Yoga & Polyvagal Theory: Widening the Window of Tolerance - IN-PERSON

Spring is here! Time to open up the windows…

Join Nicole Von Chorus and Jen Kinsey to learn a current model of the nervous system focusing on the vagus nerve, its relationship to social engagement, the stress response, and dissociation, and how to use this information to cultivate effective strategies for coping with stress and building resilience.

In this two-hour workshop, we will cover the anatomy and function of key areas of the nervous system related to anxiety, depression, mood regulation, and trauma-related stress patterns, as well as how the polyvagal model parallels fundamental yogic philosophy. A therapeutic yoga practice will focus on developing skills for managing our behavioral and bodily response to stress, restoring balance, and increasing our ability to tolerate challenges.

Nicole VonChorus, ERYT, MEd. in Clinical Counselling, is a yoga teacher and mental health counsellor who works with youth and families who are struggling with various mental health disorders. She helps youth gain healthy coping skills and teaches skills to the caregivers to learn how to support their loved ones.

Jen Kinsey, C-IAYT, RMT, BHSc. is a yoga therapist and massage therapist who loves sharing anatomy education, and whose practice centers on helping others to know and appreciate themselves through focused attention and developing ease.

In-Person Atendance: $55.00

(max. 10 participants)

***Please note this registration is for In-Person attendance at our Maple Ridge studio****