Somatic Movement 4 week series
Somatic Movement - a 4 week course with Mayank.
1 - 29 October.(No session on the 15th) Thursdays at 7.00 - 8.30 pm
Mayank is offering a 4 classes over 4 weeks through October. A Somatic Movement course that will offer a solid grounding in
the foundational movements, plus an opportunity to explore in depth, movements that focus on specific body areas.
Especially areas we often find are at the root of some of our pain and discomfort.
This program is open to everyone, regardless of age, ability or experience. Somatics is gentle on the body, and works with
the nervous system and brain very powerfully to enable great changes to happen from the inside out. Our movement
originates from within, and by addressing our movement patterns at their origin, the brain and nervous system, we can shift
out of painful patterns into ease and fluidity.
The 4 week program;
1. Thursday 1st October - An introduction and thorough exploration of the 6 foundational movements patterns.
We will run through a shortened sequence of these movements at the beginning of every following class (15-20min) as a
warm-up to that days exploration, so that by the end of the course, one is well versed in this daily maintenance routine.
Every participant will also get a 20 min video download of the routine free, for future reference.
We will also work on Neck and shoulders
Working around our upper body, we will work on the connections between our thoracic and cervical spine and head mobility.
And the connection with our shoulders and neck.
2. Thursday 8th September - Back & Core
Exploring our back extensor muscles, focusing on our lower back (lumbar spine) and its connection to our mid-back
(thoracic) and pelvis. We will also learn how to release our QL (quadratus lumborum) which is often under strain (ie, constant
contraction) from to much sitting.
This class will also focus on mobilising and releasing the muscles used in rotation and twisting movements through our torso.
This can help our gait pattern (ie, smooth walking) and more relaxed posture.
And because everything is connected, we can feel this extend into our shoulders and arms, hips and legs.
(note there is a weeks break here, as Mayank is unavailable on the 15th October)
3. Thursday 22nd October - Hips, pelvis, knees to toes
Starting with our feet and moving up the leg, we will use movement to re-pattern smooth efficient co-ordination between
ankles, knees and hips. We will focus on releasing our hamstrings, TFL and psoas muscle also.
4. Thursday 29th October - The Gait pattern & Full body integration
We will round out the course by looking at how the previous classes may come together to smooth out our gait pattern. And
we will finish with a series of beautiful full body integration movements. Enjoying all the ease and fluidity we have built into
our movement over the previous weeks, and expressing it in movements that can be very powerful resets physically and
mentally when we need to change our state, refresh our mood, or wind down for rest or sleep.
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This course will only go ahead if there is a minimum of 5 people committed to the full program.
The cost will be $120 for all 4 sessions, including a video download of the 20 min Foundation routine.
Each class will be 90 mins.
If we go ahead with a core group of 5 plus, it will then be possible for people to join one or more chosen classes for $35 a
session. Write and let us know of your interest to sign up for the full course, or to be informed of the availability of joining a
specific class.
Please feel free to write to Mayank with any questions regarding the program. (info@pilates-synergy.co.nz - Subject; Somatics Course
or directly to - malmreid@gmail.com)
1 - 29 October.(No session on the 15th) Thursdays at 7.00 - 8.30 pm
Mayank is offering a 4 classes over 4 weeks through October. A Somatic Movement course that will offer a solid grounding in
the foundational movements, plus an opportunity to explore in depth, movements that focus on specific body areas.
Especially areas we often find are at the root of some of our pain and discomfort.
This program is open to everyone, regardless of age, ability or experience. Somatics is gentle on the body, and works with
the nervous system and brain very powerfully to enable great changes to happen from the inside out. Our movement
originates from within, and by addressing our movement patterns at their origin, the brain and nervous system, we can shift
out of painful patterns into ease and fluidity.
The 4 week program;
1. Thursday 1st October - An introduction and thorough exploration of the 6 foundational movements patterns.
We will run through a shortened sequence of these movements at the beginning of every following class (15-20min) as a
warm-up to that days exploration, so that by the end of the course, one is well versed in this daily maintenance routine.
