Parimukti · Goa, India

You know exactly why you are stuck. Now learn how to move.

Insight explains why you feel stuck. Practice is how you work through what understanding alone has not changed. Join our supervised small-group training to experience the work in your own body, learn to safely guide it for others, and, for those who complete the requirements and practical assessment, earn your certificate.

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Over 12 years of teaching

Practical assessment included

Certified Parimukti Somatic Therapist certificate

Choose your training path

We offer three distinct formats. Every path leads to the Certified Parimukti Somatic Therapist certificate, issued by Parimukti, after completing the training requirements and practical assessment. Full details for all paths.

Goa, India

12-day residential immersion

Train right on the beach in Arambol, North Goa, with daily practice, supervised facilitation, meals and integration time included. Dates and prices are listed below.

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Sri Lanka

January-March 2027 season

Join the residential training on Sri Lanka’s south coast, close to Weligama and Ahangama. Dates, length and prices are confirmed on application.

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Four live weekends

Learn from anywhere with live practice, feedback and an international cohort. EUR 699 early-bird, EUR 899 standard. Apply and we will confirm the next start date. Joining from another country? Tell us your time zone when you apply. Living in India? See the India page.

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Sri Lanka residential training season: January through March 2027. Dates, length and prices are confirmed on application.

Ready to begin? Start your short application here.

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Are you exploring for yourself, or to guide others?

You might be a yoga teacher, a coach, or a wellness practitioner looking to expand the way you work with clients. Or you might be starting entirely with your own life. You do not need to arrive as an expert, and no previous experience is required. You simply need to be able to participate comfortably in English and have a willingness to practice.

Some people join purely for personal growth. Others join to build their practical facilitation skills. The training combines both in one structure. You experience the work first. Then you learn how to guide it.

Participants sitting in a circle on the beach in white clothes around a ring of marigold flowers

Three women sitting on the sand wearing flower garlands during a beach circle

Group sitting on the beach in a circle, talking, with marigold flower patterns on the sand

Participants in white seated on the beach beside a marigold flower mandala at sunset

Three participants talking in a beach circle during a training session

Two participants hugging on the beach during a group ceremony

A participant reading from a paper to another participant in a flower garland on the beach

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Training group in white cheering with raised arms on the beach

Wide view of a large circle of participants around a marigold mandala on the beach

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Woman resting her face in her hands with eyes closed during a Yin yoga class

Woman stretching a yoga strap across her chest in a shoulder strengthening exercise

Woman practising a bow pose (Dhanurasana) on a yoga mat

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Students practising in a hall with a red floor during an asana class

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Parimukti somatic facilitator training certificate for a 14-day residential immersion in Sri Lanka

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Participant in a flower garland hugging another, during a group exercise

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Graduates in flower garlands holding their certificates with the teaching team

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The Parimukti Method: Experience the work. Learn to guide it.

The training is structured around four stages:

Experience: Participating fully in each practice.
Reflection: Developing awareness of physical, emotional and cognitive responses.
Integration: Understanding how those experiences translate into everyday life.
Facilitation: Learning how to guide others safely, ethically and confidently.

If you already work with clients and want to know if this training aligns with the methods you are comparing, send us the list and we will tell you honestly how those relate.

A personal note from us

Over 12 years of teaching, we have worked with people from around the world. Different backgrounds. Different stories. Yet we noticed the exact same question kept appearing.

"Why do I understand myself so well, but still feel stuck?"

People weren't lacking information. What they wanted wasn't another framework. They wanted to feel different. That experience shaped our Goa residential training, where personal exploration and facilitator training happen together. When we first started teaching, we believed knowledge would naturally lead to change. Over time we realised people struggle because their bodies continue reacting to old experiences long after those experiences have ended.

That is why our teaching gradually became more practical. Less about collecting information. More about learning through direct experience. Our role isn't to fix you. Our role is to create an environment where genuine learning and meaningful change can happen. We will meet you exactly where you are.

Participant sitting with hands in prayer, eyes closed, during a practice

Three participants seated cross-legged on cushions in meditation

Two participants embracing on the beach with the group seated around them

Participants standing in a circle outdoors with arms raised at sunrise

Participants seated around a large flower mandala on the floor

Students practising and resting in a yoga hall with eyes closed and hands on their faces

Participants sitting and talking on yoga mats in a training room

Woman sitting against a wall resting during a break in class

Large group in white with flower garlands standing together on the beach

Woman holding her head in her hands with eyes closed in a Yin yoga pose

Smiling man wearing a flower garland holding red roses

Participants practising stretches on mats in a bright yoga hall

Large group seated on the floor of an open hall around a flower mandala, taking part in a ceremony

Everything included in your Goa training

Your 12-day residential training includes:

The complete somatic facilitator training curriculum
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included except on Sundays; Sunday meals are available on request. Meals are vegetarian and most diets can be accommodated.
One spa treatment, such as a massage (additional treatments available at extra cost)
A curated local excursion and a weekly integration day
A business workshop covering first sessions, working with clients, pricing services, and building a practice
Welcome gift, reflection journal, and opening and closing ceremonies
Beach access, mineral water, fresh coconuts, herbal teas, and fruit
Lifelong alumni network access

Optional airport pickup or drop is EUR 25 each way. Flights and travel insurance are not included.

An indicative Goa journey

This is an indicative progression, not a fixed timetable. We finalise the daily schedule when the group arrives.

Day 1

Arrive, settle in, meet your group, and begin leaving everyday life behind.

Days 2-4

Learn the foundations of somatic work, nervous system regulation, breathwork, and emotional awareness.

Days 5-7

Deepen your own practice.

