❲ Seniors Yoga Specialist Certification ❳

Seniors Yoga is booming! Become the expert for your community.

When you're done with this training you'll be among the top teachers in the world for older adults. Stand out from the crowd, help older adults and earn more money.

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To All Yoga Teachers Looking For A Golden Opportunity

Seniors yoga is booming. But hardly anybody knows how to teach it properly. Take this course to stand out, make a difference, and earn more money.

The TREND

Seniors are the fastest growing yoga community in the whole world! Every year millions of older adults start to roll out their mat. Doctors, physical therapists and caretakers increasingly recommend yoga to their patients. Plus, societies across the world are aging. So you know that this trend is not going anywhere.

Already today 1 in 3 yoga practitioners is 50+ years old (Yoga Alliance / Yoga Journal; US statistic).

The odds of living till 90 are increasing from 28% in 2000 to ca. 42% in 2050 (US Census Bureau).

The PROBLEM

The problem is that only very few yoga teachers understand seniors. We say that "Yoga is for everyone". But most of us act as if every student in the room is a 25 year old gymnast. That's dangerous.

Senior yogis deserve (and are happy to pay more for) instructors who

understand what it means to live inside an increasingly vulnerable body,
know enough about common medical conditions to keep students safe,
can adjust all aspects of their teaching specifically for seniors practitioners.

95% of older adults have chronic illnesses (National Council on Aging; US statistic).

Examples of medical conditions that make regular yoga classes unsafe, and how many seniors have them (National Council on Aging; US statistic).

Your Golden Opportunity

Become the expert for Senior Yoga!

Turn into a trailblazer for the yoga industry! This is an up-and-coming, untapped opportunity in yoga. Your students, your community and your bank account will thank you!

I can't wait to see you in the training!

With love ❤️

❲ Introducing ❳

The groundbreaking Seniors Yoga Specialist Certification

What You Achieve

Stand Out

Become one of very few yoga teachers with serious expertise in this booming branch of yoga.

Support

Help senior yoga students in your community stay healthy, happy and mobile.

Earn More

Free yourself from competition and finally charge a fair rate for your time and energy.

What You Learn To Teach

Chair Yoga

Gentle Flow

Gentle Hatha

Silver Yin

Silver Restorative

Meditation

Breathwork

Yoga Nidra

Course Curriculum

Module 1

Introduction

We begin to understand how aging affects asana, and vice versa. We look at what it means to live in a “senior body” and learn which styles of yoga and practices are (in)appropriate for older students and why.

4 Video Lectures

1 Hatha Yoga Class

5 Resources / Research Articles

Module 2

Osteoporosis

For older adults, a broken bone is not just inconvenient. For 25% of older adults, it's a matter of life and death. And low bone density is the #1 cause for dangerous fractures. In this module we learn how to take good care of our students who live and practice with this silent disease.

3 Video Lectures

1 Hatha Yoga Class

1 Silver Yin Yoga Class

10+ Resources / Research Articles

Module 3

Heart Disease

Heart disease is the top killer in the world. And many of your older yoga students suffer from it. Yoga can help, but there are also serious risks that we need to be address before stepping on the mat. In this module learn which poses and practices are great for students with heart problems, and which need to be avoided.

2 Video Lectures

1 Silver Yin Yoga Class

4 Pranayama Techniques

10+ Resources / Research Articles

Module 4

Silver Yin

Silver Yin is a safe version of "regular" Yin Yoga which Jess developed specifically for this training. In this module we learn what sets this new style of yoga apart, how to sequence Silver Yin and how to teach it.

1 Silver Yin Yoga Class

5 Silver Yin Asana Labs

2 Video Lectures

Silver Yin Pose Library

Module 5

Stroke

Stroke is the 2nd most common cause of death in the US (topped only by heart disease). Good news: yoga helps with both stroke prevention and recovery. In this module we learn why that is and what you can teach students who have had a stroke. Includes a special guest interview with a stroke rehabilitation physical therapist and author.

1 Video Lecture

1 Guest Expert Interview

10 Resources / Research Articles

Module 6

Silver Restorative

Silver Restorative is ideal for older adults experiencing anxiety, stress, or who are healing from illness or injury. In this module we learn how to sequence, set up and teach Silver Restorative classes as well as the incredible benefits of this powerful practice.

2 Video Lectures

1 Silver Restorative Yoga Class

6 Silver Restorative Asana Labs

Silver Restorative Pose Library

6 Resources / Research Articles

Module 7

Teaching Methodology

In this module we learn how to lead prepare and lead safe and inclusive yoga classes, how to give step-by-step cues that work for every student in the room, and how to theme classes for older students. This module is a mix of pre-recorded lectures and interactive live calls.

