'Awareness Through Movement' classes/workshops

Known among the community as 'ATMs'

These are for groups of people. To find out what happens in a typical lesson see here>

 

There are some Prerequisites to Attending:

• Capacity to lay on the floor, backlying, being on the side or front, also seated on floor.
• Ability to get up and down easily unaided.
• Not in persistent chronic pain. If these are not you, then a 1-1 Functional Integration lesson is recommended first, Please get in touch here> and let's discuss your particular situation and the best way forward. (In fact the people I've worked with who get the best and lasting results tend to eventually combine both - so it's often just a question of figuring out what is going to help you best to get started).

Enquire: please click here> arrange a free 10-15 min phone call for newcomers.. You can try a couple of classes before committing to a block, space permitting.

For What to bring please scroll down - And for Workshops too

Please think to book classes by the block - One off's are there for if you're new to try a class or three - and your'e welcome!. Or, for those who for reasons they have made me aware of, cannot commit to a block, or want to join a block late. However, the full benefit of these classes comes over time and with committment.

Want to sign up for a block but worried you'll miss some? Don't worry - you can either buy the recording or come to the other class if there's space (there's always space online).

Weekly Classes 2026:

see below for mini workshops on January 9, 15&16, & 22&23

From 12 & 13 February 8 week block of selected 'Awareness Through Movement' lessons runs to Easter.

One-Offs, 10- or 8-week blocks: THIS TERM the 10 week option INCLUDES 2 mini workshops on 15&16th and 22&23rd January.

For all classes, Audio Recordings are available, £2 per recording in addition to class price, each

Booking link https://LifeworksSomaticsFeldenkrais.as.me/

 

Thursdays 10-11.00 In Person

at Blacklers, Dartington Hall Estate, Totnes TQ9 6EQ or Dartington Village Hall TQ9 6JD - tbc when booked

Options:

One off classes on 15 & 22 Jan £14 each (drop-in rate) SEE Workshops below for topic as these are part of mini-series

10 weeks block from 15 January (no class 29/1 & 5/2) to Easter @ £110, (£11/class rate) or

8 weeks block from 12/2 @£96 (£12/class rate),

and

Fridays 9-10.00 am Online

via Zoom

One off classes on 16 & 23 Jan £14 each (drop-in rate) SEE Workshops below for topic as these are part of mini-series

10 weeks block from 16 January (no class 29/1 & 5/2) to Easter @ £110, (£11/class rate) or

8 weeks block from 13/2 @£96 (£12/class rate),

To Book: https://LifeworksSomaticsFeldenkrais.as.me/

 

Deadline for bookings of any Thursday/Friday/Saturday classes/workshops is the Wednesday before 9am.

 

If you have chronic or persistent pain please come for at least one individual 1-1 'Functional Integration' lesson before trying a class or workshop, for best results.

 

Workshops

2026

To Book: https://LifeworksSomaticsFeldenkrais.as.me/

- open up til 48 hours before

This link takes you to our Acuity booking website

Bookings Terms> (click to view)

When you book and pay, is is taken as your agreement to our Disclaimer> - (click to view)

 

Friday 9 January

09.00 - 10.00

'The Jaw & Eyes Connection'

This workshop is part of a mini-workshop series - see 2 more below. Ffor those with any symptoms of TMJ or neck pain, shoulder pain, headaches, or vision issues .

 

Thursday 15 Jan 10.00-11.00 & Friday 16 January 09.00 - 10.00

'The Jaw & Pelvis Connection'

Because the head and pelvis are located at either end of the spine, issues in one are often somehow reflected in the other - so we can work with one to help the other.

 

Thursday 22 Jan 10.00-11.00 & Friday 23 January 09.00 - 10.00

'Breathe'

How we carry ourselves habitually affects the freedom and ease with which we can breathe. Spend this hour with us exploring your breath and see how simple attentiveness and exploring variations in the movement of the breath can bring a sense of freedom and ease - possibly even bring a sense of newness to your world.,

 

For each of these 3 mini-workshops the cost is £14

and you can buy the recordings - add-on £2 each when you book

If you need a lower rate I will supply a coupon code to apply at checkout

To Book: https://LifeworksSomaticsFeldenkrais.as.me/

- open up til 48 hours before

This link takes you to our Acuity booking website

Bookings Terms> (click to view)

When you book and pay, is is taken as your agreement to our Disclaimer> - (click to view)

 

 

Enquire: please click here> to arrange a free 10-15 min phone call if this will be your first time

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How to Set Up for Online Class/Workshop

To participate Online

• give one single email address, to receive the Zoom Link each week and any last-minute communications,
• use a laptop, not a tablet or Ipad - or, if you must please ensure that it can be set up so that your floor mat is properly visible. If an Ipad, you need to turn off the autofocus. A laptop is recommended.
• be familiar with the use of Zoom (www.zoom.us) software Please ensure you know how to enter/leave, mute/unmute, video on/off. Please display your name as you wish to be called. This is required out of respect for the Zoom classroom space.
• ensure you have an adequate internet connection, and have a laptop (not tablet/Ipad) to use. You are required to have your camera on
• attend classes live.

Now set up your physical space:

• Be somewhere quiet and private where you will not be disturber
• A mat, to lie on PLUS two folded blankets/towels (not cushions) for props
• Laptop positioned at one END of your mat AND Up on a Chair so that its camera looks down on your mat and sees it in full.
• Laptop also should be as close to the mat as possible and not on floor
• Dress more warmly than you think in loose comfy clothing including socks and possibly mittens in cool weather
• Zoom link - if it isn't with you isn't with you by 30 mins before your class/appointment please phone/email me (check your spam folder first)

 

To participate at In Person events you need

• To bring your own floor mat
• And two large bath towels/blankets
• Dress in loose, layered, clothing, warmly, and include socks and maybe mittens in winter/spring - lessons are quiet and you will cool down rather than warm up although the space is well heated
• Bring water to drink

 

 

more info about Functional Integration and 1-1 ATM Online>

 

Get in Touch or To Book>

 

Bookings Terms For Classes/Workshops:

1. Signing our Disclaimer

When you make payment for any of our Classes, Workshops or 1-1 Sessions, this is taken as your agreement that you have read, and agree to, the following:

 

"I understand that the Feldenkrais Method is intended as an instruction in the optimal use of the self.

I realize that it is not a treatment for medical emergencies, and is not intended as a substitute for normal medical procedure suggested by a physician.

I fully understand that nothing that may be told me by a practitioner in this field is a medical diagnosis, nor a substitute for a medical diagnosis, nor is it to be so considered by me.

I understand that what is said in a session, or anything others say during a class/workshop is Confidential. I agree to keep this Confidentiality.

I accept that all reasonable care is taken, and that all activities are undertaken entirely at my own risk and no responsibility can be taken by the Practitioner for any loss or injury of any type, physical or otherwise, suffered.

By taking part I accept responsibility for myself, my belongings, this includes my safety and well-being."

 

2. Missed classes

If you book a block, are your responsibility, and are not transferable forwards. Usually a recording can be purchased for an additional £2, and sometimes there is space on another class if one is running during the same block dates but this isn't guaranteed..

Recordings remain available for 7 days only - you need to download them if you want to keep them longer than this.

 

3. Discounts and Concessions

please ask if you need - proof of low income status required

 

4. Cancellations

Drop in bookings are non-refundable

Block class bookings and workshop bookings are fully refundable If made more than 7 days beforehand, within 7 days but more than 48 hours are 50% refundable,and within 48 hours are non-refundable

 

 

 

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