Soma News

Liliana and Carter are celebrating the arrival of Baby Airhart. Helen is in Seattle (teaching ONLINE), Joe is back home, managing the ranch

Howdy!

This news letter is short and very sweet.

Liliana and Carter gave birth to a baby boy 12:13am 10/8/2025, 9lbs 5oz (name to be shared soon). Both Liliana and Baby Airhart are happy, healthy and HOME!!

I’ve enjoyed being able to focus on what has been most important (family) over the past few weeks. I deeply appreciate our rock star team for teaching classes, covering for me and for how understanding our community has been. Thank you everyone.

We have received some encouraging interest in Soma Ranch. We promise to keep you in touch as the journey towards Soma Ranch receiving new ownership develops.

Tomorrow (Saturday), Natasha will teach Nia 5 Stages class, followed by Helen at 10 am “Heart Strings Dance.” This session focuses on upper extremities, exploring meaningful expression from heart center”. Join us online and/or watch the 24-hour replay.

Thanks to everyone who have already shared ideas to celebrate Soma Ranch. If you’d like to be part of our celebrations please fill out the survey to help us plan events and retreats you’ll enjoy.

Now is a great time to book a short stay retreat at Soma Ranch. Or entertain an amazing Yoga retreat coming up at the end of this month.

Our journey this month has the focus on the UPPER EXTREMITIES. To wrap up our 30-day program, we’re offering a special deal: pay for October and November ($198), and get December free.. We hope you’ll join us for the grand finale.

2 more opportunities to enjoy a training with Helen: Come celebrate with us: October Oregon or November Budapest.

Be well, with love from

Helen, Joe, the team and all the fond 4 legged friends at Soma.

Medusa Movement

Saturday’s class has a theme of "strong back, soft front, wild heart". (Inspired by the fabulous book by Brene Brown "Braving the Wilderness"). In the 8:45am 5 stages class we explore Humerus, Awareness of the Upper Arm Bone, by paying attention to the sensation, the language of our body. We will particularly explore the sensations of expression of heart through the skin, bones and soft connective tissue of our upper arm bones.

This Nia 5 Stages class is most often is described as a luxurious healing hour of setting the focus for the 10am movement experience that follows.

The 10am class will be “Medusa”, an experience Helen Terry has created over a couple of decades. The class has a theme of "strong back, soft front, wild heart". (Inspired by Helen’s 2nd reading of the fabulous book by Brene Brown "Braving the Wilderness").  We will dance "Medusa"set to the music of Annie Lenox with guest appearances from Prince and AC/DC!

Here’s more about the music and the wonderful artist Annie Lenox who created the album Medusa.

Wonderful interview with Annie Lennox who humbly accepts the phrase Maverick. She certainly seems to be a conscious, intelligent and most “unorthodox and independent-minded person".

I love and connect with how Annie Lennox shares her desire to be a “powerful performer, to resonate with people in a certain way, and a sense of who I am and what I want to do”

When you sign up for a class you are automatically sent the Zoom link for class.

The link is the same each week.

“ an unorthodox or independent-minded person”

— Maverick

Here’s a sweet duet with her daughter Lola…

“I desire to be a powerful performer,
to resonate with people in a certain way,
with a strong sense of
who I am and
what I want to do.”

— Annie Lennox

“Listen to Sensation, the language of your body.”

— Nia

You are welcome to attend either class.

And, when you’re able to attend both classes, something magic happens! The entire Nia 5 stages class is like a rich 60 minute introduction to the 10am Nia class, a beautiful compliment and super preparation.

In this gentle, self discovering, potentially healing Nia 5 stages experience

• your body gets to settle into and taste the Nia class focus

• your mind can learn new and novel information,

• your heart may open to receive more with fascination up and frustration down

• your spirit could be tickled and curious to experience more

“Awareness teaches us to
notice when we feel better
which is the sensation
of self-healing”

— Nia 5 Stages

FireFly Yoga Retreat

This cozy weekend getaway is all about slowing down, reconnecting, and filling your cup in the best possible way. We’ll move through gentle yoga practices, savor nourishing meals, and soak in the peaceful rhythms of ranch life. Whether you’re lounging by the fireplace, journaling on the porch, or walking the trails under wide open skies, Gather is a space to breathe deep and come back to yourself.

Bring a book you’ve been meaning to read, your favorite cozy clothes, and a heart ready to rest. You’ll leave feeling restored, refreshed, and reconnected—ready to step back into life with clarity and calm.

Accomodations

Why We Love Soma Ranch

If you’ve been to one of our past Soma retreats, you already know—it’s something special. Nestled in East Texas just north of Houston, Soma Ranch is a peaceful, yoga-focused retreat center designed to support deep rest, restoration, and joyful connection.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel it: the space invites healing, growth, and lighthearted fun. Soma means wholeness of body, mind, and spirit, and that intention is woven into every part of your stay.

Expect the best hosts ever, cozy accommodations, thoughtfully prepared meals, and a warm dose of Texas hospitality. With scenic views, friendly animals, and plenty of space to roam or simply be still, Soma offers the perfect setting to relax, reset, and return to yourself.

Food

Food That Feeds You—Body & Soul

At Gather, meals are more than just fuel—they’re a highlight of the weekend.

