Partner Body-Walking Clinic - There are many styles and traditions of body-walking used around the world, this class will mainly focus on the Russian style of body-walking. While we will primarily be using a Russian body-walking system, elements of other systems will be sprinkled in.
Learning to give: Practice safely applying pressure to key muscle groups on a partner lying on the ground. Learn to prepare your partner for exercise or cool them down afterwards. We will discuss breath work to help you pay attention to the tension in your body while you are working.
Learning to receive: An emphasis on breath control and nervous system relaxation is taught to the partner receiving the work. This is a two-person system, and it is not just dependent on the partner giving the work. There is an active role in learning to relax.
Disclaimer: This is not a class training you to professionally provide this work. This is not a certification, licensing or continuing education course. This class will not teach you to safely apply this work in all circumstances. You will learn how to apply basic techniques and guidelines of when you can and can’t apply this work. Never work beyond your scope of knowledge.
About the instructor:
Pasquale Antonio, LMBT, CPT, RYT
Pasquale’s approach comes from a lifetime of experience in multiple disciplines including breath work, massage, bodywork, martial arts, sports, yoga, and various movement disciplines.
As a prolific and dedicated student, he seeks knowledge in a large variety of areas- focusing on the fact that all disciplines have the same underlying principles driving them. An individual’s sense of well-being, balance, and autonomy is of the highest priority.
In addition to his movement background, Pasquale is also a life-long musician He has both recorded music and played in bands for over 20 years. Music continues to inspire and guide his movement practices. For 6 years he also studied animal behavior and ran his own dog training business. He continues to challenge himself with various other interests including dance, Eastern philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience.
Cost:
Free for Members | $25 Day Pass for Non-members