism/) - Poet and author Scott Woods speaks plainly about racism: “Racism is an insidious cultural disease. It is so insidious that it doesn’t care if you are a white person who likes black people; it’s still going to find a way to infect how you deal with people who don’t look like you. Yes, Racism looks
- [Addiction and the Mind/Body Connection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/embodied-anatomy-6/topic/addiction-and-the-mind-body-connection-2/) - There is an established relationship between trauma and addiction. This makes sense, if you consider what the mind and body are attempting to do at times of trauma… survive. Now, the following examples are a few of many unique situations and experiences that can be present and manifest as addiction. History and experience do not
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-4/) - Utthita Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) Utthita Parshvakonasana (Side-Angle Pose) Ardha Chandrasana (Balancing Half-Moon) Parivrtta Parshvakonasana (Revolved Side Angle Pose) Parivtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle) Parivtta Ardha Chandrasana (Revolved Half-Moon Pose) Dandasana (Staff Pose) Practice: Module 6 Posture & Sequence Video.mp4
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources-3/) - Padmasana (Lotus) Bharadvajasana Pose (Twist Variation) Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes) Parshvottanasana (Pyramid) Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Leg Forward Fold) Practice: Module 5 Posture & Sequencing Video.mp4
- [Patriarchy & The Fear of Empowering the Oppressed](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-5/topic/patriarchy-the-fear-of-empowering-the-oppressed-2/) - Oppression is a form of stealing that follows human history. Throughout time humans who desired something; food, land, wealth, to name a few, chose to steal rather than taking the steps to gain the competency and right to have these things. This manner and mindset had spread and strengthened through generations to our current conditions
- [Postures](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/postures/) - Durga-Go (Cat & Cow Pose) Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose & Sphinx) Utthita Chaturanga Dandasana (Plank Pose) Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limb Pose) Urdhva Mukha Shvanasana (Upward Facing Dog) Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog) Practice: Module 4 Posture & Sequence Video.mp4
- [Aligning Your Path](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-4/topic/aligning-your-path-2/) - Recognize how you may be contributing to the harm you witness. Especially as we become aware of the pain and suffering of others that we were unaware of previously, we may feel shame, sadness, or guilt. The Sanskrit word Namaste often gets tossed around when discussing yoga and social justice. Namaste offers that the essence
- [Satya, Exploring our Truth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-4/topic/satya-exploring-our-truth/) - Satya (Sot-yah) refers to personal truth and truthfulness and builds upon the foundation of Ahimsa. Satya means non-falsehood, non-distortion, non-ignorance. While Satya suggests that lying is a form of harm and to carry untruths contributes to the pain and suffering of the mind, it also speaks more intimately to individual truth related to your unique
- [Posture Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-resources/) - In the spirit of normalizing growth and competency, the postures included in this module are often looked at as common, accessible postures in many all level yoga classes. As you explore the slides and embody the postures yourself, you may find that many of these postures are actually difficult and/or uncomfortable without props or support.
- [Yoga Sutras](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/yoga-philosophy-2/topic/yoga-sutras/) - Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras are essentially a guidebook or “authoritative instruction” designed to support your yoga journey. The Sutras offer advice, guidance and even warning of the experiences you may have within your human condition as you work toward personal connection. The Sutras are not telling us that when we reach a state of Samadhi, the
- [Postures Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/postures-resources/) - Review these postures, exploring the anatomical engagement within your unique body design to allow exploration to find the embodiment of the posture that meets your needs. Review the slides and observe how each individual embodies each posture. Notice the use of props in some of the images offered. Mountain Pose (Tadasana) Relaxation Pose (Shavasana) Chair
- [Mindfulness and Embodiment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-social-justice-and-leadership-a-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/lessons/methodology-3/topic/mindfulness-and-embodiment/) - In his book, Yoga: a Path for Healing and Recovery, PYP’s Founder James Fox offers this concise explanation of embodied, mindful awareness: “Mindful awareness (also known as mindfulness) is at the very core of a yoga practice. Mindful awareness involves using the mind for a different purpose than thinking thoughts. Rather it focuses the mind
- [Practice:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/practice/)
- [Instructing Youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/instructing-youth/) - When offering trauma-informed yoga programs to youth, we modify the program to meet their specific needs, both mentaly and physically. If you have worked with both adults and children, you understand the unique needs of these generational populations. Youth classes often reduce the amount of time spent on one activity (or a structured class that
- [Reflection: Module 17 Lesson 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-17-lesson-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 17 Lesson 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-17-lesson-1/)
- [Reflection: Module 16 Lesson 4 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-16-lesson-4-topic-1/)
- [Reflection: Module 16 Lesson 2 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-16-lesson-2-topic-4/)
- [Reflection: Module 16 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-16-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 16 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-16-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Planning Youth & Chair Classes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/planning-youth-chair-classes/) - The images and videos provided in this module will give you additional examples to add to your facilitator tool kit. Observe the illustrations offering posture variations (and some creative names) for sequencing classes for youth and chair practices. As you begin to prepare your final sequence to present, consider how you may utilize these variations
- [Review Neuroscience of Yoga / Impact of Youth Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/review-neuroscience-of-yoga-impact-of-youth-trauma/) - Trauma-informed yoga has been shown to be successful in helping youth recover from trauma in the following ways: Increase sense of control and agency: Trauma can cause a youth to feel things are not in their control, including their body. Yoga can help increase autonomy because they choose whether and the degree they choose to
- [Comparative Discussion - Bhagavad Gita](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/comparative-discussion-bhagavad-gita/) - We invite you to read excerpts or an entire translation of Bhagavad Gita. As we absorb the entirety of this training, and our growing knowledge of the practice of yoga, let us explore this ancient text and the lessons it offers. This epic poem teaches us the value of the royal path of yoga and
- [Aligning your Higher Purpose - Past, Current, & Future Social Justice Work](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/aligning-your-higher-purpose-past-current-future-social-justice-work/) - If you give yourself a moment to envision yourself facilitating a yoga practice for others, what does this look like? How do you feel? Where are you? Again, as we begin to approach the conclusion of this program, the mind naturally begins to shift to, “What Next?” We’ve reviewed options and scenarios for your future
- [Working for a Just & Equitable Future](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/working-for-a-just-equitable-future/) - Part of dedicating yourself to this work is also taking the time to acknowledge where, when, why, and how you would like to proceed. You may find after these last few months that the only service you should be offering is continued service to your own healing. You may find you are inspired to learn
- [Isvarapranidhana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/isvarapranidhana/) - (Ish-va-rah-praw-nid-han-ah) translates as “to lay your actions at the feet of God” and speaks to surrender. As the final Niyama and the last of the root practice of yoga, Ishvarapranidhana offers you the knowledge that, while personal diligence and mindful awareness are key to supporting your yoga practice, you can also give yourself permission to
- [Serving a Higher Purpose-Service-Oriented Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/serving-a-higher-purpose-service-oriented-yoga/) - We have explored trauma-informed and healing-centered methodology, human anatomy and physiology, yoga philosophy, accessible cueing and postures and a whole lot of self and world studies and discussions. We have talked about service. Service to self and service to others in a world where neither is an easy undertaking. Take a moment to reflect on
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-15/)
- [Centering Practice Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/centering-practice-sequencing/) - In trauma-informed sequencing, Centering is a vital place to return to throughout the practice. Our methodology first offers Centering after the Discharge/Energy Release and Dynamic Warm-up sections. This allows individuals to build their awareness of how the release of excess energy feels within their body, to take time to unify movement of their joints and
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-2-topic-3-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 4 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-4-topic-1-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 2 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-2-topic-4-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-2-topic-2-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 1 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-1-topic-1-2/)
- [Posture Review](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-review-2/) - You are welcome to be part of the Prison Yoga Project community. We consider you family, but with the understanding that even your involvement with our organization is invitational. This short video is an example of why we do what we do and why we are so honored you have trusted this next path of
- [Muscle & Joint Directional Planes Review](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/muscle-joint-directional-planes-review-2/) - Take time to move about and review directional planes and body movement with Nam! This series of short videos will take about 30 minutes to review. Practice along with a PYP Facilitator to deepen your knowledge of directional planes and anatomical movement. Keep note of any portions of these videos you would like to discuss
- [Yoga as a Path to Self and Collective Liberation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/yoga-as-a-path-to-self-and-collective-liberation-2/) - When we are not aligned with our personal passion, we can limit ourselves from our full potential to be who we are. Consider expectations that may have been placed upon you in your youth. Were these expectations aligned with goals you had for yourself? “You’ll be the first to go to college”, “You’ll do this”,
- [Your Voice Matters](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/your-voice-matters-2/) - YOUR VOICE MATTERS. Your unique history, perspective, and passion are going to be the most important gifts you can share with your future students. As you continue to build your personal practice and connect with aspects of philosophy, movement, and resources that speak to your personal experiences, you will be prepared to share this in
- [Empowerment & Changing the Narrative](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/empowerment-changing-the-narrative-2/) - The work of Prison Yoga Project is primarily focused on offering the practice of yoga to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people but our hope with offering this training in and outside of correctional facilities is to be able to encourage new facilitators to connect with the populations they are called to serve. For too long
- [Svadhyaya](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/svadhyaya-2/) - (Svad-ya-ya) is the Niyama all about you and collecting information to support your growth and your practice. Svadhyaya often refers to self study or the study of scripture/supportive literature and it gives you the opportunity to catch up to yourself and become reacquainted. If your experiences so far with your yoga practice are similar to
- [Permission to be Powerful: Strength and Mobility](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/permission-to-be-powerful-strength-and-mobility-2/) - Traumatized individuals have had some or all aspects of their personal power taken from them through the experience of trauma. Some counter this by lashing out through violence or anger or withdrawing through depression or anxiety. By guiding individuals to build their physical strength by controlled, focused movement and breath connection with mindful awareness, the
- [Jnana Yoga- Continuing the Quest for Knowledge & Understanding](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/jnana-yoga-continuing-the-quest-for-knowledge-understanding-2/) - Once you complete this YTT training, so begins your journey of continued learning. The opportunities to expand your knowledge within the practice of yoga and beyond are limitless! The foundations you are building in this YTT has given you exposure to much of what yoga offers and we invite you to begin to consider what
- [Establishing a Class Theme](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/establishing-a-class-theme-2/) - The class themes you are inspired to share are as unique as your personal voice and experiences. When you set out to guide a class and as you invite participants to join you on the journey, you are offering lessons for the mind as well as the body. You may find that in your personal
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 4 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-4-topic-1/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-13/)
- [Posture Review](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/posture-review/)
- [Muscle & Joint Directional Planes Review](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/muscle-joint-directional-planes-review/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 2 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-2-topic-4/)
- [Yoga as a Path to Self and Collective Liberation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/yoga-as-a-path-to-self-and-collective-liberation/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Your Voice Matters](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/your-voice-matters/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-2-topic-2/)
- [Empowerment & Changing the Narrative](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/empowerment-changing-the-narrative/)
- [Svadhyaya](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/svadhyaya/)
- [Permission to be Powerful: Strength and Mobility](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/permission-to-be-powerful-strength-and-mobility/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-14/)
- [Jnana Yoga- Continuing the Quest for Knowledge & Understanding](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/jnana-yoga-continuing-the-quest-for-knowledge-understanding/)
- [Reflection: Module 15 Lesson 1 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-15-lesson-1-topic-1/)
- [Establishing a Class Theme](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/establishing-a-class-theme/)
- [Reflection: Module 14 Lesson 3 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-14-lesson-3-topic-1/)
- [Reflection: Module 14 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-14-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 14 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-14-lesson-2-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 14 Lesson 2 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-14-lesson-2-topic-1/)
- [Integration & Relaxation Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/integration-relaxation-sequencing/) - As we wrap up this module, focused on restoration and support, it is vital to discuss the Integration and Relaxation portion of our sequencing. Offering the opportunity to fully immerse and integrate the experience of breath and movement provides a deeper reset to the nervous system. Following the Focus and Concentration section of the practice,
- [Joint & Connective Tissue Review - Exploring Yin Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/joint-connective-tissue-review-exploring-yin-yoga/) - Let us revisit the Hip, Shoulder, and Knee joints as well as the spine. Taking the information learned about the skeletal system and the benefits Yin Yoga can have on the joints, how can we offer this practice to support individual’s asana practice and overall health and wellbeing? The Hip Joint Observe the diagram of
- [Comparative Discussion – Gunas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/comparative-discussion-gunas/) - Let’s shift this discussion to the philosophy side and explore the Gunas. Also offered to us from Ayurveda, The three Gunas are energies that affect our actions. They are Sattva, Rajas and Tamas. Sattva offers stillness, clarity and balance and allows us to move forward. Rajas essentially has us on the hamster wheel, caught in where
- [Mitigating the Risk of Burn-Out](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/mitigating-the-risk-of-burn-out/) - A common conversation throughout this program that will continue as you become certified, begin sharing the practice of yoga with others, and use your voice to give action to your passions is the risk of burn-out. We discuss it often, in many different platforms, to express the absolute importance of self care and more importantly,
- [Seeing, Hearing, Speaking - Taking Social Justice Beyond the Mat](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/seeing-hearing-speaking-taking-social-justice-beyond-the-mat/) - Now that we’ve stirred up our passion for action, what does that actually look like? Where do we start and how can we establish support to continue. John Lewis stated, “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and redeem the soul of America… When you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you
- [Deeper Balance - Yin Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/deeper-balance-yin-yoga/) - A cool Yin Yoga practice provides balance within the body to support a warming asana movement practice. Yin offers postures that are held for several minutes and focus on joint support. Yin postures are intended to provide a moderate amount of stress to the connective tissues of the joints, the fascia, tendons, and ligaments to
- [Reflection: Module 13 Lesson 4 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-13-lesson-4-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 13 Lesson 2 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-13-lesson-2-topic-4/)
- [Reflection: Module 13 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-13-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 12 Lesson 2 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-12-lesson-2-topic-4/)
- [Reflection: Module 12 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-12-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Comparative Discussion - Yoga Sutras](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/comparative-discussion-yoga-sutras/) - We have journeyed deep into the practice of yoga over the past few months and there has been some mention of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. The Sutras are essentially a guidebook or “authoritative instruction” designed to support your yoga journey. The Sutras offer advice, guidance and even warning of the experiences you may have within your
- [Incorporating Mudras](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/incorporating-mudras/) - Some people are tactile learners. They learn by touch, by doing. By incorporating Mudras, or symbolic hand gestures, into your practice, you may feel a deeper connection to the emotions that arise through your practice. Mudras help add an extra level of focus to movement and meditation practices, connecting the body and brain in a
- [Dynamic Warm-up Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/dynamic-warm-up-sequencing/) - Once you feel that levels of excess energy have been released during the first part of the practice, the Discharge/Energy Release, begin to transition participants to movements that require a bit more concentration and deepens their focus on the actions of their body. The Dynamic Warm-up offers the opportunity to continue the release of excess
- [Comparative Discussion – Kleshas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/comparative-discussion-kleshas/) - Thousands of years ago humans were dealing with suffering. They understood that the Kleshas, the afflictions of the mind, disrupted the ability of the mind and body to function at their greatest capacity. Practicing the 8 Limbs of Yoga was the offering to become aware of and ease these afflictions to better guide an individual
- [Hurt People, hurt people. Healing People, see people](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/hurt-people-hurt-people-healing-people-see-people/) - Consider your personal journey. Reflect on the vastness of your life experiences, from your earliest memories to the present day. Where within these recollections do you remember being of service? This could be from helping to tidy your living space as a toddler to serving your community as an advocate for social justice. Holding a
- [Barriers to “Letting Go”](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/barriers-to-letting-go/) - Let us switch to an internal consideration and look deeper at Aparigraha. Take a moment to consider what types of things you hold on to and what barriers you have to letting go. Think of the pain you may hold on to. Guilt, shame, fear, loss. Consider the things that continue to cause harm. Jobs,
- [Reflection: Module 11 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-11-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 11 Lesson 1 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-11-lesson-1-topic-3/)
- [Clearing the Clutter Within](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/clearing-the-clutter-within/) - As we have discussed, your journey to become a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based yoga facilitator has as much to do with your own healing as it does your gathering knowledge to welcome participants and safely guide them through a healing practice. When you are still carrying your own clutter, you are more susceptible to triggers having an
- [Using Props/Creative Props](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/using-props-creative-props/) - One way to offer confidence and connection to participants is by normalizing the use of props and demonstrating the benefit props can deliver. Within each posture training module, we have explored each pose with and without the use of props to deepen your awareness of the variety of variations that may best suit the participants
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-12/)
- [Exploring Personal Consumption](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/exploring-personal-consumption/) - Brahmacharya offers us a perspective of excess. This Yama warns against the indulgences of anything in our lives that becomes consuming and therefore perceived as vital to our existence. Brahmacharya speaks to addiction. In many societies, addiction is given a hierarchy. There are organizations to support those who have become so disconnected from themselves that
- [Reflection: Module 10 Lesson 2 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-10-lesson-2-topic-4/)
- [Reflection: Module 10 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-10-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 10 Lesson 1 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-10-lesson-1-topic-1/)
- [Comparative Discussion– Doshas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/comparative-discussion-doshas/) - As we explore these aspects of social justice with respect to family and community influence, both in shaping our perspectives and as an obstacle to our personal moral compass, let’s check in with a bit more philosophy. In Ayurveda, a sister science of yoga we will explore further within this module, doshas are considered the
- [Following your Moral Compass On & Off the Mat](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/following-your-moral-compass-on-off-the-mat/) - You may be wondering how the previous section pertains to the practice of yoga, how these topics support your work as a trauma-informed yoga facilitator, and how these discussions can guide your personal path in advocacy and social justice. You may be well aware of the history of injustices in your community and in your
- [Lesson 7 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lesson-7-reflection/)
- [Lesson 6 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lesson-6-reflection/)
- [Lesson 5 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lesson-5-reflection/)
- [Lesson 4 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lesson-4-reflection/)
- [Lesson 3 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lesson-3-reflection/)
- [Next Steps](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/next-steps/) - Stay Connected and Continue Learning If you did not already have a membership on the PYP Community website, your enrollment in the course provided you a free six-month Supporter membership. This level of support gives access to continuing education content, such as our webinar series and practice videos, and we will also be introducing additional
- [Reflection: Module 9 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-9-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 9 Lesson 1 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-9-lesson-1-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 9 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-9-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Energy Locks (Bandhas)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/energy-locks-bandhas/) - Lauren Imparato’s blog post, Bandhas for Beginners: Intro to Yoga’s Interior Locks offers an explanation of what these energetic “locks” are and how they can be incorporated to deepen your practice. Mula Bandha is the root lock, also referred to as a pelvic or anal lock. Uddiyana Bandha is the sacral or abdominal lock. Jalandhara
