Welcome to a Training That Supports the Journey through Pregnancy and into Motherhood

Pregnancy, postpartum, baby’s first year, and early toddlerhood bring the biggest changes. The Nurture Perinatal Yoga training prepares you to guide pregnant and postpartum clients through all of it with clarity, compassion, and confidence. You will learn how to teach prenatal yoga, baby yoga (newborns to 8 months), and tiny tots yoga (eight months to two years) in a way that encourages community, reassures new mamas that they’re not alone, and helps them find their inner confidence.

This training is designed for yoga teachers, yoga lovers, birth workers, pediatric and pelvic health professionals, moms-to-be, movement professionals, and all who are dedicated to supporting the perinatal period and early parenthood through movement, breath, and connection.

2026 Training Dates

Two four-day sessions
February 5 to 8
March 26 to 29
In person at Nurture at our West Nashville studio.

Who This Training Is For

• Experienced and aspiring yoga teachers

• Doulas, childbirth educators, and birth professionals

• Pediatric and pelvic floor specialists

• Nannies and early childhood professionals

• Movement instructors

• Anyone called to support parents and children in meaningful ways

What You Will Learn

Prenatal Yoga Foundations

• Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy

• Trimester considerations

• Contraindications and safety

• Posture, balance, and breath

• Sequencing and modifications

• How to support pregnant students in mixed level classes

Baby Yoga (Newborn to 8 Months)

• Developmental stages

• Infant communication and cues

• Baby massage basics

• Parent and baby bonding through movement

• Gentle poses, holds, and rhythm

• How to structure a baby and caregiver class

Tiny Tots Yoga (8 Months to 2 Years)

• Movement for crawlers, cruisers, and early walkers, and their grownup

• Early toddler development

• Play-based yoga

• Songs, props, and simple transitions

• Safety, pacing, and class flow

• How to engage both caregivers and children

Pelvic Floor Education

• Core and pelvic floor shifts in pregnancy and postpartum

• Breath mechanics

• Functional movement for everyday life

• Supportive and inclusive cueing

Teaching Skills

• Clear and compassionate language

• Trauma-aware teaching

• Hands-on assists when appropriate

• Class sequencing for all three populations

• How to manage energy, transitions, and classroom dynamics

Professional Prep

• How to structure and market classes

• Beginner friendly and inclusive teaching

• How to create a supportive atmosphere for caregivers

• Practical teaching practice and feedback

Training Format

Each four-day session includes lecture, practice, group discussion, and teaching time. Expect a blend of movement, observation, coaching, and real world application. Homework and practice teaching are included to help you integrate what you learn.

This is a Yoga Alliance-approved Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training. The training is 85 hours, including homework.

Your Instructors

Jennifer Derryberry Mann, eRYT500, RPYT, RES
Founder of Nurture Nashville and experienced prenatal, postpartum, and pelvic floor yoga teacher. Jenni brings 20 years of teaching experience, 10 years of teacher training leadership, and a heart for community to this program.

Guest Experts
A team of guest experts enrich the training with their dedication, knowledge, and insight. Our team includes expertise in childbirth education, pelvic floor physical therapy, labor & delivery care, and perinatal mental health and well-being.

What You Receive

• Certificate of completion

• Documentation for Yoga Alliance-registered teachers seeking their RPYT credential

• Continuing education hours

• Prenatal class templates

• Baby and toddler class outlines

• Sample sequences

• In-depth training manual

• Opportunities to shadow classes at Nurture

Why Train at Nurture

Established in 2014, Nurture Nashville Yoga is Nashville’s premier community for pregnancy and postpartum, with continuing support for self-care, pelvic health, and healthy aging. Our faculty brings deep knowledge, practical experience, and a warm, supportive teaching style. You will train in an environment that values evidence-based instruction, small-group learning, and compassionate community.

Tuition

$1650
Payment plans available.
Space is limited to keep the learning environment intimate.
Register here, or contact us to request more information.