I love that the training is informative and experiential, allowing participants to connect and bond with one another along the way. As a student, teacher, and practioner that has previously preferred in person training and and classes, I was blown away by how much connection and community was made through an online platform. My favorite was the exercises we did early in the training that allowed me to see hidden parts that needed to be seen.

I have trained in so many modalities in my 20 plus career in psychology, none have been as mutually beneficial to my clients as well as my own personal journey as Soma+IQ. If you have the opportunity to complete the hybrid program, make it happen. Both are special containers that allow you to work with clients in both an in-person or virtual format. The community is the most amazing part of Soma+IQ, from the mentors to my fellow practitioners, I always felt supported and informed. This is the best decision I have made both personally and professionally in a very long time!

I truly cherish the connections we've made, and I especially enjoy the breakout rooms. The knowledge and technology we've explored have not only helped me become a better practitioner but have also reinforced my current practices. Thank you!

My clients are women who are healing from abuse, trauma, dis-regulated nervous systems, chronic health issues, etc. Some of the approaches to somatics and or breath work are aggressive and in my opinion, have un-necessary approaches that can lead to harm rather than restoration and healing. Soma+IQ is the perfect balance of safety, self leadership and practitioner support that EVERYONE can benefit from. Without hesitation, this is the class and certification you have been looking for. Adding this certification to my repertoire was exactly as I had hoped and more! The benefits of being in this class will continue, for me and my clients.

Thanks to Soma+IQ, I learnt so much more about my nervous system, how to activate and regulate it, meta skills and how to be in service to others. How to feel people and be felt, being present and dedicated to this practice. I really liked the 3 first weeks that were very profound for me. The teachers are excellent and this specific breathwork works beautifully on people around me.

Excellent training, teachers, and program. I learned a ton from the online course, and the in-person training took it to the next level. The hands-on touch training was worth the price of admission alone, and all of the additional modules helped me to tune into myself and others in a way I haven't been able to before. The sincerity and passion with which the training was delivered really drove home the lessons and the motivation for sharing this work with others. I can't say enough good things about my experience with Soma+IQ and am very excited to share what I've learned with others. Aside from the training being fun and engaging, it was presented in a way that kept things moving and there was never a feeling of "hurry up and get to the good stuff" because it was all curated and presented so well. Finally, I met some wonderful people, both learners and teachers. Expectations met and greatly exceeded. Thank you!

How Breath Saved Me Twice: My Journey with Soma+IQ After my grandmother passed away, I went into survival mode. Grief didn’t get space to breathe. It rolled straight into chaos, violence, and abuse in my family and at home. I was navigating instability, betrayal, greed, hostility, and an environment that kept me stuck in a trauma loop I couldn’t seem to break. There were days I didn’t know how I was going to keep going, only that I needed to do it for my two little girls. After months away, I opened Facebook in a numb doom-scroll haze, and the first post was Nadeem asking, ‘What do you have to lose?’ (I should mention that I had never even heard the word “somatic” before that moment. His 3-min video appearing on a timeline full of depression and mental health memes felt almost absurd.) Anyway, at that moment, the question felt literal and I weighed that question against my tomorrow. I signed up for the 3-day workshop that day. Within minutes of the first call opening, I knew this wasn’t random. It didn’t feel like marketing. It felt like alignment. The energy was grounded and real. No performance. No spiritual bypassing. Just presence, truth, and nervous system safety offered by complete strangers- completely different than the only people I had ever known and spent my entire life feeling harmed or ignored by. When the online course was offered at the end of the day, I was hit with the "full body yes" and immediately used the humble life insurance left to me by my grandmother to enroll. It felt sacred — like investing her final gift into breaking survival patterns and choosing healing instead. The one thing she had always encouraged me to do: Learn as much as I could, break the family cycle of addiction and self-sabotage, and set myself (and my girls) free. It wasn't until just now, while writing this, that I fully realized why they tell us to "always listen to the full-body-yes"- our bodies are more intelligent than our minds could ever be when it comes to our best interests. The journey wasn’t smooth. My home environment remained unstable and challenged my intentions daily. Promised childcare fell through immediately the day the online classes began. I was trying to study regulation while actively dysregulated in my own life. I rapidly began falling behind in the course and felt discouraged. In November, I reached out to the team, feeling nearly defeated, and asked if I could shift from the online program into the February in-person training. They said yes—no questions asked. Their only goal was to support me, however that looked, to make this work as accessible as possible for me to complete it in my own unpredictable and chaotic timeline. That “yes” mattered more than they probably know. Their constant flexibility and consistent support during a time when I felt trapped in perpetual crisis became a stabilizer for me. Even when my personal life felt like it was unraveling, there was this steady thread of belief, structure, and encouragement reminding me that I could keep moving forward. February's training dates landed directly over my grandmother’s birthday and my first daughter’s birthday. The symbolism was not lost on me. The in-person training was the most intense and powerfully positive experience of my life. Meeting my mentors — and discovering they are even more genuine, gentle, and grounded in person than they appear online — changed something fundamental in me. There is no façade. No inflated persona. No hidden agenda. They are not personalities only trying to sell something. Then, being surrounded by over 30 people who were simply there to serve, to hold space, to care without ego — forever shifted my understanding of community. For the first time in my life, I felt I was standing among people like me. People who welcomed, admired, and applauded me for exactly the way I am. People who expressed unprompted and genuine gratitude for the simple experience of meeting me and hearing my ugly story unfiltered. I realized something profound: I am not alone. This work accessed places within me that therapy, medication, psychedelics, and survival strategies never could. It didn’t numb me or distract me. It taught me that my body was carrying answers — that through breath, I could access clarity, release, and strength from within. When I returned "home" from the in-person, I became immediately and deeply aware that this place was no longer fitting for me. The place I'd lived my entire life had not grown with me and it is time to move on, up and out. I began taking steps to move myself to a healthier, lighter, and more comfortable environment. I am building my own business to spread this new light to others rather than remaining "trapped" in the weight I could not identify before. I have now enrolled in Level 2 and cannot wait to see what Denver has in store for me and my future. ----- TLDR; Soma+IQ didn’t magically remove my circumstances. But it stabilized me enough to start making different choices. This work saved my life. This team didn’t rescue me — they reflected my power back to me when I couldn’t see it myself. And through that, I saved my life. And the most profound part of all is this: And maybe the deepest gift of this work has been remembering where my story even began… I was born without breath. My mother was only fifteen and barely weighed 100 pounds. During delivery, both of our hearts stopped. They prioritized her survival. I was set off to the side — assumed lost. Somewhere in the chaos, her heart began beating again. Somewhere after the chaos subsided, I finally cried out. The breath that brought me into this world — the breath that told them, “Hey. I’m here.” — is the exact same breath that carries me through each day. Every struggle. Every joy. Every grief. Every ounce of gratitude. Every single day. And now I understand: The thing that "saved" me at birth is the same thing that continues to carry me now. Every time I choose to breathe — truly breathe with awareness — I create space within myself to be (re)born as a more conscious vessel of divine life.