- [Comparative Discussion – Koshas](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/comparative-discussion-koshas/) - As we continue to discuss personal growth and exploration, let’s again compare aspects of yoga philosophy and energetic connections. The Upanishads we learned of in module one offered that humans have five energetic bodies of consciousness called koshas. These layers range from dense to subtle. The outermost, being the physical body, or annamaya kosha which
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-11/)
- [Additional Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/additional-resources/) - We’d like to share a collection of resources we feel will help you better understand the experiences of system-impacted youth and the context in which we are working. This perspective is vital if we hope to be effective bringing yoga and mindfulness to incarcerated youth. We also like to invite you to recommend additional Additional
- [Forum](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/forum/) - Community is important. James Fox, PYP's Founder, often refers to Sangha, a Sanskrit word that refers to a group of people with a shared vision or intention. Our PYP Sangha is here to support one another in attaining our highest good and taking action in the world to relieve the suffering of others. We've created
- [Juvenile in Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/juvenile-in-justice/)
- [A 'required' reading](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-required-reading/)
- [Reflection: Module 8 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-8-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 8 Lesson 1 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-8-lesson-1-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 8 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-8-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 7 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-7-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 7 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-7-lesson-2-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 7 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-7-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [A Comparative Look at the Nadis](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-comparative-look-at-the-nadis/) - As we look at our internal systems from a modern scientific perspective, it is also important to connect the metaphysical view. The nadis are energy channels that connect the chakra system and support the rising kundalini. We can consider the nervous system as we think of the nadis. The kundalini is a spiritual energy that
- [Topic #2: Mindfulness in detention](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2-mindfulness-in-detention/) - Findings on mindfulness in detention in the Netherlands. https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/nieuws/2017/03/mindfulness-training-bij-gedetineerden Lichaam En Geest Je Balans Vinden Achter De Tralies
- [Eight Limbs: Practicing Dharana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/eight-limbs-practicing-dharana/) - The sixth limb of the eight limbs of yoga is Dharana, or concentration. This meditative offering invites us to focus our attention on a single point or object, reducing all distractions beyond the chosen object. Take time to explore more deeply your relationship with this form of meditation. Watch this short video. After the video,
- [Confronting the Thieves in our Heads](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/confronting-the-thieves-in-our-heads/) - Shifting now to how we can reflect personally on Asteya in our own practice, let us again consider the narratives within our own heads. We very often steal opportunities from ourselves by doubting our own ability, our own “right” to do something. Think of times that you may have had an ambition to do, learn,
- [Topic #3: Youth Facilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-3-youth-facilities/) - Youth Prisons/ remand centres/ treatment centres. There are 5 youth prisons / remand centres / treatment centres in total. RJJI De Hartelborgt (Spijkenisse), RJJI Den Hey-Acker (Breda), RJJI De Hunnerberg (Nijmegen) are state institutions. JJI Lelystad and Teylingereind (Sassenheim) are private institutions. “Kleinschalige voorzieningen” Some juveniles stay only a short time in detention and are
- [Topic #2: Sentences for Juveniles](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2-sentences-for-juveniles/) - HALT programme Juveniles who commit minor offences may be referred to the HALT juvenile crime prevention programme. This provides them with the opportunity to put right what they have done wrong. They can, for instance, apologise to the victims and pay for any damage done. If they fulfil their obligations and complete their HALT programme
- [Topic #1: Juvenile Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-1-juvenile-justice/) - Juveniles aged 12 to 17 who commit an offence are tried by Youth Court and penalised under juvenile criminal law. Since 2021, the Adolescent Criminal Law (ASR) has been in force. This ASR makes it possible to apply criminal law more flexibly for young people between the ages of 16 and 23. After advice from
- [Topic #2: The Judiciary System in the Netherlands](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2-the-judiciary-system-in-the-netherlands/) - The criminal justice system of the Netherlands is the system of practices and institutions of the Netherlands directed at upholding social control, deterring and mitigating crime, and sanctioning those who violate laws with criminal penalties and rehabilitation efforts. The Netherlands' criminal code is based on the Napoleonic Code, imposed during the French Empire. The Dutch
- [Reflection: Module 6 Lesson 3 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-6-lesson-3-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 6 Lesson 3 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-6-lesson-3-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 6 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-6-lesson-2-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 6 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-6-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 6 Lesson 1 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-6-lesson-1-topic-1/)
- [The Eight Limbs: Pratyahara](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/the-eight-limbs-pratyahara/) - To begin the discussion and exploration into Pratyahara, we need to consider the senses. This limb of yoga is often translated as sense withdrawal, but what does this mean, exactly? To get an idea, take a few moments to consider hobbies and interests you have had throughout your life. Reading, dancing, coloring, playing. Is there
- [SUJET # 2 : Surmonter les traumatismes par le yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-sept-pourquoi-un-yoga-adapte-aux-traumatismes/topic/sujet-2-surmonter-les-traumatismes-par-le-yoga/) - Mission : Regardez Bessel van der Kolk: Overcome Trauma With Yoga Bessel van der Kolk: (en anglais)” Mission : Regardez A.J.: Intergenerational Trauma sous-titres en français
- [Avoiding the Yoga Show](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/avoiding-the-yoga-show/) - While Prison Yoga Project methodology encourages the facilitator to practice together with participants, this is for purposes of demonstration. As a facilitator, your offerings of postures provide a visual reference to participants who may benefit from seeing a variation of the posture as well as hearing your verbal cues. By practicing along with participants, you
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-10/)
- [The Chakra System - A Comparative Look](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/the-chakra-system-a-comparative-look/) - Our nervous system is the communication platform of our body, sending and receiving messages to and from the brain. Before the scientific understanding of our nervous system, the chakras were studied. The chakras offer an energetic preview of our body’s function and flow of information, looking at body function and emotion as a marker of
- [Wrists, Elbows, Ankles, & Knees](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/wrists-elbows-ankles-knees/) - As we begin to look at the supportive joints within the body, we set our focus on the wrists, elbows, knees and ankles. Like the majority of human design, these areas of the body are complex and intricate and are both strong and capable as well as vulnerable and a common location for injury and
- [Aligning Your Path](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/aligning-your-path/) - Recognize how you may be contributing to the harm you witness. Especially as we become aware of the pain and suffering of others that we were unaware of previously, we may feel shame, sadness, or guilt. The Sanskrit word Namaste often gets tossed around when discussing yoga and social justice. Namaste offers that the essence
- [SUJET # 2 : Causes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-six-sante-mentale-et-addictologie-des-personnes-incarcerees/topic/sujet-2-causes/) - Mission : lisez Psychiatrie et prison
- [SUJET # 4 : Le privilège blanc](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-4-le-privilege-blanc/) - Mission : prenez un instant pour reflechir à ce que vous entendez par le mot “privilege” et par l’expression “privilege blanc”Écoutez la lecture de la “lettre adressée à mes amis blancs qui ne voient pas où est le problème" écrite par Virginie Despentes, puis l'épisode de l'excellent podcast Kiffe ta Race sur la question. (48
- [SUJET # 2 Justice restaurative](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/topic/sujet-2-justice-restaurative/) - Mission : QUIZ : prenez quelques moments pour écrire ce que vous entendez par une justice restaurative. Restaurative pour qui ? Comment ?Lisez cet article sur une initiative de justice restaurative en France.
- [SUJET # 2 : Le traumatisme carcéral](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/sujet-2-le-traumatisme-carceral-2/)
- [SUJET # 1 : ACEs - Étude sur les expériences négatives de l’enfance](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/sujet-1-aces-etude-sur-les-experiences-negatives-de-lenfance-2/)
- [SUJET # 2 : Le traumatisme carcéral](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/sujet-2-le-traumatisme-carceral/)
- [SUJET # 1 : ACEs - Étude sur les expériences négatives de l’enfance](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/sujet-1-aces-etude-sur-les-experiences-negatives-de-lenfance/)
- [LEÇON CINQ : Traumatismes et incarcération](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/)
- [Tema 3 - Interocepción](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-3-interocepcion/) - La palabra “interocepción” proviene del latín que significa “mirar hacia adentro”. Ocurre cuando nuestras sensaciones internas llegan a nivel de nuestra conciencia. No siempre somos conscientes de los latidos de nuestro corazón, de nuestro pecho apretado y de nuestra mandíbula apretada; reacciones todas que indican que nos encontramos en un estado de alerta y detectamos
- [Tema 2 - Conciencia corporal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-conciencia-corporal/) - Practicar la atención plena implica atención despierta, disminuir la velocidad y usar la conciencia de la respiración y las sensaciones del cuerpo como anclas que nos mantienen en el momento presente para aliviar el enfoque habitual en el pensamiento y la mente racional. Entonces, en esencia, la atención plena es una práctica de conciencia centrada
- [Tema 1 – “Lo que es realmente”: meditación de atención plena](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-lo-que-es-realmente-meditacion-de-atencion-plena/) - "La forma más elevada de inteligencia humana es observar sin evaluar". Krishnamurti La atención plena se origina en la tradición Vipassana de "ver las cosas como realmente son". La definición contemporánea de meditación de atención plena (Mindfulness), también conocida como conciencia plena, es: una práctica de conciencia de uno mismo que implica prestar atención (a
- [Auto Examen Semana2 Leccion 3 Tema 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/auto-examen-semana2-leccion-3-tema-2/)
- [Auto Examen Semana 2 Leccion 3 Tema 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/auto-examen-semana-2-leccion-3-tema-1/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-9/)
- [Tema #3- Justicia Restaurativa y Justicia Transformativa](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-3-justicia-restaurativa-y-justicia-transformativa/) - Antes de fundar el Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones, James Fox fue Director de Programas de una importante organización de Justicia Restaurativa con sede en California. Su experiencia como facilitador de los principios y las prácticas de la Justicia Restaurativa con PPL influyó en gran medida en su enfoque para enseñar yoga en prisión y
- [Tema #2 - Enfoques Alternativos a la Justicia Retributiva](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-enfoques-alternativos-a-la-justicia-retributiva/) - De acuerdo al paradigma de la Justicia Retributiva, el delito es un acto en contra del estado, definido como la violación de una ley. Por lo tanto, antes que lesionar a una víctima por medio del delito se lesiona la ley del estado. El foco, en consecuencia, está puesto en el estado, como concepto abstracto,
- [Tema #1- Fallas del Sistema de Justicia Penal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-fallas-del-sistema-de-justicia-penal/) - Uno de los indicadores generalmente aceptados para medir la eficacia del sistema penal es la reincidencia delictiva. Dicho concepto significa, simplificadamente, que una persona que ha sido condenada por la comisión de un delito vuelve a delinquir. Es decir, una persona que ha pasado por el sistema de justicia penal, que muy probablemente ha estado
- [Introduction to Directional Planes and Movement](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/introduction-to-directional-planes-and-movement/) - Understanding anatomical terms for direction, body movement, and body position will support your growing knowledge of yoga postures and sequencing and will help you to understand the importance of body alignment within a posture and offering transitions that allow the body to move from one posture to another safely. As you review the diagrams and
- [Identifying Assumptions & Perceptions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/identifying-assumptions-perceptions/) - Identifying our assumptions is not always a straightforward task but a necessary undertaking to begin work as a healing-centered yoga facilitator. The collective assumptions and judgments of society lead to exclusion and oppression fueled by fear, anger, and ignorance. Across a generation, perceived individual and systemic discrimination results in diminished mental health and overall well-being.
- [Recognizing Harm & Clarifying Consent](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/recognizing-harm-clarifying-consent/) - It is vital, as we begin our journey into trauma-informed yoga, that we address what harm could exist within the yoga environment and how awareness of these harms will provide you with insight to create a welcoming environment for participants. Consider first the foundation of yoga to reduce the fluctuations of the mind, allow space
- [Mindfulness & Embodiment](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/mindfulness-embodiment/) - Consider your personal history. Consider your day-to-day, your connection to others, your concerns for and involvement with your community, your relationship to nature. Notice how these thoughts impact your physical energy. Take time to reflect on section 1.1 of the Training Manual and the knowledge you are already beginning to develop. For example, consider the
- [Introduction to 8 Limbs of Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/introduction-to-8-limbs-of-yoga/) - You may already have a strong foundational knowledge of the 8 Limbs of Yoga. As you read through this section of your training manual, begin to consider how these limbs support, not only you, your personal practice and healing journey, but how each of these limbs can support you to share this practice with others.
- [Styles of Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/styles-of-yoga/) - As we’ve learned, yoga has continued to evolve. Throughout its evolution, the focus is unity within the self, connection to all sentient beings, and contentment between the mind, body, and spirit. The experience manifests differently for each individual who practices and depends upon the style of yoga. Continue reading Section 1.2, Styles of Yoga. You
- [Introduction to Sequencing](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/introduction-to-sequencing/) - How we offer a yoga practice has an impact on the participants’ experience. In this section, we provide an example of a more traditional class structure to compare this experience with the design of a trauma-informed class. In many traditional yoga studio and fitness class settings offering “flow,” “vinyasa,” or “Hatha” yoga, you may experience
- [Auto Examen Semana 6 Leccion 1 Tema 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/auto-examen-semana-6-leccion-1-tema-2/)
- [Auto Examen Semana 3 Leccion 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/auto-examen-semana-3-leccion-4/)
- [Auto Examen Semana 3 Leccion 1 Tema 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/auto-examen-semana-3-leccion-1-tema-1/)
- [Auto Examen Semana 2 Leccion 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/auto-examen-semana-2-leccion-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 5 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-5-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 5 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-5-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 4 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-4-lesson-2-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 4 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-4-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 3 Lesson 3 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-3-lesson-3-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 3 Lesson 3 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-3-lesson-3-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 3 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-3-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 3 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-3-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-8/)
- [Introduction to Ahimsa](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/introduction-to-ahimsa/) - You have been introduced to the Yama of Ahimsa, or non-harm, as it connects to your personal journey with the practice of yoga. We reviewed that this foundational root of the 8 Limbs of Yoga offers a continued reminder that connection to ones’ self and to others is deepened by our commitment to reducing harm.
- [Exploring the Spine](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/exploring-the-spine/) - The human spine is typically constructed of 33 vertebrae. The majority of the vertebrae, the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine sections, are connected by ligaments and vertebral discs to allow for mobility and shock absorption. The vertebrae of the sacrum and coccyx fuse during early development and support the structure of the pelvis and lower
- [Introduction to the Respiratory System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/introduction-to-the-respiratory-system/) - Take time to review the diagrams and videos offering animations of the respiratory system. As you build your awareness of the physiology at work within the human body, consider taking a moment to sit comfortably and breathe naturally, giving attention to these powerful actions of inhale and exhale within your own body. Watch: What Muscles
- [Reflection: Module 2 Lesson 3 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-2-lesson-3-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 2 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-2-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 2 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-2-lesson-2-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 2 Lesson 1 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-2-lesson-1-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 2 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-2-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 3 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-3-topic-4/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 3 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-3-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 3 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-3-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 3 Topic 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-3-topic-1/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 2 Topic 4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-2-topic-4/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 2 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-2-topic-3/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 2 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-2-topic-2/)
- [Reflection: Module 1 Lesson 1 Topic 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflection-module-1-lesson-1-topic-3/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-7/)
- [Building Core Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/building-core-awareness/) - The muscles of the core support spinal stability, torso mobility, and movement of the upper and lower appendages. Many individuals have trauma, discomfort, and disconnection to their core. From elimination irregularities to injury to insecurity, the relationship one has with one's core can profoundly impact their well-being-- mental, emotional, and physical. As we explore all
- [Understanding Embodied Trauma - Exploring Stress and Traumatic Stress](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/understanding-embodied-trauma-exploring-stress-and-traumatic-stress/) - We talk a great deal about trauma, and part of this comes with the understanding that trauma itself is vast in its definition. When we consider traumas, we consider experiences; direct, emotional, physical, generational, communal experiences that essentially attach themselves within the mind and body and have a conscious and unconscious impact on our mental
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-6/)
- [Tema #2 – ¿Qué se siente estar dentro de prisión?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-donde-me-situo/) - Luego de haber ampliado tu perspectiva del panorama general, una parte importante de tu preparación personal para trabajar dentro de prisiones es comprender de qué forma dicho panorama se manifiesta en tu comunidad. La idea es que tu conocimiento desde una perspectiva amplia no te lleve a perder la experiencia cercana de lo que significa
- [Tema #1 – Fisonomía de la prisión en la región latinoamericana](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-racismo-clasismo-sexismo-y-homofobia/) - En todo el mundo, de acuerdo a las cifras disponibles en 2019, 11 millones de personas (incluidas personas en prisión preventiva) se encuentran en instituciones penales. De ellas, aproximadamente 1.5 millones (13.6%) están en América Latina. En los últimos 10 años se ha producido un crecimiento muy significativo de la cantidad de personas en prisión
- [Tema# 1: Encarcelamiento de Mujeres](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-1-encarcelamiento-de-mujeres/) - Parecido al racismo estructural y clasismo sistémico que enfrentan los hombres pobres y de tez morena, muchas mujeres privadas de su libertad han sido criminalizadas/os por una multiplicidad de factores tales como pertenecer a las clases más bajas, con menor instrucción académica, con ocupaciones en sectores donde predomina la precariedad laboral, por habitar en las
- [Tema #2: Encarcelamiento de personas LGBTQI+](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/tema-2-encarcelamiento-de-personas-lgbtqi/) - En muchos países las minorías sexuales están privadas de su libertad a tasas desproporcionadamente altas y, una vez privadas de su libertad, tienen más probabilidades de sufrir malos tratos, castigos más duros, violencia sexual y otros actos de violencia y discriminación a manos de otras personas privadas de libertad o del personal de seguridad. Las personas
- [Spine, Feet, & Core](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/spine-feet-core/) - Skeletal & Muscular Mobility - Closer Look In Module 1 we began exploration into the human skeletal system, discussing the five major functions. It supports the shape and structure of our body, enables movement, protects internal organs, stores minerals and fat, and forms blood cells. As we continue our learning of human anatomy as it
- [Discussion Group Calendar](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/discussion-group-calendar/) - We value relationships and our in-person training events have always been an opportunity to connect with others who share a similar passion. We hope to continue this tradition in our online training through these discussion groups. If you're new to Zoom, please follow this link to install the application and test your set-up. Please note,
- [Social Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/social-justice/)
- [Discussion Forum](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/discussion-forum/) - As you work your way through the course, we encourage you to ask questions and share insights in the discussion forums. You might take a moment right now to head over to the Main Forum. Check out the "Introductions" thread and post a reply to introduce yourself. Go to the Discussion Forums
- [A Gargantuan, Costly, Failure](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/a-gargantuan-costly-failure/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-5/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-4/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-3/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic-2/)
- [Using Our Online Learning System and Getting Help](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/using-our-online-learning-system-and-getting-help/)
- [Topic](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/topic/)
- [Reflect on the current criminal justice system.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/reflect-on-the-current-criminal-justice-system/) - In the last section, we focused on gaining a better understanding of the current criminal justice system. Now, we would like to put this system into your own words.
