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Frequently Asked Questions
1.) Is TCTSY for me?
Maybe yes. Maybe no. Only you can answer this question for you. TCTSY is an evidence-based intervention for trauma exposure originally created by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk (author of "The Body Keeps the Score"), David Emerson + Jenn Turner at the Trauma Center in Brookline, MA.
It's theoretical underpinnings are rooted in hatha yoga, trauma theory, attachment theory, and neuroscience.
The foundational building blocks of this evidenced-based approach are found through non-coercion, interoception, invitational language, choice making and shared authentic experiences.
Feel free to learn more here.
Although this offering was originated as a trauma treatment...
Mayday Yoga services are not intended to treat any health condition, but to offer TCTSY as one way to support everyday wellness.
2.) What do you charge?
Community Pricing
Feel free to pick the price that works best for your group's budget.
Group (2-20)
60 minutes = ($90 - $140)
45 minutes = ($75 - $115)
30 minutes = ($60 - $90)
A "pay what you can plan" outside of Community Pricing is available anytime for any reason.
If you have a timeframe, group request, or price point not listed above...lets talk and see what works.
You're welcome to use credit card, cash, or Venmo to pay for services.
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3.) What style of yoga do you teach?
In TCTSY, there is no emphasis on "style" or "doing it right," while making body-based choices.
No need to perform.
All abilities, shapes, sizes, experience, and interest levels are more than welcome.
4.) Where do you offer your group classes?
For (in-person or online) requests... you provide the group + secure meeting location. This helps support familiarity when trying something new. All choices respected. Indoor or Outdoor.
Curious about liability? I can temporarily add your space to my yoga insurance coverage by request.
5.) Do you offer individual trauma-informed yoga?
Right now, I'm a fan of leaning into the collective power of community... and do not offer individual (in-person or online) sessions at this time.
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If you were hoping to find a personalized class with a local TCTSY facilitator, you might find one through their online directory at the link below.
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6.) Do you offer yoga mat classes?
Short answer is not at this time.
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I believe that offering readily available choices (i.e. seated or standing forms) can support folks to apply this practice post class + beyond.​
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Learning how to possibly resource your current space or your body might be beneficial to your health long term. ​
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7.) What's your social media presence?
Minimal at best. For me to walk my own wellness talk... my presence needs to be less online + more in real-time.
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So if you're hoping to hire someone with a strong social media game, I'm prolly not your guide.
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8.) How do you become a trauma-informed instructor?
There are many paths, so I can only speak to mine below.
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1.) Obtain your 200hr RYT (registered yoga training) online or in-person through an accredited institution. You might find some here.
2.) A great 20hr trauma-informed training that comes from the Trauma Research Center in Boston can be found here.
3.) If interested in their 300hr certification, the 20hr training shared in (#2) is the prerequisite to apply. More info can be found here.
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My path personally paused after (#1) and (#2) to practice real world teaching before tackling (#3).
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Best of luck!​​​
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