Elevated Somatics

Hey ES Community!

How is your felt sense of your body responding to summer? For me, walking has been top of mind, and as strenuous an activity as I can manage in this heat!

In my Tuesday virtual classes, we have been exploring the somatic foundations rooted in the simple yet complex action of walking. As a thank you for being part of the ES community, I’m sharing a free recording of our last class with you (see below).

I’m taking a summer pause on the virtual classes, but we’ll start back up on August 27th and continue weekly on Tuesdays for most of the rest of the year. If you’re interested in working with these concepts, the virtual class is a great way to get started without having to visit my office.

Let me know how your walks go! I look forward to connecting online or in person soon.

Gifted Practice | SOMATIC WALKING

TIK TOK | MORE WALKING SUPPORT

PART 1 | link (https://www.instagram.com/p/C-oH-y8y02P/) or click on image

PART 2 | link or click on image

stay T U N E D

A few offerings for end of summer / fall:

+ You can join me online for my weekly Tuesday Class starting again
August 27th Sign up (https://www.elevatedsomatics.com/elevatedonline)
+ You can join me in Denver, for a 5 month in-person somatic movement series starting in October. Stay tuned!

Thank you again for your support and continued curiosity!

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner PhD

Let's take a somatic walk!

Hey ES Community!

Hope you are all well. I will be pausing my weekly Somatic Movement class at The River Yoga for the summer months. If you've been wanting to come, tomorrow 6/12 is the day! This will be my last in-person class for the summer.

Y (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644) ou can sign up here (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644) or find more information below.

I look forward to connecting with you tomorrow or in the near future!

The River Yoga | IN PERSON

Wednesday, 6/12 (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644)
5:45 - 6:45 PM MT
@ The River Yoga
Sign up here (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644)

Come to reconnect with the simple joy of moving in your body.

stay C O N N E C T E D

Not to worry, I will still be around this summer!

+ You can join me online for my weekly Tuesday Class: Sign up (https://www.elevatedsomatics.com/elevatedonline)
+ Book a private session with me at my studio in Denver: Book your session (https://elevated-somatics.square.site/s/appointments)

Thank you again for your support and continued curiosity!

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner PhD

Last In Person Class Tomorrow!

Hey ES Community!

May is here! Hope you are all well. Below you will find information for upcoming in-person and virtual group somatic movement experiences, a video portraying what a Hanna Somatic group class looks like (https://www.tiktok.com//video/7354527689023327534?_r=1&_t=8lHoqC4kTxW) , and a simple somatic practice from my Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/p/C6HleOhSPCL/)

I look forward to connecting with you in one of these spaces.

Somatic Movement classes
May - June 2024

in person & online

The River Yoga | IN PERSON

Wednesdays in May: 5/29 (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644)
Wednesday in June: 6/12 (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644) , 6/19 (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644)
5:45 - 6:45 PM MT

Join me for in-person Somatic Movement classes at The River Yoga in Sunnyside (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757/appointment/28991644/calendar/6330784?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644) and reconnect with the simple joy of moving in your body.

Online Somatics Class | VIRTUAL

Don't live in Denver? My weekly virtual class is a great way to connect, explore embodiment, and unwind. Join me most Tuesdays at 9:30 A.M. MT for my Somatic Class hosted on Zoom.

May Classes: 5/28 (https://www.elevatedsomatics.com/elevatedonline)
June Classes: 6/4 (https://www.elevatedsomatics.com/elevatedonline) , 6/11 (https://www.elevatedsomatics.com/elevatedonline) , 6/18 (https://www.elevatedsomatics.com/elevatedonline)

A recording of the class is sent to all registered persons whether or not you attend live. The recording is available for one week.

What does a group somatic movement class look like?

gift from me to you

Enjoy this somatic practice for nervous system support and let me know how it goes. If you enjoy this content, be sure to follow me on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/elevated_somatics/) and Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/) !

Thank you again for your support and continued curiosity!

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner PhD

Unwind and Recharge: Classes for May & June

Happy Spring Elevated Somatics Community!

Below you will find information for April in-person and virtual group somatic movement experiences, video portraying what a Hanna Somatic group class looks like, and a somatic practice from my tik tok page.

Hope to connect with you in one of these spaces -

Somatic Movement classes
April 2024

in person & online

The River Yoga | IN PERSON

Join me three Wednesdays in April: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 5:30 - 6:30 PM MDT, for my in-person Somatic Movement class (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757/appointment/28991644/calendar/6330784?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644) at The River Yoga in Sunnyside (https://www.weseektheriver.com/sunnyside) and reconnect with the simple joy of moving in your body.

