Since 1990
Shin Somatics Events 2025&More
Workshops, Conferences, Community Classes, Virtual Studio on Zoom, Training and Retreats for Yoga and Somatic Movement Arts. Professional Certification and personal development.
Conferences are one-day events. Certification Workshops span five days. Community classes on our Virtual Studio are offered weekly or with a discounted monthly membership. The start dates for each event are provided below.
Ongoing workshops in the USA, UK, Japan, New Zealand, Mexico, Greece and More. See International Page.
2025-6 Schedule
Sat, Jan 25Zoom OnlineJan 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTZoom OnlineExperience the transformative power of Butoh with Lani Weissbach, a unique somatic movement practice that guides you to decenter and deeply reconnect with the interconnected web of life.
Sat, Feb 01Zoom OnlineFeb 01, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTZoom OnlineIn this FREE introductory class, discover the intuitive art of Contact Unwinding, an engaging movement process within Shin Somatics® Methods led by Michele Iklé.
Sat, Feb 08Online Via ZoomFeb 08, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM MSTOnline Via ZoomConference led by Kelly Lester, Michelle Iklé & Denise Purvis. With Sondra Fraleigh as a Guest Presenter
Fri, Feb 14Zoom OnlineFeb 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM ESTZoom OnlineJoin Christina Marie Sears, for a FREE Land to Water Somatic Yoga Class. This will be a quiet celebration of self-acceptance, admiration, and love through the moon salutation. Christina teaches our upcoming home study yoga certification on the Virtual Studio beginning in March.
Sat, Feb 22Zoom OnlineFeb 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM ESTZoom OnlineRediscover your connection to the natural world in this rejuvenating 'Land to Water' somatic yoga class led by Eastwest Graduate Debra Lacey.
Wed, Mar 19Zoom OnlineMar 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDTZoom OnlineUnveil your intrinsic movement in this soulful dance class led by Eastwest Graduate Debra Lacey.
Sat, May 24Epidavros Greece - Retreat CenterMay 24, 2025, 4:00 PM GMT+3 – May 31, 2025, 4:00 PM GMT+3Epidavros Greece - Retreat Center, Epidavros 210 52, GreeceRetreat and Certification or Personal Development Workshop in Epidaurus, Greece With Amy Bush, Denise Purvis, and our Eastwest Team Featuring Somatic Yoga, Meditation with Dance and Movement Therapies, and three excursions on the Peloponnesian Peninsula.
Thu, Jun 26Hobart & William Smith CollegesJun 26, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT – Jun 30, 2025, 4:00 PM EDTHobart & William Smith Colleges, Geneva, NY 14456, USAMoving with Ease at Any Age with Michelle Iklé, Amy Bush, and Sarah Andreacchi.
Sat, Jul 19Online Via ZoomJul 19, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT – Jul 20, 2025, 4:00 PM EDTOnline Via ZoomWeekend Certification Workshop with Dr. Jeanne Schul & Sondra Fraleigh.
Sat, Jul 26Online Via ZoomJul 26, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT – Jul 27, 2025, 4:00 PM EDTOnline Via ZoomWeekend Workshop with Debra Lacey & Lani Weissbach
Multiple DatesSat, Oct 04Utah Tech UniversityOct 04, 2025, 9:30 AM MDT – Oct 05, 2025, 4:30 PM MDTUtah Tech University, St. George, UT, USACertification Workshop over two weekends in St. George, Utah With Sondra Fraleigh and Sara Gallo
Eastwest Somatics Retreat in Greece
Amy Bush
Enjoy the Morning and Evening Program of Somatic Yoga, Depth-Movement Dance, Meditation & Breath work to earn one full level of certification credit with Eastwest Somatics, ISMETA, and Yoga Alliance.
The program is open to everyone for personal development or certification. It includes free time during mid-day for guided excursions, walking tours, sight-seeing, and beach activities. A Zoom check-in and check-out, a short reading list, and a home study practicum focused on reflection & healing will be provided for certification students.
Join Amy Bush, Denise Purvis, and our Eastwest Team
Embark on a transformative journey with our retreat in Greece. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Epidaurus and holistic healing. Experience scenic beaches and historic sites on the Peloponnesian Peninsula. The ancient sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus was built as a center for medicine and healing and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The retreat includes a double or triple room with a private bath, breakfast & dinner, transfers from the airport in Athens to Epidaurus and return, and three excursions on the peninsula.
The cost is $1895 per person, with an additional $385 for a single room.
Reserve your spot and secure pricing with a non-refundable deposit of $349 and make two payments of $773 due on Feb 10, 2025, and March 15, 2025. Limited space available, so book early with a deposit through the Registration link on this page.
Contact workshops@eastwestsomatics
for more information.
For refund policy, see the Registration Page.
Denise Purvis
Individual and Small Group Mentorships
Opportunities to Train as a Yoga Teacher
Yoga 200, Certification/Registration through Yoga Alliance and Shin Somatics, apply after Level 5 Shin Somatics: See yoga certification page on this website.
Apply for individual and Small Group Mentorships with
Sondra Fraleigh in St. George, with option for certification credit. Mentorships limited to 2 days.
Tuition $620 four weeks in advance.
Email: workshops@eastwestsomatics.com
Writing & Reading Roundtable with Sondra Fraleigh
Apply for The Roundtable for online sharing and critical engagement with Sondra and others. Schedule to be determined after registration with deposit. Send your writing to Sondra and the Roundtable See Conference and Roundtable Page for details and fees.
