SomaRoll Yoga CPD Training
Somaroll
Myofascial Mobility Therapy Training
Next Live Weekend - August 24th-25th 2024
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The SomaRoll Yoga Method is an integrative, embodiment practice. It combines Myofascial Release Therapy and gentle mobility-inspired yoga. The mobility-yoga exercises work on stabilising the joints and neutralising muscle imbalances relating to bad posture, excess sitting, repetitive stress etc. Muscle imbalances can also lead to other more serious issues such as bursitis, nerve impingement and sciatica to name but a few. Myofascial Release Therapy is not like the ordinary myofascial release that you see at the gym. We use tools and techniques that are suitable for inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, sacroiliitis, fasciitis and other inflammatory conditions to help reduce inflammation. The method also works on re-setting the auto-pilot nervous system response in relation to how stress and trauma express themselves in your somatic body, through the waves, arches and domes that create stability through the fascial system.
Course Structure
The SomaRoll Yoga Method is a hybrid training, combining on-demand videos, PDFs and manual with one live weekend. The weekend can be taken in the studio, via Zoom or on recordings.
There are currently three training options:
50 hr Myofascial-Mobility Training
This training option offers:
24 hr of on-demand video lessons explaining the scientific foundation of the practice plus 9.5 hrs of Myofascial Release Therapy videos and 11.5 mobility and Yoga videos for joint stability.
PDFS and detailed manual to support the videos.
- One live weekend to be taken in the studio or on Zooo
- An In-depth exploration of what Fascia is
- Myofascial release tools and Methods
- Myofascial Meridians (Anatomy TrainsI and Marma points (Ayurveda)
- Myofascial Release therapy programme for the joints (amkles, knees, hips, pelvis, spine, shoulder, elbows, wrists neck and jaws in relation to common therapeutic issues, plantar-fasciitis, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, sciatica, sacro-iliac gapping etc
- Muscle Mapping
- Endangerment sites and safety procedures
- Issues in your tissues – the emotional connection.
- Balancing the Autopilot techniques and scripts.
Plus - Integrating myofascial release with FRC-based mobility and yoga for all of the joints in the body.
32 hr Myofascial Training
This training option offers:
12 hrs hrs of Foundational and Myofascial Release Therapy videos.
Please note there is no mobility videos in this option.PDFS and detailed manual to support the videos.
- One live weekend to be taken in the studio or on Zoom.
- An In-depth exploration of what Fascia is
- Myofascial release tools and Methods
- Myofascial Meridians (Anatomy TrainsI and Marma points (Ayurveda)
- Myofascial Release therapy programme for the joints (amkles, knees, hips, pelvis, spine, shoulder, elbows, wrists neck and jaws in relation to common therapeutic issues, plantar-fasciitis, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, sciatica, sacro-iliac gapping etc
- Muscle Mapping
- Endangerment sites and safety procedures
- Issues in your tissues – the emotional connection.
- Balancing the Autopilot techniques and scripts.
Plus - Integrating myofascial release with FRC-based mobility and yoga for all of the joints in the body.
20 hr SomaRoll Taster Training
This training option offers:
- One live weekend to be taken in the studio or on Zoom.
- 2.5 hrs of On-demand video content with notes to prepare for the weekend
This training option offers:
- One live weekend to be taken in the studio or on Zoom.
- 2.5 hrs of On-demand video content with notes to prepare for the weekend
The Method
This holistic approach is designed to facilitate the re-education of the neuromuscular system functionally and somatically. From a functional perspective, Somaroll employs myofascial release techniques to target the myofascia in relation to repetitive stress, postural dysfunctions and injuries and uses FRC-based mobility to stabilise the joints. Somatically, it aims to re-educate the neuromuscular system in relation to the imprint of negative emotions held in the physical body and reset the nervous system from negative emotional states and the fight-flight response. It seeks to promote somatic experiences of embodied well-being by incorporating modern somatic methodologies such as the teachings of Thomas Hanna, Polyvagal theory, the Feldenkrais method, and the contributions of Dr. Dan Siegel.
