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Yoga For Arthritis

Yoga Professionals

Providing research-based online and in-person yoga professional trainings that are International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) and 
Yoga Alliance Approved.

About Yoga For Arthritis

Yoga for Arthritis was developed at a leading research university by an interdisciplinary team of medical and healing professionals, including rheumatologists, psychologists, public health researchers and yoga therapists. Combining ancient yoga practices with modern medical knowledge, this program offers modifications to address the unique abilities and limitations of persons with rheumatoid and/or osteoarthritis.

In a 7-year randomized clinical trial, program participation was associated with improved arthritis symptoms, disease biomarkers, physical fitness, psychological functioning and quality of life.

Why Train With

Yoga For Arthritis

Understand the basic differences between rheumatoid and osteoarthritis

  1. Offer modifications for persons with arthritis attending their yoga classes

  2. Teach Yoga for Arthritis classes in their communities

  3. Work individually with arthritic clients of all ability levels

*All students must be a registered yoga teacher to attend Yoga for Arthritis teacher trainings.

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Intro To Meditation

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Self Paced

Discover the power of meditation in your own time, at your own pace. This self-guided course is designed for anyone—regardless of diagnosis or physical limitations—who wants to explore meditation as a tool for healing and well-being.

✅ Flexible Learning: Complete at your own pace with pre-recorded lessons and guided practices
✅ Accessible to All: If you have a conscious mind, you can meditate! No prior experience required
✅ Perfect for Yoga Professionals: Learn how to guide meditation for individuals with arthritis and chronic pain

Each module introduces a different approach to meditation, with teaching, guided practice, reflection exercises, and additional resources.

📌 Earn Continuing Education Credits: 8 Contact Hours | 12 Non-Contact Hours

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“This is one of a kind training, beyond my expectations. Holistic approach to arthritis, always bearing in mind the whole person, yoga philosophy as well as science. Steffany has a deep understanding and knowledge of the different forms and stages of arthritis from an in depth anatomy and physiology perspective till the most subtle level, she is a true yogini.”
— Cynthia Olinga Ibáñez, RYT®

What Past Trainees Are Saying

Yoga For Arthritis 3 Level Bundle Course

This course combines three levels of Yoga for Arthritis and Chronic Pain Training for a total of 101 total hours, consisting of 65 contact hours and 36 non-contact hours.

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YFA Level I

34 YA Credits- 34 IAYT Credits | 32 contact hours & 2 non-contact hours

YFA Level II Mentorship

40 YA Credits - 40 IAYT Credits | 10 contact hours, 30 non-contact hours

YFA Level III Certification

24 YA Credits - 24 IAYT Credits | 20 contact hours, 4 non-contact hours

Become A Member

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Gain Instant Access To:

  • Tools to share with your students and clients

  • 20% off discount in the YFA store

  • Access to growing digital library that can be used for professional education and used in your classes, lectures, and workshops

  • Ongoing access to training material

  • Listing of your classes in our state-by-state directory

  • Monthly member Q&As with Dr. Steffany Moonaz.