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    WiggleBums
    Teacher Training Academy

    Train with us... Ready?

    A comprehensive, trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, meditation and kids life coaching teacher training, enabling you to empower children from 2 to 18 years, or guide adults through mindfulness and meditation.

    No experience needed
    Expert-led
    WIGGLEBUMS Accredited
    5⭐ on Google
    Teachers across the UK and worldwide
    Grab a Brochure
    Teacher and young girl practicing cobra pose together

    WiggleBums
    Teacher Training Academy

    Train with us... Ready?

    A comprehensive, trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, meditation and kids life coaching teacher training, enabling you to empower children from 2 to 18 years, or guide adults through mindfulness and meditation.

    No experience needed
    Expert-led
    WIGGLEBUMS Accredited
    5⭐ on Google
    Teachers across the UK and worldwide
    Get in touchGrab a Brochure
    Teacher and young girl practicing cobra pose together

    WiggleBums
    Teacher Training Academy

    Train with us... Ready?

    A comprehensive, trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, meditation and kids life coaching teacher training, enabling you to empower children from 2 to 18 years, or guide adults through mindfulness and meditation.

    No experience needed
    Expert-led
    WIGGLEBUMS Accredited
    5⭐ on Google
    Teachers across the UK and worldwide
    Brochure

    About WiggleBums

    About WiggleBums

    WiggleBums Training Academy is a trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, meditation and kids life coaching teacher training academy, empowering you to support children and teens aged 2 to 18 - and the adults who care for them.

    Together, we're helping to create happier, calmer, and more resilient children, one child at a time.

    A complete training template

    Each course is a complete training template for professionals. It includes everything you need to deliver high-quality training to parents, teachers or students, and can be adapted for the self, individuals, groups, as well as children and young people with additional needs.

    For everyone who supports children

    We are dedicated to empowering educators, parents, coaches, therapists, and wellbeing practitioners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to support children's emotional wellbeing and personal development.

    Expert-led, with everything included

    Through expert-led training in children's yoga, mindfulness, meditation, mindset, and wellbeing, students gain access to comprehensive resources, practical teaching tools, business support, and a thriving community of like-minded professionals.

    About WiggleBums

    WiggleBums Training Academy is a trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, meditation and kids life coaching teacher training academy, empowering you to support children and teens aged 2 to 18 - and the adults who care for them.

    Each course is a complete training template for professionals. It includes everything you need to deliver high-quality training to parents, teachers or students, and can be adapted for the self, individuals, groups, as well as children and young people with additional needs.

    We are dedicated to empowering educators, parents, coaches, therapists, and wellbeing practitioners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to support children's emotional wellbeing and personal development.

    Through expert-led training in children's yoga, mindfulness, meditation, mindset, and wellbeing, students gain access to comprehensive resources, practical teaching tools, business support, and a thriving community of like-minded professionals.

    Together, we're helping to create happier, calmer, and more resilient children, one child at a time.
    TRAUMA-INFORMED
    EVIDENCE-BASED
    LIFETIME ACCESS
    IN-HOUSE ACCREDITED
    TRAUMA-INFORMED
    EVIDENCE-BASED
    LIFETIME ACCESS
    IN-HOUSE ACCREDITED

    Our Teacher Trainings

    Teacher Training Academy

    Connect, Learn, and Teach

    Mindset Matters – Life Coaching for Kids
    Kids Yoga, Mindfulness & Sensory Play Teacher Training
    Teen Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training
    Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training
    Mindset Matters – Life Coaching for Kids
    Kids Yoga, Mindfulness & Sensory Play Teacher Training
    Teen Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training
    Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training
    🎉 NEW! Monthly payment plans just landed
    Single course£1,200 or £119/month
    Buy 2 courses£1,800 or £179/month

    Just £900 per course, saving £600

    🎉 NEW! Monthly payment plans just landed

    Single Course

    £1,200or £119/month

    Buy 2 Courses

    £1,800or £179/month

    just £900 per course, saving £600

    WINNER2023
    Best Kids Yoga Biz 2023 Award certificate

    Best Kids Yoga Biz

    Prestige Awards 2023

    Survived & thrived

    through the covid crisis

    BEST KIDS YOGA BIZ 2023

    A note from Trish...