Soma Ranch serves up delicious, organic, and gluten-free meals that are both healthy and seriously satisfying. Everything is prepared with care and intention to support your body, mind, and spirit.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Breakfast: A wide variety of self-serve options including yogurt, kefir, hot grains, cereals, bagels, fresh fruit, smoothies, and more

• Lunch: A cozy spread of homemade soup and a fresh, colorful salad buffet

• Dinner: A nourishing cooked meal with plenty of veggies and a big beautiful salad

• Extra protein available: Grilled chicken and boiled eggs are on hand upon request

You’ll feel cared for, nourished, and never hungry—we promise.

Soma News

Liliana and Carter are patiently waiting for the arrival of Baby Airhart. Helen is in Seattle (teaching ONLINE), Joe is back home, managing the ranch

Howdy!

Thank you everybody for the outpouring of well wishes, congratulations and support. We’ve experienced a beautiful wave of fond memories, rekindled connections and deep appreciation for friendship and community.

Liliana and Carter (and Joe, Helen, family & friends) are patiently waiting on the arrival of our first grandchild any day now…

We have received some encouraging interest in Soma Ranch. We promise to keep you in touch as the journey towards Soma Ranch receiving new ownership develops.

Tomorrow (Saturday), Natasha will teach Nia 5 Stages "Upper Extremities" followed by Helen at 10 am ““Heart Strings Dance.” This session focuses on upper extremities, exploring meaningful expression from heart center”. Join us online and/or watch the 24-hour replay.

Thanks to everyone who have already shared ideas to celebrate Soma Ranch. If you’d like to be part of our celebrations please fill out the survey to help us plan events and retreats you’ll enjoy.

Now is a great time to book a short stay retreat at Soma Ranch. Or entertain an amazing Yoga retreat coming up at the end of this month.

Our journey this month has the focus on the UPPER EXTREMITIES. To wrap up our 30-day program, we’re offering a special deal: pay for October and November ($198), and get December free.. We hope you’ll join us for the grand finale.

2 more opportunities to enjoy a training with Helen: Come celebrate with us: October Oregon or November Budapest.

Be well, with love from

Helen, Joe, the team and all the fond 4 legged friends at Soma.

Upper Extremities

Saturday 10/04/24, Natasha leads a wonderful 5 Stages lesson about Upper Extremities, followed by Soma Ranch Owner, Helen Terry teaching the 10:00am class.

Introducing our October month, with our focus on Expression and UPPER Extremities of movement: Arms, Hands, Fingers, Expressive movement from Heart. We will focus on Upper Extremities and movement from heart, with the Simple Kata Formula (one simple, meditative, movement per song)

Focus: Upper Extremities   

Intent: To Connect to the world around us (outside the body) and the world within us (feelings and emotions)

Routine: Helen’s Simple Kata Formula with the music of Deep Dive

Comments: We cannot help but be affected by the energy and events around us. There are things we can do with our Upper Extremities to clear the energy field in front of us, to contain our energy or to give energy. By moving our Upper Extremities we can move physical and emotional energy to feel better. Together, let's connect to the energy from our Heart and through our Upper Extremities to move in ways that nurture our body and life. 

“We look at anatomy
to see how the body or body part is positioned,
then we sense it in our own bodies.”

— Nia 5 Stages

Helen Terry 8:45am + 10:00am (CT)

These classes are HYBRID via Zoom and 24HR replay upon request. = 2 great choices:

1. Online via Zoom and/or

2. Enjoy a 24 hour replay

Usual Class Rates apply: Drop in for $15, buy a class pass or consider signing up for the 30 Day Challenge 30 classes, 30 days $99 and receive the class as part of your package!

This movement experience is suitable for beginners and people of all different fitness backgrounds.

“From looking, listening, learning
and gaining an understanding of anatomy,
we can then sense
to re-align all parts of our body. ”

— Nia 5 Stages

In the Nia 5 Stages, you are invited to a place of sensitivity that enables you to observe and release the sensation of stress and embrace the sensations of Dynamic Ease, Pleasure, and comfort.

Key concepts

Anatomy: Arm, Hand, Fingers, Elbow, Forearms, Spirals, Simple Hinge + Pivot joint, Ulna, Radius.

YBW: Your Body’s Way “the current design and function of your body” (always changing/new)

Beginning with the Nia 5 Stages class, which most often is described as a luxurious healing hour of setting the focus for the 10am movement experience that follows.

“The forearm bones are the only two bones in the
body that spiral. We spiral energy into and out of the
body as the forearm bones spiral. Spiraling picks up
more energy. The spiraling of your spine and upper
body is very much supported by the way you pull
energy in by spiraling and sensing your forearms.”

— Nia 5 Stages

When you sign up for a class you are automatically sent the Zoom link for class.

You are welcome to attend either class.

And, when you’re able to attend both classes, something magic happens! The entire Nia 5 stages class is like a rich 60 minute introduction to the 10am Nia class, a beautiful compliment and super preparation.

