Somatic Depths Wellness Practitioner Certification
Our Wellness Leadership & Transformational Coaching Certification is an invitation to embark on a profound journey of personal and professional growth. Whether you are a yoga teacher, holistic health practitioner, or someone passionate about wellness, this course will guide you in cultivating the tools, skills, and mindset to become a heart-centered leader and transformative coach.
Through a blend of personal transformation and professional coaching techniques, this program will empower you to lead others with confidence, clarity, and compassion. By the end of this journey, you’ll be equipped with the skills to guide individuals and groups toward holistic health and profound life change—starting with yourself.
- Step into your role as a Heart Space Wellness Leader & Transformational Coach, ready to guide others with confidence and compassion.
- Be empowered to support both individuals and groups in creating meaningful and lasting changes, helping them reach their health and life goals.
- Have a deep well of holistic tools, coaching techniques, and wellness practices, all rooted in heart-centered approaches, to create positive, impactful transformations for yourself and others.
Our programs are here to guide you on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. We invite you to reconnect with your inner light, find your unique gifts, and embrace the beautiful power of your voice. Through this process, you’ll not only gain confidence in yourself and your worth, but also learn how to share that light with the world around you. The tools and wisdom you’ll receive in this program will support you not only in your practice, but in all aspects of your life—your career, relationships, and personal growth.
Our next Wellness Coach Certification Course will begin January, 2026.
We are so proud of our graduates, who continue to inspire us with the incredible things they’re doing for themselves and their communities. Their journeys are a beautiful reflection of the growth and transformation that happens here, and we’re grateful to be part of that.
Course Information
Throughout the program, you’ll embark on a deeply transformative journey that will not only enhance your coaching abilities but also empower your own personal growth. Each week, you’ll join us for a 90 minute Zoom session where we’ll explore essential wellness concepts and coaching skills. These sessions are designed to offer a blend of active learning and reflection, giving you the opportunity to integrate and apply the material into your daily life. You’ll be supported by a compassionate community that encourages self-reflection, personal practice, and collective growth. Between sessions, you’ll have time to dive deeper into your learning through personal reflection and light assignments, reinforcing your understanding of each topic.
A few important details:
- Weekly Zoom calls will be held once a week for 90 minutes. Dates and times will be announced soon!
- Throughout the program, you’ll have weekly reading and moderate assignments that will support your learning and growth.
- The program is divided into key modules, including Holistic Wellness Practices, Coaching Methodologies, Emotional & Somatic Awareness, and Business Skills for Transformation.
- To complete the certification, you’ll need to attend all weekly sessions and complete your assignments within the specified timeframe.
Training Schedule: This program runs over the course of 34 weeks, with one 90-minute Zoom call each week. Sessions are thoughtfully designed to fit into your busy life while providing consistent support as you move through the course. Dates and times will be announced soon!
In keeping with our values of openness and accessibility, the total cost for the program is $5,997 (or $4,997 for previous H.E.A.L. participants). We are proud to offer grant scholarships through VSAC (see bottom of the page). We also offer a sliding scale pricing option for eligible students paying out of pocket. Our goal is to ensure that financial concerns never stand in the way of your personal growth and the wisdom you have to offer the world. All course materials are yours to keep for life, so you’ll have everything you need to continue growing long after the program ends.
Upon completion, you will be honored with a virtual graduation ceremony, and be a certified wellness leader and transformational coach, ready to share your light with others if you choose.
Program Focus Areas:
WEEKS 1-5: Foundational Practices for Wellness
In this foundational phase, we’ll explore what it truly means to be trauma-informed as a wellness leader. You’ll learn how to guide meditation and simple yoga and breathwork practices that support physical healing and regulate the nervous system. We’ll also dive into somatic intelligence and awareness, honing movement practices that foster deep connection with your body. By studying the Koshas and Chakra/Subtle Energy systems, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the layers that make up our holistic being, setting the stage for transformative change in yourself and your clients.
