Cultivating Intimacy

Cultivating Intimacy is a self-paced, fully online yoga and wellness training from My Vinyasa Practice designed to help yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and individuals deepen their understanding of connection, trust, and authentic relationship. Worth 10 CEUs through Yoga Alliance, this course blends yogic philosophy, trauma-informed care, and modern psychology to explore how intimacy is built through emotional safety, energetic presence, and embodied awareness. You’ll learn how the nervous system shapes our capacity for closeness, how breathwork and movement can foster inner safety, and how boundaries, consent, and self-inquiry support healthier relationships—both personal and professional. Whether you’re supporting others or on your own journey of emotional healing, Cultivating Intimacy offers a compassionate, evidence-informed framework to foster deeper connection with yourself and those around you.

Why Train with My Vinyasa Practice?

Grounded in accessibility and inclusion, My Vinyasa Practice’s Adaptive Yoga Certification equips you to share the transformative benefits of yoga with every body and every ability. Led by Michelle Young, C-IAYT, this Yoga Alliance accredited, self-paced online training combines a trauma-informed yoga curriculum  with expert guidance and a welcoming global community. You’ll gain the essential skills and confidence to deliver truly inclusive yoga for everybody, creating accessible yoga practices that honor the unique needs of all students. 

✅ Yoga Alliance Approved
✅ Lifetime Access & Ongoing Support

Why Choose Our Cultivating Intimacy Course?

Begin your journey toward deeper connection and embodied presence with Cultivating Intimacy, a flexible, self-paced online training accredited by Yoga Alliance and open to students worldwide. This course offers 10 CEUs and is designed for yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and anyone seeking to nurture meaningful relationships through the lens of yogic philosophy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed yoga

Maya Ramirez

This course was so much more than I expected. It helped me reconnect with my own emotional needs and build healthier boundaries in my relationships. The tools for nervous system regulation were a game-changer—both in my personal life and in my work as a coach.

Keith Ferrier

I took Cultivating Intimacy hoping to become a better communicator in my marriage, and it absolutely delivered. The course helped me understand the connection between embodiment and emotional safety, and I feel more grounded and open in all my relationships.

Alina Schriver

What I loved most was how trauma-informed and inclusive this course felt. It created space for deep personal insight while offering practical tools for fostering connection and presence. I’ll be integrating what I learned into my yoga classes and private sessions immediately.

What Sets My Vinyasa Practice Apart?

My Vinyasa Practice goes beyond certification. Our students are guided by experienced mentors, supported by a heart-led community, and trained through an inclusive, trauma-informed lens, with a focus on the subtle bodies of yoga. With lifetime access and real-time feedback, you’re never on your journey alone.

Cultivating Intimacy

Cultivating Intimacy is a self-paced, fully online yoga and wellness training from My Vinyasa Practice designed to help yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and individuals deepen their understanding of connection, trust, and authentic relationship. Worth 10 CEUs through Yoga Alliance, this course blends yogic philosophy, trauma-informed care, and modern psychology to explore how intimacy is built through emotional safety, energetic presence, and embodied awareness. 

Why Train with My Vinyasa Practice?

Grounded in accessibility and inclusion, My Vinyasa Practice’s Adaptive Yoga Certification equips you to share the transformative benefits of yoga with every body and every ability. Led by Michelle Young, C-IAYT, this Yoga Alliance accredited, self-paced online training combines a trauma-informed yoga curriculum  with expert guidance and a welcoming global community. 

✅ Yoga Alliance Approved
✅ Lifetime Access & Ongoing Support

What You'll Learn

My Vinyasa Practice teaches traditional yogic principles and history, and offers the most authentic yoga teacher training available.
  • Self-awareness
  • Effective communication skills
  • PIES
  • Trauma and intimacy
  • Indirect association
  • Vulnerability & Emotional Intelligence
  • Self-Compassion

What You'll Learn

My Vinyasa Practice teaches traditional yogic principles and history,
and offers the most authentic yoga teacher training available. 
  • Self-awareness
  • Effective communication skills
  • PIES
  • Trauma and intimacy
  • Indirect association
  • Vulnerability and emotional intelligence
  • Tools and strategies
  • Application of compassion

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Deepen Your Relationships with Our Cultivating Intimacy Course

Strengthen your capacity for closeness and vulnerability in our Cultivating Intimacy Online Course—a transformative program designed to help individuals and couples explore emotional, physical, and energetic connection through mindful practices. This self-paced course blends yogic philosophy, somatic healing, communication techniques, and trauma-informed frameworks to support the development of healthy, conscious intimacy.

Ideal for yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and anyone seeking to foster deeper relationships, the course offers guided exercises, reflection prompts, and practical tools for connection and growth. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your romantic partnership or expand emotional depth in all areas of your life, this course empowers you to open the heart, hold space for vulnerability, and cultivate sacred intimacy with self and others.

