Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Trainings

Rooted in Evidence.

Grounded in Integrity.

Open to All.

Not Just a Certification

A Formation in Healing, Science, and Spirit

Whether you are pursuing professional certification, deepening your personal practice, serving in ministry, working in clinical settings, or exploring your next chapter, our trainings are designed to cultivate both competence and character.

We welcome students from diverse professional, spiritual, and cultural backgrounds. Our Yoga-Alliance Accredited programs are grounded in trauma-informed principles, nervous system science, and classical Yoga foundations, with options for both faith-integrated and traditional experiences.

Hi, I'm Lenora Rousseau, lead instructor and founder of the Pointe of Grace Yoga Institute.

I have integrated over a 10 years of education, experience, and research with over 10,000 hours of teaching Yoga and movement to develop Trauma-Informed, evidence-based Yoga Teaching Training Courses that help people not only grow as teachers but transform as human beings. As an E-RYT 500, Ordained Minister, Certified Spiritual Director, and MSW Intern, I've spent years blending Yoga, behavioral health coaching, and spiritual care into programs that facilitate meaningful healing and resilience.

Our training programs exists for people just like you - those looking to step into the next chapter of their vocational calling with clarity and purpose.

What Trauma-Informed Means to Us

For us, it means:

Every sequence is built for the most dysregulated nervous system in the room
Every cue offers choice and accessibility
Every student is met where they are, whether brand new or advanced

In training, this looks like:

Clear instruction (no prior Yoga or science background required)
Scaffolded learning that builds mastery step by step
Private coaching opportunities and robust practicum support

We don’t assume experience. We build it.

Why Train With Pointe of Grace?

The POGYI Method: Where Science, Tradition & Trauma-Informed Practice Meet

Evidence-Based

We honor Yoga’s ancient roots while grounding your teaching in modern science.

You’ll learn:

How breath, movement, and interoception impact the nervous system
How to articulate the physiological purpose of what you’re teaching
How to adapt practices for clinical, ministry, nonprofit, and studio settings

Students often tell us:

“I finally understand why Yoga works — and how to explain it.”

ARC-Based Sequencing & Clear Cueing

Our ARC framework will allow you to create classes with ease and impact. You will also learn how to cue consistently and confidently.

We teach:

Sequencing that supports optimal stress cycle completion
Cueing that meets the most dysregulated person first and builds from there
Language that increases clarity, accessibility, and nervous system safety

No Yogi left behind.

**Designed to Transform You, Not Just Certify You**

Students consistently share that they leave knowing Yoga more deeply and knowing themselves more deeply.

Our POGYI Students Receive:

Private Coaching with a POGYI Coach: 4 hours of One-to-one practice and feedback sessions.
Lead Instructor Mentoring: 2 hours of direct access for guidance on teaching, career direction, or integration.
12–18 Months of On-Demand Studio Access: both free and paid studio classes included.
Lifetime Course Access + Updates: Including new material added in future cohorts.

Affiliate Opportunities for Graduates: Share programs you love and receive revenue.
A Community of Exceptional Humans: Ongoing connection through alumni spaces and newsletters.

Advanced 300-Hour students may also apply for:

Internship and work-study options
Administrative or yoga-based practicum roles

Choose Your Path

Faith-Based Practicum and Applications

As an extension ministry of the FLUMC conference, we offer a faith-based path within Yoga Teacher Training. Receive the same high-quality, Yoga Alliance accredited education with added faith-based practicums and discussion to build a bridge between your Yoga practice and spirituality.

Traditional Practicum and Applications

Our Traditional practicum and applications path is perfect for those looking to keep their personal spirituality and YTT separate, while still giving you the full confidence and preparation to teach in any settings following graduation!

Which Program Is Right For Me?

200 HR RYT

200 HR RYTis the hallmark of Teacher Training and gives you an internationally accredited certification, so you can teach anywhere!

This is perfect for those with or without Yoga experience who are just getting started in YTT.

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Adv. 300 HR RYT

Prerequisite: RYT 200 Certificate and 100 hours of teaching experience to register with the Yoga Alliance.

This program is perfect for 200 RYTs looking to take their Yoga career to the next level. With this advanced training, you will be able to position yourself as an expert in your field and deepen your practice.

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Adv. 125 HR TI-Yoga YACEP Certification

Prerequisite: Must have 200 RYT credentials or higher.

This program is designed for 200 or 500 RYTs looking to embody our POGYI Trauma-Informed method, without the time and financial commitment of a full RYT program.

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