Listen, let’s make an important distinction Many kinds of movement training distinguish themselves by the kinds of exercises that constitute their programs. One might focus on strength, another on flexibility; yet another might claim to improve both. Teachers of Feldenkrais
Back Together Again: In-Person Feldenkrais Classes Return
In-person again I’m thrilled to announce that I am returning to teaching weekly Feldenkrais® Awareness Through Movement® classes in an actual studio with real, live students present! This September I will begin a six-week series at Yoga on Beacon on
Quieting: An Autumn In-Person Gentle Movement Retreat in Seattle
What will we do during the autumn retreat? This autumn retreat takes place during the new moon just before the holiday season ramps up—a perfect time to quiet our systems and slow down our pace. I will guide you through a
Lodestones of Sensation: Feldenkrais in the Yoga Classroom
(Lodestones of Sensation: Feldenkrais ® in the Yoga Classroom was originally published in May, 2012. I offer it here as part of a series of favorites pieces I am updating for my new website. For another article on Feldenkrais in
Two In-Town Gentle Movement Retreats at Dharma Gate
What will we do during an in-town gentle movement retreat? These two half-day retreats are in-person gatherings for a small group of participants in the Seattle area. I will guide you through a delicious movement practice, including a Feldenkrais® Awareness Through
From Pain to Pleasure: Finding Freedom Through Neutral
An Invitation to Pleasure “Move toward pleasure,” a dance teacher once offered us young dancers. It was a novel instruction and the results were stunning. I felt a patience and kindness toward myself I had never felt before, and movement
Online Feldenkrais Classes for the Summer
Join me from the comfort of your own home or workplace for these two series of online Feldenkrais ® Awareness Through Movement ® classes. This summer we’ll explore how our movements can radiate out from our centers, providing support for every
Online Feldenkrais Classes for the Spring
Join me from the comfort of your own home or workplace for these two series of online Feldenkrais ® Awareness Through Movement ® classes. These lessons will help you slow your worried mind, sense yourself, and make clear action from
Constructive Disobedience: Feldenkrais in the Yoga Classroom
(Constructive Disobedience: Feldenkrais ® in the Yoga Classroom was originally published in May 2012. I offer it here as part of a series of favorites pieces I am updating for my new website. For another article on Feldenkrais in the
Self Image | Body Image
“The behavior of human beings is firmly based on the self-image they have made for themselves. Accordingly, if one wishes to change one’s behavior, it will be necessary to change this image. What is a self-image? I would argue that