- [Let's get started!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/topic/lets-get-started/)
## Reflections
- [The Big Picture - Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/the-big-picture/quizzes/the-big-picture-reflection-2/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/karma-yoga-and-service/quizzes/reflection-10/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/mindfulness-and-embodied-awareness/quizzes/reflection-8/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/healing-harm/quizzes/reflection-7/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/how-trauma-informed-yoga-differs-from-mainstream-yoga/quizzes/reflection-6/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/understanding-trauma/quizzes/reflection-4/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/systemic-inequities-that-intersect-with-incarceration/quizzes/reflection-3/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/the-power-of-language/quizzes/reflection-2/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/introduction-to-prison-yoga-project/lessons/extending-healing-to-correctional-staff/quizzes/reflection-9/)
- [Exploring Embodied Identity Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/exploring-embodied-identity/quizzes/exploring-embodied-identity-quiz/)
- [Volunteer Agreement Document](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/volunteer-agreement-document/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-58/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/reflection-5/)
- [The Big Picture - Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/the-big-picture-reflection/)
- [Quizz. Neurobiología del trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-4-neurobiologia-del-trauma/quizzes/quizz-neurobiologia-del-trauma/)
- [Quizz. Definiendo el trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-1-definiendo-el-trauma/quizzes/quizz-definiendo-el-trauma/) - Te invitamos a leer el prólogo del texto “El cuerpo lleva la cuenta”, de Bessel Van der Kolk, y subrayar las ideas que consideres más importantes, o aquellas que te resulten interesantes o sugerentes. Al finalizar tu lectura, lee las siguientes afirmaciones y coloca una V, si el enunciado es verdadero, y una F si
- [Quizz. Burn out y trauma vicario](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-5-autocuidado-2/quizzes/quizz-burn-out-y-trauma-vicario/)
- [Quizz. Desarrollando habilidades para nuestra propia transformación](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-4-desarrollando-habilidades-para-nuestra-propia-transformacion-2/quizzes/quizz-desarrollando-habilidades-para-nuestra-propia-transformacion/)
- [Quizz. Vínculos sanos con quienes nos acompañan en el servicio](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-3-vinculos-sanos-con-quienes-nos-acompanan-en-el-servicio/quizzes/quizz-vinculos-sanos-con-quienes-nos-acompanan-en-el-servicio/)
- [Quizz. La relación con el personal de los centros penitenciarios](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-2-la-relacion-con-el-personal-de-los-centros-penitenciarios/quizzes/quizz-la-relacion-con-el-personal-de-los-centros-penitenciarios/)
- [Quizz. Construcción de vínculos sanos con residentes: la importancia de los límites](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-12-autocuidado-y-acompanamiento/topic/tema-1-construccion-de-vinculos-sanos-con-residentes-la-importancia-de-los-limites/quizzes/quizz-construccion-de-vinculos-sanos-con-residentes-la-importancia-de-los-limites/)
- [Quizz. Karma-yoga, el yoga del a acción desinteresada, el yoga del servicio](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-11-karma-yoga-el-yoga-del-servicio/topic/tema-2-karma-yoga-el-yoga-de-la-accion-desinteresada-el-yoga-del-servicio/quizzes/quizz-karma-yoga-el-yoga-del-a-accion-desinteresada-el-yoga-del-servicio/)
- [Quizz. La Bhagavad Gita o Canto del Bienaventurado](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-11-karma-yoga-el-yoga-del-servicio/topic/tema-1-la-bhagavad-gita-o-canto-del-bienaventurado/quizzes/quizz-la-bhagavad-gita-o-canto-del-bienaventurado/)
- [Quizz. Los principios del yoga accesible](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-10-accesibilidad-e-inclusividad-en-la-practica-del-yoga/topic/tema-1-yoga-accesible-yoga-inclusivo/quizzes/quizz-los-principios-del-yoga-accesible/)
- [Quizz. Estructura de la clase](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-4-estructura-de-una-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma-en-las-prisiones/quizzes/quizz-estructura-de-la-clase/)
- [Quizz. Algunas directrices al iniciar un programa o curso de yoga en prisiones](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-3-algunas-directrices-al-iniciar-un-programa-o-curso-de-yoga-en-prisiones/quizzes/quizz-algunas-directrices-al-iniciar-un-programa-o-curso-de-yoga-en-prisiones/)
- [Quizz ¿Cómo es la clase de yoga informado en trauma que se realiza en las prisiones?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-2-como-es-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma-que-se-realiza-en-las-prisiones/quizzes/quizz-como-es-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma-que-se-realiza-en-las-prisiones/)
- [Quizz. El Proyecto yoga en prisiones.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-9-la-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-1-el-proyecto-de-yoga-en-prisiones/quizzes/quizz-el-proyecto-yoga-en-prisiones/)
- [Quizz. Aspectos básicos de una clase de yoga informado en trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-8-el-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-2-principales-elementos-de-una-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/quizzes/quizz-aspectos-basicos-de-una-clase-de-yoga-informado-en-trauma/)
- [Quizz. Introducción al yoga informado en trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-8-el-yoga-informado-en-trauma/topic/tema-1-introduccion-al-yoga-informado-en-trauma/quizzes/quizz-introduccion-al-yoga-informado-en-trauma/)
- [Quizz. Interocepción](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-4-interocepcion/quizzes/quizz-interocepcion/)
- [Quizz. Conciencia corporal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-3-conciencia-corporal/quizzes/quizz-conciencia-corporal/)
- [Quizz. Importancia de la atención plena](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-2-importancia-de-la-atencion-plena/quizzes/quizz-importancia-de-la-atencion-plena/)
- [Quizz. La cárcel y los samskaras](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-7-yoga-atencion-plena-mindfulness-y-conciencia-corporal-para-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/topic/tema-1-el-yoga-en-las-prisiones-y-los-samskaras/quizzes/quizz-la-carcel-y-los-samskaras-2/)
- [Quizz. Experiencias adversas en la infancia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-6-experiencias-adversas-en-la-infancia-eai/quizzes/quizz-experiencias-adversas-en-la-infancia/)
- [Quizz. Impactos físicos y psicológicos del trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-5-impactos-fisicos-y-psicologicos-del-trauma/quizzes/quizz-impactos-fisicos-y-psicologicos-del-trauma/)
- [Quizz. Tipos de trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-3-tipos-de-trauma/quizzes/quizz-tipos-de-trauma/)
- [Quizz. Pelear, huir, congelarse o complacer](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-6-trauma-su-definicion-y-neurobiologia-2/topic/tema-2-pelear-huir-congelarse-o-complacer/quizzes/quizz-pelear-huir-congelarse-o-complacer/)
- [Quizz. Sustancias psicoactivas y su consumo en cárceles](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad-2/topic/tema-3-sustancias-psicoactivas-y-su-consumo-en-las-carceles/quizzes/quizz-sustancias-psicoactivas-y-su-consumo-en-carceles/)
- [Quizz. Problemas de salud mental en prisión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad-2/topic/tema-2-problemas-de-salud-mental-en-prision/quizzes/quizz-problemas-de-salud-mental-en-prision/)
- [Quizz. Procesos biculturales y salud](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-5-la-salud-de-las-personas-privadas-de-la-libertad-2/topic/tema-1-los-procesos-bioculturales-y-la-salud/quizzes/quizz-procesos-biculturales-y-salud/)
- [Quizz. Sensibilidad cultural](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-4-sensibilidad-cultural-en-el-espacio-carcelario/topic/tema-2-sensibilidad-cultural/quizzes/quizz-sensibilidad-cultural/)
- [Quizz. Violencia y cultura carcelaria](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-4-sensibilidad-cultural-en-el-espacio-carcelario/topic/tema-1-violencia-y-cultura-carcelaria/quizzes/quizz-violencia-y-cultura-carcelaria/)
- [Quizz. Grupos vulnerables en la cárcel](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-3-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad-en-el-contexto-penitenciario-en-america-latina-clasismo-racismo-sexismo-y-homofobia/topic/tema-2-grupos-vulnerables-en-la-carcel/quizzes/quizz-grupos-vulnerables-en-la-carcel/)
- [Quizz. Discriminación e interseccionalidad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-3-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad-en-el-contexto-penitenciario-en-america-latina-clasismo-racismo-sexismo-y-homofobia/topic/tema-1-disparidades-raciales-y-economicas/quizzes/quizz-discriminacion-e-interseccionalidad/)
- [Quizz. Retos que enfrentan las personas privadas de su libertad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-4-retos-que-enfrentan-las-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/quizzes/quizz-retos-que-enfrentan-las-personas-privadas-de-su-libertad/)
- [Quizz: Primer acercamiento al encarcelamiento en América Latina y el Caribe](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-3-primer-acercamiento-al-encarcelamiento-en-america-latina-y-el-caribe/quizzes/quizz-primer-acercamiento-al-encarcelamiento-en-america-latina-y-el-caribe/)
- [Quizz: La reinserción social: el gran reto.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-2-la-reinsercion-social-el-gran-reto/quizzes/quizz-la-reinsercion-social-el-gran-reto/)
- [Quizz: ¿Para qué sirven las cárceles?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-2-las-prisiones-en-las-americas-y-el-caribe/topic/tema-1-para-que-existen-las-prisiones/quizzes/quizz-para-que-sirven-las-carceles/)
- [Quizz: Distintos enfoques en la justicia penal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-4-otras-formas-de-justicia/quizzes/quizz-distintos-enfoques-en-la-justicia-penal/)
- [Quizz justicia social](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-3-yoga-y-justicia-social/quizzes/quizz-justicia-social/)
- [Quizz. Los ocho miembros del yoga.](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-2-los-ocho-miembros-del-yoga/quizzes/quizz-los-ocho-miembros-del-yoga/) - Indicaciones: Elige la respuesta correcta.
- [Quizz: ¿Qué es el yoga?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-project-yoga-a-traves-de-la-lente-del-trauma-y-el-encarcelamiento/lessons/leccion-uno-yoga-encierro-y-justicia-social/topic/tema-1-fisonomia-de-la-prision-en-la-region-latinoamericana/quizzes/quizz-que-es-el-yoga/)
- [Quizz. La cárcel y los samskaras](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quizz-la-carcel-y-los-samskaras/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/topic/bringing-skills-from-our-own-transformation-2/quizzes/quiz-57/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/topic/conscious-relationship-and-self-reflection-2/quizzes/quiz-56/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/topic/the-meaning-of-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga-2/quizzes/quiz-55/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-correctional-staff-2/topic/yoga-for-correctional-staff-2/quizzes/quiz-54/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness-2/topic/interoception-2/quizzes/quiz-53/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness-2/topic/embodied-awareness-2/quizzes/quiz-52/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness-2/topic/demystifying-mindfulness-2/quizzes/quiz-51/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people-2/topic/rehabilitation-2/quizzes/quiz-50/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people-2/topic/healing-harm-caused-2/quizzes/quiz-49/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma-2/topic/how-trauma-informed-yoga-tiy-differs-from-mainstream-public-yoga/quizzes/quiz-48/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma-2/topic/the-bodys-stress-response-2/quizzes/quiz-47/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma-2/topic/neurobiology-of-trauma-3/quizzes/quiz-46/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/addiction-2/quizzes/quiz-45/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/mental-health-and-incarceration/topic/mental-health-in-the-us/quizzes/quiz-44/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration-2/topic/trauma-and-incarceration-3/quizzes/quiz-43/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration-2/topic/aces-adverse-childhood-experiences-2/quizzes/quiz-42/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/introduction-to-trauma-2/topic/types-of-trauma-3/quizzes/quiz-40/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/yoga-for-trauma/lessons/introduction-to-trauma-2/topic/defining-trauma-2/quizzes/quiz-41/)
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-18/) - Instrucciones: 1. Observa estos tres videos; El video “002 panóptico”, en https://youtu.be/--v1GxBu3WI El video "003 Celda", en https://youtu.be/4nL3rsou9nk (de la misma serie que "002 panóptico"; la cárcel es la de Miguelete en Uruguay, y la persona entrevistada en ambos videos es Jorge Tiscornia, preso durante la dictadura de en Urugay), y El video "Punta de
- [Part 3 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/part-3-reflection-3/)
- [Part 2 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/part-2-reflection-4/) - In this reflection, take a moment to practice some of the tools shared in the video. Here is a list for you to try out: Breath practices Ocean breath, “f” breath, “voo” breath (Peter Levine), breathing with tapping fingers Tapping Self-massage Rubbing chest Havening touch More engaging poses Chair pose Wall push up
- [Part 3 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-4/topic/part-3-4/quizzes/part-3-reflection-4/)
- [Part 2 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-4/topic/part-2-5/quizzes/part-2-reflection-5/)
- [Part 1 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/investigating-trauma-informed-yoga-foundational-training-workshop-4/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-4/topic/part-1-5/quizzes/part-1-reflection-5/)
- [When did you attend this workshop?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/workshop-complete-4/)
- [Confirmation of completion](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-certification/quizzes/confirmation-of-completion/)
- [Part 1 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/part-1-reflection-4/)
- [When did you attend the workshop?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-2/quizzes/when-did-you-attend-the-workshop-2/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-39/)
- [Part 3 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-3/topic/part-3-2/quizzes/part-3-reflection-2/)
- [Part 2 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-3/topic/part-2-3/quizzes/part-2-reflection-3/)
- [Part 1 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration-foundational-training-workshop-3/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-3/topic/part-1-3/quizzes/part-1-reflection-3/)
- [When did you attend this workshop?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/when-did-you-attend-this-workshop/)
- [Part 4 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-4/quizzes/part-4-reflection/)
- [Part 3 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-3/quizzes/part-3-reflection/)
- [Part 2 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-2-2/quizzes/part-2-reflection-2/)
- [Part 1 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/aligning-with-transformative-justice-foundational-training-workshop-2/lessons/workshop-reflections-and-videos-2/topic/part-1-2/quizzes/part-1-reflection-2/)
- [When did you attend the workshop?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/workshop-complete-2/)
- [Part 2 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/exploring-identity-bias-foundational-training-workshop-1/lessons/prerecorded-workshop/topic/part-2/quizzes/part-2-reflection/)
- [Part 1 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/exploring-identity-bias-foundational-training-workshop-1/lessons/prerecorded-workshop/topic/part-1/quizzes/part-1-reflection/)
- [Part 3 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/part-3-quiz/) - Thank you for watching and participating in this workshop! This workshop intends to share about Somatic Embodiment, our nervous systems, how to tell when we are dis-regulated, and tools that may be supportive of regulating nervous systems.
- [Part 2 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/part-2-quiz/) - In this reflection, take a moment to practice some of the tools shared in the video. Here is a list for you to try out: Breath practices Ocean breath, “f” breath, “voo” breath (Peter Levine), breathing with tapping fingers Tapping Self-massage Rubbing chest Havening touch More engaging poses Chair pose Wall push up
- [Part 1 Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/part-1-quiz/)
- [When did you attend the workshop?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/when-did-you-attend-the-workshop/)
- [Quiz: Women's Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/womens-incarceration/quizzes/quiz-womens-incarceration/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz: Economic Disparities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/economic-disparities-in-incarceration/topic/economic-disparities/quizzes/quiz-economic-disparities/)
- [Quiz: Race and the History of Incarceration in the US](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/race-and-incarceration/topic/race-and-the-history-of-incarceration-in-the-us/quizzes/quiz-race-and-the-history-of-incarceration-in-the-us/)
- [Quiz: Racial Disparities in Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/race-and-incarceration/topic/racial-disparities-in-incarceration/quizzes/quiz-racial-disparities-in-incarceration/)
- [Working Definitions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/three-approaches-to-justice/topic/restorative-and-transformative-justice/quizzes/working-definitions/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-11/) - Tarea: A través de un documento escrito, video, audio, imágenes o de la manera creativa que desee, reflexiona sobre lo siguiente: ¿Qué habilidades y capacidades reconoces en ti para realizar el servicio de yoga? ¿Cómo justificarías la necesidad de llevar un programa de yoga a una prisión de tu comunidad o de alguna comunidad cercana?
- [Actividades de aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-10/) - Tarea: Instrucciones: Define qué es una “relación consciente” contigo y con las demás personas. ¿Cómo puede tu práctica de yoga ayudarte a manejar los prejuicios conscientes e inconscientes?
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-9/) - Tarea: Reflexión personal. Instrucciones: ¿Qué esperanzas, sueños, convicciones te motivan a compartir tu práctica de yoga con poblaciones en situación de vulnerabilidad o encierro? ¿Qué temores, miedos, inseguridades identificas antes de empezar tu servicio? ¿Hay algo que pueda obstaculizar tu servicio? ¿Cómo puedes prever esas circunstancias para estar mejor preparado/a?
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-42/) - Tareas: Meditación y reflexión Instrucciones: Colócate en un sitio iluminado, y de preferencia tranquilo. Nota que la postura que has elegido para realizar el ejercicio te resulte cómoda. Puedes sentarte sobre una estera o en una silla con la espalda alargada y relajada. A continuación, te invitamos a realizar el ejercicio de Meditación sobre las
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-28/) - Tareas: Cuestionario: Piensa por un momento cuáles son los Derechos de los Niños, Niñas y Adolescentes que se ven vulnerados por las condiciones que ofrece la cárcel. Expresa tu opinión al respecto. Si, por tu profesión puedes aportar algún dato relevante al respecto, por favor compártelo en el próximo Círculo de práctica y reflexión.
