ABOUT THE TRAINING
Our 15-hour foundational training in TIWL is designed for trainers, coaches, physical therapists, and movement practitioners that actively work with individuals & communities who've experienced trauma. Mental health clinicians are also encouraged and welcome to attend. Due to the nature of the material, attendance will be capped to allow for deeper discussion and workshopping.
The training combines lecture, discussion, demonstrations, real life case examples and opportunities for applied, (virtual) hands-on learning. The structure of this training will be a combination of synchronous online sessions and asynchronous self-directed activities such as readings, reflections, and assignments to apply your learning.
Frequently Asked QuestionsImportant Dates
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Applications Open: September 1st
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Scholarship Applications Close: October 1st
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Paid Registration ends: October 15th
Date of Live Trainings:
Oct 22 & 24 | 8:00am - 11am EST/ 2:00pm - 4:00pm BST
The course is extremely well organized and a safe space to both learn and grow. There is room to share, integrate, and ask questions about your own practices and experiences without feeling judged. I personally feel it's critical information for anyone who works with bodies and teaches a strong foundation for learning how to interact with ALL people in a way that is conscious and respectful of their individuality and experiences as a human being."
WHAT WE'LL LEARN
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Learn about the definitions and differences between chronic stress, trauma, PTSD, Complex PTSD, and complex trauma
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Learn about the theory and research behind weight lifting as an adjunctive treatment for trauma survivors
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Learn the neurophysiological, psychological and emotional toll of traumatic experiences
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Develop an understanding of specific trauma-informed considerations for building and maintaining safety in fitness/gym spaces, as well as in relationships with clients and athletes
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Learn how your personal biases and perspectives may support or hinder your client’s process
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Begin the process to position yourself as a safe and effective part of your client’s healing journey
A NOTE ABOUT LEARNING VERSUS HEALING
This program is for professional development and learning. We recognize that although many of us may have experiences of trauma, the time we spend together will not be an intervention for our own individual healing. Talking and learning about trauma, even in the context of a training, can be triggering.
Featured Trainers
Mariah Rooney, MSW, LICSW | Co-Founder | she/they
Candace Liger, NASM-SPS, CE, USAW Level 1 Coach | Program Director | she/they
Becca Kirkpatrick
Becca Kirkpatrick is a socially-focused, trauma-informed PT based in Birmingham, England, with a background in union and community organising. Becca owns Big Bag Training and is also a co-founder of We Got to Move training co-operative. Her favourite thing is introducing beginners to the fun and exciting world of strength training. Becca offers in-person one-to-one training from her private studio, and online one-to-one or small group training to people anywhere in the world, all on a sliding scale basis.
Jo Hazell-Watkins
Jo is a Level 3 personal training and exercise on referral practitioner. She has completed training with Trauma-Informed Weightlifting in the US and practises a trauma-informed approach to exercise, specialising in the management of mental health conditions. She is one of only three Trauma-Informed Weightlifting Practitioners in the UK. Jo has a background in business startup and has led projects based on the social prescribing model with mental health referrals. She specialises in worksing with groups and 1-to-1 with individuals.
"What has been most influential is the knowledge that there are people in the world who believe, as I do, in the importance of the fitness industry reshaping and being held accountable for how they ensure they do no harm and do good."
FINANCIAL POLICY, CECS, & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Cost & Payment Plan
The total cost of tuition for the training is $450 USD, approximately £343, paid in full or in two split payments. Please see below for scholarship information or contact us if financial hardship is a barrier to participation.
Continuing Education Credits
This program is approved by the National Association for Sports Medicine (NASM) for 1.5 CEUs.
Refunds & Withdrawals
If a participant withdraws 15 days or more prior to the start of the training, we will issue a full refund.
For withdrawal requests within 14 days of the start of the training, we must be able to fill your spot before issuing a refund less a $25 administrative fee.
There will be no refunds after the first date of the training; however, a participant may defer to an upcoming training subject to a reinstatement fee.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Scholarship
We offer a limited number of full scholarships as a part of our diversity, equity and inclusion initiative. The purpose of this scholarship is to expand the reach of the TIWL program and to address health disparities by engaging professionals who will commit to providing TIWL services to a range of historically disadvantaged and high-risk groups impacted by traumatic stress. As a program, we respect the data that shows individuals seeking care tend to be best served by providers who come from their same or similar community or cultural milieu, especially when considering marginalized communities, or peoples who have experienced systemic discrimination. We will take this into consideration in our decision-making process.
Apply for a Scholarship