SOMATIC WORKSHOP CONTENT
WHAT IS SOMATICS
"Soma" means body. Somatics is a technique of slow and easy body muscle movements that 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
The November Somatic Workshop at Goodman Community Center was a huge success. We will be scheduling at least two more workshops in early 2023. Watch for the dates to be posted.
DATE: TBA
TIME: 1 - 3 P.M.
LOCATION: Fitchburg Senior Center
5510 Lacy Road, Fitchburg
DATE: TBA
TIME: 1-3 P.M.
LOCATION: Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin St., Madison
PROGRAM CONTENT - 1st Hour
- Understand the science of chronic pain
- Learn the concepts of Somatics
- Time for questions
PROGRAM CONTENT - 2nd Hour
- After a short break, assess your body for habitual patterns that might be causing pain
- Practice some easy Somatic Flows that can relieve back, shoulder, and neck pain, as well as pain in other areas of your body
NOTE: This hour is an in-person hands-on time to practice flows that will help each individual's specific needs.
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 or use the registration link below to state your interest in a special session. Providing your availability would be helpful.
COST
TBA
RESENTED BY
Easy Yoga Plus!" instructors, Ellen Millar, RYT and Linda King, RYT, LPC. Ellen has completed Level I Gentle Somatic Yoga training. Both completed the Duke Integrative Medicine Yoga for Seniors Master Class. Both are constantly learning new ways to "age gracefully". They say "Workshops, "Easy Yoga Plus!" classes, working one-on-one to provide specific help to students, and offering workshops are the avenues of connecting with other older adults to share our experiences and our journey on the path of aging."
TO REGISTER
Click on the link below to go to the Contact page and send a message stating you desire to register for the workshop, including your name and contact information. OR call Ellen at 608-444-4058 and leave a message. You may also call Older Adult Program Director, Gayle Laszewski, at 608-516-3733.