    “PLUS I’m still super chuffed that we won Best Kids Yoga Biz for 2023. How cool is that, to see all our hard work and dedication over the last few years has paid off.”

    We almost lost our beautiful business due to the covid crisis but with pure resilience and the ability to adapt to new ways of working, we have not only survived but have thrived.

    We now have teachers all over the world, including America, Canada, Chile, Iceland, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Italy, China, Thailand, Australia and New Zealand, as well as in all the corners of the UK.

    United KingdomIrelandUnited StatesCanadaChileIcelandSpainPortugalItalyChinaThailandAustraliaNew Zealand

    If you are interested in training with us or would like to know how one of our teachers can come to your school or nursery, please get in touch.

    Patricia Maddalena

    Big Love, Trish x

    Patricia Maddalena · Founder

    Get in touch →
    Best Kids Yoga Biz 2023 Award certificate
    WINNER2023

    Award Winner

    Best Kids Yoga Biz 2023

    Survived & thrived through the covid crisis

    A note from Trish...

    PLUS I'm still super chuffed that we won Best Kids Yoga Biz for 2023. How cool is that, to see all our hard work and dedication over the last few years has paid off.

    We almost lost our beautiful business due to the covid crisis but with pure resilience and the ability to adapt to new ways of working, we have not only survived but have thrived.

    We now have teachers all over the world, including America, Canada, Chile, Iceland, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Italy, China, Thailand, Australia and New Zealand, as well as in all the corners of the UK. If you are interested in training with us or would like to know how one of our teachers can come to your school or nursery, please get in touch.

    Patricia Maddalena

    Big Love, Trish x

    Patricia Maddalena · Founder

    Welcome to WiggleBums

    Why choose this approach?

    Six reasons teachers choose WiggleBums

    A training that goes far beyond poses - giving you the skills, confidence and support to make a real difference.

    Children practicing tree pose together on a green mat
    Trauma-informed
    & child-centred
    01

    More Than Yoga

    Create lasting change that ripples into society. Develop expertise in children's yoga, mindfulness, meditation, emotional regulation, positive mindset, and wellbeing practices that help children thrive both emotionally and academically.

    02

    Build a purposeful and fulfilling Business / Career

    Whether you wish to enhance your current role, introduce wellbeing programmes into schools, create workshops, or establish your own children's wellbeing business, the academy provides practical guidance to help turn your passion into a rewarding profession.

    03

    Support Emotional Resilience and Mental Wellbeing

    Gain practical strategies to help children manage anxiety, build self-esteem, develop self-awareness, improve focus, and cultivate healthy coping mechanisms that can benefit them throughout their lives.

    04

    Learn trauma-informed, child-centred approaches

    Understand how children learn, process emotions, and respond to stress. The training incorporates mindfulness, emotional regulation, nervous system awareness, and inclusive practices that help children feel safe, supported, and empowered.

    05

    Create positive impact beyond the classroom

    The skills you develop can be used in schools, community settings, private practice, youth groups, family environments, and wellbeing programmes, allowing you to reach children, teenagers, parents, and educators alike.

    06

    Comprehensive resources and ongoing support

    Benefit from detailed manuals, lesson plans, class templates, activities, meditations, business guidance, and continued support from an experienced community of like-minded wellbeing professionals.

    Why choose this approach?

    Six reasons teachers choose WiggleBums

    Children practicing tree pose together on a green mat
    Trauma-informed
    & child-centred

    Create lasting change that ripples into society. Develop expertise in children's yoga, mindfulness, meditation, emotional regulation, positive mindset, and wellbeing practices that help children thrive both emotionally and academically.

    Our mission...

    To positively impact 5 million families every year by giving children the emotional tools they need before they reach crisis point.

    Picture the ripple effect we could create together.

    1

    Teacher

    One trained teacher.

    200

    Families / Month

    Two hundred families supported every month.

    2,100

    Teachers

    Multiply that across a community of 2,100 Trauma Informed Teachers, working in schools, communities and homes across the UK and beyond,

    5M

    Families / Year

    and together we'd reach over 5 million families a year.

    Because we believe prevention is better than cure.