Enroll in our Cultivating Intimacy Online Course and earn 10 CEUs with Yoga Alliance today. Join us to take the first step toward more authentic, connected, and fulfilling relationships.
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Cultivating Intimacy

Accredited with Yoga Alliance

This training accounts for 10 CEUs.

Course Type

Continuing Education Course

Course Style

Self-paced & remote

Learners

Join a community of 60.000+ international students

Support

Live Support during business hours with various weekly live calls

Course Details

  • Min. 2 weeks
  • Prerecorded Lectures
  • Ebooks
  • 1:1 Support
  • Mentorship

Materials Needed

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Maya R.

This course was so much more than I expected. It helped me reconnect with my own emotional needs and build healthier boundaries in my relationships. The tools for nervous system regulation were a game-changer—both in my personal life and in my work as a coach.

Keith F.

I took Cultivating Intimacy hoping to become a better communicator in my marriage, and it absolutely delivered. The course helped me understand the connection between embodiment and emotional safety, and I feel more grounded and open in all my relationships.

Alina S.

What I loved most was how trauma-informed and inclusive this course felt. It created space for deep personal insight while offering practical tools for fostering connection and presence. I’ll be integrating what I learned into my yoga classes and private sessions immediately.

Our Teachers

The entire program is guided by Michelle Young, a certified Yoga Therapist specializing in Cardiac, Cancer, Eating Recovery, & Behavioral Health. Michelle is supported by  Tara Cleven E-RYT 500/C-IAYT and Maire McGlasson E-RYT 500.

Flexible Training

Register anytime and work at your own pace. All required texts are included in electronic format. Students will receive access to pre-recorded video lectures, asana practices with Michelle, written content, as well as PDF downloads to support your learning experience. 

Personalized Training

Unlock your potential with MVP's personalized online courses and trainings. Our expert instructors provide one-on-one guidance, tailored to your unique learning style and goals. Experience a transformative journey with customized content and exceptional results.
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LEARN HOW TO CULTIVATE INTIMACY

Are you ready to deepen your connections and cultivate meaningful intimacy in your life? Our Cultivating Intimacy course is designed to guide you through the powerful process of fostering intimacy with yourself and others. By exploring vulnerability, self-awareness, and authentic communication, you’ll gain the tools to build deeper, more fulfilling relationships. Whether you're seeking to strengthen your connection with a partner, friends, or yourself, this course will empower you to create trust, understanding, and emotional closeness. Through practical exercises, personal reflection, and guided insights, you'll develop the skills to nurture intimacy in all aspects of your life, fostering deeper connections and a more profound sense of belonging.This online training is approved for 10 CEUs through Yoga Alliance, allowing you to deepen your practice and further personal exploration.
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WHY CULTIVATE INTIMACY?

Ready to transform your life and deepen your connection to yourself and others? Cultivating Intimacy is a transformative course designed to help you foster true intimacy—starting with yourself. By exploring vulnerability, self-compassion, and authentic communication, you’ll gain the tools to build deeper, more meaningful relationships in all areas of your life. Whether you're seeking to strengthen your connection with a partner, friends, or your own inner world, this course will guide you through the process of creating emotional closeness, trust, and understanding. With practical exercises, personal reflection, and insightful guidance, you’ll learn to navigate the complexities of intimacy with confidence and authenticity, enriching your relationships and embracing a deeper sense of connection and fulfillment.
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Our students love MVP's approach to learning

"This course has completely transformed the way I approach relationships. I’ve learned how to be vulnerable with myself and others, and it has brought a depth of connection I never thought possible. Thank you for offering this course!"
Rachel R.
"Cultivating Intimacy helped me reconnect with my true self. The insights and practices I gained have allowed me to approach intimacy with more authenticity and openness, both in my personal life and my relationships."
Alecia T.
"Before this course, I struggled with truly understanding intimacy. Now, I’m able to foster deeper, more meaningful connections by embracing vulnerability and trust. It’s been a game-changer for me."
James W.
"The tools and practices I learned in this course have helped me build stronger, more authentic relationships. I now understand how to create emotional safety and intimacy with myself and the people I care about."
Maura R.

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Our Teachers

The entire program is guided by Michelle Young, a certified Yoga Therapist specializing in Cardiac, Cancer, Eating Recovery, & Behavioral Health. Michelle is supported by Tara Cleven E-RYT 500/C-IAYT.

Flexible Training

Register anytime and work at your own pace. All required texts are included in electronic format. Students will receive access to pre-recorded video lectures, asana practices with Michelle, written content, as well as PDF downloads to support your learning experience. 

Personalized Coaching

Unlock your potential with MVP's personalized online courses and trainings. Our expert instructors provide one-on-one guidance, tailored to your unique learning style and goals. Experience a transformative journey with customized content and exceptional results.
Take your learning with you - anywhere, anytime.

Download The
MVP School App

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