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Functional Integration Personalized, hands-on Feldenkrais sessions.
w/ Nikos & Betzabel
What is Functional Integration ?
Oftentimes, when people come to Feldenkrais Functional Integration (FI) sessions, it’s because they’ve exhausted other options and are looking for a last resort. You might be struggling with persistent physical pain, limited movement, or postural issues that other treatments haven’t resolved. Psychologically, you may be dealing with anxiety, stress, or trauma that has manifested in your body. FI sessions offer a gentle, personalized approach to help you become aware of and address these deep-seated physical and psychological patterns, leading to greater ease and well-being.
What is the process ?
Who is your practitioner ?
Betzabel Falfan
Nikos Appelqvist
“If you know what you are doing you can do what you want.“
Moshe Feldenkrais
Want to know more ?
Functional Integration sessions are individualized Feldenkrais lessons tailored to meet each person’s specific needs. Practitioners are trained to detect subtle resistances in your movement patterns and habitual behaviors, which often correspond to emotional, psychological, and physical limitations. Through touch and movement, the student is invited to become more aware of subtle changes that lead to significant shifts in behavior and action.
Functional Integration sessions are for anyone seeking to improve their movement, reduce pain, or address physical and psychological limitations. They are particularly beneficial for those dealing with chronic pain, mobility issues, stress, or anyone interested in enhancing self-awareness and discovering new ways to move with ease and freedom. These sessions are adaptable to all ages and abilities, making them suitable for a wide range of individuals looking to explore their full potential.
The benefits of Functional Integration sessions extend beyond improved movement and pain reduction; they contribute to living better by fostering a deeper connection between body and mind. As you become more aware of your habitual patterns and unlock new possibilities for movement, you gain the tools to move through life with greater ease, confidence, and balance. This enhanced self-awareness can reduce stress, improve emotional well-being, and lead to a more fulfilling, resilient, and harmonious life.
Awareness is key in Functional Integration sessions, where slow and small movements are used to refine your self-image and deepen your connection to your body. By focusing on subtle changes, you can improve coordination and achieve a better distribution of effort throughout the body. This whole-person approach encourages exploring reversibility in movements, ensuring each action can be performed with ease and without strain. Many strategies are employed to enhance movement efficiency, yet movement itself remains a means to an end: fostering greater awareness and ultimately living a better, more fulfilled life.
The Feldenkrais practitioner, using gentle and non-invasive touch, guides the student in exploring new movement patterns or helps refine existing ones. The student may lie comfortably on a table, sit, or stand. Supports such as cushions, rollers, mats, and foam may be used to facilitate the learning process.
The Feldenkrais practitioner’s manipulations reflect back to the student how they organize their body and actions. With skilled and gentle hands, the practitioner creates a sense of safety and a supportive relationship. By working with the unconscious, new movement possibilities can emerge gradually.
There are no specific prerequisites for attending Functional Integration sessions. They are designed to be accessible to individuals of all ages and abilities, regardless of their prior experience with movement practices or physical condition. Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, seeking to improve mobility, or simply interested in exploring new ways of moving, Functional Integration sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs.
Is This for You?
You are suffering from chronic pain or discomfort with no obvious explanation.
You want to enhance your flexibility, coordination, or balance in everyday activities.
You are curious about exploring a deeper connection between your mind and body.
You recognize habitual movement patterns that limit your potential and want to create change.
You are looking to reduce stress and improve your emotional well-being through movement.
You desire to move with more efficiency and move through life with greater ease and less effort.
You desire a more fulfilling, integrated, and balanced life that supports your overall well-being.
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FAQ
Practical
In addition to the large hall, we offer a relaxation area, an equipped kitchen, changing rooms, bicycle parking, a library, and a patio. We want the place to be conducive to learning and provide a warm and welcoming environment.
The center is located close to Wiels and not far from Parc de Forest. You can take buses and trams nearby. Among the nearby stops, you will find: Wiels, Union, Pierre Decoster, Rochefort.
Buses: 48, 52, 49, 50
Tram: 82, 97
Gare du Midi is 10 minutes away.
The center is located at 274 rue des Alliés 1190. You will find a green gate with a doorbell to ring in case it's not open.
General
Forest Lighthouse is a somatic education center, a discipline that regards the body as a tool for expression, a vehicle for experience, and a means of learning. The center specializes in organizing courses, workshops, and training programs with curricula designed to cultivate a deep understanding of the unity of body and mind.
We offer a wide range of somatic courses and training programs, tailored to various needs and interests. Our events aim to create a bridge between the arts and sciences, from dance to neuroscience.
Just as we seek to highlight well-established disciplines, we also strive to introduce pioneering approaches in the field of somatics.
The program is generally open to everyone. Except for events with prerequisites or required prior experience, the center offers activities aimed at anyone interested in learning.
Payment
We accept various methods through Stripe for your convenience. For workshops and training programs, full payment is required. In case of special needs, there is the possibility of staggered payment. For regular classes, we offer several subscription options tailored to your schedule.
We guarantee total transparency with no hidden fees. Regarding cancellations, there is no refund after booking a spot, so please make sure of your availability when you reserve.
You will receive your invoice via email. Assistance is available for any specific billing-related requests.
Discounts are available upon request for students or unemployed individuals. Please contact us for more information.