Workshop Details

Somassage® is a complete myofascial bodywork system that helps people feel balanced and revitalized. It focuses and mobilizes energy by releasing muscles and fascia to create more ease of movement. Developed out of Soma Structural Integration theories, Somassage® recognizes and works with the unique qualities inherent in each individual structure.

This hands-on workshop is open to those who are unlicensed and interested in studying Soma Structural Integration, as well as seasoned massage therapists looking to improve their body mechanics and touch skills. Upon completion of the course, licensed practitioners will have permission to use the Somassage® trademark. All participants will have the tools to successfully use Somassage® to support others in a significant and meaningful way.

In addition to being a great stand-alone course, Soma Essentials is a prerequisite course for those interested in attending the full 768-hour Soma Structural Integration Certificate Program. More info can be found on our website.

Cost:

$665 Early Bird Special until Sept. 17th, 2026
After that, the full price is $750

Payment Plan available—see below for details.

CE Hours:

32 CEUs (4 Ethics)

Date & Time:

October 9-12th, 2026
Friday-Monday
9am-6pm

Location:

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

Concepts you will learn:

– The language of connective tissue in the body
– Compression & suspension mechanics
– How gravity effects the body
– How to recognize holding patterns in the fascial network
– Soma's Holographic Body Reading: an effective structural analysis model
– Soma's Three Brain Model: a body/mind model for client assessment
– How to use Somassage® for treatment specific work
– How to effectively work the side line of the body in a side-lying position
– Wholistic body mechanics: how to work with ease and more efficiency
– A protocol for a full 1.5 hour Somassage® session
– Somassage® techniques & theory

Teachers:

Jesse Guerrero, ASP, LMT, Soma Lead Instructor and Co-Director
Kelsi Giswold, ASP, LMT, Soma Lead Instructor and Co-Director
Kimberly Lorton, ASP, LMT, Soma Instructor
Vanessa Wood, SP, LMT, Soma Instructor
Alice Lubic, SP, LMT, Soma Instructor

Lodging:

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

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

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Payment Plan

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 Soma Essentials 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.