Online Somatics Class | VIRTUAL

Don't live in Denver but want space to explore yourself in body, somatically. Join me virtually every Tuesday for my Somatic Class hosted on Zoom. Next classes are 4/16, 4/23, 4/30! If you cannot make it live, a recording will be sent to you and is available for all attendees for one week. Sign up below to hold your spot -

What does a group somatic movement class look like?

follow my journey on TIK TOK

I've been having fun and exploring simple somatic practices and ideas that you can incorporate or mediate on in your every day! Follow along and let me know how it goes -

Thank you again for your support and continued curiosity! Hope to see you at one of my upcoming classes with River Yoga or for a private session.

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner PhD

April Somatic Movement Classes!

At the core of the somatic practice I am trained in, is a series of simple movements designed to access, integrate, unwind and rebalance all of the major muscles in your body. Once learned, these movements can be done in about 15-20 minutes. I have been doing this practice for myself for two-decades now and continue to find benefits from it.

When I started this practice, I was suffering chronic pain, barely able to do 8-massages/week. My arms, neck, and shoulders were knotted up and would regularly spasm. I could barely move my neck and had nerve pain in my arms and hands. I felt arthritic and frail.

I am so glad I found this somatic practice as it has not only helped me resolve my own pain and tension, but it has given me the confidence to do physically demanding things; run marathons, bike long distances, play tennis, ski, swing my kids overhead again and again and again! In short, I don't worry anymore at all about what I do with my body.

I love sharing this with people because I know so many are struggling with their own tension and pain and looking for something to help.

For this reason, the professional association to which I belong, and which I serve as president of the board of directors, started offering a monthly class, free to the public, to give people a sample of this powerful work.

It's my turn to teach it tomorrow and I invite all of you to attend and to share this event with your friend, family, and loved ones!

join me at 4:30 Eastern Time and discover what somatics can do for you :).

Public Cat Stretch Classes — Association For Hanna Somatic Education®, Inc. Come to a free, live, online movement class taught by a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator. Learn the basic “Cat Stretch” series, as described by Thomas Hanna, the founder of Hanna Somatic Education in the book Somatics.

Somatic Movement classes this week

in person & online

3/20 | IN PERSON @ The River Yoga

Join me tomorrow, 3/20 for a special class time, 4:30 - 5:30 PM MDT, for my
in-person Somatic Movement class (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757/appointment/28991644/calendar/6330784?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=28991644) at The River Yoga in Sunnyside (https://www.weseektheriver.com/sunnyside) and reconnect with the simple joy of moving in your body.

If you can't make tomorrow's class - check out the remaining schedule:

APRL : 4/3, 4/10, 4/17

3/23 | ONLINE @ AHSE

Join me on Saturday, 3/23 @ 4:30 pm MDT for a free Hanna Somatic Education Experience: Public Cat Stretch Class (https://www.associationforhannasomaticeducation.com/public-classes) .

Learn the basic “Cat Stretch” series, as described by Thomas Hanna, the founder of Hanna Somatic Education, in the book Somatics.

60 minute class, plus an optional 15 minutes Q&A

Thank you again for your support and continued curiosity! Hope to see you at one of my upcoming classes with River Yoga or for a private session.

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner PhD

Somatic Movement Classes This Week!

I just discovered that the email I sent out the other day was linking to the wrong place. Here is the corrected email.

In addition to the online class on Tuesdays, you can now join me for an in-person Somatic Movement class (https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule/0accd757) at The River Yoga in Sunnyside (https://www.weseektheriver.com/sunnyside) and reconnect with the simple joy of moving in your body.

MOST WEDNESDAYS
5:45 PM – 6:45 PM MDT

FEB : 2/28
MAR : 3/6, 3/20
APRL : 4/3, 4/10, 4/17

RATE: Drop in $30, Pre-register for $25

What is Somatic Movement?

+ Mindful movements to help you develop greater awareness and control throughout your body
+ Trauma-informed to help you safely and gently unlock tension and promote healing
+ Accessible to all body types and movement abilities; even when working through an injury
+ An evidence-based practice to restore functional muscle tone and connect mind

SOMATIC listening

I had the great pleasure of chatting with Aimee Takya for her podcast: Free Your Soma: (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aimee322/episodes/Science--Somatics-and-the-Future-of-Mind-Body-Research-with-Dr--Gabriel-Posner-e2beoh0) Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aimee322/episodes/Science--Somatics-and-the-Future-of-Mind-Body-Research-with-Dr--Gabriel-Posner-e2beoh0) . In our episode: Science, Somatics and the Future of Mind-Body Research we explore the benefits of somatic education and building neural connections, movement as medicine via motor sensory re-education, and my own personal healing journey. Tune in below!

