Somatic Safety: a Nervous System Training
‘The Nervous System is the foundation upon which all lived experience is built.’
-Deb Dana
This training is an in-depth dive that combines soul and the latest science, theory and practice, for a thorough understanding of our autonomic nervous system.
We will learn about what it takes to keep our system in a state of balance, how to increase our capacity to handle stress, as well as how to create the flexibility within the system to move between states of survival, collapse, activation, anxiety, safety & engagement. This training is influenced by the work of Deb Dana, Stephen Porges, Peter Levine and Dr. Aimie Apigian. You will receive a certificate of completion.
In the Level 1 training, our focus is on:
- the science of nervous system regulation
- practical application of somatic tools
- building safety within the body
- developing the skill of somatic self-attunement
- learning the language - how your nervous system communicates with you through feelings and sensations
- developing a consistent practice to stay in tune with the body
We will briefly touch upon developmental childhood factors that build resilience within the system, however, the topic of building emotional safety is the focus of Level 2.
CURRICULUM
- over 100 somatic practices for nervous system regulation, which include a breakdown of practices for anxiety, collapse, emotional regulation, burnout, deep relaxation, building capacity and more
- polyvagal theory: moving between collapse, anxiety, safety
- the biology and psychology of nervous system regulation: how the nervous system impacts other systems and major organs in the body and what creates health & safety vs. overwhelm & physical breakdown
- vagus nerve: its role and its health
- the biology of trauma
- re-patterning the brain and body for safety
- psychological factors that impact the autonomic nervous system
Who this training is for:
- anyone with a personal interest in nervous system regulation
- anyone on a healing journey who wants to have embodied experiences of regulation and the tools to continue to support themselves on a day to day basis
- professionals who work with people and want to have tools and skills to bring somatic nervous system regulation to their clients (bodyworkers, mental health professionals, yoga teachers, coaches)
- yoga and movement teachers who want to add somatic practices to their classes
TRAINING STRUCTURE
Each day will begin and end with a somatic group practice (vagal toning, somatic breathwork, somatic NS exercises, movement, creative process).
The mornings will be dedicated to theory. Afternoons will focus on learning the somatic practices as well as building the skill of self-awareness through somatic tracking and self-inquiry.
The days are designed to equip students with theoretical knowledge AND embodied understanding of the material.
The days will be full and it is advisable not to have anything else planned during the 4 days.
Led by: Natalia Ria, RSMT, Somatic Movement Therapist, Nervous System Educator, Bodyworker, EFT Practitioner, Biology of Trauma trainee
COST
early bird: 11000bht if paid by Nov 20, 2025
regular rate: 14000bht if paid after Nov 20, 2025
Space is limited to an intimate group. Your spot will be held upon receipt of payment.
Location: Sote Wellness
To register/enquire, please email Natalia
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