To arrange workshops, teacher trainings and retreats in London and throughout the UK, Europe or worldwide, please contact Kat.
2013 dates have been confirmed for workshops on
"The Anatomy of Stress", "Ligaments" and "Breast Cancer and Lymphoedema":
The Anatomy of Stress
2013 dates for London, Suffolk and Yorkshire
Sunday 29th June 2013 in Waldringfield, Suffolk
Sunday 7th July 2013 in Clerkenwell, London
Sunday 1st September 2013 in Stokeley, Yorkshire
Saturday 21st September 2013 at the Contrology Pilates Method Studio in Hertfordshire (on London tube system).
To book or enquire contact Kat
Course Details: Stress is a common complaint in our society affecting many of us and our clients. Many illnesses - including diseases of the cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive systems, some muscular-skeletal problems, insomnia, even infertility and cancer - have in some way been linked to stress. This workshop explores the anatomy and physiology of stress in a somatic way and translates these insights into strategies we can apply in movement and touch, breath and meditation to return to balance and health.
In this workshop we will explore the effect of stress on the body and its different systems, including hormones, organs and the immune system. This will help us understand the link between stress and the many diseases associated with it. We will specifically focus on the nervous system, in particular the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system, the myofascial system and the endocrine system. We will learn how the anatomical insights can help us work effectively with stress and tailor our strategies to the needs of the individual. This will include interventions for particular areas of the body as well as insights into sequencing, rhythm and speed, all of which can signal different states to our nervous system. We will explore how movement, breath and postural work can affect energy levels and moods and explore movement and breath interventions that tend to induce a parasympathetic (relaxed) state and others that can help to energize those suffering from “burn-out” lethargy.
This is a very practical workshop with lots of movement and touch. There will be extensive matwork and standing movement work to explore the anatomy in practice and understand how easy it is to integrate the insights into any class or therapeutic intervention. Ideal for anyone working with movement and touch and other therapists.
This workshop is based on the insights from Body Mind Centering® somatic movement and draws on Yoga and Pilates moves, breathing and meditation techniques.
For the workshop on 21st September only, contact http://www.contrology-pilates-method.com/210913_AnatomyOfStress.asp
Ligaments
2013 dates for Yorkshire and London
Sunday 31 August 2013, Stokeley Yorkshire
Saturday 23 November 2013, London EC1
To book or enquire contact Kat
To book the London training, contact Moss Pilates https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=8014
Course Details: Ligaments connect. They are part of the fascial connective tissue system. Ligaments have clearly defined lines and structures that can act as maps to guide our teaching to improve our clients’ body awareness, posture and movement, tension or pain patterns.
Ligaments usually only come to mind when we hear about a famous sportsperson’s injury or when we teach clients with hypermobility or joint dysfunction, particularly of the knee and ankle. However, ligaments also play an important role in chronic back, neck and shoulder pain. A good knowledge of ligaments helps when we teach any stretching or Yoga, even to healthy clients. In this workshop we will look at the effect of movement and stretching, as well as focus on the connective quality of ligaments that supports healthy joint action. We will learn how to improve movement patterns, when and how to compress (“connect”) and how to support as well as stretch more effectively.
The day will be structured as follows: morning: general introduction to ligaments and ligaments and joints of the lower body, afternoon: ligaments of the upper body and ligaments in the totality of the fascia system. This leads us into three-dimensional spiralic movement, away from the two-dimensional focus found in many movement therapies. There will be a short period of time to explore areas of special interest (enervation, TMJ, for example - please let Kat know any special requests before the course).
A very practical workshops with lots of movement to support the anatomical understanding. This workshop has been popular with Yoga, Pilates and other movement teachers, physiotherapists and also with massage therapists. Of specific interest to anyone working with fascia. Useful for insights into many common problems.
Breast Cancer and Lymphoedema, working with scar tissue and the lymphatic system
a training workshop for Yoga, Pilates and Gym instructors
Sunday 22 September 2013, London King's Cross
This workshop is designed specifically for those trained in Yoga, Pilates and also highly trained gym instructors and personal trainers as we know that many of these are now working with the NHS on delivering "moving on" programmes following cancer treatment.
This workshop will cover how to work safely and imaginatively with scar tissue and the lymphatic system and help physical and emotional recovery. We will look at the different types of surgery and reconstruction, the specific problems associated with them and suggest imaginative ways to adapt your Yoga, Pilates or gym/equipment programme to assist recovery. We will also focus on the lymphatic system and lymphoedema.
This workshop is run jointly by Kara Dressel and Katharina (Kat) Hesse. Kara (Pilates teacher) has personal experience of breast cancer surgery and runs a dedicated breast cancer class for CancerKin at a hospital in London. Kat (Pilates, Yoga and somatics teacher) ran a dedicated breast cancer class for many years in Suffolk, has trained some of the cancer exercise experts for the NHS in Suffolk and was involved with the development of a dedicated dance programme for cancer and lymphoedema patients. Kat loves mindful movement practices, such as Pilates, Yoga and the gym, for physical and emotional recovery.
To book or enquire contact Kat
Other workshop Kat has run in the past but have no set date at present: (please enquire if you are interested)
Inside the Core – Movement from the Organs