ATM Class Descriptions
Healthier Hip Joints
Our hip joints allow us to sit, walk, run, practice yoga and dance. Without properly functioning hip joints all of these activities are more difficult and even uncomfortable. In this workshop we will explore how to use the full articulation in your hips in ways that are healthy and appropriate. Learn movement sequences designed to allow you to access their full range of motion, learn to differentiate and integrate the hip joints and lower back, and how to release tension in the deep hips.
Relaxing the Jaw
If you suffer from jaw tension or dysfunction you may experience headaches, eyestrain, neck and shoulder discomfort or find yourself grinding your teeth. This workshop will offer simple, highly effective movement sequences that will address important aspects of jaw and mouth functioning. By improving the functioning of your jaw and mouth you will release tension, organize more efficiently and lessen your discomfort.
Reducing Neck and Shoulder Tension: Holding habitual tension in the neck and shoulders is a fact of modern life and greatly impedes our daily activities. Participants in this workshop will learn specific movement sequences to recognize your habitual tendencies as well as shift inefficient movement patterns into easy, fluid movement. By focusing your attention on differentiating and integrating the movements of the shoulder girdle with the neck and head, your will experience greater ease, articulation and comfort.
A More Supple Spine: A supple spine is essential to efficient and graceful movement, yet often we develop a rigid spine through habits or tension. We will explore how to allow the spine to be more supple without loosing its integrity and support. This workshop is appropriate for anyone who wishes to move with more ease, comfort and an integrated spine.