    Our mission...

    To positively impact 5 million families every year by giving children the emotional tools they need before they reach crisis point.

    Picture the ripple effect we could create together.

    1Teacher

    One trained teacher.

    200Families / Month

    Two hundred families supported every month.

    2,100Teachers

    Multiply that across a community of 2,100 Trauma Informed Teachers, working in schools, communities and homes across the UK and beyond,

    5MFamilies / Year

    and together we'd reach over 5 million families a year.

    Because we believe prevention is better than cure.

    Where we are today

    Making ripples across
    15 countries

    WiggleBums trained teachers are already making ripples across these 15 countries and beyond.

    Countries with active WiggleBums teachers

    Active Teachers

    15 countries and counting

    United Kingdom
    Ireland
    United States
    Hawaii
    Canada
    Chile
    Iceland
    Spain
    Portugal
    Italy
    Greece
    China
    Thailand
    Australia
    New Zealand
    Our progress toward reaching 5 million families a year~15%

    Every new teacher moves this bar.

    Where we are today

    Making ripples across 15 countries

    15 countries and counting

    United KingdomIrelandUnited StatesHawaiiCanadaChileIcelandSpainPortugalItalyGreeceChinaThailandAustraliaNew Zealand

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    Our progress toward reaching 5 million families a year

    ~15%

    Imagine...

    It starts small. A single class. A single conversation. But it doesn't stay small for long.

    Imagine every teacher having practical tools that support children's emotional wellbeing alongside academic success.

    Imagine every family having access to someone in their local community who can help children thrive.

    A WORLD WHERE

    Imagine a world where every child grows up knowing how to:

    Understand their emotions
    Build confidence and resilience
    Calm their nervous system
    Challenge negative thinking
    Believe in themselves
    Ask for help without shame

    This isn't just another teacher training.

    It's a global movement.

    01

    A movement creating a generation of emotionally resilient children.

    02

    A movement empowering teachers, coaches, therapists and wellbeing practitioners to build meaningful businesses while changing lives.

    03

    A movement where every trained practitioner creates a ripple effect that reaches hundreds of children and families every year.

    Imagine...

    It starts small. A single class. A single conversation. But it doesn't stay small for long.

    Imagine a world where every child grows up knowing how to:

    Understand their emotions
    Build confidence and resilience
    Calm their nervous system
    Challenge negative thinking
    Believe in themselves
    Ask for help without shame

    Imagine every teacher having practical tools that support children's emotional wellbeing alongside academic success.

    Imagine every family having access to someone in their local community who can help children thrive.

    This isn't just another teacher training.

    It's a global movement.

    01

    A movement creating a generation of emotionally resilient children.

    02

    A movement empowering teachers, coaches, therapists and wellbeing practitioners to build meaningful businesses while changing lives.

    03

    A movement where every trained practitioner creates a ripple effect that reaches hundreds of children and families every year.

    THE PEOPLE BEHIND WIGGLEBUMS

    Meet Your Teachers

    Patricia Maddalena
    #1Best-selling author on Amazon in the UK and the US

    Patricia Maddalena

    Founder and Lead Tutor

    NLP Master & Trainer since 2004NeuroscienceMetaphysicsHuman psychology

    Patricia has been an NLP Master and Trainer since 2004 and has trained in neuroscience, metaphysics and human psychology. She has written and developed this course with her sister Clare, combining their expertise and knowledge to bring you a thorough and comprehensive training.

    Mum of three, she applies the tools she teaches in her own family, witnessing the profound effect it has on the emotional, mental and physical health and well-being of her children.

    1 of 3 teachers

    The people behind WiggleBums

    Meet Your Teachers

    Patricia Maddalena#1

    Patricia Maddalena

    Founder and Lead Tutor

    #1 best-selling author, UK & US

    NLP Master & Trainer since 2004NeuroscienceMetaphysicsHuman psychology

    Patricia has been an NLP Master and Trainer since 2004 and has trained in neuroscience, metaphysics and human psychology. She has written and developed this course with her sister Clare, combining their expertise and knowledge to bring you a thorough and comprehensive training. Mum of three, she applies the tools she teaches in her own family, witnessing the profound effect it has on the emotional, mental and physical health and well-being of her children. Her book on Happiness hit the top spot on the Amazon Best Sellers list both here in the UK and the US making her a #1 Best Seller.