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-24/) - Tarea: Respuesta breve a pregunta Para profundizar: Personas en prisión en México: más pobres que peligrosas Pobres, jóvenes y poco instruidos, así son los presos en México ¿Es la cárcel solo para los pobres en América Latina? Prisiones: la sombra del sistema penal Uruguay: aumentó la cantidad de presos "hombres, pobres y analfabetos" Datos del
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-25/) - Reflexión y escrito breve. Instrucciones: 1. Luego de leer la información que se te ha proporcionado, piensa en un ejemplo, observado directamente por ti o dado a conocer por los medios o alguna organización, de discriminación a personas indígenas que se encuentren privadas de su libertad en tu país o en el lugar que habitas.
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-40/) - Tarea: Cuestionario y práctica Instrucciones: Luego de leer el material que te sugerimos, lee las siguientes afirmaciones y señala en cada caso si se trata de un enunciado verdadero o uno falso. 2. Para esta actividad, tómate un momento en un espacio sin distractores en el que puedas estar en quietud, no más de un
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-37/) - Tareas: Observación de video y resolución de cuestionario Instrucciones: Observa el video Teoría Polivagal de Stephan Porges (10min), en https://youtu.be/ynTQiOtsgAs Si lo consideras conveniente, toma notas en tu cuaderno. Lee los siguientes enunciados y coloca junto a cada uno una “V”, si la afirmación es verdadera, y una “F” si se trata de una afirmación
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-33/) - Tarea: Cuestionario Instrucciones: Lee las siguientes definiciones, y elige el concepto que le corresponda.
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-31/) - Tarea: Resolución de cuestionario Instrucciones: Lee las siguientes definiciones y escribe en la línea el tipo de reacción al peligro de la cual se trata.
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-19/) - Cuestionario breve: Lee atentamente las siguientes preguntas y elige en cada caso la opción que corresponda a la respuesta correcta.
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-36/) - Tarea: Reflexión personal:Piensa en la experiencia de las personas privadas de su libertad que, además del encarcelamiento viven algún trastorno mental. Piensa: ¿Qué sensación produce en ti la imagen de una persona que padece algún trastorno mental? ¿Miedo, asco, compasión, desagrado o enojo? ¿Es otra la sensación que experimentas? ¿Por qué la sociedad rechaza o
- [Actividad de Aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividad-de-aprendizaje/) - Tarea: Ver el video: Compassion Prison Project “Un paso al frente en el Círculo, SIN PENA” (subtitulos español) https://youtu.be/L4Sd-_cXi8U . Piensa un momento, si reconoces en ti experiencias o vivencias que pudieron ponerte en riesgo de cometer algún delito. ¿Qué fue lo que te ayudó a tomar un camino diferente? Si lo deseas, puedes escribir tu
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-35/) - Tarea: Ver video de Francisco Chacón, Psicólogo Centro de Rehabilitación de Consumo de Sustancias Psicoactivas, Rostro de Jesús, Costa Rica Reflexión personal Instrucciones: Reflexión personal: Piensa un momento sobre tu consumo de sustancias o actividades legales e ilegales que pudieran calificarse como adicciones. ¿Qué impacto (positivo, negativo o neutral) ha tenido este tipo de actividades
- [Workshop Complete](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-workshop-2-starting-a-class-and-imagining-solutions/quizzes/workshop-complete-6/) - How do I participate in a workshop? Register for one of the "Upcoming Workshops" below Attend the workshop Complete the following quiz to let us know when you attended the workshop Upcoming Workshops
- [Workshop Complete](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/change-from-within-workshop-1-exploring-our-values-recalling-adolescence/quizzes/workshop-complete-5/) - How do I participate in a workshop? Register for your workshop below Attend the workshop Let us know when you attended the workshop in the text box below When we confirm your attendance, you will be able to download your Certificate of Attendance Upcoming Workshops
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-34/) - Tarea: Lectura y reflexión personal Instrucciones: Lee el texto “La transmisión transgeneracional del trauma en la Familia y la cultura” https://aleces.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/articulo-5.pdf y toma notas en tu cuaderno. Piensa unos instantes: ¿Existe algún evento colectivo traumático en tu país de origen que haya ocurrido en algún momento de tu vida o que tus ascendientes hubieran
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-32/) - Tareas: Ver video: Experiencias adversas en la infancia en prisión. Compassion Prison Project: https://youtu.be/Xo_RUSuk4s8 (subtítulos en español disponibles) (8min) Lectura de texto, auto-examen, carta personal. Instrucciones: Lee el texto EAI - Experiencias adversas en la infancia, y subraya lo que consideres importante o toma notas en tu cuaderno. Completa el auto-examen sobre tus Experiencias
- [Actividad de Aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividad-de-aprendizaje-2/) - Tarea: Lectura y cuestionario Instrucciones: Lee el prólogo del texto “El cuerpo lleva la cuenta”, de Besser van der Kolk y subraya las ideas que reconozcas como principales, o aquellas que te resulten interesantes o sugerentes. Al finalizar tu lectura, lee las siguientes afirmaciones y coloca una V, si el enunciado es verdadero, y una
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-45/) - Tarea: Video ; Autocuidado radical de Alicia Garza. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQ7FGkfPwyE&t=9s&ab_channel=AFROPUNK Reflexiona sobre la Rueda de la Salud, según la filosofía de los Círculos de Paz la salud de las personas se encuentra en balance cuando cuidamos estos cuatro dimensiones: ¿cómo estás actualmente en cada una de estas áreas? ¿qué te gustaría hacer para nutrir cada aspecto?
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-44/) - Tarea: Ver entrevista de Maxi Chaves, voluntaria del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones, Costa Rica https://youtu.be/SQEgvM406VM
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-41/) - Tarea: Visualización de video, reflexión y participación en foro Instrucciones: Observa el video “¿Qué significa la consciencia corporal?”, con Ashley Meader. Lo encontrarás en https://youtu.be/wyxlJcddl80 Si o deseas, puedes tomar notas de lo que te parezca importante. Tómate unos minutos y piensa: ¿qué es la conciencia corporal? ¿Cómo se ve y se siente la conciencia
- [Actividades de aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-39/) - Para profundizar Emerson, David, and Elizabeth Hopper. Overcoming Trauma through Yoga. Berkeley, Calif.: North Atlantic Books, 2011. Emerson, David. Trauma-Sensitive Yoga in Therapy. New York: W.W. Norton & Company, 2015. Van der Kolk, Bessel A. The Body Keeps The Score. New York: Viking, 2015. Center for Trauma and Embodiment www.traumasensitiveyoga.org
- [Actividades de aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-38/) - Tarea: Elaborar un Guión de clase Instrucciones: Revisar estos ejemplos de lenguaje invitacional 2. Luego de leer el material, considera la posibilidad de redactar el guión de una clase, como si fueras tú el facilitador o facilitadora. Incluye el lenguaje invitacional y un par de opciones en cinco formas distintas. Toma en cuenta el siguiente
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-30/) - Tarea: Conciencia corporal Luego de revisar el material de esta lección, busca un lugar iluminado y sin ruido. Colócate en una postura que te resulte cómoda y cierra los ojos. Tómate algunos momentos para respirar profundamente y sin prisas. Cuando sientas tranquilidad, trata de recordar algún momento en el que notaste que tu comportamiento reflejaba
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-29/) - Tarea: Imagen y reflexión. Instrucciones: Busca en la red, o si lo deseas, date la oportunidad de crear una imagen que represente la compleja experiencia de las poblaciones minoritarias privadas de su libertad. Puede ser una foto o un dibujo, puede ser abstracto o contener objetos o personas, ficticias éstas o reales. Cuando la finalices,
- [Actividad de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividad-de-aprendizaje-5/) - Instrucciones: 1. Observa la entrevista realizada a Sergio González Mato y reflexiona detenidamente sobre su narración. Si lo deseas, puedes escribir tus ideas y compartirlas con el resto del grupo en el siguiente círculo de reflexión e inspiración.
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-23/) - Tarea: Instrucciones: 1. Observa la entrevista realizada a Marco Vincenti y Warlin Barboza reflexiona detenidamente sobre su narración.
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-20/) - Instrucciones: Después de haber leído el material que te hemos compartido, tómate un tiempo para reflexionar y responder alguna de las siguientes preguntas: ¿Consideras que tu concepción de la justicia se ha visto modificada luego de la lectura? ¿Crees que saber un poco más sobre el tema te permite imaginar formas de conducta que ayuden
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-17/) - Tarea: Lectura y reflexión: Instrucciones: Lee el artículo “De qué sirven las cárceles”, de Daniela Ancira, directora de La Cana. Identifica las ideas que te parezcan importantes y tómate algunos minutos para reflexionar sobre los cuestionamientos que la autora hace al sistema penitenciario. ¿Hay alguna justificación legítima para la cárcel? ¿Cuál sería? Si lo deseas, redacta
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-27/) - Reflexiona la información que hemos compartido contigo. Si lo deseas puedes investigar un poco más sobre el tema. Piensa un ejemplo de la vida diaria que te resulte útil para explicar el concepto de interseccionalidad a una amiga, un amigo o un familiar, y compártelo en el foro con el resto del grupo. Posteriormente lee
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-21/) - Instrucciones: 1. Busca algún artículo o nota periodística que describa la situación que viven las personas privadas de su libertad en tu región. Observa si los datos que has encontrado coinciden o no con los datos aportados por el texto que te hemos proporcionado. 2. Comparte y comenta tus hallazgos con la persona o personas
- [FTW-5 Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/facilitating-trauma-informed-yoga-part-2/quizzes/ftw-5-quiz/)
- [FTW-4 Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/facilitating-trauma-informed-yoga-part-1/quizzes/ftw-4-quiz/)
- [FTW-3 Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/understanding-trauma-and-incarceration/quizzes/ftw-3-quiz/)
- [FTW-2 Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/foundational-training-workshops/lessons/experiencing-yoga-and-the-nervous-system/quizzes/ftw-2-quiz/)
- [Quiz 3.1.2: Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-introduction-to-trauma/quizzes/quiz-3-1-2-types-of-trauma-2/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz 4.1.3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-one-why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/topic-3-how-trauma-informed-yoga-tiy-differs-from-mainstream-public-yoga/quizzes/quiz-4-1-3/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz 3.2.1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/prison-yoga-special-teacher-training-leicester-england/lessons/lesson-two-trauma-and-incarceration/topic/topic-1-aces-adverse-childhood-experiences/quizzes/quiz-3-2-1/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz 3.1.2: Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-3-1-2-types-of-trauma/)
- [Quiz: The Neurobiology of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/neurobiology-of-trauma/quizzes/quiz-neurobiology-of-trauma/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-8/) - Tarea: Visualización de video Instrucciones: Observa la entrevista de Teresita Hidalgo, Orientadora, Unidad de Atención Integral, Ministerio de Justicia y Paz, Costa Rica Reflexiona un momento sobre la experiencia que comparte Teresita. Redacta en un cuaderno una breve reflexión al respecto. Guarda tu escrito. Si lo deseas, puedes compartirlo en el siguiente círculo de reflexión
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-43/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-2/) - Tarea: Reflexión personal Instrucciones: Luego de leer el texto anterior y de revisar el material sugerido, si lo deseas, piensa un momento en las personas a las que has lastimado a lo largo de tu vida, a través del pensamiento, la palabra o la acción. Por lo general, se trata de las personas con las
- [Actividades de aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-3/) - Tarea: Reflexión personal Instrucciones: Luego de la lectura del material sugerido, reflexiona y responde para ti las siguientes preguntas: ¿Por qué las personas podrían cometer los mismos errores una y otra vez? El yoga es terapia en movimiento a través de patrones habituales, ¿tu práctica personal ha generado cambios en tus comportamientos y patrones de
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-38/)
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-26/) - Tarea: Foro. Reflexión y respuesta a pregunta Instrucciones:
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-37/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-36/)
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-22/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-35/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-34/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-33/)
- [Actividades de aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-16/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-32/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-14/)
- [Quiz: ACEs](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration/topic/aces-adverse-childhood-experiences/quizzes/quiz-aces/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Foundational Training Workshop Dates](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/have-you-attended-ftw-1/) - Please enter the dates that you attended each workshop below. Attendance at four of the five workshops is required for a certificate to become available.
- [Have you attended FTW #4?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/have-you-attended-ftw-4/)
- [Have you attended FTW #5?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/have-you-attended-ftw-5/)
- [Have you attended FTW #3?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/have-you-attended-ftw-3/)
- [Have you attended FTW #2?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/have-you-attended-ftw-2/)
- [Quiz: The Big Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/topic/the-big-picture/quizzes/quiz-the-big-picture/) - *Please note, click the "View Questions" button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz: Trauma-Informed Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/how-trauma-informed-yoga-differs-from-other-approached-to-yoga/quizzes/quiz-trauma-informed-yoga/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [Quiz: Types of Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/introduction-to-trauma/topic/types-of-trauma/quizzes/quiz-types-of-trauma/) - *Please note, click the “View Questions” button to review correct and incorrect responses.*
- [SONDAGE DE SORTIE](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/quizzes/sondage-de-sortie/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-huit-yoga-pour-personnes-en-situation-dincarceration/topic/sujet-2-rehabilitation/quizzes/quiz-22/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-huit-yoga-pour-personnes-en-situation-dincarceration/topic/sujet-1-guerir-le-dommage-cause/quizzes/quiz-21/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/topic/introduction-quiz/quizzes/quiz-31/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-quatre-traumatismes-et-leurs-effets-sur-le-cerveau/topic/sujet-1-quest-ce-quun-traumatisme/quizzes/quiz-13/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-5-yoga-pour-le-personnel-penitentiaire/quizzes/quiz-30/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/quizzes/quiz-29/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-4-surpopulation/quizzes/quiz-5/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-2-role-de-la-prison/quizzes/quiz-3/)
- [Quiz: Conscious Relationship](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/conscious-relationship-and-self-reflection/quizzes/q-conscious-relationship/)
- [Quiz: Yoga for Correctional Staff](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-correctional-staff/quizzes/quiz-yoga-for-correctional-staff/)
- [Quiz: Interoception](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/interoception/quizzes/q-interoception/)
- [Quiz: Embodied Awareness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/embodied-awareness/quizzes/quiz-embodied-awareness/)
- [Quiz: Demystifying Mindfulness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mindfulness-aka-mindful-awareness/topic/demystifying-mindfulness/quizzes/quiz-demystifying-mindfulness/)
- [Quiz: Rehabilitation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people/topic/rehabilitation/quizzes/quiz-rehabilitation/)
- [Quiz: Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/trauma-and-incarceration/topic/trauma-and-incarceration/quizzes/quiz-trauma-and-incarceration/)
- [Quiz: LGBTQ People's Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/disparities-in-gender-and-sexual-orientation/topic/lgbtq-peoples-incarceration/quizzes/quiz-lgbtq-peoples-incarceration/)
- [Quiz: Restorative and Transformative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-restorative-and-transformative-justice/)
- [Quiz: Alternative Approaches to Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-alternative-approaches-to-justice/)
- [Quiz: Failures of the Punitive Justice System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/three-approaches-to-justice/topic/failures-of-the-punitive-justice-system/quizzes/quiz-failures-of-the-punitive-justice-system/)
- [Reflection: What's it like to be incarcerated?](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/topic/whats-it-like-to-be-incarcerated/quizzes/reflection-whats-it-like-to-be-incarcerated/)
- [Test Quiz 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/test-quiz-2-2/)
- [Test Quiz 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/test-quiz-1-2/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-28/)
- [Test Quiz 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/test-quiz-2/)
- [Test Quiz 1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/test-quiz-1/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-1-qui-trouve-t-on-en-prison/quizzes/quiz-9/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-1-donnees-numeraires/quizzes/quiz-2/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-4/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-6/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-5/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-7/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje (cierto o falso):](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-cierto-o-falso/)
- [Actividad de Aprendizaje](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividad-de-aprendizaje-3/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-13/)
- [Actividades de Aprendizaje:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/actividades-de-aprendizaje-12/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-sept-pourquoi-un-yoga-adapte-aux-traumatismes/topic/sujet-2-surmonter-les-traumatismes-par-le-yoga/quizzes/quiz-20/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-six-sante-mentale-et-addictologie-des-personnes-incarcerees/topic/sujet-2-causes/quizzes/quiz-19/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/topic/sujet-2-le-traumatisme-carceral-3/quizzes/quiz-27/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-cinq-traumatismes-et-incarceration/topic/aces-etude-sur-les-experiences-negatives-de-lenfance/quizzes/quiz-26/)
- [check this QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-23/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-quatre-traumatismes-et-leurs-effets-sur-le-cerveau/topic/sujet-3-ses-effets-sur-le-cerveau/quizzes/quiz-15/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-quatre-traumatismes-et-leurs-effets-sur-le-cerveau/topic/sujet-2-les-differents-traumatismes/quizzes/quiz-14/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-4-le-privilege-blanc/quizzes/quiz-12/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-3-minorites-de-genre-et-sexuelles-et-incarceration/quizzes/quiz-11/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-trois-inegalites-sociales-et-observations-demographiques-de-la-population-carcerale/topic/sujet-2-etre-une-personne-racisee-en-france/quizzes/quiz-10/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/topic/sujet-3-justice-transformatrice/quizzes/quiz-8/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/topic/sujet-2-justice-restaurative/quizzes/quiz-7/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-deux-justice-penale-restaurative-et-transformatrice/topic/sujet-1-evolution-de-la-penalisation-vs-augmentation-de-la-criminalite/quizzes/quiz-6/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/francetraining/lessons/lecon-une-quest-ce-que-la-prison/topic/sujet-3-la-chaine-penale/quizzes/quiz-4/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-25/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-24/)
- [quiz test](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-test/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-18/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-17/)
- [QUIZ](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz-16/)
- [Reflection: Module 3 Lesson 1 Topic 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/reflection-module-3-lesson-1-topic-2/)
- [What You Already Know](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/what-you-already-know/)
- [Auto-Examen:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/auto-examen-4/) - Escribir una respuesta corta: ¿Por qué es importante tener una comprensión más profunda de la compleja experiencia que tienen las poblaciones minoritarias cuando están privadas de su libertad?Escribir una respuesta corta: ¿Cómo le explicarías la interseccionalidad a una amiga/o que desconoce el concepto? Escribir una respuesta corta: ¿Qué situaciones incluirías sobre interseccionalidad en el encarcelamiento?
