25 Hour Yin Yoga Training
Spring/Summer Seasonal Focus
March 21 - 23, 2025
“I truly enjoyed every minute of Cat’s Yin + Aroma training. Cat is extremely knowledgable about both topics and I’ve learned SO much! The training was super organized and it was quite evident that she put her heart and soul into it. I highly, highly recommend taking your yin training with Cat.”
Honouring the seasons is in!
Do you find yourself feeling burned out and want to rejuvenate and fill your own cup of inspiration?
Need to differentiate yourself as a teacher in a crowded market?
Love Yin yoga and wish you knew more about the science behind it?
Have you been teaching Yin, but not sure you truly understand the nuances of the practice?
Interested to learn more about essential oils and how to use them more effectively?
Are your Yoga Alliance CEUs coming due?
“Wonderful training! Cat’s teaching style, strong scientific background, excellent knowledge and experience of the content made me feel like I could get answers to any questions. I am looking forward to teach yin and aromatherapy and share this incredible relaxing yoga practice.”
Why I created this program.
Once upon a time I was a yoga teacher who only taught athletic, hot, active classes. I wasn’t comfortable teaching slower classes, but I believed having both capacities was essential. I saved my pennies and traveled to Vancouver to take a Yin training with Bernie Clark and it absolutely transformed my teaching. Not only did I develop comfort in teaching slower classes, but my ability to modify my faster classes improved as well. I started to step into my authentic voice as a teacher and build a following that loved these slower experiences.
Eventually I combined my passion for essential oils with these luxuriously unhurried yoga experiences and my Yin + Aroma workshops and classes were born. I was blown away by the positive response! I have taught Yin + Aroma experiences at many studios, events and retreats over the past nine years and am sharing the method I have successfully developed.
“Cat’s Yin and Aromatherapy classes are truly a gift to slow down. I trust her kindness in teaching from her heart which helps me lean into the postures while soaking up knowledge she imparts about essential oils.”
I’m so excited to empower you to teach Yin Yoga in combination with essential oils!
Did you know that Yin Yoga, is partially based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?
Like all traditional healing modalities, TCM considers the environment, season, and individual constitution for recommendations for treatment. So, a plant or acupuncture point that you would use in the summer, may not be appropriate for the winter. With this in mind, the Yin + Aroma Training has been sectioned into two parts:
Fall/Winter — where you will explore warming and uplifting oils and poses related to the energetic meridians of the Lung, Large Intestine, Kidney and Urinary Bladder. You will experience Yin + Aroma practices that are unhurried and lunches that balance the energy of the autumn and winter seasons.
Spring/Summer — where you will discover grounding and calming oils and poses related to the energetic meridians of the Liver, Gallbladder, Heart, Small Intestine, Stomach and Spleen. You will experience Yin + Aroma practices that are relaxed and lunches that balance the energy of the spring and summer.
What’s Included for Fall/Winter?
7 unhurried Yin practices for embodied knowledge with Cat Doyle, E-RYT-500 (recorded and yours forever!)
3 rock solid sequences for the Fall and Winter seasons you can use in your own classes or practice
Access to my extensive essential oil collection
Essential Oil blending and safety principles
Aromatic and topical use of essential oils best used during the Fall/Winter
3 Make-and-Take (you’ll make it!) Essential Oil products to use for yourself or in classes
Practice implementing your new knowledge in a supportive group
Customized workbook created specifically for this training
Resources for further study and home practice
2 delicious and nutritious (gluten-free and vegetarian) lunches during the weekend
Imagine creating an experience that indulges the senses with essential oils that pair perfectly with your customized yin sequence.
What my students say:
“An essential part of my weekly routine is Cat’s Aromatherapy class. She sets the mood for a relaxing and receiving practice and her strong knowledge of essential oils and mini massages makes this one of my favourite classes!”
“Cat puts so much thought and brings so much knowledge to every practice. Her themes, sequences, variety and crystal clear cues make every practice just what I need and educational at the same time. She is a gem!”
“Cat is an incredibly warm, welcoming and inclusive instructor. As a newcomer to yoga, I felt comfortable and supported through the Yin + Aroma practice. I will certainly be going back to Cat’s classes for more essential oil tips!”
Want in?
Friday October 4 6:30 - 9PM (online)
Saturday October 5 10AM - 6PM (in person)
Sunday October 6 10AM - 6PM (in person)
Registration
EARLY BIRD: SAVE 15% before September 4: $497
After September 4: $579
*BIPOC Scholarships available, please inquire for details
“The Yin + Aroma training was like a mini retreat and workshop all in one. Deep learning and practice of yin yoga and essential oils in a beautiful, welcoming space with great food.”
