somatic practitioner training

train to become a somatic practitioner

soma school supports and guides beings in a multi-dimensional discovery of self and returning to innate aliveness and vitality

Level One Training

When you train with soma school, every practitioner must complete one of our level one trainings first, these trainings teach you the foundation to somatic coaching, polyvagal theory, . The difference between trainings is where the focus lies, the signature training is themed around the seven gifts of soma, the cyclical training is themed around the four chambers of menstruality, the online training is themed for long distance learning in an intimate environment.

You will receive a Level One Somatic Coaching and Practitioner qualification, accredited with AACPH

Level Two Training

Our level two trainings are a deeper, broader, wider journey into the themes explored in level one trainings. There is a deep exploration of triggers, activation, shadows, nuance, taboo and underworld matters that have often been shied and shunned away from in society. This training is an initiation and threshold into a becoming and unbecoming of a world that we consciously want to create.

You will receive a Level Two Somatic Coaching and Practitioner qualification, accredited with AACPH

Level Three Training

Our immersive, intensive master practitioner training will be launched in 2026 for January 2027. Both level one and level two trainings must have been completed.

You will receive a Level Two Master Practitioner qualification, accredited with AACPH

the body is the portal 

Working with the body is like opening a door, this door is a portal that can transport us to a place we want to be and transform our lives into an experience of deep alignment. We work with and through the body to learn where the body is asking for change and create movement and motion to attune to this space.

Level One Upcoming Trainings

Foundation Somatic Coaching Training

21st-27th March 2026 (or)

13th-19th June 2026

Location: Soul Bank, Manchester

Become an accredited somatic coach, learning the fundamentals of somatics through the lens of the seven gifts of soma, coaching and nervous system regulation. Following this training you will have a tool kit of resources so you can start working with client in 1-1 and group settings.

Seven days in person

Cyclical Somatic Coaching Training

11th-16th November 2025 (or)

7th-12th September 2026

Location: Soul Bank, Manchester

Become an accredited cyclical somatic coach, learning the fundamentals of somatics through the lens of the menstrual cycle, coaching and nervous system regulation. This training is orientated around the seasons of the menstrual cycle with a specific focus to the female nervous system.

Six days in person

Online Coaching Training

January - April 2026 - two hour sessions are every other week

Location: Online

A 3-1 online coaching training. Become an accredited somatic coach, learning the fundamentals of somatics through the lens of the space holding and polyvagal theory, coaching and nervous system regulation. This training is orientated for those who cannot be in person. 1-1 mentorship is included in this space.

Four months online.

Level Two Upcoming Trainings

Advanced Somatic Coaching Training

Next training: 8th-14th September 2025

Location: Soul Bank, Manchester

Following the foundation training where you learn the basics of somatic coaching, this training builds a coherent framework of coaching to support you in client transformation and creating an exceptional journey of activation and aliveness.

Master Practitioner Training

Coming soon.

Level Three Upcoming Trainings

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SOMA Training Guidelines

1.⁠ ⁠This is a confidential space, please ensure everything shared in the space stays here

2.⁠ ⁠⁠Listen with presence and awareness of body sensations not with the intention to respond

3.⁠ ⁠⁠Unless explicitly asked, please don’t jump in or tag onto shares

4.⁠ ⁠⁠Hold space and open hearts, we are not trying to save, solve or fix

5.⁠ ⁠⁠Vulnerability and appropriate shares are always welcome, remember this is not a private 1-1 space so use your discernment about what to bring into the group dynamic

6.⁠ ⁠⁠This is a brave as well as safe space, accountability and responsibility is encouraged, please speak your needs issues or desires if you have any

we believe at the SOMA school…


You are your first guide, guru and teacher.

You have full invitation to listen to your body and full need or want that day.

We believe in dancing with our seasons, cycles and rhythms.

Both inside the body and outside in the world. All practices can be taken at any stage of your cycle, but please always listen to your body's wisdom as to what medicine is asked for that day and what level of intensity or softness you take each practice. There is room for it all.

Come with no expectation. Allow for exploration.

Magic happens without attachment.

Everything is connected.

Every single part of our body, and us to the whole world. Whilst there is a focus to each practice, each practice works on all levels to unlock all gifts.

Everything in your world responds to your energy.

You are the beginning and the end of your entire world. When you heal yourself you heal the world.

Why train as a coach?

Purpose

Build a life rich with purpose, support your dream, soul, aligned clients.

Freedom

Freedom in mind, body and soul. Freedom from limitations. Freedom to move, live, be, travel as you wish, all at the same time as supporting other beings.

Self-Actualisation

Learn tools and techniques that will actualise and expand your own world first, and heal the world as you work.

Potentiality and Prosperity

Using this work we are always our own first guide and guru, meaning we unlock our own prosperity and potentiality first, and as a ripple effect support many other beings

Flexibility

Be your own boss. Make your own rules. Create a life structure that works for you and your needs and that of your family.

Community

Create a network and tribe with other like minded individuals who want to live in a similar way with grounded, intentional and conscious goals of self- development and evolution

Meet the Team

Rachel Cruickshank - Founder

Natalie Shilton - Facilitator