Ψ – Advanced Module or class
Λ – Module or class shared with Basic Practitioner Program
Ψ Λ – A module with some classes that are Advanced only and some are shared with BPP
Λ – Phase 4 Extremities
The focus of this class will be learning positions that facilitate release in the extremities. The knees, ankles, feet, elbows, wrists and hands will be addressed in detail, and a simplified way to address the shoulders will be presented. Students will have a chance to experience how releases in the extremities affect the whole body. There will also be a review of the basic principles and philosophy of Ortho-Bionomy®.
Λ – Phase 4 – Advanced Pelvis
In this class we will deepen our understanding of the structure, function and treatment of the pelvis as a whole, as well as specific areas including the ilia, pubic bone, coccyx, trochanter, and T12. We will learn to recognize how the patterns of the pelvis may relate to the viscera and the rest of the spine.
Prerequisite: 24 hours of Phase 4 and 16 hours of Phase 5 or 6 or permission of the instructor.
Λ – Advanced Phases 5 and 6
This class will build on principles and techniques presented in the basic level Phase 5 and 6 by deepening students’ sensitivity and expanding their awareness of energetic response in both client and self. Additional techniques (e.g. eye balancing, chakra work) and a review of the Reflexes will also be presented.
Prerequisite: 24 hours Phase 4 and 16 hours Phases 5 and 6.
Λ – Isometrics and Isotonics
With these techniques, a practitioner briefly and gently inhibits movement initiated by the client. As always in Ortho-Bionomy, the comfort level of the client guides us. The client engages his/her own resources (strength and energy) to energize, tonify, strengthen and balance muscle pairs, muscle groups and range of motion. At the same time the client gains greater conscious awareness of her/himself. In this class, students learn:
♦ Specific isometric and isotonic exercises for the spine and extremities.
♦ Proper timing and follow through.
♦ Sensitivity to the dynamics between client and practitioner when using Isometrics and Isotonics.
♦ The integration of Isometrics and Isotonics with other Ortho-Bionomy techniques.
Λ – Chapman’s Reflexes
This class will emphasize the importance of using Chapman’s Neurolymphatic Reflexes for organ balancing and lymphatic drainage, as well as their influence on the endocrine system and emotional balance. Topics covered include:
1. Point identification.
2. Releasing reflex points using Ortho-Bionomy.
3. Balancing the endocrine system by combining Chapman’s Reflex work with structural pelvic work.
4. Using Reflex points to address Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
5. Balancing internal organs as an aid in addressing structural symptoms.
6. Having clients stimulate reflex points as a self-care technique.
Prerequisite: 16 hours of Phase 4 or 8 hours of Phase 4 and Isometrics & Isotonics or permission of the Instructor
Λ – Posture and Post-Techniques
In this class we focus on the interrelationships of structure and soft tissue that we call posture—the expression of our life experience and the ways we use our bodies.
By learning about the natural curves of the spine that give it spring and flexibility and perceiving larger patterns of the spine torso and extremities related to sitting, standing and walking, we can see smaller or seemingly unconnected patterns in a new light and work with them in a bigger context. We learn to recognize that each posture has its own balance.
By applying the principles and techniques of Ortho-Bionomy client and practitioner work together to access and support what works best for the client’s ease of function. In addition to release techniques, the class includes gentle movements (post-techniques) that can be used in session or a self-work to integrate and support postural balance.
Prerequisite: 24 units of Phase 4
Λ – Residential
Residential training in Ortho-Bionomy offers students an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the concepts and principles of the work as well as develop their skills at all levels. A few months before, the teachers choose a theme for the Residential. Students’ questions and special interests are integrated during the weeklong training.
Spending time in a beautiful, relaxed and supportive setting allows one to explore different facets of Ortho-Bionomy, widen one’s perspective as an Ortho-Bionomist and grow in relationship to oneself.
Prerequisite: 32 hours of Phase 4 and 16 hours Phases 5 and 6 or permission of the Instructors.
Ψ – Advanced Practitioner Training Seminar
Ortho-Bionomy is about connecting and relating, and having a conversation with our clients. The process of Ortho-Bionomy impacts the entire “conversation” from the first point of contact to bringing a session to closure. For example, the quality of rapport you develop during the interview has a deep impact on your work on the table, closing a session, etc. Students, whether experienced or beginners, are asked to come to the class with questions relating to the client/practitioner relationship and/or other aspects of Practitionership they find interesting or challenging.
Ψ – Advanced Study Group
Study groups are tailored to the participants’ needs and give students a chance to review techniques, receive clarification about the application and principles of Ortho-Bionomy and to gain insight about specific client cases or situations that concern them.
Prerequisite: 16 hours of Phase 4
Ψ – Ph 5/6 visceral – 3 day
This class covers major organs of digestion, respiration, and circulation, and their attachments, their energetic and functional relationships, the interrelationship of organ function and structural balance. We will explore the difference between working with hollow vs. solid organs, when to use PH 5, when Ph 6. A special focus will be understanding the heart, its blood supply and innervation.
Ψ – Advanced Ethics and Emotions
In the Advanced Ethics and Emotions class we will work with the relationship between emotions and hormonal balance, and the dance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Students learn the signs of a client being locked into the patterns of the sympathetic or parasympathetic system and how to work with it in the context of an Ortho-Bionomy session.
Ψ – Phase 7
In Phase 7 we work through symbols either in contact or at long distance to connect in a more universal meeting place in order to work with a person, or any situation, as a whole.
Ψ – Intro to/Review of the Biological Trauma Model
This class covers the discoveries described by Peter Levine of the biological model of trauma. This model helps us understand how trauma first of all, and mainly, affects the nervous system.
Ψ – Weaving the Phases with trauma skills
Explore characteristics and dimensions of interweaving the different phases. Ph 4 working with areas that need a more physical approach. Ph 5 layers such as bones, scars—noticing when unwinding as can happen in Phase 5 leads to retraumatization, Ph 6 time reflex. Students will also learn to track the nervous system and notice what level of contact would be appropriate, and how the different phases relate to the biological trauma model. Learning to feel the reflexes/quality of the reflexes lets us understand something about resources (reflexes are happening/available) or where the body might stuck or compromised—and how accessing the reflexes in one area can support function (restoring reflexes or responsiveness) in areas where there has been injury/ trauma/ strain/ stored emotional response or are affected by those things.
Ψ – Advanced Cranial:
There will be a short review of the more PH 5/6 holds and spirals and also expand our understanding of the cranium, working with the sutures and different structures in the brain and more on the dynamics of the spirals.
Ψ – Energies of heartbeat/breath
Exploring the pulses of heartbeat and breath on both physical and energetic levels connects us with both personal and universal dimensions. In this class we will begin to notice and experience different qualities of these universal pulses, different ways of connecting with them in a session and what this connection opens up in our consciousness of the natural laws of life.
Ψ – Living Philosophy of Ortho-Bionomy
This group discussion will cover topics such as the Evolvement of Original Concept, 7 handicaps, Philosophy of the Phases, the Tao, non-attachment and how we integrate the principles and philosophy of Ortho-Bionomy into our lives.
Ψ – Advanced Exploration of Movement Patterns
We can take the basic skills and understanding of working with movement and pay more attention to movement in different phases, whole body movement, noticing fulcrums in movement, and exploration of isometrics in relation to the reflexes.
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