I really loved this training and highly recommend it to anyone interested in becoming a breathwork practitioner. From the technical breathwork content to the experiential exercises to the energy in the room, it far exceeded my expectations. The whole week, including each day's programming, was so thoughtfully designed and you could 100% feel that.

I think the largest impact for me was the ability to hold sacred space and what that means on all levels. That being able to do that from a calm regulated state is so important from the moments even before your client comes. I think this work is good for any human being living a human experience. Its mind boggling to realize how many people actually do not have regulated nervous systems and the impact it has on the world. My favorite part of the training was the combination of learning styles. I like the partner exercise and as uncomfortable as it is I like that they are designed to create vulnerability for the knowing of being a student and understanding your clients. I love the integrity of the teachers. I think anyone can benefit from this work, and I like the different aspects of being able to use this work stand alone or with another modality. This has personally changed me in understanding myself on a whole new level in addition to be able to embody it and bring it into my personal and professional world.

This training pushed me through some personal limitations and allowed me to embrace my weaknesses as well as my strengths. It has provided me with a wealth of information and insight to not only somatic breath work as a practice but for life in general. I am grateful for these past 12 weeks and am actually said that its coming to an end.

Somatic breathwork was transformational the first time I experienced it as a participant, but the training took everything to the next level, giving me new tools for connection and attunement in not only breathwork sessions, but everyday life. I am excited about using somatic breathwork and other tools to help high-performing creative and tech professionals move beyond blockages, heal their nervous systems and live life fully.

Thursday’s optional sessions were my favorite. The mood was lo-key. And I found myself leaving them inspired and going deeper in my joy of the work.

I attended the online training. The mentors/ facilitators were amazing teachers. I have such a better understanding of how this practice works and cant wait to start using in my own business!

My favorite part of the training was the somatic relating exercises in the beginning. I have been a massage therapist for many years and very used to holding space for people in their healing process. I am now a life coach and holding space in a different way and these exercises were incredibly helpful in deepening the experience for both my clients and I...both in coaching and in the work I will be doing as a breathwork facilitator. I also noticed that it really helped me to connect to people in my personal circle and has helped to change some relationships in very positive ways. I think this training allows us to connect to ourselves in such deep ways and it teaches us how to relate to others that fosters positive connection and effective communication. Highly recommended life training really...even if one doesn't plan to be a breathwork facilitator. This way of relating to others somatically is really helpful in all aspects of life.

The Power of Presence! To move towards greater alignment with myself and then attunement with others. This is a beautiful Gift to give oneself and to share with others.

This training had a profound impact on my life. The breathwork itself has helped me integrate so much of myself, but the training really helps ground everything in. I feel more calm, more present, and ready to be a safe space for someone else who is ready to integrate, too. This training was a deep dive into my own growth, and I'm hoping to spread this newfound radiance like a domino effect with others.

The biggest realization for me was how much of my experience is happening in my body, not just my mind. The moments where I could feel shifts happening in real time, whether it was through breath, awareness, or connection, were really powerful. I think anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or like they’re constantly in their head would really benefit from this. It gives you tools to regulate yourself, understand your patterns, and respond to life in a more grounded way. But beyond that, it changes how you relate to people, you become a better listener, more patient, and more present.

The perfect balanced breathwork method. Working on the 2 sides of the nervous system sympathic and parasympathetic not only concentrated on one side like other methods. Has help me tremendously with my recent burnout. Looking forward to working on myself and helping others.

I'm a bodyworker and this type of breathwork feels just as deep as any of my somatic bodywork sessions, or deeper!! It gives you exactly what you need, in every single session <3 What a gift it is to be able to facilitate this connection to mind, body and spirit. Thank you, Soma+IQ!!

Soma IQ has impacted my life in a way I don’t think words can fully hold… but I’ll try. This isn’t just breathwork. It’s not just something you “do” to feel better for an hour. This work reaches into the way you relate… the way you respond… the way you hold yourself and others. It has shifted me. And because of that… it has shifted my family. The way I show up with my kids is different. There’s more awareness… more presence… more space between reaction and response. And what’s been the most powerful… is seeing this ripple into my son. He recently had an experience at school where an adult overstepped his boundaries… and instead of shutting down or reacting… he stayed connected to himself. He spoke up. He held his ground. He moved through it in a way that was grounded… embodied… and clear. That didn’t come from being told what to say. That came from what he’s been feeling and learning through me. That’s the impact of this work. It integrates into your nervous system… into your relationships… into your lineage. This isn’t surface level change. This is the kind of work that changes how your children experience themselves… and how they move through the world. And that… to me… is everything. I truly believe this is something that will carry into my kids… and their kids. This work is real. And it matters. Beyond grateful for this experience ♥️♥️♥️

This practitioner training has been phenomenal. I've grown as a practitioner as I've healed throughout the training. I really appreciate the accessibility of the materials through online modules and live virtual classes that could be attended live or viewed as replays. This enabled me to fit the deep learning into my busy schedule as I needed to, while staying up-to-date with the course. The humanity shared powerfully and vulnerably by each mentor made it possible for students to do the same. I'm hooked and cannot wait to continue expanding my learning of Soma+IQ Breathwork as I now complete my practicum sessions and begin adding this modality to my therapy and coaching practice. Heartfelt thanks to the entire team and community!

