KINESTHETIC EDGE

NEW--Body Knowledge
An Introduction to the Feldenkrais Method®

At Newton Wellesley Hospital-June 7

Remember the ease of movement you took for granted as a kid? The Feldenkrais Method of movement and learning can help you reconnect with that effortless range of motion you thought was gone forever! The non-strenuous exercises are designed to help you attain a higher degree of comfort doing your everyday activities or while engaging in a sport or a performance art. Feldenkrais lessons rapidly improve your overall well-being by teaching you to eliminate unnecessary strain that can lead to pain and injury.

After a lesson, you will likely experience a sense of relaxation and ease of movement, as well as improved mental clarity and creativity. People of all ages and fitness levels can benefit—from those who are looking for a way to manage chronic pain or become more active, to professional athletes and artists seeking to gain a competitive edge.

This 2-hour workshop will cover the basic learning strategies that make Feldenkrais lessons so effective for so many and so easy to apply in such a wide range of activities. Bonus: At the conclusion of the program, each participant will receive a copy of Body Knowledge. Retailing at $29.99, this audio CD set features four introductory-level Feldenkrais lessons that are appropriate for home study.

What People Are Saying...

Andrea, just want to let you know that my hip and shoulder both feel better than they have in the past 2 years. It's really great to have a normal type of feeling and movement again!

~Barbara B., Washington, DC

Location:
Newton Wellesley Hospital’s Shipley Fitness Center

Date & Time:
Saturday, June 7, 2008
11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Tuition: $25
(Early Bird Discount: Save $5 when you register on May 30 at the NWH Health Fair!)

Advance Registration Required:
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New--Kinesthetic Edge for Golfers
Improve your game with the Feldenkrais Method^®

^{At Newton Wellesley Hospital - June 10}

How can you get that competitive edge, both in the game of golf and the game of life? By learning how to increase your awareness of your body in movement and reconnecting with your natural movement instincts.

Overall improvement in body usage occurs when you increase your kinesthetic awareness. Why? Because you maximize efficiency while reducing effort expenditure. This translates to a reduction in the occurrence of chronic pain and injury, both on the course and in your daily activities.

The live Kinesthetic Edge for Golfers Workshop will introduce you to the powerful Feldenkrais Method and skills taught in the Kinesthetic Edge for Golfers audio program. As a special bonus, at the conclusion of the workshop, all participants will receive a free copy of Kinesthetic Edge for Golfers, which retails at $39.95.

What People Are Saying...

I just wanted to let you know that I tried lesson one. There was something in there that allowed me to relax and swing more freely, and I?m getting another 20 to 30 yards on my drives, which is unbelievable. That alone was worth the price of admission.

~ Steve F., Wayland, MA

By the end of one of my golf trips, I usually want to throw away my clubs and take about two weeks off. This year I did two lessons each day, before and after I played, and I was able to maintain a level of consistency in my body, and therefore, my play.

~ Adam B., Washington, DC

Location: Newton Wellesley Hospital's Shipley Fitness Center
Tuesday, June 10, 2008 ~ 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Tuition: $50
Early Bird Discount: Save 10% when you register on Friday, May 30th at the NWH Health Fair!

Advance Registration Required! Please click on the payment button below for secure payment options through PayPal.

Sorry, this workshop is now closed. New dates will be announced shortly. Please check back.

Ongoing--Body/Mind Private Lessons
Pilates ~ The Alexander Technique^TM ~the Feldenkrais Method^®

^{Free Consultations at Newton Wellesley Hospital - June 3}

Allow private training sessions in Pilates, the Alexander Technique^TM or the Feldenkrais Method^® to be your first step in a comprehensive overhaul of the way you think about your health and fitness. These movement-based learning methods engage your kinesthetic intelligence and body awareness, bringing about rapid improvement in the way you function in life. Practicing them improves the way you use your body in your fitness-related pursuits and in your everyday routine. It can also deepen your understanding of the role that body awareness and body image play in aligning your actions and intentions.

Having selected the method that best meets your needs, you can then arrange for private lessons tailored to fit your specific goals and preferences. Private lessons can be scheduled at Kinesthetic Edge's Walpole-based studio or, now for your convenience, onsite at Shipley Fitness Center! Practicing the skills learned in your lessons will immediately bring about greater comfort and ease in your daily activities. If you wish, a more fitness-oriented program can be designed to improve your core strength and flexibility or to analyze sports performance. As a special bonus, you will receive a free audio recording of your lessons to assist you in home study.

Find out which method is right for you at Newton Wellesley's Shipley Fitness Center!

A limited number of FREE, 30-minute consultations will be offered:
Tuesday, June 3, 2008 from 9:00 - 4:00 pm
By appointment only: (508) 446-5538

New--IntelliDANCE
A Summer Dance Program at Paulette's in Medfield

The IntelliDANCE Summer Workshop offers a mind/body approach to dance training and choreography. In this class you will feel how quickly your body can learn and your movement quality can improve when you train your body and mind to work together.

The program will include technique classes designed to help students build strength and greater body awareness, and choreography classes that will focus on improving performance skills.

The Technique Class will include:

• Mind/body floor work that will help to strengthen, align and integrate movement optimally.

• Dance technique (barre, center & across the floor) drawn from classical and contemporary styles of dance.

The Choreography Class will:

• Build upon the concepts covered in technique class and utilize the movement studied to create a dance

Class Schedule

• Technique Class: Wednesday 5:30-7:30 (June 4, 11, 18 & 25)

• Choreography Class: Thursday 5:30-7:30 (June 5, 12 & 26. This class will also meet on Wednesday, June 18 from 7:30-8:30)

Cost

• For the full 15-hour program (Technique & Choreography): $150

• For just Technique Class Series (8 hours): $80

Location

Paulette's Ballet Studio
93 West Street
Medfield, MA 02052

Advance Registration Required.

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IntelliDANCE--The Jr. Program
At Paulette's Ballet Studio in Medfield

Modeled after the senior class program (described above), the Jr. Program will meet on the following days and times:

Technique
Tuesdays: June 3, 17 & 24 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm
June 10 from 4:00 to 5:30 pm

Choreography
Wednesdays: June 4, 11, 18 & 25
4:00 to 5:30 pm

Advanced Registration is Required.
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Jr. Class--Technique and Choreography: $150

Jr. Class--Technique Only: $80

• The Feldenkrais Method^®

• The Alexander Technique^TM

IntelliDANCE Workshops and Masterclasses

We offer programs in technique and choreography for dance educators and dance students (ages 13 and up) that explore the connection between the Feldenkrais Method and dance education. Contact us to inquire about scheduling an IntelliDANCE workshop at your studio or click here to read more...