Yoga Therapy for Spinal Health Care Training

IAYT Approved Professional Development | 26-Hour Training

With Grisell González, B.A., C-IAYT, E-RYT 500 & Martha Victoria, B.A., C-IAYT, E-RYT 500

Dates: May 15, 21, 28 & June 11, 2027 

Format: Live Online via Zoom + Independent Study | Bilingual: English & Spanish

Course Overview

Deepen your understanding of spinal health and explore the therapeutic applications of yoga for common spinal conditions in this comprehensive 26-hour IAYT Approved Professional Development training.

Designed for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, healthcare professionals, and interested learners, this bilingual (English/Spanish) course combines evidence-informed instruction, practical application, and individualized protocol development to support spinal health, mobility, and functional well-being.

No prior yoga teaching certification or medical credentials are required to enroll.

What You’ll Learn

Through engaging lectures, guided practice, case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will explore:

• Spinal Anatomy & Function: Muscular and skeletal anatomy of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.
• Common Spinal Conditions: Scoliosis, herniated discs, postural dysfunction, arthritis, kyphosis, sciatica, osteoporosis, spinal stenosis, and sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction.
• Therapeutic Yoga Applications: Yoga therapy principles, appropriate modifications, precautions, and contraindications for spinal conditions.
• Evidence-Informed Approaches: Relevant research in physical therapy and the work of Dr. Loren Fishman in yoga for spinal health.
• Individualized Protocol Development: Designing and practicing yoga-based protocols tailored to specific spinal conditions and individual needs.
• Clinical Application & Discussion: Case-based learning, guided practice, and opportunities for questions and instructor feedback.

Course Schedule

All times Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

• Saturday, May 15, 2027: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Friday, May 21, 2027: 6:00–9:30 p.m.
• Friday, May 28, 2027: 6:00–9:30 p.m.
• Friday, June 11, 2027: 6:30–7:30 p.m. | Protocol Review & Feedback

Course Format & Requirements

26 Total Training Hours | 16 Live Online + 10 Independent Study

This fully online, bilingual training combines live interactive Zoom sessions with independent coursework, allowing participants to engage in meaningful clinical learning from wherever they live.

Independent coursework includes:

• Assigned readings and instructional video modules
• Interactive discussions and assessments
• Development of individualized yoga therapy protocols for selected spinal conditions

Participants will apply their learning by developing protocols and presenting them during the final live Zoom session, receiving constructive feedback from instructors and peers.

IAYT Approved Professional Development (APD)

Earn 26 IAYT Approved Professional Development (APD) hours through this comprehensive training, consisting of 16 hours of live online instruction and 10 hours of independent coursework.

What Our Students Are Saying

“I loved the structure and thoroughness of material. This is by far the most clinical education I have received thus far. I am truly impressed with the scope and sequence of the material.”
— S. H.

“I loved the balance of lecture (both video and live) and actual practice. It’s tough to stay seated learning about poses without actually doing them right after so learning, then practicing is a great way to have the info cement into our brains.”
— G. B.

“I loved reviewing the different spinal conditions along with helpful yoga therapy technique and contraindications.”
— M. G.

“Fabulous! Grisell always gave us scenarios to explain the nuance. She also kept an open dialogue to ask questions and information share which brought up a lot of interesting resources and methods.”
— A. F.

Tuition & Registration

Regular Tuition: $575

Early-Bird Tuition: $535 — Save $40! Register by April 15, 2027.

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Download the Yoga Therapy for Spinal Health Care Application

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Cancellation & Enrollment Policy

• 21 or more days before the course begins: Refund of tuition paid, less a $100 nonrefundable processing fee.
• 8–20 days before the course begins: Refund of 50% of tuition paid, minus the $100 nonrefundable processing fee.
• 7 days or fewer before the course begins: No refund.

These policies reflect the administrative costs, advance preparation, and faculty commitments associated with offering specialized professional training.

AUM hOMe Shala reserves the right to decline enrollment due to space limitations or other considerations.

If AUM hOMe Shala cancels the course due to insufficient enrollment, participants will receive a full refund.  Registered students will be notified promptly if cancellation becomes necessary.

Grisell B. González, B.A., C-IAYT, E-RYT 500

Grisell is a certified yoga therapist specializing in spinal health conditions, Parkinson’s disease, and neuroplasticity. She holds a 1,000-hour Clinical Yoga Therapy Certification and a 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification from AUM hOMe Shala, along with a 200-hour Yoga and Meditation Teaching Certification from Ananda Washington. She earned her B.A. in Art History from the University of Washington and integrates Tai Chi and Qigong into her therapeutic approach.

Martha Victoria, B.A., C-IAYT, E-RYT 500

Martha is a certified yoga therapist whose teaching integrates mindful movement, breathwork, and body awareness to support health and well-being. Her extensive training includes Yin Yoga, advanced pranayama, Ashtanga Yoga, yoga for wellness, and resistance stretching, along with specialized yoga therapy studies in spinal health, osteoporosis, Parkinson’s disease, cardiovascular conditions, and mental health. Drawing on more than 20 years of philosophical study, she brings a thoughtful, integrative approach to her teaching.