Trauma Sensitive Yoga for Females on Zoom

Trauma Sensitive Yoga for Females on Zoom is a free, gentle online yoga class for female survivors, offered by YogaSong and Victim Services Inc. It is open to anyone who feels this support is right for them, and no yoga experience is needed. Rachel Allen, an experienced registered yoga teacher, leads the class on Zoom.

What to Expect

The class runs for one hour in the evening, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. It is a trauma sensitive yoga (TSY) practice, which means it is gentle and the pace is unhurried. Choices and options are given throughout the practice, so you decide what feels right in your own body.

The focus is on tools and supports that help with nervous system integration, and on taking the practice off the mat and into daily life. The environment is described as accepting, and everyone is warmly welcomed.

About Rachel Allen

Rachel Allen is a Certified Music Practitioner, Sound Healer, Reiki Master and Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher who works from a trauma informed, social justice framework. She holds a B.A. in Political Science and Sociology and is based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, serving the greater Pittsburgh region and working with individuals and organizations virtually. Her work, which she describes as merging music, yoga and community, is aimed at creating healthy, diverse and joyful communities.

Music is at the heart of her offerings. Her yoga classes are theme-based and bring together yogic philosophy, breathwork, asana, live music and meditation. She also leads community singing and sound healing, using chant, mantra and free movement.

Before You Go

- Experience: None needed. Choices and options are offered in the practice.
- Cost: The class is free.
- Registration: Pre-registration is required for everyone, and the Zoom link is sent to those who register through Cambria Somerset Victim Services.
- Inviting others: You are welcome to share the class with people you know who may find this service and support relevant. They need to register as well.
- Where: The class takes place online, so you can join from wherever you feel comfortable and supported.