Class Schedule, Packages and Descriptions
Live classes meet in the Think Somatics Studio, located inside Folkmoot Center 112 Virginia Ave, Waynesville, NC
If you prefer a discounted class package, purchase it first, then book your classes.
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SOMATICS CLASSES
Tuesdays • 11:30-12:30pm *
Wednesdays • 3:30-4:30pm *
Thursdays • 10:30-11:30am
PROACTIVE POSTURAL RESTRUCTURING
Mondays • 11:30am *
* these classes are hybrid=meet in the studio and online. PLEASE sign up accordingly with the schedule below.
If you prefer a discounted class package, purchase it first, then book your classes.
Scroll down page for more details about classes.
SOMATICS CLASSES
Tuesdays • 11:30-12:30pm *
Wednesdays • 3:30-4:30pm *
Thursdays • 10:30-11:30am
PROACTIVE POSTURAL RESTRUCTURING
Mondays • 11:30am *
* these classes are hybrid=meet in the studio and online. PLEASE sign up accordingly with the schedule below.
Somatics
What is Somatics?
Somatic Movement Education (developed by Thomas Hanna PhD) is an effective method to reverse pain because it gets the root of all movement; your brain!
Every movement pattern you perform — from standing up and writing your name, to playing golf or the guitar — once learned, become engrained in your body. They become part of your habitual, "autopilot" patterns. Other patterns can also become engrained. Things like repetitive motions, stress responses, injuries, surgeries, all of which can lead to chronically contracted, stiff muscles called Sensory Motor Amnesia(SMA). That’s when your brain no longer has true control of how you move and sense your body.
Somatic Movement incorporates simple, safe movement technique called pandiculating.
Pandiculations retrain your whole body to function more freely and pain-free.
Beyond the pain relief, Somatics can improve sleep, decrease stress and improve mobility.
So you can get back to living the life you love!Somatic movement classes provide a gentle, safe way to release muscle tension and pain plus lower stress and anxiety.
Most classes are done lying on the floor, but many moves can be done while seated in a chair.
Every movement pattern you perform — from standing up and writing your name, to playing golf or the guitar — once learned, become engrained in your body. They become part of your habitual, "autopilot" patterns. Other patterns can also become engrained. Things like repetitive motions, stress responses, injuries, surgeries, all of which can lead to chronically contracted, stiff muscles called Sensory Motor Amnesia(SMA). That’s when your brain no longer has true control of how you move and sense your body.
Somatic Movement incorporates simple, safe movement technique called pandiculating.
Pandiculations retrain your whole body to function more freely and pain-free.
Beyond the pain relief, Somatics can improve sleep, decrease stress and improve mobility.
So you can get back to living the life you love!Somatic movement classes provide a gentle, safe way to release muscle tension and pain plus lower stress and anxiety.
Most classes are done lying on the floor, but many moves can be done while seated in a chair.
Who’s it For?
Whether pain holds you back from enjoying your life, you're an athlete wanting to up your game, or somewhere in between, everyone can learn more about their bodies and make them function with more ease and power.
What should I expect?
Some say it’s like getting a massage from the nervous system outward. Classes generally are done on the floor, and can be done in a chair.
Proactive Postural Restructuring
What is Proactive Postural Restructuring?
Proactive Postural Restructuring is somatic (brain-body) series of exercises primarily focused on the feet, legs and pelvis to create better anatomical alignment of your bones and joints through out your entire body. Because how your legs align and function is connected to how your pelvis, spine and neck function. An excellent complimentary movement class to Somatics!
Learn more about PPR.
Learn more about PPR.
Who’s this Class for?
If you want more power in your gait, improved posture and get rid of pain, this class is for you! The moves look simple, but get ready to be challenged and empowered in a whole new way.
what should I expect?
PPR classes are taught on the floor. If getting down and up off the floor is challenging, please book a private session so Kristin can guide you while you are on a massage table.
FREE Crafty Hour at Kristin’s studio
WHERE: Think Somatics Studio | Room A-10 inside Folkmoot Center, 112 Virginia Ave, Waynesville, NC 28786
WHEN: Every other Thursday | 12:30-2:00pm
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED | Reserve Your Seat!
WHEN: Every other Thursday | 12:30-2:00pm
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED | Reserve Your Seat!
What is Kristin’s Crafty Hour?
- Here’s your opportunity to hang out, make new friends and work on your latest crafty project.
- Don’t have a project? Come check out what others are making and get inspired!
- We usually hang out for 1.5 hours.
What to bring
- Bring your portable project and any tools you need with you.
- Please do not bring hazardous projects (open flame, toxic, messy, etc)
- Feel free to bring snacks to share, but not required