I enjoyed the breakout room exercises working with practicing the material with others in my class. It was great experiential learning and bond forming.

Absolutely loved this course, I learnt so much. Its the first course I completely let go of control or expectations. I learnt so much about myself and how easy it is to connect to strangers. I've left with my confidence in myself and cant wait to hold space for people. Thanks soma iq team

This training has landed me deeper into my true self that is transforming all of my relationships on a very deep level. I am so grateful for the witnessing in the container and how we were all brought along so effectively.

The online training has been the greatest, most loving thing I have ever done for myself. I've been able to move things through and integrate some immense blocks that have challenged me for most of my life. I am so grateful for Steven and the mentors and what I have learned from them. And not just the information and instruction, but for the safety that they have all created here. I have never experienced anything like it. I am finally on a path of joy and service, and I can't wait! I wish everyone could experience this training. It is an absolute life changer!

Somatic breathwork addresses emotional and mental baggage that effects your life in ways you are not conscious of and gets you to communicate with your higher yourself so that you can clearly see the past to a better life

I took the online soma+IQ training and it was a beautiful experience! It was amazing to be surrounded by so many like minded individuals, wanting to learn how to better harness their energy to hold space for others. I enjoyed the somatic relating portion of the class, and really enjoyed practicing and getting to know others in the training.

i would recommend this course to anyone who really wants to do breathwork as a stand alone or added to there practice. this course gives you the scientific knowledge and information of the body and nervous system and really allows you to understand more why/what your doing. the only thing i would change is having 3 instead of 2 classes during the week when doing the hands on breakout rooms for practicing the actual sessions. i feel most of us would feel more prepared. other then that i love the team and how attentive everyone is.

This training has changed my life in so many ways. I’ve been disconnected from my body, numb to my emotions and forgot my sense of self for many years of my life due to trauma and stress. I had been going to therapy, however I felt stuck with my progress. During the first three weeks of training, I quickly noticed that I was personally making so much progress with completing the somatic practices with my partner- I felt safe enough to connect not only with a complete stranger but with my body and sense of self right from the beginning. My favorite part of this training is the somatic-focused approach. Although I learned a lot intellectually, I believe I gained more from the embodied wisdom that was shared and demonstrated all through the training. The mentors presence and attunement was nothing I’ve experienced before always created a safe container for us to learn and grow. Although I came into this training to learn a modality to eventually offer to the community, I quickly realized that I would gain so much more on a personal level than I could have ever imagined. Thank you so much for putting so much thought and effort into every aspect of this training- it has truly changed my life.

Testimonial – Somatic IQ Breathwork Training | Phoenix ~ Tammy Feltner Attending the in-person Somatic IQ Breathwork training in Phoenix was truly transformational for me.🤍 The largest realization I had was how deeply the body holds intelligence, and how much we can access when we feel safe enough to listen. I attended the 12-week online training and I’ve been practicing and facilitating breathwork. This training deepened my understanding of the nervous system, trauma-informed facilitation, and the profound wisdom stored in the soma. It wasn’t just about learning a technique… it was about embodying the work at an entirely new level. My favorite part of the training was the experiential components. Being both participant and facilitator allowed me to feel the subtle nuances of what clients may experience — the emotional releases, the quiet insights, the stored energy surfacing for integration. There was such a powerful balance of science, structure, and sacred space. The in-person container created connection, safety, and authenticity that elevated the entire experience. I also loved the depth of community. Being in a room of like-hearted individuals who are committed to growth, healing, and service was incredibly expansive. The energy in the space was grounded, intentional, and deeply supportive. Anyone who works with people — coaches, healers, therapists, stylists, leaders — or anyone on their own personal growth journey would benefit from this training. It gives you tools to regulate your own nervous system, hold safe space for others, and truly understand how the body processes and releases stored stress and trauma. This isn’t just a breathwork certification. It’s a personal evolution and a professional expansion. I left the training feeling more confident, more embodied, and even more aligned with the work I’m here to do. Thank you and I look forward to learning more from Somatic IQ.🤍

First, I want to say thank you to the entire team! You’ve each impacted me in such a significant way. I’ve heard several of the things taught in class before but in this safe container, my SOUL heard them. ❤️ I walked into training completely intimidated, telling myself that I wasn’t qualified. What I discovered is that I have been living a completely fear based life. I walked away knowing I can do this! I’m finding myself and soon, I’ll be able to create a space where others can too. I’ve found a community that I can share for a lifetime! Anyone thinking they’re not ready or not good enough, you ARE! Trust the process and trust YOURSELF!

I have been a certified practitioner since 2022 after completing the online training at the end of 2021, and I recently attended the in person training. My intention was to fully receive as a student again without having any expectations as I've held space for almost 1,000 people over the past 3 years. I received more than I could have ever imagined! I loved reviewing the curriculum again as a way to refine my own practice. I loved connecting with the most beautiful humans in this incredible community. But mostly, I loved reconnecting with the power of Somatic Breathwork. The medicine we give is the medicine we need to receive. This training reminded me of how sacred this work truly is, it deepened my connection to myself, to this human experience, and it helped me express what had been suppressed. I feel more rooted in my aliveness and now I have more clarity around how I want to serve/ leave an impact in this world. Yes this is a Somatic Breathwork training, but in reality, in felt like a "Life/ How to Human" Training. I couldn't be more grateful to be a part of this community and to be able to walk this path of service through holding space for others and guiding them home to their true self through the power of the breath. My heart is so full!