In this gentle, self discovering, potentially healing Nia 5 stages experience

• your body gets to settle into and taste the Nia class focus

• your mind can learn new and novel information,

• your heart may open to receive more with fascination up and frustration down

• your spirit could be tickled and curious to experience more

Buy 2 Get 1 Free

We’d truly love for you to join us on this journey as we wrap up the final months of 2025 together. This incredible five-year ride is now coming to an end, and we warmly invite YOU, along with many of the people who have been part of this community—joining us day by day, month by month, year by year—to share in these last three months of our 30-day-at-a-time program.

Please consider this special offer, when you sign up for 2 months (October and November) you receive December for FREE.

Click the “3 for 2 $198” Option

Sale

30 Day “Journey with Movement”

from $99.00

Join our ONLINE 30 day Soma class “Journey with Movement” for only $99

• Receive a gift; 30 Day “Journey with Movement” with Helen & Friends, to give to anyone new to the program. (WHEN YOU REGISTER BY 28th of the PREVIOUS MONTH)

• Receive LIVE classes + Enjoy 24 hour replays

• 30 classes (Nia, 52 Moves, Feldenkrais, Moving to Heal, Ageless Grace)

• 3 x 30 min 8am Classes + 3 x 60 min 10am classes a week (US Central Time)

• 1 Weekly Nia 5 stages healing class

• Great Beginners Introduction to Nia

• Feel supported and stay motivated

• Learn more about Nia

• Learn the 52 moves of Nia

• Learn about Nia 5 stages

• Experience Feldenkrais Method

• Experience Ageless Grace

• Receive information about anatomy

• Develop a healthy regular practice

• Meet people from all over the world!

• Be part of a fabulous community

• Connect, cheer and encourage

• Supportive Private Facebook Group.

• Adapt to Your Body’s Way and Life

• Learn about The Body’s Way

• Combine LIVE class + 24 hour replays

• Sustain Fantastic Somatic Movement every day for 30 days!

CLICK HERE to learn more about the 365 day journey with movement.

Options:

Select Options October 3 for 2 $198 November December January February March April May June July August September

BUY NOW

Big News: 2 more Trainings with Helen

Helen is ending her career as a Nia Trainer

2 more training opportunities:

1. Oct 17: White belt ~ An Amazing retreat experience with Kellie Chambers. https://onlinetraining.nianow.com/courses/nia-art-of-sensation-new-white-belt-with-helen-kellie-10-17-25

2. Nov 15: Brown Belt ~ A Wonderful community experience with folks flying in from around the world! with Kinga Brezina

   https://onlinetraining.nianow.com/courses/nia-brown-belt-with-helen-terry-11-15-25

I’m wrapping up my career as a Nia Trainer at the end of this year. You have 2 more wonderful opportunities. If you've wanted to experience a training with me.. the time is now..

I'd love you to join us.

email helen@somaranch.com or call/text 832-567-4550 if you'd like to chat more about your options and opportunities.

Big News: Expecting a Grandson

We are delighted to share our big news, and some of the motivation behind our recent shifts at Soma Ranch; We are in preparation for the special arrival of our first grandson. With the baby due any day now…

Joe and I (Helen) want to be involved and supportive as much as possible as Liliana and Carter start their family.

Our daughter and son-in-law are very happily living in Seattle. We plan to spend more time with them and to explore more of the pacific North West.

Enjoying time at our Soma Cabin in Lake Cushman at the foothills of the Olympic National Forrest will be a big bonus (it’s less than a 2 hour drive from “the kids”.)

Let us know if you want more information about staying at the cabin.

Big News: We’re selling Soma Ranch

yes! Soma Ranch is for sale, we presently have a possible buyer who would be continuing the legacy.

Now is the time to book if you’d like to visit Soma Ranch while Helen and Joe are still owners:

1. entertain a stay .You can see options through our AirBNB listings. Contact helen@somaranch.com directly to receive our special “friends and family” rate.

2. Or pop over for a class (10am Monday and Thursday).

3. We also hope to provide some special retreats and events as part of our grand celebration. (watch this space, more news to come soon, be sure you are sign up on our newsletter)

OCTOBER Journey of UPPER Movement 2025

Each month for 2025 we feature a New Fun Journey (See full list below).

For the month of October welcome to our focus of "UPPER" (the third of a 3 month series that takes us through BASE, CORE, UPPER)

Focus: UPPER, Arms, Hands, Fingers, Expressive Movement, Movement from the heart.

Intent: Connect with our expressiveness and how to move from heart.

Sign up: https://www.somaranch.com/booking/journey

All 30 classes are provided online via Zoom.

The October Journey “The UPPER” is all about the expressive movement. Providing you with classes that provide exploration of

1. Upper Extremity Moves

2. Expressive movement

3. Emotions in motion

Some class Foci will explore the essentials of Expressive UPPER movement, for example

• Sense the spiraling of your 2 lower arm bones (Ulna and Radius)

• Sense the your heart connection to your humerus (upper arm) bone

• “Isolate to Integrate” sense the different parts of your upper extremities

Other classes will explore duality and contrast between upper principles, for example.