- [Auto-Examen:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/auto-examen-6/) - Escribir una respuesta corta: ¿qué explica que existan disparidades entre mujeres y hombres privadas/os de su libertad? Escribir sobre: tres formas en las que el encarcelamiento de las mujeres es diferente al de los hombres.
- [Auto-Examen:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/auto-examen-5/) - Escribir una respuesta corta: ¿cómo el encarcelamiento refuerza la pobreza intergeneracional?
- [Auto-Examen:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/auto-examen-2/) - Escribir sobre: Un momento en el que notaste un sesgo implícito en tu comportamiento. Escribir sobre: Tu reacción al ver los resultados de tus pruebas de asociación implícita. Describe cómo sentiste tu cuerpo mientras realizabas las pruebas y recibías los resultados
- [Auto-Examen:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/auto-examen-3/)
- [Auto-Examen:](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/auto-examen/)
- [Exit Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/book-club-my-grandmothers-hands/quizzes/exit-survey/)
- [Quiz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/quiz/)
- [Practice for Certificate](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/practice-for-certificate/)
- [Quiz: Addiction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mental-health-addiction-and-incarceration/topic/addiction/quizzes/quiz-addiction/)
- [Quiz: Healing Harm Caused](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-for-incarcerated-people/topic/healing-harm-caused/quizzes/quiz-healing-harm-caused/)
- [Quiz: The Meaning of Yoga Service](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/the-meaning-of-yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/quizzes/q-meaning-of-yoga-service/)
- [Quiz: Personal Transformation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/yoga-service-and-karma-yoga/topic/bringing-skills-from-our-own-transformation/quizzes/q-transformation/)
- [Quiz: The Body's Stress Response](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/why-yoga-for-trauma/topic/neurobiology-of-trauma-2/quizzes/neurobiology-of-trauma/)
- [Exit Survey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/quizzes/exit-survey-2/)
- [Quiz: The Local Picture](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/exploring-incarceration-in-the-us/topic/the-local-picture/quizzes/quiz-the-local-picture/)
- [Quiz: Implicit Bias and Racism](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/race-and-incarceration/topic/implicit-bias-and-structural-racism/quizzes/quiz-implicit-bias-and-racism/)
- [Quiz: Defining Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/introduction-to-trauma/topic/what-is-trauma/quizzes/quiz-defining-trauma/)
- [Quiz: Mental Health Issues](https://community.prisonyoga.org/courses/incarceration-trauma-and-yoga/lessons/mental-health-addiction-and-incarceration/topic/mental-health-issues/quizzes/quiz-mental-health-issues/)
- [Reflection](https://community.prisonyoga.org/quizzes/reflection/) - What happens when a person commits a crime? Start from the moment the crime is committed.
## Certificates
- [Foundational Training Certificate New 2021](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/foundational-training-certificate-new-2021/) - Certificate of Completion presented to for the successful completion of This certificate is presented for successfully completing a 34-hour training in the U.S. criminal justice system, the impacts, and mechanisms of trauma, how trauma relates to incarceration, and the rationale for body-based mindfulness practices, such as yoga, to address that trauma.
- [2022-10 Change from Within Certificate](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/2022-10-change-from-within-certificate/) - Certificate of Completion presented to for the successful completion of Change from Within: Yoga for Youth in the Juvenile Justice System This certificate is presented for completing a 30–hour training in adolescents' anatomical, physiological, and emotional development and the juvenile justice system.
- [Foundational Training - Bill](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/foundational-training-bill/) - Certificate of Completion presented to for completion of This certificate is presented for completing a 24-hour training in the U.S. criminal justice system, the impacts, and mechanisms of trauma, how trauma relates to incarceration, and the rationale for body-based mindfulness practices, such as yoga, to address that trauma.
- [Foundational Training - French](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/18041/) - Certificat de Formation Attribué à pour avoir suivi la formation de Prison Yoga Project, Septembre 2021 Le yoga à travers le prisme des traumatismes et de l’incarcération Ce certificat est délivré pour avoir suivi avec succès une formation de 24 heures qui porte sur l’administration pénitentiaire française et qui examine les normes socio-culturelles contribuant aux
- [YTT Certificate 2021](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/14758/) - In Accordance with Yoga Alliance Standards for Certification of a 200-Hour Yoga Facilitator Has successfully completed Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership training Congratulations on completing this trauma-informed yoga teacher training with a mindfulness approach and an emphasis on accessibility, inclusivity, and social justice. This 200-hour YTT can prepare one to facilitate yoga to various commmunities and
- [Spanish Foundational Training Certificate](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/13933/) - Certificado de Realización Exitosa Presentado a Este certificado se presenta para la finalizacion de 32 horas de capacitación en los fundamentos del problema del encarcelamiento en América Latina, discriminación e interseccionalidad en el contexto penitenciario en América Latina, trauma, salud mental, y adiciones en prisión, la neurobiología del trauma y yoga para abordar el trauma, yoga y atención plena
- [My Grandmother's Hands Certificate](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/bookclub-mygrandmothershands/) - Certificate of Completion presented to on for the completion of has successfully completed 10 hours of training and assignments based on My Grandmother's Hands, studied through the lens of yoga and incarceration.
- [FTW-4 - Investigating Trauma-Informed Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/ftw-4-investigating-trauma-informed-yoga/) - Certificate of Completion presented to on for the completion of has successfully completed a 2-hour workshop exploring trauma-informed yoga through the lens of yoga and incarceration.
- [FTW-3 - Understanding Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/ftw-3-understanding-trauma-and-incarceration/) - Certificate of Completion presented to on for the completion of has successfully completed a 2-hour workshop exploring trauma through the lens of yoga and incarceration.
- [FTW-2 - Aligning with Transformative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/ftw-2-aligning-with-transformative-justice/) - Certificate of Completion presented to on for the completion of has successfully completed a 2-hour workshop exploring Transformative Justice through the lens of yoga and incarceration.
- [FTW-1 - Identity and Bias](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/ftw-1-identity-and-bias/) - Certificate of Completion presented to on for the completion of has successfully completed a 2-hour workshop exploring identity and bias through the lens of yoga and incarceration.
- [Foundational Training Certificate](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/foundational-training-certificate/) - Certificate of Completion presented to on for the completion of has successfully completed 24 hours of training in the U.S. criminal justice system, the impacts and mechanisms of trauma, how trauma relates to incarceration, and the rationale for body-based mindfulness practices, such as yoga, to address that trauma.
- [Foundation Training Sample](https://community.prisonyoga.org/certificates/foundation-training-sample/)
## Groups
- [June 2026 YTT Cohort](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/june-2026-ytt-cohort/) - Thank you for joining the Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership: a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training! Links: June 2026 Cohort Forum Page Live Session Zoom Link
- [PYP YTT January 2026](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-january-2026/) - Thank you for joining the YTT January 2026 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page. YTT live session Zoom link 1/15-5/21
- [Foundational Training: Yoga Through the Lens of Trauma and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/foundational-training-course-group/) - This online training is an evolution of the popular in-person weekend training we have offered since 2010. More than 3,000 people have attended one of our training programs. Many have become facilitators leading yoga practices with incarcerated men, women, and youth; some have even started their own yoga service programs. We’ve had lawyers, therapists, social
- [PYP YTT June 2025](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-june-2025/) - Thank you for joining the YTT January 2025 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page. When you've completed the program, please complete this survey.
- [PYP YTT January 2025](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-january-2025/) - Thank you for joining the YTT January 2025 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page. Weekly Zoom Link.
- [PYP YTT June 2024](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-june-2024/) - Thank you for joining the YTT June 2024 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page. Weekly Zoom Link.
- [PYP YTT January 2024](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-january-2024/) - Thank you for joining the YTT January 2024 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page. Weekly Zoom Link. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84566650983?pwd=fEOPWSh6csRa0TeBpWEIrgNp7rbvtb.1
- [Change from Within: A Healing Centered Approach to Working with Youth Course Group](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/change-from-within-a-healing-centered-approach-to-working-with-youth-course-group/)
- [PYP YTT June 2023](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-june-2023/) - Thank you for joining the YTT June 2023 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page Weekly Zoom Link
- [CERTIFICACIÓN BÁSICA EN YOGA ENFOCADO AL TRAUMA EN CONTEXTO DE ENCIERRO – 2023-02](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/certificacion-basica-en-yoga-enfocado-al-trauma-en-contexto-de-encierro-2023-02/)
- [PYP YTT January 2023](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-january-2023/) - Thank you for joining the YTT Summer 2022 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page Weekly Zoom Link
- [PYP YTT January 2022](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-spring-2022/) - Thank you for joining the YTT January 2022 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page Weekly Zoom Link
- [PYP YTT July 2022](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/pyp-ytt-july-2022/) - Thank you for joining the YTT Summer 2022 cohort! Click to go to the Forum Page Weekly Zoom Link
- [CERTIFICACIÓN BÁSICA EN YOGA ENFOCADO AL TRAUMA EN CONTEXTO DE ENCIERRO – 2022-03](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/certificacion-basica-en-yoga-enfocado-al-trauma-en-contexto-de-encierro-2022-03/) - Nos emociona que te unas a la Certificación básica en “Yoga enfocado al trauma en contexto de encierro” del Proyecto de Yoga en Prisiones – México. Encontrarás la capacitación en "Cursos" en el menú principal. Lee la sección "Descripción general de la capacitación" lo antes posible. Ten en cuenta que para aprovechar al máximo los
- [PRISON YOGA TEACHER TRAINING – SOMASANA YOGA 8, PARIS 2021](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/prison-yoga-teacher-training-somasana-yoga-8-paris-2021/) - Bonjour,Ce dossier contient les supports de formation ainsi que les PDF des deux livres écrits par James Fox, notre fondateur et Josefin Wikström, notre responsable des programmes Europe.Nous pensons qu’il serait utile que vous imprimiez les supports et que vous vous familiarisez avec le contenu des livres.
- [Spanish Training - 2021](https://community.prisonyoga.org/ld-groups/spanish-training-2021/)
## Videos
- [The Heart of Yoga: Philosophy, Policy, and Social Justice with Hari-kirtana das](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-heart-of-yoga-philosophy-policy-and-social-justice-with-hari-kirtana-das/) - Join us for an illuminating conversation with Hari-kirtana das, a seasoned yoga teacher, philosopher, and advocate for non-sectarian spirituality. Together, we’ll explore how ancient yoga philosophy provides a framework for addressing modern social and political challenges, including the separation of church and state, systemic injustice, and the role of discernment in creating equitable policies and
- [Youth, Addiction, and Cultivating Emotional Safety with Psychologist and Youth Mindfulness Facilitator, Dr. Sam Himelstein](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/30478/) - We are so excited to be starting our 2023 Season off with our first guest, Dr. Sam Himelstein! The founder and president of the Center for Adolescent Studies. Dr. Himelstein is a Licensed Psychologist and Mindfulness facilitator. We will discuss real solutions and frameworks for cultivating emotional and relational safety and working with teens who
- [Centering with Psychologist and Youth Mindfulness Facilitator, Dr. Sam Himelstein](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-psychologist-and-youth-mindfulness-facilitator-dr-sam-himelstein/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Working with Severe Mental Health Challenges in Correctional Settings with Josefin Wikström](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/working-with-severe-mental-health-challenges-in-correctional-settings-with-josefin-wikstrom/) - In this workshop, we joined Josefin Wikström to explore practical strategies for supporting individuals with severe mental health challenges in forensic psychiatry settings. We delved into approaches for working with those experiencing severe PTSD, psychosis, dissociative identity disorder, and other co-occurring conditions, often in heavily medicated contexts. Through discussions on creating safe spaces, understanding medication
- [Beyond the Bench with Judge Dan Healy: Utilizing Intercepts for Transformative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/beyond-the-bench-with-judge-dan-healy-utilizing-intercepts-for-transformative-justice/) - “Transformational and inspirational.” “ Wow, that was absolutely amazing and inspiring” are a few things we have heard about this week's episode. If you’re feeling defeated this week, this podcast might just be the healing salve you’re looking for! During our time together, we explored the possibilities within the Sequential Intercept Model to create a
- [Communities of Care: Transforming Aging and Dying in Prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/communities-of-care-transforming-aging-and-dying-in-prison/) - Aging and dying in prison is a deeply underexplored issue, yet it's one that affects a growing number of incarcerated individuals. With over 186,000 people aged 55 or older currently behind bars, the U.S. prison system is struggling to meet the complex health needs of this population. By 2030, one-third of incarcerated people will be
- [Yoga for Communities: Healing, Growth, and Community Impact with Shawandra Ford](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-for-communities-healing-growth-and-community-impact-with-shawandra-ford/) - Join us for an insightful conversation with Shawandra, a seasoned yoga instructor whose journey has been shaped by personal healing, community engagement, and a deep desire to make yoga accessible to those who need it most. Shawandra will share her inspiring story of discovering yoga after grief and loss and how this practice transformed her
- [Reimagining Grief: Systemic Change and Compassionate Support for Bereaved Families](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/reimagining-grief-systemic-change-and-compassionate-support-for-bereaved-families/) - Join us for a compelling conversation with Joyal Mulheron, founder of Evermore and a seasoned public policy expert, as we explore the often overlooked but profound impacts of grief and bereavement on individuals and communities. Joyal, who has advised The White House and national leaders, will share her journey from policy advising to founding Evermore,
- [Healing Harm: James Fox, Prison Yoga Project Founder](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-10-06-a-conversation-with-james-fox-prison-yoga-project-founder/) - Join us for an illuminating conversation with Prison Yoga Project Founder, James Fox. James’ 18 years of experience facilitating yoga for men at San Quentin State Prison has gifted him with a wealth of insights into yoga as a practice of personal and social transformation. In a conversation with PYP’s current Executive Director, Bill Brown,
- [The Journey Inward: Stephen Liebb and James Fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-11-20-a-conversation-with-stephen-liebb-final-1/)
- [The Journey Inward: Kimini Randall and Chanda Williams](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/a-conversation-with-kimini-randall-and-chanda-williams/) - As someone who lives and practices yoga, you understand the immense healing opportunities yoga and mindfulness offer. For our end of the year fundraising campaign, we are celebrating Kimini Randall, one of our program participants, and his successful re-entry after 23 years in prison When we sat down to talk with Kimini the first time,
- [The Invitation: Geoff O'Meara](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-invitation-with-geoff-omeara/) - Welcome to our new series, The Invitation. Through this series, we will be interviewing PYP Program Directors and Facilitators worldwide to discuss their background, influences, and experience offering yoga and mindfulness as a service. Our first guest is Geoff O’Meara is our UK program director. Geoff has had the unique opportunity of working within both
- [The Journey Inward: Yoga Teacher Training in a New Hampshire Women’s State Prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-journey-inward-yoga-teacher-training-in-a-new-hampshire-womens-state-prison/) - In 2019, PYP Program Director Jen Lindgren led a 200 YTT for 10 women incarcerated at New Hampshire State Prison. Leanne Elliott was a program participant who found immense value in mindfulness and yoga facilitation and study. Join us to hear from Leanne and Jen the story of how this yoga teacher training created an opportunity
- [The Invitation: Miranda Hope](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-invitation-miranda-hope/) - When Miranda first wrote to the Superintendent of the RSW Regional Jail in Front Royal, Virginia, she was pretty sure that yoga was the very last thing he would want in his facility. He looked intimidating in his picture on the jail's website, a large, crisply uniformed, serious, southern man. To her surprise, 15 minutes
- [Healing Harm: Creating a Holistic Support Network in Dorchester County, MD Jails](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/healing-harm-creating-a-holistic-support-network-in-dorchester-county-md-jails/) - Join us as Director Joseph Hughes and Sue Radcliffe share their experience creating a holistic support program for people in Dorchester County Jails; both people incarcerated there and the officers and staff who support them. Since appointed the position of Director in 2017, Joseph Hughes has implemented practices in the jail such as a family-friendly
- [FUTURES: Gibran McDonald, PYP Youth Facilitator](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/futures-gibran-mcdonald-pyp-youth-facilitator/) - Please join us on our Youth Justice Series, FUTURES, as we spend the morning with the founder of PYP, James Fox, and special guest Gibran McDonald. Gibran is a native of Oakland, CA. While living in Maryland in 2005 he began studying yoga with James Sam-Kubam, a yogi from Cameron who helped Gibran develop a personal
- [FUTURES: Bringing Yoga to Youth Correctional Centers with Psychiatrist, Kris Kaliebe MD](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/futures-featuring-kris-kaliebe-md-and-james-fox/) - Join founder, James Fox as he interviews Psychiatrist Kris Kaliebe MD about bringing Yoga to Correctional facilities. Kris’s work as a psychiatrist includes trauma-focused therapies, the creation of a curriculum creation for medical students called Mind-Body Medicine, and more. On our Youth Justice Series, Futures, we interview professionals in the medical, therapeutic, justice, and yoga
- [FUTURES: Teaching Yoga Remotely, During a Pandemic, to System-Impacted Youth, in the South with Susan Weigel](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/futures-featuring-susan-weigel/) - Join us as we speak with Alabama Program Director Susie Weigel, as she speaks of her experience and journey of becoming a facilitator for PYP. Her journey began over 20 years ago; she taught English and German in secondary and post-secondary schools in Alabama for 19 years. Her experience as a public-school teacher and yoga
- [The Journey Inward with Danny Plunkett and James Fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-journey-inward-with-danny-plunkett-and-james-fox/) - The Journey Inward with Former San Quentin Sangha Participant, Danny Plunkett, and PYP’s Founder, James Fox
- [The Invitation with guest Victor Reyes](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-invitation-with-guest-victor-reyes/) - Victor Reyes spent most of his legal career working in the Colorado Criminal Justice System, first as a public defender and then 15 years as a judge for the 10th Judicial District in Southern Colorado. In that time, he developed a deep understanding of the people he defended and whose cases came before him. In
- [FUTURES: Disrupting the School-to-Prison Pipeline with Ali + Atman of Holistic Life Foundation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/futures-disrupting-the-school-to-prison-pipeline-with-ali-atman-of-holistic-life-foundation/) - Join us for our next episode of Futures, where we discuss disrupting the school-to-prison pipeline with yoga and mindfulness. Ali and Atman are the founders of the Holistic Life Foundation and have been working in the Baltimore Public School system for the last two decades, devoting their time and study to supporting the youth of
- [FUTURES: Youth Advocacy and Disability Rights with Ohio Program Director Rebecca Cervenak](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/futures-youth-advocacy-and-disability-rights-with-ohio-program-director-rebecca-cervenak/) - Rebecca has decades of experience working within the youth justice system as a non-profit attorney and a court appointed advocate working within the school-to-prison-pipeline advocating for students unlawfully suspended and more. Rebecca Cervenak is the Program Director for Prison Yoga Project Ohio (PYP-OH) and a practicing attorney. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice
- [Healing Harm: with Executive Director of Prison Yoga Project Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/healing-harm-with-executive-director-of-prison-yoga-project-bill-brown/) - Bill Brown, C-IAYT, is the Executive Director of Prison Yoga Project (PYP), a non-profit organization that supports incarcerated people worldwide with trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness programs. Through his work with PYP, he hopes to promote social change, transforming our systems and culture to create a more inclusive, equitable, and just world. Bill began working with
- [The Invitation: The Leap of Beginning with Kristin Varner](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-invitation-the-leap-of-beginning-with-kristin-varner/) - Join us as we speak with Kristin Varner, yoga facilitator and lawyer, as we discuss the unpredictability of facilitating in a post-pandemic world and how our personal practice supports all aspects of our lives and facilitation. Kristin loves yoga and loves sharing what she loves. After practicing yoga and law for two decades, she combined
- [Healing Harm: The Intersection of Women x Healthcare x Incarceration with Lawyer and Human Rights Activist Cynthia Chandler](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/healing-harm-the-intersection-of-women-x-healthcare-x-incarceration-with-lawyer-and-human-rights-activist-cynthia-chandler/) - Join us as we host Cynthia Chandler while discussing the history of forced sterilization and eugenics in the United States, women’s healthcare, and how our justice system destroys and disrupts families and communities. Personal statement from Cynthia: “I have dedicated my career to achieving gender and racial justice while challenging state violence. As a social
- [Bessel van der Kolk 4-Week Workshop – 5th Week PYP Study Group](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/bessel-van-der-kolk-4-week-workshop-5th-week-pyp-study-group/) - Collectively Rooted’s 4-Week workshop with Bessel van der Kolk has wrapped up, and we hope you’ve enjoyed the series! Join James, Josefin, Nicole, Bill, and others from the PYP community to discuss what we’ve learned and how it applies to our work as facilitators of trauma-informed yoga practices.
