Family Passages - Online courses

Understanding Pelvic Floor Health

(1.5 BCRPA)

We all know the pelvic floor muscles are compromised during pregnancy & delivery. What most people don’t realize is that nutrition and inflammation can play a big role. Learn effective exercises, release techniques, breath work and nutrition tips to help your clients achieve optimal pelvic floor health.

Fee: $30.00 (+ 12% hst) Pre-order - course available Aug 15th

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Healing the Postpartum Body

(1.5 BCRPA)

Many new Mom's experience common postpartum symptoms that may interfere with their ability to feel good and look good. Abdominal separation, incontinence, belly bulging, low back and pelvic pain are just a few of the things postpartum women suffer with. Learn simple and highly effective exercises that will easily integrate into your classes and client sessions to help Moms discover a renewed sense of strength and confidence.

Fee: $30.00 (+ 12% hst) Pre-order - course available Aug 15th

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Yoga for Fertility Teacher Training
(14 BCRPA/ 4 Can Fit Pro/12 AFLCA)

Yoga for fertility is a unique form of yoga designed to prepare the body, mind and spirit for new life. This course provides you with guided meditations to read, supportive language to use and specially selected yoga poses to open the pelvis and stimulate the energy channels associated with reproduction. You will learn techniques to help your participant’s calm anxiety and let go of negative thinking as they discover new ways to become fertile and powerful in all areas of their life.

NOTE: The online version of this course is not be appropriate for everyone. Please contact us to book a free phone consult with Sue Dumais to discuss the online process to determine whether it is suitable for you.

Pre-requisite: a strong foundation of previous yoga training is a must.

You will learn:
• About fertility in today’s society
• About the relationship between stress & fertility
• The effects of fertility challenges on relationships,

work and social considerations
• What to say, what not to say to your fertility

clients
• About the menstrual cycle including ovulation,

charting and emotional considerations
• How to provide physical & emotional support

through the monthly menstrual cycle, artificial

reproductive techniques and miscarriage
• Effective mind body techniques to help your clients

create a sense of calm throughout their fertility

journey
• Provide & explore various forms of meditation

including written journeys & poems for fertility
• Learn & understand the benefits of yoga for fertility
• Learn yoga poses specifically designed

to enhance fertility and reduce anxiety
• Learn to use sample programs and outlines to

begin your own yoga for fertility class

• Learn about special considerations and

modifications for clients having artificial

reproductive techniques

• Learn how to support couples by offering yoga for

fertility for couples class – group and private
• Establishing safety and trust with your participants
• How to create a sense of community and support

This is the 1st fertility yoga training in Canada. Sue Dumais has dedicated the last 5 years of her career developing her Yoga for Fertility classes and recently published her "Yoga for Fertility Handbook". Sue is the Vancouver Fertility Support Group chapter leader for the Infertility Awareness Association of Canada (IAAC). She has worked closely with several Reproductive Specialists to ensure her classes are safe and include modifications for artificial reproductive treatments. Sue believes that every women can be a mother. She encourages them to listen to their own inner guidance and follow the path that will help them bring their child home. Sue has created this course because she is passionate about supporting women and couples through fertility worldwide. She is inviting warm, loving and compassionate instructors to help spread the support by training and offering Yoga for Fertility classes in their area.

Online course includes:

- 42 page pdf training manual with photos and descriptions of fertility yoga poses and voice guided journeys

- copy of Sue Dumais' Yoga for Fertility Handbook

- 2 one hour voice guided Yoga for Fertility audio classes (listen online or download to your Ipod or mp3 player)

- 2 phone coaching sessions with Sue Dumais (includes practical evaluation)

- unlimited email support for duration of the course

- self reflection essay and assignment

- Certificate of Completion

Fee: ~~$495~~ Sale until Aug 15th $395 (+ 12% hst)

Click here to register or contact us to register by phone.

