In-Town Retreat: Fluid Movement and Dynamic Stillness

Fluid Movement and Dynamic Stillness

In-town Weekend Retreat at M’illumino

Integrating traditional movement arts with somatic learning

With Treya Marie Forlenza

Saturday and Sunday, March 20-21, 2010

Come experience the in-depth study environment of a retreat with the convenience of being in town. In this workshop we will draw from the age-old practices of yoga, meditation, and Qi Gong, as well as modern modalities in the field of somatic education. These will include Feldenkrais (Awareness Through MovementTM) and explorations in organic and fluid movement. We will discover how to release ineffective patterns of holding to move with more ease and grace. We will also investigate the relationship between posture and movement, and strength and relaxation, to allow the body/mind to “let go” on a deeper level and to access a greater resilience and vitality. This workshop is open to students with all levels of experience. You can participate

in the full workshop or choose parts of it.

Saturday morning, 10 am - 12:30 pm

Feldenkrais & Qi Gong: Releasing the Shoulders to Free the Neck

The neck and shoulders are common areas of chronic tension and habitual holding patterns. We do so much with our arms and hands that we often forget how to let our shoulders drop and our arms hang naturally. In this session we will explore differentiating between the arms, the shoulder girdle, and the spine. This facilitates relaxing the shoulders, and frees the neck to feel comfortable and suspended. This work is gentle, beneficial for all, and appropriate for those recovering from pain or injury. Open to everyone.

Saturday afternoon, 2 pm - 4:30 pm

Yoga (all levels): Warrior Poses – Finding Your Roots

Warrior poses are the ultimate postures for opening the pelvic girdle, finding core strength, and rooting through the legs. When we are grounded and stable through the lower body, we can more easily open the chest, relax the shoulders, and extend through the arms. The Warrior series is energizing and strength-building.

Sunday morning, 10 am - 12:30 pm

Yoga as Moving Meditation

In this flowing yoga session the emphasis will be on awareness and moving effectively without unnecessary effort. We will also incorporate short periods of sitting meditation, exploring both fluid movement and dynamic stillness. Open to everyone.

Cost for each session is $50.

Early registration is recommended to reserve your space.

Pre-pay by March 17 for a discount on multiple sessions:

Full workshop (all three sessions): $125

All day Saturday or both mornings (two sessions): $90

To register call 206.706.0069, email treya-themovingspace@comcast.net, or see registration form on class schedule.