WEEKS 5-12: Developing Coaching Skills
The art of coaching is rooted in deep listening and awareness. During this phase, you’ll refine your coaching skills, learning to create awareness and handle resistance with compassion. We’ll explore the ethics of coaching, focusing on equality and removing biases, while understanding how to reframe challenges and mindset. The art of the strategy session will be a key focus, where you’ll learn how to guide your clients through powerful shifts and manage coaching enrollment with ease. You’ll emerge with a toolbox of effective coaching strategies, ready to serve your clients on their wellness journey.
WEEKS 12-15: Rhythmic Living & Circadian Medicine
In this segment, you’ll explore the principles of rhythmic living and circadian medicine, learning how to reset and detoxify the body through the wisdom of nature. You’ll activate your signature detox program, incorporating daily self-care practices (Dinacharya) that will become an integral part of your wellness offerings. This phase will support you in creating practices that honor the body’s natural rhythms, helping your clients integrate holistic wellness into their daily routines.
WEEKS 15-20: Emotional Regulation & Transformation
Transformation is not only physical but deeply emotional. During this segment, we’ll dive into emotional regulation and explore resistance archetypes that can prevent change. By studying the science of habit change, you’ll learn how to identify and remove obstacles to health. You’ll also discover powerful tools like EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) for shifting awareness and energy, while deepening your connection to your own intuition and somatic wisdom. Through somatic breathwork and trauma/stress release practices, you’ll learn to guide yourself and your clients through emotional shifts, creating a safe space for deep healing.
WEEKS 20-30: Integrating Practices & Ritual
In this transformative phase, we’ll focus on integrating physical, mental, and energetic practices that support holistic wellness. We’ll explore the importance of ritual, learning how to incorporate meaningful practices into your personal coaching sessions. By developing Somatic IQ and communication skills, you’ll refine your relationship and coaching abilities, ensuring effective and transformative sessions for your clients. As you review your coaching toolbox, we’ll also introduce your practicum and certification evaluations, where you’ll showcase your learning through video content, written assignments, and your final project—designing a unique coaching offering.
WEEKS 30-34: The Business of Wellness & Coaching
In the final weeks of your journey, we’ll shift focus to the practicalities of building a successful coaching business. You’ll learn how to get started and explore the many opportunities for wellness in our communities. In collaboration with wellness entrepreneur April Zjiako, you’ll gain insight into the essentials of creating and growing a rooted business. As you prepare for the next chapter of your professional life, we’ll also celebrate your accomplishments with an Online Graduation Ceremony to honor your journey and transformation.
F.A.Q.
How do virtual classes work?
We keep things simple and accessible. Once you’ve completed your registration, you’ll have access to our instructional dashboard, where all class materials will be available. Classes themselves are hosted on Zoom, making it easy to join from wherever you are.
What equipment will I need?
All you really need is a device to access the program, whether it’s a computer, tablet, or phone. For the best experience, we recommend having a yoga mat and a couple of blocks on hand. If you're just starting out and don't have these yet, no worries—we can chat and help you figure out what might work best for you.
Will classes be recorded and accessible later?
Great question! If you’re taking the program for Life Enrichment, everything you need will be available for you to access on the platform at your convenience. For those in the Yoga Certification Program, we are required to capture 20 live hours with each student, so you'll need to be present for the live Zoom sessions. Anything else we offer will be recorded and accessible for you to revisit anytime on the platform.
What technology is required?
You’ll need a dependable device with internet access, along with a microphone and camera so we can connect easily during our virtual sessions.
Get Your Training Costs Covered:
We are committed to making this transformative experience accessible to all. Through the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), you may be eligible for a non-degree grant scholarship that could fully cover the cost of this program. We are so grateful to offer this opportunity, making it easier for those who feel called to this work to join our community and begin their journey.
Interested in More?
If you participate in our H.E.A.L. program, you’ve taken a meaningful first step toward deepening your wellness journey. To honor that commitment and support your continued growth, we’re happy to offer you a $1,000 discount on our Somatic Depths Wellness Coach Certification program if you take our H.E.A.L. Course (next class in November, 2025). This is our way of acknowledging your dedication to wellness and empowering you as you take the next step in your transformation.