- [Life after Death: Buddhist Sangha on Death Row with Tibetan Buddhist Chaplain Susan Shannon](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/life-after-death-buddhist-sangha-on-death-row-with-tibetan-buddhist-chaplain-susan-shannon/) - We are honored to be hosting Susan Shannon the Buddhist Chaplin practicing on Death Row in San Quentin States Prison. Susan will be joining us sharing stories of devotion and dedication from her long-time students and sangha on death row. We will be learning practices for energetic protection, becoming aware of intergenerational trauma, and how
- [Agency, Consent, Power, and Privilege with M Camellia of Trans Yoga Project and Accessible Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/agency-consent-power-and-privilege-with-m-camellia-of-trans-yoga-project-and-accessible-yoga/) - We are thrilled to start our 2022 Webinar season with our featured guest, M Camellia! M is a yoga practitioner and facilitator, writer, consent educator, and advocate called to create profoundly accessible spaces for self-inquiry. Our Executive Director Bill Brown will dive deep into discussion with M around topics of consent and power in and
- [In the Midst of True Compassion with Yoga Activist and Facilitator, Amina Naru](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/in-the-midst-of-true-compassion-with-yoga-activist-and-facilitator-amina-naru/) - “Trauma is what happens inside of you as a result of what happened to you,” is a quote from Gabor Mate, one of Amina’s favorite modern trauma specialists. Amina Naru is a trauma-sensitive yoga teacher, workshop facilitator, and contributor to Best Practices for Yoga in the Criminal Justice System. She was the first black woman
- [“Cathartic Choreography” with Lucy Wallace, founder of Dance to be Free](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/cathartic-choreography-with-lucy-wallace-founder-of-dance-to-be-free/) - Dance To Be Free’s mission is to radically improve the lives of incarcerated women by addressing lifelong trauma through the healing power of dance. Join the creator and founder, Lucy Wallace, as she shares her journey and unique way of offering respite and therapy to women who are incarcerated. Through Trauma-Informed Dance Teacher Training, Dance
- [Creating and Facilitating a Yoga Program for System-Impacted Youth with Nicole Hellthaler](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/creating-and-facilitating-a-yoga-program-for-system-impacted-youth-with-nicole-hellthaler/) - Join us for an in-depth discussion with our Assistant Director, Nicole Hellthaler, who shares practical tools and frameworks for offering yoga to system-impacted youth. We will engage in conversations around starting and growing a yoga program, structuring your classes, and how to hold space for behavior that might arise. Nicole, MPS, RYT 200, is a
- [Personal Responsibility and Practice with Human Rights Attorney and PYP Mexico Director, Luisa Perez Escobedo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/personal-responsibility-and-practice-with-human-rights-attorney-and-pyp-mexico-director-luisa-perez-escobedo/) - Personal Responsibility and Practice with Human Rights Attorney and PYP Mexico Director, Luisa Perez Escobedo Luisa Perez Escobedo practiced as a Human Rights Attorney for over 15 years with several organizations in Mexico. She called on her own yoga practice when the work was daunting and felt like it took everything from her. Luisa saw
- [The Death of My Own Soul Addiction, Recovery, and Yoga with Y12SR creator, Nikki Myers](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-death-of-my-own-soul-addiction-recovery-and-yoga-with-y12sr-creator-nikki-myers/) - The Death of My Own Soul: Addiction, Recovery, and Yoga with Y12SR creator, Nikki Myers Nikki Myers comes to us to share her lived experience of addiction, recovery, and the yogic path. She created a nurturing and sustainable recovery system through yoga and a 12-step program called Y12SR. Y12SR “connects the dots” between the ancient
- [Supporting, Implementing, & Evaluating Therapeutic Expressive Art Programs for Incarcerated Adults and Youth Dr. Patti Saraniero](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/supporting-implementing-evaluating-therapeutic-expressive-art-programs-for-incarcerated-adults-and-youth-dr-patti-saraniero/) - While working with a program called Reflecting Shakespeare, Patti serves as evaluation capacity and coaching for the facilitating artists as well as being able to participate in the program itself. Through her unique position, she is able to be an observer, participant, and space holder for the entire program. We will discuss how a
- [Guiding Rage into Power: Implementing Transformative Programming with Bo Paulle](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/guiding-rage-into-power-implementing-transformative-programming-with-bo-paulle/) - Bo Paulle joins us to share his experiences and research through GRIP Programming. GRIP is an evidence-based methodology developed over 25 years of work with thousands of incarcerated people and many victims/survivors. Rooted in Restorative Justice principles, the program’s trauma-informed model integrates cutting-edge neuroscience research. Students engage in a yearlong, in-depth journey to comprehend the
- [Getting Clear on Why We Serve with Bill And Nicole](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/getting-clear-on-why-we-serve-with-bill-and-nicole/) - Join our Executive Director, Bill Brown, and Assistant Director, Nicole Hellthaler, to discuss the “view” of the Prison Yoga Project. By focusing on the US’s punitive “justice” system, we see how a hierarchical social organization creates and perpetuates harm. We see this in our prisons and jails easily because these spaces exaggerate the harm. This
- [Ritual4Return with Executive Director Alex Anderson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/ritual4return-with-executive-director-alex-anderson/) - Join us to hear the personal story of Alexander Anderson: his time spent incarcerated, his journey to becoming a Social Worker, to finding the profound work of Ritual 4 Return, and becoming their Executive Director. "I have lived experience. I've been incarcerated since I was a kid." At age 15, police arrested Alex for a
- [Pawsitive Change: Second Chances for Dogs and Incarcerated People](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/pawsitive-change-second-chances-for-dogs-and-incarcerated-people/) - Featuring Founder of Marley Mutt’s Pawsitive Change Program Zach Skow and Pawsitive Change Program Manager, Will Mechling Please join us as we host Marley Mutt's and Pawsitive Change Founder, Zach Skow and Will Mechling, Pawsitive Change Program Manager. Pawsitive Change programs create hope and opportunity for incarcerated people and pets so both may find a
- [The Ticket to Freedom: Understanding the Brain with Neuroanatomist, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-ticket-to-freedom-understanding-the-brain-with-neuroanatomist-dr-jill-bolte-taylor/) - In our time together with Dr. Jill, we will dive into the myths about the brain and the basic brain structure – the two emotional and two thinking modules of cells. Dr. Jill will describe what she has crafted as the Four Characters that we each predictably exhibit based on these different modules of cells.
- [Lived Experience of Yoga - Yoga Teacher Training Graduate Panel](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/lived-experience-of-yoga-yoga-teacher-training-graduate-panel/) - Eight YTT graduates from the past 2 years will be joining us to share how this training has impacted and shifted their views on Yoga. Our yoga teacher training, Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership, is rooted in bringing Yoga outside of a studio setting. Past participants have offered Yoga at prisons, jails, youth facilities, transitional
- [Trauma-Informed Leadership: Preparing Facilitators to Serve with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/trauma-informed-leadership-preparing-facilitators-to-serve-with-jen-lindgren/) - Jen Lindgren (E-RYT, Y4C) will walk us through her lived experience of facilitating in incarcerated settings and preparing the next generation of facilitators to walk the path of yoga as service. Jen Lindgren is the co-creator and facilitator of Prison Yoga Project’s 200- Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership and joined Prison
- [The Journey Inward: Sacred Texts and the Yogic Path with Eric Hare](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-journey-inward-sacred-texts-and-the-yogic-path-with-eric-hare/) - Eric Hare was incarcerated for seven years, in a few facilities, throughout California. We’re gathering on June 17th to hear and share part of his journey. While incarcerated, a guy he didn’t know came up to Eric and asked ” Hey, I’m getting released today, do you want this book? ” Eric looked down and
- [Loving Awareness in Action: Redefining Social Justice with Dr. Sará Yafah King](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/loving-awareness-in-action-redefining-social-justice-with-dr-sara-yafah-king/) - Dr. Sará Yafah King titles and range of study extend beautifully and with great depth. A neuroscientist, political and learning scientist, medical anthropologist, social entrepreneur, public speaker, a mother, and more. At the cross-section of her meditation study and social justice, she joins us to speak of her journey of redefining social justice. Dr. Sara King’s
- [Decolonizing Wellness with Yoga+ Social Justice Activist and Author, Anusha Wijeyakumar](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/decolonizing-wellness-with-yoga-social-justice-activist-and-author-anusha-wijeyakumar/) - We are honored to host Anusha Wijeyakumar and uplift her teachings, study, and practice of decolonizing wellness and yoga. How can we be in the right relationship with the philosophy of yoga, the history, and lineage of this framework, and reconcile harm and marginalization that is woven into the Western understandings of yoga? Join us
- [Colonial Trauma and Western Fragility with Dr. Shyam Ranganathan](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/colonial-trauma-and-western-fragility-with-dr-shyam-ranganathan/) - “We learn about yoga within the context and history of colonialism, and yet (and perhaps because of this) most do not appreciate the ways in which colonialism distorts our understanding of yoga. Moreover, although it is becoming increasingly fashionable to speak about trauma as informing yoga and yoga therapy, little awareness is directed toward colonialism
- [How Trust Changes Everything With Danny Castro](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/how-trust-changes-everything-with-danny-castro/) - - Content notice: this webinar contains mentions of suicide and drug use - Please join us for a conversation with Danny Castro, brother of PYP’s beloved jack-of-many-trades, Priscilla Castro. Together Danny, Priscilla, and PYP’s Executive Director, Bill Brown, will discuss Danny’s experience of incarceration including his time spent on Richard J Donovan’s unique Echo Yard,
- [Sober + Active + Community with Chris Spallina of The Phoenix](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/sober-active-community-with-chris-spallina-of-the-phoenix/) - Join Chris Spallina and Bill Brown for a conversation about The Phoenix, a unique nationwide recovery community that helps those affected by substance use disorder learn the skills and disciplines to stay sober via activities and athletic training. Chris Spallina is the Program Manager and Meditation instructor for The Phoenix New Jersey. A person in
- [Youth: Communication that Works with Child Psychologist, Mira Binzen](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/youth-communication-that-works-with-child-psychologist-mira-binzen/) - We are lucky to have Mira Binzen as a guest on our FUTURES Webinar series. Focusing on youth and families, Mira is a child psychologist, certified yoga therapist, certified iRest® Yoga Nidra Teacher, author, and educator. Through her inclusive and educational program, Anxious to Awesome™, offers a system based on the therapeutic applications of Yoga.
- [Skill in Action: Radicalizing your Yoga Practice with Michelle Cassandra Johnson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/skill-in-action-radicalizing-your-yoga-practice-with-michelle-cassandra-johnson/) - Collective liberation is at the heart of Michelle Cassandra Johnson's work and our work at Prison Yoga Project. We explore what it means to be a leader as facilitators of yoga, living by moral codes offered to us through the yamas and niyamas. leaning into truth and discomfort and allowing resistance and love to be
- [20 Years of Service with Prison Yoga Project Founder, James Fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/20-years-of-service-with-prison-yoga-project-founder-james-fox/) - Join us as we celebrate our founder James Fox's 20th anniversary of providing yoga and mindfulness at San Quentin State Prison. Beyond the impact he's had in the lives of the people who've practiced with him at San Quentin, James' work to promote yoga and mindfulness for incarcerated people worldwide has inspired countless others to
- [Culturally Inclusive Care With Australian Ambassador Sonia Brown-Diaz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/culturally-inclusive-care-with-australian-ambassador-sonia-brown-diaz/) - Sonia Brown-Diaz is our Australian Ambassador and will be joining us from Brisbane to share her journey! Join us for a conversation about how yoga can be used as a tool for building resilience while providing culturally inclusive and trauma-informed care. Sonia Brown-Diaz (RYT-200) has been using trauma-informed yoga practices for over 16yrs as a
- [Weaving Community Post-Incarceration with Steph Stackhouse and Leonard Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/weaving-community-post-incarceration-with-steph-stackhouse-and-leonard-brown/) - Our Founder, James Fox, will be leading this heart-centered conversation. Steph Stackhouse is a longtime yoga studio owner in San Luis Obispo and one of the first studios ever to host our former in-person training. Steph is also one of our facilitators at Prison Yoga Project. Recently, Steph was introduced to Leonard, a former participant
- [PYP End Of Year Celebration 2022!](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/pyp-end-of-year-celebration-2022/) - We are pleased to invite you to this special End of Year Celebration! Prison Yoga Project’s Executive Leadership will speak to our community about the wins of 2022 and where 2023 is taking us. We are so excited to share this time and space with you! Please feel encouraged to send this event invitation to
- [Lived Experience of Yoga: Yoga Teacher Training Graduate Panel Discussion](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/lived-experience-of-yoga-yoga-teacher-training-graduate-panel-discussion/) - Join us for an incredible Webinar! Listen to Stories from our YTT Graduates. Join us and hear direct experience of our Yoga Teacher Training. Two YTT graduates from our latest cohort will share how this training has impacted and shifted their views on Yoga. Our yoga teacher training, Yoga, Social Justice, and Leadership, is rooted
- [Bringing Yoga to Incarcerated Mothers with Yogi Scholar, Dr. Jennifer Bourgeois](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/bringing-yoga-to-incarcerated-mothers-with-yogi-scholar-dr-jennifer-bourgeois/) - In 2014, Dr. Jennifer Bourgeois found yoga through healing from grief. In 2017, Dr. Bourgeois started studying Administration of Justice at Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at Texas Southern University. Her research interests include risk and resilient factors associated with children impacted by parental incarceration, discretionary decision-making and racial disparity in the criminal
- [Sitting in Circle with Executive Director of Center for Council, Jared Seide](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/sitting-in-circle-with-executive-director-of-center-for-council-jared-seide/) - Jared Seide joins us to speak about the framework of Council when working within communities. Expanding on their work of storytelling and story-sharing as an essential component to witnessing suffering, Jared joins us to speak to the power of Council Circles post-incarceration. Council is a modern practice derived from many ancient forms of communication in
- [Cultivating Compassion + Burnout Prevention with Author and Facilitator, Sara Schairer](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/cultivating-compassion-burnout-prevention-with-author-and-facilitator-sara-schairer/) - We dive into the 3 main pillars of self compassion based on the research and work of Kristin Neff. A senior facilitator of the Compassion Cultivation Training® (CCT) course developed at Stanford University, Sara Schairer has spent nearly 10 years leading trainings globally for audiences of all walks of life, from Big Tech leaders to
- [Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Trauma Therapist, Linda Thai](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/healing-intergenerational-trauma-with-trauma-therapist-linda-thai/) - Join Linda Thai as she weaves together stories and research to bring to light the impact of intergenerational trauma. Linda Thai, LMSW ERYT-200 is a trauma therapist and educator who specializes in brain and body-based modalities for addressing complex developmental trauma. Linda has worked with thousands of people from all over the world to promote
- [Cutting Through Systems To Find Sangha In Texas With Terry Cortés-Vega And Mike Stanfield](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/cutting-through-systems-to-find-sangha-in-texas-with-terry-cortes-vega-and-mike-stanfield/) - Terry Cortés-Vega is the resident Dharma Teacher at Plum Blossom Sangha in Austin, Texas. Terry Cortés-Vega began her training in mindfulness in 1998 with Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, and in 2012 she was ordained as a Dharma Teacher. For more than 20 years, Terry has led a weekly meditation/mindfulness/yoga class in various jails and
- [Yoga Revolution With Author And Accessible Yoga School Co-Founder, Jivana Heyman](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-revolution-with-author-and-accessible-yoga-school-co-founder-jivana-heyman-1/) - Join Author and Accessible Yoga Founder, Jivana Heyman and Prison Yoga Project Communications Manager, Blaire Embrey in this captivating conversation as they explore the depths of yoga and its profound impact on navigating life's challenges. From the transformative influence e of Jivana's grandmother to his experiences during the AIDS epidemic, their discussion touches on themes
- [Mentorship And Belonging With Deuce Community Co-Founder, Campbell Lillard](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/mentorship-and-belonging-with-deuce-community-co-founder-campbell-lillard/) - Join us for an inspiring and uplifting webinar with Campbell Lillard, a fitness and non-profit professional who has been informed by his lived experience of our justice system with the decade he spent at Texas State Prison. Through his own journey, Campbell discovered that he could change and become the best version of himself by
- [Unveiling Trauma- The Body’S Hidden Stories And Rebuilding Relationships With Lara Land](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/35590/) - Join trauma-sensitive yoga practitioner and advocate Lara Land in an insightful webinar. In this thought-provoking session, Lara will shed light on the often overlooked events that can lead to trauma responses, revealing the pervasive presence of trauma in every room and space. Discover how trauma can arise from a single event, the absence of childhood
- [Advocating for Transformative Programs in Prison with Kenneth Hartman](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/advocating-for-transformative-programs-in-prison-with-kenneth-hartman/) - Prepare to be inspired as we bring you an exceptional event featuring the remarkable Kenneth Hartman, a man whose journey embodies the power of resilience, redemption, and reform. Sentenced to life without the possibility of parole at the young age of 19, Ken spent over 37 years behind bars before his release, thanks to the
- [Neurodecolonization and Mindfulness with Dr. Michael Yellow Bird](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/37588/) - We are honored to welcome our next guest, Dr. Michael Yellow Bird. Dr. Michael Yellow Bird joins us from Manitoba, Canada, to share his study and practice of Neurodecolonization focusing on Indigenous Mindfulness. He has facilitated mindfulness to indigenous students, teachers, administrators, incarcerated populations, homeless youth, conference attendees, and health professionals. He is the Dean
- [Emotional Resilience with Sunil Joseph](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/emotional-resilience-with-sunil-joseph/) - Join us for a profound and insightful webinar on transformative healing, self-reflection, and compassionate connection. We will explore powerful aspects of personal growth, healing, and emotional resilience, guided by our Sunil Joseph. Drawing upon years of experience and the principles of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), our facilitator will share stories and insights that shed light on
- [Transitions: A Journey of Chaplaincy and Yoga in Ireland's Prisons with Gillian Hick](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/transitions-a-journey-of-chaplaincy-and-yoga-in-irelands-prisons-with-gillian-hick/) - Have you wanted to learn about transformative programming around the world? Join us for an inspiring conversation, where we'll journey alongside Gillian, a chaplain-in-training working in Ireland's prison system. We'll dive into chaplaincy, yoga, and transitions as Gillian shares unique steps Ireland takes to support people transitioning back into society after incarceration. Discover how holistic
- [A Case For Trauma-Care In Forensic Psychiatry With Trauma Specialist And European Program Director, Josefin Wikstrom](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/a-case-for-trauma-care-in-forensic-psychiatry-with-trauma-specialist-and-european-program-director-josefin-wikstrom/) - Yoga As Complementary Therapeutic Care for Forensic Psychiatry Patients and Therapists We are so excited to host Prison Yoga Project’s Program Director and Training Coordinator, Europe- Josefin Wikstrom! Let’s dive in- Josefin has been pushing the envelope forward in Sweden for 15 years by bringing yoga and dance into prisons. She has been working as
- [Taking Money Out of Justice: The Bail Project and the Fight to End Cash Bail](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/taking-money-out-of-justice-the-bail-project-and-the-fight-to-end-cash-bail/) - Join us for the next installment of Prison Yoga Project’s webinar series, “Taking Money Out of Justice: The Bail Project and the Fight to End Cash Bail,” where we will explore the critical work of The Bail Project in addressing the injustices of the cash bail system. The Bail Project provides free bail assistance to
- [Exploring Trauma-Adapted Yoga in Forensic Psychiatric Care](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/exploring-trauma-adapted-yoga-in-forensic-psychiatric-care/) - Join us for a warm and insightful webinar as we delve into groundbreaking research conducted in Sweden, exploring the transformative potential of trauma-adapted yoga (TAY) within forensic psychiatric care. This unique study, the first of its kind globally, offers compelling evidence on how yoga can serve as a complementary intervention for individuals with severe psychiatric
