First Thunder Land-Based Yoga Teacher Training LETHBRIDGE

Level One - November 2025

Facilitated by Heidi Davis, Recreation Therapist, RYT500

Thank you so much for your interest in First Thunder Yoga Teacher Training. This  training course will offer a practical approach to guiding yoga, meditation and breathwork in a variety of settings. We will explore philosophy rooted in the 8 limb path of yoga and land based healing principles, and provide an experiential learning environment. Elder Sylvia Ann Fox will also be facilitating modules regarding traditional healing.

As a Recreation Therapist, yoga has been an incredible skill to bring to my clients who are recovering from strokes, substance abuse, and other chronic conditions. Yoga facilitation skills will impact many areas of health care, community programming, and individual healing journeys.

The First Thunder Yoga Teacher Training will offer a concise and well resourced educational opportunity that will empower facilitators to offer safe and accessible yoga and meditation in order to uplift and inspire a wide variety of individuals on their life journey. You will receive a manual with 4 breathwork techniques, 8 grounding practices, 6 meditation scripts and 6 asana sequences, and additional resources to continue your exploration of the yoga path!

What will we learn?

By the end of the training, you will:

  • Begin to develop an understanding of the history and ancient wisdom of yoga

  • Be prepared to gather meaningful data and information through yoga offerings to support individual goals

  • Study approaches/techniques that make the world a better place, and reduce suffering.

  • Be prepared to offer a welcoming and inclusive space where practitioners connect to the land and self through creative language and grounding practices.

  • Be able to guide safe, smart experiences in shapes/poses to elevate the spirit on a healing journey in a variety of settings.

Material will include asana (physical practice of yoga), facilitation theory, yoga philosophy, meditation, breathwork, and more. We will explore recovery, resilience, Indigenous ways of knowing with our Elder, and grounding practices for the nervous system.

The objectives of this training will be achieved through lectures, group work, asana, practices, and sharing circles.

Who can attend?

This training is designed for Recreation Therapists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Therapy Assistant, Allied Health Professionals, Teachers, Recovery Support Staff, and other community members who want to develop practical yoga and meditation facilitation skills. 

This training is not approved for Yoga Alliance credentials due to its unique nature

Time Commitment + Location

This training will occur over a two day period, November 1 & 2, 2025.

Each day will be 8 hrs and plus 4 hours of homework

Completing this 20 hour training will provide you with a certificate of completion. Full attendance is required for a certificate of completion.

Training will take place at the Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association

Pre-requisites

An open heart and mind. This program is open to all. You do not have to have a 200 YTT certification. 

Investment

The First Thunder Yoga Teacher Training is offered at $599 + gst for registrations prior to September 22, 2025. Registrations after September 22, 2025 are $699 + gst. This includes a manual.

Deadline to Register: October 21, 2025

If you prefer to pay for the training in full, please use link below to sign up. Alternatively, you can secure your spot by paying a $150 non-refundable deposit here. We will then contact you to discuss and set up a payment plan that best fits your needs. The full payment is required by October 22.

I would love to see you there! If you hear the call and want to sign up, or if you require more information, please reach out! 

 As my elder says, “With tears in my eyes, and an ancient song in my heart, thank you”.

With gratitude,

Heidi