Transform Your Teaching Journey
Deepen your knowledge, expand your skills, and become a specialized yoga educator with our comprehensive 300-hour program featuring exclusive Somatic Yoga Certification.
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Our 300-Hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training is designed for certified 200-hour teachers ready to expand their knowledge, refine their skills, and develop specialized expertise. This transformative journey combines traditional yogic wisdom with modern somatic approaches, offering you a unique certification that sets you apart in the yoga community. Our program is structured in three distinct components: 100 hours of virtual Somatic Yoga Certification, 100 hours as an immersive in-person retreat, and 100 hours over three focused in-person weekends.
Somatic Yoga Certification (100 Virtual Hours)
Become certified in somatic yoga principles focusing on nervous system regulation, somatic breathwork practices, and somatic journey and inquiry techniques that facilitate deep internal awareness and healing.
Immersive In-Person Retreat (100 Hours)
Dive deep into advanced asana, pranayama, and meditation during our week-long in-person retreat, designed to transform your personal practice and teaching methodology.
Specialized Weekend Intensives (100 Hours)
Complete your training with three focused in-person weekends covering Philosophy & Subtle Body, Advanced Assisting, and Business of Yoga.
Curriculum
Our carefully structured program is divided into three distinct components, each offering 100 hours of specialized training to create a comprehensive 300-hour certification.
Component 1: Somatic Yoga Certification (100 Virtual Hours)
Develop expertise in somatic approaches to yoga through live virtual sessions that can be completed from anywhere in the world. This component focuses on the internal experience of yoga and developing embodied awareness.
- Nervous System Regulation: Learn techniques to help yourself and students regulate the nervous system for healing and resilience
- Somatic Breathwork Practices: Explore how breath influences nervous system states and emotional processing
- Breathwork Integration: Methods for integrating somatic breathwork into asana and meditation
- Somatic Journey and Inquiry: Facilitate inner exploration through guided somatic journeys and self-inquiry practices
- Somatic Movement Patterns: Understanding developmental movement patterns and their influence on posture and practice
Component 2: Immersive In-Person Retreat (100 Hours)
Experience the power of full immersion in your practice during our week-long in-person retreat. This intensive component allows you to deepen your practice in a supportive community environment.
- Advanced Asana: Refine alignment, explore advanced variations, and understand the biomechanics of complex postures
- Progressive Pranayama: Systematic approach to advanced breathing techniques and their effects on physiology and consciousness
- Meditation Journeys: Experience and learn to guide various meditation techniques from different traditions
- Applied Anatomy: Functional anatomy applications for advanced practice and teaching
- Sequencing Methodology: Create powerful, purposeful sequences for transformation
Component 3: Specialized Weekend Intensives (100 Hours over 3 Weekends)
Complete your training with three focused in-person weekend intensives, each addressing essential aspects of advanced yoga teaching.
Weekend 1: Philosophy and Subtle Body
- Advanced yogic philosophy and its modern applications
- Subtle body systems: chakras, nadis, and koshas
- Integrating philosophy into asana teaching
- Developing your authentic voice as a philosophical guide
Weekend 2: Advanced Assisting
- Principles of effective verbal and hands-on adjustments
- Creating safe containers for physical assists
- Adapting assists for different body types and needs
- Therapeutic applications of strategic assists
Weekend 3: Business of Yoga
- Developing your unique teaching niche
- Building sustainable business models
- Ethical marketing and community building
- Creating online offerings and hybrid teaching models
Meet Your Faculty
Learn from our team of experienced teachers, each bringing specialized knowledge and years of practice to your training journey.
Rachel Friedman
E-RYT 500, LMSW, Somatic Therapist
Lead Teacher with twenty years of teaching experience, specializing in Somatic practices, Subtle body integration, Therapeutic applications, and transformational experiences.
Stephanie Rivera
E-RYT 500
Expert in creative Sequencing, Theming, Subtle body connections, Philosophy, and Anatomy - creating profound learning experiences that integrate mind and body.
Stephanie Wright
RYT 500
Functional Alignment Specialist with expertise in teaching Beginners and Yin Yoga. Brings precision, clarity, and accessibility to complex poses and concepts.
