Somatic Movements for Meditators
with Lisa Sack

(Somatic Movements for Meditators or anyone else who wants to sit comfortably on the floor or in a chair!)

Are you one of those people who can’t sit comfortably for long in any position when you meditate? Have you found it hard to relax and quiet your mind as a result? If yes, you’re not alone! We hear the instruction to lengthen our spine and sit tall, but trying to maintain this position is a challenge for many. Our underlying postural habits may be part of the problem, along with tension/tightness in the muscles of our hips and thighs. And if you have knee pain and stiffness in your feet and ankles, it’s no wonder that lotus, half lotus, cross-legged, and kneeling positions seem impossible to attain. 

If you’d like to learn ways to change your postural habits and release chronic muscular contractions that may be contributing to your discomfort, join Lisa Sack, Certified Hanna Somatic Educator® and Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) for an exploration of gentle movements to free your spine, facilitate range of motion, and create more ease when you sit.

What you’ll learn:

• Basic anatomy of the pelvis and spine
• Techniques to establish and maintain the natural curves of your spine
• How to work with your breath to support your spinal curves and the position of your head
• Somatic movements to free your pelvis and the musculature of your hips and thighs
• Practical techniques to adapt your seated position for greater comfort 

Shantideva Center and Yogis & Yoginis have shared the same space since 2018. The mission of Yogis & Yoginis is to create a safe and inspiring environment for people to grow in their physical and spiritual practice. Lisa Sack is one of the teachers at Y&Y and teaches somatic movement. For more information about Yogis & Yoginis, please visit: https://yogisandyoginis.com