The impact this training has had on me is tremendous. I feel better within myself to help others. My energy had shifted for the better when helping others. I recommend taking both the in person and online trainings because they are slightly different and fill in gaps of knowledge.

Like somatic breathwork itself, this training provides a channel for opening the heart and the mind, for connecting deeper to yourself and others, and for discovering empathy and compassion internally and externally. I loved everything about the training, from the beginning exercises to the gradual unfolding of knowledge and wisdom to be able to lead a practice. As a holistic health practitioner, I see firsthand that the body can't heal until the nervous system is regulated - and somatic breathwork is such an amazing tool for this. Whether you take this training for yourself or to support others, it will be a profound experience.

Soma+IQ changed my life and how i show up in the world. They gave me my choice back a gift that I intend to pass on to others. Life changing for the better the practice and community have touched my frozen heart and melted it . I can feel again

The favorite part about training was the family aspect of our community. There was an element of transparency and authenticity within each member of the cohort and the instructors, so what could have been intimidating (as an introvert), I have felt loved, valued, and cared for during this entire training. I will greatly miss being with each of you every week! The actual delivery of materials and presentations were exceptional and the ability of each instructor to clearly explain and teach each component of the training was thorough and understandable! I would highly recommend this training to anyone interested in a trauma informed modality to help with healing and growth in many areas!

The online training has prepared me for so much more than 'just' becoming a breathwork facilitator. I know better how to relate to others, stay in my centre and hold space without getting caught up in the energy or story of another. I'm walking away with new skills that will support actually being able to go out in the world and share an offering, rather than just completing another training or module and not really knowing what to do with it. Thank you guys, it's an honour to have spent these months together and to now go out into the world and continue sharing somatiq breathwork.

The largest impact of joining this training was the deep connection to myself. Learning how to listen and actually feel my body by creating space and choice. Its opened my world up to deep connection within so I can attune to others and hold space with greater compassion.

I really didn't know what to expect but this has far surpassed my expectation. I think I found a way into helping people that I have been searching for. I Have learned and grown so much and believe in what somatic breathwork can do for all of us in this chaotic world. Thank you all for an amazing journey and I look forward to giving back to my community.

The program is awesome; it showed me things about myself that I wasn't aware of. It's a great introduction to breath work. All the mentors have been caring, compassionate and knowledgeable. They go above and beyond to help and train. I feel confident in holding a session.

Beautiful training and beautiful souls instructing. I would recommend this course to anyone. I felt to held and am so excited to be leaving with a community for support.

I thoroughly enjoyed this training so much. The mentors were amazing, so warm and inviting. I love how it was structured and how it all came together in the end. I feel confident going into my practicum that I know how to conduct a proper breathwork session. I'm so excited to use this creative and healing modality to help people. You guys are the best. I have truly loved this experience and and am so grateful. Find me over at Lauren Cureton, Breath & Sound Collective:)

I really enjoyed that the focus was on learning by learning about yourself. At first, it doesn't make sense but as you continue to work through the course, you start to notice how you're shifting in life. The skills are one thing, but in reality, we all heal ourselves. It more important to become a safe and regulated container, than it is to actually teach anyone anything. Everyone comes to their own realizations, we're just an avenue and present a tool for them to get there. Thank you! Also, thank you so much for offering the guest pass. I wouldn't be here otherwise, yet now am genuinely excited and will be facilitating this work.

While it is true that this course provides a platform to become a certified somatic breath work practitioner, it really should be considered an instructional course on being a better, more fully realized human being. The benefits of this course go way beyond just the breath work.

my favorite part of the training was the first 4 weeks of self development. There is such an opportunity to learn and grow as a person, an entrepreneur, a parent, coach, partner, or whatever you want to become when you go through this program.

This Training has been ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! All of the Mentors are Professional, Full of Wisdom and Genuinely CARING. I knew that I had a separate Breathing Journey with my grief after losing my toddler Son, Bodhe. This has brought further self-awareness to me personally and as a coach. My Nervous System is so GRATEFUL and I believe that the world can HEAL from this practice. Thank you for all that you do!!! Much Love ~ Arie Matisse

The first 3 weeks of learning the meta skills were unexpected yet some of the most powerful zoom sessions I've experienced. I finally understood pieces of my own heart and soul that were waiting to be witnessed. I've never felt this level of safety within a teaching container. I've always been a highly sensitive being, an empath who deeply feels for and with people. For the first time in my life, I felt seen and understood in the way I wish I always could feel. I'm speaking from 12 years of being a student of life, taking one certification after another. The level of wisdom, depth and care the mentors brought to this space was phenomenal. I felt like I was sitting amongst greatness, no ego, no facades, real, genuine humanness. This is so rare to experience. It's what we need in the world.

I entered this training expecting it to be centered around the practice and scripts. The first third of the training initially seemed out of place but was invaluable for gaining deeper understanding around somatic relating and being able to be a strong container for clients. Not something I considered going into this, and very grateful that it was included and driven home so hard. I got a ton out of the container work and somatic relating; that was probably my favorite part in hindsight, even though it wasn't initially very interesting on paper. Others can benefit from this training by learning about the holistic approach to the techniques. It's not just about breath, its about integrating the full spectrum of practice around breath that will allow others to get the most out of it. I'm very impressed with the training and would definitely recommend it to others,

Somatic IQ Breathwork course has help me personally strengthen my body, mind and spirit. The course is well taught with great mentor instruction. The cohort bonding is the best not only to practice the modality but building great friendships.

