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Feldenkrais Method of somatic education uses attention to unusual movement sequences to help you discover your habits and learn alternatives. Supporters of the technique say its results make any activity easier, more effective, more enjoyable, and that people of all ages and abilities benefit from the lessons.
The technique helps people:
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improve posture
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increase vitality
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relieve chronic pain and tension
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increase flexibility
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have easier movement in all activities
Classes entitled "Awareness through Movement™" and private lessons entitled "Functional Integration™" are available from practitioners:
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Marg Bartosek — (530) 753-6060 or mbartosek@cxp.com
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Jeannette Hogan — (530) 753-5885 or jhoganx@aol.com
Classes
This information may not be up-to-date; double check the availability of classes by calling the respective teacher.
Monday
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7:00 - 8:00 pm — Marg Bartosek at the Veterans Memorial Center
Tuesday
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11:30 - 12:30 — Marg Bartosek at the Davis Senior Center
Wednesdays
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noon to 1:00
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Jeannette Hogan in home Feldenkrais studio. $10 per class or $35 for 4 (can be nonconsecutive). Class size limited to 5. Please call for space availability and location in Davis.
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2006-02-07 12:16:23 Is this similar to the Alexander Technique? What makes it different? —JabberWokky
2006-02-07 15:40:32 The goals of the two methods are similar; their approach to teaching is different. The Feldenkrais Method leads student through movements that lead to a felt experience of, for example, being upright by balancing over the skeleton. The Alexander Technique, as I understand it, will describe the most efficient position and help the student assume the posture. —JeannetteHogan
2006-02-08 12:06:10 I was introduced to the Feldenkrais Method® many years ago during recovery from a serious illness and found it to be extremely valuable in my return to full movement and health. This personal experience lead to my becoming a teacher of the Method. —MargBartosek
