Seminars/ Workshops
I regularly offer self-contained, time-limited seminars and workshops, as well as shorter lectures, which provide a good insight into my work and the concept of Spiral Dynamics® and can also serve as a helpful introduction to what is actually very intensive bodywork. The shorter lectures (some of which are held online via Zoom) in particular give me the opportunity to provide interested individuals with information about movement, sport and Spiral Dynamics®.
It doesn’t matter if you have already done individual coaching sessions with me, attended courses with me or if you are “new” here. Depending on your needs and requests, I create seminars/workshops also in your company, your business or as part of an event.
Spiraldynamik® Basic Workshop – The Principle of Uprightness in the Torso
The principle of uprightness is a profoundly universal principle and is therefore also an essential part of our bodies. When standing and walking, when speaking and making sounds, in yoga (particularly in forward and backward bends)… in fact, at all times, it forms the basis of the connection between earth and sky and – provided we apply and live by this principle constructively within our bodies – guarantees mobility, stability, lifelong vitality and the flow of energy.
Nach dem Workshop wirst Du:
- grundsätzlich Verstehen, warum das Aufrichteprinzip essentiell ist
- be able to apply the principle to their own bodies (head, pelvis, and rib cage)
AND THUS:
- Enable effective, independent movement
- to be independent of the various—and sometimes conflicting—instructions given by physical education teachers and coaches
- lay the foundation for genuine growth within and through your body
Contents:
- Learning Pelvic Alignment and Head Alignment
- Segmental activation of the relevant thoracic spine regions with regard to flexion and extension
- Integrating what you’ve learned into standing poses, asanas (in this case, backbends), or other exercises that are important to you
- Q&A
Spiral Dynamics® Basic Workshop – The Spiral Principle: 3D Pelvis + Head
The spiral is the 3D structure in the universe that offers the highest degree of stability within dynamic systems. There are numerous examples of this: spiral galaxies, tornadoes, water whirlpools, DNA… from the macrocosm to the microcosm. And for us humans living within the gravitational field, the spiral structure also offers the highest degree of stability in dynamic systems; thus, the spiral principle is found not only in DNA but also in many other structures (cruciate ligaments, bone trabeculae, coronary arteries, etc.).
After the workshop, you will:
- Gain a fundamental understanding of why the spiral principle is essential and how all structures in your body serve this principle
- be able to apply the principle to your body (head and pelvis)
AND THUS:
- Enable effective, independent movement
- to be independent of the various—and sometimes conflicting—instructions given by physical education teachers and coaches
- lay the foundation for genuine growth within and through your body
Contents:
- Learning 3D pelvic movement—inward and outward spirals—for the supporting leg and the kicking leg
- Learning 3D head movement for natural-looking head turns
- Integrating the pelvic movements you’ve learned into climbing stairs, various standing asanas (e.g., Warrior I, Tree), and other exercises
- Q&A
Spiral Dynamics® Basic Workshop —3D Chest + Breathing
The spiral twisting motion involved in walking and, for example, all twisting poses in yoga requires free mobility of the thoracic spine and the costal joints, which in turn requires the muscles involved to be able to flexibly contract and relax (diaphragm, intercostal muscles, oblique trunk muscles). An understanding of the relationship between the head and pelvis is an important prerequisite here and ensures easier access to the chest/thoracic spine.
After the workshop, you will:
- Gain a fundamental understanding of why the mobility of the thoracic spine and the rib cage is so essential for free breathing and spinal flexibility
- have a basic understanding of physiological respiration
- be able to identify and implement effective exercises
- Be aware of common mistakes in rotational postures or exercises (and catch yourself making them :-))
- so you can understand your individual growth potential
AND THUS:
- the ability to align your body on your own—both in daily life and during training
- lay the foundation for genuine growth within and through your body
- Go through life with an open heart and a free spirit 🙂
Contents
- Developing rotational mobility in the thoracic spine and ribs
- Learning and Understanding Full Breathing (Lungs) and Diagonal Breathing in the Chest
- Integration into Exercises and Asanas
- Q&A
Spiral Dynamics® Basic Workshop – 3D: Free and Stable Shoulders
For the hands to move freely and with precision in open-chain movements (e.g., hanging laundry, playing beach volleyball) and closed-chain movements (e.g., supporting oneself), the arms must be stably connected to the trunk. This function is fulfilled by the shoulder girdle, which—when in the “correct” coordinated position—enables the arms to maintain this connection to the trunk without restricting freedom of movement.
After the workshop, you will:
- Gain a fundamental understanding of why the relationship between the rib cage and the shoulder girdle is so crucial for free and stable movement and support
- understand to what extent the neck is also affected by this relationship
- Discover your individual growth potential when it comes to your shoulders
AND THUS:
- the ability to align your body on your own—both in daily life and during training
- lay the foundation for genuine growth within and through your body
- Reduce or relieve stress in your shoulder and neck area
Contents:
- Learning the 3D movement of the scapula and centering the shoulder joint
- Integration into Exercises and Asanas
- Q&A
Angela H.
Yoga teacher & physiotherapist
‘Whilst searching for further inspiration in Spiral Dynamics bodywork, I came across Andrea by chance and completed all her workshops in no time at all, as I was won over by her way of imparting knowledge – both theoretical and practical, and highly creative – in terms of its depth, clarity and subtlety.’ As a yoga teacher and physiotherapist, I have received a lot of valuable input for myself and my own therapeutic work, for which I am very grateful to Andrea. Not to mention her elaborate handouts, which were detailed words and pictures that rounded out each workshop.”
2021