Nervous System & Restorative Yoga Teacher Training
Cadiz, Spain | May 2-9, 2026
Join Tiffany Cruikshank, L.Ac. and Dr. Amy Sedgwick for this 50 hour training to dive deep into the details of the nervous system & restorative practices to efficiently & effectively train nervous system regulation.
Nervous System & Restorative Yoga Teacher Training | Module – Cadiz, Spain 2026
Price range: $2,090.00 through $3,090.00
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Training Description
We are excited to offer our Nervous System & Restorative Yoga Teacher Training as we to return to one of our favorite destinations, the Suryalila Retreat Center in Cadiz, Spain! This curriculum is one of our internal medicine modules and comes highly recommended for our advanced teachers.
The Nervous System & Restorative Yoga curriculum takes a deep dive to investigate the detailed functions of our nervous system and their relevance to yoga. We will discuss this potent system, responsible for a big part of the therapeutic effects of our practice and we will talk on ways to harness the potential of this system to create impactful therapeutic programs.
This in-person training is co-taught by our founder Tiffany Cruikshank, L.Ac. and Amy Sedgwick MD. We are thrilled to have Amy on board to present the Western anatomy and physiology of the nervous system while drawing from her expertise in emergency medicine. Together, these experts will guide you through this transformative training using asana practices to experience the information firsthand, lectures to give you a deep understanding of this system, reviews to reinforce information, and presentations that bring the information to life to create a robust, hands-on learning experience.
After completing this training, you will leave with a thorough understanding of the nervous system to efficiently and effectively apply restorative yoga and similar modalities within a therapeutic yoga setting for nervous system regulation.
If you’re a teacher dedicated to a higher standard of learning and looking to develop an extensive knowledge of this system that you can immediately apply to both your teaching and personal practice… this training is for you!
This 50 hour retreat-style training at Suryalila Retreat Center allows you to immerse yourself in your practice and learning with Yoga Medicine®.
Cadiz, Spain
May 2-9, 2026
In-Person Retreat Module
CEUs Upon Completion
Lectures, Asana & Restorative Practices
Training Details
The nervous system is in many ways the ruler of the body and mind, the effects we see here spill over into all the other systems of the body. This system is also responsible for a large part of what we can quantify in the therapeutic effects of the yoga practice. This teacher training will look at the function of the nervous system, common pathologies, and invaluable adaptations to incorporate into a yoga practice.
The tools learned in this restorative training are some of the most effective means of soothing the nervous system. We’ll investigate the “what, why, and how” for the application of restorative yoga as a method of regulating the nervous system. This teacher training will explore how to shape the practice specifically to address nervous system dysfunction, how to teach/use restorative yoga, and most importantly, the relevance of this system towards many different pathologies and how to utilize these concepts within the yoga practice.
Here are the main topics that we will cover during the Nervous System and Restorative Yoga Teacher Training:
Internal Medicine: Nervous System
- CNS & Regions of the Brain & Cranial Nerves
- Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves & PNS
- Brainstem & Breath
- Heart Rate Variability, Limbic System & Cerebellum
- Sensory & Motor Systems, Motor Processing
- ANS & Neurotransmitters
- Neuroimmunology, Neurodynamics & Pain
- Nerve Flossing Techniques
- Common Neurologic Problems/Diseases and Applications
- Putting It All Together in a Yoga Context
Restorative Yoga
- Restorative Yoga & Stress Processing
- Restorative Yoga Implications in Trauma & Stress
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Applications to Restorative Yoga
- Why & When to Use Restorative Yoga
- Cautions with Restorative Yoga
- Detailed Understanding of each Pose, it’s Purpose, & Props Used
- Sequencing
- Everything you need to know to create an impactful, therapeutic restorative practice
This yoga teacher training counts as 50 hours towards your 500-hour/1000-hour Yoga Medicine certification. Directly following the yoga teacher training you will be invited to take an online exam to receive your certificate of completion. These hours will also be recognized as 50 continuing education hours (CEUs) by Yoga Alliance.
Anticipated Daily Schedule
- 7-9am – Asana Practice
- 9-10am – Breakfast
- 10am-1pm – Lectures
- 1-3pm – Lunch Break
- 3-6pm – Lectures & Restorative Practice
- 6-7pm – Dinner
This training will consist of full days of asana/restorative practices and lectures with scheduled breaks in the morning, afternoon and evening. Please note that all meals and accommodations will be included throughout the training; participants are responsible for the coordination of their own travel.
This training will begin with a group dinner at 6pm on May 2nd followed by a brief orientation. We complete the training on May 9th with an optional morning practice at 8-9am followed by breakfast. We recommend reviewing our attendance policy and the cancellation/refund policy in the FAQ’s for more details before registering.
Please consider acquiring travel insurance to help protect yourself from the unforeseen and unavoidable that may affect or prevent your participation in the training (sickness, injury, family emergency, weather, etc.).
For teachers dedicated to a higher standard of learning looking to deepen their knowledge.
The Nervous System & Restorative Yoga Teacher Training is a 50-hour advanced in-person training for yoga teachers, physicians, healthcare providers and fitness instructors with yoga experience who are interested in learning more about this invaluable curriculum.
To fully benefit from this training, we recommend that anyone considering enrollment is actively working with students and clients within a yoga or therapeutic setting.
Yoga Medicine® believes that an experienced yoga teacher is an impactful asset to our healthcare systems. With our credentials, students and healthcare facilities can trust that their yoga teacher is trained with a depth of knowledge in the fusion of research, science and traditional practices as well as a range of experience.
