As a physicist, Judo master, and mechanical engineer, Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais studied movement for most of his life, and in doing so developed the Feldenkrais Method®. As a result of our environment, we adopt physical and psychological patterns of behavior. These patterns are integrated into our nervous system, and sometimes result in dysfunction, creating limitations and pain throughout our system.
This understanding of movement led Feldenkrais to develop an innovative method that can change patterns of dysfunction, release pain, and relieve emotional stress. It is practiced using two complementary forms:
Functional Integration®: A Functional Integration®, or FI, consists of gentle touch that guides your system into a new understanding of itself. This aspect of the method allows us to focus on your specific needs. It’s an individual experience to help people change patterns of dysfunction, relieve pain, and release emotional stress. Awareness Through Movement®: These classes are considered group lessons. However, because each person has had different life experiences, we consider each person unique. The movements conducted in class are very slow; you are only expected to do what is easy and comfortable. Resting, stopping, sleeping for short periods of time, and moving around when needed are as important as the movements themselves.