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    Our reviews...

    Loved by our teachers

    What our students say about WiggleBums

    ★★★★★5-star reviews on Google & Facebook
    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "This online course is amazing. . . ."

    Trish is always on hand to help out with any questions and always has an enthusiastic attitude which is really inspiring. Holding zoom meetings to hear other members' experiences is absolutely priceless. Highly recommend!

    S

    Sarah Smith

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I trained to be a kids yoga teacher somewhere else and so didn't have access to any business help or support. . . ."

    When I found WiggleBums business package I jumped at it! Really comprehensive and goes into great detail about everything from venue hire to the HMRC. Can't fault it. I only wish I had it sooner.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "What can i say absolutely brilliant!!! . . ."

    I began my training with Wigglebums after completing my pregnancy/postnatal training with sister company LushTums, as i wanted to be able to continue to support families in my local community. This training has been life changing and amount of support and on-going business support i have received has been amazing. Trish is remarkable lady and i cant thank her enough for her encouragement and general loveliness. Highly recommended for anyone considering training in the field of children's yoga and mindfulness and wanting a business that they can wrap around family life. Thank you Trish x

    E

    Emma Johnson

    Facebook review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I can HIGHLY recommend! . . ."

    This Bootcamp is FULL to the brim with actionable practical information, tools and advice and the continued support afterwards is awesome.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Patricia is my 'go to' person whenever I need to get some clarity in my life . . ."

    business or personal. She reads between the lines of a conversation, asks the right questions so that you find the right answers and generally is just a bloody good mentor who's says it as it is. She's worth her weight in gold.

    C

    Claire Williams

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I didn't know what kind of business I even wanted to create before this weekend. . . ."

    I had ideas but nothing concrete and now, well I have a clear idea and an action plan. Plus I'm being supported in the Bootcamp Facebook group which is fab!

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Trish is an amazing Business coach, Therapist and Trainer. . . ."

    Completely down to earth, warm and extremely knowledgeable. She has guided me in my business which and has given me great results! An all round top human who genuinely wants to make a difference! Thanks Trish x

    L

    Laura Brown

    Facebook review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I bought into the full package and have loved every minute! . . ."

    I feel like I've cut 5 years of trial and error out of my business plan and that's priceless.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Trish is a gifted, highly intuitive and exceptionally talented lady . . ."

    with the utmost of integrity and just the right blend of tenacity and humility. She is exactly the right leader to make this the exeptional programme that it is. Congratulations, Trish. You're amazing!!!

    R

    Rebecca Taylor

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I'm so excited to put all of this content together!"

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Jumping in to WiggleBums was one of the best decisions I've made. . . ."

    It's been a priceless, hugely rewarding experience so far and it's only just beginning. The opportunities and learning continue every day, as does the support from Trish & Clare, and the other teachers. You're part of a family so there's that safety net and you're not out there alone. I highly recommend the training!

    A

    Anonymous

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "Patricia is amazing. . . ."

    This is far more than any Business Boot Camp I have heard of. Patricia has gifts and skills that will help you and your business but in an uncomplicated way.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I love the fact I have access to so many teachers that have already gone down the path I'm about to. . . ."

    Starting a business doesn't feel so scary anymore.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "At last, a process that actually works through my limiting beliefs. . . ."

    I feel focused and have a clear pathway.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "She makes it fun and never dull. . . ."

    She is incredibly honest, intuitive and really connects with all who attend. And it doesn't stop after the workshop ends which feels really helpful.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "It's so much more than you think, Trish is generous with her time and it doesn't stop after the boot camp. . . ."

    There's ongoing support for the group which is invaluable. The Bootcamp is just the beginning of life-changing magic. If you want to change where you are then this is the perfect platform. Just do it!! You won't regret it.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "You're such a great facilitator, Patricia, I learned loads from you on so many levels and am really looking forward to doing more with you."

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "Such a fabulous weekend at The Business Bootcamp. . . ."

    I gained clarity and focus, connected to life purpose, created my marketing plan and hacked the beliefs to action them! I feel ready for anything now!

