SOMA Breathwork online certification reviews

This review documents an ongoing journey through SOMA Breathwork’s year-long teacher training program. It’s a living reflection that evolves with each module completed and each breath taken.

As the training unfolds, I’ll continue to update this post with personal insights, practical takeaways, and key lessons—both from the course content and my own experience integrating the practice.

Note: This is an evolving journal meant to offer real-world insight into the SOMA Breath method. It’s written to support others exploring breathwork as a tool for personal growth or professional practice.

What is SOMA breath?

SOMA Breath is more than just a breathwork technique—it’s a transformational system.

Blending ancient pranayama and rhythmic breathing with modern science and music, SOMA Breath helps improve emotional wellbeing, physical performance, and mental clarity.

Whether you’re joining to improve your health or become a certified instructor, the path begins with foundational tools and expands toward deep mind-body mastery.

Training structure: step-by-step path to certification

The SOMA training is well-organized, with a clear, progressive structure. From the first login, you’re guided seamlessly through each level, building confidence and skill as you go.

Training Progression Overview:

• SOMA Breathwork Challenge (Level 1A) – A 5-day introduction to core breathing techniques.
  
  
• Instructor Training (Level 1B) – Learn to lead SOMA Breath “Daily Dose” sessions and prepare for a live assessment.
  
  
• Advanced Instructor Training (Level 2) – Facilitate SOMA Awakening Breathwork journeys.
  
  
• Master Instructor – Shadow mentors and lead 21-day transformational programs.
  
  
• Transformational Coach – Create client-specific breathwork and coaching protocols.
  
  
• Master Transformational Coach – Dive deeper into advanced coaching and integrative healing.

Bonus: New students are encouraged to start with the Free 40-minute Breathwork Masterclass to get a taste of SOMA’s style and science-backed methods.

Personal insights: the 5-day challenge (level 1a)

The 5-Day SOMA Breath Challenge was unexpectedly powerful. Each session helped me unlock deeper awareness and reconnect with my body in new ways.

By day five, breath retention felt less intimidating and more intuitive. I began noticing benefits in sleep, digestion, and emotional balance.

Daily exercises were short but effective—backed by scientific explanations and musical guidance, which made it feel like both a lesson and a meditation.

Mentorship that makes the difference

A highlight of the program so far has been the one-on-one mentorship. After the Challenge, I had my second mentorship call, where my mentor outlined the path ahead and prepared me for the upcoming live teaching assessment.

This kind of personal guidance transformed what might have felt overwhelming into a clear, achievable plan. The mentor also shared helpful tips for refining my breath cues, energy flow, and presence as a facilitator.

Key takeaways from level 1a

Breathwork isn’t just a wellness tool—it’s foundational. Here are a few shifts I experienced after the first phase:

Coherence Breathing (which I’d previously learned through the HeartMath Institute) felt more grounded and internalized.

Greater awareness during meals—chewing more slowly, eating more mindfully.

Improved sleep patterns and deeper rest.

Emotional regulation became more natural and less reactive.

What’s next: preparing for level 1b

I’m currently in Level 1B, preparing for the live assessment and deepening my skills as a breathwork guide. This next step is all about integration—taking the knowledge from the course and bringing it to life in real sessions.

Stay tuned: I’ll be sharing how the live assessment goes, what surprised me, and what I’d do differently in future sessions.

Final thoughts (so far)

Even though I’m only partway through the SOMA Breath certification, the training has already shifted my mindset, body, and nervous system in powerful ways.

The structured path, real-time support, and focus on embodied learning make SOMA stand out from other breathwork programs I’ve explored.

If you’re considering becoming a SOMA Breath Instructor or just want to experience the benefits of breathwork for yourself, this is a solid place to start.

You might also like:

• Benefits of Breathwork
• Free 40-Min SOMA Masterclass

Note from the editor:

This post reflects direct participation in the SOMA training program. The author is a student currently enrolled in the one-year instructor certification and shares evolving reflections based on first-hand experience. No sponsorship or compensation was received for this content.