Safety and FAQ
Safety and participation
Practical information to help you decide whether a SOMO experience is suitable for you. This page is not medical advice.
General principles
Before and during an experience
- You decide whether an activity is suitable for you.
- Every physical exercise can be adapted or stopped.
- Personal sharing is optional.
- Intense discomfort is not a goal of the practice.
- You can ask the facilitator for a pause or support.
- Requirements for outdoor events are listed separately on Luma.
- SOMO does not replace medical care or individual mental health support.
Health concerns
If you have an injury, are pregnant, have recently had surgery, or have a cardiac or other relevant health condition, consult an appropriate health professional before taking part.
Tell the facilitator about anything that may affect your physical participation.
Strong reactions
Body-based practices may be accompanied by emotions, memories or other unexpected reactions.
You can reduce the intensity, stop, rest or choose not to discuss what appeared.
Notes for each experience
Somo Circles
Somo Circles is an experiential group combining somatic shaking with facilitated reflection. It is not psychotherapy, a medical service or treatment for a health condition.
Seek appropriate individual support if you are in crisis or need immediate help.
Somo Flow
Somo Flow is a group class combining yoga, movement and somatic shaking. It does not include group reflection.
Somo Outdoors
Before booking, review the difficulty, duration, weather conditions, equipment and instructions for each event.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is somatic shaking?
It is a physical practice in which shaking may appear after gentle muscular activation. You remain aware and can stop.
Is shaking required?
No. You do not need to force or produce a particular response.
Do I remain in control?
Yes. You can reduce the intensity, change position or stop.
Do I need to be physically fit?
Most exercises can be adapted. Each outdoor event lists its own required level.
Are SOMO experiences psychotherapy?
No. SOMO experiences are not psychotherapy or medical services.
What language are they delivered in?
Greek or English. The language is listed on each Luma event.
Where do they take place?
In person in Athens and, for Somo Outdoors, at locations in or around Attica.
How do I book?
Bookings and waiting lists are managed through Luma.
How do I cancel?
Each event has its own cancellation terms, shown on Luma.
Can an organisation host a private session?
Yes. Contact us through the For Organisations page.
Experiences
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The practical details for each event live on Luma.