YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFIED
100-HOUR CONTINUED EDUCATION COURSE
Can be applied towards a 300hr certification under the Yoga Alliance
for qualified teachers
trauma informed
somatic Breathwork
Facilitator training
Become a Certified Trauma-Informed Somatic Breathwork Facilitator
Empower healing through breath, compassion, and embodied wisdom.
The Sacred Movement’s Trauma-Informed Somatic Breathwork Facilitator Training is a comprehensive Level 1 program designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and embodied practices to guide others through safe and transformative Breathwork experiences.
Grounded in somatic psychology, trauma neurobiology, and nervous system literacy, this training blends science, mindfulness, and ancient wisdom traditions like Ayurveda to help you facilitate with compassion, clarity, and skill. Whether you’re a wellness practitioner, therapist, coach, or someone passionate about holding space for healing, this course provides both the theory and hands-on experience you need to become a confident, trauma-informed facilitator.
By the end, you’ll be ready to support others in cultivating safety, self-regulation, and deeper connection through the power of breath.
What You’ll Learn:
Deep understanding of somatic psychology and trauma neurobiology
Proficiency in trauma-informed somatic breathwork technique
Ethical & inclusive facilitation for private and group sessions
Ayurvedic & somatic tools for self-regulation, co-regulation, and client safety
Week-by-week Highlight
Foundations of Somatic Healing
Breathwork & Trauma Sensitivity
Applied Polyvagal Theory for Facilitators
Understanding Trauma & the Nervous System
Trauma-Informed Facilitation Principles
Curating the Journey: Group vs Private Guidance Energetics
Ayurveda for Psychical, Mental and Emotional Health
This training is intentionally designed to honor the nervous system—prioritizing safety, consent, and integration over performance or intensity.
Who This Training is For:
Aspiring and existing Breathwork facilitators
Therapists, Coaches, and Wellness Practitioners
Anyone passionate about trauma-informed healing practices
Resources You’ll Receive:
Facilitator Manual with scripts & safety protocols
Student Workbook with prompts & practice logs
Audio Library for guided breath practices
Retreat Toolkit with peer practice guides & closing rituals
Suggested Reading:
Breath — James Nestor
The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk
Polyvagal Theory in Therapy – Deb Dana
Trauma and the Body – Pat Ogden & Kekuni Minton
Waking the Tiger – Peter Levine
The Art of Gathering — Priya Parker
Training Structure
Phase 1: Live Online Classes
(April)
6 live, 2-hour interactive sessions
Trauma-informed, compassionate, and practical training
Phase 2: Self-Paced Learning & Mentoring
(May)
Pre-recorded classes for flexible learning
Reflection prompts, worksheets, and self-practice tools
Phase 3: Immersive Retreat & Certification Completion - Two Formats
(Summer & Fall)
One-week in-person all inclusive retreat in California, or a 3-weekend in New York City.
Hands-on facilitation, peer feedback, and certification ceremony
THIS TRAINING IS ELIGIBLE towards a YOGA ALLIANCE 300-Hour RYT Certification, or as CONTINUED EDUCATION CREDITS FOR QUALIFIED TEACHERS
TO INQUIRE ABOUT CEU’S PLEASE CONTACT PROGRAM DIRECTOR IRAIMER RUIZ HERE
Embodied In-Person Practicum
Two Pathways for Certification
After completing the online and self-paced portions of the training, students will choose one of two in-person pathways to complete their certification practicum. Both options meet the same certification requirements and emphasize embodied learning, nervous system safety, and supervised facilitation practice.
Completion of an in-person practicum is a required component of this training and is essential for certification. This practicum is designed to support embodied learning, supervised facilitation, and real-time nervous system awareness. Students will choose between two in-person formats that offer the same depth of training and meet the same certification requirements, while accommodating different learning styles and life circumstances — one held in our beloved studio in vibrant New York City, and the other in a 800-acre private estate in hidden, earth-anchored Pillot Hill, California — just outside of Sacramento, and 2-hours away from San Francisco.
Option 1: New York City
Weekend Immersion
An accessible format designed for practitioners who prefer to integrate learning over time.
Three in-person weekends in NYC
Full-day immersive training, supervised practicum, and certification ceremony.
Ideal for students who live locally or prefer a non-residential option
Tuition: $4,000
(does not include lodging or meals)
For hotel deals, please inquire below)
Option 2: California
7-Day Immersive Retreat
A deep, all-inclusive residential experience for those seeking full immersion.
Seven consecutive days of training, practice, and integration
Includes lodging, meals, group facilitation labs, and certification ceremony
Ideal for students desiring a retreat-style container and focused integration
Tuition: $5,350
(includes shared accommodation)
For private room setting, please inquiry below
Both pathways offer the same depth of training, hands-on facilitation hours, and certification outcomes.
DATES & CLASS SCHEDULE
ONLINE CALLS
TuesDAY & Thursday ONLY
April 7th - 23rd, 2026
Schedule: 6-8pm ET | 3-5pm PT
Retreat Immersion
Option 1: New York City
May 2nd - 3rd | 16th - 17th | 30th - 31st
Option 2: Pilot Hill, California
September 19th-26th, 2026
Enrollment Closes December 1st, 2025
Take the Next Step
If you’re feeling called to this work and want to explore whether this training is the right fit, I invite you to book a clarity call with me. This is a complimentary, no-pressure conversation where we can talk through your intentions, answer your questions, and ensure the program supports you—personally, professionally, and energetically.
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Clarity calls are designed to support informed, aligned decisions. There is no obligation to enroll.