Format & Dates
Our 300-hour training combines the flexibility of virtual learning with the depth of in-person experiences.
Training Format
The Somatic Yoga Certification is conducted virtually, while the week-long retreat and weekend intensives are in-person immersive experiences.
2025 Schedule
- Somatic Yoga Certification (100 Virtual Hours):
3 live virtual day-long retreats:
August 24th, 2025 (12:00-5:00 PM ET)
September 14th, 2025 (12:00-5:00 PM ET)
October 19th, 2025 (12:00-5:00 PM ET)
Plus weekly Friday sessions from August 29th through October 25th, 2025 - Week-long In-Person Retreat (100 Hours):
Dates TBA
Daily schedule will include asana, pranayama, and meditation practices - Weekend Intensives (100 Hours):
- Weekend 1: Philosophy & Subtle Body - Dates TBA
- Weekend 2: Advanced Assisting - Dates TBA
- Weekend 3: Business of Yoga - Dates TBA
Each weekend will include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday sessions
Training Platforms
All virtual sessions will be conducted via Zoom. In-person components will be held at our studio location (details provided upon registration).
Investment
Tuition Options
- Virtual Somatic Yoga Certification (100 Hours): $1,500
- Week-long In-Person Retreat (100 Hours): Pricing TBD
- Weekend Intensives: $400 per weekend ($1,200 for all three)
You can register for each component separately or inquire about package pricing for the complete 300-hour certification.
What's Included
- Comprehensive digital manual for each component
- Somatic Yoga Certification upon completion of the full program
- Lifetime access to our graduate community and resources
- Recordings of sessions available for review during the training period
Graduate Experiences
"This training completely transformed my approach to yoga and my own body. The somatic components have given me powerful tools to help my students develop true body awareness and healing. Absolutely life-changing!"
"As a physical therapist and yoga teacher, the somatic yoga certification gave me exactly what I needed to bridge these worlds. My clients are experiencing breakthroughs I couldn't facilitate before."
"The depth of knowledge of the teaching faculty is extraordinary. Every module felt like peeling back another layer of understanding both in my teaching and personal practice."
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the prerequisites for this training?
You must have completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training and have at least one year of teaching experience. A regular personal practice is also required.
Do I need to complete all components consecutively?
We recommend completing the components in order (Somatic Certification, Virtual Retreat, then Weekend Intensives) as they build upon each other. However, we understand scheduling conflicts may arise, and we can work with you to create a personalized timeline that fits your needs.
What is somatic yoga and how does it differ from regular yoga?
Somatic yoga integrates principles of somatic movement education with traditional yoga practices. It emphasizes internal awareness, nervous system regulation, and movement patterns that emerge from within rather than being imposed from outside. Our certification focuses specifically on nervous system regulation, somatic breathwork, and guided somatic journeys that help release chronic tension patterns and develop greater embodied intelligence.
Is this training Yoga Alliance registered?
Yes, our program is registered with Yoga Alliance as an advanced training. Upon completion, you'll be eligible to register as an RYT-500.
What if I need to cancel my enrollment?
Cancellations made more than 60 days before the start date receive a full refund minus a $250 administrative fee. Cancellations within 30-60 days receive a 50% refund. Cancellations less than 30 days before the start date are non-refundable, but your payment can be applied to a future training within one year.
Will I need to travel for this training?
Yes, for part of it. The Somatic Yoga Certification (100 hours) is entirely virtual, so you can complete this component from anywhere with a reliable internet connection. However, the week-long retreat and the three weekend intensives are in-person experiences that require travel to our location.
What technology do I need for the virtual Somatic Yoga Certification?
For the virtual component, you'll need a reliable internet connection, a device with a camera (computer, tablet, or smartphone), and enough space to practice yoga (approximately the size of a yoga mat plus 2-3 feet around it). We recommend using headphones with a microphone for optimal audio quality during interactive sessions.
Where will the in-person components be held?
The week-long retreat and weekend intensives will be held at our studio location. Detailed information about the venue, accommodations, and travel recommendations will be provided upon registration.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Applications for our 2025 program are now open. Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and a transformative experience.
Apply NowHave questions? Contact us at hello@somapoweryoga.com