Events & Calendars Wednesday Wellness: Introduction to Feldenkrais with Fritha Pengelly

What does it mean to be ‘grounded?’ How can we improve our balance? As humans we stand on a relatively small base of support, and our center of gravity is high – making us a fairly unstable species. Moshe Feldenkrais understood this relationship and actually described ‘good posture’ as the ability to move in any direction without hesitation. In other words, our balance is dependent upon a dynamic stability, not a static one.

In this workshop we will explore how to find clear support through the skeleton in relationship to the ground for ease of movement and a sense of stability. When we find this support we lesson the pressures on our soft tissues and reduce general wear and tear and overall muscular tension.

Workshop will include exploration of one Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement lesson. No experience necessary – this workshop is open to faculty, staff and students! Yoga mat recommended.