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

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    Our reviews...

    Loved by our teachers

    ★★★★★5-star reviews on Google & Facebook
    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "This online course is amazing. . . ."

    Trish is always on hand to help out with any questions and always has an enthusiastic attitude which is really inspiring. Holding zoom meetings to hear other members' experiences is absolutely priceless. Highly recommend!

    S

    Sarah Smith

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I trained to be a kids yoga teacher somewhere else and so didn't have access to any business help or support. . . ."

    When I found WiggleBums business package I jumped at it! Really comprehensive and goes into great detail about everything from venue hire to the HMRC. Can't fault it. I only wish I had it sooner.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "What can i say absolutely brilliant!!! . . ."

    I began my training with Wigglebums after completing my pregnancy/postnatal training with sister company LushTums, as i wanted to be able to continue to support families in my local community. This training has been life changing and amount of support and on-going business support i have received has been amazing. Trish is remarkable lady and i cant thank her enough for her encouragement and general loveliness. Highly recommended for anyone considering training in the field of children's yoga and mindfulness and wanting a business that they can wrap around family life. Thank you Trish x

    E

    Emma Johnson

    Facebook review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I can HIGHLY recommend! . . ."

    This Bootcamp is FULL to the brim with actionable practical information, tools and advice and the continued support afterwards is awesome.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Patricia is my 'go to' person whenever I need to get some clarity in my life . . ."

    business or personal. She reads between the lines of a conversation, asks the right questions so that you find the right answers and generally is just a bloody good mentor who's says it as it is. She's worth her weight in gold.

    C

    Claire Williams

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I didn't know what kind of business I even wanted to create before this weekend. . . ."

    I had ideas but nothing concrete and now, well I have a clear idea and an action plan. Plus I'm being supported in the Bootcamp Facebook group which is fab!

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Trish is an amazing Business coach, Therapist and Trainer. . . ."

    Completely down to earth, warm and extremely knowledgeable. She has guided me in my business which and has given me great results! An all round top human who genuinely wants to make a difference! Thanks Trish x

    L

    Laura Brown

    Facebook review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I bought into the full package and have loved every minute! . . ."

    I feel like I've cut 5 years of trial and error out of my business plan and that's priceless.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Trish is a gifted, highly intuitive and exceptionally talented lady . . ."

    with the utmost of integrity and just the right blend of tenacity and humility. She is exactly the right leader to make this the exeptional programme that it is. Congratulations, Trish. You're amazing!!!

    R

    Rebecca Taylor

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I'm so excited to put all of this content together!"

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Teacher Training

    "Jumping in to WiggleBums was one of the best decisions I've made. . . ."

    It's been a priceless, hugely rewarding experience so far and it's only just beginning. The opportunities and learning continue every day, as does the support from Trish & Clare, and the other teachers. You're part of a family so there's that safety net and you're not out there alone. I highly recommend the training!

    A

    Anonymous

    Google review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "Patricia is amazing. . . ."

    This is far more than any Business Boot Camp I have heard of. Patricia has gifts and skills that will help you and your business but in an uncomplicated way.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "I love the fact I have access to so many teachers that have already gone down the path I'm about to. . . ."

    Starting a business doesn't feel so scary anymore.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "At last, a process that actually works through my limiting beliefs. . . ."

    I feel focused and have a clear pathway.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "She makes it fun and never dull. . . ."

    She is incredibly honest, intuitive and really connects with all who attend. And it doesn't stop after the workshop ends which feels really helpful.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "It's so much more than you think, Trish is generous with her time and it doesn't stop after the boot camp. . . ."

    There's ongoing support for the group which is invaluable. The Bootcamp is just the beginning of life-changing magic. If you want to change where you are then this is the perfect platform. Just do it!! You won't regret it.

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "You're such a great facilitator, Patricia, I learned loads from you on so many levels and am really looking forward to doing more with you."

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

    ★★★★★Business Bootcamp

    "Such a fabulous weekend at The Business Bootcamp. . . ."

    I gained clarity and focus, connected to life purpose, created my marketing plan and hacked the beliefs to action them! I feel ready for anything now!

    B

    Bootcamp student

    Business Bootcamp review

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