• Sense your upper extremities fully moving out and returning home (“home base”)

• Sense palms up and down, to open shoulder girdle and release rhomboid muscles

• Sense the relationship between your hands and heart

A month to help

• improve your competence and confidence of your upper moves

• you understand more about the anatomy, biomechanics and structure of your Upper

• feed your brain with new novel and fascinating information and experiences

• stimulate health and well being throughout your body and life

• provide balance and a holistic approach to fitness and movement

• enhance your dance with safety, comfort and pleasure

The “Journey” will provide a variety of modalities including Nia, Moving to Heal, Feldenkrais, Ageless Grace, 52 Moves, Move IT, Soma offered by a stellar team of teachers, Helen Terry + Rock Stars and Special Guests. How to give gratitude for being able to move, feel vibrant, healthy and well, from an abundance of choice and variety.

Would you like to join us? Gain support and encouragement from a lovely welcoming community? Be inspired to develop a daily practice of self care through movement.

https://www.somaranch.com/booking/journey

When you sign up for the October 30 day Journey by September 28th you can bring a friend for FREE!

Receive 30 classes that include: 30 mins, 60 mins, Nia, Nia 5 Stages, Feldenkrais, Fabulous Rock Stars and Saturday Special guests.

Program includes Support, Coaching, Education, Community, Connection and lots of laughs along the way.

All for $99.

The UPPER extremities of the Body include:

• 30 bones

• 7 main areas covered in the upper limb; The muscles, bones, joints, nerves, blood and lymphatic supply, anatomical areas, and the structures in the hand.

• Shoulder Girdle (ball and saucer joint)

• Upper arms (Humerus)

• Lower forearms (Ulna + Radius)

• Elbow (simple pivot - hinge joint)

• Wrist (classified as an ellipsoidal or condyloid joint)

• Hands + Fingers (carpal, metacarpals, phalanges)

• The musculature of the upper limb is quite vast, much more so than the lower extremity

• Upper Body Muscles include: biceps, triceps, and chest/arm muscles (rhomboids, pectorials,

The 18 Upper moves of Nia are:

A. Arm Moves

1. Blocks

2. Punches

3. Elbow Strikes

B. Hand Moves

1. Touch

2. Strike

3. Chop Cut

4. Fist

5. Pump

6. Palm Directions

7. Web Spaces

C. Finger Moves

1. Finger Flicks

2. Finger Extensions

3. Creepy crawlers

4. Spear Fingers

5. Catch the Flies

6. Claw hand

7. Power Finger Cross-Over

8. Balance Finger.

30 Day “Journey with Movement”

from $99.00

Join our ONLINE 30 day Soma class “Journey with Movement” for only $99

• Receive a gift; 30 Day “Journey with Movement” with Helen & Friends, to give to anyone new to the program. (WHEN YOU REGISTER BY 28th of the PREVIOUS MONTH)

• Receive LIVE classes + Enjoy 24 hour replays

• 30 classes (Nia, 52 Moves, Feldenkrais, Moving to Heal, Ageless Grace)

• 3 x 30 min 8am Classes + 3 x 60 min 10am classes a week (US Central Time)

• 1 Weekly Nia 5 stages healing class

• Great Beginners Introduction to Nia

• Feel supported and stay motivated

• Learn more about Nia

• Learn the 52 moves of Nia

• Learn about Nia 5 stages

• Experience Feldenkrais Method

• Experience Ageless Grace

• Receive information about anatomy

• Develop a healthy regular practice

• Meet people from all over the world!

• Be part of a fabulous community

• Connect, cheer and encourage

• Supportive Private Facebook Group.

• Adapt to Your Body’s Way and Life

• Learn about The Body’s Way

• Combine LIVE class + 24 hour replays

• Sustain Fantastic Somatic Movement every day for 30 days!

CLICK HERE to learn more about the 365 day journey with movement.

Options:

Select Options October 3 for 2 $198 November December January February March April May June July August September

BUY NOW

When bringing a guest for free for the month thank you for completing the following form. The only information required is your Name and Email address, your Guest’s Name and Email address, and confirmation that your guest is new to the 30 day challenge.

https://www.somaranch.com/30-day-bring-a-friend

Soma News

This photo was taken back in 2013 when we changed our company name from RanchONia to Soma Ranch.

Howdy!

I’m flabbergasted to realize how the last newsletter sent out was August 8! How time flies. Since then, Joe and I (Helen) remodeled a house, moved from Soma Ranch, drove 2308 miles to Seattle to leave a car with Liliana and Carter (our daughter and son-in-law), flew back to Houston, and now Helen is back in Seattle while Joe is clearing out the Soma Barn/Workshop.

Why all this change? Two big reasons:

1. Liliana and Carter are expecting our first grandchild (due any day now)

2. We’re getting ready to sell Soma Ranch.

Tomorrow (Saturday), Natasha will teach Nia 5 Stages "Sacrum and Coccyx," followed by Helen’s special 10 am “Soma Faith Dance.” This session focuses on moving and feeling from the lower spine, exploring meaningful and sacred movement shapes — a colorful, unique experience. Join us online and/or watch the 24-hour replay.

Thanks to everyone who have already shared ideas to celebrate Soma Ranch. If you’d like to be part of our celebrations please fill out the survey to help us plan events and retreats you’ll enjoy.

Now is a great time to book a short stay retreat at Soma Ranch.

Next month’s journey will focus on the UPPER EXTREMITIES. To wrap up our 30-day program, we’re offering a special deal: pay for October and November ($198), and get December free. We hope you’ll join us for the grand finale.

When you sign up for October by September 28th you can bring a friend for FREE!

