A training dedicated to Restorative Yoga — passive practices with props, for deep regeneration of the body and nervous system.
Over 30 hours, participants learn to create and lead safe restorative practices, with props and guided relaxation.
Who this training is for
Yoga Teachers and Instructors
Who want to add restorative yoga to their classes and lead it with skill.
Therapists and Wellbeing Professionals
Looking for a deep tool for recovery and nervous system regulation.
Experienced Practitioners
Seeking deep rest and recovery from stress and fatigue.
Objectives
Understand the principles of Restorative Yoga and regeneration
Master the use of props: bolsters, blocks, blankets and straps
Learn to align and adapt restorative postures
Conduzir relaxamentos guiados eficazes
Build complete restorative sequences and classes
How it works
Training Methodology
Video Lessons
Learn at your own pace and schedule. Study whenever and wherever you like, with 4 months of access.
PDF Materials
A list of restorative postures, prop setups and complementary PDF materials.
Ongoing Support
Questions answered by email and private group. Carla is available throughout the whole training process.
Assessment and Certification
Formative assessments throughout the course and a final exam. Certification recognised by Yoga Alliance, DGERT and IPDJ.
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certification
With 30 hours of training, this course is internationally recognised and brings concrete benefits for your career and your Portuguese tax return (IRS).
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Certifications included
Yoga Alliance, DGERT, IPDJ and BeYoga — recognised for teaching, professional practice and personal development.
6
IPDJ Credits
For renewal of the Exercise Professional (TTEF) and Technical Director (DT) titles.
10h
YACEP Continuing Education
Counts towards maintaining your international Yoga Alliance certification.
30%
IRS Tax Deduction
DGERT certification lets you deduct 30% of training expenses — up to €800 per household.
programme
course structure
5 thematic units across 30 hours, with 4 months of access to study at your own pace.
Unit 1 — Restorative Yoga and Regeneration
What Restorative Yoga is
Relaxation and the nervous system
Relaxamento guiado
Relaxamento guiado
6H
Unit 2 — Props and Environment
Bolsters, blocks, blankets and straps
Creating the practice environment
Safety and comfort
Safety and comfort
6H
Unit 3 — Aligning and Adapting Postures
Alignment and adaptations
Essential restorative postures and their therapeutic effects
Variations by need
Variations by need
Variations by need
6H
Unit 4 — Nervous System and Relaxation
Physiological effects of relaxation
Breathing in restorative practice
Observing and supporting students
Observing and supporting students
Observing and supporting students
6H
Unit 5 — Sequences and Planning
Building restorative sequences
Planning complete classes
Practice and leading
6H
Final Assessment and Certification
Formative assessments throughout the course
Written exam with a minimum mark of 80% to pass
Submission of a complete practice video
Official certificate issued upon approval
final exam
E-RYT 500 · Yoga Alliance 2025 · 3,800+ teaching hours
Certified Teacher and Trainer
Carla Gonçalves
Founder · Director of Education · BeYoga School
Founder of BeYoga School, Carla Gonçalves is a Yoga Teacher and Teacher Trainer with more than 3,800 teaching hours recognised by Yoga Alliance.
Throughout the training she is available to answer any questions that arise. At any point in the course you can send your questions directly to the trainer.
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Support and Mentorship
During the course
Our teaching team is always available to support students throughout the journey, whatever questions arise.
By email and private group
Questions answered by email and through a private group. A welcoming, accessible learning environment.
After the training
The BeYoga certificate is recognised for teaching, professional practice and personal development — with ongoing support from the school.
"Join the next generation of conscious teachers, able to care with presence, ethics and sensitivity."
Carla Gonçalves — Founder and Director of Education, BeYoga School
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