Integrated Body Mind Practices 3 (DNCE20020)

The subject will involve further study and practice ofboth kinesiology and Feldenkrais.

In Kinesiology students will delve into ideokinetic processes to foster a balanced alignment of the skeletal system and re-education of neuromuscular habits in movement. Students will investigate the mechanical principles underlying the design of kinetic imagery and the relationships of both bone and muscle groups in relation to postural alignment and efficient physical coordination. Students will experience moving from a source of imagery, emanating from Skinner Releasing Technique, ideokinesis and/or anatomical based releasing techniques with emphasis on working with information, theory, somatic & experiential processes. The overriding theme is of integrating the appendicular skeleton to the stable and pliable axial skeleton and the stabilisation and integration of lower body structures.

In the Feldenkrais classes, the students will continue to investigate a range of different movement patterns with a focus on their own individual organisation and the connection between intention and action. Each class will include a Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement lesson, exploratory improvisation exercises, reflection and discussion. The development of kinaesthetic awareness through this process increases the students' stability, range and co-ordination and also gives them greater insight into the ways they can improve the dynamic quality of their effort, both internally and spatially. Through the processes of improvisation and witnessing in small groups, the learning from this class can be further clarified and integrated with other areas of their practice.