Instructor school levels
Foundations Training
This 8-hour online course educates participants on:
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History of YogaShield Yoga For First Responders
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The original intention of yoga and what yoga is not
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Functions of the nervous system
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Neurobiology of stress and trauma
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Ingredients to Mindfulness
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The 3 Principles of Resilience
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What makes YFFR unique - Culture and Methodology
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Introduction to YFFR Methodology (Yoga Class)
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Specific techniques to practice immediately
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Next steps for bringing YFFR to more people and departments
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Clinicians
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Social workers
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Command staff
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Administrators
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Wellness Coordinator
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Peer Fitness and Peer Support Trainers
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First responders
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Military
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Family of first responders and military
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None
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Online Evaluation
Level 1: Basic Training
This three day Instructor School certifies you to:
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Foundations Training -
Cultural competency classes for Law Enforcement and Fire Service -
A breakdown of the YFFR protocol -
Three standardized YFFR classes
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Best practices and smart teaching tools for yoga instruction
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A deeper look at the science of yoga as it relates to trauma
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The Western and Eastern science behind YFFR protocol
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4 YFFR Mat Class Workshops
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Personal Areas of Excellence Practices
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Professional Areas of Excellence (YFFR Standard Operating Procedures)
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Squad (small group) Breakout Sessions and Practice Teaching
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An overview of trauma-specific yoga and cognitive training techniques
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YFFR Instructor Manual with extensive reference materials -
Access to 1 year of YogaShield's Cyber Academy (On Demand short yoga classes, workshops, and instructors-only information)
- Digital Instructor Toolkit to support you after training (must successfully complete practical and written test)
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Licensing agreement to use YFFR’s trademarked name and material (must successfully complete practical and written test)
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Code of conduct
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Internal and external communication protocols
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Demonstrate tactical and cultural competency
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Effectively explain the science and methodology behind the YFFR Protocol
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Instructor 1 are not certified to teach YFFR Structured Curriculum in Training Academies or In-Service Training until attending Level 2
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Outside training requirements must be completed before certification
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Instructors will sign a licensing agreement to use YFFR’s name, logo, and material upon completion of training requirements
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An Instructor Agreement is required of all YFFR Instructors in order to track classes
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Anyone who has a desire to teach yoga to first responders using a field-tested and structured approach. This could mean officially within a department setting, informally in a community setting, or adding these techniques to their personal practice such as a clinician or peer support leader.
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Foundations Training (currently included in Level 1)
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Online, open book written test -
Documentation of 5 classes taught
Level 2: Advanced Operations & Tactics
This six day Instructor School (includes Levels 1 & 2) certifies you to:
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Instruct YFFR Protocol using YFFR’s official and structured curriculum for:
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Training Demo Workshops -
In-service Trainings -
Conference presentations
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Assist with big events and presentations
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Possibly lead and manage the YFFR programs for a certain city or region (upon acceptance to position)
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Introduction to Tactical Skills for Law Enforcement and Fire Service
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Techniques for Optimizing Human Performance
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Breaking Down YFFR Training Curriculum for Recruit Academies and In-Service Training
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8 YFFR Mat Class Workshops
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Fascia Release Techniques for Optimal Mobility
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Peak Performance Drills
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Breakout Sessions and Discussion
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Practice Teaching
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Standard Neurological Reset practices (similar to Yoga Nidra) -
Access to 1 year of YogaShield's Cyber Academy (On Demand short yoga classes, workshops and instructors-only information.)
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Digital Instructor Toolkit to support you after training (must successfully complete outside training requirements)
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Licensing agreement to use YFFR’s Structured Training Curriculum (must successfully complete outside training requirements and have a Service Agreement or Instructor Agreement in place.)
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Represent YFFR at a higher level of professionalism
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Exemplify YFFR values of professional excellence in training and cultural competency
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Uphold Standard Operating Procedures for YFFR teaching programs
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Adhere to structured curriculum while practicing adaptability of curriculum when needed
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Foundations -
Level 1: Basic Training (included in 6 day trainings)
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Ride-alongs (for civilians) -
Written essay -
Required reading
What people are saying
I work in law enforcement and I practice yoga. Neither seem to fit with each other, yet I knew it would be a good match. My YFFR Teacher Training took a good mix of LE and Yogis and blended them together - each learning from each others experience. The curriculum lended itself to find the common ground we are all after: emotional and physical well being.
-Kortney S., Phoenix, AZ
* YogaShield® Yoga For First Responders® reserves the right to accept or reject the participation of any person in its sole discretion and in accordance with its policies and the law.