Classes

Feldenkrais Workshops and Classes

You can view and book all available classes and workshops by clicking this link here

SESSION SCHEDULE AUTUMN 2022

AN INTRODUCTION TO THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD:

Saturday 24th September 2022 10-11am

This taster session is an introduction to the regular Feldenkrais Restore Your Body mini-courses that start on Saturday 8th October from 10-11am in Room 4, All Saints Church Hall, Ringinglow Road, Sheffield S11 7PP.

Feldenkrais mini courses.

Each Restore Your Body course is for four weeks’ duration and follows a specific theme.

Restore Your Body 1: Feet, Knees & Ankles. 8th, 15th, 22nd October & 5th November 2022.
Restore Your Body 2: Jaw, Neck & Shoulders. 12th, 19th, 26th November & 3rd December 2022.
Restore Your Body 3: Balance & Coordination. 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th January 2023.

All RYB classes are recorded and are available to attendees. If you can’t attend class in person, it is possible to purchase the audio recordings only.

Restore Your Body mini courses are £30 for the four weeks. Audio only recordings are £25.

Online Feldenkrais Classes

Feldenkrais Online has moved to a new day and time! From Thursday, 29th September 2022, you can zoom in to “Move Better, Feel Better!” from 10 – 11am.
This class is designed to help you restore a sense of balance between your body and mind as you unwind and learn easy ways to feel less stiff and “creaky”. “Move Better, Feel Better” is suitable for anyone wanting to try The Feldenkrais Method or for those of you who already know what a difference mindful moving can do for your mental and physical health.
The drop in rate for each class is £9.00. You can save money by getting a Class Pass (five classes for £35). For more information and booking, please email me on dianne_hancock@hotmail.com.

READ ON FOR A FULL SCHEDULE OF FELDENKRAIS, MINDFULNESS AND YOGA CLASSES AND PRIVATE SESSIONS  IN SHEFFIELD AND ONLINE.

NEW FELDENKRAIS COURSE! 

10.00 – 11.00am “Rediscover Yourself with The Feldenkrais Method”

This is a new series of 4 week courses that will improve your physical and mental wellbeing. Each week, you will explore ways to release stiffness and tension in specific parts of your body – in doing this, your whole self will feel a change for the better. By following a specific theme over four weeks, you can make a real difference to how your body moves. Whether you already know and love your Feldenkrais classes or you’re completely new to this fantastic way of improving your body’s flexibility and power, these in-depth courses are a must.

Venue: Room 4, All Saints Church Hall, Ringinglow Road, Eccleshall, Sheffield S11 7PP.

INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS. 

Many people enjoy coming to The Practice Rooms in Sheffield for their individual Feldenkrais therapy.  A 1:1 session can really help identify the cause of aches and pains and help you “re-set” your posture. Sessions are 1 hour and “hands on”. At present, I am seeing 1:1 clients in person on Mondays at The Practice Rooms in Sheffield.

One session: £45 Package of Three Sessions: £120

Online 1:1 Sessions

An online session can be very effective. Each session is via zoom and we get a chance to explore where there is difficulty and where there is ease in moving. I can suggest ways of re-imaging your work and leisure space so that you can avoid back and shoulder pain.
Online sessions are either 30 or 60 minute sessions. If you are struggling with your range of movement or are recovering from an injury, I can help you.
Please let me know if you want to book a session by emailing me on dianne_hancock@hotmail.com

Prices and Packages

All Feldenkrais Classes are £9.00 for a drop-in class or £35 for a Class Pass that is good for 5 classes and you can use it anytime within 12 weeks of purchase. It is valid for the online and the live classes and you can keep buying a Class Pass – cheaper than doing a drop in rate each time.

Individual Sessions.
Online zoom sessions are:
30 minutes (£15) ; 45 minutes (£20) or 60 minutes (£30)
Live sessions are £45 for 60 minutes or £120 for a block of three payable in advance.

New 1:1 package:
1 live session (60 mins) and 2 online zoom sessions (2 x 60 mins) £ 95 – a saving of over 10%

Payment
You can pay by cash or credit/debit card at the live classes or use your Class Pass. Otherwise, go to paypal.me/DianneHancock and please click on “Pay Friends and Family” to prevent Pay Pal taking a sizeable chunk as a fee. If you would prefer to use bank transfer, please email me.

YOGA CLASS SCHEDULE:

I teach a variety of yoga classes live in Sheffield. My style of teaching is (of course) heavily influenced by my knowledge and experience as a Feldenkrais teacher, as well as my training in Iyengar and Hatha Yoga. You can expect a class that will offer adaptations for poses so that you can get the best out of your practice.

MONDAYS:

6.00-7.00pm “Yoga for Health and Happiness” LIVE CLASS in Sheffield.

