Essential training for all yoga teachers – now available as a flexible self-paced online course with live coaching calls to support your learning journey.
YFCA FOUNDATION TRAINING course
Welcome to my new Online Foundation Course in Yoga for Cancer
In response to requests and feedback from yoga teachers all over the world, I have upgraded my foundation training and made it available as an online module.
Designed for yoga teachers who want to feel more confident and better prepared, this self-paced course gives you the tools to support students affected by cancer—both in group classes and one-to-one settings.
Whether you’re simply looking to be informed or are exploring the path of becoming a specialist, this course offers a strong and practical starting point.
YFCA FOUNDATION TRAINING course
Full Price: £147
Why this training matters
Cancer affects 1 in 2 people—and as survivorship improves, more students will show up in our classes navigating treatment, recovery, or life after cancer.
Most teacher trainings don’t cover how to support these students safely and compassionately.
Having spent over 20 years supporting people with cancer I have learned through my own experience (and mistakes!) the kind of holistic care people going through this life changing experience need. I have seen the huge value that yoga gives for people facing cancer and I want to share with thoughtful and compassionate teachers like you how to adapt your teaching and offer the best support possible.
Cancer is not like a typical injury or illness, it is something that impacts every layer of someone’s being and so needs extra consideration. It’s not just about adapting practices on a practical level but understanding each person’s unique experience and needs.
This course will help you:
Feel confident and capable supporting students with a cancer diagnosis
Learn how to adapt your teaching safely
Set clear ethical and emotional boundaries
Learn how to self care as a teacher to build capacity to hold others.
Begin your journey into specialist work if that’s your path
What’s included
This course is structured into 6 core modules, broken into manageable chunks so you can learn at your own pace, with clear progress.
✴ Module 1: Understanding Cancer + Intake Process
Learn about cancer, treatment effects, and how to assess students safely.
✴ Module 2: Communication & Boundaries
Supportive language, trauma-aware cues, and how to stay in ethical alignment.
✴ Module 3: Lesson Planning
Create adaptable class plans with safety and clarity.
✴ Module 4: Self-Care & Support Systems
Avoid burnout and build your own support as a teacher.
✴ Module 5: Teaching Videos
See real teaching examples and applications.
✴ Module 6: Consolidation & Next Steps
Wrap up your learning and explore further pathways.
What you’ll get
Over 10 hours of video lessons
Notes, handouts, and useful resources
Homework prompts to apply what you learn
Monthly live Zoom mentoring – come when you need support or have questions
Lifetime access – return any time, and receive future upgrades free
Is this for you?
This course is ideal if you are:
A yoga teacher who wants to be more informed and prepared
Teaching group classes or 1:1 and unsure how to support students with cancer
Interested in starting work in the field of yoga for cancer care
Looking for a flexible, supportive training with community built in
Questions?
I'm here to help.
Email me at hello@yogaforcanceracademy.org and I’ll get back to you personally.
yes i’d love to sign up!
Foundation COurse testimonials
“I thoroughly enjoyed this self-paced Yoga for Cancer Foundation course and would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn how they can tailor their Yoga teaching to help people affected by cancer, and also learn the . Jenni is a wonderful teacher and explains everything in a very clear and systematic way, so that you can take in all the information with ease. Jenni is also very generous in providing a safe space in her monthly Zoom call for teachers doing her courses or those who have completed them to help with any questions/issues that arise. Thank you so much, Jenni!.”
— Cristina Gritsch
“A very useful foundation course for any yoga teacher coming in to contact with clients with cancer. As cancer touches all of us, no matter what type of yoga you teach, I would highly recommend the course as either new knowledge or reassurance that you are able to offer help to clients with cancer.”
— Jill Mowbray
“This was a fantastic introduction to understanding how we can respond empathically, compassionately to students with any lived experience of cancer: it helped me be less "scared" of saying or doing the wrong thing and gave very good opportunities to reflect on boundaries, opportunities and adopting a holistic approach. Very well paced and engaging modules, good resources and a broadening of the yoga practices that can help students. Thank you, well worth the time and effort, would highly recommend!”
— Andrea Beavon
“Amazing training for the teachers who want to "update" themselves to be able to adapt their teaching, I highly” recommend ! — CB
FOR TEACHER TRAINING SCHOOLS
Upgrade your training with a ready-made professional Yoga for Cancer Foundation module.
It’s an easy way to have me as your specialist guest tutor.
With cancer diagnosis rates now at 1 in 2 people, it is essential that all yoga teachers have some level of training in how to support students going through or recovering from treatment.
A simple way to upgrade your training and make it even more comprehensive, is to include this Yoga for Cancer Foundation Module as part of your 200hr, 300hr or 500 hr TTC.
Your students will be able to work at their own pace and will have access to monthly free zoom calls with me for any questions they have about the content.
If you are interested in how this could work for your training, please do get in touch. I’d love to support you!
HERE’S WHAT SOME OF OUR STUDENTS SAY ABOUT OUR TRAININGS
Jenni has an considerable knowledge of this subject. However, she shares her knowledge in a digestible way making it tangible, relevant and giving confidence to everyone on the course..
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The Yoga for Cancer Course was very inspiring. Not only did I learn how to teach and assist students who are affected by cancer, but I have also realised how important it is to take care of myself and nourish my soul if I want to be a good Yoga teacher and help others. Thank you so much Jenni xx
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I thoroughly enjoyed training with Jenny and have already recommended to others.
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Jenni has an considerable knowledge of this subject. However, she shares her knowledge in a digestible way making it tangible, relevant and giving confidence to everyone on the course.. 〰️ The Yoga for Cancer Course was very inspiring. Not only did I learn how to teach and assist students who are affected by cancer, but I have also realised how important it is to take care of myself and nourish my soul if I want to be a good Yoga teacher and help others. Thank you so much Jenni xx 〰️ I thoroughly enjoyed training with Jenny and have already recommended to others. 〰️