Body De-armouring Practitioner Training Bulgaria
A two-week, trauma-informed practitioner training rooted in Neo-Reichian tradition, this program teaches a precise, grounded approach to Body De-armouring that supports the release of physical tension, emotional holding, and energetic stagnation while honouring the body’s innate wisdom to heal and regulate. Blending theory, hands-on practice, and personal development, it equips somatic practitioners, psychotherapists, and bodyworkers to work with presence, attunement, and skill, fostering genuine transformation through respectful touch and conscious awareness.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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About This Retreat
This two-week practitioner training has been specially developed for the Bulgarian Institute for Neo-Reichian Analytical Psychotherapy. Based in the tradition of Wilhelm Reich, it honours the lineage of somatic bodywork and offers a comprehensive approach to Body De-armouring developed by Andrew Barnes in 1998.
This customised, trauma-informed training introduces a non-sexual approach to Body De-armouring. Designed specifically for students and professionals of the Institute, it supports the release of physical tension, energetic stagnation, and emotional holding patterns within the body. Through skilful touch, presence, and attunement, practitioners learn to support the body’s natural capacity for regulation, expression, and healing.
Although developed for the Bulgarian Institute, the training is also open to other practitioners with an existing somatic background. It combines theoretical grounding, hands-on learning, and self-development, and is ideal for bodyworkers, psychotherapists, and other professionals seeking to deepen their skills in supporting emotional release and somatic transformation.
Week 1 focuses on de-armouring the front of the body and building the essential somatic foundations for this work:
• Techniques for accessing and releasing tension in the front of the body• Identifying and working with trigger points held in the front-body tissues• Developing sensitivity and precision in touch• Reading the body’s cues through breath, movement, and subtle response• Regulating your own nervous system while working with another’s• Understanding female and male sexuality, anatomy, and common sexual dysfunctions
Week 2 deepens the practice by expanding into new areas of the body and refining the practitioner’s ability to support deeper layers of somatic release and integration:
• Techniques for back-body de-armouring• Intra-oral de-armouring of the jaw and mouth• Identifying and clearing trigger points in the jaw, neck, and back• Exploring the relationship between the jaw and pelvic floor• Supporting deeper psychosomatic unwinding and emotional release• Enhancing your somatic intuition and energetic tracking during sessions• Expanding into female and male sexuality, anatomy, and related dysfunctions
This training is intentionally crafted, with an emphasis on depth, presence, and real-world application. It offers a focused opportunity to engage with the body’s innate intelligence and refine the art of holding space in a somatic and respectful way.
This retreat will be held in a beautiful workshop space in Sofia, carefully chosen to support deep transformation. Full address and venue details will be provided upon registration.
For more information you can WhatsApp Daniela at +359 89 430 8318.
Booking & Cancellation Policy
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may require changes to your plans. Our cancellation policy is designed to provide flexibility while ensuring clarity for all parties involved.
Event Registration Cancellation
Full Refund: Cancellations made at least 30 days prior to the event date will receive a full refund.
Partial Refund: Cancellations made between 15 and 29 days before the event will be eligible for a 50% refund.
No Refunds: Cancellations made 14 days or less before the event are not eligible for a refund.
Ticket Transfers
If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to another individual at no extra cost. Please notify us of the change at least 7 days prior to the event with the new attendee's details.
Exceptional Circumstances
In cases of emergencies or unavoidable situations, such as medical or natural disasters, refund requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation may be required.
Event Cancellation by Organisers
If the event is canceled by the organizers, attendees will receive a full refund of the ticket price. Alternatively, participants may have the option to transfer their registration to a rescheduled date or a similar future event.
How to Cancel or Modify
To cancel your registration or request a refund:
Submit your request via the contact form or customer support email provided at the time of registration.
Include your name, ticket number, and reason for cancellation.
Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 14 business days of the request being approved.
This policy ensures transparency and fairness while balancing the commitments and costs involved in organising a successful event. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note: Meals and accommodation are not included in your registration fee. Lunch options will be coordinated separately by the local organiser, who will contact you directly with details and pricing.
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