Trauma Sensitive Yoga
Safer Yoga
“Yoga means to “yoke”. It means to bring things together that are in opposition like our mind and body or our heart and spirit. Yoga gives us the opportunity to show up and practice again and again, to start over.” ~Michelle Cassandra Johnson
Yoga is a powerful complement to therapy, as it allows us to connect with our bodies in a way that we may not have before, by focusing on our breath. By practicing yoga, we can begin to experience our bodies in the present moment, regulate our nervous system, and shift our perspectives.
Safer yoga means that we provide a space where people who have suffered trauma can feel safer, and have a sense of control and trust. I may not know everyone’s story who walks through the door, but I always offer choices and create a safer environment for everyone. I do not provide hands-on assistance as I respect everyone’s boundaries and consent.
I love yoga as an adjunct to therapy because it helps us learn new coping tools that we can use in our everyday lives and allows us to tolerate the discomfort that sometimes arises in therapy (and in life). This enables us to do deeper work with our therapist.
When we feel safer in our bodies, we are better able to manage our emotions. As Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. says, “People who feel safe in their bodies can begin to translate the memories that previously overwhelmed them into language.”
My goal as your yoga teacher is to create a welcoming, supportive, inclusive, and safer environment for everyone. Remember that this is your practice, and you always have a choice.
I want to make the distinction that I am a yoga teacher, not a therapist. In my classes I welcome all levels of ability. Mats, blocks, and other accessories are available. I recommend wearing clothes that are comfortable to move in. Shirts are required.
Meet Our Yoga Teacher
Jennifer Kloewer
Jennifer is a registered yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance and has a specialty training in trauma sensitive yoga. She did her 200-HR Yoga Teacher Training at Denver Yoga Underground in 2022. She completed a 40-hour Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Teacher Training at Buffalo + Sparrow Yoga Collective in April of 2023. She has also trained with Kari Kwinn at White Lotus in Yoga and Pregnancy in June of 2023.
She is the practice manager at the Catalyst Center and is also trained in Neurofeedback.
Classes and Upcoming Events
Yoga for Anxiety
Yoga for Anxiety is a class focused on grounding and nurturing the nervous system. Classes will start on Wednesday, February 7th and meet every Wednesday from 5-6 pm. And Thursdays from 2-3 pm.
Class is $30
Please call 720.675.7123 to reserve your spot.
Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation that induces deep relaxation. It’s often called “yogic sleep”. Benefits include reduced stress and anxiety, improved sleep, enhanced focus, and increased self-awareness. It can help with PTSD, chronic pain, and depression. Regular practice leaves you feeling refreshed and energized.
Yoga Nidra session, special event Saturday, March 16th at 11 am.
Class is $30
Please call 720.675.7123 to reserve your spot.
Individual Yoga Sessions
Individual sessions are intended to be designed to meet your unique needs and can be requested and booked by calling 720.675.7123.
Individual sessions are $120 for the hour.
Learn more about Yoga
Get in touch with us or sign up for a class or event.
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- Call our office at 720-675-7123 and press “1” to be connected.
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