AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT GROUP CLASSES

Awareness Through Movement (ATM) is a ~6o minute class done in a group setting, offered In-Person or on Zoom. Each lesson highlights novel movement patterns and specific kinesthetic relationships to uncover/recall more possibilities in the way you organize yourself to better serve you in doing the things you want to do. Zoom classes are co-taught with Feldenkrais practitioner, Krista Langberg.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT A FELDENKRAIS CLASS

ATM class most often takes place lying down, but occasionally in sitting or standing. I provide verbal proposals and guide learners as they move, but there is no demonstration. There is a strong emphasis on moving slowly, easily, and staying within the range of personal comfort so that you can refine your sense of what you are doing and how you are doing it. ATM is perhaps different from other movement classes in that its goals are not about stretching, strengthening, relaxing, meditating, or imitating. Instead lessons are designed to engage your curiosity in yourself and to refine your innate powers of awareness.

SUMMER SESSION 2025

IN-PERSON

In-Person Classes at East Lake Aikido

Will Resume in September

ON ZOOM

THURSDAYS

On Zoom

7:00-8:15pm (CST) >> Co-Taught with Krista Langberg

July 10, 17, 24, 31

Zoom SERIES

FOUR WEEK SERIES, JULY 10 - 31

Thursdays 7-8:15pm CT

BREATHING THROUGHOUT

Our breathing is paramount and fundamental. It is there at our birth and present in every experience of our lives. As we sleep, when we love, when we’re afraid, when we move, our breath is adapting. Because we breathe whether we are aware of it or not, as Feldenkrais said, “our breathing [is a reflection of] every emotional and physical effort and disturbance.” The more we know our breath, the more we can know ourselves, and the more we know ourselves the better we can experience the world as it comes and live the lives of our choosing.

Thursday nights in July on zoom, join us as we learn more about breathing ourselves through a series of Feldenkrais Awareness-Through-Movement lessons. We’ll uncover our patterns of breath, explore our capacious potential, and find new insights into this life constant life-giving process innate to all of us.

Zoom classes are co-taught with Feldenkrais practitioner Krista Langberg

ZOOM SERIES PRICING

$60-$100

(income-based sliding scale)

includes:

-Four distinct ATM lessons + post-lesson discussion

-Access to lesson audio recordings

-Flexibility: come in person or do the recordings at a time convenient for you

Forms of payment accepted: cash, check, venmo, and paypal (kristalangberg@gmail.com)

If cost is a barrier, let's discuss!

FAQ

WHERE DO IN-PERSON CLASSES HAPPEN?

Classes and workshops are located at East Lake Aikido at 3359 36th Ave S located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, just across the street from Longfellow Park on the northwest corner.

HOW DO I GET THERE?

BY CAR: East Lake Aikido is located four blocks south of East Lake St and six blocks east of Minnehaha Av.

BY BUS: The nearest Metro Transit stop is right in front of the studio at E 34th St and 36th Ave S on the 9 line.

WHERE CAN I PARK?

There is plenty of free on-street parking near the studio.

IS EAST LAKE AIKIDO ACCESSIBLE?

East Lake Aikido is generally accessible though there is a slight one-inch rise to get from the floor onto the studio matts. Let me know if you have specific accessibility needs or requests.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

You can feel free to wear anything that is comfortable. Generally clothing that is not too loose or too tight is helpful. The temperature at the studio can be variable depending on the season and it can be helpful to wear or bring layers for your comfort. There is a bathroom for you to change clothes before and/or after class if you'd like.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING? DO I NEED A MAT?

The flooring at East Lake Aikido is made of firm but forgiving tatami mat which is a great surface for Feldenkrais. Most often people practice on a quilted moving blanket which are provided for you. Any other bolsters or props required for the lesson will also be provided for you. You are always welcome to bring your own mats, props, etc if you prefer.