M3R: Mindful Response, Recovery, and Resilience

Join teacher and trauma-informed mindfulness practitioner Siha Collins for a 3-day workshop on the art + science behind mindful response, recovery, and resilience.

  • Meet Your instructor

    Siha is a yoga + meditation instructor with a special expertise in trauma-informed care including traumatic stress + anxiety. She is also the founder of Yellow Mat

  • Education for All

    This 12-hour weekend training course is suitable for all of those interested in deepening their understanding of the human nervous system, and strategies for mindful response, recovery, and resilience.

  • Join The Collective

    The weekend intensive is hopefully the beginning of a wellness journey that leads to greater service for yourself + others. Upon course completion you’ll be invited to join Yellow Mat Wellness Collective — receiving access to volunteer and continuing education opportunities.

What students have to say

  • "This course was much different than I expected -- in a good way. Come prepared to transform your idea of wellness".

    -Kim G.

  • "If you've been on the fence about showing up due to your ability -- don't be. I wish i had taken the course sooner and started by practice with a learning foundation like this."

    -Stacey D.

  • "This workshop is for more than teaching in the classrom -- it's about learning how to be present in every day life."

    -Cindy C.


Course Details

  • By taking this training, you’ll walk away with foundation knowledge of:

    The Human Nervous System

    Polyvagal Theory

    Somatic Experiencing

    Mindful Breath + Movement Techniques for Self-Regulation

    Social + Emotional Competency

    Trauma-aware Language

    Race, Power, and Privilege in learning environments

    Showing up Authentically to Community Care.

  • This course is a 12-hour in-person facilitated experience. While workshop times may adjust slightly, the general format is:

    Friday 6-9p

    Saturday 10a-5p

    Sunday 10-3:30p

    This class involves movement, lecture, group discussion, journaling, and various somatic techniques to teach.

    No previous yoga or meditation experiences is required.

  • Standard Rate - $459

    (Includes 3-day training experience, access to pre- and post-course resources, and digital training companion.)

    Pay-it-Forward Rate - $499 (Includes 3-day training experience, access to pre- and post-course resources, and digital training companion PLUS premium printed training binder and for a limited-time, a Yellow Mat. Your additional contribution supports training accessibility through scholarships.)

    *Payment Plans* are available with $99 deposit to reserve training space

2024 Trainings

Atlanta **BETA** | May 17-19

New York | June 28-30

Vancouver | July 5-7

Chicago | August TBD

Atlanta | September 6-8

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