Join 600+ Somatic Coaches Who’ve Built Embodied Practices That Create Real Change for Their Clients
Our ICF-Accredited training blends movement, breath and embodied presence to help you guide your coaching sessions that feel grounded, emotionally attuned and deeply impactful – for both your clients and your own growth.
You’ll learn
What Body-Oriented Coaching is and how it works in real client sessions
Why somatics creates depth and helps you move clients into sustainable change
What it changes for your clients
How it’s different and more grounded than mindset-only coaching
Plus a short guided practice so can experience it firsthand
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A Note From Our Founder – Nathan
As a teenager, I didn’t have the words for what I felt, only that I felt a lot. I was then later diagnosed with ADHD, but it wasn’t until I found mindfulness, and began sensing my body through breath, posture, and presence, that I felt connected.
I trained in psychology, coaching, and body-centred modalities like Focusing, Hakomi, and Authentic Movement. But I still couldn’t find a place that brought it all together, something coherent and grounded for real coaching conversations.
So I created The Somatic School. It’s a move from separation to integration. Not about becoming extraordinary, just learning attunement, feet on the ground, and remembering what makes real change possible.
The Problem With Traditional Coaching
Whether you’re an aspiring or experienced coach, a therapist, a space-holder – or someone seeking a more meaningful path…
You’ve likely felt it: mindset tools can only go so far.
Most coaching relies on the thinking mind, leaving out the very thing we live through – the body. And you might sense the cost of that when:
Sessions plateau, despite your best efforts.
Clients keep looping through the same stories.
You’re struggling to build your practice – to reach and help more people in a way that feels sustainable.
With the best intentions, you try to bring the whole of your client into the session. But without the right training, working with the body can feel unclear — even risky.
So you find yourself second-guessing, feeling lost, or muddling through… knowing there’s more available than what most frameworks teach.
But There's a Solution – Somatic Coaching
Somatic coaching brings the body back into the conversation. It’s a grounded, ethical, experiential way to work with the whole person – mind, body and nervous system.
It tends to be powerful because it:
Integrates nervous system literacy and interpersonal neurobiology
Teaches you to listen deeply – to yourself and your clients – with attuned presence
Gives you a coherent way of working without years of traditional study or therapy training
That’s what The Somatic School exists to teach.
Our ICF Level 2 Accredited Diploma in Body-Oriented Coaching is a 6–12 month online training that helps you become a confident, certified somatic coach – with a clear framework you can use immediately in real sessions.
We’ve trained 600+ coaches across 40+ cohorts in 30+ countries and we’re the first in the world to offer ICF Level 2 accreditation in Body-Oriented Coaching.
How Somatic Coaching Will Benefit You
Effortless depth and confidence in sessions
You want to stop “doing coaching” and start being a coach with grounded presence
Stand out as a coach with depth and credibility in a crowded market.
Become a coach who can work with the whole person – not just thoughts – backed by a globally recognised professional pathway (ICF Level 2)
A thriving, sustainable practice that doesn’t burn you out
Not just more clients – aligned clients, steady demand and work that feels nourishing.
We've Helped Struggling and Aspiring Coaches Hold Space with Confidence
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“Michel said he learned the power of resting back in presence”
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“Su said she got more out of the course than she bargained for.”
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“Ben thought the course exceeded his
expectations”
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“Deborah feels more confident around her
coaching practice”
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“Amir became confident in the approach and in himself”
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“Alexandra thought it was the right balance practice, knowledge & structure”
Here's What Our Students Have Said About Us on Trustpilot
“I found the training and the sense of community really useful. The whole experience has supported me and led me to change the ways I offer coaching support. I would recommend the school to anyone looking to develop their skills in, and understanding of, the wonder of embodied somatic self awareness.”
The Somatic School offers an incredible, caring, and detailed program. If you are interested in widening your tool kit and bringing integrated healing and nervous system regulation experiences to your clients I can't recommend it more. It felt so aligned to enroll in The Somatic School”
“Learning is fun and profound. You will learn so much while being supported by just being yourself and trusting the space, trusting your cohort and all the facilitators/teachers/mentors are all so nurturing, wise, fun, and walk their talk! There are so many practical tools and practice sessions too.”
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“The Somatic School gave me the tools and understanding to not only become aware of my own bodies needs, but how to coach others to experience the magic of their own internal resources. The shifts I see session by session still blows me away. This school and the warm community”
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“An incredible course that was been crafted with so much intention, purity and deep knowledge and wisdom. From day 1 you feel so well taken care of from all the staff at the Somatic School (even though the school is entirely online). The course itself gives you so much knowledge and tools to use in your coaching practice”
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“If you are researching where to learn somatics this is the place. The organization is top notch, the program is interesting and educational and personally satisfying. The instructors are so kind and easily connect to the cohort. I would do this course all over again happily.”
