Fri, 18 May 2012 12:15:43 -0800WeeblyWed, 06 Jun 2012 19:29:12 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2012/06/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit5.html"Posture 101"
Is your posture fixed or fluid?
Exhausting or energizing? Difficult or easy?
Wondering how to improve your postural awareness?
 
In this workshop we will look at the architectural foundations of the human body and the holistic approach of the Alexander Technique to movement.

Come and enjoy increased physical self-awareness, body coordination and balance.

When:      Saturday, May 26, 2012
Time:        10:00am - 11:30am
Location:  SF Voice & Alexander Technique Center
                 @ the Flood Building, 870 Market Street
                 at Powell St.
Fee:           $20

RSVP to reserve your space:
flora.alexanderstudio@gmail.com
415-879-0038

Check out a video about the technique:
http://www.viddler.com/explore/atbmj/videos/1/


 

]]>Fri, 01 Jun 2012 19:35:59 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2012/06/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit6.htmlPoise Matters:  Taking care of ourselves in an overscheduled world.
**a workshop for parents**
Having Children can be very stressful and seemingly endless work at times, and many parents suffer from back pain and excess tension on a daily basis with little or no time to recharge in between.

Since poor posture and inefficient movement habits are "learned", you can learn to replace them with skillful movement patterns to avoid aches, pains and strains due to improper sitting, reaching, typing, bending down, lifting, cleaning etc.
 
This workshop is   designed to help you take an active role in managing your reactions to stress by teaching you how to use the body with less effort and more ease.

When:      Saturday, June 30th
Time:        1:30pm- 3pm
Location:  SF Voice & Alexander Technique Center
                 @ the Flood Building, 870 Market Street
                 at Powell St.
Fee:           $25
]]>Tue, 01 May 2012 19:23:49 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2012/05/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit4.htmlPoise Matters:  Taking care of ourselves in an overscheduled world.
 **a workshop for parents*
Having Children can be very stressful and seemingly endless work at times, and many parents suffer from back pain and excess tension on a daily basis with little or no time to recharge in between.

Since poor posture and inefficient movement habits are "learned", you can learn to replace them with skillful movement patterns to avoid aches, pains and strains due to improper sitting, reaching, typing, bending down, lifting, cleaning etc.
 
This workshop is   designed to help you take an active role in managing your reactions to stress by teaching you how to use the body with less effort and more ease.

When:      Saturday, May 5th
Time:        10:00am - 11:30am
Location:  SF Voice & Alexander Technique Center
                 @ the Flood Building, 870 Market Street
                 at Powell St.
Fee:           $25
]]>Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:22:32 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2012/04/no-title.html"Posture 101"
Is your posture fixed or fluid?
Exhausting or energizing? Difficult or easy?
Wondering how to improve your postural awareness?
 
In this workshop we will look at the architectural foundations of the human body and the holistic approach of the Alexander Technique to movement.

Come and enjoy increased physical self-awareness, body coordination and balance.

When:      Saturday, April 21, 2012 
Time:        1:30pm - 3pm
Location:  SF Voice & Alexander Technique Center
                 @ the Flood Building, 870 Market Street
                 at Powell St.
Fee:           $20

RSVP to reserve your space:
flora.alexanderstudio@gmail.com
415-879-0038

Check out a video about the technique:
http://www.viddler.com/explore/atbmj/videos/1/


 

]]>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:59:39 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2012/03/alexander-technique-best-in.htmlThe British Medical Association recently published the results of a study where 600 patients worked with 20 Alexander Technique Teachers in southern England.

In this study, subjects with chronic and recurrent back pain were randomized to receive massage, six Alexander Technique lessons, 24 Alexander Technique lessons, or no intervention. In addition, half of the subjects were encouraged to walk regularly. A year later, the group with no intervention had 21 days of pain per month. The group with massage had 14 days of pain per month. The group with six Alexander Technique lessons reported 11 days of pain per month, and the group with 24 Alexander Technique lessons reported three days of pain per month. There were no adverse effects.

Check out a video about the technique:
http://www.viddler.com/explore/atbmj/videos/1/

Listen to an interview with the lead author of the study:
http://bodylearning.buzzsprout.com


]]>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:48:16 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2012/02/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit3.html6-week group class in the
Alexander Technique for Teens
Come and learn how to connect with the lightness and ease of movement every young person is gifted with!