Soma IQ breathwork training helped me connect more deeply to myself and my body in a way I hadn’t experienced before. Breathwork has been a powerful healing modality for me, and Soma IQ feels different — more embodied, intuitive, and transformative. Through this training, I developed a stronger relationship with my body and learned how to truly listen to it. I look forward to sharing this practice with my clients and supporting them in reconnecting more deeply with themselves.

The biggest realization for me was understanding how much I had been living in my nervous system without realizing it. Breathwork showed me, in a very real and embodied way, how my body has been holding stress, protection, and emotion, sometimes far longer than my mind could remember. It helped me feel instead of analyze, release instead of suppress, and trust my body as an ally rather than something I needed to control. That alone has shifted how I move through my daily life.

The largest impact I felt and had was learning how to create and develop my own container. I loved the exercises and methods used to learn.

I have been part of the online training and I am so incredibly happy and grateful that I found this school. I have done a lot of inner work over the years and yet I have gained so many important and new puzzle pieces and insights with the training and with the breathwork. I love this way of working and I am really looking forward to spreading Soma IQ breathwork further.

My hopes for the training were to feel more in my life, to breathe deeper, and to heal my nervous system. I know I am connecting to myself in a deeper way, as those in my life have commented on a change within me and calmness. I see it in my co-regulation with the autistic children I am working with and the horses. They are a direct mirror for me.

This training allowed me to tap deep within myself and grant me the permission to show up in a raw emotional way, and allow myself to let go of what does not serve me anymore. Helps me grow in becoming the best version of who I am.

Soma+IQ Breathwork has been deeply supportive in my personal development journey. It gave me the permission and the structure to truly open up, feel, and commit to a healing practice. Having a clear timeline and container kept me accountable. I didn’t just learn about breathwork, I learned how to embody it. The personal growth alone would have made this training worthwhile, and on top of that, I gained the skills and confidence to facilitate for others. The mentors are incredibly supportive, grounded, and present, and the community is truly special. Every class felt like a safe, nurturing space filled with care, trust, and so much love. I’m deeply grateful for this experience and would recommend it to anyone looking to deepen their connection to themselves while learning a powerful modality to support others.

This training is excellent! The facilitators are professional and absolute experts in what they do. Their approach to brethwork is simple, approachable and impactful and I am so excited to bring this to my community. There is so much power in simply focusing on our breath.

Hello, I attended the in person training in November 2025 in Austin, TX. The largest impact was being able to recognize the beauty and healing in myself and others and how much we need each other to help clear out suppressed emotions and stress by using the power of breath. My favorite part about the training was the somatic awareness and practice exercises. I learned that I am able to attune and stay in attunement with my beloved, adult children, grandchildren, friends, clients and community. People can benefit from taking this training to learn about the nervous system and how to activate, listen and re-pattern themselves. That way people can be there for one another. People can feel each others commitment to one another with love. are awesome!

To everyone on the Soma+IQ squad, The in-person training was truly an awesome experience. It was a fascinating view into our personal and shared experiences, and the insights that came from it have been powerful and even life-altering. Mt biggest takeaway is that you all embody a beautiful sense of self. And collectively, it was a pleasure to watch how you all interact. It was a beautiful display of what it can look like when people are truly synced up with each other, working for something they care about, and supporting and encouraging each other along the way. Thank you all for embodying what you're sharing with us and the world. With my deepest respect, Scott

This training was incredibly powerful and transformational — and definitely the BEST out of all the trainings and certifications I have done! It has given me practical tools to not only support my own growth and expansion, but also hold space for loved ones and clients with more confidence, presence, and love. It has deepened my understanding of the nervous system, somatics, and how to guide and support people in emotional release and authentic expression. Doing this in person made it even more special and memorable because it reminded me of the power of human connection and doing this important work in community, heart to heart. Practicing the tools and techniques we learned (including hands on touch) on each other was also incredibly helpful and gave me the confidence to now hold sessions for others. My favorite parts were the hands on practices and exercises in small groups and with partners during the training, especially holding and receiving a full breathwork session on the last day! This was truly transformational and eye-opening for me. This training is SO much more than breathwork — it really is the foundation for living a more aligned, present, and fulfilling life. It helps you expand your capacity to feel and hold yourself in the full range of emotions, and as a result, hold others in their unique expression as well. And it allows you to move through life (and all its challenges, ups and downs) with more ease, trust, inner peace, and compassion. It has changed how I approach my personal life and my work as a somatic practitioner going forward, and I know it will change the lives of so many others! I am beyond grateful that I got to experience and go through this amazing and important training! Huge THANKS to the entire SomatIQ team, and all the participants in my group who made it so potent and special!

I had a truly transformative experience in the Soma + IQ training. The program challenged me in all the right ways, helping me develop stronger self-awareness, emotional clarity and the ability to respond rather than react in difficult situations. The tools and practices I learned have made a meaningful impact on both my personal and professional life, allowing me to feel more grounded, confident, and intentional. Anyone seeking growth- whether in leadership, communication, or personal development this could benefit enormously from this training. It offers practical techniques, powerful insights, and a supportive environment that empowers you to become the best version of yourself. Thank you to the Soma + IQ team for everything!

1. The largest impact for me was the feeling of community-with strangers! Everyone was so kind and encouraging. 2. My favorite part about the training was the hands on experience and the Journey! 3. This training can benefit everyone, personally and professionally. Do it!

