January of the new year kicks off with a three day weekend of anatomy lectures by yours truly for the Erica Bloom Comprehensive Pilates Certification. Friday evening January 3, and the afternoons of the 4th and 5th will be devoted to an anatomy intensive. On the syllabus are introduction to: anatomy and some kinesiology; tissues of the musculoskeletal system; an overview of the skeleton and musculature of the trunk, lower extremities, and shoulder girdle; as well as a foray into the mechanics of respiration. As usual I will draw on a live model, who will perform Pilates exercises. I hope the models are in good shape! I tend to make them repeat the exercises for a long time while we discuss different aspects of muscular contraction, joint movements, alignment, etc.
Interested in this Pilates certification program? Visit ERICA BLOOM PILATES PLUS.
Here I am on the left wearing magenta shoe laces,
with some of the teachers for the CATA Graduate Studies program.
THE CENTER FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THERAPEUTIC ARTS (CATA) - GRADUATE STUDIES PROGRAM
LMTs, check it out!
CATA (formerly Massage Space NYC) has put together a comprehensive Eastern and Western track studies program for New York state licensed massage therapists. The two tracks offer advanced hands-on and lecture programs for practitioners interested in honing their therapeutic talents through the application of new knowledge, skills, and understanding of therapeutic options in clinical practice. The program is a year long or one can take individual units. Classes start in January. I will be teaching (guess what?) Anatomy And Movement classes starting in March.
Here is a description of my class:
This workshop series describes the relationship of musculoskeletal anatomy to the body in motion, and in active or passive stillness. Skeletal anatomy, joint structure and movements, muscular anatomy, basic kinesiology, palpation, and movements/exercises from a variety of physical disciplines will be examined to demonstrate how muscles and structures relate and react during activity.
We will also investigate faulty alignment during activities, and the kinds of stresses our anatomy is subjected to due to misalignment. A discussion of the ways in which this information could be utilized by massage therapists and other health professionals to develop treatment strategies for their clients is another key component of the course.
Kriota will palpate and draw on a live model (wearing a unitard), locating bones and joints as well as describing muscular layering. As the model demonstrates movement, exercise, and activity, we will transpose two-dimensional visualization onto a living, moving body.
Using a regional approach, the trunk, upper extremities, and lower extremities will be explored in separate classes. Be prepared to move by wearing comfortable non-restrictive clothing.
Although sections may be taken independently, each section contains unique material that will not be reintroduced in consecutive classes. Participants should anticipate cumulative use of information and not expect re-introduction of concepts presented in previous classes.
Topics Include:
24 CE hour NCBTMB / NYS-certified
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