4 Video Lectures

1 Q&A Session

Interview with a Seniors Yoga Guest Teacher

5 Resources / Research Articles

Module 8

Chronic Conditions

Yoga helps students with chronic conditions ease symptoms and feel better overall. In this module learn how to support students with arthritis and joint replacements, cancer, chronic pain diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD); which precautions to take; and how to modify your classes for each of these common conditions.

1 Video Lecture

3 Guest Interviews on Yoga for Cancer, COPD, and Knee Replacement

2 Hatha Yoga Class

1 Meditation Practice

10 Resources / Research Articles

Module 9

Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra is a form of concentration / meditation that is highly beneficial and accessible to anyone no matter their physical condition. In this module learn the science behind Yoga Nidra and brain waves, how the practice benefits older adults, and how to teach 3 Yoga Nidra techniques from the Himalayan Tradition.

2 Video Lectures

3 Yoga Nidra Practices

6 Resources / Research Articles

About Your Teacher

Study With An Industry Leader

Over 1 Million yogis from around the world practice with Jess because of her unique ability to fuse modern movement science and ancient yogic wisdom into addictive asana classes that go far beyond stretching sessions.

What is more, Jess is a professional educator with years of classroom experience. Students love Jess’ teaching because it is organized, light-hearted and actionable.

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The best yoga education money can buy - Only $5 per hour.

Look Forward To

Bridge the gap between Western medical science and the Eastern science of yoga.

Become a trusted authority on safe and creative yoga for older adults.

Help older students achieve better health, strength, balance and relaxation.

Understand common medical conditions of older adults as they apply to yoga.

Gain confidence in your ability to teach anyone who shows up to your class.

Learn step-by-step cues for all "senior-suitable" yoga poses

Incorporate pose variations for all levels including in a chair, standing, and supine.

Learn two brand new styles of yoga that were created specifically for this course.

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Double Quality Guarantee

We are very confident in the quality of the Seniors Yoga Specialist Certification. We only want your money if you love the course. And we care about your success. That's why we offer you the Double Quality Guarantee.

1.

30 Day Money Back Guarantee

Start the training and make sure it lives up to expectations. No questions asked.

2.

Best Teacher In Town Guarantee

After you complete the course you will not find another yoga teacher who knows more about or is better qualified to teach seniors than you. Otherwise you get your money back.

Bonus Package (worth $1,030)

$350

Bonus Module

Learn to teach advanced, aware and able-bodied seniors who can do poses most older adults should avoid.

Asana Lab for advanced yoga poses (which most senior students should avoid). Learn how to teach them and how to keep practitioners safe.

Gentle Flow class for advanced senior students

$115 (limited availability!)

Paper Manual

200 pages full of knowledge! Limited time offer: We throw in a paper copy of the manual (and you also get the PDF)!

Detailed lectures summaries and all slides from the course.

Heaps of helpful images and illustrations

Space for all of your notes.

$115 (limited availability!)

Pose Encyclopedia

All safe seniors poses collected and detailed in one resource.

Extensive pose library for Seniors Chair, Hatha, Gentle Flow, Silver Yin & Silver Restorative Practices with pictures and breakdowns.

Detailed index for quickly looking up any pose

500+ high quality images.

$150

Resource Library

Lifetime access to our growing resource library

Intake form template for senior students

Yoga teacher insurance recommendations

Suggested reading list, links to relevant articles and research papers

CPR training recommendation

$150

Class Templates

10 Ready-to-teach class sequences and meditation scripts

Classes in all styles plus a variety of breathwork and meditations for a well-rounded start for your new senior yoga students.

High quality pictures of each pose and sequence so you know exactly what you're teaching.

Creative and safe Seniors Yoga poses, flows, and sequences you won’t find anywhere else!

$150

Business Brainstorm

Explore the best ways to market your senior yoga teaching skills effectively in 2025 and beyond.

90 min live call with Jess and fellow students

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❲ FAQ ❳

Welcome To The Nitty Gritty

Hey, It's Jess 👋

I hope that this page has all the info you need. But in case something is missing, or if you just want to have a quick chat with me before signing up - just let me know. I can't wait to meet you! 😊

About This Training

No stress. You can join!

Here at Movement Wisdom, we encourage you to choose which poses and practices work for you, and skip the ones that don't.

Avoid anything that doesn't feel right in your body, for any reason. You will never have to explain to us why you can't do a certain movement, pose, or practice. Your body is yours, and you have full autonomy! You will still be able to pass the course no matter how many poses you can do, or how many you can't do at the moment. The only important thing is that you watch all of the videos and pass the quizzes.

You don't have to be a teacher to join.

