Movement Meditation with Sarah: Deep Calm Through Movement

Find Calm & Focus with Movement Meditation: Gentle Body-Based Lessons

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or struggling to focus? Discover a refreshing approach to calmness and focus with Movement Meditation with Sarah! This course offers 10-minute movement lessons designed to soothe your nervous system, improve your body awareness, and bring more optimism to your daily life.

Developed over 25 years of experience studying and teaching Feldenkrais® Method, Voice and Speech, and Laughter Yoga, these lessons offer a unique alternative to traditional meditation and yoga.

How is Movement Meditation Different?

Unlike typical meditation and yoga practices, Movement Meditation focuses on:

• Body-Based Calm: Gentle movements help create new habits of moving with a calmer quality, leading to a calmer mind. We never ask you to simply "relax."
• Effortless Movement: These lessons explore agreeable, smooth, and easy movements – not strenuous stretches – that you'll want to integrate into your everyday life.
• Lighthearted Learning: Humor and a sense of fun are woven throughout, making learning enjoyable and sustainable.

What Can Movement Meditation Help You With?

This course is perfect for:

• Quick Stress Relief: 10-minute breaks to calm your body and mind during busy days.
• Body-Based Meditation: Experience the power of gentle movement to quiet the mind.
• Non-Judgmental Practice: A soothing and supportive approach – no pressure to "achieve" anything.
• Music Lovers: Enjoy the background music, unlike many guided meditations.
• Improved Focus & De-stressing: A concrete, body-focused way to improve focus, de-stress, and wind down before sleep.
• Feldenkrais® Enthusiasts: Refine your awareness through potent, 10-minute lessons inspired by classic Awareness Through Movement® exercises.
• Gentle Movement: A relaxing practice that doesn't involve stretching, perfect for all ages and abilities.
• Specific Needs: Relaxing your jaw, resting your eyes, improving breathing, finding comfort while sitting, or simply having a laugh!
• Elderly Individuals: A gentle movement practice tailored for comfort and ease.
• Singers & Actors: Relax your jaw, improve breathing, and enhance body awareness.

What Others Are Saying:

"After each lesson I just feel so aware but calm. I feel like this is what people mean when they talk about the benefits of meditation but I’ve never been able to keep focused on meditation. This is what I assume meditation is like for normal people! Not only was this non-judgemental and soothing, the main point is not just to be aware of yourself, but to have fun. And I had so much fun." - Brittony LeFever, B.A.H.

"I sensed an increase in my body awareness, easing of tensions, and found a greater sense of balance within my own body. At the end of each session, I felt greater freedom of movement within my own body as well as a more mindful and calm attitude." - Danielle Cyr, M.Mus.

"Sarah's gentle kindness and enthusiasm kept me wanting more! I was always surprised at how quickly the time passed in our lessons! The session flew by in the blink of an eye. I felt much more balanced after the lesson. Paradoxically, by learning to let go and let be, I felt more powerful. It's a wonderful feeling! I feel like I've let go of tension I've been holding for a surprisingly long time. My shoulder, which has been hurting for so long, is suddenly much less painful, and much more mobile. I'm so grateful for that!!" - Chris Mayell, M. Mus.

About the Lessons:

The lessons are primarily audio-based with a simple visual aid. This allows you to focus on your own experience without distraction. A demonstration of each movement is provided at the beginning of each lesson. Questions are welcomed and answered in the Q&A section of each lesson.

Important Note: These lessons are gentle, but please consult your doctor before starting any new physical activity. Sarah Templeton is not liable for any injury resulting from these lessons.