TRE – Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises

What is TRE® ? 

Developed by Dr David Bercelli, Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE®) is an accessible series of exercises that assists the body to release stress, tension and trauma through the activation of its natural shaking or tremor reflex. TRE is based on the fundamental idea, backed by research, that stress, tension and trauma is both psychological and physical. When this shaking mechanism is activated in a safe environment, the body is encouraged to return to a state of balance.

Tremors take us out of the fight-flight-freeze loop, helping to regulate our nervous systems and causing a deep sense of relaxation. After doing TRE, many people report feelings of peace and well-being.

TRE has been used for decades worldwide by people working in high stress environments (such as the military, police forces and fire services, etc) as well as victims of war, natural disasters and other traumatising events.  This non-verbal self-help practice is now being embraced by everyday people.

Once you have developed confidence in this simple yet powerful practice, you will be able to tremor at any time in the comfort of your home or return to our regular sessions to shake alongside others.

Reported health benefits of TRE include:

• Fewer symptoms of stress and anxiety
• Better sleep
• More energy
• Increased emotional resilience
• Improved sex drive
• Restoration of sensation and sense of connection with the body

“Click here to watch a 3 minute animated explanation of TRE”

For more information about TRE including the benefits, please visit the official website https://traumaprevention.com/.

What happens during a Friday evening wind-down session?

Each session will vary, but all involve:

• A simple grounding practice to help connect you to sensation and the space
• Time for journaling and reflection
• 7 simple exercise designed to gently fatigue and stretch big muscle groups so that you can reconnect to the tremor reflex
• Integration and relaxation
• Short group sharing and Q&A

During short courses, you will have the opportunity to deepen your TRE practice over three sessions and develop confidence in surrendering to your natural tremors with the same small group.

Key points to note for each Friday session

• Please arrive 10 minutes before the session start time
• Bring a water bottle (refills available)
• Bring a journal/notebook and pen
• Dress in comfortable clothing, ideally with some layers up top as your body temperature may lower after the tremoring

Important information

Suitable for all levels, from regular shakers to those completely new to TRE.

• All participants must be over 18 years old.
• All equipment will be provided, including mats.

Please read the following carefully before booking.

Group sessions are not suitable for, and we ask that you do not attend if any of the following apply to you:

• Pregnancy
• Severe or active PTSD, CPTSD, or severe trauma-related symptoms
• A history of seizures or seizure-like episodes
• Dissociative disorders or frequent dissociation
• Significant cardiovascular conditions
• Recent surgery, operation, or serious injury within the last 3 months
• Serious or unstable physical or mental health conditions
• Significant difficulty self-regulating — for example, finding it very hard to calm down when emotionally distressed

Group sessions are also not recommended during IVF or fertility treatment without prior clearance from your GP or consultant.

If you are unsure whether any of the above applies to you, or if you would like to discuss your circumstances before booking, please contact Tamara directly at trewithtamara@gmail.com before reserving your place.

Session Prices

Drop-in sessions: £35/session

3-session package: £99

Please note that the 3-session package must be used within 6 months. It can be booked directly with Tamara but not through Eventbrite.

Cancellation Policy

Drop-in sessions: 48-hour cancellation policy (no cancellation available after 7:15pm two days before the event). If you can no longer attend and wish to gift your ticket, please email me with the name of the new participant at least 24 hours before the event.

Short courses: No refunds available for short courses, but you can transfer your space to a loved one. Please email me with their name before the session.

 To book, visit https://trewithtamara.eventbrite.com or email trewithtamara@gmail.com to book directly with Tamara and avoid Eventbrite fees.