- An Introduction to Somatic Yoga

Somatic Yoga is a synergy of traditional flowing yoga practices and the core somatic knowledge drawn from the Feldenkrais Method, Continuum and breathing work according to Prof. Ilse Middendorf, combined with experiential anatomy and embodied teaching strategies. The Somatic Yoga Foundation Training at the Somatic Academy Berlin teaches yoga in accordance with BDY standards, with a strong emphasis on body awareness and embodied anatomical and physiological experiential knowledge. The foundation training is certified by the Somatic Academy and qualifies participants to teach Somatic Yoga. Membership of the Professional Association of Yoga Teachers (BDYoga) is available.

Online mini-workshops on Somatic Yoga to get you started:

7 October, 18:00 – 20:00 – online: Yoga – Experiential Breathing Synergy with Marion Evers
Breathing work based on the methods of Prof. Ilse Middendorf offers an exciting and sensitive alternative in yoga to the classical ‘directing’ of the breath (pranayama), ultimately leading to the experience of ‘allowing’ the breath to flow deeply. Both ways of connecting with our breath can be experienced and applied in yoga classes.

4 November, 18:00 – 20:00 – online: Yoga-Feldenkrais Synergy with Marion Evers & Katja Münker-Harder
The Feldenkrais Method supports neuromuscular reorganisation and learning through movement, guided by the principle of the ‘easiest path’. Through this interplay, yoga can become both effortless and stable, whilst being filled with individual vitality.


A great opportunity for those interested in the Yoga Basics training programme to experience somatic synergies and get to know the trainers!!!