1. Activation
Stress, deadlines or past events activate the sympathetic nervous system. Muscles — especially the deep psoas — contract to protect the core of the body.
Education
Learn TRE™ — and learn to teach it
Everything you need to understand Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises: how the method works, what a session involves, who it is for, and the three-module pathway to becoming a Global TRE™ Certified Provider in Singapore.
The method
What is TRE™?
TRE™ (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) is an innovative series of seven exercises that assist the body in releasing deep muscular patterns of stress, tension and trauma. The exercises safely activate a natural reflex mechanism of shaking or vibrating — the neurogenic tremor — that releases muscular tension and calms the nervous system.
The method was created by Dr. David Berceli, PhD, an international expert in trauma intervention who observed the same instinctive tremoring response in people across cultures and conflict zones. TRE™ is now taught in more than 100 countries through a global network of certified providers and certifying trainers, coordinated by the not-for-profit TRE For All, Inc.
When the tremor is activated in a safe, controlled environment, the body is encouraged to return to a state of balance. Many people report better sleep, less anxiety, reduced muscle pain, more energy and a greater sense of calm and resilience.
The seven exercises at a glance
- Feet & ankles — grounding and gentle fatigue of the lower legs
- Calves — rising onto the toes to warm the calf muscles
- Adductors & hips — opening the inner thighs
- Forward bends — lengthening the back line of the body
- Psoas stretch — releasing the deep hip flexors
- Wall sit — mild fatigue of the thighs to invite the tremor
- Lying down — allowing the tremor to move through the body with knees in a butterfly position
A full session takes 45–60 minutes. Once learned with a certified provider, most people practise at home for 15–20 minutes, two to three times a week.
How it works
Fight, flight — and the reset the body was designed for
Under threat, the body braces. If that charge is never discharged, it stays stored in the muscles and nervous system. TRE™ gives the body a safe way to complete the cycle.
2. Tremor
The seven exercises gently fatigue and stretch these muscles until the body's innate tremor mechanism switches on. The shaking is involuntary but always within your control.
3. Regulation
As the tremor releases stored tension, the parasympathetic system comes online — heart rate slows, breathing deepens and the body returns to rest and repair.
Reported benefits
- Less worry and anxiety
- Better, deeper sleep
- Reduced muscle and back pain
- More energy and endurance
- Greater emotional resilience
- Relief from chronic medical conditions
- Improved flexibility and posture
- Healing of old injuries held in the body
- Increased presence and focus
- A calmer response to conflict
Is TRE™ safe for me?
TRE™ is suitable for most adults and requires no prior experience. Because the tremor can bring up strong physical or emotional sensations, always learn it first with a certified provider, who will show you how to self-regulate and adapt the exercises.
Please speak to your doctor and tell your provider before a session if you are pregnant, recovering from surgery or injury, have epilepsy or a seizure disorder, a heart condition, or a psychiatric diagnosis such as complex PTSD, bipolar disorder or psychosis. TRE™ does not replace medical or psychological treatment.
How to prepare for your first session
Who it is for
TRE™ in Singapore's everyday life
Busy executives
A 15-minute evening practice to switch off after long days, back-to-back calls and travel.
Coaches & therapists
Self-care against secondary stress, plus a body-based tool to offer clients (see the certification pathway below).
HR & wellbeing teams
Group sessions and workshops that give employees a skill they keep, not a one-off perk.
Yoga, Pilates & sport
A complement to existing practice: deeper release, faster recovery and better body awareness.
TRE™ Provider Certification in Singapore
Become a Global TRE™ Certified Provider
The certification comprises three sequential modules. Each includes a 2-day in-person workshop plus 4 online sessions. On completion you receive the Global TRE™ Certified Provider certificate, qualifying you to offer individual and group TRE™ sessions anywhere in the world.
1
Module 1 — Personal TRE™ Practice
Anatomy of the stress response, the therapeutic tremor response and self-regulation techniques. You leave with a confident personal practice — the foundation for everything that follows. Open to anyone; also available online.
- Neurophysiology of stress and trauma
- Learning and adapting the seven exercises
- Self-regulation, grounding and containment
2
Module 2 — Teaching TRE™ One-to-One
Polyvagal theory and basic interventions, with hands-on practice guiding an individual client through the process safely.
- Polyvagal theory in practice
- Reading the client's nervous system
- Basic interventions and session structure
3
Module 3 — Teaching TRE™ to Groups
Fascia, advanced interventions and group facilitation for three or more participants. Completes the certification.
- Fascia and the whole-body tremor
- Advanced interventions
- Facilitating groups, workplaces and workshops
What is included
- Three 2-day in-person workshops
- 12 online sessions (4 personal TRE™ + 8 supervision)
- 21 ICF CCEUs on Module 1
- Training materials and manual
- Global TRE™ Provider certificate on completion
- Access to the worldwide TRE™ practitioner network and this Singapore directory
Who certifies?
Coaches, therapists, counsellors, HR and wellbeing professionals, yoga and movement teachers, healthcare workers — and TRE™ enthusiasts who want to share the practice with family, teams or communities.
Your trainer is Isabelle Claus Teixeira, Global TRE™ Certifying Trainer, trained directly by Dr. David Berceli.
See fees and dates
Fees & dates
Investment (Singapore, 2026–2027 cohort)
Early-bird fees apply eight weeks (super early bird) and four weeks (early bird) before Module 1 begins. All fees in Singapore dollars.
| Option | Super early bird | Early bird | Regular |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full certification bundle Modules 1–3, all online sessions, manual, certificate | S$3,699 | S$4,200 | S$4,500 |
| Module 1 — in person 2 days + 4 online sessions, 21 ICF CCEUs | S$1,290 | S$1,500 | S$1,800 |
| Module 1 — online Live online delivery | — | S$990 | S$1,190 |
Tickets are non-refundable and non-cancellable. Payment plans can be discussed on the intake call. Module 2 and Module 3 fees for participants who completed Module 1 elsewhere are quoted on request.
FAQ
Common questions
Do I need any experience to try TRE™?
No. TRE™ is designed for anyone. Your provider adapts the exercises to your body and shows you how to control the intensity from the very first session.
Do I have to talk about my trauma?
No. TRE™ works through the body. You never need to describe what happened, and many people prefer it for exactly that reason.
How many sessions do I need?
Most people learn a safe self-practice in three to four sessions with a certified provider, then continue at home. Group sessions and practice circles are a good way to keep going.
Can I do Module 1 online and continue in Singapore?
Yes. Module 1 is offered online as well as in person. Modules 2 and 3 are in person in Singapore, each followed by online supervision.
Are the ICF CCEUs recognised?
Module 1 carries 21 ICF Continuing Coach Education Units, recognised by the International Coaching Federation for credential renewal.
How long does certification take?
The Singapore cohort runs from August 2026 to February 2027. Supervision requirements between modules mean most participants complete within 6–9 months.
What happens after I certify?
You join the worldwide TRE™ provider network, can be listed in the Singapore directory on this site, and are welcome at our monthly practice circle and continuing-education workshops.