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Pre & Post Natal Fitness Theory

- Part 1 Certification
(8 BCRPA/8 AFLCA/4 Can Fit Pro)

This certification is designed to prepare both fitness professionals and other healthcare providers (chiropractors, physiotherapists, massage therapists etc.) to work with the pre/post natal population on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level.

Course Objectives:
   • Pre & Post Natal Exercise guidelines
   • Par Med X for Pregnancy considerations
   • Relative and absolute contraindications for exercise during

pregnancy
• Current core and pelvic floor training methods for pregnancy

and postpartum
• Current research for treatment/prevention of diastasis recti

     (separation of the abdominals)
   • Postural assessment and correction
   • Pre and post natal symptoms to consider when training
   • Nutritional guidelines
   • Functional exercises and mind-body techniques

to prepare labour and delivery
• Functional exercises and using mind-body awareness to

improve strength and flexibility
• To provide positive and encouraging support (emotionally and

physically)

The following 4 online courses are required to complete Part 1 of Pre & Post Natal Fitness certification.

Pregnancy, Posture and Exercise
Core Training for Pregnancy
Training for Delivery
Weight Loss after Pregnancy

The 8 hours of theory can be completed online at your convenience.

*Can Fit Pro credits are available for each individual course.

Fee: ~~$172.00~~ Sale until Aug 15th $137 (+ 12% hst)

(Part 1 includes a copy of Sue Dumais's book A Strong Core for Life)

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Pre & Post Natal Fitness Practical Day

- Part 2 Certification

(6 BCRPA/4 Can Fit Pro/6 AFLCA)

To complete the online certification process you are required to watch approximately 5 hours of video of the practical course taught by Sue Dumais. You must submit a video showing your ability to apply specific skills in a group class or one-on-one setting (core and postural assessments, case scenario etc). Upon successful completion of a practical and written evaluation you will receive a certificate as a certified Pre & Post Natal Fitness Consultant.

Pre-requisite: Pre & Post Natal Fitness Theory or equivalent

Online course includes:

Pre & Post Natal Fitness Online Course Handouts (can be printed for offline study)
Online video of the live course demonstrating the practical skills, assessments and sample prenatal group class featuring Sue Dumais
Certificate of Attendance from Douglas College and Family Passages showing your CEC credits
Final exam to be completed and returned by mail with your video showing your practical skills (must submit within 45 days from date of registration)
Pre & Post Natal Fitness Consultant certificate
Email or phone support from Sue Dumais should you have any questions about the course materials (appointment needed for phone support)
Receipt of tuition payment from Douglas College to be used as a write off on your income tax form
Scope of Practice Handout

Fee: $175.00 (includes online video of live course, course materials, written exam and assignment) Now Available!

Click here to register through Douglas College.

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Pregnancy, Posture and Exercise
(2 BCRPA/1 Can Fit Pro/2 AFLCA)

Exercising during pregnancy is a great way for your clients to increase their physical comfort and stay healthy and confident. This workshop will provide you with the foundation to create safe and effective programs for your clients and participants.

You will learn:
-The benefits of physical activity for pregnant clients
-To create a safe and supportive environment for training
-Physiological changes in the body during pregnancy
-Exercise guidelines for pregnancy including contraindications
-Nutritional guidelines for pregnant clients
-How pregnancy affects posture
-To assess posture using a posture screening checklist
-To correct unhealthy posture and improve it through exercise

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Childbirth is a life altering experience for women. It calls forth their physical, emotional, mental and spiritual bodies to work together intricately. In the end, it does not matter how a woman gives birth, what is important is her feelings and perspective on the experience. As fitness professionals you have a unique opportunity to support women in preparing for labour and delivery. This course will give you the skills to incorporate breath awareness, emotional support, and relaxation techniques into your physical training programs. The more integrated the practice, the more tools and skills a woman will have as labour progresses.