Thank you again for your support and continued curiosity! Hope to see you at one of my upcoming classes with River Yoga or for a private session.

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner PhD

Hey Denver! Same content but the links work now :)

In addition to the online class on Tuesdays, you can now join me for an in-person Somatic Movement class (https://courses.essentialsomatics.com/courses/fun-CO-Springs-Feb-2024?ref=3a13f3) at The River Yoga in Sunnyside (https://www.weseektheriver.com/sunnyside) and reconnect with the simple joy of moving in your body.

MOST WEDNESDAYS
5:45 PM – 6:45 PM MDT

FEB : 2/28
MAR : 3/6, 3/20
APRL : 4/3, 4/10, 4/17

RATE: Drop in $30, Pre-register for $25

What is Somatic Movement?

+ Mindful movements to help you develop greater awareness and control throughout your body
+ Trauma-informed to help you safely and gently unlock tension and promote healing
+ Accessible to all body types and movement abilities; even when working through an injury
+ An evidence-based practice to restore functional muscle tone and connect mind

SOMATIC listening

I had the great pleasure of chatting with Aimee Takya for her podcast: Free Your Soma: (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aimee322/episodes/Science--Somatics-and-the-Future-of-Mind-Body-Research-with-Dr--Gabriel-Posner-e2beoh0) Stories of Somatic Awakening and HOW-TO Live From The Inside Out (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aimee322/episodes/Science--Somatics-and-the-Future-of-Mind-Body-Research-with-Dr--Gabriel-Posner-e2beoh0) . In our episode: Science, Somatics and the Future of Mind-Body Research we explore the benefits of somatic education and building neural connections, movement as medicine via motor sensory re-education, and my own personal healing journey. Tune in below!

Thank you again for your support and continued curiosity! Hope to see you at one of my upcoming classes with River Yoga or for a private session.

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner PhD

Hey Denver! In-Person Somatic Movement Classes are Starting Soon.

Listen in on this recent conversation I had with one of my fantastic colleagues, Aimee Takaya! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aimee322/episodes/Science--Somatics-and-the-Future-of-Mind-Body-Research-with-Dr--Gabriel-Posner-e2beoh0?fbclid=IwAR0AdzdF5-VWwyMLjz3ThX0NFbNI8835ljFVqEohpHzGxHKN0LRfcYCc8Pw

Science, Somatics and the Future of Mind-Body Research with Dr. Gabriel Posner by Free Your Soma with Aimee Takaya The burgeoning field of Somatics offers a rich and beautiful array of modalities and experiences that give insight into issues such as pain, memories, trauma, joy, and our human consciousness. Gabriel Posner has been dedicated to the field of somatics since his mid-twenties when he discovered Hanna....

Hitting the road to start sharing more about how to blend somatic ideas and techniques into massage therapy. Share with any LMTs you know in the Annapolis area for my upcoming workshop in Maryland.

TikTok · Gabriel Posner Check out Gabriel Posner's video.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from
Elevated Somatics

Is it the end of 2023 already? The crisp cold air and trees bare of leaves indicate yes and I can’t help but notice that, no matter what I planned to do and how much of those plans were achieved, the year has come to an end. They say “time waits for no one” and I think that is supposed to make one feel a sense of guilt or a jolt in the butt to get moving. But for me, that feels like a bit of a relief. I don’t have to do anything particular to see a new year, other than live. And no matter what I did or did not do, each day and each year is a fresh start, and an opportunity for something new, different, or more of the same (which isn’t always a bad thing).

I’m so thankful for all the people who have allowed me to work with them this past year. I learn more from each of you and what you bring to my practice.

In 2024, I look forward to continuing to offer this unique work one-on-one at my Denver office and online. And, I look forward to restarting a regular in-person class here in Denver, in addition to my weekly online class on Tuesdays. Stay tuned for more details!

I also look forward to working more with Essential Somatics, offering public workshops, teacher trainings, and clinical practitioner training. The first of these will occur in February and registration is open now. Would you like to spend a weekend in Colorado Springs, immersing in somatic practice? Click here for more info and to register. (https://courses.essentialsomatics.com/courses/fun-CO-Springs-Feb-2024?ref=3a13f3)

GIFT from me, to YOU

I deeply appreciate each and every one of you for your support and participation in my practice this year.

Please enjoy this complimentary Hanna Somatic practice to unwind, find support, and presence as we shift into a new year.

