Dana Damara — Embodiment & Movement in Encinitas, CA

About Dana

Dana Damara is a somatic coach, breathwork facilitator, and yoga trainer based in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California. After growing up in the Midwest, she spent years sailing the globe before two daughters drew her into the deeper layers of yoga and presence. Her practice expanded over decades to include breathwork, sound healing, Reiki, shamanic work, astrology, and Human Design — all woven into her signature EMBODIED framework.

She works primarily with women, guiding them past old conditioning and into a life that feels like their own. Sessions are intuitive and personalized, drawing on whatever combination of somatic practices, breathwork, or energy work a client needs. Her through-line is a belief that real change lives in the body, not just the mind — that stored patterns need to be felt and moved, not merely understood.

Beyond 1:1 coaching, Dana leads international retreats, runs 200- and 500-hour yoga teacher trainings, and maintains a library of 350+ recorded classes through her EMBODIED Practice Room.

Background & Training

Yoga Teacher Training / ERYT 1000, RYS 500

Breathwork & Meditation Coach / Certified

Somatic Therapy / Certified

Neuroscience Coach / Certified

Reiki / Master

Human Design Coach / Certified

Shamanic Healer / Certified

Menopause Coach / Certified

Astrologist / Certified

13 Moon Mystery School / Priestess

Offerings

Embodiment Coaching

Ongoing (1, 8, or 16 sessions) / Virtual

1:1 coaching program blending breathwork, yoga, astrology, Human Design, sound healing, and somatic practices to help clients realign across all areas of life. Tailored sessions on weekly Zoom calls. Available as single sessions or multi-session packages.

from $444

Private Yoga / Breathwork Session

60 minutes / In person & virtual

One-on-one yoga and breathwork sessions personalized to the client's body and nervous system. Includes sound healing. Can be held at client's home, Dana's home office, or via Zoom. Travel surcharge applies beyond 5 miles from Cardiff.

from $333

Private Sound Healing Session

Varies / In person & virtual

Immersive sound healing experience using crystal quartz chakra singing bowls, chimes, and other instruments. Sessions begin with breathwork and meditation. Available for individuals and small groups (4+), with mobile setup available.

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Astrology Reading

Varies / Virtual

Personal astrology reading as a standalone offering or integrated into coaching sessions.

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EMBODIED Practice Room

On-demand / Virtual

Online library of 350+ recorded yoga, meditation, and breathwork classes available on-demand.

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EMBODIED Retreat

Multi-day / In person

Immersive multi-day retreats held internationally (Joshua Tree, Tuscany, Greece, Kenya, Thailand) combining yoga, breathwork, sound healing, and embodiment practices.

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I Can Help If You're Navigating

Spiritual Awakening

Feeling Stuck or Lost

Limiting Beliefs & Self-Sabotage

Anxiety & Overwhelm

Nervous System Dysregulation

Finding Purpose & Direction

Self-Worth & Confidence

Stress Management

Burnout & Exhaustion

Deepening Spiritual Practice

Manifesting & Co-Creating

Midlife Crisis / Awakening

Depression & Low Energy

Hormonal & Reproductive Health

Shadow Work & Inner Child

Grief & Loss

Creativity & Expression

Body Image & Eating

What Clients Say

★★★★★

"Dana's breath work and sound baths are truly a transformative and healing experience. Through intentional guided breathing and sound frequencies, she creates a serene and rejuvenating atmosphere. The breath work helped release tension, while the soothing sounds of the bowls put me into a deep state of relaxation. Dana's prompts during the breath work kept me motivated to keep going and explore all the emotions that came up. The bowls transcended me into such a beautiful place of calm. The combination of breath and sound is such a powerful experience."

H.N.

★★★★★

"I had no idea what to expect, but what I experienced was outer worldly. As soon as I passed through a brief period of discomfort, I landed in a deep meditative state, experienced emotional release, and had a spiritual connection with my mind, body, and spirit. I also was able to connect with loved ones that are no longer here on earth. Unbelievable! Dana's gentle and loving care during the experience made me feel safely guided. I would absolutely take another breathwork class and recommend to those that are looking to connect deeper within."

C.H.

★★★★★

"My breathwork session with Dana was wonderful. She made me feel so comfortable and at ease to go into the other realm that is breathwork. Her soundbath and calming voice guiding you is so relaxing and peaceful. I absolutely love the time I get to work with her and work on myself. It is truly transformative."

A.J.

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