DANCE OF
THE CHAKRAS
DOTC PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION TRAININGS GUIDED BY AMY SECADA
It’s time to reconnect to the wisdom of your body to help others access their joy & liberation.
Dance of the Chakras Somatic Method awakens the body’s seven primary chakra centers through movement and sensation.
Rooted in principles of somatic awareness, Afro-Indigenous movement traditions, and mind-body integration, the method invites participants into a deeper connection with their physical, emotional, and energetic experience. Through guided movement explorations, breath-led flow, and intuitive expression, practitioners are encouraged to cultivate presence, emotional regulation, vitality, and inner joy.
Designed for all levels, Dance of the Chakras offers a grounded and accessible pathway into self-discovery, embodiment, and ancestral movement wisdom.
DOTC PROFESSIONAL
CERTIFICATION TRAININGS
A transformational professional certification path designed to develop skilled, trauma-aware somatic dance facilitators passionate about helping others.
Step into a deeply embodied path of movement, healing, leadership, and professional transformation through the internationally acclaimed Dance of the Chakras™ training system.
Designed for wellness professionals, movement educators, healers, coaches, therapists, yoga teachers, and conscious leaders, these CE-accredited professional certifications combine somatic embodiment, nervous system awareness, sacred movement practices, and transformational trauma informed facilitation skills within a modern professional framework.
Whether you are beginning your journey or advancing toward professional teaching mastery, the DOTC Certification Pathway offers a progressive training experience designed to support both personal transformation and professional development.
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LEVEL 1
DOTC Somatic Dance Practitioner Certification
45-Hour CE Accredited Foundational Training
January 10th - March 7th 2027
9-Week 100% Online Professional Certification
A foundational professional training designed to introduce future instructors to the core principles of somatic movement, embodiment practices, nervous system awareness, and transformational trauma informed somatic dance facilitation.
This immersive online experience blends live mentorship, self-paced study, experiential movement practices, and guided self-inquiry to support both personal growth and professional application. Perfect for those seeking a meaningful introduction to somatic dance work while building practical tools for embodied leadership, movement guidance, and holistic wellness integration.
Early Bird Tuition $555 USD | After November 30th $777 USD
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Yoga Teachers
Wellness Coaches
Dance Instructors
Breathwork Facilitators
Therapists & Healers
Retreat Leaders
Embodiment Practitioners
Individuals seeking personal transformation through movement
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8 Pre-Recorded Modules — Explore the sacred stages of the DOTC Method™, deepening your understanding of the chakras, ancestral movement , embodied neuroscience, and the Yogic philosophy underlying the practice.
Digital Training Manuals & Study Materials — Access to Level 1 comprehensive 220-page training manual, and the DOTC-75 page Guided Somatic Exercise Workbook to support your studies, personal practice, and development.
Weekly Live Group Sessions — Live community movement sessions with opportunities for reflections, Q&A and integration.
Guided Somatic Dance Journeys — Immersive movement meditations that awaken the body's wisdom, release stagnant energy, and invite you into deeper states of presence, spiritual connection, and embodied liberation.
Afro-Indigenous Movement Wisdom — Immerse yourself in ancestral movement and elemental rhythms that reconnect you with the wisdom of the body, the power of the Earth, and the sacred pulse of life.
Vedic Chakra Philosophy & Embodied Yoga — Study the chakra system and yogic philosophy as frameworks for exploring embodiment and self-awareness.
Somatic Breathwork & Regulation Practices — Explore the relationship between breath, movement, sensation, and nervous-system awareness.
Embodied Neuroscience & Movement Science — Explore the intricate relationship between the nervous system, brain, body, and emotions, discovering how intentional movement shapes awareness, influences habitual patterns, and opens pathways to deeper embodiment and transformation.
Integration, Reflection & Community Support — Deepen your embodied journey through guided reflection, practical integration, and ongoing mentorship, held within a supportive learning community that encourages growth, shared wisdom, and authentic connection.
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1 Live Session per Week (2 Hours)
1 Self-Paced Module (1 Hour)
Self Practice (1 Hour)
Homework & Integration (1 Hour)
LEVEL 2
DOTC Somatic Dance Facilitator Certification
100-Hour Professional CE Accredited Certification Program
Hybrid Online + In-Person Intensive
Online 9 Week Program | January 10th - March 7th 2027
In-Person 10 Day Intensive | March 28th – April 4th, 2027
An immersive, advanced professional training for those ready to deepen their embodiment practice and develop the skills to confidently facilitate transformative somatic dance experiences. The 100-Hour DOTC Somatic Dance Facilitator Certification combines the complete Level 1 Practitioner Training with an intensive, 10-day in-person immersion in Itacaré, Bahia, Brazil. This comprehensive hybrid journey integrates online study, embodied practice, and hands-on facilitation training, guiding students from personal exploration of the DOTC Method™ toward the art of holding space and leading others through its seven-stage somatic journey
Early Bird Tuition $1,500 USD | After November 30th $1,700 USD
*If travel is NOT an option for you exceptions are sometimes made depending on case by case basis. Please inquire.
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Yoga Teachers
Wellness Coaches
Dance Instructors
Breathwork Facilitators
Therapists & Healers
Retreat Leaders
Embodiment Practitioners
Individuals seeking personal transformation through movement
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8 Pre-Recorded Modules — Explore the sacred stages of the DOTC Method™, deepening your understanding of the chakras, ancestral movement , embodied neuroscience, and the Yogic philosophy underlying the practice.
Digital Training Manuals & Study Materials — Access to Level 1 & 2 comprehensive 220-page training manuals, and the DOTC-75 page Guided Somatic Exercise Workbook to support your studies, personal practice, and development as a facilitator.