Location Details
Friday online session will take place via Zoom.
In person sessions take place at Unroll the Mat studio in the Lucerne Nord area of Gatineau, QC.
A delicious vegetarian, gluten-free lunch is provided both Saturday and Sunday.
Modules
Anatomy + physiology related to Yin yoga
Meridian theory & Five Element theory (Chinese Medicine) + energetic anatomy (Chakras, Nadis)
Yin postures, practice and sequencing focusing on the upper body
Essential oil science and blending
Modifications and skillful use of props
Mindfulness meditations
This program is for you if you are:
A passionate yoga teacher who wants to offer more variety in your classes
A dedicated student who loves to understand the whys behind your practice
Lacking self-care and need tools and motivation to fill your cup
“As a student who just wants to broaden my own personal knowledge of yin yoga and aroma/ essential oils, this weekend course is so worthwhile. Cat is an amazing instructor and is authentic in her teaching approach. I encourage anyone who is interested in yin yoga, to try Cat’s Yin/Aroma course. You won’t regret it.”
Resources
Required Reading:
The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga - Bernie Clark
Recommended Reading:
The Language of Yin: Yoga Themes, Sequences and Inspiration to Bring Your Class to Life and Life to Your Class - Gabrielle Harris
Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art - James Nestor
Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine - Efrem Korngold and Harriet Beinfield
Your Body, Your Yoga - Bernie Clark
FAQ
Do I need to be a yoga teacher?
Definitely not! You will deepen your awareness and understanding of Yin and essential oils and be able to enhance your own practice. I will guide you in what you need to know.
How many CEUs?
You will receive 25 hours of continuing educations units if you are a yoga teacher registered with Yoga Alliance. I am registered as a Continuing Education Provider.
How much Yin experience do I need?
You would benefit from having practiced Yin regularly for at least six months.
I’m a busy person. How much out of class time is required?
There will be a few hours work on your own - reading, designing a sequence and practicing. You will be given many resources to explore Yin and essential oils more in depth, if you’d like to explore more.
What if I’m injured?
This is more common than you may realize! One of the benefits of taking a training is to learn how to modify your practice with props or variations of poses. We will be able to work with your injury.
How many breaks will we get?
We will have a 15 minute break during our online session on Friday. For Saturday and Sunday, we will have a one hour lunch break and a couple of shorter breaks through the day.
“I appreciate Cat’s vast knowledge of anatomy and physiology as well learning more about essential oils and how to integrate them into a yin yoga practice. We had a wonderful weekend exploring the practice of Yin Yoga together and making our own essential oil blends to take home. I highly recommend Cat’s workshops and trainings, she always far exceeds my expectations and infuses each day with incredible knowledge, skill and pure passion for the practices. Thank you so much Cat!”
Still have questions?
Book a 20 minute call with Cat to get answers!
Past Trainings as Lead Trainer
May 2023 — Advanced Yin @ PranaShanti
Spring 2023 — Yin + Aroma Training @ Unroll the Mat
Fall 2022 — Hands-on Enhancements @ PranaShanti
Fall 2022 — 25 hour Yin + Aroma Training @ Unroll the Mat
Summer 2022 — 200 hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training @ PranaShanti
March 2022 — 25 hour Advanced Yin Training @ PranaShanti
Fall 2021 — 25 hour Yin + Aroma Training @ Unroll the Mat
Summer 2021 — 200 hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training @ PranaShanti
Fall 2020/Winter 2021 — 100 hour Hatha Yoga Training Livestream @ PranaShanti
Summer 2020 — 200 hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Livestream @ PranaShanti
Winter 2020 — 25 hour Hot Yoga Training @ PranaShanti
Fall 2019 — Yin + Aromatherapy Training @ Unroll the Mat
Spring 2019 — 32 hour Yin Yoga Training @ Unroll the Mat
Fall 2018/Winter 2019 — 225 hour Yoga Teacher Training @ Iron North Studio
Fall 2016 — 25 hour Hot Yoga Intensive @ PranaShanti
Fall 2015 — 25 hour Hot Yoga Teacher Training @ PranaShanti
“Cat’s Aromatherapy class is such a dream. Her knowledge about yoga and essential oils shines through in every class and her kind light-hearted nature helps to make all of her classes a positive and enjoyable experience.”