Soma Practice Offerings

Embodied movement is the practice of being fully present in your body as you move. It’s about tuning into your inner landscape—becoming aware of your breath, the rhythm of your heart, your body temperature, how your muscles contract and release, and how your body moves through space. Rather than focusing on how movement looks, embodied movement invites you to feel into the experience of being a living, breathing, sensing body in motion.

Somatic movement takes us a layer deeper. It uses movement to connect with and understand how our emotions live in the body. Our feelings are often stored in our muscles, tissues, and bones—and somatic movement helps us bring gentle awareness to these internal experiences.

It can support nervous system regulation, emotional expression, and the release of held tension.

Through somatic movement, we create space to move what we feel and reconnect with ourselves in a meaningful, embodied way.

The word Soma comes from Ancient Greek and means “living body.” In our movement classes, we explore somatic techniques designed to support and nourish the body from within. The intention is that, as a participant, you’ll build a repertoire of exercises that can support you beyond the studio. Soma Practice was created to share simple, daily body-based practices that help you care for your Soma—your living, breathing body.

Just bring your Soma! Mats and small props are provided. The space includes bathrooms, drinking water, and areas to change and store your belongings.

In the warmer months, we recommend bringing a small towel. For Soma SOFT classes, which involve deep nervous system regulation, it’s common for body temperature to drop—so you might want to bring an extra layer that’s comfortable to move in.

Yes! We welcome every Soma—every body, every experience level. Both classes offer layered exercises to suit all abilities, with each movement offered as an invitation, not an expectation.

Led by Jodi, an experienced and intuitive movement facilitator, the classes are accessible to all bodies. Options and modifications are always available, with plenty of space for rest and self-guided pacing, so you can meet yourself exactly where you are.

Yes! Jodi offers both group and personalised online classes by request. To book, just get in touch at hello@somapractice.com.

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If you're new to movement, we recommend starting with Soma SOFT from your second trimester (12 weeks) onward. These gentle, nourishing classes offer space to move with care, connect with your changing body, and build supportive practices for this special time.

If you’re an experienced mover, Soma STRONG may still be suitable for you. Please reach out to Jodi at hello@somapractice.com for a personalised prenatal consultation.

With years of experience in injury rehabilitation and prevention, Jodi brings a deep understanding of how to safely support your body throughout both your prenatal and postpartum journey.

Both studios are warm, welcoming spaces—perfect environments to connect deeply with your Soma.

Green Monday Studios

73 Grattan Street, Carlton VIC 3053

• Tuesday classes are held on the top floor in the Dance Room.

• Thursday classes take place on the first floor in the Rose Room.

Darebin Presbyterian Church

15 Rossmoyne St, Thornbury VIC 3071

• Wednesday classes are in the hall.

There are cycle racks outside the studio, in a well-lit area, where your bike can safely rest while you move.

Green Monday Studios (Carlton) -

For parking, there are parking buildings located on Grattan Street, and on-street parking is easiest on Drummond Street, just around the corner.

The studio is easily accessible by Lygon and Swanston Street trams, with just a short walk to the studio.

Darebin Presbyterian Church (Thornbury) -

On-street parking is located on Rossmoyne Street and High Street.

The hall is easily accessible from High Street trams.