2 more opportunities to enjoy a training with Helen: Come celebrate with us: October Oregon or November Budapest.

Be well, with love from

Helen, Joe, the team and all the fond 4 legged friends at Soma.

Soma Faith Kaleidoscope

Saturday 09/27/25 Soma Ranch Co-Owner, Helen Terry, is leading a special Soma Faith Dance at 10am Helen’s latest “creation” Kaleidoscope.

A fabulous class where we explore the relationship between the many parts of us (Body, Mind, Emotion, Spirit), with the many parts of our body (Bones, Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments, Skin) to express movement from the inside out, heart to hands, earth to heaven, with the intent to feel relaxed, expressive and fulfilled.

“ka·lei·do·scope
/kəˈlīdəˌskōp/
a constantly changing pattern
or sequence of objects or elements.
”the dancers moved
in a kaleidoscope of color””

— Oxford Dictionary

Soma Class Rates

from $20.00

Soma Ranch Classes:

Select Soma Ranch Classes $20 | Drop In $75 | 5 class pass $130 | 10 class pass $75 | Day Retreat $30 | Lunch or Dinner $30 | Sauna $96 | 60 Min Massage $145 | 90 Min Massage

Buy NOW

This class is HYBRID, where you can choose:

1. LIVE Online via Zoom and/or

2. Enjoy a 24 hour replay

This movement experience is suitable for beginners and people of all different fitness backgrounds.

“Each time you look at a kaleidoscope, new beautiful arrangements appear magically. This figuratively suggests that one should approach the most difficult situations in life by changing one’s attitude to the circumstances because life is truly amazing. It also means there is so much to look forward to, regardless of the worst lows you might encounter. Things fall apart sometimes, but they can always be put back together even if in a different pattern, much like the stunning art in a kaleidoscope.”

Sir David Brewster, the Scottish scientist, invented this wonderful instrument in 1816 when he experimented with light polarization. He mixed up a few Greek words that meant “observer of beautiful shapes” and succinctly came up with the word “kaleidoscope”.

When you sign up for a class you are automatically sent the Zoom link for class.

"Short Term Stay" Retreat options at Soma Ranch

Would you like a super opportunity to enjoy a stay at Soma Ranch?

• Perhaps while attending the nearby Renaissance Festival?

• Retreat away from the City (only 60 mins from Houston) Visiting local wineries?

• Bring the family together for Thanksgiving or Christmas?

• We’ll even host a wedding for up to 25 people!

We would love to celebrate Soma with you.

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Private Retreat Center (BOOK THE WHOLE RANCH!)

Welcome home to our secluded 15 acre ranch retreat. Feel like a rock star and enjoy the whole ranch to yourselves. We're close to the Texas Ren Fest, only 2 miles from quaint Montgomery. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, enjoy a peaceful setting with the convenience of cafes, restaurants, wineries, boutiques, and grocery store (even Signature Krogers Grocery and 24 hour Walmart Super Center!) within minutes.

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Soma Ranch Sweet Suites

Enjoy the entire upstairs of the Soma Ranch House. Whether solo, couple, triple or quad you are guaranteed the entire upstairs suite exclusively to yourself. Enjoy Full Private bath. And take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Downstairs is shared space with Helen & Joe, however you may find you have the whole place to yourself as we're often out working in the pastures or off enjoying all things fabulous in Montgomery, Texas

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Soma Ranch ~ Pool Side Casita

At Soma Ranch, nestled in the picturesque countryside, awaits a charming private poolside casita tiny home, offering a delightful and tranquil stay for one person. This inviting space boasts a cozy interior, meticulously decorated with rustic yet modern touches. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a comfortable and inviting twin-sized daybed, perfect for a restful night's sleep after a day of exploration.

At Soma Ranch, nestled in the picturesque countryside, awaits a charming private poolside casita tiny home, offering a delightful and tranquil stay for one person. This inviting space boasts a cozy interior, meticulously decorated with rustic yet modern touches. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a comfortable and inviting twin-sized daybed, perfect for a restful night's sleep after a day of exploration. The casita features a kettle, selection of teas and coffee machine, allowing for convenient hot drink preparation, the mini fridge provides space for your chilled beverage and/or snacks food you choose to bring with you and a cozy sitting area where you can relax and unwind.

The true highlight of this tiny home is its private poolside location, inviting you to soak up the sun's rays or take a refreshing dip at your leisure. The sauna, hot tub and cold plunge are a welcoming triad of rejuvenation. Whether you're seeking solitude or looking to rejuvenate in the serene surroundings, this private poolside casita at Soma Ranch provides an idyllic retreat for a memorable stay.

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Soma Ranch Barndo Beauty

Get away from it all when you stay under the stars in our cozy rustic barndominium that is like none other! This spacious converted, fully insulated, barn, with excellent AC/heat system, ceiling fans and luxury thread counts, provides a unique haven for your romantic get away for 2 or a slumber party for up to 11! You get to choose.