A friendly weekly class that is suitable for beginners, improvers and anyone who would like to bring a mindful approach to their yoga practice. Please book here

TUESDAYS:

10.30-11.30 “Yoga for all” LIVE CLASS in Sheffield.

This class is funded by the Friends of Firth Park and is on a drop-in, pay-what-you-can basis. Firth Park Bowling Pavilion, 396 Firth Park Road, Sheffield S5 6HH

THURSDAYS:

10.00-11.00am “Move Better, Feel Better!”  FELDENKRAIS ONLINE

This morning Feldenkrais Class to help you unwind and unlock stiffness and tension in the whole body. You will move better and improve well-being in your body and mind. Please book here

SATURDAYS

10.00am – 11.00am “Restore Your Body with The Feldenkrais Method”  LIVE CLASS.

Many Feldenkrais classes address a certain subject, e.g. stiff shoulders, flexibility in the spine. This is a four week course where you’ll get the opportunity to delve a little deeper as we explore one topic only over four classes so that you can feel the real benefit and change from a concentrated approach.

INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS. At present, I am seeing 1:1 clients in person and online for either 30 or 60 minute sessions. If you are struggling with your range of movement or are recovering from an injury, I can help you. Please email me on dianne_hancock@hotmail.com for more information.

Why don’t I just go to YouTube for a recorded class?

Yes, there are lots of recorded classes in Feldenkrais and in yoga, many of them led by great teachers, but the advantage of a live class is that the teacher can still see you and can adjust the class to suit who’s there.

I hate seeing myself on film!

Yes, seeing yourself on video can be a shock but remember, everyone is focussing on their own experience on the mat and can’t really see you. The teacher will be watching only to ensure your safety and to make sure you have a good experience.

WEEKLY ONLINE CLASSES IN FUNCTIONAL YOGA

Have a look at my weekly schedule of classes in The Feldenkrais Method and in Yoga. You can book for any of these through this link here

To make sure you get the latest news about classes, workshops and special offers, sign up for my newsletter to hear the latest news.

Not sure?

Contact me for a  taster session and then if you want to go further we can sort out the best type of class for you. People who pay in advance for classes or workshops will have priority as I can’t guarantee room for drop-ins.

Extra Discounts

If you are a member of British Actors Equity, Musicians Union or a full-time student studying in the  UK, all classes and sessions are 20% off the full price (including block bookings).

What do I do next?

Leave your name and contact details on theBookings pageand tell me the date you want to come along and I will email you as soon as I can. If you would find it easier to talk on the phone, please leave a number as well.

INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS

What happens in an individual Feldenkrais session?

You might arrive with a specific issue such as lower back pain, stiff shoulders, balance or dizziness issues or perhaps you simply want to feel better aligned and less “creaky”. I’ll do a general assessment and then will gently encourage your body to release muscle tension so that you can move with more freedom and confidence. This is a hands-on treatment where you may spend most of the time lying on my treatment table; if appropriate, you might be sitting or standing for some of the time – it depends on what will work best for you. A one-to-one session (also called “Functional Integration”) is an ideal way to learn how your body moves and to undo unhelpful movement habits. Sometimes a single session can make a huge difference, a recent client said: “I feel like I have a whole new body!

Individual Taster sessions. If you are new to The Feldenkrais Method you can contact me for an Individual taster session. This is a half hour one to one session where we discuss what would be useful for you, I’ll give you some feedback and a short individual Feldenkrais class. Following this, you can book more one to one sessions or join a group class (group class timetables are different throughout the year).

Home Visits and Special Group sessions. 

From time to time I do work with people who have difficulty travelling so, if appropriate, I can visit you in your home but I will have to charge extra for this. To arrange this, please give me a call on 07708 055309 as every home visit is individually designed for your best needs.

If you have a group of friends or colleagues who would like a taster session then I can travel to you. All you need is a clean floor space with enough room for everyone to lie down on a yoga mat or blanket.

Prices:

Individual sessions are usually £45 for an hour. Most people benefit from 2-3 sessions and so if you book 3 sessions in advance the total cost is £120. Of course, you might want to come regularly over a long period of time! If so, we can sort out a price that suits you best (its always cheaper to pay in advance).

Individual sessions take place either at The Practice Rooms in the centre of Sheffield. 

SPECIAL EVENTS

As well as regular weekly classes and individual sessions, I also do workshop sessions where people have the chance to explore The Method more deeply. These sessions can be from 2 hours to a full day – with plenty of breaks for tea, biscuits and chat! Themes explored can be:

  • Flexible backs
  • Releasing neck and shoulders
  • Improving Balance in walking and running
  • Reaching, lifting and carrying
  • Refreshing the mind and body
  • Happy Feet
  • Feldenkrais for Dancers and Performers
  • Mindfulness and Feldenkrais

I advertise these sessions for the public or you can book me to come and work with a specific group of people at your own venue. Prices can be agreed according to the needs of the group and location. Please contact me through my bookings page.