- [Insights from Jacqueline Crockford on Trauma-Informed Yoga in Correctional Facilities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/insights-from-jacqueline-crockford-on-trauma-informed-yoga-in-correctional-facilities/) - Join us for an engaging conversation with Jacqueline Crockford, DHSc, a dedicated PYP facilitator with more than seven years of experience at Richard J. Donovan (RJD) Correctional Facility, a California state prison, and the Las Colinas Detention Center for women. We’ll explore her journey into yoga, what drew her to the Prison Yoga Project, and
- [Loving Kindness Meditation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/loving-kindness-meditation/)
- [James Fox - Taoist Yoga Practice - 2021](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/james-fox-taoist-yoga-practice-2021/)
- [Chair Yoga Practice with James Fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/chair-yoga-practice-with-james-fox-2/)
- [Prajna Season 3 Session 4 ft Susan Shannon “ Shame”](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-season-3-session-4-ft-susan-shannon-shame/) - In Prajna Season 3, Session 4, the focus was on the theme of "Shame." The session began with a centering from James Fox. The session included a recap of previous sessions, connecting their content to the current topic and introducing the participants. Kali Yana Mitra delivered opening remarks, emphasizing the role of a spiritual friend
- [Prajna Season 3 Session 3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-season-3-session-3/)
- [Prajna Season 3 Session 2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-season-3-session-2/)
- [Centering Practice with Yoga Revolution with Author and Accessible Yoga School Co-Founder, Jivana Heyman](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-practice-with-yoga-revolution-with-author-and-accessible-yoga-school-co-founder-jivana-heyman/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support
- [Prajna Season 3 Session 1 with Special Guest, San Quentin’s Death Row Buddhist Chaplain, Susan Shannon](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-season-3-session-1/)
- [Yoga Para Vitalidad y Energía](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-para-vitalidad-y-energia/)
- [Secuencia para la Energia con Jano Galindo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-para-la-energia-con-jano-galindo/) - La forma en que sostenemos nuestros cuerpos afecta la forma en que nos sentimos. Cuando nos sentimos pesados con poca energía, podemos salir de ella usando movimientos grandes y expansivos para aumentar nuestro ritmo cardíaco y hacer que la circulación y la energía se muevan en nuestros cuerpos.
- [Grounding Sequence with Nam Chanterrwyn](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/grounding-sequence-with-nam-chanterrwyn/) - Similar to the way you can strengthen a muscle, doing these practices can strengthen the calming part of your nervous system (parasympathetic nervous system). So the more you practice the more able you are to handle stress, anxiety and other challenging emotions.
- [Energizing Sequence with Nam Chanterrwyn](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/energizing-sequence-with-nam-chanterrwyn/) - The way we hold our bodies affects the way we feel. When we are feeling heavy with low energy, we can shift out of it by using large, expansive movements to increase our heart rate and to get circulation and energy moving in our bodies.
- [Grounding Sequence with Chanda Williams](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/grounding-sequence-with-chanda-williams/) - Similar to the way you can strengthen a muscle, doing these practices can strengthen the calming part of your nervous system (parasympathetic nervous system). So the more you practice the more able you are to handle stress, anxiety and other challenging emotions.
- [Energizing Sequence with Chanda Williams](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/energizing-sequence-with-chanda-williams/) - The way we hold our bodies affects the way we feel. When we are feeling heavy with low energy, we can shift out of it by using large, expansive movements to increase our heart rate and to get circulation and energy moving in our bodies.
- [Secuencia a Conectar a la Tierra con Jomally Fernandez](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-a-conectar-a-la-tierra-con-jomally-fernandez/) - De manera similar a como se puede fortalecer un músculo, estas prácticas pueden fortalecer la parte que calma el sistema nervioso (sistema nervioso parasimpático). Por lo tanto, cuanto más practique, más capaz será de manejar el estrés, la ansiedad y otras emociones desafiantes.
- [Secuencia a Conectar a la Tierra con Jano Galindo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-a-conectar-a-la-tierra-con-jano-galindo/) - De manera similar a como se puede fortalecer un músculo, estas prácticas pueden fortalecer la parte que calma el sistema nervioso (sistema nervioso parasimpático). Por lo tanto, cuanto más practique, más capaz será de manejar el estrés, la ansiedad y otras emociones desafiantes.
- [Secuencia para la Energia con Jomally Fernandez](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-para-la-energia-con-jomally-fernandez/) - La forma en que sostenemos nuestros cuerpos afecta la forma en que nos sentimos. Cuando nos sentimos pesados con poca energía, podemos salir de ella usando movimientos grandes y expansivos para aumentar nuestro ritmo cardíaco y hacer que la circulación y la energía se muevan en nuestros cuerpos.
- [Secuencia para Dormir Mejor con Jano Galindo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-para-dormir-mejor-con-jano-galindo/) - Esta práctica combina la conciencia plena, la respiración consciente y el movimiento para construir una conexión profunda con el cuerpo. Incluye posturas para liberar la tensión muscular y mental, reducir el estrés y relajar el cuerpo para prepararlo para dormir.
- [Chair Yoga Sequence with Nam Chanterrwyn](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/chair-yoga-sequence-with-nam-chanterrwyn/) - This sequence can be practiced on a chair or on the side of a bed. Try to create large dynamic movements with the upper body and rest as much as you need.
- [Improved Sleep Sequence with Nam Chanterrwyn](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/improved-sleep-sequence-with-nam-chanterrwyn/) - This practice combines mindful awareness, conscious breathing, and movement to build a deep connection with the body. It includes poses to release muscular and mental tension, reduce stress, and relax the body to prepare it for sleep.
- [Chair Yoga Sequence with Chanda Williams](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/chair-yoga-sequence-with-chanda-williams/) - This sequence can be practiced on a chair or on the side of a bed. Try to create large dynamic movements with the upper body and rest as much as you need.
- [Improved Sleep Sequence with Chanda Williams](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/improved-sleep-sequence-with-chanda-williams/) - This practice combines mindful awareness, conscious breathing, and movement to build a deep connection with the body. It includes poses to release muscular and mental tension, reduce stress, and relax the body to prepare it for sleep.
- [Secuencia en Silla con Jomally Fernandez](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-en-silla-con-jomally-fernandez/) - Esta secuencia se puede practicar en una silla o al costado de una cama. Intente crear grandes movimientos dinámicos con la parte superior del cuerpo y descanse tanto como necesite.
- [Secuencia para Dormir Mejor con Jomally Fernandez](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-para-dormir-mejor-con-jomally-fernandez/) - Esta práctica combina la conciencia plena, la respiración consciente y el movimiento para construir una conexión profunda con el cuerpo. Incluye posturas para liberar la tensión muscular y mental, reducir el estrés y relajar el cuerpo para prepararlo para dormir.
- [Secuencia en Silla con Jano Galindo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-en-silla-con-jano-galindo/) - Esta secuencia se puede practicar en una silla o al costado de una cama. Intente crear grandes movimientos dinámicos con la parte superior del cuerpo y descanse tanto como necesite.
- [Secuencia para Relajar Tension Muscular con Jano Galindo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-para-relajar-tension-muscular-con-jano-galindo/) - Es común sentir que la tensión se acumula en los músculos cuando comenzamos a sentir emociones difíciles. La tensión muscular también puede provenir del estrés, no moverse lo suficiente o del ejercicio físico sin estirar.
- [Secuencia para Relajar Tension Muscular con Jomally Fernandez](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/secuencia-para-relajar-tension-muscular-con-jomally-fernandez/) - Es común sentir que la tensión se acumula en los músculos cuando comenzamos a sentir emociones difíciles. La tensión muscular también puede provenir del estrés, no moverse lo suficiente o del ejercicio físico sin estirar.
- [Releasing Muscular Tension Sequence with Chanda Williams](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/releasing-muscular-tension-sequence-with-chanda-williams/) - It is common to feel tension building up in muscles when we start feeling difficult emotions. Muscle tension can also come from stress, not moving enough, or from physical exercise without stretching.
- [Releasing Muscular Tension Sequence with Nam Chanterrwyn](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/releasing-muscular-tension-sequence-with-nam-chanterrwyn/) - It is common to feel tension building up in muscles when we start feeling difficult emotions. Muscle tension can also come from stress, not moving enough, or from physical exercise without stretching.
- [Centering with Trauma Therapist Linda Thai](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-trauma-therapist-linda-thai/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Terry Cortés-Vega And Mike Stanfield](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-terry-cortes-vega-and-mike-stanfield/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Freedom Vinyasa with Josefin Wikstrom](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/freedom-vinyasa-with-josefin-wikstrom/) - Produced in association with Yogobe.
- [Wider Circles Vinyasa with Josefin Wikstrom](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/wider-circles-vinyasa-with-josefin-wikstrom/) - Produced in association with Yogobe.
- [Basic Yoga Practice with James Fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/basic-yoga-practice-with-james-fox/) - This Basic Yoga Practice is intended to engage the body's natural relaxation response, the parasympathetic nervous system. It includes a three-and-a-half-minute introduction followed by more than an hour-long practice of flowing yoga postures and routine short guided meditation with focused breathing. Produced in association with Yogobe.
- [Centering with Author and Facilitator Sara Schaire](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-author-and-facilitator-sara-schaire/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Executive Director Of Center For Council Jared Seide](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-executive-director-of-center-for-council-jared-seide/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Dr. Jennifer Bourgeois](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-dr-jennifer-bourgeois/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with James Fox and PYP Executive Team](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-james-fox-and-pyp-executive-team/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Sonia Brown-Diaz](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-sonia-brown-diaz/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support
- [Centering with Michelle Cassandra Johnson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-michelle-cassandra-johnson/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Chris Spallina](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-chris-spallina/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Mira Binzen](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-mira-binzen/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Bill Brown and Dr. Shyam Ranganathan](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-bill-brown-and-dr-shyam-ranganathan/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Blaire Embrey and Eric Hare](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-blaire-embrey-and-eric-hare/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Anusha Wijeyakumar and Blaire Embrey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-anusha-wijeyakumar-and-blaire-embrey/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Jen Lindgren and Blaire Embrey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-jen-lindgren-and-blaire-embrey/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Dr. Bo Paulle and Blaire Embrey](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-dr-bo-paulle-and-blaire-embrey/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support
- [Centering with Blaire Embrey and Pawsitive Change Program](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-blaire-embrey-and-pawsitive-change-program/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering With Blaire Embrey And Alex Anderson](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-blaire-embrey-and-alex-anderson/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Blaire Embrey and Dr Patti Saraniero](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-blaire-embrey-and-dr-patti-saraniero/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Centering with Blaire Embrey and Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-with-blaire-embrey-and-dr-jill-bolte-taylor/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and
- [Yoga for Back Pain with James Fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-for-back-pain-with-james-fox/) - This 55-minute yoga practice has proven to be effective in helping to relieve common chronic discomfort associated with Back Pain and Symptoms of Sciatica. Most of the practice is done either lying down or seated, although there are about 10 minutes of standing sequences. The session ends with a 5-minute alternate nostril breathing and guided
- [Centering Practice with Prison Yoga Project Executive Director, Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-practice-with-prison-yoga-project-executive-director-bill-brown/) - Bill Brown, C-IAYT, is the Executive Director of Prison Yoga Project (PYP), a non-profit organization that supports incarcerated people worldwide with trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness programs. Through his work with PYP, he hopes to promote social change, transforming our systems and culture to create a more inclusive, equitable, and just world. Bill began working with
- [Centering Practice with Human Rights Attorney and PYP Mexico Director, Luisa Perez Escobedo](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-practice-with-human-rights-attorney-and-pyp-mexico-director-luisa-perez-escobedo/) - Luisa Perez Escobedo practiced as a Human Rights Attorney for over 15 years with several organizations in Mexico. She called on her own yoga practice when the work was daunting and felt like it took everything from her. Luisa saw more and more that she depended on supporting her nervous system through yoga. Luisa was
- [Centering Practice with Nikki Meyers, Founder of Y12 SR](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/centering-practice-with-nikki-meyers-founder-of-y12-sr/) - Nikki Myers comes to us to share her lived experience of addiction, recovery, and the yogic path. She created a nurturing and sustainable recovery system through yoga and a 12-step program called Y12SR. Y12SR “connects the dots” between the ancient wisdom of yoga, the practical tools of 12-step programs, and the latest research on trauma
- [Prajna April Session; The Path of Self-Realization through a Buddhist Lens with Dr. Richard Heckler](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-april-session-the-path-of-self-realization-through-a-buddhist-lens-with-dr-richard-heckler/) - Dr. Richard Heckler has worked in counseling, psychological growth, and healing for 40 years. Trained by some of the world’s most noted teachers from many clinical orientations, Richard has expertise in working with individuals, couples, and families. Through the post-graduate institute, he founded and directed for 21 years – The Hakomi Institute of San Francisco
- [Community Exclusive; March Session of Prajna with James Fox featuring Kelly Boys](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/community-exclusive-march-session-of-prajna-with-james-fox-featuring-kelly-boys/) - Join us as we feature our guest facilitator, Kelly Boys, for this session of Prajna! For this next session we will continue our exploration of Self-Realization and practices for experiencing it. Our guest will be Kelly Boys, a mindfulness trainer, author, and yoga teacher who specializes in the practice of Yoga Nidra. On top of
- [Prajna - Self-Realization](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-self-realization/) - For our second season of Prajna, we extend an invitation to deepen our yoga practice by exploring it as a path and process toward discovering who we really are separate from our identity with persona. From a traditional philosophical yogic perspective, this can be described as a path toward ‘self-realization. We’d like to investigate this
- [Prajna - Yogas Contribution To Restorative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-yogas-contribution-to-restorative-justice/) - James will explore the pragmatic role yoga plays in applying the principles and practices of Restorative Justice. Restorative Justice offers a critical, alternative path to Retributive (aka Punitive) Justice that dominates most of the world's justice systems. By focusing on healing rather than punishment, Restorative Justice offers an opportunity for those who have been harmed
- [Prajna - Cultivating A Path Of Effortless Effort](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-cultivating-a-path-of-effortless-effort/) - In this session titled Cultivating a Path of Effortless Effort, James Fox will focus on how one can better align with the “flow of the universe” to create less effort in moving through one’s daily life and challenges. It will also relate to how cultivating effortless effort can support social action and guard against vicarious
- [Yoga Para la Ansiedad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-para-la-ansiedad/)
- [Yoga Para Combatir Depresión](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-para-combatir-depresion/)
- [Yoga en Silla](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-en-silla/)
- [Yoga Para Aliviar Dolor Nervio Ciático](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-para-aliviar-dolor-nervio-ciatico/)
- [Prajna with James Fox: Yoga's Contribution to Restorative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-with-james-fox-yogas-contribution-to-restorative-justice/) - Prajna Teaching Series Insights, practices and skills shared by Prison Yoga Project Founder, James Fox Prajna (praj-nah) is the Sanskrit word for a state of wisdom or understanding derived from higher knowledge than reasoning. Join James Fox in these sessions that address a broader (enhanced) understanding and application of yoga and embodiment practices for personal development
- [Healing Harm: A Photographic Exploration Of The Power Of Yoga To Unite With Robert Sturman](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-10-20-a-photographic-exploration-of-the-power-of-yoga-to-unite-with-robert-sturman/) - A Photographic Exploration of the Power of Yoga to Unite People Across Cultural and Physical Divides and the Power of Photographs to Change the World. Join internationally celebrated artist/photographer Robert Sturman, as he and his camera take us on an exciting journey around the globe. This photographic exploration highlights the power of yoga to unite
- [Prajna Teaching Series with James Fox: Karma Yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/prajna-teaching-series-with-james-fox-karma-yoga/) - Prajna Teaching Series: Insights, practices, and skills shared by Prison Yoga Project Founder, James Fox Prajna (praj-nah) is the Sanskrit word for a state of wisdom or understanding derived from higher knowledge than reasoning. In these sessions, join James Fox as he addresses an enhanced understanding and application of yoga and embodiment practices for personal
- [The First Ever Research Study of Trauma-Informed Yoga for PTSD, Psychosis, and Schizophrenia within Forensic Psychiatry](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/the-first-ever-research-study-of-trauma-informed-yoga-for-ptsd-psychosis-and-schizophrenia-within-forensic-psychiatry/) - Listen to the research and training team sharing their experiences on how this came to be a national program in these restricted environments and how the yoga practices have been received by the participants and trained staff who are facilitating the classes. Below are the guest speakers, joining us to share their research and experiences:
- [Yoga Therapy for Long COVID (Robin Rothenberg) - Class 2: Understanding Resilience: The Energy Bank Account](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-therapy-for-long-covid-19-robin-rothberg/)
- [Yoga Therapy for Long COVID (Robin Rothenberg) - Class 1: Restorative Home Base](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-therapy-for-long-covid-robin-rothenberg-class-1-restorative-home-base/)
- [Yoga for Patients Recovering from COVID-19 (Ingrid Lang MD) - Part Two](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-for-patients-recovering-from-covid-19-ingrid-lang-md-part-two/)
- [Yoga for COVID-19 Infections Putting Evidence into Practice (Ingrid Lang MD) - Part One](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-for-covid-19-infections-putting-evidence-into-practice-ingrid-lang-md/)
- [Restarting After COVID](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/restarting-after-covid/) - In this webinar, we will share a medical science perspective on COVID-19 and examples of yoga practices designed to address its lasting symptoms, including the negative mental health effects of the pandemic caused by its uncertainties and by social isolation. The breathing and movement practices we’ll be suggesting may be ideal to employ for the
- [Yoga in Prisons: The Scientific Rationale and Research Evidence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/yoga-in-prisons-the-scientific-rationale-and-research-evidence/) - Incarcerated people are faced with a large number of physical and psychological challenges including chronic stress, mood and emotion dysregulation, and behavioral problems that are more prevalent than those experienced in the general population. Consequently, they suffer more from psychiatric and medical conditions including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and chronic diseases, and are at great
- [2020-08-27 - Section Three - Trauma, Mental Health, Addiction, and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-08-27-pyp-foundational-training-section-three-trauma-mental-health-addiction-and-incarceration/)
- [2020-09-03 - Section Four - Yoga Four Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-09-03-pyp-foundational-training-section-four-yoga-four-trauma/)
- [2020-08-13 - Section One - The Criminal Justice System](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-08-13-pyp-foundational-training-section-one-the-criminal-justice-system/)
- [2020-10-01 - Section Five- Yoga for Incarcerated People (Cyle Two)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-10-01-section-five-yoga-for-incarcerated-people-cyle-two/) - Note: unfortunately, we did not record in time to capture this circle's centering practice. Sorry folks.