Jen Coco
500-Hour Yoga Medicine Teacher
“While taking the online Nervous System and Restorative Yoga training, I immediately began to implement many of the restorative poses into the two classes I teach per week. I became aware that the classes I was presenting as “restorative” were actually a mixture of both yin and restorative postures, so I was really able to refine and fine-tune my sequences and breathing techniques to hone in on restorative entirely. It was great to take some of the key points from Tiffany’s morning asana practices as well and incorporate them into my Vinyasa Flow classes – particularly moving slower and with greater awareness, and connecting more mindfully to HOW we move our bodies, and all the many processes working together to accomplish each movement. So very many helpful takeaways that I will continue to implement from here on out!”
Megan Doll
500-Hour Yoga Medicine Teacher
“This training was totally up my alley! It perfectly syncs up with two trainings I teach: Restorative Yoga and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga. I’m so interested in how yoga and mindfulness affect our brains and am looking forward to integrating what we learned into my on-going exploration.”
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Meet the teachers...
Tiffany Cruikshank
Founder of Yoga Medicine, L.Ac, MAOM, E-RYT
Tiffany is a Yoga Medicine® Therapeutic Specialist, author, licensed acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine provider. She’s trained over 15,000 yoga teachers, athletes, healthcare professionals, physicians, bodyworkers and coaches worldwide on how to fuse anatomy, western medicine and cutting-edge research with traditional yoga practices to therapeutically support individuality and holistic wellness.
Amy Sedgwick
MD, FACEP, E-RYT
Amy lives in Maine where she practices emergency medicine and medical acupuncture at Intermed, P.A., seeing patients of all ages and backgrounds. She also teaches yoga and meditation in the greater Portland area. In 2014, Amy founded the Riverbend Yoga and Meditation Studio in Yarmouth with the intention to help people in her community achieve holistic health from within. In 2018, she sold the studio but continues to teach there, offering classes and workshops on yoga and mindfulness at studios and medical institutions in the area. Amy also works extensively with private yoga clients, many of whom have complicated medical issues.
Training Venue
Suryalila Retreat Center
Pago de Pajarete
11650 Villamartin
Cádiz, Spain
Surrounded by rolling hills, fragrant olive groves, and stunning vistas, Suryalila provides the perfect backdrop for your yoga journey. Imagine practicing yoga under the golden sun, resting amidst the tranquil sounds of nature, and rejuvenating yourself in a serene atmosphere that fosters self-discovery and growth.
Pricing and Policies
Payment Option
For this training, you are free to select your own room type based on availability. An upfront full payment for your tuition and chosen room type (which includes a non-refundable and non-transferable $500 USD deposit) will secure your reservation as a student in the Nervous System & Restorative Yoga Teacher Training.
All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable after February 27, 2026.
Payment plans for all trainings are available at checkout to US customers via Affirm. For international customers, please email info@yogamedicine.com directly to set up a payment plan.
Price Includes
Price includes:
- Training tuition
- Hardcopy, custom-designed training manual
- Accommodations & meals
Not included:
- Travel
- Airport transfers
- Extended stays
Cancellation & Refund Policies
The deposit payment of $500 is always non-refundable and non-transferable.
There are no refunds or transfers of payments after February 27, 2026 due to the fact that we are required to make payments to reserve your reservation at the retreat center and secure training materials for the group. We realize that some extenuating circumstances beyond your control may prohibit you from attending; however, we cannot make exceptions regardless of the circumstance due to the non-recoverable payments that we deliver in advance. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance which covers refunds due to medical emergencies and other difficult circumstances.
We appreciate your understanding that this policy is for all.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be enrolled in the Yoga Medicine 500-Hour program to attend this Yoga Teacher Training?
No!
This training is designed for yoga teachers, physicians, healthcare providers, and coaches who are interested in learning more about this invaluable curriculum.
If you have a consistent yoga practice and a desire to deepen your knowledge, then we would love to have you join!
If you are new to Yoga Medicine and would like to join the 500-hour program, then please complete the online application. Upon successful completion of this training, the 50 ‘in-person/contact’ hours would automatically be applied towards your 500-hour.
More information about the 500-hour program can be found here.
What do I need to bring to this training?
You will be supplied with a list of props and information to help you prepare for this training. All of this information will be given to you after submitting your payment.
Additional Travel Information
When booking flights, please arrive in time to attend the first group dinner at 6pm on May 2nd followed by a brief orientation. We complete the training on May 9th with a morning practice at 8-9am followed by breakfast. We recommend reviewing our attendance policy and the cancellation/refund policy in the FAQ’s for more details before registering.
We recommend flying into Seville Airport which is a 75 minute car ride to Suryalila. The Retreat Center can directly assist you with airport pick-up and drop-off arrangements, more information will be provided after registration.
If traveling between countries, you may also need to contact your healthcare provider about any necessary immunizations as well as making sure your passport and any necessary visas are in order.
Apply This Training Towards a 500-Hour Certification
If you are enrolled in Yoga Medicine’s 500-hour or 1000-hour program, then this training counts as 50 ‘in-person/contact’ hours towards your certification, as well as continuing education hours with Yoga Alliance!
If you are a yoga teacher interested in pursuing continued education with Yoga Medicine, then you have the option to apply to our 500-hour program (in which case, these teacher training hours will automatically apply towards your 500-hour certification process).
To learn more about our 500-hour certification program, click here.
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