'Awareness Through Movement'
What happens in a class/workshop - see About ATM>
Weekly Classes: Spring/Summer 2024 Wednesdays & Fridays - Drop In or Block of 6 -
Normally I only offer blocks of usually 6 - Doing Feldenkrais 'ATM' is no ordinary exercise class - designed to help you improve the way you move, my classes take you into a re-educating, re-organizing process that involves your whole organism. The lessons, while gentle and simple can and should challenge you and the way you think about yourself. My role is to support you through this process. However due to circumstances of my own I'm making Drop-In available. Bookings will close the day before - I need time to physically DO each lesson before I teach it, how can I offer an embodied experience if I haven't done that. It also helps my preparation to know who's coming and what their needs are as I have over 1000 lessons to pick from.
Please Get In Touch> to arrange a free 10-15 min phone call if this will be your first class, to discuss your needs
To Book a Class - click here> Please note:must be booked by close of business the day before
For What to bring & How to Setup - please scroll down
Wednesdays 09.00-10.00 am Online
The Eyes & Their Connection to Easier Movement
Bookings open in April
This class is for anyone interested in natural vision improvement but also, for especially anyone with balance issues or chronic pain, and stress-related issues like TMJ or RSI.
One of the first things we develop after being born is the capacity to see. Often the kind of imprint we received about our life in general at the time affects the way we learn to see, and that can affect the rest of our lives, worsening as we age. However, as Dr Feldenkrais understood, what was once learned can be unlearned and relearned. Sounds interesting? Come join us!
Fridays 09.00-10.00 am Online
Easier Movement for Arms Neck & Shoulders
(current)
For all those with either pain, injury/discomfort or whose skills are dependent on comfort and ease in these areas. Booking is via booking link below
then
After 12 April til July:
Core Matters
Focussing on the use and functioning of your core - that middle part of your body that is home to your spine and your organs, from your shoulders to your hips and pelvic floor, your back to your front. A big topic that we will take a look at from a different perspective each week.
All Classes are Drop In £12 or 6 weeks block @ £60 (taken consecutively & not transferable forwards). Bookings are open up until close of business the day before each class 6pm.
If you need a discount please ask there are usually concessionary places.
How to set up - please see below - for Booking - please see below
Recordings can be purchased @ £2 per class, so if you have to miss a class you can catch-up if another class that week isn't suitable.
(takes you to the Contact Me page, please follow the instructions given).
- Your place is only confirmed with payment - see our Bookings Terms> below - and payment also confirms your agreement to our Disclaimer> (please read)
For Online Classes please ensure I have the right email address for you, so that you will receive the Zoom Link for the class.
TO SET UP YOUR ONLINE SPACE you will need
- Capacity to lay on the floor, backlying, being on the side or front. Also the ability to get up and down easily unaided. If you are someone with chronic pain or mobility issues that might make this difficult, I recommend you either come for a 1-1 session first, or at least get in touch, I can offer classes in sitting too, and am collecting participants currently for this.
- Somewhere quiet and private
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a mat to lie on PLUS one or two folded blankets/towels for props
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A laptop/device positioned so that you are as fully visible as possible when facing the camera, as close to it as possible - ideally at one END of your mat
- Dress more warmly than you think in loose comfy clothing
For an In-Person Class: you will need
- To bring your own floor mat
- Plus one or two large bath towels/blankets
- To 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
- Water to drink
- Capacity to lay on the floor, backlying, being on the side or front. Also the ability to get up and down easily unaided. If you are someone with chronic pain or mobility issues that might make this difficult, I recommend you either come for a 1-1 session first, or at least get in touch, I can offer classes in sitting too, and am collecting participants currently for this.
Workshops
This term I'm just offering a choice of weekly classes
Consist of a selected combination of
'Awareness Through Movement' (ATM) lessons (more info about ATM here >)
to offer a more in-depth experience on a given topic.
- and follow instructions there. When you pay which confirms attendance - see our Bookings Terms> below - this is taken as your agreement to our Disclaimer>
If you have persistent pain or injury it is recommended you have at least one 1-1 'Functional Integration' lesson before coming to a class/workshop
So I can help you more - and will enhance the benefits of the groupwork, accelerating your learning, healing and improvement process
more info about Functional Integration and 1-1 ATM Online>
Bookings Terms
Signing our Disclaimer - applies to all Classes, Workshops & 1-1 sessions
When you pay for any Class, Workshop or 1-1 Session it is taken 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 I or other participants say during class is Confidential and Iagree to keep the 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."
Payments
Please click here> for prices
Please click here> page for our bank details. We take cash or bacs transfers only
For all 1-1 lessons
are due prior to your appointment.
For Classes/Workshops bookings
confirm your place.
Late Payments made after your booking has taken place that have to be chased: add £2.
Zoom Links
for 1-1 lessons up to 10 mins prior and
for classes/workshops up to 1/2 hour prior to the start of the class.
Missed classes
are not transferable, can either be made up at other classes during the same block dates if offered and if space is available, or via recordings which are usually available (not guaranteed) and purchaseable for £2 each.
Recordings when shared remain available for 7 days
Discounts and Concessions
please ask if you need this
Workshop Cancellations
If made up to 7 days beforehand you will be refunded or alternatively the booking may be transferred to another workshop we offer, subject to our agreement and to places being available. Cancellations made less than 7 days before a workshop will be refunded 50% of fee paid IF more than 48 hours prior to start of workshop. Last minute cancellations 48 hours or less from the start of a workshop are not refundable
Money Back Guarantee!
If you attend a whole workshop and are not satisfied, the amount paid for your place on the workshop will be refunded in full.
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