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Our ICF-Accredited Diploma in Somatic Coach Training
6 Months
Fully Online
171.5 Program Hours
What's Included
Welcome & Completion Sessions
Holding and supporting you as you begin and complete your learning journey.
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Module Learning & Integration Sessions
These are the experiential two-day training sessions and follow-up calls where you will learn the core skills and the meta-competencies of Body-Oriented Coaching. Each Module comes with an Integration Call afterwards to help consolidate and integrate the learning.
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Learn Powerful Somatic Modalities
Throughout the course you'll learn powerful modalities including Focusing, Hakomi, Gestalt and Constellations; disciplines such as Somatic Psychology, Mindfulnes; and sciences like Polyvagal Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Embodied Cognition. The traditions we draw on include Taoism and Zen Buddhism.
Coaching Demos
Coaching demos are woven throughout the training, showcasing real, imperfect processes over polished outcomes. Embrace each breakout session without the pressure to ‘get it right.’
Monthly Practicums
Facilitated Practicums every month, providing opportunities to practice the skills learnt on the Modules and receive live feedback from the Trainer and fellow Somanauts.
ICF Mentor Coaching
Experience 10+ hours of ICF Mentor Coaching included for free in your course! Enjoy six 90-min individual 1:1 sessions with a qualified ICF Mentor to deepen your skills, boost your confidence and provide the required mentor hours you need to go on to get your ACC or PCC with the ICF.
Five Additional Interactive Webinars
Focused Webinars support your burgeoning Body-Oriented Coaching practice, including: Contracting for Body-Oriented Coaching, Power & Empowerment, Trauma & the Boundaries of Body-Oriented Coaching, Self-care for Coaches and Cultivating Embodied Self-awareness.
Monthly Interactive Sessions
A series of interactive sessions to learn simple practices for self-regulation for nervous system health and resilience.
Wellness Pods
Available during all Modules. A supportive, non-judgmental space to pause, reflect and reconnect before rejoining the group.
Lifetime Access
Lifetime access to the recordings of your live training, materials and crib sheets.
Plus Exclusive Bonuses
Because we want to make sure you receive as much value as possible out of the course.
Free Bonuses Included
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Articles on Somatic Coaching
Regularly published articles and ‘how to guides’ on the craft of somatic coaching available.
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Access to the Circle Community
Circle Spaces for celebrating your achievements, reaching out to the community to ask questions, pitching your latest project and feeding back to the School.
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Demo Library
Exclusive access to a rich demo library, showcasing powerful somatic coaching techniques in action.
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Business Resource Hub
You’ll have access to our Business Webinar Series, a library of resources from the Embodied Business Symposium and a self-paced 6-part Sales Foundation Series titled 'Conscious Closing for Somatic Coaches’
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Access to Soma Societies
Peer-led societies on Somatic & Coaching topics. Bringing together like-minded students looking to collaborate, discuss and knowledge share on Body-Oriented Coaching themes.
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Events
Periodically run community wide events including ‘Ask Me Anything’ with Founder Nathan Blair, ‘Meet the Trainers’ giving you access to the faculty and resourceful interactive conferences like our ‘Embodied Business Symposium’ and 'Planet Somatic Summit.'
You'll become ICF-certified
The world’s first somatic coach training to be awarded a Level 2 accreditation by the International Coaching Federation. Our Level 2 training includes everything in ICF Level 1 – giving you a seamless, cost-effective path to certification without the need to upgrade later.
A globally recognised professional standard that signals credibility and quality
More opportunities with private clients, organisations, agencies and corporate settings
Greater trust at point of purchase for prospects who want to know you’re properly trained
Here's What Our Students Have Said About Us on Google
“The Somatic School felt like home from the very beginning. Every call welcomed me as I was and didn't ask me to be anything else but myself. I appreciate the community and the bond we cultivated throughout our time together.”
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“I just completed my second training through The Somatic School as a certified Body-Oriented Group Coach. As a holistic wellness coach I’m excited to invite body awareness practices into my current groups. Allowing the body to lead is a beautiful way to live more authentically!”
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“I am coming to the end of my training with The Somatic School and I can honestly say it has been a complete delight to do this course. This is different from other coach training. The training is experiential and you develop your own body intelligence as you develop your factual knowledge.”
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“I came to The Somatic School as a practising Certified Master Coach, Senior Yoga Teacher and trained dancer. As soon as I read the outline of the course, I knew it was for me! I'd been looking for something that would help me connect the dots between my own personal knowledge/experience..”
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“This course takes coaching to another level - the body's!
I came to this course whilst leaving the career behind with a knowing that there was more to me than I fully understood. That message came from my body's intelligence. :)”
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“I have loved every aspect of the learning with with somatic school. The weekend modules have been a highlight of my year! I wanted to be able to tap into my intuitive nature more whilst coaching and this course has given me to confidence, skills and reassurance to do that...”
