Somatics 1: Tune in to your Body & enjoy Freedom of Movement

Unlock Pain Relief & Improved Movement with Somatic Movement

Discover the power of somatic movement, a gentle yet effective neuromuscular re-education technique designed to help you release muscle tension and regain proper muscle function. This course teaches you to consciously relax your muscles, fostering sensory awareness and boosting brain-muscle coordination.

Unlike traditional exercise focused on external appearance, somatic movement emphasizes the internal experience of movement. By focusing on slow, deliberate contractions, releases, lengthenings, and relaxations, you'll re-educate your body to move with greater efficiency and reduce pain.

Many injuries and chronic issues stem from adaptive muscle shortening. Muscles often shorten to adapt to habitual positions, leading to muscle imbalances, joint degeneration, and persistent pain. Somatic movement, based on the teachings of Thomas Hanna, helps break these unhelpful patterns.

Benefits of Somatic Movement:

• Chronic Pain Reduction: Find relief from persistent discomfort.
• Improved Bodily Function: Enhance overall physical performance.
• Musculoskeletal Condition Recovery: Support healing from common injuries.
• Increased Flexibility & Range of Motion: Move with greater ease.
• Reduced Muscular Tension: Release tightness and stiffness.
• Improved Posture: Become more aware of and correct unhealthy postural habits.
• Heightened Body Awareness: Develop a deeper connection to your body.
• Stress & Anxiety Reduction: Promote relaxation and mental well-being.

Who Can Benefit from Somatic Movement?

• Beginners: A gentle and accessible introduction to exercise.
• Existing Exercisers: Enhance your mind-body connection and improve performance.
• Injury Recovery: A safe and effective way to aid recovery from injury or illness.
• Pre/Post-Class Preparation: Prepare your body for classes or aid in cooldowns.
• Seniors: Ideal for older adults seeking gentler, more effective exercise options.

What You'll Get in This Course:

• Comprehensive manuals introducing you to the principles of somatic movement.
• A library of 15 exercises targeting every part of the body.
• A calming warm-up "sensing" routine and a restorative deep relaxation routine.
• A complete 1-hour class structure.
• Shorter class lesson plans for flexibility.