You’ve done everything you were supposed to do.
So why do you still feel stuck?
You’ve read the books.
You’ve been to therapy.
You have worked on yourself,
You’ve journaled, reflected, cried, forgiven, and worked so hard on yourself.
But if you’re honest…
You don’t feel the way you thought you would by now.
The anxiety still shows up.
You still overthink.
You still put everyone else’s needs before your own.
You still find yourself caught in the same patterns, wondering why nothing seems to create lasting change.
It’s not because you haven’t done enough.
It’s because real healing isn’t just something you understand.
It’s something your body has to experience.
Join us for a 14-day Somatic Facilitator Training in Sri Lanka and discover what changes, when your body finally catches up with everything your mind already knows.
Parimukti | Sri Lanka Somatic Immersion | Winter 2026/27
Maybe you’re tired of trying to figure yourself out.
You know yourself better than you ever have.
You’ve done the work. You’ve faced the hard conversations. You’ve learned why you are the way you are.
And yet…
You still don’t feel the freedom you thought would come by now.
Not because you’ve failed.
Not because you haven’t tried hard enough.
But because your body is still holding on to what your mind has already let go of.
You don’t need more information.
You don’t need to fix yourself.
You simply need a space where your body can finally feel safe enough to soften, let go, and begin to heal.
That’s why we created this training.
Fourteen days in the warmth of Sri Lanka, by the ocean away from the noise of everyday life, old patterns and old identities where you can breathe deeply, reconnect with yourself, and discover what becomes possible when your body and heart finally feels safe to release all the old patterns and exhale.
What happens during these 14 days?
Think of this as two weeks away from the life that’s been asking so much of you.
A place where you don’t have to hold it all together.
Each day, we’ll gently guide you through breathwork, yoga, movement, sound, reflection and somatic practices that help your body soften, release and reconnect.
You’ll laugh. You may cry. You’ll rest. You’ll move. You’ll spend time in nature, connect with like-minded women, and slowly begin to feel lighter—not because someone is fixing you, but because you’re finally giving yourself the space to let go.
And as you experience this work for yourself, you’ll also learn how to safely guide others through it.
You don’t need any experience.
Just come with an open heart.
We’ll take care of the rest.
Why hasn’t everything you’ve already tried created lasting change?
It’s a question we hear all the time.
And the answer is often much simpler than people expect.
Most approaches help you understand your thoughts.
We help you listen to your body.
Because every emotion you’ve carried—fear, guilt, shame, grief or anger—has been trying to protect you in its own way.
Until those emotions are gently felt, understood and released, they can quietly keep pulling you back into the same patterns, no matter how much you’ve learned.
That’s why we work with one emotion at a time.
Not to analyse it.
Not to judge it.
But to understand what it’s been trying to tell you—and through breath, movement, yoga and somatic practices, gently help your body let it go.
You don’t have to force your healing.
You simply create the space for it to happen.
Is this for you?
This training is for you if you’ve been doing the inner work for years but know there’s still another layer waiting to be explored.
It’s for you if people naturally come to you for advice, support or simply because they feel safe with you.
It’s for you if you’ve been quietly wondering whether you’re meant to do work that truly makes a difference in someone’s life.
And it’s for you if you know that before you can guide others, you want to experience that healing for yourself.
You don’t need to be a yoga teacher.
You don’t need to be a therapist.
You don’t need to have all the answers.
You just need to be willing to show up with an open heart.
We’ll guide you through the rest.
Why we created this training
Over the years, we met hundreds of women who were doing everything they could to heal.
They were reading the books.
Going to therapy.
Practising yoga.
Meditating.
Growing in so many beautiful ways.
And yet, so many of them quietly asked us the same question:
“Why do I still feel this way?”
We created this training because we believe healing doesn’t stop with understanding yourself.
There comes a point where your body needs to be part of the journey too.
This is the training we wish had existed when we were looking for the next step ourselves.
And it’s our privilege to now share it with you.
A personal note from us
If you’ve found your way here, you may be looking for a training that goes beyond theory.