- [2020-08-20 - Section Two - Race, Gender, Class, and Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/2020-08-20-pyp-foundational-training-section-two-race-gender-class-and-incarceration/)
- [PYP Program Dashboard Directions](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/pyp-program-dashboard-directions/)
- [PYP Director Meeting - 2020-08-21](https://community.prisonyoga.org/aiovg_videos/pyp-director-meeting-2020-08-21/)
## Venues
- [Bill's Zoom Room](https://community.prisonyoga.org/venue/bills-zoom-room/) - https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6198385507
- [Zoom Room](https://community.prisonyoga.org/venue/zoom-room/)
## Organizers
- [Nicole Hellthaler](https://community.prisonyoga.org/organizer/nicole-hellthaler/)
## Events
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 2 with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-2-with-jen-lindgren-4/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: Practical application to incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 2 with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-2-with-jen-lindgren-3/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: Practical application to incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop
- [Prison Yoga Project Virtual Community Gathering](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/prison-yoga-project-virtual-community-gathering-2/) - Join the Prison Yoga Project team live to connect and build community. This loosely structured gathering invites community members to share wins, ask questions, exchange ideas, and spend time in supportive conversation together.
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 1 with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-1-with-jen-lindgren-4/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop will review the
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma and Incarceration with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-and-incarceration-with-bill-brown-4/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: learn to recognize trauma, including signs of vicarious trauma, in the context of incarceration; articulate a simple plan for establishing an energetic boundary. This workshop reflects on
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Experiencing Yoga and the Nervous System with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-experiencing-yoga-and-the-nervous-system-with-bill-brown-3/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: learn how to communicate the function of the nervous system in an easy-to-understand and experiential way. This workshop explores yoga practice as a set of tools that
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Exploring Embodied Identity with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-exploring-embodied-identity-with-bill-brown-5/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: understand and experience interoceptive awareness and explore personal and social identity through interoceptive awareness. This workshop will begin with a short practice emphasizing awareness of sensations within
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 1 with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-1-with-jen-lindgren-3/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop will review the
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma and Incarceration with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-and-incarceration-with-bill-brown-3/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: learn to recognize trauma, including signs of vicarious trauma, in the context of incarceration; articulate a simple plan for establishing an energetic boundary. This workshop reflects on
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Experiencing Yoga and the Nervous System with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-exploring-embodied-identity-with-bill-brown-4/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: learn how to communicate the function of the nervous system in an easy-to-understand and experiential way. This workshop explores yoga practice as a set of tools that
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Exploring Embodied Identity with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-exploring-embodied-identity-with-bill-brown-3/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: understand and experience interoceptive awareness and explore personal and social identity through interoceptive awareness. This workshop will begin with a short practice emphasizing awareness of sensations within
- [Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation Intensive - Brooklyn, NY](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-intensive-brooklyn-ny/) - > Click Here to Register < Brooklyn, New York September 18–20, 2026 Friday: Welcome Reception and Community Vendor Fair (Optional) 5:00–7:00 p.m. Saturday: Training Day 1 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Lunch break: 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Sunday: Training Day 2 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Lunch break: 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Upcoming in 2026: Boulder, Colorado October 23–25, 2026 (Dates
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 1 with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-1-with-jen-lindgren-2/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop will review the
- [Prison Yoga Project Virtual Community Gathering](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/prison-yoga-project-virtual-community-gathering-june-2026/) - Join the Prison Yoga Project team live to connect and build community. This loosely structured gathering invites community members to share wins, ask questions, exchange ideas, and spend time in supportive conversation together.
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Exploring Embodied Identity with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-exploring-embodied-identity-with-bill-brown-2/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: understand and experience interoceptive awareness and explore personal and social identity through interoceptive awareness. This workshop will begin with a short practice emphasizing awareness of sensations within
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 2 with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-2-with-jen-lindgren-2/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: Practical application to incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma and Incarceration with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-and-incarceration-with-bill-brown-2/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: learn to recognize trauma, including signs of vicarious trauma, in the context of incarceration; articulate a simple plan for establishing an energetic boundary. This workshop reflects on
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Experiencing Yoga and the Nervous System with Bill Brown](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-experiencing-yoga-and-the-nervous-system-with-bill-brown-2/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: learn how to communicate the function of the nervous system in an easy-to-understand and experiential way. This workshop explores yoga practice as a set of tools that
- [Prison Yoga Project Virtual Community Gathering](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/prison-yoga-project-virtual-community-gathering/) - Join the Prison Yoga Project team live to connect and build community. This loosely structured gathering invites community members to share wins, ask questions, exchange ideas, and spend time in supportive conversation together.
- [Foundation Training Workshop: Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitation - Part 2 with Jen Lindgren](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/foundation-training-workshop-trauma-informed-yoga-facilitation-part-2-with-jen-lindgren/) - This workshop is intended for participants of PYP's Foundational Training. If you would like to enroll in this training, please visit the Foundational Training course description page. Objective: Practical application to incorporate interoceptive cues and create agency when guiding an embodied yoga practice; develop a deeper understanding of trauma-informed sequencing and invitational cueing. This workshop
- [Workshop: Exploring Embodied Identity (FTW-1)](https://community.prisonyoga.org/event/workshop-exploring-embodied-identity-ftw-1-2/) - Objective: understand and experience interoceptive awareness in the context of personal and social identity. This workshop explores identity from an embodied perspective through a unique take on the classic "Circles of Myself" activity. We'll discuss how we experience our intersecting identities through our bodies and how we experience privilege and oppression. We'll connect our personal
## Testimonials
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/testimonial/pyp-200-hour-ytt-5/) - I was deeply impacted with people's stories, specially those who already work in facilities. It has given me a different perspective in life and how I look into society.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/testimonial/2021-200-hour-yoga-teacher-training/) - The PYP training came into my life at a moment where the sense of purpose had temporarily been drained from my work as a public high school teacher. There was a void, which I think may actually have been an intentional conduit to an evolution in my life. I'm not going to quit teaching, but
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/testimonial/pyp-200-hour-ytt/) - This training has changed my entire outlook on working with vulnerable populations. I have transformed as a human and approach daily life differently. I could not have asked for a better impact on myself than this training. I am glad I chose to step out of my comfort zone and jump into a strange new
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/testimonial/pyp-200-hour-ytt-2/) - I started the program in awe of yoga facilitators and wondered, how do they do it? How do they come up with sequences, cue confidently, and lead others through a yoga experience? I am now confident that I am able to do those things and with a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based delivery.
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/testimonial/pyp-200-hour-ytt-3/) - It's given me knowledge and understanding to deliver trauma informed yoga to a variety of people in a variety of settings. Not only that, I feel the trauma informed approach will naturally transfer into other areas of my working and personal life. To be able to confidently facilitate yoga for people who have experienced trauma
- [](https://community.prisonyoga.org/testimonial/pyp-200-hour-ytt-4/) - During the pandemic, the bar was set pretty low for good experiences. But this training was superb and life-affirming! I learned much about myself and the need to practice self-compassion. Instead of rushing to judgment, I cultivated a curiosity about issues and life. I am forever grateful for the opportunity to build an accessible yoga
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- [Correctional Officers](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/correctional-officers/)
- [Reform](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/reform/)
- [Race](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/race/)
- [Women](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/women/)
- [Direct Action](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/direct-action/)
- [Systemic Inequity](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/systemic-inequity/)
- [Incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/incarceration/)
- [Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/justice/)
- [Feminism](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/feminism/)
- [PYP Women's Book](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/pyp-womens-book/)
- [Transformative Justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/transformative-justice/)
- [Webinar](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/webinar/)
- [Mental Health](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/mental-health/)
- [Trauma](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/trauma/)
- [Climate Change](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/climate-change/)
- [Addiction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/addiction/)
- [Training Recommendation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/training-recommendation/)
- [Facilitator](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/facilitator/)
- [Grants](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/grants/)
- [Conferences](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/conferences/)
- [News](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/news/)
- [Facilitator Experience](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/facilitator-experience/)
- [Research](https://community.prisonyoga.org/category/research/)
## Tags
- [Supporter](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/supporter/)
- [Guest](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/guest/)
- [director](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/director/)
- [books](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/books/)
- [james fox](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/james-fox/)
- [yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/yoga/)
- [yoga in prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/yoga-in-prison/)
- [josefin wikstrom](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/josefin-wikstrom/)
- [embodiment conference](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/embodiment-conference/)
- [TEC](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/tec/)
- [prison yoga project](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/prison-yoga-project/)
- [prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/prison/)
- [alabama](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/alabama/)
- [covid](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/covid/)
- [covid19](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/covid19/)
- [covid-19](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/covid-19/)
- [community](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/community/)
- [tutwiler](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/tutwiler/)
- [grant](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/grant/)
- [mutual aid](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/mutual-aid/)
- [women](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/women/)
- [incarceration](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/incarceration/)
- [resource guide](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/resource-guide/)
- [transformative justice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/transformative-justice/)
- [news](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/news/)
- [San Diego](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/san-diego/)
- [privateprisons](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/privateprisons/)
- [voting rights](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/voting-rights/)
- [faith](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/faith/)
- [life sentence](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/life-sentence/)
- [facilitator](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/facilitator/)
- [Juvenile Justice system](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/juvenile-justice-system/)
- [YTT June 2021](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/ytt-june-2021/)
- [youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/youth/)
- [facilitator page](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/facilitator-page/)
- [book club](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/book-club/)
- [internal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/internal/)
- [Trauma Research Foundation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/trauma-research-foundation/)
- [TRF](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/trf/)
- [Body Keeps the Score](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/body-keeps-the-score/)
- [Bessel van der Kolk](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/bessel-van-der-kolk/)
- [Ambassador](https://community.prisonyoga.org/tag/ambassador/)
## Discussion Tags
- [attendance](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/topic-tag/attendance/)
- [introduction](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/topic-tag/introduction/)
- [federal](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/topic-tag/federal/)
- [bop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/topic-tag/bop/)
- [bureauofprisons](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/topic-tag/bureauofprisons/)
- [yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/forums/topic-tag/yoga/)
## File Categories
- [Facilitator Resource Page](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/facilitator-resource-page/)
- [Program Evaluation](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/surveys-and-certificates/)
- [Program Facilitation Guidelines and Rubric](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/program-delivery-training-documents/)
- [Practice Handouts](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/free-institutional-support-handouts/)
- [Youth Resource Page](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/youth-resource-page/)
- [PYP Youth Activities](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/pyp-youth-activities/)
- [Program Administration Tools](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/program-administration-tools/)
- [Certificate Templates](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/certificate-templates/)
- [YMI Certification - SATF Corcoran](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/ymi-certification-satf-corcoran/)
- [FTW Slides](https://community.prisonyoga.org/file-category/ftw-slides/)
## Video Categories
- [Practice Videos](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/practice-videos/)
- [Directors Only](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/pyp-director-videos/)
- [Webinar Replays](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/webinar-replays/)
- [Public](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/public/)
- [Facilitators and Directors](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/facilitators-and-directors/)
- [Prajna Series](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/prajna-series/) - Featuring Prison Yoga Project’s founder, James Fox, we gather to hear stories, history, and practices ranging from classical yoga period, Taosim, Buddhist Philosophy and thought as it pertains to our modern world. Through practical and approachable application, we can establish another perspective. Change is possible.
- [COVID Resources](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/covid-resources/)
- [English Practice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/english-practice/)
- [Spanish Practice](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/spanish-practice/)
- [Centerings](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/centerings/) - Centering practice can bring you back into your body, help you relieve common stress, reduce the negative effects of external stimuli, and refocus your energy and intention. As an introduction to most of our webinars, we invite guests to offer their version of center practice. Please enjoy these videos any time you need support and grounding.
- [Webinars / Podcasts](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-category/webinars-podcasts/) - Prison Yoga Project Podcast stands at the cross-section of social justice, education, activism, and yoga. We host interviews with yoga facilitators, substance abuse counselors, mental health professionals, neuroanatomists, formerly incarcerated people, correctional officers, wardens, judges, lawyers, professors, and more. As we continue to shine a light on all parts of our society that lurk in the shadows, we become aware of where we are complicit.
## Video Tags
- [spanish](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/spanish/)
- [yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/yoga/)
- [prison](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/prison/)
- [prison yoga](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/prison-yoga/)
- [mindfulness](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/mindfulness/)
- [trauma informed](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/trauma-informed/)
- [depresion](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/depresion/)
- [vitalidad](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/vitalidad/)
- [energia](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/energia/)
- [yoga en silla](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/yoga-en-silla/)
- [dolor nervio ciático](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/dolor-nervio-ciatico/)
- [guest](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/guest/)
- [healing harm](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/healing-harm/)
- [Futures](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/futures/)
- [co and staff](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/coandstaff/)
- [youth](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/youth/)
- [facilitator](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/facilitator/)
- [facilitator page](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/facilitator-page/)
- [ymi](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/ymi/)
- [dymi](https://community.prisonyoga.org/video-tag/dymi/)
## Event Categories
- [Foundational Training Event](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/pyp-foundational-training/)
- [FT Workshop #1](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/pyp-foundational-training/ft-workshop-1/)
- [FT Workshop #2](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/pyp-foundational-training/ft-workshop-2/)
- [FT Workshop #3](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/pyp-foundational-training/ft-workshop-3/)
- [FT Workshop #4](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/pyp-foundational-training/ft-workshop-4/)
- [FT Workshop #5](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/pyp-foundational-training/ft-workshop-5/)
- [FT Workshop #6](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/pyp-foundational-training/ft-workshop-6/)
- [Community Gathering](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/community-gathering/)
- [In-Person Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/events/category/in-person-training/)
## Course Categories
- [Open Access — No Charge](https://community.prisonyoga.org/course-category/open-access/)
- [Book Club](https://community.prisonyoga.org/course-category/book-club/)
- [Foundational Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/course-category/foundational-training/)
- [Foundational Training Workshop](https://community.prisonyoga.org/course-category/foundational-training-workshop/)
- [Yoga Teacher Training](https://community.prisonyoga.org/course-category/yoga-teacher-training/)
## Course Tags
- [featured](https://community.prisonyoga.org/course-tag/featured/)
- [ftw](https://community.prisonyoga.org/course-tag/ftw/)
## Testimonial Categories
- [2021 YTT](https://community.prisonyoga.org/testimonial-category/2021-ytt/)