Through this somatic training course, the greatest gift I’ve received has been a heightened sense of awareness and presence. Throughout the day, I now find myself checking in more often, being mindful of my breath, my voice, my emotions, the sensations in my body, and the story playing in my mind. This has profoundly improved the quality of my life and the way I show up for myself, my friends, my family, and my clients. One of my favorite parts of the training was the breakout room connections. I loved getting to interact with different energies and souls. It’s such a beautiful and powerful way to learn and grow, even in an online setting. I truly believe that everyone could benefit from this experience in one form or another. At its core, the Art of Connecting portion alone is so fruitful. We aren’t often taught how to connect deeply, and many people don’t feel safe enough to do so. This container, however, amplifies that sense of safety to be seen, heard, and held. I am filled with deep gratitude that this course exists. Gratitude for the mentors who took their time to share their wisdom, hold space, and attune to our energies each session. Gratitude for each and every student walking the path alongside me as each were a reflection and held their own special medicine to share for this journey. And gratitude for my own journey. For how it has unfolded and how it will continue to shape the way I live and serve moving forward. With so much love and appreciation, AnaCristina

Incredible communication skills learned and my favorite part ended up being able to be in break out rooms and work with my peers ! I love the arc Breathwork pattern ..unlike any other course/style I looked into before picking Soma!

This training was the gentle nudge I needed to move into the next phase of my career and next phase of a spiritual, intentional life. I appreciate every mentor from the bottom of my heart. I am leaving feeling inspired and confident. Thank you!

The sincerity, commitment and generosity of the entire SomaIQ team as well as the class cohort has been inspiring and a safe container. Thank you!

The biggest impact is learning how powerful the breath is to help support us and our nervous systems. I appreciated those who led the classes and the support was excellent. I also appreciated how much others participated and supported also. I am delayed in the training but hope to catch up with the final weeks. Thank you for all your training and support! I will recommend this to interested friends.

I stumbled upon Soma+IQ breathwork during a hard time in my life. I had a lot going on outside of class, but every week, I would show up to class and leave feeling so grounded and present. I realized how much I've been suppressing my emotions my whole life, and not feeling confident expressing myself. After completing the training, I'm excited to help others live their fullest expression. I'm grateful for the incredible mentors and fellow students in my cohort. I was surprised over and over again by how much of a real and true connection can be made through zoom.

The biggest realization for me is that no one in the world makes me feel the way I feel; it's all within me, and I am the one causing it, regardless of the feeling or emotion, whether it's sad or happy. Meta exercise. They are incredible, and I learned so much from them about myself and my being. By taking this training, you will learn to connect with yourself, be present, and experience life on a whole new level. This was a life-changing experience for sure. I highly recommend.

Participating in the Somatic Breathwork Practitioner Training with Soma+IQ has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. It has deepened my connection to myself, expanded my capacity for presence, and taught me how to hold space for others with authenticity and compassion. The teachings, practices, and community have profoundly reshaped my understanding of healing and embodiment. I'm moving forward not only with new skills, but with a renewed sense of purpose and alignment in my life!! With immense gratitude,

I did not expect to go this deep in understanding my nervous system and realizing how much I’ve been holding in my body. I’ve discovered that this work is the quickest and most powerful way to reset myself and transmute stress, tension, or any negative emotions. In the past, I used to lean on substances to cope, but now I can’t believe how much more I’ve learned about regulating myself through breath and awareness. Because this is a trauma-informed training, it’s also helped me understand my own patterns and past experiences in a compassionate way, so I can hold space for others more safely. This journey has transformed me — not just through daily breathwork practice, but through learning to co-regulate with others and experiencing the profound impact that connection has on the nervous system. I’m deeply grateful and excited to bring this medicine into the world. I really loved connecting with the community during the breakout rooms. It felt so heartwarming to collaborate, share stories, and learn from other practitioners. Hearing different perspectives and approaches gave me inspiration for how I want to offer this work in my own way. I also deeply appreciated the lectures — the wisdom and presence of the teachers were truly inspiring. Even if you don’t plan to become a facilitator, this training is incredibly valuable for your own healing and growth. It teaches you how to down-regulate your nervous system and hold space for yourself and others with more compassion and understanding. It’s one of the greatest tools you can carry for your personal and spiritual evolution — learning how the breath can shift your mood, clear heaviness, and create space for clarity, love, and authenticity. This training has truly changed my life. Over the last 12 weeks, I’ve felt lighter, more grounded, and more in tune with myself. I don’t let little things affect me the same way anymore, because I now trust my breath as a tool to release and reset. I’m deeply thankful for this experience and for the community of practitioners I get to grow and collaborate with. It’s been such a high-vibe, heart-opening journey.

-The range section was incredible—it really showed me where I’m still learning and where I need more grace with myself. - Also learning how to truly hold space for others. -This experience taught me how to calm my own nervous system quickly and naturally, allowing me to show up more fully—not only for myself, but for those around me. It makes me feel deeply aligned with my soul path. Thank you all, so much, from the heart. ❤️

This was a once in a lifetime experience that was absolutely worth every penny and travel expense! I learned a whole new dimension of healing and made incredible connections with my classmates. I am so grateful for the respect, presence, and knowledge from all of the leaders.

I thought I was pretty comfortable with all ranges of emotions .... I was very surprised that my range for joy was actually very small in comparison to the others. The way Adrianna made me reframe my thoughts about sensuality, love, and joy has made the most intense change that never knew I needed. I am forever grateful. 2 weeks past in person training and I feel like I have a completely new baseline in life. 🥰 If you are a human you need this training.

Great place to learn breathwork. First learning how to breathe ourselves and then learning how to guide someone else. Wonderful cohort!

This training was truly transformational. I loved every moment of it. The biggest realization I had was how powerful the breath can be in shifting your emotional state and reconnecting with your body. My favorite part was the sense of connection — not just to others in the group, but also to a deeper part of myself. I think anyone feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or even just curious about personal growth would gain so much from this training. It’s a beautiful journey of healing and self-awareness.

