MoveWise

Biomechanical Certification

Cutting-edge Biomechanics Meet Healing Principles of Yoga Therapy.

Next MoveWise training starts May 7, 2026

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Become a Specialist certified in the Circle Yoga Method by January 2027!

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Get $200 off when you enroll before march 23, 2026.

How you stand out with our circle yoga method

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With the Circle Yoga Method, you don’t just learn techniques—you become a specialist.

Our MoveWise Biomechanical Certification equips you with the rare ability to see movement patterns clearly, assess them with precision, and guide transformation with confidence.

Our Method is founded on:

🪶 Patterns, not parts: We identify and correct whole-body movement patterns rather than isolating individual body parts.

🪶 Functional and developmental lens: Movement is analyzed through the lens of human development and functional patterns to restore efficiency and resilience.

🪶 Whole “movement diet”: We consider all daily movements (or lack thereof) that shape the body over time, and aim to create balance and variety in that movement “diet.”

🪶 Correction ≠ “working out”: Corrective work targets asymmetries and dysfunction, distinct from general strength or endurance training that simply fatigue to grow muscle.

🪶 Intelligent approach to pain: We don’t ignore pain—but we also work with it thoughtfully, knowing when to challenge and when to support the nervous system.

🪶 Individuality matters: Corrective strategies must be made unique to each person, informed by their movement history, past injuries, as well as their goals and aspirations.

🪶 Holistic approach — “as above, so below”: We know that working with the physical body also influences lifestyle habits, emotional patterns, and deeper imbalances.

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Who is THIS For?

The MoveWise Certification is designed for anyone who is fascinated by human resilience and is seeking to specialize in whole-body thriving.

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It’s for you if:

🪷 You’re a yoga teacher who has felt frustrated hearing a student says, “This pose hurts,” because you don’t feel fully equipped to assess or respond with confidence.

🪷 You’re a fitness professional whose students keep showing up, but they aren’t progressing, and you want the skills to guide them more effectively.

🪷 You’ve noticed recurring asymmetries or compensations in your classes or sessions but lack a clear framework to assess and correct them.

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🪷 You’re working with clients with limited mobility—those who struggle to get up and down from the floor—and you want to help restore their independence and quality of life.

🪷 You’re leading group classes and feel ready to expand into private client work—offering personalized assessments, corrective strategies, and higher-value services that set you apart.

🪷 You want to add a movement-based dimension to your existing one-on-one sessions—ease discomfort, accelerate progress, and overall deepen the value of your work.

If any of this resonates, MoveWise is designed to fill those gaps and equip you to become the specialist, guide, and practitioner your clients are looking for.

Grab a spot 
Early Bird ($200 off) when you make your deposit before mar 23, 2026.

To ground yourself in the essentials,

we recommend starting with

our Foundational 200-Hour YTT.

MoveWise may not be a good fit if:

  • You’re still building confidence as a teacher.

  • You’re brand new to yoga and movement.

  • You’re looking for a general fitness or workout certification.

  • You’re not yet ready to take on private clients or offer specialized services.

Once you’re ready to stand out as a movement specialist, MoveWise will be here for you.

Check out our Foundational 200hr YTT

The Skills you’ll gain

MoveWise attracts not only yoga teachers, but also professionals across the fields of health, movement, wellness, and healing.

By the end of the MoveWise Certification, you’ll have a practical toolkit that lets you assess with clarity, correct with precision, and guide clients into lasting transformation.

🔥 Lead precise biomechanical assessments that uncover client pain points, movement patterns, and postural imbalances—so you know exactly where to begin correction.

🔥 Guide clients out of chronic pain and discomfort with targeted movement strategies that bring real, lasting relief.

🔥 Target different systems of the body using techniques like soft tissue rolling, cold stretching, and activations—matching the method to the client’s need.

🔥 Scale practice according to client capacity—adjusting load, rest, reps/sets, and intensity to ensure safe, progressive, and effective sessions.

🔥 Learn to design effective, personalized corrective exercise plans that keep clients satisfied, progressing, and coming back.

🔥 Understand the body in depth through evolutionary development, fascia, joint mechanics, and common pathologies—giving you the insight to work with confidence while staying inside scope of practice.

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"Listen to the call and go to the Shala! Even after a degree in kinesiology, I learned so much more here and was able to put it into practice immediately.”

—Jessica

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Upcoming Dates

The MoveWise Certification unfolds over 2 intensives.

