Somatic Based Movement Classes: Somatic Pilates, Somatic Movement using the Franklin Method® and Immersive Sessions and Retreats.
In softness there is power. Stop forcing and start trusting your body and yourself.
Somatic Pilates Virtual
Somatic Pilates is a unique blend of the principles of Pilates as well as the Principles of Somatic Movement. It is a lot more detailed in the way it is taught and is slower in pace to allow you to feel your body and become more integrated in mind body and spirit. It blends together all of my training in Somatics and Pilates to take you on a unique journey in discovering you.
You can find out more about my Somatic Pilates here
This weekly class will start Jan 2025 so please email me to join my waiting list for these sessions.
Somatic Movement sessions including Franklin Method® Virtual
Autumn Winter: Somatic Restorative Breathwork Tuesdays 7.30pm (UK time) Starting October 2024-November 2024
6 session block of restorative movement and breath work of the Franklin Method within an 8 week block. Each session is 1hr 10 minutes long and we work through eliminating tension from the body before moving more deeply into the breath.
Remove tension, breathe deeply and note a calmer mind. Perfect for resting and restoring the body.
Your payment is to attend 6 out of the 8 classes offered to allow for flexibility. If you want to attend all contact me for a discount. You can opt to start on October 8th or October 15th . Livestream only and not available on replay to comply with Franklin Method’s licence to me.
Please note the timezone listed is UK time, and we have a time change at the end of October so make sure it will work for you if joining internationally.
We use the specific modality of Franklin Method® to help us on our journey. You can find more out about Franklin Method® here
We will use Franklin Method® orange balls, message me in advance if you do not own any so I can advise your further.
These classes are general classes and work from a point of health and are not somatic therapy and may not be suitable for people suffering from certain types of trauma.
This class uses calming techniques /breathwork and therefore may not be suitable if you suffer from mental health issues. At the point of purchase you are asked to confirm your suitability in mind and body. If you are under current medical or therapeutic care please check with your specialist before making any booking. Within a group setting you are responsible and take care of yourself.
Immersives / Retreats Virtual and In Person
Experience the real depth to your own body and somatic movement in movement and in breath either virtually through immersive Franklin Method® sessions or in person through a retreat or immersive in Shropshire and Birmingham.
Check out my Retreats / Masterclasses section to discover the next session
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Joining information
Somatic Pilates Semi Private Group classes are somatically based and suitable for everyone but especially suitable for the needs of women and dancers.
Every group class is semi private and limited in number so I can get to know you and your body a lot better, and is ideal for those of you with no issues in your body who are looking to optimise your health and wellbeing or have a few issues that can be worked with in a group setting or have worked with me initially 1:1 and are ready to work more independently.
These semi-private classes are charged on a subscription basis.
Sometimes you may need to work with me 1:1 for a short while if you have a history of illness, injury or issues in your body. Every body is a different body and has different pathways. Contact me if you have any queries.
Somatic Movement Classes and Immersive and Retreats
If you have an injury or medical condition you need to check with your medical professional that these classes are suitable for you. You declare that your medical professionals are happy for you to take part. Franklin Method® and Somatic Movement works from the principle of health. They do not replace medical care. If you have a physical or mental condition these classes do not replace treatment and you are advised to work with a physiotherapist and / or mental health professional. By joining these classes it is presumed that you have clearance and are able to get up and down from the floor unaided. As a trauma informed practitioner I work with care, but in some cases of trauma these classes may not be suitable. You need to check beforehand with your own medical professionals. Group classes are never the place to work through trauma, these classes are for somatic movement exploration and are not somatic therapy.
As I am always wanting to open up classes to include in person group sessions please email me to let me know if you would like to join in Shropshire or Birmingham.
What my clients love about working with me
“Sarah is a wonderful teacher. Endlessly knowledgeable by conveys complex ideas in a straightforward way. My mind is calm and my body can do things I never thought possible... get in touch if you want to move beautifully but without the strain”
— C.W. Entrepreneur and Social Dancer
“The sessions with Sarah have been invaluable and made a huge difference to my emotional and physical well being. Most of all her classes are really enjoyable. She has sorted out my ongoing back and shoulder problems and given me the skills to develop my own practice at home’
— J.W. Retired Psychotherapist
“Thank you for all of the help and support you’ve given me since I started Pilates. Thanks to you, not only do I have pain free days, I have pain free weeks!”
— E.C. Primary School Teacher
The greatest journey always takes you home, back to your body.
All Virtual Clients are 18 years old and over. If you are currently working with a medical professional, post natal or are over 65 I will need written clearance before you can commence lessons to ensure that the sessions are suitable for you.
In some circumstances I may need to work with you 1:1 for a while to help you transition into group class - if you have any queries please contact me for advice.
You do need to have technology and wifi that can run Zoom sessions and you must keep your camera on at all times. Everything is run from inside the Virtual Studio through Zoom.