Virtual Instructor School

Olivia 
Mead

Founder/CEO
Imagine becoming a certified Yoga For First Responders Instructor in just 12 weeks, regardless of your background. Picture yourself delving into yoga's transformative power, honing the skills to heal, support, and empower those who serve our communities—addressing their unique mental and physical challenges through a culturally informed approach. This course offers you that remarkable journey.

What's included?

  • 12 Weeks
  • 1 Certification
  • 340 Questions
  • 25 Video
  • 32 PDF

Course Lessons

Meet the instructor

Olivia Mead

10 years after I became a certified yoga teacher, I finally found my zone of genius. Don’t let it take this long for you too.
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Imagine transitioning from a certified yoga teacher to a certified Yoga For First Responders Instructor in just 8 weeks. Picture yourself delving into yoga's transformative power, honing the skills to heal, support, and empower those who serve our communities—addressing their unique mental and physical challenges through a culturally informed approach. Yoga For First Responders offers you that remarkable journey.

As the Founder & CEO of Yoga For First Responders®, and someone deeply committed to the intersection of yoga, public safety, and neuroscience, I am thrilled to lead you in this journey.

With over two decades of experience in both yoga instruction and working directly with first responders, I bring a unique perspective that marries ancient wisdom with modern needs and turn it into an effective training protocol. And even better, we have the data and research to back it up.

Together, I want to dive into the essential components necessary to teach yoga to public safety professionals safely and effectively. We will challenge prevalent misconceptions, unveil the missing skill sets in public safety training, and explore the profound neuroscience behind the practice.

Drawing from comprehensive data and research, we will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to not only succeed but thrive in this vital endeavor. Whether you've encountered obstacles in bringing yoga to first responders, feel nervous about stepping into this space, or simply seek a more impactful avenue for your teaching, this webinar is tailored to meet your needs.

Allow me to assure you that this webinar is designed to empower you. Regardless of your background or level of experience, you will emerge with newfound confidence and clarity in your ability to make a tangible difference in the lives of first responders.

Join us on this enlightening journey, where together, we will unlock the potential of yoga to support those who dedicate their lives to public safety. I look forward to welcoming you and witnessing the transformative impact we will undoubtedly make together.

With gratitude and anticipation,

Olivia Mead, Founder & CEO
YogaShield® Yoga For First Responders®
Patrick Jones - Course author