Every participant will also get a 20 min video download of the routine free, for future reference.
We will also work on Neck and shoulders
Working around our upper body, we will work on the connections between our thoracic and cervical spine and head mobility.
And the connection with our shoulders and neck.
2. Thursday 8th September - Back & Core
Exploring our back extensor muscles, focusing on our lower back (lumbar spine) and its connection to our mid-back
(thoracic) and pelvis. We will also learn how to release our QL (quadratus lumborum) which is often under strain (ie, constant
contraction) from to much sitting.
This class will also focus on mobilising and releasing the muscles used in rotation and twisting movements through our torso.
This can help our gait pattern (ie, smooth walking) and more relaxed posture.
And because everything is connected, we can feel this extend into our shoulders and arms, hips and legs.
(note there is a weeks break here, as Mayank is unavailable on the 15th October)
3. Thursday 22nd October - Hips, pelvis, knees to toes
Starting with our feet and moving up the leg, we will use movement to re-pattern smooth efficient co-ordination between
ankles, knees and hips. We will focus on releasing our hamstrings, TFL and psoas muscle also.
4. Thursday 29th October - The Gait pattern & Full body integration
We will round out the course by looking at how the previous classes may come together to smooth out our gait pattern. And
we will finish with a series of beautiful full body integration movements. Enjoying all the ease and fluidity we have built into
our movement over the previous weeks, and expressing it in movements that can be very powerful resets physically and
mentally when we need to change our state, refresh our mood, or wind down for rest or sleep.
—————————————————————————————————--
This course will only go ahead if there is a minimum of 5 people committed to the full program.
The cost will be $120 for all 4 sessions, including a video download of the 20 min Foundation routine.
Each class will be 90 mins.
If we go ahead with a core group of 5 plus, it will then be possible for people to join one or more chosen classes for $35 a
session. Write and let us know of your interest to sign up for the full course, or to be informed of the availability of joining a
specific class.
Please feel free to write to Mayank with any questions regarding the program. (info@pilates-synergy.co.nz - Subject; Somatics Course
or directly to - malmreid@gmail.com)
Cost and Booking
New Mat Courses starting 28th Sept 2020 BOOK HERE
Mat Beginner Course (Level 1) starts 30th Sept
This course familiarises participants with the principles, vocabulary and fundamental exercises used in Pilates. It reveals and explains correct posture, breathing and movement control. Upon completing the beginner course participants may progress to the basic level class. A class is 50 minutes long. Gold Card owners get 20% off the course price.
Wednesday 8.00pm starting 30th Sept 2020 - 10 weeks, $180
Wednesday 8.00pm starting 30th Sept 2020 - 10 weeks, $180
Mat Basic/Intermediate Course (Level2-3)
This course is for our more advanced back clients. Most of them have been building up to this level over a few years. Only on invitation.
Monday 7.00pm starting 28th September 2020 - 10 weeks, $180
Monday 7.00pm starting 28th September 2020 - 10 weeks, $180
Our policies:
Classes
All classes must be used within the expiry date.
Pilates Synergy has a no refund policy.
A minimum of 24 hrs notice must be given if you are unable to attend your private or studio class.
All studio and private classes are by appointment and must be booked in advance on our website, per e-mail or phone.
Punctuality is appreciated.
Courses
Our courses are fixed terms depending on the length of the school term. There are no refunds for missed classes. If you miss a class you can do a catch up class subject to space in another same level course. Course fees are non-refundable and non-transferable upon commencement of the course.
Classes
All classes must be used within the expiry date.
Pilates Synergy has a no refund policy.
A minimum of 24 hrs notice must be given if you are unable to attend your private or studio class.
All studio and private classes are by appointment and must be booked in advance on our website, per e-mail or phone.
Punctuality is appreciated.
Courses
Our courses are fixed terms depending on the length of the school term. There are no refunds for missed classes. If you miss a class you can do a catch up class subject to space in another same level course. Course fees are non-refundable and non-transferable upon commencement of the course.
Contact Us for more Information on Courses and Individual Classes
Your Contact: info@pilates-synergy.co.nz