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Personal Retreat: Private Room & Bathroom

Indulge in a rock star experience at our magnificent 15-acre Ranch Retreat, where luxury and serenity meet. Unwind in your exclusive private room, boasting a charming wrap-around porch that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding beauty. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of our Olympic lap pool, or rejuvenate your body and soul in the tranquil embrace of the sauna and hot tub. And if connecting with nature is your thing, our friendly horses and donkeys eagerly await your company. Feel like royalty as you settle into the cozy downstairs Queen bed, complete with a private bathroom for your utmost convenience. Need some inspiration? Look no further than the desk adorned with two comfortable chairs, positioned perfectly near your window overlooking the lush pastures. At Soma Ranch, we aim to deliver an experience that will make you feel like a true rock star.

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Book the Whole Ranch

Soma private Retreat Center

https://airbnb.com/h/somaranch

Book By the Room

Personal Retreat: Private Room & Bathroom

Downstairs Private 1 Bedroom and Private 1 Bathroom: 1 Queen Bed, Desk & Chairs by Window

https://airbnb.com/h/somaranch-personal-retreat

Soma Sweet Suites

Entire Upstairs Floor: 2 Bedrooms, 4 Double Beds, 1 - 4 guests, Private Full Bathroom

https://airbnb.com/h/somaranch-suites

Soma Barndo Beauty

Exclusive Barndominium Booking: Large Bedroom. Queen Bed + 10 twins. 2 Full Bathrooms. Lounge, Kitchenette, Dinning Area

https://airbnb.com/h/somaranch-barndo

Soma Pool-Side Casita

Complete Privacy in Special Pool Side Casita Tiny Home: Twin Bed, Shower, Toilet, Sink, Sliding Glass doors to amaving poolside view. Porch area with complete privacy option with new Cabana Curtains

https://airbnb.com/h/somaranch-casita

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SEPTEMBER Journey of CORE Movement

Each month for 2025 we feature a New Fun Journey (See full list below).

For the month of September welcome to our focus of "CORE" (the second of a 3 month series that takes us through BASE, CORE, UPPER)

Focus: CORE, 7 chakras, 3 body weights, 2 rings of air, 1 spine

Intent: Connect with our center physically, emotionally and energetically.

Sign up: https://www.somaranch.com/booking/challenge

All 30 classes are provided online via Zoom.

The September Journey “The CORE” is all about the core of systemic movement. Providing you with classes that provide exploration of

1. 7 Core moves of Nia

2. 7 Chakra energy centers of the body

3. sense core muscles, like the psoas

Some class Foci will explore the essentials of Central CORE movement, for example

• Sense the stability of your lower back as the firm foundation for the mobility of your spine.

• Sense the cupping action of your psoas that mimics the hand like shape of your sacrum

• Sense the 3 body weights of your core (Pelvis, Chest, Head)

• “Isolate to Integrate” sense the 5 parts of your spine

Other classes will explore duality and contrast between core principles, for example.

• sense the 2 rings of air (waist and neck)

• Sense the relationship between your pelvis, chest and head

A month to help

• improve your competence and confidence of your core moves

• you understand more about the anatomy, biomechanics and structure of your Core

• feed your brain with new novel and fascinating information and experiences

• stimulate health and well being throughout your body and life

• provide balance and a holistic approach to fitness and movement

• enhance your dance with safety, comfort and pleasure

The “Journey” will provide a variety of modalities including Nia, Moving to Heal, Feldenkrais, Ageless Grace, 52 Moves, Move IT, offered by a stellar team of teachers, Helen Terry + Rock Stars and Special Guests. How to give gratitude for being able to move, feel vibrant, healthy and well, from an abundance of choice and variety.

Would you like to join us? Gain support and encouragement from a lovely welcoming community? Be inspired to develop a daily practice of self care through movement.

https://www.somaranch.com/booking/challenge

When you sign up for the September 30 day Journey by August 28th you can bring a friend for FREE!

Receive 30 classes that include: 30 mins, 60 mins, Nia, Nia 5 Stages, Feldenkrais, Fabulous Rock Stars and Saturday Special guests.

Program includes Support, Coaching, Education, Community, Connection and lots of laughs along the way.

All for $99.

The CORE of the Body include:

• Pelvis

• Chest

• Head

• Spine

• Psoas

The 7 Base moves of Nia are:

A. CORE

1. Pelvic Circles

2. Hip Bumps

3. Chest Isolations

4. Shimmy

5. Spinal undulation

6. Spinal role

7. Head Eye Movement

30 Day “Journey with Movement”

from $99.00

Join our ONLINE 30 day Soma class “Journey with Movement” for only $99

• Receive a gift; 30 Day “Journey with Movement” with Helen & Friends, to give to anyone new to the program. (WHEN YOU REGISTER BY 28th of the PREVIOUS MONTH)

• Receive LIVE classes + Enjoy 24 hour replays

• 30 classes (Nia, 52 Moves, Feldenkrais, Moving to Heal, Ageless Grace)

• 3 x 30 min 8am Classes + 3 x 60 min 10am classes a week (US Central Time)

• 1 Weekly Nia 5 stages healing class

• Great Beginners Introduction to Nia

• Feel supported and stay motivated

• Learn more about Nia

• Learn the 52 moves of Nia

• Learn about Nia 5 stages

• Experience Feldenkrais Method

• Experience Ageless Grace

• Receive information about anatomy

• Develop a healthy regular practice

• Meet people from all over the world!

• Be part of a fabulous community

• Connect, cheer and encourage

• Supportive Private Facebook Group.

