How is the Feldenkrais Method® Taught?
The Feldenkrais Method® is taught in two ways: Functional Integration® (FI) and Awareness Through Movement® (ATM).
FI lessons are performed one-to-one with the client lying on a low padded table or bed. With precise handling or instructions, the practitioner helps the client to feel new ways of organising their movement.
ATM lessons are usually taught in groups. In ATM, the Feldenkrais® practitioner verbally guides clients through a sequence of gentle movements. Attention is drawn to the process of each movement so clients can learn to observe and feel how they do the movement, what parts could be more involved and how they may be hindering the movement.
FI lessons are performed one-to-one with the client lying on a low padded table or bed. With precise handling or instructions, the practitioner helps the client to feel new ways of organising their movement.
ATM lessons are usually taught in groups. In ATM, the Feldenkrais® practitioner verbally guides clients through a sequence of gentle movements. Attention is drawn to the process of each movement so clients can learn to observe and feel how they do the movement, what parts could be more involved and how they may be hindering the movement.
Special features of the Method
- The movements are pleasurable; pain and strain are counterproductive to learning.
- The focus is on learning, not exercises, so new movements become part of your repertoire.
- The focus is also on learning to learn. This means you can apply your learning in your own time.
- The method improves everyday functioning; it does more than make you feel good.
- It is responsive to individual needs
Neuroscience, Learning and the FELDENKRAIS METHOD® An interview with leading pioneer in Neuroplasticity research Dr. Michael Merzenich, (Professor Emeritus at the University of San Francisco, and co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Posit Science)
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Image: Awareness Through Movement Lesson