I think that SBW would benefit everyone. It is life! It is so gentle and loving, and what most people nowadays need, to be seen and felt. I loved the community and the weekly practicing of skills as we learned. I adored the instructors, who always created a safe space to grow and try new things. I am a Craniosacral therapist, and I am so excited with how well this modality supports this and the strong connection between the too. I am so excited to add SBW to my practice!!!

I did the online 12-week course. It was amazing. Yes, 12 weeks seems like a long time but it is worth it to allow time to process, practice, and integrate. The mentors are all great, they are patient, they are funny and they are human!! For me, the course provided a sense of validation and boosted my confidence to be able to go out into the world and help others untangle the mind one string at a time.

The integrated one on one sessions were really beautiful because they were uncomfortable but filled with so much growth at the same time. I love that we learned so much about attuning to one another. Learning to have those vulnerable conversations with someone you just met is so transformative and absolutely brought me out of the comfortable shadow I was living in. Combining the mental work with the body work is the exact recipe for healing. This class offered way more than just breath it offered genuine love and connection! This work changed my life and it’s an honor to facilitate it for others!

I attended the virtual training. More than anything else, this course taught me about myself and the ways in which I interact with the world. It has helped me transform my relationships and my mental health in ways that many other modalities Ive tried could not. I am eternally grateful to have found this work. Through partner practices and breathwork sessions in class Ive been been able to realize (and clear out) so many mental blocks that have kept me feeling stuck. Ive been able to sit with myself. Ive been able to make conscious choices for myself with clarity, which is something I haven't been able to do in many many years. Thank you for your time and energy. You guys have helped me get my superpowers back.

I thoroughly enjoyed the somatic related exercises before jumping into the curriculum. It set the container for holding space and human-to-human connection. I felt seen in a way I never have. The training itself was so thorough and in-depth. I can't speak highly enough of the program and mentors. I felt continually more inspired as the training progressed!

I attended online training. Joining the training helped me to understand the flow and piece together the full session. Overall, Soma +IQ has helped me shift deeper inward and release what no longer serves me or that I need to hold onto in my body and mind. My favorite part of the training was the practice sessions and going through daily exercises at the beginning of each call. For those who are interested in clearing anxiety, fear, and stress out of their bodies and returning to the person you truly are, I highly recommend Soma +IQ.

It has been a wonderful journey to my interior self, lots of aha moment of my life passed through my body. It seems like i am redirecting myself. I totally recommend it so everybody can remember this awesome tool to regulate! The world would be more kind if we spit what drains us out. Thank you

This training was phenomenal! Bite size, week by week for 12 weeks... very doable even with only having a few hours per week. The instructors are so caring and knowledgeable and being a part of a community makes all the difference in really absorbing the material. I feel like I have all I need to confidently begin my practitioner training. If you're on the fence about Soma+IQ, do it!

I love that the training is informative and experiential, allowing participants to connect and bond with one another along the way. As a student, teacher, and practioner that has previously preferred in person training and and classes, I was blown away by how much connection and community was made through an online platform. My favorite was the exercises we did early in the training that allowed me to see hidden parts that needed to be seen.

I have trained in so many modalities in my 20 plus career in psychology, none have been as mutually beneficial to my clients as well as my own personal journey as Soma+IQ. If you have the opportunity to complete the hybrid program, make it happen. Both are special containers that allow you to work with clients in both an in-person or virtual format. The community is the most amazing part of Soma+IQ, from the mentors to my fellow practitioners, I always felt supported and informed. This is the best decision I have made both personally and professionally in a very long time!

I truly cherish the connections we've made, and I especially enjoy the breakout rooms. The knowledge and technology we've explored have not only helped me become a better practitioner but have also reinforced my current practices. Thank you!

My clients are women who are healing from abuse, trauma, dis-regulated nervous systems, chronic health issues, etc. Some of the approaches to somatics and or breath work are aggressive and in my opinion, have un-necessary approaches that can lead to harm rather than restoration and healing. Soma+IQ is the perfect balance of safety, self leadership and practitioner support that EVERYONE can benefit from. Without hesitation, this is the class and certification you have been looking for. Adding this certification to my repertoire was exactly as I had hoped and more! The benefits of being in this class will continue, for me and my clients.

Thanks to Soma+IQ, I learnt so much more about my nervous system, how to activate and regulate it, meta skills and how to be in service to others. How to feel people and be felt, being present and dedicated to this practice. I really liked the 3 first weeks that were very profound for me. The teachers are excellent and this specific breathwork works beautifully on people around me.

Excellent training, teachers, and program. I learned a ton from the online course, and the in-person training took it to the next level. The hands-on touch training was worth the price of admission alone, and all of the additional modules helped me to tune into myself and others in a way I haven't been able to before. The sincerity and passion with which the training was delivered really drove home the lessons and the motivation for sharing this work with others. I can't say enough good things about my experience with Soma+IQ and am very excited to share what I've learned with others. Aside from the training being fun and engaging, it was presented in a way that kept things moving and there was never a feeling of "hurry up and get to the good stuff" because it was all curated and presented so well. Finally, I met some wonderful people, both learners and teachers. Expectations met and greatly exceeded. Thank you!

