Sunday 27th February – 9am-10.30am (GMT)
Cultivating Freedom and Strength
Rolling, twisting and spiralling are fundamental patterns in movement development and pathways to full expressivity. However, as we grow we often tend to get stuck in linear and bi-dimensional forms, not fully embracing the inherent three-dimensionality of our body.
In this workshop with Vanessa Michielon, we will have fun exploring spiralling patterns from the perspective of Barre and Somatic Movement, the first focusing on stability and isolation of body parts, the second on full connectivity and effortlessness.
You can expect:
- An energising Barre-inspired warm-up involving spinal twists in different standing positions.
- Clear cues to maintain pelvic and shoulders stability, and core activation when twisting, which can be applied to Yoga Asana too.
- An introduction to the principle of cross-lateral connectivity in Somatic movement: ideal for teachers and teacher trainees to understand and incorporate in their classes.
- A series of soothing floor-based patterns inspired by Bartenieff Fundamentals, exploring organic ways to sequence movement from our fingers and our toes to the rest of the body, from the floor to seated and standing.
This workshop is ideal for those who want a fun, informative workshop and find new ways of moving, and also ideal for teachers and teacher trainees who are interested in broadening their practice and teaching skills.
It is suitable for all levels of experience, as lots of variations will be offered to adjust the intensity and range of motion to what is needed on the day. Given the focus on twisting, it is not recommended for pregnant people or anyone who should avoid this kind of patterns. Clothing covering elbows and knees could be useful for the second half of the workshop to avoid skin friction when rolling on the floor.
Vanessa is a Movement specialist and founder of the Transformative Movement method, empowering people of all walks of life to embrace Yoga, Pilates and Dance in order to improve physical health and achieve a balanced state of mind.
Can’t make it live?
We will be offering a on-demand playback of the workshop for 14 days afterwards, so you don’t have to miss out!
Cost
£15 for subscribers
£20 for non-subscribers
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Questions?
If you have any questions about this online workshop with Vanessa, drop us a message on support@movementformodernlife.com
Terms & Conditions
Practicing safely
The live online workshops are for your education and your enjoyment only. You are participating in the live classes at your own risk. You are encouraged to to take breaks when needed and/or when in doubt, don’t do sequences that you are even a little concerned about. If you have any health condition, please seek medical advice before taking any form of exercise. If you have any concerns, please let us know before the workshop starts.
If you feel unwell in any way or if you experience any discomfort during class, please stop the class and consult your health practitioner immediately. Remember that yoga is mostly a journey off the mat and into life, and it is a journey about taking responsibility for our own actions and cultivating self-knowledge. Only choose exercises which will nurture and support you, and please take responsibility for yourself and your current abilities during your practice. Remember that each day is different, and even if yesterday you were able to perform a movement, that is no indicator that the same exercise is possible today. Please move within your comfortable limits and if you’re in any doubt whatsoever, please seek medical advice.
We are not medical practitioners and we do not seek to offer medical advice. Please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any new exercise. This is particularly important if you have any limiting condition or are, pregnant, nursing, regularly taking medications, or have any existing medical conditions. We do not accept any liability whatsoever for any injury or damage, either during or after this retreat. Your participation in this retreat is entirely voluntary and at your own risk, and you agree to abide by the T&Cs of Movement for Modern Life.
Payment
Your secure payment will reserve your place on this very intimate, special online retreat. No refunds will be made.
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