12 week functional movement training challenge

Unlock Your Body's Potential: A Complete Movement Practice with the Schaefer Method

Discover the Schaefer Method, a revolutionary movement practice designed to reconnect you with your body's innate wisdom and unlock a new level of physical capability. Drawing inspiration from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Yoga, animal locomotion, dance, and fitness, this method creates unique movement "languages" for a more fluid and expressive body.

Ready to become a movement wizz? Imagine crawling like a lizard, jumping like a kangaroo, and stalking like a lion! This 12-week challenge will significantly increase your body's movement capacity, whether you're a beginner or seeking deeper flow in your movement.

How it Works:

We recommend dedicating 12 weeks to fully experience the Schaefer Method. The program includes:

• 12 x 15-minute online classes: Designed for daily practice.
• 5 classes per week (Monday-Friday): Build consistent momentum.
• 3 Schaefer Method Flow Exercises: Additional practice for enhanced flow.
• 1 Active Recovery Joint Opening Class: Promote flexibility and ease.

What You'll Gain:

• Enhanced Movement: Improve range of motion and body awareness.
• Increased Body Control: Shift from mind-directed movement to body-led movement.
• Physical Transformation: Experience changes in strength, flexibility, and overall body composition.
• Improved Body Awareness: Develop a deeper connection with your physical self.

The Schaefer Method Philosophy:

Our bodies are designed for a vast range of movement, but modern life often limits our use of these natural capabilities. The Schaefer Method aims to reawaken these "forgotten" movement languages, fostering a sense of flow and connection with yourself and the world.

Key Elements of the Schaefer Method:

This practice integrates diverse training areas to achieve optimal movement:

• Meditation: Cultivate inner focus for improved body awareness and mindful movement.
• Balance: Develop controlled stability and efficient weight distribution.
• Strength: Build functional strength without excessive muscle bulk, focusing on efficient movement.
• Mobility: Increase joint range of motion through muscular strength, not just stretching.
• Animal Locomotion: Learn from the natural movement patterns of animals to improve efficiency and coordination.
• Agility: Enhance body control and rapid changes in direction.
• Floor Work: Reclaim the natural movements of childhood – rolling, crawling, and full-body expression.
• Free Movement: Explore and discover your own unique movement flow.
• Release: Counteract muscle tension and promote relaxation in body and mind.

Tip: Be patient! If a movement pattern feels challenging, practice slowly and gradually build proficiency.

Supported by:

This method is made possible by the support of:

• boerlinboerds
• gowithgertrud
• fenriz-tz
• ina-schooff
• tetokiharuruth (thanks to Charles Koroneho)