THE PME SOMATIC TRAINING

Professional Training in Somatic Movement Therapy and Education

Move. Develop. Transform.

About PME

PME (Physio-Mentale Entwicklung) is a contemporary somatic approach to movement, healing, learning, and human development.

At the heart of PME is the understanding that meaningful change cannot be imposed from the outside but emerges through sensing, movement, touch, reflection, relationship, and the creative potential already present within each person.

Rather than teaching predetermined movements or offering fixed interpretations, PME invites participants into a process of embodied inquiry in which new movement, new understanding, and new possibilities can unfold naturally from within.

Rooted in expressive dance, somatic education, body psychotherapy, contemplative traditions, and more than 35 years of professional practice, PME integrates creativity with professional education in Somatic Movement Therapy and Education.

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Our Professional Training Pathway

Basic PME Somatic Training

A 250-hour foundation program introducing the principles and applications of PME through experiential learning, somatic movement, embodiment, creativity, coaching, touch, and reflection.

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Advanced PME Somatic Training

A further 250-hour professional program developing competence in teaching, coaching, Somatic Movement Therapy, professional practice, supervision, ethics, and research.

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Why Choose PME?

• Learning through direct experience rather than imitation
• Creativity emerging through sensing, movement, and embodied exploration
• A balance of personal transformation and professional education
• Small learning groups with individual guidance
• Hybrid participation (online and on-site)
• Internationally recognised professional training
• Developed through more than 35 years of professional practice

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Accreditation

The complete PME Somatic Training comprises 500 learning hours and is internationally recognised through ISMETA and USABP.

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• detailed program guides
• course descriptions
• free resources
• open online classes
• application information
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PROGRAM INFORMATION

Basic PME Somatic Training

Duration: 18 months

Learning Hours: 250

Format: Hybrid (online and on-site)

Areas of Study

• Somatic Movement
• Anatomical Embodiment
• Somatic Coaching
• Somatic Touch
• Healing Dance
• Personal Development
• Professional Foundations

Outcome

Students develop an embodied understanding of PME and establish the foundations for professional practice.

Advanced PME Somatic Training

Duration: 20 months

Learning Hours: 250

Entry Requirement

Successful completion of the Basic PME Somatic Training.

Areas of Study

• Somatic Movement Therapy
• Teaching and Facilitation
• Coaching
• Therapeutic Practice
• Ethics
• Supervision
• Research
• Professional Development

Outcome

Graduates develop professional competence in Somatic Movement Therapy and Education and fulfill the educational requirements for professional recognition through ISMETA and USABP.

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For detailed curricula, dates, fees, and application information, please visit:

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Media & Resources

Explore the philosophy, practice, and learning experience of the PME Somatic Training through our free multimedia resources.

Heritage and Lineage of PME (Video)
Discover the historical roots and professional influences that shaped PME, from expressive dance and somatic education to body psychotherapy, contemplative traditions, and over 35 years of professional practice.

Student Experiences (Video)
Hear students share their motivations for joining the PME Somatic Training and reflect on their personal and professional learning experiences throughout the program.

How to Touch the Beauty of Healing (Podcast)
In this episode of The Somatic Radio, Dieter Rehberg introduces the philosophy of PME and explores how sensing, movement, touch, and the quality of perception support healing, creativity, and human development.

Theory and Practice (Video Library)
Explore a growing collection of educational videos introducing the theory, principles, and practical applications of PME, including somatic movement, coaching, therapy, embodiment, and professional practice.