• Adapt to Your Body’s Way and Life

• Learn about The Body’s Way

• Combine LIVE class + 24 hour replays

• Sustain Fantastic Somatic Movement every day for 30 days!

CLICK HERE to learn more about the 365 day journey with movement.

Options:

Select Options October 3 for 2 $198 November December January February March April May June July August September

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When bringing a guest for free for the month thank you for completing the following form. The only information required is your Name and Email address, your Guest’s Name and Email address, and confirmation that your guest is new to the 30 day challenge.

https://www.somaranch.com/30-day-bring-a-friend

Soma News

Howdy from Soma Ranch….

Howdy!

Helen is offering 2 classes Saturday morning continuing our August, Journey, with the foundational BASE focus. Come enjoy a journey with our feet and ankles, to build movement and awareness from the bottom up, explore how we stand up and move forwards with ease. We hope you can join us ONLINE and/or via the 24HR replay.

Thank you everyone who responded with encouragement, also feedback, with regards what you would like to experience to celebrate Soma Ranch, share the memories and have a grand time. Be sure to complete the survey to help us craft events and retreats that cater to what you’d like.

We loved the response with regards Christina Mae Wolf visiting Soma and sharing her brilliance. Looks like later in the year dates work well, likely first weekend in November. Save the dates and be sure to complete the survey if you want to be the first to be in the know.

Do you dream of tiny homes? creative conversions? simple lifestyle? We’ve been researching how to convert our 40FT shipping container and thought you' might enjoy checking out these YouTube clips.

Be well, with love from

Helen, Joe, the team and all the fond 4 legged friends at Soma.

Converting 40Ft shipping container

We have had a 40ft shipping container at Soma Ranch (tucked behind the horse barn) for more than 10 years. The big box was purchased and installed primarily for storage. We have kept back up furniture, event tables and chairs and miscenlaneous items. As we begin a massive “sort out season” at Soma we are hoping to clear the shipping container with the new dream of transforming it into a dwelling that can be used as an additional AirBNB rental or perhaps and additional dwelling for a resident “Ranch hand/manager”.

Here’s some youtubes we came across during our reserach. What do you think?

https://youtu.be/E5rKbEhYlHo?si=3lYQ_UeqK5jm3KeH

https://youtu.be/OgpSu99jRB4?si=S58Fwq2X-7hk7ODt

https://youtu.be/24YEjcw9EkY?si=1RiWePe5kEH8Cy11

The Feet + Ankles

Helen Terry leads both Saturday morning class this week;

8:45am 5 Stages Lesson: Feet and Ankles

10:00am Movement class (Central US Time).

Focus: Feet and Ankles

Intent: to root our energy and stimulate movement and growth from underneath and behind.

Routine: “Stand Up” - music by Tina Arena, originally used for Nia Routine Chains.

We hope you’re able to enjoy the Saturday morning “double scoop” experience.

When you sign up for a class you are automatically sent the Zoom link for class. The link is the same each week.

““We will move to connect with our base as a powerful, dynamic and grounded foundation to stimulate movement variety for our whole body””

— Helen Terry

You are welcome to attend either class.

And, when you’re able to attend both classes, something magic happens! The entire Nia 5 stages class is like a rich 60 minute introduction to the 10am Nia class, a beautiful compliment and super preparation.

In this gentle, self discovering, potentially healing Nia 5 stages experience

• your body gets to settle into and taste the Nia class focus

• your mind can learn new and novel information,

• your heart may open to receive more with fascination up and frustration down

• your spirit could be tickled and curious to experience more

“The BASE: with feet, like hands, that touch the earth”

— Nia 5 Stages

Soma News

“The Twins” are back hanging out at Soma Ranch Pool.

Howdy!

Joe and I are here “out back” watching our daily evening entertainment… the twins. We occasionally see the “moma deer” however most of the time she seems to drop them off here and we get to enjoy them.

Helen is offering 2 classes Saturday morning stepping into our new, August, Journey, with the foundational BASE focus. Come enjoy a deep dive, simple Kata, experience. We hope you can join us ONLINE and/or via the 24HR replay.

As we turn the page to a new month we realize there are only 5 months left on this journey program. We hope you will consider joining us, whether it be for the first time or your are returning, we’d love to connect and move with you.

We also have big news… we are moving towards semi-retiring and at some point that includes selling Soma Ranch. We don’t know when or how yet, however we will do our best to keep you in the loop. AND we want to hear from you with regards what you would like to experience to celebrate Soma Ranch, share the memories and have a grand time. For example I was recently visiting Christina Mae Wolf and we dreamed up the idea of her visiting Soma and sharing her brilliance.

Be well, with love from

Helen, Joe, the team and all the fond 4 legged friends at Soma.

Please your knees with "The Dance"

This Saturday Soma Ranch Co-Owner, Helen Terry, is teaching both the 8:45am Nia 5 Stages class and the 10:00am class.

Introducing our foundational month, where our focus is the BASE of movement: Feet, Lower Legs, knees, thighs and all the way up to our hip socket. We will dance to a “retro classic” called “The Dance”. The music is by George Michael.

A fabulous class where we explore the knees in relationship with ankles and hip joints.

