In these classes, you’ll learn about patterns we hold due to chronically tight muscles. These patterns can make daily movements more difficult, cause pain in your body, and even affect your balance. Together, we will explore Hanna Somatic Exercises you can do to come out of pain and regain ease and joy in your movements. You’ll discover how to use your brain to reset your muscles along with breathing practices that will help you to maintain relaxation.

You may join us for a single class or multiple classes. Each class has been created to address either a common complaint, such as neck and shoulder soreness or low back pain. You will be provided with a written copy of the exercises we do together to assist you in continuing your practice.  Links to video and audio guides will also be provided for your convenience.

The movements we explore are often done lying on the floor and can also be done from a chair.  All you need is yourself.  Hanna Somatic Education is a safe, gentle, and intuitive approach to learning to relax tight and painful muscles. 

The series is co-presented by Dr. Bianca Lee, board-certified in neuromusculoskeletal medicine (NMM), and Lisa Tatham, a certified Hanna Somatic Educator.

Classes are in person at Integrative Health and Wellbeing located at 436 East 69th Street 

Wednesdays - October 30^th , November 6^th , 13^th , 20^th  at 4:15pm to 5:15pm 

Week 1 - Free your neck and shoulders

Week 2 - Get to know your back

Week 3 - Improved balance

Week 4 - Improved breathing

Please note: We accept most insurances. Your insurance may cover the 1-hour group session. However, you will be responsible if you have a specialist copayment per session. You will also be responsible if you have a deductible or co-insurance.