Immersive movement workshops, in-person and online. Online coaching — functional training

Movement is life. Improve the quality of movement and you improve the quality of life itself ~ M. Feldenkrais

Saturday 19/10 in Leuven I will be facilitating an immersive workshop where we will explore the power of our breathing and create more ease and comfort within our bodies.

This workshop is for you if:

you are curious to learn more about the physiology of respiration and discover how optimal breathing can transform your posture and your emotional state
you feel a lot of build up tension in your body, that stays there even after stretching and mobility work
you feel tired and restless
you experience recurring lower back pain, stuck neck, shoulder tension
you are looking for new ways to work with your body and are ready to dive deep and get curious about movement
you are not looking for a “magic pill” or “one perfect exercise” that will solve all of your problems
you want to discover effective tools you can practice at home
you want to share a safe space with like minded women, where you are free to experiment with movement and get warm support from fellow movers

Immersive movement workshops, in-person and online. Online coaching — functional training — postural training

What you get

basic knowledge of physiology of respiration, where we will test together to see how your breathing pattern works and what can be improved
somatic movement practice where I will guide you to explore your breathing and how it affects your posture and your emotions
effective tools and specific exercises to increase the mobility of the ribcage & chest and help you release tension around diaphragm
expansion of your current capacity to feel grounded and belonging within your body
experience of being in a group of like minded women and feeling safe and seen

After this workshop you will

feel lightness and ease
go home with a set of tools to continue improving your breathing pattern and further cultivating the knowledge and understanding of how your body works and what it is saying to you

Practical information

When: Saturday 19/10 at 15.00, 90 min
Where: DC Pole Studio Leuven (Sint-Antoniusberg 6, 3000 Leuven)
Investment from you: 30 euro*

*At the door on the day of the event you pay 35 euro, if you pay via the platform up-front the price is 30 euro.

Who are the classes suitable for?

You find it difficult to feel your body, like the body is “not your own”
You are curious for new ways to move, wanting to move away from the traditional “just do it” approach and you are ready to move in the way that feels good
You have aches that prevent you from performing daily tasks like climbing stairs, doing chores or going after your dream hobbies: hiking, skiing, walking, surfing.
You suffer from recurring headaches, back and neck pain, incontinence when sneezing or laughing, hallux valgus (bunions on the big toes), knee pain, chronic fatigue
You are an active non-professional athlete and you feel that there is a missing link in your training causing recurring injuries, overall tension in the body
You are not looking for a magic pill to solve all of your issues, you are looking for a long-term solution
Whatever is your age or gender — you are welcome to join, as long you are open to learn and curious enough to try!
You have 1 hour / week that you are committed to dedicate to yourself

Always consult your physician first, before starting your workout journey with me.

Contraindications

Please take a few moments to read this. Beware that while movement is medicine and it has amazing effects on our body and on our mind, it is your responsibility to assess if you require medical assistance. I am not a doctor, nor a physiotherapist, so if you experience any discomfort and pain before starting to work with me, always consult your doctor first and inform me of your current condition. THis is the foundation of trust and mutual respect to start working together.