Why the Alexander Technique?
At a time when our bodies are growing and changing as rapidly as during the teenage years, it can be helpful to learn positive ways of relating to our physicality. Slumping and slouching, which can lead to physical discomfort, are very common among young people.
The idea of "sitting up straight" often causes more harm then good.
 
The Alexander Technique is a proven method that teaches you to become aware of and transform unnecessary tension as it arises, and provides highly effective tools to respond in new and productive ways to the stresses of (school) life.

Gain self-awareness through observation in a friendly and non-competitive group setting.
During this workshop you will have the chance to share questions and experiences with your peers in an easy and light-hearted way.
 
Learn and understand
1. The intelligent "architecture" of your body
2.  How to use your senses to better move through space
3.  How to feel better in your growing body no matter
 what activity you do
4.  How to increase performance in sports, dance, acting, music, etc

Times
Session 2:
Sundays, 1:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m
March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 8, 2012
Cost: $225 per session

Classes are open to ages 13 to 17
and limited to 8 students.

Location: SF Voice & Alexander Technique Center
Downtown San Francisco at the Flood Building near Union Square. Reserve your space today: flora.alexanderstudio@gmail.com
415-879-0038

Please contact me if you have any questions!
Check out a video about the technique:
http://www.viddler.com/explore/atbmj/videos/1/


 

]]>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:18:33 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2012/01/posture-101.html"Posture 101"
Is your posture fixed or fluid?
Exhausting or energizing? Difficult or easy?
Wondering how to improve your postural awareness?
 
In this workshop we will look at the architectural foundations of the human body and the holistic approach of the Alexander Technique to movement.

Come and enjoy increased physical self-awareness, body coordination and balance.

When:      Saturday, February 18th
Time:        1pm - 2:30pm
Location:  SF Voice & Alexander Technique Center
                 @ the Flood Building, 870 Market Street
                 at Powell St.
Fee:           $20

RSVP to reserve your space:
flora.alexanderstudio@gmail.com
415-879-0038

Check out a video about the technique:
http://www.viddler.com/explore/atbmj/videos/1/



]]>Sun, 04 Dec 2011 22:20:20 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2011/12/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit1.htmlSan Francisco Chi Kung
Essential Movements: Series 1
with Flora D.H. Ojanen and Geoff Kuffner
www.thesustainablebody.com

Hands on training of the Fundamentals with two experts of human movement education

"Strengthen your Foundation, Build your Awareness"
**6 Sessions** plus a free private Lesson

For people new to Chi Kung and experienced
Chi Kung, Martial Arts & Yoga practitioners
who still experience discomfort in their backs,
necks, joints, etc.

This class aims to provide what is lacking in many 
Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Yoga and Dance classes we have experienced over many years: clear, personalized hands-on guidance of your movements, individual feedback and a focus on essential foundations of your physical structure. That way advanced energy work can be done safely and with maximum internal understanding.

Dates/Times: Sundays, 12:30pm - 2pm
Jan. ,22,29 and Febr. 5,12,19,26, 2012
Fee: $150 (**private lesson included, value $80)

sign up at sanfranciscochikung@gmail.com
tel: 510-229-7137
      415-879-0038
**class size is very limited to ensure
individualized support**
RESERVE YOUR PLACE

Note: If you are interested but the dates/times are not right for you, email us to be on our mailing list.
]]>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 22:45:49 -0800http://www.walkinbalance.net/3/post/2011/01/post-title-click-and-type-to-edit.html"Exploring the Alexander Technique: 
Cultivating Body Intelligence and Sensitivity in Your Yoga Practice and Beyond"

When:  Sunday, March 20th,  2011
             1:15 - 3:45pm
Where: The Mindful Body
             2876 California St.
             San Francisco, CA 
             (415) 931-2639
             view Map
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Cultivating Body Intelligence and Sensitivity in Your Yoga Practice and Beyond"

When:  Saturday, November 13, 2010
             2:15 - 4:30pm
Where: The Yoga Loft
             321 Divisadero St.
             San Francisco, CA
             (415) 626 -LOFT  
             view Map
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