SOMATIC musings

TO READ : The Creative Act (https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Act-Way-Being/dp/0593652886) by Rick Rubin

I don’t consider myself much of an artist, but I still found much in this book to connect with. Life itself is an act of creation and this book, for me, was an inspiration to the various projects I’m working on during this one blessed life I’m living.

TO LISTEN : Ali (https://open.spotify.com/track/1gs4tEnMMH6BlBsB8EEIjY?si=615bfdd1591149aa) by Vieux Farka Toure & Khuruangbin.

I’ve enjoyed for a long time now the music of African guitarist Ali Farka Toure. Ali’s son Vieux collaborated with the Texas-based Khruangin on this beautiful tribute album that has captivated my ears and made many trips to and from the mountains this year more enjoyable.

TO GO : paddling area of Chatfield Reservoir (https://paddling.com/paddle/locations/chatfield-reservoir)

Colorado has no lack of inspiring, beautiful places. One of my favorites from this past year was the paddling area of Chatfield Reservoir. Due to the amount of snow and then rain we received this past winter/spring, the water level in the reservoir was so high, many of the trees that normally are on dry land were submerged. We took out canoes and paddle boards there this summer and got lost in the mystical, mangrove-like drowned forest.

TO TRY : Downtown Denver Ice Rink at Skyline Park (https://www.winterindenver.com/rink)

If you enjoy ice skating outdoors like I do, maybe I will see you at the Downtown Denver ice rink at Skyline park. Last year I was working on my crossovers and this year I’m excited to figure out how to skate backwards :).

Thank you again for your care and support for me and my practice. I am looking forward to creating more embodied experiences and presence together in 2024!

In gratitude,
Gabriel Posner

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I’m sharing brief somatic practices over on Tik Tok. Check it out!

TikTok · Gabriel Posner Check out Gabriel Posner's video.

For the first time ever, the Association for Hanna Somatic Education will be offering a free hour-long class on Hanna Somatics. This is intended to be a monthly offering, and the first one is taught by Eleanor Criswell Hanna, my mentor and the director of the Novato Institute, where I was certified :). You are most welcome to register, share, and attend!

Public Cat Stretch Classes — Association For Hanna Somatic Education®, Inc. Come to a free, live, online movement class taught by a Certified Hanna Somatic Educator. Learn the basic “Cat Stretch” series, as described by Thomas Hanna, the founder of Hanna Somatic Education in the book Somatics.

I’ll be offering consultations and mini sessions at the Body Mind Spirit Celebration in Denver all weekend. Come check it out and stop by my booth!

Body Mind Spirit Celebration: The Festival of ALL Things Holistic.

“I feel like I could just go play!” - client today at the end of her session.

When was the last time it felt fun simply to be in your body? When you dive in to this somatic work, your body becomes once again a place of ease, comfort, and joy, something many of us haven’t felt since we were kids.

It doesn’t matter how old you are, start your own somatic journey today and see where it takes you.

A client no showed the other day. I wouldn’t normally be celebrating a no-show except that the reason he missed his appointment was that, after 4 sessions, his chronic pain had gone away and he had completely forgotten about our upcoming session.

Thankfully, no-shows are rare. Even more thankfully, people resolving their pain is not rare. This work is incredibly powerful.

If you or someone you know is struggling with chronic pain, don’t wait any longer. Set up a free consultation or just book an appointment.

I’m available for in-person sessions and also remote sessions over Zoom.

Given how effective this work is, I usually have plenty of room in my schedule, and often can get people in within 1-3 days.

One more day until this workshop at Nurture! A few tickets remain so if you want to go, you can still register.

Introduction to Somatic Movement This workshop takes a different approach to pain, tension, and movement dysfunction through the use of clinical somatic movements.

What makes Hanna Somatics so powerful? One of the things is the voluntary activation of an innate, natural and effortless way to reorganize your myofascial system. We call this pandiculation. If you haven't experience this yet, (and even if you have) check out Martha's free info session before starting a 7-weeks course of using pandiculation to release chronic tension and pain.

The Pandiculation Technique: Somatic Movement to Release Trauma Response & Chronic Pain A Free Video Event With the Founder of Essential Somatics® and Author of Move Without Pain Martha Peterson, CCSE

Now Available for Evening Appointments -

Now Available for Evening Appointments The upcoming somatic movement workshop at Nurture is about half booked. If you’re thinking about attending this event or know someone who is interested, now is a great time to reserve your spot.

