SEN yoga & wellbeing
teacher training course
Next training:
17th, 18th January 2026 - 10am - 6pm (Online)
23rd, 24th, 25th January 2026 (IN LONDON) - 10am - 6pm (Online or In-Person)
Train to teach yoga and wellbeing to children and young people with additional needs. This accredited 50-hour course runs live online, in person in London, or as a flexible hybrid option.
You will learn how to create calm, structured and supportive sessions that meet a range of sensory, emotional and physical needs. You will explore posture adaptations, gentle movement, simple breathing, sensory play ideas, grounding techniques and relaxation. You will also build confidence in communication, behaviour support and working alongside schools and families.
When you complete the course, you will feel prepared to lead inclusive and meaningful sessions in mainstream and specialist settings, helping young people feel safe, confident and seen.
5 Days | YAP Accredited | Online Training
What's on the SEN yoga and wellbeing teacher training course
This 50-hour accredited training gives you the tools to guide children and teens with special or additional needs through yoga and wellbeing sessions that are safe, engaging and adaptive. You’ll explore how to modify postures, support sensory and emotional wellbeing, integrate breathwork, massage, sound and mindfulness, and design age-appropriate group or individual classes. With hybrid delivery options (online or in-person in London), you’ll complete 12 modules, gain a certificate, join a supportive graduate community and leave ready to teach in specialist and mainstream settings.
Module 1
- The Benefits Of Yoga
- Therapeutic Interventions for SEND
- Yoga Origins & Their Current Relevance - Yoga Philosophy
- 8 Limbs Of Yoga
- Inspirations
Module 2
- Breathing Techniques
- Eye Exercises
Module 3
- Nutrition
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Major Bones
- Functions Of The Muscular System
- Joints
- Knee Joint With Tendons & Ligaments
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- EFT Tapping Point
Module 4
- Your Teaching Practice: General Guidance
- Further Tips For a Successful Session
- Practical Advice
- Further Considerations
- The Importance of Self-Care: Preparing Ourselves For Leading a Yoga & Wellbeing Session
- Observations
- Building Relationships
- Questionnaire For Parents
Module 5
- Your Teaching Practice: General Guidance
- Further Tips For a Successful Session
- Practical Advice
- Further Considerations
- The Importance of Self-Care: Preparing Ourselves For Leading a Yoga & Wellbeing Session
- Observations
- Building Relationships
- Questionnaire For Parents
Module 6
- Seated Postures
- Standing Postures
- Supine Postures
- Prone & Back Bend Postures
- Floor Postures
- Balance Postures
- Relaxation Postures
- Posture Flashcards
- Assisted, Supported & Modified Postures
- Important Further Considerations
Module 7
- Mindful Colouring and Benefits of Art Therapy
- Mindful Art Activities
- Art Therapy
- The Power Of Music
- Explore Music & Your Emotions
- Music: Before & After
- Paint, Walk & Listen
- Shoot For The Stars
Module 8
- Warm Ups
- Sun Salutation Sequence Over 8 Year Olds
- Sun Salutation Sequence Under 7 Year Olds
- Paper Sun Cutout
- SEN Games
- Games For Touch
- Games For Sight
- Games For Balance
- Games For Hearing & Sound
- Body Bingo
Module 9
- Relaxation
- Restorative Yoga
- Mudra
- Meditation
- Minfulness
- Working Somatically
- Qigong
- Yoga Nidra
- Guided Visualisation
- The Yoga Prayer
- Affirmations
Module 10
- Mantra
- Voice & Singing
- The Healthy Effect Of Sound
Module 11
- Massage
- The Feet
- The Hands, Arms & Head
- Ayurvedic Constitutional Test
- Nadis
- Body Meridian Lines
- Reiki
- The 7 Chakras
Module 12
- Marketing
- Online Classes
- Branding
- Creating a Brand Name
- Website Design
- Social Media
- Online Marketing
- Offline Marketing
- Accounting & Finance
- Badges
- Affiliation
- Graduate Discounts
- Case Study
- Suggested Reading & References
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Training Dates
17th, 18th January 2026 - 10am - 6pm (Online)
23rd, 24th, 25th January 2026 (IN LONDON) - 10am - 6pm (Online or In-Person)
Location: Online via Zoom, In-person in London or a combination of both
Timezone: BST
- 12 Modules
- Accredited by Yoga Alliance Professionals (YAP)
- 50 Hours towards your teaching training hours
- Student discount on the class plan bundles
- Ability to teach SEN yoga and wellbeing to 5 to 18 year olds.
- Starter class plans and mindfulness techniques
- Join live online, in-person or a combination of both
- Join the private Facebook group for graduates to continue your learning, grow and connect.
- On-going support post training
Modules
Module 1
- The Benefits Of Yoga
- Therapeutic Interventions for SEND
- Yoga Origins & Their Current Relevance - Yoga Philosophy
- 8 Limbs Of Yoga
- Inspirations
Module 2
- Breathing Techniques
- Eye Exercises
Module 3
- Nutrition
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Major Bones
- Functions Of The Muscular System
- Joints
- Knee Joint With Tendons & Ligaments
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- EFT Tapping Point
Module 4
- Conditions To Consider
- Conditions Table
- A Sensory Diet
- Communication: Signing
- Children vs. Tweens & Teens
- SEMH
- What are Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)?
- What Are The Causes Of SEMH Needs?
- How Are SEMH Needs Expressed?
- Active Strategies
- Positive Flower
- Friendship Potion
Module 5
- Your Teaching Practice: General Guidance
- Further Tips For a Successful Session
- Practical Advice
- Further Considerations
- The Importance of Self-Care: Preparing Ourselves For Leading a Yoga & Wellbeing Session
- Observations
- Building Relationships
- Questionnaire For Parents
Module 6
- Management & Structure
- Ability Groups
- Class Plan Example
- Fire Class Guidelines
- Tips For a Fire Class
- Earth Class Guidelines
- Earth Class Plan
- Water Class Guidelines
- Water Class Plan
- Teaching Observations
Module 7
- Seated Postures
- Standing Postures
- Supine Postures
- Prone & Back Bend Postures
- Floor Postures
- Balance Postures
- Relaxation Postures
- Posture Flashcards
- Assisted, Supported & Modified Postures
- Important Further Considerations
Module 8
- Warm Ups
- Sun Salutation Sequence Over 8 Year Olds
- Sun Salutation Sequence Under 7 Year Olds
- Paper Sun Cutout
- SEN Games
- Games For Touch
- Games For Sight
- Games For Balance
- Games For Hearing & Sound
- Body Bingo
Module 9
- Relaxation
- Restorative Yoga
- Mudra
- Meditation
- Minfulness
- Working Somatically
- Qigong
- Yoga Nidra
- Guided Visualisation
- The Yoga Prayer
- Affirmations
Module 10
- Mantra
- Voice & Singing
- The Healthy Effect Of Sound
Module 11
- Massage
- The Feet
- The Hands, Arms & Head
- Ayurvedic Constitutional Test
- Nadis
- Body Meridian Lines
- Reiki
- The 7 Chakras
Module 12
- Marketing
- Online Classes
- Branding
- Creating a Brand Name
- Website Design
- Social Media
- Online Marketing
- Offline Marketing
- Accounting & Finance
- Badges
- Affiliation
- Graduate Discounts
- Case Study
- Suggested Reading & References
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