• The spine is the axis of human movement and the foundation of functional wellbeing. Yet in modern life, it is one of the most compromised structures in the body — affected by prolonged sitting, digital posture, stress, and repetitive strain. These patterns influence not only musculoskeletal health, but also breath capacity, nervous system regulation, and emotional resilience.

    The BackMitra® is a therapeutic tool designed to address these modern challenges with precision and simplicity. It supports spinal decompression, improves thoracic mobility, enhances diaphragmatic breathing, and helps restore healthy neuromuscular patterns.

    This training is ideal for physiotherapists, osteopaths, bodyworkers, Pilates instructors, yoga teachers, and somatic practitioners who want to expand their therapeutic toolkit. You will learn how to integrate BackMitra® work into clinical sessions, group classes, rehabilitation programs, and self‑care protocols.

    Rooted in both anatomical understanding and somatic awareness, this immersion offers a practical, evidence‑informed approach to spinal health — delivered in a warm, supportive, and experiential environment.

  • The spine is more than a structural column — it is the central pathway of movement, breath, and vitality. It influences:

    • Posture & alignment

    • Breath mechanics & lung capacity

    • Nervous system regulation

    • Organ function & circulation

    • Emotional expression & resilience

    • Energy flow & overall wellbeing

    When the spine becomes compressed or restricted, the entire system compensates. Neck tension increases. Breath becomes shallow. The nervous system becomes reactive. Movement becomes limited. Fatigue and discomfort accumulate.

    Supporting spinal health is one of the most effective ways to improve whole‑body wellbeing. The BackMitra® offers a gentle, accessible, and highly effective method to restore mobility, decompress the spine, and re‑educate neuromuscular patterns — making it a powerful tool for both personal practice and professional application.

  • Join senior teacher and BackMitra® trainer Alexandra Rodrigues for Australia’s only BackMitra® practitioner training. This 15‑hour immersion is designed for yoga teachers, bodyworkers, physiotherapists, osteopaths, movement educators, and dedicated students seeking to understand and support spinal health.

    No previous experience is required — only curiosity, openness, and a desire to learn.

  • History & Inspiration

    • Origins of the BackMitra®

    • The philosophy behind its therapeutic impact

    Foundational BackMitra® Lessons

    • Safe, creative, confident teaching

    • Key alignments, movement sequences, and progressions

    Breath & Somatic Inquiry

    • Breath practices that enhance spinal release

    • Somatic awareness to deepen the BackMitra® experience

    Anatomy & Physiology

    • Spine, fascia, and nervous system fundamentals

    • How BackMitra® work supports mobility, strength, and resilience

    Cautions & Modifications

    • How to adapt for injuries, sensitivities, and different bodies

    Embodied Experience

    • Deep personal practice to understand the BackMitra® from within

  • The BackMitra® is valued by physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, massage therapists, Pilates instructors, and somatic practitioners because it offers:

    • A simple, effective method for spinal decompression

    • A tool that enhances thoracic mobility, often difficult to access

    • A bridge between manual therapy and self‑management

    • A gentle way to regulate the nervous system

    • Support for breath retraining and rib mobility

    • A modality that integrates seamlessly into clinical and movement settings

    It is evidence‑informed, adaptable, and highly effective — making it a powerful addition to any therapeutic practice.

  • The BackMitra® can support:

    • Postural correction

    • Thoracic extension & rib mobility

    • Neck & shoulder tension

    • Lower back discomfort

    • Breath retraining

    • Nervous system down‑regulation

    • Fascial release

    • Mobility & proprioception retraining

    • Chronic tension patterns

    • Rehabilitation programs

    It is especially effective for clients who struggle with:

    • Shallow breathing

    • Forward‑head posture

    • Stress‑related tension

    • Limited thoracic mobility

    • Chronic pain or fatigue

  • Allied Health Professionals

    • Physiotherapists

    • Osteopaths

    • Chiropractors

    • Massage & myotherapists

    • Occupational therapists

    Movement Educators

    • Pilates instructors

    • Yoga teachers

    • Personal trainers

    • Dance teachers

    Therapeutic Practitioners

    • Kinesiologists

    • Body psychotherapists

    • Somatic therapists

    • Breathwork facilitators

    Dedicated Students

    • Anyone wanting to support their own spinal health

    • Individuals seeking tools for stress reduction

    • Students wanting to deepen their understanding of the spine

  • In Clinical Sessions

    • Warm‑up or preparation for manual therapy

    • Thoracic mobility work

    • Breath retraining

    • Home‑care programs

    In Group Classes

    • Yoga, Pilates, mobility, somatics

    • Posture workshops

    • Breath & nervous system sessions

    In Rehabilitation

    • Proprioception & neuromuscular re‑education

    • Injury recovery support

    • Mobility restoration

    In Self‑Care

    • Daily decompression

    • Stress relief

    • Breath expansion

    The BackMitra® is simple to teach, simple to use, and profoundly effective.

  • Friday: 6:00pm – 9:00pm Saturday: 11:00am – 6:00pm Sunday: 9:00am – 4:00pm

    Attendance is required for the full weekend.

    If interested, please send expression of interest to alexandra.bodywisetherapist@gmail.com

  • Fees will be announced soon. BackMitra® + BackMitra® Pillow required ($100). Payment plans available.

  • “Alexandra is the definition of peaceful. She is such a generous and enthusiastic teacher. The BackMitra® is a revelation and I cannot wait to further my own practice and build it into my kinesiology practice.” ~ Anon

    “The most informative training I’ve enrolled in. Authentic facilitation by Alexandra - grateful for her to share her wisdom, love & knowledge.” ~ Anon

    “The BackMitra® training was an amazing experience. The weekend provided an opportunity to experience the modality in a relaxed, communal format & best of all provided a weekend to enter a space of deep rest whilst leaning and practicing.” ~ Jill W

    “Alexandra is an engaging and knowledgable teacher. The benefits and functions of the BackMitra® were explained thoroughly and I’d highly recommend this training to anyone interested in body, mind, spirit connection.” ~ Anon

  • The BackMitra® has been a powerful ally in my own healing journey — a tool that has supported my spine, breath, and nervous system through years of movement, teaching, and therapeutic work.

    This training is an offering from my heart. A space to learn, unwind, and reconnect with the radiance that lives along the spine. A space to understand the body not only through anatomy, but through sensation, breath, and presence.

    Whether you join to support your own wellbeing or to share this modality with others, I would be honoured to guide you through this transformative weekend.