VALOR Specialized Session Virtual Training - The Benefits of Yoga for Law Enforcement Starting on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. ET

Event Information

Because funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), there is no cost to attend this event.

Sponsored by

• Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)

Overview

This presentation is designed to promote officer health and wellness by introducing yoga and mindfulness as practical tools for managing the unique challenges faced by law enforcement professionals. For first responders, trauma is inevitable; however, how you take care of yourself can change. This change is imperative to rewrite the alarming statistics surrounding officer suicide. Yoga isn’t just about stretching or touching your toes. It is a scientific, research-backed method for reducing the long-term effects of repeated trauma and prolonged exposure to stress. Mindfulness, when integrated through movement and breath work, can increase performance under pressure, compassion in the field, clear-minded focus, steadfast resilience, strength, and rest. In addition, mindfulness promotes better decision-making and improves performance at work and at home.

Training will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., ET.

Certificate of attendance for 2 hours available

Accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please contact the web event coordinators for further information.