A feeling of lightness
As Moshé Feldenkrais systematically deepened his discoveries, he found concrete applications and developed two ways of teaching organic learning: “Awareness Through Movement” (ATM) and “Functional Integration” (FI).
Even after just a short time of proper use, these often lead to improved “sensory-motor functions.” This means changes in perception and movement patterns that are often surprising and enjoyable for clients. Often, a feeling of lightness sets in. (An initial worsening cannot always be ruled out.)
Discover the two applications of the Feldenkrais Method
Who is the Feldenkrais Method suitable for?
The Feldenkrais Method is suitable for everyone from babies to the elderly who want to learn new behaviors to incorporate into their everyday lives.
Below are some areas where the Feldenkrais Method can be applied. Complaints can be acute or chronic. In the case of illness or pain, a medical examination should be carried out beforehand—the Feldenkrais Method is not a medical or therapeutic concept, but rather a learning method that originates from the body.
Learning – redirecting
- Pain in the musculoskeletal system (back, neck, knees, hips, feet, etc.)
- Whiplash
- Elimination of compensatory postures
- General tension (including jaw joint)
- Trauma (development of a new body image)
Learning again and anew
- after accidents (including those involving changes to the body’s physiology)
- after surgical procedures (tissue is often damaged—e.g., in the case of broken bones, hip replacements, or after dental correction—and new movement patterns must be learned)
- certain neurological disorders (e.g., after strokes, movement disorders—reorganization of movement patterns)
Learning – enlarging potential
- The broad field of all sporting activities (both recreational and competitive sports)
- The field of instrumental music, singing, dance, art, and acting
- Personal development, (stress) management
“The clear goal of the lesson is to discover movement patterns that are effective and satisfying.
To do this, we must learn to move in accordance with the biomechanical principles of our bodies.”
“Systematically correcting one’s self-image is more beneficial than correcting individual actions.”
~ Moshé Feldenkrais (translated)