Yoga & Polyvagal Theory: Widening the Window of Tolerance w/ Erin & Nicole

Join Erin Jacob and Nicole Von Chorus to understand the new science which is challenging traditional views of the human stress response, mental health, and trauma. Gone are the days of the black and white analogy of a switch that pulls us back and forth between a 'rest-and-digest' and 'fight-or-flight' modes as needed. Most of us know that life is not black and white, and neither are the emotions or responses we experience as we work to navigate through the diverse set of conditions, memories, reactions and opportunities we encounter throughout our ever changing lives.

In this three-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 and practice. Through a therapeutic yoga practice, we will focus on developing skills for managing our behavioral and bodily response to stress, restoring balance and safety to our nervous system, and increasing our ability to tolerate adversity and rise to the challenges of life!

Erin is a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) under the International Association of Yoga Therapists, is additionally registered under the Yoga Alliance as an E-RYT500 and YACEP (Approved Provider of Continuing Education for yoga teachers), and is a Trauma-Informed teacher. With over 2000 hours of therapeutic training and over 25000 hours of teaching experience, she has helped thousands of students with a wide range of physical and mental and health conditions......READ MORE

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 people of all age gain healthy coping skills and teaches these skills to caregivers learning how to support their loved ones .....READ MORE

In-Person Atendance: $70.00

(max. 20 participants)

*Please note this workshop will be held in-person at the Art of Dance Studio at 22764 Dewdney Trunk Rd, Maple Ridge, BC*