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Why Should You Choose The Somatic School
Key Differentiator
OTHER PROGRAMS
Accreditation & Credibility
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First in the world to offer ICF Level 2 Accreditation for body-based coaching
May be unaccredited or only ICF Level 1; some focus on therapy or informal workshops
Training Focus
Professional somatic coach training with nervous system and embodiment science
Ranges from somatic therapy to mindset-based coaching to casual embodiment exposure
Depth & Rigor
Trauma-informed, experiential, structured learning pathway with live feedback
Often less structured or experiential; limited supervised practice or integration
Learning Style
“Revelatory” – experience first, then theory. Live Zoom cohorts with high-touch mentoring
Predominantly cognitive, short-form, or personality-led
Modality Integration
Modalities: Focusing, Hakomi, Gestalt, Constellations
Disciplines: Somatic Psychology, Mindfulness
Sciences: Polyvagal Theory, Interpersonal
Neurobiology, Embodied Cognition
All integrated into one coherent framework
Fragmented or single-modality focus; some siloed or academic-only content
Accessibility
Fully online, 6–12 month format for global access; flexible pacing
Many require travel to live locations without exception, are overly long, or less scalable
Professional Pathways
Clear roadmap: from training → certification
→ advanced programs
Limited or unclear progression beyond basic certification or CPD
Community & Belonging
Intimate cohorts (max 17), emotionally intelligent space, post-grad alumni network
Often larger, less intimate or support-focused; minimal long-term community structures
Brand Ethos
Poetic, grounded, inclusive: "Undoing the Great Separation" – prioritises wholeness, not fixing
Some skew corporate, others trend spiritual-lite or academic-heavy
Audience Fit
Career changers, embodied seekers, purpose-led professionals seeking depth and legitimacy
Some skew toward therapists, others cater to dabblers or short-course seekers
Certification Timeline
6–12 months to full ICF Level 2 accreditation
1-3+ years, or uncertified programs with no formal pathway
Training Team
Faculty-led live sessions, direct mentorship, feedback on real coaching
Some lack live training or rely heavily on pre-recorded founder content
Practice & Supervision
Students coach from Week 1; regular feedback loops and supervision
Often minimal supervised practice or theoretical-only training
Philosophical Positioning
Bodymind integration, nervous system-led presence, “nothing to fix” ethos
Others lean toward performance, pathology, or fragmented skillsets
Scalability & Global Reach
600+ graduates, 40+ cohorts, 30+ countries
— and growing globally
Mostly local, therapy-specific, or broad but informal
Here's What's Actually in the Course ————
MODULE 1
FOUNDATIONS
These are the Foundations upon which we will build your competency as a Body-Oriented Coach. Enabling you to:
MODULE 2
PRESENCE & SENSE
These are the Foundations upon which we will build your competency as a Body-Oriented Coach. Enabling you to:
MODULE 3
RESOURCE & REGULATE
These are the Foundations upon which we will build your competency as a Body-Oriented Coach. Enabling you to:
MODULE 4
ATTUNE & RESONATE
These are the Foundations upon which we will build your competency as a Body-Oriented Coach. Enabling you to:
MODULE 5
CONTACT & CONSTELLATE
These are the Foundations upon which we will build your competency as a Body-Oriented Coach. Enabling you to:
MODULE 6
EMBODY & INTEGRATE
These are the Foundations upon which we will build your competency as a Body-Oriented Coach. Enabling you to:
By the End of This Course You'll be Able to
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A Simple 3-step Process to Enrollment
1
Attend Free Taster Event
Reserve your place at the free live event for a firsthand experiential taster of body-oriented coaching – so you can sense whether it's right for you.
2
Speak To Our Team
After the event, book a short call with our team to ask questions, explore your goals and get clarity on fit and next steps.
3
Enrol On The Course
If it feels aligned, you’ll receive a clear invitation to enroll and join the next cohort — with support to help you get started smoothly.
Still Wondering if The Somatic School is Right for You?
The Somatic School is right for you if:
You want to get a consistent flow of clients
You’re looking to build a thriving, sustainable coaching business
You’re ready to enjoy your coaching practice more
You want to become a Certified Body-Oriented Coach
You may already be a professional coach
You’re a therapist or counsellor
You want a roadmap to a future-proofed coaching career
The Somatic School might NOT be for you if:
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You’re seeking somatic therapy training, rather than coach training
You’re looking for trauma healing training
You don’t feel a calling to be of service to others
You don’t imagine ever coaching professionally with the body in mind
You’re not interested in bridging divides, loving well, or trusting the flow of life
You have an “I already know this” attitude
You’re seeking personal healing only
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