How Breath Saved Me Twice: My Journey with Soma+IQ After my grandmother passed away, I went into survival mode. Grief didn’t get space to breathe. It rolled straight into chaos, violence, and abuse in my family and at home. I was navigating instability, betrayal, greed, hostility, and an environment that kept me stuck in a trauma loop I couldn’t seem to break. There were days I didn’t know how I was going to keep going, only that I needed to do it for my two little girls. After months away, I opened Facebook in a numb doom-scroll haze, and the first post was Nadeem asking, ‘What do you have to lose?’ (I should mention that I had never even heard the word “somatic” before that moment. His 3-min video appearing on a timeline full of depression and mental health memes felt almost absurd.) Anyway, at that moment, the question felt literal and I weighed that question against my tomorrow. I signed up for the 3-day workshop that day. Within minutes of the first call opening, I knew this wasn’t random. It didn’t feel like marketing. It felt like alignment. The energy was grounded and real. No performance. No spiritual bypassing. Just presence, truth, and nervous system safety offered by complete strangers- completely different than the only people I had ever known and spent my entire life feeling harmed or ignored by. When the online course was offered at the end of the day, I was hit with the "full body yes" and immediately used the humble life insurance left to me by my grandmother to enroll. It felt sacred — like investing her final gift into breaking survival patterns and choosing healing instead. The one thing she had always encouraged me to do: Learn as much as I could, break the family cycle of addiction and self-sabotage, and set myself (and my girls) free. It wasn't until just now, while writing this, that I fully realized why they tell us to "always listen to the full-body-yes"- our bodies are more intelligent than our minds could ever be when it comes to our best interests. The journey wasn’t smooth. My home environment remained unstable and challenged my intentions daily. Promised childcare fell through immediately the day the online classes began. I was trying to study regulation while actively dysregulated in my own life. I rapidly began falling behind in the course and felt discouraged. In November, I reached out to the team, feeling nearly defeated, and asked if I could shift from the online program into the February in-person training. They said yes—no questions asked. Their only goal was to support me, however that looked, to make this work as accessible as possible for me to complete it in my own unpredictable and chaotic timeline. That “yes” mattered more than they probably know. Their constant flexibility and consistent support during a time when I felt trapped in perpetual crisis became a stabilizer for me. Even when my personal life felt like it was unraveling, there was this steady thread of belief, structure, and encouragement reminding me that I could keep moving forward. February's training dates landed directly over my grandmother’s birthday and my first daughter’s birthday. The symbolism was not lost on me. The in-person training was the most intense and powerfully positive experience of my life. Meeting my mentors — and discovering they are even more genuine, gentle, and grounded in person than they appear online — changed something fundamental in me. There is no façade. No inflated persona. No hidden agenda. They are not personalities only trying to sell something. Then, being surrounded by over 30 people who were simply there to serve, to hold space, to care without ego — forever shifted my understanding of community. For the first time in my life, I felt I was standing among people like me. People who welcomed, admired, and applauded me for exactly the way I am. People who expressed unprompted and genuine gratitude for the simple experience of meeting me and hearing my ugly story unfiltered. I realized something profound: I am not alone. This work accessed places within me that therapy, medication, psychedelics, and survival strategies never could. It didn’t numb me or distract me. It taught me that my body was carrying answers — that through breath, I could access clarity, release, and strength from within. When I returned "home" from the in-person, I became immediately and deeply aware that this place was no longer fitting for me. The place I'd lived my entire life had not grown with me and it is time to move on, up and out. I began taking steps to move myself to a healthier, lighter, and more comfortable environment. I am building my own business to spread this new light to others rather than remaining "trapped" in the weight I could not identify before. I have now enrolled in Level 2 and cannot wait to see what Denver has in store for me and my future. ----- TLDR; Soma+IQ didn’t magically remove my circumstances. But it stabilized me enough to start making different choices. This work saved my life. This team didn’t rescue me — they reflected my power back to me when I couldn’t see it myself. And through that, I saved my life. And the most profound part of all is this: And maybe the deepest gift of this work has been remembering where my story even began… I was born without breath. My mother was only fifteen and barely weighed 100 pounds. During delivery, both of our hearts stopped. They prioritized her survival. I was set off to the side — assumed lost. Somewhere in the chaos, her heart began beating again. Somewhere after the chaos subsided, I finally cried out. The breath that brought me into this world — the breath that told them, “Hey. I’m here.” — is the exact same breath that carries me through each day. Every struggle. Every joy. Every grief. Every ounce of gratitude. Every single day. And now I understand: The thing that "saved" me at birth is the same thing that continues to carry me now. Every time I choose to breathe — truly breathe with awareness — I create space within myself to be (re)born as a more conscious vessel of divine life.

I really loved this training and highly recommend it to anyone interested in becoming a breathwork practitioner. From the technical breathwork content to the experiential exercises to the energy in the room, it far exceeded my expectations. The whole week, including each day's programming, was so thoughtfully designed and you could 100% feel that.

I think the largest impact for me was the ability to hold sacred space and what that means on all levels. That being able to do that from a calm regulated state is so important from the moments even before your client comes. I think this work is good for any human being living a human experience. Its mind boggling to realize how many people actually do not have regulated nervous systems and the impact it has on the world. My favorite part of the training was the combination of learning styles. I like the partner exercise and as uncomfortable as it is I like that they are designed to create vulnerability for the knowing of being a student and understanding your clients. I love the integrity of the teachers. I think anyone can benefit from this work, and I like the different aspects of being able to use this work stand alone or with another modality. This has personally changed me in understanding myself on a whole new level in addition to be able to embody it and bring it into my personal and professional world.

This training pushed me through some personal limitations and allowed me to embrace my weaknesses as well as my strengths. It has provided me with a wealth of information and insight to not only somatic breath work as a practice but for life in general. I am grateful for these past 12 weeks and am actually said that its coming to an end.

Somatic breathwork was transformational the first time I experienced it as a participant, but the training took everything to the next level, giving me new tools for connection and attunement in not only breathwork sessions, but everyday life. I am excited about using somatic breathwork and other tools to help high-performing creative and tech professionals move beyond blockages, heal their nervous systems and live life fully.

Thursday’s optional sessions were my favorite. The mood was lo-key. And I found myself leaving them inspired and going deeper in my joy of the work.

I attended the online training. The mentors/ facilitators were amazing teachers. I have such a better understanding of how this practice works and cant wait to start using in my own business!