That said, I do want to highlight that this course was specifically designed for yoga teachers who hold a 200 hour certification or more. However, if you want to take the course to learn more about safe movement for your older adult body, this course will definitely give you the information and practices you're looking for....and then some :).

So feel free to join and just skip the teaching methodology classes that aren't relevant for you.

Any senior who comes to your class.

You will be able to teach seniors who are physically fit as well as those who are completely immobile. And everyone in between.

This course will teach you an array of styles of yoga asana as well as breathwork, meditation and Yoga Nidra. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to skillfully teach to the full spectrum of senior students who might show up to class.

You will practice and learn how to teach poses in the chair, standing at the wall or using a chair as support, on all 4s, and on the floor. These are the 4 basic positions for every seniors yoga class. From there, you will be able to teach classes that are:

Fully seated in the chair (aka Chair Yoga)
Mixed seated in the chair and standing (also with the option for students to remain in the chair instead of standing)
Mixed seated in the chair, standing, and floor-based (with the option for students to stay seated or standing instead of getting on the floor)
Fully floor-based classes and more.

You will learn how to cater your classes to your unique students, no matter their physical abilities. You will be able to teach not just movement classes, but also breathwork, meditation, and Yoga Nidra so you have a huge spectrum of practices in your toolkit. You will have a practice for every student who is looking to you for greater health and wellness - even if they can't get out of bed or out of their chair - after graduating from this training.

What you do need ...

Everything you need to enjoy this training and succeed.

An open mind, a genuine passion for yoga, and a sense of humor.

The desire to learn and to serve senior yogis.

Props (1 yoga mat, 2 blocks, 1 bolster, 1 blanket) and a space to practice.

Internet connection and a phone, computer, tablet or smart TV.

What you don't need ...

Stuff you may think you need to have or do - but you don't.

To be an older adult

An empty schedule / lots of time for Zoom calls.

To teach yoga professionally.

To speak English natively. (If you understand this page, you'll be fine.)

Logistical Questions

What is it?

The manual consists of 2 parts.

THEORY

goes hand in hand with the training
almost 200 pages
all lecture slides
lecture summaries
lots of helpful pictures and illustrations
space for notes

POSE ENCYCLOPEDIA

photographs of all seniors yoga poses
with modifications and variations
how to use props, how to set up for poses

Does it help?

Yes, a lot! The training manual (especially the print version)

supports your learning
helps you stay organized
keeps you on track
anchors the online training in the "real world"
will be an invaluable resource after graduation

Is it digital or paper?

We offer both. The digital version is a watermarked pdf document. The paper version is printed in full color on paper that's suitable for taking notes.

Is it free?

Digital copy

Every student receives a free pdf version of the manual.

Paper manual

The paper manual is not included in the training price (unless specified otherwise).

You'll place a separate order for your paper manual. We kindly ask that you do so after you've made sure that you want to stay in the training.

If you order your paper manual and then ask for a refund of your training fee, we'll have to subtract the price of the training manual from your refund.

Is it possible to download the materials?

Yes and no.

To watch the course videos you do need an internet connection.

But in addition to the videos we also offer an audio version of the program that you can download right inside your favorite podcast app.

Beyond that, if you get the paper manual, you will be able to reference the classes and your notes at any time without having to re-watch the course videos. Plus, you have lifetime access, so feel free to come back and watch the classes as many times as you'd like!

Is this course Yoga Alliance certified?

Yes.

What does this mean?

The Yoga Alliance is an international non-profit group that represents and supports both yoga teachers and the yoga industry. They set the industry standards for yoga teacher trainings.

The Movement Wisdom Seniors Yoga Specialist Certification is certified by the Yoga Alliance. This means that once you graduate, you'll be able to register 40 hours worth of continuing education credits with the Yoga Alliance.

Here is the link where you can register your CE credits upon graduation from the course.

How to get one:

Just send an email to help@movementwisdomyoga.com.

Note on physical products:

Physical products are non-refundable. They are produced and/or shipped on demand and we have no way to accept returns.

If you have a coupon code for a physical product, please make sure that you want to stay in the course before you place your order. Otherwise we'll have to deduct the regular price of whatever you've ordered from your refund. (In this case you can of course keep whatever you have ordered.

What you can expect ...

Things that we can promise you in good conscience.

To learn more about yoga for older adults than you ever thought was possible.

A binge-worthy, fascinating, and inspiring yoga journey.

A safe and supportive learning environment.

A friendly, helpful and responsive Movement Wisdom team.

To get all your yoga-related questions answered

Please don't expect ...

Things that are outside of our control or practically impossible

That everything will always be "easy" or go exactly as planned.

1-on-1 calls with Jess.