Not because you haven’t already learned a lot, but because you want tools you can use in your body, not just understand in your mind.
We know that feeling well.
This training grew out of years of teaching, practicing, and working with people who wanted a more direct way to meet stress, emotion, and healing through the body.
Again and again, we’ve seen what happens when people slow down, notice breath, posture, tension, and sensation, and begin to work with the body instead of pushing past it. The process can be gentle, challenging, and very real.
If you choose to join us in Sri Lanka, you can expect hands-on practice, guided body-based exercises, and time to explore how to notice what your body is telling you. You’ll leave with practical tools you can use in your own life and work, along with a clearer way to track sensations, regulate your system, and respond with more confidence.
We won’t ask you to become anyone other than yourself. We’ll offer a grounded space where you can practice, reflect, and build a more trusting relationship with your body.
It would be a privilege to walk alongside you.
12+ years of teaching • 1,000+ students guided
• Yoga Trainers • Somatic Therapists • Retreat Leaders
Everything That’s Included in Your Journey
We’ve thoughtfully designed every part of this experience so you can fully immerse yourself in the work, without worrying about the details.
🏝️ Your Retreat
- 14 days of immersive training in Sri Lanka
- Shared, Private or Premium accommodation
- Peaceful retreat setting with swimming pool
- Just minutes from beautiful Unawatuna Beach
- A weekly Integration Day to rest, explore or simply enjoy some quiet time
🥗 Nourishing Food
- Fresh breakfasts and lunches prepared daily
- Unlimited tea, coffee and tropical fruit
- Healthy Sri Lankan and Western cuisine
- Fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Meals lovingly prepared by our in-house chef
🧘 Your Training
- Four guided sessions every day
- Somatic Practices
- Breathwork
- Yoga & Movement
- Qi Gong
- Nervous System Regulation
- Emotional Release Practices
- Partner & Group Facilitation
- Personal guidance and feedback throughout the training
🎓 Your Certification
- Practical facilitation assessment
- Teacher and peer feedback
- Printed Parimukti Somatic Facilitator Certificate
- Graduate ready to offer one-to-one sessions
- Graduate ready to facilitate workshops and retreats
🎁 Your Welcome Home Kit
When you arrive, you’ll receive your own Welcome Home Kit to support you throughout the training and long after you return home.
- Comprehensive Training Manual
- Guided Workbook
- Reflection Journal
- Practice Sheets
- Emotional Release Worksheets
- Facilitation Reference Cards
- Writing Materials
- A Special Welcome Gift
Everything is yours to keep.
🚀 Bonus Business Workshop
Before you leave Sri Lanka, we’ll help you take the first steps towards building your own practice.
- How to structure your first sessions
- How to confidently work with your first clients
- How to price your offerings
- How to begin building a meaningful practice
🤝 Ongoing Support
Your journey doesn’t end when the retreat does.
You’ll become part of our private student community and have continued access to your teachers as you begin putting your learning into practice.
And perhaps the most valuable thing you’ll take home…
A different deeper relationship with yourself.
One that you’ll carry for the rest of your life.
Imagine coming home feeling different.
Not because your life suddenly became perfect.
But because you learned how to meet it differently.
Instead of feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, you’ll know how to work with them.
Instead of trying to push fear away, you’ll understand what it’s asking of you.
Instead of feeling trapped by old patterns, you’ll have practical tools to help you move through them.
You’ll know how to calm your body when life feels uncertain.
You’ll know how to support the people you love without carrying everything for them.
And if you choose to share this work professionally, you’ll leave with the confidence to guide others through the same journey.
Life will still bring challenges.
But you won’t have to face them the way you always have.
What Happened Next
Every person who joins us arrives with a different story.
They leave with one too.
Here are just a few of them.
“I finally trusted myself.”
One participant arrived feeling overwhelmed and constantly second-guessing every decision.
During the training, something began to shift. As they learned to work with their emotions instead of fighting them, life became clearer.
After returning home, they completed their studies, started a wellness business and, for the first time in years, trusted themselves enough to move forward.
“I stopped repeating the same patterns.”
