SOMĀNTRA™ is a modular advanced training for teachers and serious practitioners seeking depth beyond performance and clarity beyond ideology.
The name SOMĀNTRA™ is derived from two Sanskrit roots:
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Soma - often understood as the nectar of quiet awareness, the subtle intelligence of rest, integration, and inner nourishment
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Mantra - a tool of refinement, repetition, and attunement; that which steadies and directs the mind
Together, SOMĀNTRA™ represents a movement from effort to attunement, from doing to listening, where practice becomes less about external form and more about internal coherence.
What SOMĀNTRA™ Trains
This programme is a structured exploration of:
• Nervous system regulation
• Somatic and structural intelligence
• Breath-based integration
• Subtle body literacy
• Conscious facilitation and leadership
• Nāda Yoga and sound-based awareness
Rather than adding more techniques, SOMĀNTRA™ cultivates discernment.
It trains teachers to understand inner mapping and to teach from embodied clarity rather than external validation.
SOMĀNTRA™ may be completed in full (350 hours) or taken in individual levels as Continuing Professional Education (CEP) for 200-hour certified teachers.
Each level confers a defined professional scope of practice.
This is a one-of-a-kind advanced yoga training in the UK and across the globe for those who desire to help their communities by sharing their knowledge, wisdom and support.
The course is for anyone interested in learning about Yoga's transforming practices and teachings. It is suggested for both personal as well as professional development.
This programme is for YOU if...
You are ready to elevate your yoga practice and teaching, moving beyond studio sessions to offer personalised, therapeutic yoga that transforms lives.
You are excited to specialise in diverse and powerful yoga disciplines, including Ayurveda, Elemental Yoga, Yang Yin Yoga, Fascia Release, Chakra Balancing, Pranayama, Meditation, Restorative Yoga, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, Sound Healing and Yoga Nidra, Wisdom Goddesses (Dasha Mahavidya)
You are committed to advancing your skills and knowledge to provide personalised, compassionate, and effective yoga instruction that addresses the diverse needs of your students, including those with specific therapeutic needs.
How our 350+Hour SOMĀNTRA™
Yoga TTC Works
This training is crafted to be adaptable, accessible and supportive.
What Makes SOMĀNTRA™ Different?
Enhancing Teaching Confidence
Gain the assurance needed to lead classes with poise and authority.
Addressing Diverse Student Needs
Learn to tailor your teaching to accommodate varying student abilities and conditions.
Expanding Specialty Knowledge
Explore advanced topics such as Ayurveda, Yoga Nidra, and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga to enhance your offerings.
Deepening Yoga Knowledge
Expand your understanding of yoga philosophy, anatomy, and advanced practices.
Developing Therapeutic Skills
Acquire specialised training in therapeutic yoga to support students with specific health concerns.
Mastering Online Teaching
Adapt to the growing demand for online yoga classes with confidence and competence.
Refining Teaching Techniques
Improve your ability to deliver clear, effective, and engaging instructions.
Building Professionalism
Cultivate the organisational and professional skills necessary for a successful yoga teaching career.
Creating a Holistic Teaching Approach
Integrate traditional yoga wisdom with modern techniques to provide comprehensive, well-rounded instruction.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE & PRICING
Full Certification - 350 Hours
(Module 1 + Module 2 + Module 3 + Module 4)
Investment: £5990
Early Commitment: £4990
(Available for enrolments confirmed 2+ months prior to start date of Module 1)
Payment Plans Available. Kindly email connect@theyoganerds.com
Graduates receive full 350-hour SOMĀNTRA™ Yoga Teacher Training certification.
INDIVIDUAL MODULES & PRICING PLAN
A Different Kind of Training
SOMĀNTRA™ is not about mastering more.
It is about refining perception.
It invites you to slow down, observe more carefully, and teach with greater clarity,
not by adding, but by understanding what is already present.
What You Will Study in the 350 Hour
Somantra Advanced
Yoga Teacher Training
Sound Healing, Voice and Vibrational Awareness
We begin with sound as the foundation of perception.
This module introduces sound healing training, sound bath facilitation, and vibrational awareness practices as tools for regulation, deep listening, and internal clarity.
You will learn:
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the difference between sound healing and sound bath practices
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how vibration and frequency influence the nervous system
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working with instruments, voice, and silence
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introduction to sargam and vocal toning practices
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developing sensitivity to resonance, rhythm, and stillness
This is where practice shifts from doing to listening.
Restorative Yoga and Nervous System Regulation
In a world of overstimulation, the ability to rest is essential.
This module focuses on restorative yoga teacher training, nervous system regulation, and trauma aware practice.
You will explore:
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the parasympathetic nervous system and recovery states
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the role of restorative yoga in burnout, fatigue, and anxiety
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the vagus nerve and improving vagal tone
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the physiological impact of chronic stress
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how to create safe, non performative yoga spaces
This establishes safety before depth.