What you will learn
- An in-depth exploration of what fascia is
- Modern somatic theories and methods and the emotional connection
- Balancing the autopilot techniques and scripts
- Myofascial Meridians (anatomy trains)
- Targeting the joints in relation to common therapeutic issues, plantar fasciitis, sciatica, sacro-iliac gapping etc.
- Muscle mapping
- Endangerment sites
- Integrating myofascial release with Yin, Hatha and Mobility
- Myofascial Release methods and techniques
- FRC-based mobility to stabilise the joints
- Balancing the sensory-motor cortex methods
- The breath connection
Suitability
- Yoga Teachers who want to expand their offerings.
- Yin and Restorative Teachers who wish to integrate Myofascial therapy and Myoyin into their classes.
- Yoga Teachers who wish to develop their somatic knowledge and offerings.
- Fitness and personal Trainers who want to integrate myofascial release into their classes.
Accreditations
Registered Yoga Alliance Yoga School and Continued Education Provider
Pre-requisite
To attend this course, students should display a genuine passion and commitment to learn yoga and develop their practice. Additionally, to qualify for a place on this accredited course, you should be a qualified yoga teacher or a trainee on another programme.
To apply, please fill out the Online Application Form. If you have questions please reach out to me via email.
Hybrid Training & Attendence Requirements
This live weekend will take place in the Yogamoves studio in Gort, Galway, Ireland. We recommend that all students take the weekend in the studio, especially for teaching purposes. However, qualified teacher do have the option of attending this training on Zoom or via recording if they wish.
More Information
- PDF manual supplied
- 1 x Yoga mat
- 1 free Zoom account if you are taking the weekend online. The on-demand content can be accessed through the online platform so you will also need to set up an account for yourself.
- Soft Gel Hand balls or other small balls suitable for hands and feet.
- A soft foam roller. We recommend
- Two medium sized soft balls in a sock or pouch. We recommend Yoga Tune up therapy balls
- 1 x short resistance band. I recommend Flexvit
- I x metre resistance band. I recommend the UFE fabric resistance band.
- Optional light ankle weights and/or dumb bells for some of the mobility drills.
This training is assessed through a series of short online quizzes. The quizzes consist of six questions at the end of every section of the on-demand section of the training, which is 60 questions in all. These quizzes are easy and ask questions about the most relevant points in each section. They can be completed within 6 months of signing up to the platform to receive certification.
The weekend of the training can be taken on Zoom or in Yogamoves studio in Gort, Galway. The studio holds 28 people, although this training is capped at 12 to allow for distancing due to COVID (this number may change depending on government legislation). It is fully propped with mats, bolsters, blankets, bricks and belts. It has a kitchen with fridge, kettle etc and separate toilet. It also has changing rooms for students to store their clothes etc. All props are aired for 48 hrs use to ensure there is no spead of the COVID virus.
Gort is a small town on the edge of the Burren. There are great restaurants close by to eat in and there are lots of airbnb and bnb options ranging from €25-€100 per night for students staying overnight. We can also help you team up with other students to share air BNB if you wish.
For students availing of the studio option, we recommend:
- Woodley BNB – Georges Street, Gort. Cheap and cheerful and a stones throw from the studio.
- The Lady Gregory Hotel – About 10 mins walk form the studio. Comfortable and clean with spa.
- Any air bnbs in the close vaccinity. Kinvara is a lovely place to stay and is about 20 mins drive form Gort with more air BNB options usually.
Investment
- €250 – 20 hr Live Weekend Taster
- €320 – 32 hr Training
- €500- 50 hr Training
New MyoYin Bundle
Combine the 50hr SomaRoll with 100 hr Yin and Restorative
€300 discount if you book before August 10th!
- Installation Plan – €1200 for the 100 hr Yin and Restorative plus the 50 hr SomaRoll. This is broken down into €400 deposit before August 10th and 4 x €200 payments from Nov 2024 – Feb 2025 for the Yin and Restorative training.
- One-time Payment – €1050 for the 100 hr Yin and Restorative plus the 50 hr SomaRoll.