You will learn:
-To prepare pregnant clients for labour and delivery
-To define each stage of labour
-To incorporate labour positions in physical training programs
-About each labour position including benefits, recommended

exercises & stretches (includes precautions)
-Breathing, relaxation and meditation techniques
-How to promote positive thinking
-An integrated approach by training the body, mind and spirit for

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Many women become concerned about losing weight immediately after the birth of their baby. There are many things to consider when designing a weight loss plan for postpartum clients. In this workshop you will learn to assess different factors that affect weight loss in the postpartum period. Every woman's pregnancy, childbirth experience and healing process is different. The tools and information in this workshop will help you customize a weight loss approach that meets the unique needs of each client.

You will learn:
-A healthy approach to weight loss after pregnancy
-How the body changes and heals after childbirth
-To develop an effective exercise program for postpartum clients
-Healthy eating and nutrition tips for new moms
-To conduct a postpartum health assessment
-To implement a complete weight loss plan that meets the unique

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Whether you are working with a client, who recently had a baby, is pregnant, or thinking of having a baby, this workshop is for you. Find out how to prevent and/or repair the separation of the abdominal muscle (Diastasis Recti). Learn how to achieve maximum core strength in preparation for pregnancy and find out what exercises are safe and effective during and after this incredible event.

Included in the workshop:
-The book “A Strong Core for Life” written by Sue Dumais will be

mailed to you
-A special section dedicated to women’s health including fertility

and pre/post natal
-More than 250 photos of deep core and abdominal exercises to

-additional online chapters with current research on Diastasis Recti, finding the best core cue and more
-Convenient online exam for fast and easy CEC credits
-Receive your certificate of completion with your CEC credits

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Did you know that 1 in 6 couples are struggling with fertility issues? This course will teach you about the emotional and physical challenges women face as they deal with fertility. Discover how to provide a feeling of safety to clients who have been dealing with this issue in isolation. Learn what exercises can enhance fertility and what things to avoid as you help your clients become fit and fertile.

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There is nothing more challenging then trying to help a client isolate their core. It sounds so simple, but for most individuals it takes a lot of effort to activate the deep core muscles. This course focuses on pelvic and low back stability by exploring the muscles of the deep core. It will provide you with some tools and tricks to help your clients isolate and activate their core effectively.

Included in the workshop:
-The book “A Strong Core for Life” written by Sue Dumais will be

choose from
-Convenient online exam for fast and easy CEC credits
-Receive your certificate of completion with your CEC credits

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Many fitness professionals and instructors are passionate about helping others but struggle to find a balance between work and finances. It can be difficult to stay inspired when you live paycheque to paycheque.

Are you tired of worrying about money and finances?
Do you want to learn how to attract and allow prosperity and abundance into your life?

~how your finances affect your health and wellbeing
~how to transform limiting beliefs about money and finances
~ways to maximize your earnings and create residual income
~how to apply the Law of Attraction and the Law of Prosperity to
strengthen your belief in your ability to achieve financial success

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Wired & Tired:
Implementing a Stress Management Program for Clients
(2 BCRPA/2 AFLCA)

Today, people are busier then ever. Individuals are bombarded with more information then they can process and juggling so many responsibilities. People are moving through their lives at very high speeds and they are failing to notice the warning signals their bodies are sending them to slow down.

As fitness professionals, it is extremely beneficial for you to understand the impact that stress has on your clients. When you understand the factors that are causing their stress you can equip them with new tools to help them feel more calm and balanced in their lives.

You will learn:
-Learn to define stress
-Discover the physiology of stress
-Find out about the relationship between adrenaline and stress
-Understand the stages of stress
-Recognize symptoms of stress
-Identify techniques to help clients reduce stress
-Learn to create a stress management program for your clients

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A workshop for midwives, doulas and childbirth educators on the traditional Chinese medicine techniques of Moxibustion and Acupressure to facilitate natural birth and postpartum recovery. Research in nursing journals demonstrates that acupressure is a safe and effective method of providing pain relief in labour. This is a practice hands on workshop designed to empower practitioners with the confidence to both use these techniques with confidence in their practice and be able to teach support people the practical use of acupressure and Moxibustion.