Introduction to Feldenkrais® - Explore your body's potential and the possibilities of creative movement in Turku Summer University!

14.03. - 15.03.2025
14.-15.03.2025 Fri 18.00-19.30 and Sat 10-14
(lunch break 11.30-12.30)
Turku Summer University, Sirkkalankatu 4, Turku

The Feldenkrais® method is a holistic embodied learning method, where movement as a starting point offers the participant the opportunity to expand awareness of themselves and the world around them through different movement themes, sensations, states of being and images. In addition to movement and embodied awareness, the Feldenkrais® method allows people to discover new ways of relating to their environment, develop their imagination, creativity and find new solutions.

Feldenkrais® classes are always based on a pre-selected movement theme, explored from multiple perspectives and in a holistic way. For example, the theme may be based on developmental movements, the relationship to space or human physical activities such as reaching, standing up, lying down, looking back and their variations. The theme will be explored in different dynamics, on different levels, but always putting the participant's own experience and comfort first.

The workshop is open to anyone interested in bodywork and creative movement, regardless of age or background. Feldenkrais is an ever-deepening experiential and embodied method of learning, which also aims to return to previously learned movement patterns and explore them in the light of present experience, making it suitable for those who have previously been introduced to Feldenkrais. The course is designed so that each participant can take part within his or her own individual capabilities.

Welcome to the course. To enroll to the course: https://erp.asio.fi/kurssiilmo/utukesa/?asio=YzU2Nzk7czEyNmQwMTEwYTA5OGUyNmI2MzEwYjQ2ZjAyNmMyZTE0O2Zsb21ha2U%3D

About the course:

"The teacher had a great and gentle guidance, and also created an atmosphere where everyone was confident to throw themselves into the course and the exercises."

"Safe, gentle guidance. Nothing was left unclear. An inspiring atmosphere. My own body awareness increased, gentleness towards myself was emphasised."

"The teacher has a beautiful voice, she articulates the movements clearly. She uses absolutely wonderful metaphors and words, is encouraging and attentive to each participant."

Please bring a surface to lie on to the course. Warm clothes, as we will also spend time moving slowly on the floor level, and also a blanket or towel for cushioning and warmth.