Hi Denver, join me at Nurture a Wellcare Marketplace for a 2-hour Introduction to Somatics workshop, May 20th! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-somatic-movement-tickets-580853738167

Session prices are about to rise

Hi everybody. I hope you are doing well amidst the holiday season. I will be seeing clients and offering classes through the 21st of December and then will be closed until the 4th of January.

Also, in the New Year, I will be raising my prices for 1-on-1 sessions for the first time since 2015. I recently completed a Doctorate degree in Mind-Body Medicine and sense that through my studies and through continuing to refine my techniques over past 7 years I have become much more effective and efficient in my clinical sessions. Additionally, my office rent has steadily increased each year in Denver.

Starting January 4th, the price for a single session will be $140 and the price for a 3-session package will be $315. I will still be offering discounted sessions for healthcare workers and educators. If you would like to lock in the current price for future sessions, click on the link below where you can pre-purchase sessions and also buy Gift Certificates.

Thank you so much for your trust and support and I wish you the happiest, merriest, and healthiest of holidays!

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Good morning! at 10:30 M.T. today, I'll be giving a presentation on my dissertation. It was a descriptive, multiple case-study on Hanna Somatic Education. Open to all!

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Hanna Somatic Educator Learning Community - 4th Wednesday. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. The Hanna Somatic Education Learning Community is a monthly group that will be hosted by Ryan Moschell and the AHSE Education Committee. This group’s mission is to cultivate our members’ continued learning and deepen our community’s connection. All AHSE members are most welcome to attend. Toge...

Registration is open for this week's somatics class. You can attend live at 9:30 Tuesday. But whether or not you attend live, you'll have access to the recording for one week and can take it anytime, as many times as you'd like. https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule.php?fbclid=IwAR0PM-Qk3o6QIYOXRA2TsGEW32lqs_1jOl0pmkJtaoTxeNLpRJDJhwWXcs0

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https://mailchi.mp/5b0e50dc53ef/consistent-long-lasting-alleviation-of-my-pain

"Consistent, Long-Lasting Alleviation of my Pain" Elevated Somatics is open for business and in-person appointments can be booked at my Highlands office. However, because Hanna Somatic Education is about you making changes yourself, this work can effectively be conveyed over Zoom with either a 1-on-1 session or an online class. I’m currently offe...

Tuesday Morning Classes continue! After a very eventful summer of travel and finishing my doctoral study, I am back and ready for clients and classes. Register now for an upcoming Tuesday Somatics class from anywhere in the world. These classes are live at 9:30 M.T. but anyone registered will receive a link providing access to the class for one week. Space is limited, so sign up now!
https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule.php?fbclid=IwAR3FsuQlwJJlky26pL4SVViQmWgluobRLqd006gh-Ugb2okOgkxbpI7h2mY

Elevated Online — Elevated Somatics In-person sessions are great and I encourage you to come to my office for a one-on-one session when you can. However, since this work is educational, I can teach you quite effectively using video streaming technology or through recordings. Check out these online somatic education resources that you....

Continuing my weekly Tuesday class tomorrow. Join live at 9:30 or take the class anytime you like with the recording.
https://www.elevatedsomatics.com/elevatedonline

Elevated Online — Elevated Somatics In-person sessions are great and I encourage you to come to my office for a one-on-one session when you can. However, since this work is educational, I can teach you quite effectively using video streaming technology or through recordings. Check out these online somatic education resources that you....

Tomorrow (Tuesday) is the first weekly class of 2022! Will you be there? If you can't make it live, I'll be sending out the recording later in the day. So don't let your schedule stop you from experiencing (and hopefully enjoying) a mind-body connecting, tension-reducing, energy building, somatics class. https://elevatedsomatics.as.me/schedule.php

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Happy New Years and Announcing Virtual Weekly Classes - https://mailchi.mp/bedff93ef08a/happy-new-years-and-announcing-virtual-weekly-classes

Happy New Years and Announcing Virtual Weekly Classes Welcome to 2022! I don’t know about you, but after a couple of weeks relaxing with family and working on my winter layer with tasty (but heavy) holiday cooking I’m ready to get moving! Then again, I’m usually ready to get moving, so this is not much of a change.

Last call for the mid-summer somatics series. Today's focus will be on the hips. But given the proximity of the pelvis, directly in the middle of the body connecting to the spine and legs, this class will be about unwinding your whole soma! Recording going out to all attendees later in the day whether or not you can attend live.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zoom-class-happy-hips-tickets-163601700089?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Zoom Class - Happy Hips A Hanna Somatic movement class applying principles of mindfulness and neuroplasticity for pain relief and free movement