Transform postural patterns & revitalize lives

The BackMitra is an innovative spinal prop designed to alleviate tension and stress, revitalize breath and optimize postural alignment.

Gain the confidence and competence to offer the BackMitra to students & clients through this 12 hour training based in yoga therapy.

Teach the BackMitra with Confidence & Care

The BackMitra is an innovative spinal prop designed to relieve tension, reduce stress, and optimize postural alignment. Through gentle pressure on the spine, the BackMitra mobilizes the mid-back, promoting flexibility and ease while revitalizing breath. From yoga and movement teachers, to RMT’s and chiropractors, the BackMitra® offers a supportive practice to facilitate the relaxation response, foster presence and further healing.

Join this journey of learning and liberation! The 12 hour foundation training is based on the integrative teachings of yoga therapy synthesizing insights and techniques from Restorative Alignment, Vijnana Yoga and the MELT Method. Discover fundamental and functional anatomy of the spine, shoulder girdle and diaphragm and be trained to teach safe and creative use of the BackMitra.

As a somatically oriented teacher, practitioner or therapist, this training will:

• fulfill your commitment to the well-being and personal development of your students or clients
• evolve your own practice and teaching
• enhance the range of practices you offer
• capture the attention of students and clients interested in healing and deepening their practice
• distinguish your place of business in a competitive market

Taught by experienced yoga therapist, Sharon Abbondanza C-IAYT, expect an engaging environment conducive to deep inquiry, healing and inspirational education. The dynamic ground of this program is created by approaching the body with gentleness and curiosity, revitalizing the breath and exploring embodied anatomy.

What you will gain from this training:

• teaching methodology to safely and creatively teach BackMitra sequences with confidence
• fundamental & functional anatomy of the spine, diaphragm and shoulder girdle
• introduction to experiential anatomy to support dynamic embodiment
• review of modifications and contra-indications for BackMitra use
• comprehensive colour manual with photographed sequences

Location: Mountain Waters Retreat Centre, Nelson, BC
Saturday & Sunday September 28th & 29th from 10am – 6pm
$425 (Includes BackMitra)