Workshop Details

How do the ribs rotate?
How does the ribcage dictate the movement of the thoracic spine?
How do we work with asthmatics within the physical and emotional material that arises from the chest?

Together the respiratory diaphragm and ribcage guide the spinal dynamics of the thoracic curve, encase the vital organs of the lung and heart, govern our sense of self and space, and are moved by the vital lumbo-dorsal hinge.

Although our thoracic body contains 38 joints and various highly mobile connective tissues, we often do not account for the specific elements that allow the tensegrity of these structures to inspire.

Jesse Guerrero will guide you through specific work with the respiratory diaphragm including ideas for rib/facet release, sternoclavicular work, breathwork and breathing assessment along with upper psoas, abdominal visceral and lung release. He will share his insights regarding the diaphragm as well as perspective on the possible impacts and goals achievable through advanced diaphragm work.

This course is designed for Soma practitioners and other Structural Integrators. For massage therapists, a minimum of 2 years in practice is required due to the detailed and advanced nature of this course. Please email us at somainfo@soma-institute.org if you have questions on whether this course is right for you.

Cost:

$400 Early Bird Price, available until October 12th.
After that, full price is $450.

Payment plan available, see details below.

CE Hours:

16 CEUs (2 Ethics)

Date & Time:

November 13-14, 2026
Friday-Saturday
9am-6pm

Location:

Soma Institute of Structural Integration— Whidbey Island, WA
772 Camano Ave, Suite 101
Langley, WA 98260

Teacher:

Jesse Guerrero— LMT, Advanced Soma Practitioner, Soma Institute Lead Instructor and Co-Director

Lodging:

A limited number of hostel-style lodging options are available at the Soma House next door to the Institute. Reserve a bed here.

This course meets Oregon and Washington state massage CEU requirements. For other states, please check your state requirements.

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Payment Plans

Payment plans are available on request. The full amount must be paid before start date of the workshop. Payment plans cannot be applied to Early Bird pricing. Please contact us if you want to set up a payment plan at somainfo@soma-institute.org.

Refund Policy—Covid Exposures or Illness:

If an attendee is exposed to Covid or other viruses, or becomes sick within 10 days of the workshop, they will be kindly asked to stay home and be issued a full refund.

If an attendee becomes sick or exposed after they have begun attending, then their registration will be transferred to another, future workshop, to be taken within 2 years.

Refund Policy—General Cancellations (Non Illness/Covid):

Cancellation made greater than 30 days before the start of the course—90% of payment refund.

Cancellations made between 30 days and 12 days before the start of the course—50% payment refund.

Cancellation made between 12 and 0 days before the start of the course—no refund.