Many Feldenkrais practitioners have found the following other practices interesting and related to the Feldenkrais Method. In this section, we post information about to local workshops in these practices. WORKSHOP
BONES FOR LIFE® 'INTENSIVE' Programs
The complete program for stimulating bone strength through natural movement and weight-bearing posture. BFL was developed by Ruthy Alon and is based on the work of Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais
There are 2 programs in NYC this season. Each are being taught by Pioneer Trainers in the BFL program. In each, a participant may attend any one or all of the segments. To Complete the full program, one needs to partake in all 90 processes/ movement sequences. To become a certified BFL one needs to complete the full program twice. If you are taking the program for the second time, there is a large discount. Each of the programs will also provide mentoring time for those interested in becoming Bones For Life® teachers. Program 1- with Anastasi Siotas, Ellen Gordon and Sonja Johansson is taking place at Park South Physical Therapy Office on Union Square. Program 2 - with Deborah Elizabeth Lotus & Marcia Giudice will take place at the Feldenkrais Institute of New York in Chelsea.
Descriptions of BONES FOR Life® are followed by the specifics of each upcoming program in NYC.
A Personal Intensive and Professional Training Program to
develop strong, resilient bones; promote optimum posture, balance, and movement; and cultivate 'biological optimism' (zest for life)!
Take a peak at the sold out 2007 program with Ruthy Alon
The Bones for Life program was researched and developed by master teacher and Feldenkrais trainer, Ruthy Alon. This program is open to the public who wish to take it for personal benefit. For those interested in teaching the work, it also fulfills requirements toward completion of the professional certification process to become a certified Bones for Life Teacher. The training is primarily experiential, and all 90 BFL movement 'processes' can be adapted for people with physical limitations.
Participants will learn to:
Enhance bone strength through safe dynamic weight bearing movement and resistance
Improve posture and cultivate a reliable anti-gravity axis.
Coordinate natural patterns of movement that minimize compressive forces on the spine
Use neuro-motor strategies for assuring the safety of vulnerable joints.
Create springy pulsations of pressure that promote bone health
Increase ability to go up and down stairs with ease and comfort
Improve dynamic equilibrium, stability, and the ability to fall 'well'
Reduce stiffness, aches and pains and restore the joy of movement
Maximize function, vitality, and quality of life with aging
Before & After: Improvements in Running: The video below shows before-and-after footage of people who participated in a 4-day Bones for Life course.
Program 1- with Anastasi Siotas, Ellen Gordon and Sonja Johansson
Weekend formats with small class size.
Dates: Segment 1: February 2,3, 9, 10
Segment 2: March 8, 9, 15, 16
Segment 3: April 5, 6, 12, 13
Saturdays:,12 Noon – 5 PM Sundays: 10 AM -6 PM
Where:
Park South Physical Therapy 37 Union Square West 3rd Floor (btwn 16th & 17th St)New York, NY10003
TUITION for Each Segment: First time $600 Second time $300 Early bird rate – $550 Second time $250 Segment
Tuition is prorated if you are only able to join for one weekend in a segment. Please make checks payable to: Sonja Johansson Mail checks and registration form to: Sonja Johansson, 300 Rector Pl Apt 5C, NY, NY10280 For further information: call 1-646-283-4539 You may download flyer and registration form at Flyer and Registration Program 2 - with Deborah Elizabeth Lotus & Marcia Giudice
3 Fri - Sun Segments, April - May
The Complete Basic 60-hour program* will be offered in three 20-hour segments, each held over three days (Fri. Sat, Sun.).
Dates/Times:
Segment 1: April 11-13, 2008 (10 am - 6 pm)
Segment 2: May 2-4, 2008 (10 am - 6 pm)
Segment 3: May 30-June 1, 2008 (9:30 am- 5:00 pm)
Tuition (per segment): $395 three weeks in advance, $425 thereafter. Register for all 3 segments by March 18 and pay $1,125 (save $60). For participants taking the program a second time: $325 per segment, 4 weeks in advance,
$350 thereafter. Register for all three segments by March 31 and pay $950
Location: The Feldenkrais Institute of NY, 134 West 26th Street, 2nd Floor.
To Register: Call 212-727-1014, or print, mail/fax the Registration Form. Payment is by check or credit card (Mastercard or VISA only). Our fax number is (212) 727-2787.
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