Somatics Classes and Workshops

Here are the ways to learn in live classes and workshops I host in my Portland OR studio, online, and when traveling the world spreading the word about Somatics and healthy movement.

​You can drop in to group classes or purchase a punchcard.
Punchcards apply to both the Somatics and Take It Outside Fitness classes.
If you opt for a punchcard, make that purchase prior to registering. 

Somatics Classes

Enjoy Somatics classes in my Portland OR studio and/or online. Classes vary from week to week. Some classes are done seated, standing or lying on the floor.  No matter what we focus on you will reap wonderful, sensational awareness and relieve yourself of tension that does not serve you well. 
Studio class  |  Tuesdays  |   8:30-9:30am
Online class*  |  Wednesdays  |   1:00-2:00pm (pacific time)
Studio class  |  Fridays  |   8:30-9:30am

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​Take It Outside Fitness classes

Take It Outside Fitness classes take your somatic awareness "up into gravity" for real-life movement patterns to re-enforce what you gain in the somatics classes. Even if you opt for just the outdoor classes, you will benefit. These classes take the body into multiple planes of movement, unlike typical gym workouts, so you learn to move well so you can live well.
Outdoor class  |  Mondays  |   8:30-9:30am
Outdoor class  |  Wednesdays  |   8:30-9:30am

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Workshops

I teach workshops in Portland and around the world. I also invite Somatic Educators from around the world to share their expertise with you in Portland. 

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Let's co-host a Somatics Workshop

Don't have a Somatics Educator in your area? Contact me about potentially co-hosting a workshop in your town.

Contact Kristin about co-hosting a workshop

Purchase a Punchcard for
​Somatics and Take It Outside Fitness classes

Drop in      |  $20
3 class punch card   |  $55
6 class punch card   |  $100
9 class punch card   |  $140
12 class punch card  |  $175
Punchcards are good for any of the Somatics and Take It Outside Fitness classes.
​Cards expire 3 months from date of purchase.

PICK YOUR CLASS PUNCHCARD

If you already have a punchcard, use the teal button at the top of the page to sign up for classes. 

I've been doing the Somatics moves you taught me, and I do notice that my lower back pain is much better. ​I never did reschedule with that chiropractor since this works so well.
​This will save me so much time and money!  
~JR, 51, Portland, Oregon

Workshops

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Somatic Solutions: Improving Uneven Posture,
​Scoliosis, and Chronic Pain  

Do you have scoliosis?
If you look in the mirror, is one shoulder higher than the other?
Do your shoes wear out unevenly?
Do you experience pain that requires ongoing bodywork? 

If so, please join us for this workshop. Laura Gates, CHSE, will address uneven posture, scoliosis and offer effective, non-invasive techniques for changing, improving, and preventing it. We will celebrate our curves, improve our relationship to our bodies, and explore the natural ability of the brain and nervous system to change itself, towards more mobility, improved posture, sensation, control, and less pain. You will go home with an illustrated manual, and videos to support your learning process.

WHEN: April 12-13 (+ April 14 for practitioners)
WHERE: Portland OR, Tabor Space, 5441 SE Belmont
WHO: Perfect for anyone with uneven posture,
as well as somatic educators who work with scoliotic clients.
MORE DETAILS: please visit LauraGates.com

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RESERVE YOUR PLACE FOR PORTLAND SCOLIOSIS WORKSHOP WITH LAURA GATES

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​Fundamentals of Somatics Workshop in Bellingham, WA

I will be leading a 2-day workshop covering the Fundamentals of Somatics.
Saturday and Sunday June 22-23 2019.
For more details and registration please visit the Essential Somatics website.

RESERVE YOUR PLACE FOR BELLINGHAM SOMATICS WORKSHOP

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* ​How Online Classes work

 To "attend" online classes you will need
* a wifi connection
* a laptop computer, tablet, iPad, smart phone device (desktop computers don't work because they are on a desk and you are on the floor)
* open space to lie down on the floor (unless we are doing a seated/standing class)
* so I can see you better, a well lit area works best
* space to walk around a bit as well

​IMPORTANT!
​Once registered, you will receive emailed confirmation. The email will contain a link to the online "classroom". We use Zoom, which is like Skype, but better IMO.
Please get online prior to class and set up your space so you are visible to the camera of your device. If I can't see you, I can't help you with your practice as well. Below is an example of what I'm talking about.

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Since I've started Somatics my body feels "looser" and more relaxed, especially when I'm moving. ... my aches and pains that I thought were  part of aging are gone. I'm much more aware of my alignment as I walk .... I feel way more in tune with my body.
I'm not a natural athlete and usually prefer to curl up with a book instead of moving around. Just knowing that something is good for me isn't enough to motivate me. But boy am I motivated by anything that makes me feel this good. And doing Somatics makes me feel so good it makes it easier to actually do the "exercises".
~Sheri, artist, 60, Seattle

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