Somatics for Life with Martha Carter
A series of afternoon workshops in person at the OHM Yurt
3 x Saturdays – January 18, March 29 and May 10
About the WORKSHOPS
“More movement is more life!”, Thomas Hanna.
Do your joints ache? Does your back hurt?
Do you have shoulder issues? Or maybe you have difficult walking? Would you like to learn a way to help yourself live without pain? If so, then these workshops are for you!
Give yourself the gift of knowledge of how to release tension from your body. Join Martha in the beautiful OHM yurt for these three relaxing afternoon workshops where you will learn a series of simple movement sequences that lead to optimal ease and pain-free mobility. Based on the work of neuroscientist and physiologist Thomas Hanna (1928-1990), these workshops are appropriate for all levels and bodies.
No experience required.
The movements taught in these workshops are extremely gentle, mostly done on the floor with mats and blankets, often with eyes closed.
Come and give it a try. But beware, it might change your life!
Workshop #1 – Saturday, January 18, 2025, 1-5pm
Introduction to our reflex patterns: Exploring breath, Alignment and Release
Workshop #2 – Saturday, March 29, 2025, 1-5pm
Finding ease in the torso: Releasing shoulders, hips and lower back
Workshop #3 – Saturday, May 10, 2025, 12-4pm
Strengthening from the inside out: Finding strength, balance and ease in walking
Each workshop includes:
-two movement experiences (1hr15 mins each),
-2 short breaks with tea and snacks
-Q&A and closing circle.
Testimonials
“This technique has saved me. It’s like a miracle how my chronic hip pain is gone for the first time in years!” TM
“Ever since I started doing Somatics, my body feels freer, and my bad lower back is finally behaving itself.” CH
“I can’t believe how much Somatics has changed my life for the better. It’s amazing to have access to this tool that I can learn to do on my own on a regular basis. Something that is simple and makes a huge difference – It empowers me over my discomfort, giving me something very specific to do to help myself.“ AC
Take one, two or all three for maximum benefit!
Recordings will be available afterwards for those who cannot attend in person.
Cost:
$80 per workshop
Attendance: In-person at The Yurt
Starting in Spring!
Gentle Sunday Yoga with Martha Carter
(Presented by TWiSTED Outreach Project)
ABOUT THE CLASS
Stay in your pyjamas! Bring your coffee! Do it with your family!
Come and join Martha, friends and family for a stimulating Sunday starter. All you need to do is either connect your computer to the internet and place it in front of a space where you can stretch out on a yoga mat.
From there, you can easily follow along as this class is gentle yet just the right amount of challenge for all levels and body types.
Each class starts sitting in a chair for some deep breathing and gentle stretching. This is followed by more dynamic movement which leads into restorative relaxation on the floor. From there, your Sunday has begun.
Martha loves teaching this weekly class to friends and family around the world. It’s not only a great way to start the day, but also a wonderful way to stay connected regularly while sharing a common quest for health and wellness and fun.
Dates: Sundays
April 13
April 20
May 4
May 11
May 25
Time: 10:00AM – 11:00AM
Attendance: Online
ABOUT MARTHA
Martha is a therapeutic movement specialist for all bodies, including scoliosis and spinal fusions. She offers classes, workshops and retreats in Gentle Yoga, Yoga for Scoliosis, and Essential Somatics™. Synthesizing her knowledge as a dance artist with her love of therapeutic methods, she guides participants to discover increased strength, length, alignment and mindfulness in the whole soma—body, mind and soul. Her welcoming approach is accessible to all levels and abilities. Martha is a certified teacher of both Yoga for Scoliosis based on the teachings of Elise Browning Miller, and Essential Somatics™ based on the work of Thomas Hanna. She has also studied Energy Medicine and Trauma Release techniques, which she weaves into all her classes to help participants with pain relief while enhancing their movement potential. Martha is the founder and director of Twisted Outreach Project for Back Care and Scoliosis (TOPS), a Canadian-based non-profit that provides a range of holistic and creative approaches to working with back care and scoliosis.
Emergence Spring Retreat with Tanya Harmon
April 3 – 6 at the OHM Yurt
About the RETREAT
E-mer-gence: the process of coming into being, becoming known, unfolding, coming in to light.
Slow down, connect, and nurture your well-being.
Welcome to a retreat, where the gentle embrace of nature meets the transformative power of self-care. Join Tanya on a holistic experience designed to revitalize your body, mind, and spirit. Immerse yourself in the calming presence of nature’s tranquility, indulge in gentle movement, nourishing food, and peaceful moments.
During our time together, we’ll delicately tend to both body and mind through a fusion of somatic yoga practices—ranging from invigorating to restorative. Silence, stillness, connection, breath, sound, and grounding will weave seamlessly into your retreat experience. Together, let’s gently awaken to our inner selves, harmonize our nervous systems, and nurture a renewal of strength, kindness, and resilience.
Don’t miss out – secure your spot and experience three days of bliss!
Dates: April 3 – 6
Attendance: In-person at The Yurt