2026 Dates

Intensive 1: May 7 - 10, 2026

Intensive 2: September 10 - 13, 2026

Completion of the certification requirements in home community by: January 12, 2027

Arrival is on Thursday, after 3 PM and departure is on Sunday, after 3 Pm.
I am Ready

Certification content

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Intensive 1 establishes the basis for all biomechanical assessment—criteria and methods that reveal asymmetries, compensations, and hidden imbalances. We also explore how and where to assess pain, as well as how to recognize postural patterns held by the fascia. By the end of the intensive, you’ll be fully equipped to go back into your community and start practicing assessments.

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Intensive 2 dives into analysis and application. You’ll learn to correlate intake and assessment data and identify where to begin correction. You’ll be shown how to target different systems with your corrective strategies, along with methods for designing personalized corrective home practices. By the end, you’ll have the tools to start making corrective interventions on your own.

Program Cost

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Deposit:

A $500 non-refundable deposit saves your spot.

The Remaining Payment Can Be Made By:

🌱A one-and-done payment or

🌱Monthly payments (4 payments)

One-and-Done with Accommodations:

  • One and done + shared accommodations: $2,257

  • One and done + private accommodations: $2,437

Monthly Payments with Accommodations:

  • Shared accommodations: $620/month (for 4 months)

  • Private accommodations: $670/month (for 4 months)

What’s Covered?

The cost covers tuition, lodging, meals, printed handbook, 2 private coaching sessions with a Lead Trainer (optional), individual feedback on your video demonstrations, and lifetime access to our Training Hub.

For dietary restrictions, an additional $78 will be added to your total.

Read the Program and School Policies for info on refunds, deferrals, withdrawals, and other details.

Early Bird:

Get $200 off the deposit

Available up to 45 days of start date

Don’t miss out!

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“MoveWise builds on the 300 hour YTT program very well but it was also accessible for my classmates who trained elsewhere. The program was rich with useful material and and delivered in a thoughtful and intelligent way. Highly recommend!”

— Ryan, MD

Who we are

Here’s what to expect when you arrive at the Shala–

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Our Accommodations

We offer private and shared rooms in our converted barn, as well as a limited number of private cabins. Our rooms are rustic, comfortable, and designed to help you fully immerse in the experience. 

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Meals at the Shala

You’ll enjoy 3 freshly-prepared, vegetarian meals daily. Coffee and tea are available throughout the day. 

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Our Location

Our homestead is nestled deep in the Arkansas Ozarks—just 20 minutes from the town of Jasper. We are surrounded by the beauty of the Ozark National Forest and within close reach of the Buffalo National River.

For directions and nearby airports, click here.

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Quick

Recap —

MoveWise might be right for you if you:

✅ Want to assess, correct, and transform movement patterns with precision and confidence.

✅ Work with clients experiencing pain, postural imbalances, or limited mobility, and want to guide them safely toward relief and resilience.

✅ Are ready to add a movement-based dimension to your existing sessions or expand into private client work with higher-value offerings.

✅ Want to scale practice to client capacity, adjusting load, reps, rest, and intensity for safe, effective progression.

✅ Seek a deep understanding of the body, including fascia, joint mechanics, evolutionary development, and common pathologies.

✅ Want to target different systems of the body with techniques like soft tissue rolling, cold stretching, and activations.

✅ Plan to establish a therapeutic pathway forward—laying the foundation for certification as a Circle Yoga Shala Yoga Therapist.

✅ Are fascinated by human resilience and potential, and ready to become a specialist in whole-body thriving.

Grab your spot 
Early Bird ($200 off) when you make your deposit before mar 23, 2026.
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"I’ve trained with Matt one-on-one for the past 10 years. The freedom and strength I feel in my body is impossible to explain. I am strong, getting stronger all the time. He designed my movement path, and I’ve followed it.”

— Emily

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“I worked with Matt to address ongoing chronic pain issues. Matt’s breadth and depth of knowledge, assessment, and skills is unparalleled. As a chronic pain sufferer, being able to work with Matt was a gift. Matt is a true master.”

— Shanti

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“I waited 20 years to find a school that taught me what the Shala taught. I wanted the real deal. I wanted to learn more than asana and anatomy, I wanted the why and how. They delivered! Worth every penny. Deeply grateful.”

— Darla

FAQs

If you still have questions after reading these FAQs, don't hesitate to contact us.

  • Nope. We do, however, recommend completing our Advanced 300hr Yoga Teacher Training program prior to enrolling.

  • Yes. You will be responsible for watching videos and applying what you learned during the intensives.

  • Every cohort is different, but we usually average between 6 and 10 participants.

  • We strongly recommend attending both on-site intensives. If you don't, you will have to register again to complete the program.

  • If you don't pass the certification the first time, you will have the option to re-submit your video demonstrations (additional fees will apply).

  • No. You must plan to attend the intensives in person.

  • Absolutely not. :) We have plenty for your enjoyment.