Another participant realised they had spent years putting everyone else’s needs before their own.
As they began listening to their body and recognising what safety actually felt like, their relationships started to change.
Today, they’re in a loving relationship built on trust, honesty and healthy boundaries.
“I finally had the courage to choose a different life.”
One participant came to Sri Lanka knowing something needed to change but not knowing where to begin.
By the end of the training, they weren’t a different person.
They simply had the clarity and confidence to take the next step.
Today they run a successful coaching practice, helping others through work they genuinely love.
Every journey is unique.
The destination isn’t.
Learning how to meet life with more clarity, more confidence and a deeper trust in yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any previous experience?
No.
Whether you’re completely new to somatic work or already teach yoga, coach or work in wellness, you’ll be guided step by step throughout the training.
Is this training only for people who want to become facilitators?
Not at all.
Many people join because they want to experience the work for themselves.
Others come because they feel called to support friends, family or clients.
Some discover that becoming a facilitator is the natural next step.
What if I find it difficult to open up?
That’s completely okay.
You will never be asked to share more than you’re ready to.
Everything is an invitation, never an expectation.
We create a safe, supportive environment where you can move at your own pace.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes.
After successfully completing the practical assessment, you’ll receive your Parimukti Somatic Facilitator Certificate, giving you the confidence to begin offering sessions and facilitating groups.
What happens after the training?
You’ll remain part of our growing community and have continued access to your teachers as you begin putting your learning into practice.
We want you to feel supported not only during the retreat, but as you take your first steps afterwards.
Is Sri Lanka safe?
Yes.
Sri Lanka is known for its warm hospitality, beautiful nature and relaxed pace of life.
We’ll provide everything you need before you travel and support you throughout your stay, so you can focus on enjoying the experience.
Perhaps this is your next step.
If you’ve been reading this page and quietly thinking,
“This feels different…”
…perhaps that’s worth listening to.
You don’t have to arrive with everything figured out.
You don’t have to be fearless.
You don’t have to be “ready.”
You simply have to be willing to take one small step towards yourself.
If that step leads you to Sri Lanka, we’d be honoured to welcome you.
We can’t promise life will never be difficult again.
But we can promise you’ll leave with practical tools, a supportive community and a different way of meeting whatever life brings.
We hope to see you soon.
Your 14-Day Journey
We don’t believe in rushing the process.
Real change happens one day, one conversation and one breakthrough at a time.
Day 1 — Arrive & Settle
Take a deep breath.
Meet your group, settle into your new surroundings and allow yourself to leave everyday life behind. This is your time.
Days 2–4 — Let Go of What You’ve Been Carrying
You’ll begin learning how to recognise the emotions your body has been holding onto and gently work with them through movement, breath and guided somatic practices.
Days 5–7 — Reconnect With Your Strength
As your body begins to soften, you’ll discover more energy, clearer boundaries and a deeper sense of confidence. Many participants say this is when everything starts to make sense.
Day 8 — Integration Day
A slower day to rest, visit the beach, explore the local cafés, journal or simply enjoy some quiet time.
Sometimes the deepest changes happen in the moments between the sessions.
Days 9–11 — Deepen Your Practice
You’ll continue exploring the work while learning how to safely support others through the same process.
Days 12–13 — Learn to Facilitate
With guidance from your teachers, you’ll begin leading practices yourself, receive feedback and build confidence in your ability to hold space for others.
Day 14 — Celebrate Your Journey
Celebrate everything you’ve experienced, receive your Parimukti Somatic Facilitator Certification and leave with practical tools you’ll carry for the rest of your life.
Our Daily Rhythm:
Mornings are devoted to soft tea chats, loving sharing circles, and understanding the theory behind the work. Afternoons and evenings are for practice—experiencing the methods, bypassing the busy mind with movement, and learning how to teach.
A Safe Space to Learn
We know that this kind of work can feel vulnerable.
That’s why we’ve created an environment where you’ll never be asked to move faster than you’re ready to.
You will never be forced to share something personal.
You will never be pushed into an experience that doesn’t feel right for you.
Everything we do is an invitation, never an expectation.
