Trauma-Sensitive Yoga
10-weekly group sessions for reservists, and for their partners, family and close ones
A structured weekly practice for people affected by military service and the ongoing war. Through accessible movement, breathing, grounding and rest, we will explore ways to reconnect with the body and support nervous-system regulation.
The next groups begin in November 2026.
Program Information
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Program: 10 weekly yoga practices
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Meeting length: 60 minutes
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Possible times: Sundays or Wednesdays, 18:00-19:00
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Groups: One group for reservists and a separate group for their partners, family and close ones
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Location: Triinu Yoga Studio, Herzliya Pituach
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Group size: 5-10 participants in each group
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Language: Hebrew by default, with the possibility of English or bilingual instruction
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Cost: 400 NIS for the complete 10-week program
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Registration: Health and intake form followed by a private 20-minute introductory call
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Parking: Free street parking
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Contact: triinuyoga@gmail.com
The meeting day for each group will be confirmed according to registration and availability. The exact studio address and detailed arrival instructions will be provided after the introductory call.
Who Are the Groups For?
Group for Reservists
This group is intended for:
• Reservists
• People who have recently completed reserve duty
• People currently serving
• People experiencing ongoing stress or possible post-traumatic symptoms related to their military service or the war
Group for Partners, Family and Close Ones
This separate group is intended for:
• Spouses and partners of reservists
• Spouses, partners, family members and close people of someone living with PTSD
• People carrying increased family and practical responsibilities during reserve duty
• Partners experiencing ongoing stress, worry, exhaustion or nervous-system overload related to the effects of military service on their family
You do not need an official PTSD diagnosis to express interest in either group.
The groups may be relevant if you experience:
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Difficulty relaxing or slowing down
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Heightened alertness or restlessness
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Feeling disconnected from your body
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Difficulty moving between activity and rest
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Ongoing physical tension
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Sleep difficulties
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A sense that your body remains “on duty,” even when the immediate demand has passed
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Difficulties to connect back to the every day life after reserve duty
What Is Trauma-Sensitive Yoga?
Trauma-sensitive yoga combines accessible yoga practices with an understanding of how stress and trauma may affect the body and nervous system. Instead of focusing on achieving a particular posture, the practice emphasizes noticing, choice and personal experience.
The intention is not to force relaxation or make difficult feelings disappear or practice crazy yoga poses. It is to create opportunities to experience support, make choices and gradually develop a more trusting relationship with the body.
Trauma-sensitive yoga can complement psychological, psychiatric or medical care, but it is not a replacement for these forms of treatment.
You may explore:
Movement and Breath
Accessible movement and breath awareness, without requiring a particular breathing pattern.
Grounding and Support
Contact with the floor, wall or chair, and different forms of physical support.
Rest and Awareness
Rest, and gentle awareness of sensations in the body.
What Happens During a Meeting?
Each meeting follows a clear and generally consistent structure. At the beginning of the class, I will explain what we are going to do.
A meeting may include:
• Orienting to the room and the present moment
• Simple grounding practices
• Accessible movements while lying down, sitting or standing
• Exploring contact with the floor, wall, chair or other forms of support
• Breath awareness, without requiring a particular breathing pattern
• Opportunities to notice physical sensations
• A gradual transition towards rest
• A clear ending before leaving the room
The practice is not designed as a physically demanding yoga workout. Movements will be adaptable, and alternatives will be offered based on your choice and abilities.
You Remain in Control
Choice is an important part of trauma-sensitive yoga. During the meetings:
• You may choose whether or not to do a movement.
• You may change your position or move differently.
• You may pause or rest.
• You may keep your eyes open.
• You will not be asked to describe your traumatic experiences.
• There will be no pressure to share personal information.
• There will be no unexpected physical contact or hands-on correction.
• You do not need to be flexible or experienced in yoga.
• You may ask questions before the program or during the process.
"There is no correct way to feel during the practice. You are invited to notice your own experience and make choices based on what you sense."
Every practice is an invitation.
Why a 10-Week Program?
Predictability and continuity can be especially important when the nervous system has been under prolonged stress.
The program consists of the same small group meeting once a week for 10 weeks. The gradual structure allows participants to become familiar with the setting, the practice and one another without needing to start again each week.
Registration involves a commitment to the complete 10-week program. If you cannot attend a particular meeting, please let me know in advance whenever possible.
What Should I Bring?
Please wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move and breathe easily.
If you have your own yoga mat, please bring it. If you do not have one, the studio supplies.
The studio provides all other equipment required for the practice. You do not need to purchase any special equipment.
Free street parking is available near the studio.
How Does Registration Work?
Five steps and no surprises. You can stop at any point before step 4. Payment is only requested once we have both agreed the group is right for you.
1. Send an Expression of Interest
Complete the registration form below or email triinuyoga@gmail.com.
Please tell me which group you are interested in and your preferred meeting time.
Registration begins with an expression of interest and does not require immediate payment.
2. Complete the Health and Intake Form
I will contact you by WhatsApp and send you a confidential health and intake form. It includes relevant questions about your health, current needs, and anything that may help me make the practice more appropriate for you. It takes up to 5 minutes to fill it in.
3. Have a Private Introductory Call
We will arrange a private 20-minute telephone or video call.
During the call:
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I will introduce myself and the program. I will explain what happens during the meetings.
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We will briefly review relevant health information.
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We will discuss what you are looking for from the program. You can ask any questions.
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We will consider together whether the group setting is appropriate for you if needed. In some cases, I may recommend beginning with individual 1:1 sessions rather than joining the group, if this appears more appropriate for your current needs.
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You will receive the studio address and arrival information.
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You will not be asked to tell your trauma story or disclose personal experiences in detail.
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The call is not a diagnostic or therapeutic assessment.
4. Group Confirmation and Policy Acceptance
Once the relevant group and its meeting day have been confirmed, you will be invited to complete your registration:
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Read the Group Policy on this page
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Make sure that you understand and accept the policy. The payment itself gives the confirmation of the policy
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Pay the full program fee by website or directly to Triinu
Registration is confirmed only after you accept the policy and we receive full payment.
5. Program Begins
Before the program begins, you will receive the complete list of 10 meeting dates and confirmation of your group and its weekly meeting time.
No payment is requested until step 4, after we have both agreed that the group is right for you.
About Me
Triinu Magi
I am a yoga therapist and yoga teacher. My work focuses on using movement, breathing, grounding, and physical support to help people find pain relief, reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and support a balanced nervous system.
My professional training and experience include:
• Completion of a certified trauma-sensitive yoga training course with Michal Yarkoni, founder of the Makom Shaket approach.
• Certification in yoga therapy for orthopedic conditions
• Experience providing yoga therapy in the Orthopedic Rehabilitation Department at Sheba Medical Center
• Training and practicing in somatic yoga therapy
• Experience working individually and with small groups
• Certification in Thai Yoga Massage
I work in a practical and respectful way. You will not be expected to perform, expose personal experiences, or respond in a particular way. My role is to provide a clear structure, offer possibilities, and support each participant in making their own choices and path.
Frequently Asked Questions
Starting something new can bring up questions, especially when it involves your body, your time and your trust. Here you'll find clear answers about the groups, the practice and registration. If something is still unclear, you're welcome to write to me or ask during our introductory call.
Register Your Interest
You do not need to make an immediate commitment. You can submit an expression of interest, complete the health and intake form, and speak with me privately before deciding whether the group feels appropriate for you. There is no payment at this stage.
Prefer email? Write to triinuyoga@gmail.com