Why We're Here
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The practice of yoga was designed by cis-men for the male body - the birthing body and it's cyclical nature and unique anatomy has been largely ignored in the physical/somatic practices of asana and pranayama. .
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We want to approach prenatal and postnatal yoga as deserving its own vocabulary to support health and vitality through this precious period - one that does not rest upon avoidance and modifications made in reference to the tenets of traditional (cis-male-centred) yoga.
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We need to bridge the gap between the birthing world and the world of yoga; several incongruences exist and we would like to answer the call to bridge them.
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We want to provide a more evidence-based and trauma-informed lens to prenatal yoga, because this is so necessary.
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We want to centre the wonder of the birthing body from its anatomy to its physiology, and not see it as a side dish to a main course.
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We want to empower others to be in their bodies and to trust their inner wisdom and deep knowing.
Course Details
COURSE BREAKDOWN
This Yoga Alliance accredited training adopts a hybrid learning model consisting of in-person, livestream and on-demand modules. We will prioritise in-person interactions for hands on practicums, peer teaching and deliberative discussions. For the October Weekend cohort, In addition to the live Zoom sessions, there will also be some pre-recorded sessions, as well as assignments and pre-recorded practices.
100% attendance and completion of modules is required for graduation.
LOCATION
Havelock/River Valley
DAYS/TIMES
| Day | Dates | Time |
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Fri - Sun |
4,5,11,12,18, 19 Oct (in-person) 10,17 Oct (Zoom) |
8am - 6pm 6pm - 9:30pm |
Lead Trainer
DEWI CHEN
(she/her)
RYT200,RPYT,
CD/PCD(DONA),GGS CPPC,SpBCPE,BRM Pro
Dewi Chen (she/her) is a certified yoga teacher, teacher trainer, manual therapist, and doula. She holds several yoga certifications in Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Forrest Yoga, Pre/Post-natal Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Well-Woman Yoga & Therapy, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Kids & Family Yoga. Outside of yoga, Dewi is also trained as a Barefoot Training Specialist® and BARE® workout instructor.
Drawing inspiration from her own experiences and her love for applied physiology, Dewi is a trained manual therapist and bodyworker, with certifications in Sports Massage Therapy and Clinical Orthopedic Manual Therapy (COMT). Passionate about supporting birthing families, she is also certified Birth & Postpartum doula (DONA International), Spinning Babies® Certified Parent Educator, and Evidence Based Birth® Instructor. She is also a Body Ready Method Pro, Girls Gone Strong Certified Prenatal and Postnatal Coach, and VBAC certified doula. Whether she is in the studio teaching movement or in a bodywork session, she hopes to empower her clients to see themselves as intelligent, fascinating and strong.
Guest Trainer
PREET SINGH
Senior Women’s Health Physiotherapist & Director of Embrace Physiotherapy; Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy (Continence and Women’s Health), Curtin University Master of Physiotherapy, University of Sydney Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sports Science), University of Sydney DMA Clinical Pilates Unit A Level 1 Lactation course for Allied Health Professionals
After graduating from the University of Sydney in 2007, Preet has been on a path of professional discovery, developing a diverse skill set having worked in major hospitals, aged care and private practices both in Singapore and Australia. Originally from Australia, Preet moved to Singapore in 2011 and after almost giving up on Physiotherapy, she found her calling. During a 5-year long maternity leave, raising 3 young children and with a handful of pelvic floor woes, she discovered Women’s Health Physiotherapy and hasn’t looked back.
In 2019, Preet established Embrace Physiotherapy, a clinic that focuses on pelvic health. Preet is passionate about starting the conversation on below the belt issues and loves helping women overcome pelvic floor dysfunction including pelvic and sexual pain disorders, recurrent UTI’s and bowel dysfunction. Preet is a AHPC Singapore registered Physiotherapist and AHPRA Australia registered Physiotherapist as well as a member of Singapore Physiotherapy Association.
Guest Speaker
KYRA VALLINGA
(she/her)
Midwife,SpBCPE
Kyra Vallinga (she/her) grew up in Landgraaf (South Limburg) and knew from a young age that she wanted to become a midwife. In 2014, this dream became reality. After graduating, she worked across the country, and in 2015 her love for the profession brought her to the Randstad region. A year later, she joined Liva, where the personal care, diversity of the work area, and supportive colleagues proved to be an excellent match. In 2021, Kyra became a partner in the practice, now co-owning it together with Erna, Nynke, and Kaylee.
She believes deeply in the strength of women and their bodies, with the autonomy of the pregnant person at the heart of her approach. Kyra is committed to helping clients find confidence in their own abilities, offering support where needed. To her, every birth is unique—whether at home or in the hospital, with or without pain relief. What matters most is that each person feels comfortable with their choices. Her goal is to create a positive birth experience that can be looked back on with pride.
Kyra also teaches in the Liva online birth course and the Spinning Babies® Parent Class. Through her experience as a midwife, she has seen how preparation can make a meaningful difference in how birth is experienced.