Somatics is a method focused on releasing chronic muscle tension through gentle movements and awareness techniques. It helps individuals regain control over their muscles and alleviate pain by re-educating the nervous system. When teaching yoga, therapy, or bodywork, integrating Somatics can enhance sessions by promoting relaxation, improving mobility, and restoring balance.

Objective:

The workshop aims to empower, therapists, yoga teachers, care givers and other professionals in the helping industy with practical tools and techniques rooted in somatic movement practices to enhance self-care, trauma-informed teaching, and client support.

Francesca Melluzzi is a well-being practitioner, somatic coach, mentor, and trauma & mental health practitioner; with 20 years of experience working with body-based therapies using coaching, breath work, therapeutic art, yoga and embodied movement.

Agenda:

1. Introduction and Somatic Movement Class (60 minutes)

2. Understanding Somatic Movement and Trauma-Informed Teaching (60 minutes)

3. Somatic Practices for Self-Care and Client Support (60 minutes)

4. Integration and Reflection (30 minutes)

5. Recorded content to watch at home

Outcome:

Participants will leave the workshop with a deeper understanding of somatic movement principles, practical tools for trauma-informed teaching, and a personalised self-care plan integrating somatic practices.

 Community spots (2) £125

Early bird £135 (Until April 30th) 

Regular price £155