Online SOBI Sponsored Study Groups

The Society of Ortho-Bionomy International sponsors monthly Online Study Groups. They are primarily in a conference call format and are taught by various Registered Ortho-Bionomy Instructors via Zoom.

Our Study Groups cover a variety of topics and also count towards the study group requirements in the Practitioner and Advanced Practitioner Training Programs.

The receipt received upon registration will have a link to download the handout, any preview materials and the Zoom link. Be sure you have these materials available before you login to the study group.

There is a limit to class size, so be sure to register early.

After a group finishes, all attendees will be emailed an evaluation form for that session. To receive study group credit attendees must attend the class live, keep their cameras on during the study group, and complete and submit the evaluation form within two weeks.

Recordings of select past study groups are also available in the SOBI Bookstore.

The study groups are a full three hours, with no credit given for homework time.

Out of respect for the instructor and the other students, please be on time for the study group.

Ethics: From the Inside Out

with SOBI Registered Advanced Instructor Jessica Mark

November 19, 2026

6 PM Eastern, 5 PM Central, 4 PM Mountain, 3 PM Pacific, 12 PM Hawaii (US and Canada)

Three hours--Online through Zoom

SOBI member $55; non-member $75

Exploring Boundaries, the Nervous System, and Right Relationship through the Biological Model of Trauma

Ethics are often taught as a set of professional guidelines, but our ability to practice clear ethics is also influenced by our nervous system, past experiences, and sense of safety. In this study group, we'll explore ethics through the Biological Model of Trauma, looking at how our nervous system responses can shape our boundaries, relationships, and decision-making. We'll become curious about how patterns of protection, reactivity, and disconnection may influence our ability to remain present and in right relationship with ourselves and others. Through discussion, guided self-exploration, and real-life ethical scenarios, we'll explore how body awareness and our internal sense of knowing can support greater clarity and choice. Together, we'll consider how the principles of Ortho-Bionomy®—awareness, self-recognition, and non-judgment—can help us navigate ethical challenges with greater understanding, compassion, and integrity.

About Jessica

Jessica Mark is an Advanced Instructor and Advanced Practitioner of Ortho-Bionomy and complements her practice with other training including dance, functional movement, Pilates, Body-Mind Centering®, Visceral Manipulation, and infant developmental movement. She is also a certified Breastfeeding Specialist™. One of her deep passions is working with babies and children to help open up new pathways for their growing bodies to experience greater ease and connection. Jessica has owned, managed, and operated successful fitness and wellness businesses since 2002, and is now excited to be managing just herself and creating more time for teaching.

Upcoming 2026 SOBI Study Groups
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Past Study Groups

Did you miss a previous study group? Recordings of select past study groups are available in the SOBI Bookstore. Take advantage of these excellent resources to deepen your understanding and practice of Ortho-Bionomy. The two newest available recordings include:

Understanding the Fascia of the Neck
with Advanced Instructor Sheri Covey

Understanding the fascia of the cervical spine is crucial for expanding your therapeutic tools in treating whiplashand neck trauma. This study group will delve into the intricate layers of the neck, providing insights into the deep and superficial fascia. By gaining a deeper understanding of these layers, you’ll forge a stronger connection with other aspects of fascia that significantly impact neck health. This connection can enhance your Ortho-Bionomy sessions and broaden your work with clients.

Anterior Neck, Hyoid, and Trachea
with Associate Advanced Instructor Melissa Malm

Do you want to expand your comfort in working with the anterior neck? This study group explores the anatomy ofand techniques for the hyoid and trachea. The hyoid bone is an essential element to swallowing, anchors multiple muscles in the region of the mouth and throat, and is the only bone not to have an articulation with any other bone in the body. Making sounds, coughing, breathing, moving the tongue, and the larynx are all tied in with the function of the hyoid bone. Working with the trachea can help with the breath, speaking, singing, and expressing oneself. The gentleness of Ortho-Bionomy can allow your client to feel safe when you work with this important area of the body.