James Knight, E-RYT 200, CHSE
James Knight, E-RYT, CHSE (Certified Hanna Somatic Educator by the Novato Institute for Somatic Research and Training) is one of the early pioneers to bridge yoga and Somatics. He is an Integrative Therapist, Movement Educator, Yoga Teacher, and Author. His life’s purpose is to inspire others to live a fulfilling life of physical, emotional and spiritual freedom.
James is honored to have facilitated Gentle Somatic Yoga® (GSY) events at Yogaville for many years. He is joyful for the opportunity to invite others into this thriving spiritual community and learn the science and lifestyle of all the limbs of yoga.
Learn more about James and Gentle Somatic Yoga on the Integral Yoga Podcast, interviewed by Avi Gordon:
- Episode 80 | James Knight | Gentle Somatic Yoga – published July 2022
- Episode 108 | James Knight | Exploring Somatic Wisdom – published Jan. 2024
Events with James Knight, E-RYT 200, CHSE
Gentle Somatic Yoga® Level 1 TrainingOctober 10 - 15, 2025
Gentle Somatic Yoga® (GSY) GSY is a simple, practical, and effective form of brain-to-muscle re-education that goes to the root cause of most chronic muscular pain and stiffness. This heart-informed and evidence-based method is accessible for most people and can be incorporated into other spiritual practices. The beneficial results can be immediate and long-lasting. In…
Gentle Somatic Yoga® Weekend: Practices for Deep Self CareOctober 10 - 12, 2025
Join us for a weekend of whole-self nourishment and restoration! In this workshop you will learn innovative and therapeutic Somatic Movements, meditation, organic farm-to-table food, and be inspired by the sacred Blue Ridge Mountains. Gentle Somatic Yoga® is a simple, practical, and effective form of brain-to-muscle re-education that goes to the root cause of most…
Gentle Somatic Yoga® Weekend: Practices for Deep Self CareOctober 9 - 11, 2026
Join us for a weekend of whole-self nourishment and restoration! In this workshop you will learn innovative and therapeutic Somatic Movements, meditation, organic farm-to-table food, and be inspired by the sacred Blue Ridge Mountains. Gentle Somatic Yoga® is a simple, practical, and effective form of brain-to-muscle re-education that goes to the root cause of most…
Gentle Somatic Yoga® Level 1 TrainingOctober 9 - 14, 2026
Gentle Somatic Yoga® (GSY) GSY is a simple, practical, and effective form of brain-to-muscle re-education that goes to the root cause of most chronic muscular pain and stiffness. This heart-informed and evidence-based method is accessible for most people and can be incorporated into other spiritual practices. The beneficial results can be immediate and long-lasting. In…