Throughout the training, our team is there to support you. Whether you need a conversation, a quiet moment, or simply someone to sit beside you, you won’t have to navigate the experience alone.
We believe real transformation doesn’t happen because someone pushes you.
It happens when you finally feel safe enough to let go.
Your Winter Escape: Sri Lanka Retreat Dates
Deep healing needs warmth, nature, and quiet. That is why we chose the lush, laid-back south coast of Sri Lanka (around Weligama and Ahangama). You cannot ask your nervous system to release decades of trapped emotions while you are freezing or surrounded by concrete!
Choose the two-week window that feels right for you:
- November 8th – 22nd, 2026
- December 1st – 15th, 2026
- January 10th – 24th, 2027
- February 7th – 21st, 2027
- March 7th – 21st, 2027
Your Investment in Yourself
Because this is the first season we are launching this specific Somatic Facilitator Training in Sri Lanka, we are offering a special first-season launch rate.
Regular Price
- ✔ Full 14-day curriculum
- ✔ 3 meals a day (excl. Sundays)
- ✖ Accommodation not included
- ✖ Airport transfers not included
Regular Price
- ✔ Full 14-day curriculum
- ✔ 3 meals a day (excl. Sundays)
- ✔ Shared room on venue
- ✖ Airport transfers not included
Regular Price
- ✔ Full 14-day curriculum
- ✔ 3 meals a day (excl. Sundays)
- ✔ Private room on venue
- ✖ Airport transfers not included
Regular Price
- ✔ Full 14-day curriculum
- ✔ 3 meals a day (excl. Sundays)
- ✔ Upgraded premium room
- ✔ Private round-trip driver
(Meals include 3 nourishing dishes a day, excluding Sundays to give you a chance to explore local cafes. Please note, the Internship rate is fixed and not eligible for further early-bird discounts).
A Little Something for Stepping Forward Early:
Making the decision to do this kind of deep work is a big step, and we want to honor the women who are ready to just say “yes” and commit to themselves. You can lighten your financial investment with our tiered early-booking discounts:
- The 60-Day Early Bird: Pay in full at least 60 days before your training begins and automatically save €300 off the regular price.
- The 45-Day Early Bird: Pay in full at least 45 days before your training begins and save €200 off the regular price.
To reserve your place in the circle, a €350 non-refundable deposit is required. If life changes, your deposit can be transferred to another Parimukti training or transferred to another person. The remaining balance may be paid by bank transfer before the training or in cash on arrival.
Is This the Right Fit For You?
You do not need fancy degrees, a coaching certification, or a past yoga teacher training to join us. All you need is an open heart and a real desire to meet yourself with honesty and love. You just need to be comfortable chatting in English so you can fully participate and feel at home in our sisterhood.
A gentle note on safety: Because we practice deep emotional breathing and movement, this journey can be quite physically activating. This program is not suitable for women who are pregnant, navigating severe heart or breathing conditions, or moving through recent acute clinical emotional trauma. This is never a rejection of your beautiful spirit—our beach sanctuaries simply aren’t clinical settings, and your absolute safety always comes first. If you aren’t sure, just send us a sweet message and we can chat about it privately.
Come Join the Circle
You do not need to have your whole life figured out before you come. You only need to feel that something inside you is asking for more space. More warmth. More truth.
If your heart is quietly whispering a solid “yes,” we would be so honored to welcome you.
Because we keep this container small (8–15 women) and the work is deeply personal, we don’t just have a standard “buy now” button. We want to make absolutely sure this training is the perfect fit for where you are right now.
Below, you’ll find a short application form. Quickly fill it out and we will reach out to you within 24 hours.
Want to say hello first?
We completely understand! If you want to connect before making the leap, our door is always open:
- Let’s Chat on Zoom: Grab a 15-minute slot to meet us face-to-face, ask your questions, and feel out the vibe. Message us to book
- Send us a WhatsApp: Have a quick question about flights or rooms? Text us directly! Message us on WhatsApp
- Send an email: Prefer to write it out? You can reach us here anytime. info@parimukti