FREE WEBINAR: Feldenkrais introduction 1

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Realizing movement potential

We realize that function preceded structure
thinking preceded mind,
the verb preceded the noun,
doing was experienced before the thing done.
– Mabel Todd –

Judo master, engineer, and somatic pioneer, Moshe Feldenkrais developed a methodology for recovering, improving, and optimizing coordination and skill. This profoundly effective approach is based on two premises:

The human frame is built to move with ease, agility, and strength.
The neuroplasticity of the motor cortex affords life-long learning.

This introductory webinar reveals how Feldenkrais developed his systemic approach to understanding optimal biomechanics and analyzing the unconscious habits that interfere with it. We will delineate how the method utilizes innate learning mechanisms to remove restrictions, decrease pain, and improve function. You will have the opportunity to experience an experiential movement lesson that puts these ideas into action.

Larry Goldfarb, CFT, MSME, Ph.D.

Feldenkrais teacher and trainer, movement scientist, and multimedia author, Larry Goldfarb, CFT, RSME, Ph.D., has been practicing Moshe’s method for 43 years, teaching it for 38, and training others for 28. Dr. Goldfarb has directed teacher training programs on three continents and taught in universities, hospitals, dance companies, music conservatories, orchestras, etc. in 15 countries. Engaging and intellectually rigorous, Larry is simultaneously a fun, straightforward, and collegial teacher who enjoys nothing more than building confidence and fostering competence. Realizing his commitment to demystifying the method and empowering others, Larry has been mapping the domain of realizing human abilities and sharing these models via postgraduate programs online and in person.
Larry maintains a practice in Santa Cruz, California, where he also teaches group classes and provides professional supervision.

Feldenkrais teacher and trainer, movement scientist, and multimedia author Larry Goldfarb, CFT, RSME, Ph.D., has been practicing Moshe’s method for 43 years, teaching it for 38, and training others for 28. Over the years, he has directed Feldenkrais teacher trainings and postgraduate programs on three continents and taught in universities, hospitals, dance companies, music conservatories, orchestras, and other organizations in 15 countries.

Dr. Goldfarb holds a Masters degree in Cybernetic Systems (San Jose State University, 1990), which he completed under the tutelage of Heinz von Forester, and doctorate in Kinesiology/Movement Science from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign). He studied neurolinguistic programming with Richard Bandler and John Grinder, completing the final trainers’ training they conducted together. He brings a rich background in group facilitation, movement analysis, contact improvisation and dance, and other related fields to his work.

Engaging and intellectually rigorous, Larry is simultaneously a fun, straightforward, and collegial teacher who enjoys nothing more than building confidence and fostering competence. He is known for developing the SPIFFER model and other frameworks for understanding and practicing the method. He is committed to demystifying the method and empowering others in every course he gives.

Larry worked in physical therapy and rehabilitation clinics in the greater San Francisco Bay area for many years. He currently maintains a practice in Santa Cruz, California, where he teaches group classes and provides professional supervision.