Yoga Nidra and States of Consciousness
This module explores yoga nidra teacher training and guided deep rest practices.
You will study:
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the structure and levels of yoga nidra
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how yoga nidra affects subconscious patterns and cognition
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the relationship between sleep, awareness, and restoration
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how to guide yoga nidra sessions effectively
This develops the ability to observe without interference.
Meditation and Awareness Based Practice
This module focuses on meditation training and awareness based practices.
You will learn:
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principles of meditation beyond technique
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the relationship between attention and perception
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meditation and neuroscience
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why stillness feels uncomfortable
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how to guide meditation with clarity and restraint
This builds discipline and clarity in practice.
Yin Yoga, Fascia and Functional Anatomy
This module focuses on yin yoga teacher training, fascia studies, and structural intelligence.
You will explore:
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fascia as a system of communication and adaptability
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flexibility versus mobility
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fascial lines and interconnected movement
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joint health and longevity
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how yin yoga supports modern bodies
This develops sustainable movement practices.
Pranayama and Breath-work
This module explores pranayama training and breath-work practices.
You will study:
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breath and its role in nervous system regulation
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how pranayama influences mental and emotional states
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different breathing techniques and their applications
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breath as a bridge between body and mind
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using breath for both activation and grounding
This integrates physiological and energetic understanding.
Dasha Mahāvidyā, Mantra and Inner Transformation
This is where the work becomes deeper and more confronting.
You will explore:
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the Daśa Mahāvidyā as forces of transformation within human experience
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mantra as vibration, repetition, and internal conditioning
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the role of sound in shaping awareness and identity
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working with intensity, shadow, and contradiction
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feminine and masculine dynamics within consciousness
This module moves beyond comfort into honest inner work.
Prasuti Tantra and Cycles of Creation
This module explores prasuti tantra and the intelligence of life cycles.
You will learn:
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cycles of creation, holding, dissolution, and renewal
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recognising these cycles in body, mind, and relationships
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working with timing rather than forcing outcomes
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understanding change as a natural process
This aligns practice with natural rhythms rather than control.
Somatic Movement and Embodiment
This module brings everything into lived experience through somatic movement and embodiment practices.
You will learn:
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developing awareness through sensation and internal feedback
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the body as an adaptive, intelligent system
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re patterning movement without force
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embodiment as integration, not performance
This grounds the work into the body.
Chakra, Kosha and Subtle Body Systems
This module explores chakra system, koshas, and subtle body awareness.
You will study:
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chakras as centres of perception and behaviour
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the five koshas as layers of human experience
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the relationship between body, mind, and energy
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approaching subtle body practices responsibly
This deepens internal mapping and awareness.
Psychology, Stress and Trauma Awareness
This module bridges yoga psychology, trauma awareness, and modern science.
You will explore:
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the effects of stress, anxiety, anger, and depression
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trauma and its impact on the nervous system
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introduction to polyvagal theory
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connections between eastern and western psychology
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recognising patterns with responsibility
This builds informed and ethical teaching.
Integration and Daily Practice
This final stage brings everything together.
You will learn:
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designing a personalised daily practice
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integrating yoga, breath, meditation, and awareness into life
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creating consistency without rigidity
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moving from fragmented practices to a cohesive system
This ensures the training becomes lived experience.
The Art of Holding Space and Circle Facilitation
In today’s world, the ability to hold space is essential.
This module focuses on space holding, group facilitation, and circle work.
You will learn:
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how to create safe, grounded environments for others
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the difference between guiding, fixing, and controlling
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holding space without projection or interference
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facilitating circles, workshops, and retreats
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developing presence, listening, and discernment
This is where teaching shifts into responsible leadership.
About Madhura
Director of The Yoga Nerds & Move with Madhura
E-RYT 500, YACEP | Yoga Therapist | Ayurveda Consultant
Madhura Bhagwat is a yoga educator, teacher trainer, and founder of The Yoga Nerds, known for her nuanced and uncompromising approach to teaching yoga beyond the physical. With nearly two decades of experience and roots in a traditional yogic lineage, her work bridges classical philosophy with modern understanding of movement, anatomy, and the nervous system, alongside an academic background in politics, law, and business studies.
Her teaching is not about performance or aesthetics, but about awareness, integrity, and depth. Drawing from yoga philosophy, embodied wisdom arts, and subtle teachings rooted in traditions such as the Dasha Mahāvidyā, alongside fascia-informed movement, breathwork, and restorative practices, she guides students and teachers towards a more intelligent, embodied, and sustainable way of practising and teaching.
Madhura teaches internationally and is committed to preserving the essence of yoga while making it relevant to the realities of modern life, allowing space for both linear learning and non-linear, lived experience to unfold.
