Press Release-Coordination - the hidden Factor in falling

25/10/2019

Coordination - the hidden factor in falling

One of the missing components in health and fitness is coordination. We know about the strength component, the aerobic component, and flexibility, but what is missing is coordination. “Coordination is a hidden skill and at the same time, so obvious,” states Anastasi Siotas of New York.

Where many systems promote a kind of “magic pill” approach to wellness, the Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education is a kind of anti-pill, explains Siotas, a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner. “In order to improve, you have to engage, to work with your whole self. There is no limit to improvement. You can continue into old age. “ He adds, “The Feldenkrais Method is a productive habit that counteracts the many counter-productive things that happen to all of us.”

Lack of effective coordination, results in our operating at less than our full abilities”’ says Rob Black, a Calgary Guild Certified Feldenkrais practitioner. “Coordination is an essential component of development”.

Siotas explains, “The Feldenkrais Method is an approach that addresses coordination by unpacking the details of how we organize ourselves to do any movement; how our brain understands movement. As children, we learned to walk by falling over, trying again, and learning from our errors. Balance is not a ‘thing’. It is a process of constantly finding centre and organizing yourself to be balanced around that centre. Balance requires active coordination. For adults, Feldenkrais lessons address coordination in an enjoyable, playful, safe, environment.”

In Siotas' two-day workshop in Calgary starting Nov 9, “Coordinating Balance”, participants will learn how to refine and improve their coordination, particularly in relation to balance. “It’s something you will feel,” he says, “and learn to cultivate in yourself.” For more information see the video on youtube (https://youtu.be/1S9QJ0Imjcg). To register, use this link: http://bit.ly/CalgaryNov.

Siotas invites people to be curious, even skeptical. He is offering a free introductory presentation on Friday, Nov 8. “Once you’ve had the experience, it all makes sense.” He will talk and respond to questions. He will provide practical ways that demonstrate the efficacy of thinking and moving in this way.”(To register for the free presentation, use this link: http://bit.ly/CalgaryNovSeminar).

Is there a Feldenkrais training in Canada? Yes! A team of four Canadian Feldenkrais practitioners researched locations across Canada and chose Kelowna in which to hold the training. “It’s the right location, the right climate and there are direct flights from and to many cities in North America,” says Alice Friedman of Saltspring Island, BC, one of the organizers. The group also searched for the best teachers in North America, and even world-wide.

“The training will be superb,” says Rob Black, one of the four organizers. “We have top teachers, an innovative curriculum and great support for the learners.” He adds, “A Feldenkrais training is one of the most profound educational experiences, both personal and professional, you will have in your life. After each segment you will not only feel more alive, more spontaneous, and even more intelligent, you will also feel that each segment was the best yet!” For more information about the training, please come to: https://kelownafeldenkraistraining.ca/index.html)

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