SOMATIC WORKSHOPS
WHAT IS SOMATICS
"Soma" means body and somatic yoga (somatic flows) uses a technique that focuses on the body sensations as you move slowly to release tension held in the body.
The program was developed by Thomas Hanna who said:
"The bodily decrepitude presumed under the myth of
aging is not inevitable. It is, by and large, avoidable
and reversible. I am convinced that everyone can avoid
the loss of bodily function which is the curse of
growing older.” ~ Thomas Hanna
DATE - TIME - LOCATION - COST
Somatic Workshops at Goodman Community Center and Fitchburg Senior Center were a huge success. We have scheduled additional workshops. See details below.
DATE: March 16, 2023
TIME: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin St., Madison
COST: $15
TO REGISTER: Contact Madison Senior Center
DATE: April 20, 2023
TIME: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
LOCATION: Fitchburg Senior Center
5510 Lacy Road, Fitchburg
COST: $15
TO REGISTER: Contact Fitchburg Senior Center
PROGRAM CONTENT
1st Hour
- Understand the science of chronic pain
- Learn the concepts of somatics yoga
- Time for questions
- Short break
2nd Hour
- Assess your body for habitual patterns that might be causing pain
- Practice some easy Somatic Flows that can relieve back, shoulder, and neck pain
PRESENTED BY
Easy Yoga Plus!" instructors, Ellen Millar and Linda King. Both teachers are constantly learning new ways to "age gracefully". They love offering workshops and sharing ideas. Workshops are educational and good venues to connect with other older adults.
INTERESTED BUT UNABLE TO ATTEND
A special small group or a one-on-one session may be scheduled for those interested. If interested in this option, please send an email request to thewonderofyoga@gmail.com.