MoveWise

Biomechanical Certification

Master Movement infused with Yogic Wisdom

Next MoveWise training starts May 7, 2026

Become a Specialist certified in the Circle Yoga Method by December 2026!

Save your spot with a deposit.

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

How you stand out with our circle yoga method

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.

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.

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’re ready to expand into private client work or add a movement-based dimension to your existing one-on-one sessions.

🪷 You are working with clients struggling after injuries, surgeries, or repetitive stress, and you want to help them move with greater ease and resilience..

🪷 You see a wide variety of needs in your classes and want to know how to address them all without leaving any students behind.

🪷 You’re giving the right cues, but your students aren’t following along—and you want to learn how to be more precise with your teaching.

If any of this resonates, MoveWise is designed to fill those gaps and help you become the guide—and practitioner—you’ve been waiting to be.

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

Still Finding Your Voice as a Teacher?

If you’ve completed a 200-Hour YTT but don’t quite feel ready to step confidently in front of a class, you’re not alone. That’s exactly what our Foundational 200-Hour Training is designed for—to help you build the skills and confidence to share yoga with others. Once you feel steady in that role, this Advanced 300-Hour Training will be here to help you go even deeper.

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, and healing.

🔥 Mental Health Practitioners — Learn to lead powerful somatic practices that help clients regulate, ground, and build self-awareness.

🔥 Massage Therapists — Complement your bodywork with movement strategies that help clients sustain tissue mobility and turn temporary relief into lasting change.

🔥 Personal Trainers — Learning to cue core activations and a neutral spine which can prevent many common injuries.

🔥 Physical Therapists — Enrich your clinical approach with Ayurvedic insights that explain why certain interventions succeed for some clients but not others, giving you more precise and personalized strategies.

🔥 Occupational Therapists — Gain effective movement strategies for teaching clients how to get up and down from the floor and approach everyday tasks—like bending, reaching, and lifting—with greater ease and confidence.

"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

Upcoming Dates

The MoveWise Certification unfolds over 2 intensives.

2026 Dates

Intensive 1: May 7 - 10, 2026

Intensive 2: September 10 - 13, 2026

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

Certification content

Intensive 1 establishes the basis for all biomechanical assessmentcriteria 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.

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

Deposit:

A $500 non-refundable deposit saves your spot in the program.

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, 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!

Grab your spot

“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–

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. 

For more photos of our accommodations, click here.

Meals at the Shala

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

For more photos of some of our favorite meals, click here.

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.

talk to a Trainer

Have questions about the training or

wondering if it’s the right fit for you?

Connect directly with one of our trainers.

We’ll listen to your goals, answer your questions, and help you get a clear sense of what this journey could mean for you.

Chat with Us

Quick

Recap —

MoveWise might be right for you if you:

Seek innovative sequencing skills rooted in human development and functional movement.

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

"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

“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

“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

  • 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.

FAQs