ISMETA

Join ISMETA as an Individual

There are three types of memberships for individuals

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Professional Member

Join ISMETA as a Professional Member

We are delighted that you are interested in becoming a Professional Member of ISMETA! You are eligible to apply for the following credentials after completing these levels of training in Somatic Movement:

250 hours

  • Associate Somatic Movement Professional (ASMP)
  • Registered Somatic Dance Educator (RSDE) 

500 hours

  • Registered Somatic Movement Educator (RSME)
  • Registered Somatic Movement Therapist (RSMT)

1,000 hours

  • Master* Somatic Movement Educator (MSME)
  • Master* Somatic Movement Therapist (MSMT)

Training hours must be completed in the following formats:

All Professional Members must meet the criteria outlined in the Pillars of the Profession.

 

* For an explanation of our use of this term, please click HERE and scroll to the bottom of our Equity and Justice Statement.

 

Professional Member benefits include:

  • A professional profile page featuring you and your work on the ISMETA website
  • Access to affordable Professional Liability Insurance (with the Professional Member Plus Membership)
  • Voting rights for ISMETA governance
  • Ability to post in the monthly E-News, and worldwide somatic movement calendar
  • Invitation to ISMETA membership meetings, webinars, and additional opportunities to network
  • Receive ISMETA monthly E-News and member updates
  • Special member discounts on books, workshops, journal subscriptions, professional development and more
  • Access to research and resources on Somatic Movement Education and Therapy

Click here to preview Individual Membership Fees.

ISMETA Professional Members who would like to become recognized as Master Somatic Movement Educators or Therapist follow the Independent Track Application Process under the "Become a Professional Member" button.

Become a professional member
Become a professional member plus - US & CANADA
Become a professional member plus - UK, EEA & SOUTH AFRICA
Student Member

Join ISMETA as a Student Member

This membership category is open to any person who is currently studying at:

Benefits include:

  • Invitation to ISMETA membership meetings, webinars, and other networking events
  • Professional advocacy for your future profession
  • Special member deals on books, workshops, journal subscriptions, professional development and more
  • Access to research and resources on Somatic Movement Education and Therapy
  • Receive ISMETA monthly E-News, and member updates

Student Members attending an Approved Training Program automatically become RSME or RSMT upon graduation by sending their certificate. No application fee is required.

Become a student member
Friend of ISMETA

Join as a Friend of ISMETA

This membership category is open to all. A friend can be a practitioner, a client, or anyone wishing to become a part of ISMETA and to connect to the worldwide Somatic Movement Community. 

Benefits Include:

  • Invitation to ISMETA membership meetings, webinars, and other networking events
  • Special member deals on books, workshops, journal subscriptions, professional development and more
  • Receive ISMETA monthly E-News, and member updates
  • Access to research and resources on Somatic Movement Education and Therapy
Become a Friend of ISMETA

International Fee Schedule

As an organization, ISMETA recognizes differences in the cost-of-living in different regions of the world. We are committed to making our membership and services accessible to all who seek them. Our finance committee uses both a cost-of-living comparison as well as a consumer price index to set our international fees. We use the most current data available and our fees are set on a case-by-case basis for those requesting consideration.

ISMETA has decided to extend the sliding scale fees to all members who face financial challenges. The cost of ISMETA services should never stand in the way of participation. Contact info@ismeta.org for assistance.

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