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Somatic Movement

I am sometimes asked, What does "Somatic" mean?

For me, it can be described as everything movement and dance can offer without being performative. Somatic work supports you as an individual, to build physical intelligence and promote health and wellbeing

Classes are considerately designed to make dance improvisation more accessible to newcomers, while offering plenty of delight and interest for the experienced dancer. Exercises offer technique, stimulate creativity, increase mobility, strength, awareness and confidence. Drawing on disciplines ranging from Feldenkrais, meditation, contemporary dance, yoga and fitness.

I regularly request anonymous feedback as part of my pedagogical and active teaching practice.

" I feel relaxed after movement and more relaxed and open to share, and that I've achieved something. "

" Everything Ella was an amazing facilitator. My mood improved so much and despite a painful back I was able to participate fully with Ella’s support. "

" The freedom it left me to be able to follow what I felt, whilst still suggesting other possible moves. "

" Very good group. Excellent movement exercises v well demonstrated "

" The movement mirroring section allowed me to connect without all the difficulties I usually encounter. "

" very important class for me "

" Wonderful teacher. Supportive and warm and an amazing dancer "

" Enjoyed connecting to the Earth movements. Instructor was very clear. "

" More often please. Weekly if possible "

Somama

Classes for postnatal mothers and pre-crawlers offer's exercises and techniques support mother's recovery whilst taking baby on a holistic and balanced sensory journey with us. This is a wonderful class to support with bonding between mother and baby and build your first community together.

"Ella - I just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU for Tuesday - I was quite blown away but how wonderful your session was - such a great balance of stretches and relaxation for mum and sensory stimulation for the babies. I wish I had found a class like yours when my babies were little! You and Ziggy were such a great double act. I can see how much thought went into it and it was so appreciated by all who attended. You are very talented!"

Sophie - Birth Companions