“The body contains “energy gates.”
If these lock or close,
we lose energetic connection and
begin to move ourselves physically,
which feels like effort”

— 5 Stages

Examples of gates are the hands, feet, eyes, mouth and knees. If we shut the energy gates from our hands, the upper body gets exhausted. If the hands are open, touching and receiving energy, we feel more energized. If we open and close our jaw and release tension we open the gates of the hips and allow more systemic, fluid movement that natural moves and flows from the ground up. If we lock our knees, our ankles, hips, lower back, spine and more can tighten up.

Helen Terry 8:45am 5 Stages + 10am Dance (CT)

Helen is thrilled to be providing a unique focus in relationship with our monthly focus BASE (Foundation)

• 8:45 Nia 5 Stages lesson Knees

• 10am Nia class continues the theme of Knees in relationship with mobility of hips and flowing moves from foundation up.

The exploration of Knees and Hips provides us with an opportunity to explore our body’s way of moving fluidly as one integrated system.

The intent will be to have a felt sense of all the gateways opening from the ground up, leaving us fluid and energized.

We would love for y’all to join us!

“We look at anatomy
to see how the body or body part is positioned,
then we sense it in our own bodies.”

— 5 Stages

Classes with Helen Terry 8:45am + 10:00am (CT)

This class is ONLINE via Zoom and 24HR replay upon request. = 2 great choices:

1. online via Zoom and/or

2. Enjoy a 24 hour replay

Usual Class Rates apply: Drop in for $15, buy a class pass or consider signing up for the 30 Day Journey 30 classes, 30 days $99 and receive the class as part of your package!

This movement experience is suitable for beginners and people of all different fitness backgrounds.

“From looking, listening, learning
and gaining an understanding of anatomy,
we can then sense
to re-align all parts of our body. ”

— 5 Stages

In the 5 Stages, you are invited to a place of sensitivity that enables you to observe and release the sensation of stress and embrace the sensations of Dynamic Ease, Pleasure, and comfort.

““Hi Movement Friends,

I’m back at Soma Ranch, looking forward to sharing both 5 Stages and a sensational Dance with you this Saturday—a double feature!

Our Focus is Knees, with the Intent to open gateways and have a felt sense of grounded, fluid movement.

Love xoxo”

— Helen Terry

Key concepts

Anatomy: Bones, Muscles, Ligaments, Tendons

Knees: One of our gateways in the body.

Systemic: Moving as one integrated system (a nested system)

YBW: Your Body’s Way “the current design and function of your body” (always changing/new)

Beginning with the 5 Stages class, which most often is described as a luxurious healing hour of setting the focus for the 10am movement experience that follows.

When you sign up for a class you are automatically sent the Zoom link for class.

You are welcome to attend either class.

And, when you’re able to attend both classes, something magic happens! The entire 5 stages class is like a rich 60 minute introduction to the 10am class, a beautiful compliment and super preparation.

In this gentle, self discovering, potentially healing 5 stages experience

• your body gets to settle into and taste the class focus

• your mind can learn new and novel information,

• your heart may open to receive more with fascination up and frustration down

• your spirit could be tickled and curious to experience more

Here’s a link to the Play list for class https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/nr-d-the-dance/pl.u-MDAWeL9uobW6N

“In the realm of existence,
where stories unfold,
Two gateways reside, precious and bold.
The jaw, a guardian of words untold,
The hips, a vessel of secrets yet to be sold.

Oh, the mighty jaw, with its power to speak,
A gateway to expressions, both gentle and sleek.
Through curved lips, melodies and stories take flight,
In language, it weaves realms of dawn and twilight.
With a simple word, love may leap and ignite,
Or bridges may crumble, darkness take its bite.

A portal through which ideas can be unveiled,
The jaw, oh majestic, where thoughts are hailed.
And behold the hips, a gateway to life,
Where dreams of creation dance, rife.
From whence existence begins, a sacred space,

A vessel through which beings enter with grace.
Through the curves and dips, life’s essence blooms,
A cradle of creation, where light resumes.
In rhythmic movements, fertility’s bliss,
The hips, oh enchanting, where life’s journey begins.
Jaw and hips, two portals so divine,

Gateways to secrets, both yours and mine.
Through spoken tales and life’s tender endeavor,
The jaw and hips, where magic we gather.
Let us cherish these gateways, gifts to explore,
To share our voices and life’s wonders encore.

For within them lies the power to ignite,
The stories of our souls,
shining so bright.”

— Jaw and Hips: Gateways of Life

Kindred Spirits

Something I truly appreciate about my journey with the Nia Technique has been the many lifelong friendships that have naturally developed and been fostered along the way. Recently, Joe (my husband) and I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Christina Mae Wolf and her family. We enjoyed a lovely dinner in their home, I participated in a refreshing class experience outdoors on the lawn, and we ended the evening with lively, heartfelt conversation around an open fire. What’s not to love about such meaningful moments?

As we begin the process of selling Soma Ranch, we are thoughtfully curating classes, events, and retreats that serve our community and bring people together for connection, growth, and healing. There is a strong possibility that Christina will come visit us here at Soma Ranch. We wondered if you might be interested in attending a class (or perhaps two!), either ONLINE or in person. We could also explore offering a workshop, or even a weekend-long workshop. If this idea interests you, please take a moment to complete the following form.