Live Group Sessions & Community Practice — Gather in a supportive learning circle for guided movement, shared reflection, Q&A, and collective integration as you deepen your relationship with the method.
Guided Somatic Dance Journeys — Immerse yourself in movement meditations that cultivate body awareness, awaken inner wisdom, and invite deeper states of presence, spiritual connection, and embodied liberation.
Afro-Indigenous Movement Wisdom — Explore ancestral movement traditions, foundational dance vocabularies, and elemental rhythms that reconnect you with the wisdom of the body, the power of the Earth, and the sacred pulse of life.
Vedic Chakra Philosophy & Embodied Yoga — Study the chakra system and the Eight Limbs of Yoga as contemplative frameworks for embodiment, self-awareness, spiritual inquiry, and connection.
Somatic Breathwork & Regulation Practices — Explore the relationship between breath, movement, sensation, and nervous-system awareness, developing practical tools to support grounded and responsive movement experiences.
Embodied Neuroscience & Movement Science — Investigate the relationship between the brain, nervous system, body, and emotions, exploring how intentional movement influences awareness, habitual patterns, and embodied experience.
Facilitation Skills & Sacred Space-Holding — Develop the presence, communication skills, and practical tools to guide groups through somatic movement experiences with clarity, compassion, and grounded leadership.
Trauma-Informed Language, Cueing & Consent — Learn to offer invitational language, support participant autonomy, establish clear boundaries, and create movement spaces that prioritize choice, accessibility, and emotional safety.
Class Sequencing & The Architecture of a Somatic Journey — Learn how to structure and sequence a class using the seven stages of the DOTC Method™, weaving together breath, music, movement qualities, reflection, and integration into a cohesive experience.
Develop Your Personal Somatic Teaching Style — Discover how to embody the DOTC Method™ through your own movement vocabulary, musical sensibility, cultural awareness, and authentic voice while honoring the foundations and integrity of the practice.
Practicum, Mentorship & Community Integration — Bring your learning into practice through guided teaching opportunities, reflective feedback, ongoing mentorship, and the support of a community committed to growth, shared wisdom, and embodied leadership.
Tuition Includes Level 1 & Level 2 Training Programs + 10 day Facilitation Intensive in Itacaré Bahia, Brazil (Remote Participation Available. Please Inquire)
CE Accredited Somatic Dance Facilitator Certification
Participants will receive CE Certified DOTC Somatic Dance Facilitator Accreditation and Certificate Of Completion.
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ONLINE
1 Live Session per Week (90 minutes)
1 Self-Paced Module (1 Hour)
Self Practice (1 Hour)
Homework & Integration (1 Hour)
IN-PERSON
March 28th - April 4th 2027 — Itacaré Bahia Brazil (Remote Participation Optional)
9:00h-16:00h (BRT Brazilian Time Zone) Daily Training Program with Lunch On-Site
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Level 1 DOTC Somatic Dance Practitioner Certification
200h Yoga Certificate or 5+ Years of Yoga Practice
5+ Years of Free-Form or Trained Dance Experience
LEVEL 3
Dance of the Chakras Method™ Master Teacher Certification
250-Hour CE Certified Professional Teacher Training
Hybrid Online | In-Person DOTC Somatic Master Facilitator Program
The highest level of professional certification within the Dance of the Chakras™ training pathway.
This advanced year-long immersion is designed for dedicated practitioners and facilitators ready to fully embody, teach, and transmit the Dance of the Chakras Method™ at a professional level.
Students accepted into the Master Facilitator Program will receive advanced mentorship, teaching methodology, facilitation refinement, leadership development, and direct immersion into the deeper philosophy and professional application of the DOTC Method™. This training is intended for those committed to stepping into leadership as certified representatives and teachers of the Dance of the Chakras Method™. Perquisites Level 1 & 2.
Invite Only. Please inquire for more information | info@amysecada.com
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Level 1 & 2— DOTC Somatic Dance Facilitator Certifications
200h Yoga Certificate or 10+ Years of Practice
10 years of Free Form or Trained Dance Experience
PROFESSIONAL
CERTIFICATION TRAININGS INCLUDE
Self-Paced Online Learning Modules
Digital Training Manual & Study Materials
Private Mentorship
Continuing Education Accredited Certificate
Weekly Live Zoom Trainings
Integration, Reflection & Community Support
YOUR GUIDE
AMY SECADA is one of the leading holistic dance educators in the world, Secada has presented workshops and performances in over 20 countries. A daughter of the Monacan Indian Nation, Secada translates dance into a portal for transformation and connection with our mother earth. Her passion for bridging freestyle and ancestral movement over the past 30 years has created a palette for liberation inspired by Urban and African Dance, Yoga and Capoeira. Secada is dedicated to the evolution of dance through the revival of animism and devotional movement. Her teaching methodology explores the physical, mental, spiritual and energetic elements of the intrinsic dance experience. Secada has graced the stage with artists such as Madonna, Wyclef, Fergie, choreographed for America's Best Dance Crew and been a featured artist for NIKE Women. After graduating from the School Of American Ballet in NYC, Secada focused on mastering ancestral movement technologies spending many years abroad in Africa, India and Brazil devoting herself to Congolese, Sabar, Djembe, Afro-Haitian, Afro-Cuban and numerous African street styles such as N’dombolo, Kuduro and Coupé Décalé. She has studied Capoeira Angola and Regional since 2003 under the guidance of João Grande in NYC, Mestre Gordinho and Professor Cascavel of Abada Capoeira in Brazil. Secada is also a RYT 500 Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga instructor and student of Sheshadri in Mysore, India since 2009. She currently lives in Brazil with her daughter Ixã continuing to dedicate her life to keeping the sacred ritual of dance nurtured and transcendent.
“Dance is a current of prayer, a path to feel the embrace of God and the joy of authenticity....”
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