The Trauma-Conscious Yoga Institute

What does yoga tell us about freedom?

In Sanskrit, “freedom” can be expressed through several words, each with a slightly different meaning-

“Moksha” refers to liberation from the cycles of life, death, and rebirth, our ultimate release from the attachments of the physical world.

“Svatantrya” emphasizes independence and self-reliance, being the ultimate source of power in your life.

And “Mukti” is the word for freedom or liberation from restraints or bo***ge.

Watching things play out in our country can make this holiday complicated for many and it can be hard to remember that our freedoms are intertwined with those of others.

If you choose to celebrate today, we encourage you to honor the complexities of freedom and ask yourself “Am I living my life in a way that supports collective liberation?”

Last call for our Summer Virtual Level 1 certification!

Registration closes on Monday, July 6th 🗓️

Register using the link in our bio or at traumaconsciousyoga.com/events 🪷

In a world that often prioritizes productivity over relationship, we’re interested in creating spaces that nourish connection, reflection, and collective liberation.

As we imagine what’s possible, we’d love your input. Your voice can help shape the future of this community and the kinds of opportunities we create together.

Please take a few minutes to complete our Community Engagement Survey: https://9228dea3.click.convertkit-mail.com/e5u32mn9pnf7hl8ewlmt8h85zrp30flhvkz3/vqh3hrho9kx022fghl/aHR0cHM6Ly9kb2NzLmdvb2dsZS5jb20vZm9ybXMvZC9lLzFGQUlwUUxTZjhaODdwM053X2tTN3d3WEdGWGdYTGJjSGN5RF9tcFZyRUNEWjlaWFdSeUQ3ZlpRL3ZpZXdmb3JtP3VzcD1zaGFyaW5nJm91aWQ9MTE0NDQ4NjA3NjM2MTUxNDk5OTY4

(Link also in Instagram bio)

We look forward to learning what would support your continued growth, connection, and participation in TCYI!

Summer is an excellent time to be in community, move into action, and transform your personal and professional practice.

Join us for one of our remaining Coaching Calls or our Level 1 training this season ☀️

✨ Expand Your Trauma Treatment Toolkit

For the first time in the Seattle region, the Trauma-Conscious Yoga Method (TCY Method) Level 1 Certification is coming to Gig Harbor, WA.

Designed for therapists, counselors, social workers, yoga professionals, bodyworkers, and helping practitioners, this 30-hour certification teaches how to integrate trauma-conscious yoga and somatic practices into your work while staying within your scope of practice.

🧠 Learn about trauma, PTSD, neuroscience, Polyvagal Theory, collective healing, social justice, and body-based approaches to regulation and resilience.

📅 Sept 26–27, 2026 (Virtual)
📅 Oct 16–19, 2026 (In Person, Gig Harbor)

💰 Early Bird: $920 through Aug. 21
💰 Standard Rate: $1,150 beginning Aug. 22
✔️ Payment plans available

Space is limited to 12 participants for a deeper, more immersive learning experience.

Learn more & register:
traumaconsciousyoga.com/event/tcym-level-1-certification-training-hybrid-gig-harbor-wa/

Join Bri for her next Coaching Call, TCYM & Developmental Trauma

Day: Thursday, 6/25/26
Time: 10:00-11:00am CST
Cost: $35

Coaching Calls are open to anyone certified, in training, or who may be curious about how to incorporate the TCYM model into their work. Come to learn, consult, & build community with like minded healing professionals!

Registration using the link in our bio and at www.traumaconsciousyoga.com 🪷

Let’s welcome Summer gently-
Next Saturday, Krystal is offering a special solstice themed class where we’ll tie together the story of Hanuman, the 1/2 monkey demigod from Hindu tradition, and the concept of “tapas”, our inner fire of discipline and transformation, to the lessons of the Summer season.

And in honor of Pride month, we’re highlighting and sharing proceeds with , a non-profit committed to connecting members of the LGBTQ+ community with chosen family for important life events or ongoing support.

TCYM classes offer a unique blend of philosophy, psychoeducation, pranayama (breath), asana (physical postures), mudra (hand positions), and meditative elements.

Saturday, June 20th
8:30am PST/ 11:30am EST
Sliding Scale Pricing on Zoom

*If you can’t attend live, you’ll be emailed a recording to take within 72hrs

www.traumaconsciousyoga.com or use the link in our bio (under Live Trainings & Events)

Extended- Early Bird Price through June 12th!

Registration is live for our first Level 1 training in over a year. And- as overwhelmingly requested, it’s fully virtual.

This 30hr training occurs over 2 weekends on Zoom.

By the end of the training, you’ll be certified in the TCY Method and equipped to bring these practices into both individual and group settings.

Live Dates: Fri. July 17- Sun. July 19
Tuition: $1,150 (Early Bird $920)

Payment plans offered through Klarna & Affirm

Trauma-conscious care is not about making people feel safe.

It’s about creating spaces where folks feel like they have more agency, more choice, and can more comfortably build capacity with decreased chance for re-traumatization. Join our community of over 3,000 certified practitioners worldwide!

Starting next Saturday, a portion of the proceeds from monthly Community Classes with Director of Programming, Krystal Akin, will be donated to an agency doing advocacy & support work in our communites.

In honor of mental health awareness month, this month we’re highlighting and supporting , a non-profit committed to raising awareness and building compassionate services for folks with a borderline personality diagnosis or symptoms.

TCYM classes offer a unique blend of philosophy, psychoeducation, pranayama (breath), asana (physical postures), mudra (hand positions), and meditative elements.

Saturday, May 23rd
8:30am PST/ 11:30am EST
Sliding Scale Pricing on Zoom

*If you can’t attend live, you’ll be emailed a recording to take within 72hrs

www.traumaconsciousyoga.com or use the link in our bio (under Live Trainings & Events)