Integration Day

Rest. Visit the beach. Journal. Allow everything you have learned to settle.

Days 9-10

Begin facilitating practical exercises with support from your teachers.

Day 11

Receive detailed feedback and refine your skills.

Day 12

Celebrate your journey and, for those who have completed the requirements and practical assessment, receive your certificate.

Our daily rhythm

Our daily rhythm is indicative: mornings focus on understanding the principles behind the work. Afternoons and evenings are devoted to practical experience, partner work, movement, facilitation, and integration.

What happens when you return home

The practices are designed to help you meet life differently. What many people hope to take home is the ability to recognise difficult emotions before they take over, practical ways to approach nervous system regulation, and the capacity to create internal safety instead of constantly searching for it outside. If you decide to work professionally, the training aims to provide you with practical facilitation skills you can begin integrating into your work with individuals and groups.

Your teachers

Our teaching team includes:

Caroline

Caroline uses the subtle language of frequency and sound to gently guide the nervous system into deep rest. By creating a grounded space, she invites others into an experience where the body's inner wisdom can unfold naturally without forced effort.

Carolina Smedberg

Guided Embodied Movement and Somatic Facilitation. Carolina bridges the gap between technical physiological knowledge and intuitive somatic listening. Her approach is shaped by her Master's degree in Physical Education and her own profound physical and spiritual recalibration, helping trainees cultivate the inner honesty required to hold safe space for others.

Olga Prima

Educator and Mentor in Systemic Somatic Integration. Olga's Systemic Method trains facilitators to perceive attention, the physical body, and energy as one integrated system. She helps trainees identify energetic leaks and shed limiting beliefs, demonstrating that profound internal alignment is key to guiding clients safely.

Avi

Avi co-founded Parimukti in 2012, running hundreds of teacher trainings across India. Following a deep personal transition, he shifted his focus from the mechanics of yoga to the transformative power of somatic practice, a journey that profoundly changed his life and his teaching approach.

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A safe place to learn

Working with emotions can feel vulnerable. That is why safety is built into every part of this training.

You will never be forced to share personal experiences.
You will never be pressured to participate beyond your comfort level.
Every exercise is guided and your pace is respected.

If you have a particular situation or limitation, write to us before you apply and we will talk it through with you.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need previous experience?

No. This training is designed for complete beginners as well as yoga teachers, coaches, therapists, and other wellness professionals. Everything is taught step by step.

Is this only for people who want to become facilitators?

No. Many participants join purely for personal growth. Others arrive intending to build a career. Some decide during the training that facilitation is the right path for them.

What if I find it difficult to open up?

That's completely normal. You'll never be pressured to share personal experiences. Every practice is an invitation. You always choose your own pace.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. After completing the training requirements and practical assessment, you receive the Certified Parimukti Somatic Therapist certificate, issued by Parimukti.

What happens after the training?

You'll become part of our graduate community and continue receiving guidance as you begin applying your learning in everyday life or professional practice.

What are the payment methods?

For the Goa residential training, the deposit is EUR 300. Payment can be made by bank transfer, PayPal, or Wise; the balance can also be paid in cash on arrival by arrangement.

What if cost is a concern?

If cost is a concern, write to us.

Can I stay in my own accommodation nearby?

Prefer to arrange your own stay? Ask us.

Can I get an invoice?

Yes. After payment you receive a formal business invoice from Parimukti Trainings and Retreats, a business registered in India.

Where exactly is the Goa training?

Right on the beach in Arambol, North Goa: Parimukti Centre, end of Parimukti Road, findable on Google Maps.

Dates and prices

11–22 December 2026 — Dual Shared: €1,199 | Private Hotel Room: €1,499
3–14 January 2027 — Dual Shared: €1,199 | Private Hotel Room: €1,499
3–14 February 2027 — Dual Shared: €1,199 | Private Hotel Room: €1,499
3–14 March 2027 — Dual Shared: €1,199 | Private Hotel Room: €1,499

Room prices

Room	Price per person
Dual Shared	€1,199
Private Hotel Room	€1,499

Prices shown already include a €100 discount for the first 5 confirmed bookings per cohort.

Booking details

Deposit: €300 (Goa residential)

Optional airport pickup and drop-off: €25 each way

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Is this the right fit?

You don't need previous teaching experience. You don't need a psychology degree. You don't need to be a yoga teacher. You simply need to be able to participate comfortably in English and be willing to engage fully in the practices throughout the 12 days.

Health and safety

Because this training includes breathwork, movement, and emotionally engaging practices, it may not be suitable for everyone. This programme is not appropriate during pregnancy or for people with certain serious cardiovascular, respiratory, or acute mental health conditions. If you're unsure whether this training is suitable for your circumstances, we'll discuss it with you before confirming your place.

Perhaps this is the next step you've been looking for.

You don't need your entire life figured out before you arrive. You don't need to feel fearless. You don't need to become someone else. You simply need to be willing to invest in yourself. We will provide the structure. We will provide the guidance. You will do the part that no one else can do for you. Showing up. If that leads you to join us, we would be honoured to welcome you.

Apply for the Somatic Therapy Training

To keep the experience personal, each training is limited to a small group. Rather than instant online booking, we ask everyone to complete a short application so we can make sure the programme is the right fit for you.

Fill out our short application form.
We will confirm availability and discuss your room preference and logistics.
Once accepted, make the required payment to secure your place.

Questions before you apply?

If you would like to speak with us before making your decision, we are happy to help.

WhatsApp +91 88308 34997
Email info@parimukti.com
Zoom Call Arrange a short introductory call by message if you would like to meet us before applying.