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Metaphors of Movement Training & Practice Hub

Metaphors of Movement Training & Practice Hub

Welcome to the central hub for Metaphors of Movement (MoM) training, practice and resources.
Whether you’re just discovering the model or you’re an experienced practitioner, this page links you to everything you need:

  • Live trainings and workshops
  • Approved trainers around the world
  • Structured training levels and pathway
  • Ongoing practice groups and community sessions
  • Online courses, videos, audio and recorded sessions
  • Visual study aids and posters

Use the sections below to find the next right step in your MoM journey.

On This Page

Start Here: Choose Your Next Step

New to Metaphors of Movement?

Already trained and want practice?

Want to study at your own pace?

Live Trainings & Events

The Events Calendar is the best place to see what’s coming up:

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View upcoming Metaphors of Movement events

On the events page you can typically:

  • See dates, times and locations for live trainings (online and in-person)
  • Check which training levels are being taught
  • Find specialist workshops and related events

Use this section if you want to book your next training or plan your learning over the coming months.

Training Structure & Levels

Metaphors of Movement is taught through a structured set of training levels that build on each other. The training levels page gives you the full overview:

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Metaphors of Movement Training Levels

There you’ll find:

  • What you learn at Level 1 and 2 (core practitioner training)
  • How Level 3 extends your work with the metaphorical “ground” and body-based metaphors
  • How Levels 4 & 5 apply MoM to business and money
  • Further specialist work, including Level 6 and more advanced study

Use this page to map out your training journey and decide which level you want to train at next.

Find an Approved Trainer

Core Metaphors of Movement trainings are delivered by approved trainers with significant experience in the model.

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View the list of Metaphors of Movement trainers

On the trainers page you can:

  • Find trainers based in different countries and regions
  • Check which training levels each trainer offers
  • Follow links to trainer websites for detailed dates, venues and booking

Use this section if you prefer:

  • In-person training in your region
  • A particular trainer’s teaching style
  • Training in a specific language or time zone

Practice Groups & Ongoing Support

Real skill with Metaphors of Movement develops through regular practice. There are several ways to stay engaged with the work between live trainings.

Online Practice Sessions

Regular, international online sessions to practise MoM with others:

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Online Practice Sessions with Roni Matar

These sessions typically offer:

  • Guided practice in small groups or pairs
  • Live demonstrations and case explorations
  • Chances to ask questions and clarify the finer points of the model

Practice Group with Dale Turnbull (USA)

A more intimate and interactive group experience:

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Practice Group with Dale Turnbull

Ideal if you want:

  • Regular practice in a friendly, supportive setting
  • Feedback on your use of taxonomies and idiom work
  • Space to bring your own metaphors or client material (appropriately anonymised)

Practice Group with Alex Iglecia (USA)

Another dedicated practice group, with its own style and focus:

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Practice Group with Alex Iglecia

This group is particularly suited if you want:

  • Ongoing immersion in the model
  • A community of peers to think and experiment with
  • To integrate MoM into your existing coaching or therapeutic practice

Online Courses, Video & Audio

If you prefer self-paced learning or want to deepen your understanding between live trainings, the Online Video & Audio section collects MoM-related online programs and recordings:

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Metaphors of Movement – Online Video & Audio

On this page you’ll find:

  • Training series such as video courses with Andrew T. Austin
  • Additional material for trained practitioners who want to go deeper
  • Recorded client sessions to see the model in action

Use this section if you like to learn by watching and revisiting sessions, or if you want resources to support your integration of MoM into existing work.

Visual Study Aids & Posters

Visual references can make it much easier to keep the Metaphors of Movement taxonomies and patterns
fresh in your mind while you practise.

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Metaphors of Movement Posters

The posters section includes:

  • Wall charts that summarise key taxonomies and metaphor categories
  • Visual reminders you can keep in your office, therapy room or study space
  • Teaching aids for trainers and group facilitators

These make excellent companions to both live trainings and online study.

Suggested Training Pathways

Not sure how it all fits together? Here are a few simple ways to use this hub depending on where you are in your MoM journey.

1. Completely New to Metaphors of Movement

2. Already Completed Level 1 & 2

3. Focused on Business/Organisational Applications

However you choose to learn, this hub is designed to give you a single, easy-to-bookmark place where you can always find your way back to Metaphors of Movement trainings, practice spaces and resources.

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