SCHOOL FOR BODY-MIND CENTERING® YOGA IMMERSION SERIES
The Basic Neurocellular Patterns with an Embryological Foundation in the Practice of Yoga: The Later Prevertebrate and Spinal Vertebrate Patterns
Central Axis, Moving Into Form and the Development of Self
THIS ONLINE SERIES offers 50+ hours of EMBODIED LEARNING. The live module has ended, but the recorded classes and supplemental material are now available for purchase. With unlimited access, you can move at your own pace, and enjoy practicing the classes as often as you like.
SCHOOL FOR BODY-MIND CENTERING® YOGA IMMERSION SERIES:
The Basic Neurocellular Patterns with an Embryological Foundation in the Practice of Yoga:
The Later Prevertebrate and Spinal Vertebrate Patterns
Central Axis, Moving Into Form and the Development of Self
THIS NEW ONLINE MODULE is composed of recorded livestream classes, plus additional bonus yoga classes to continue your integration. A total of 50+ hours of embodied learning, in an easy online library format to access as often as you wish.
Live Stream Class / 20 Recorded Classes / 38 hours. These classes were originally presented live and recorded. They are an active combination of presentation, somatization and movement exploration, principles of embodiment and application, with time for discussion and questions.
Pre-Recorded Class / Ten 75-minute Classes / 12 hours. These classes are designed to continue your integration of the material presented in each section. Classes are embodied explorations of yoga with application of material to asana, sequencing, breath, meditation and philosophy.
Lisa Clark EmbodiYoga® is licensed by Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen to offer the School for Body-Mind Centering® Yoga Immersion Series. Body-Mind Centering®, BMC®, are registered service marks of Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen.
THE BASIC NEUROCELLULAR PATTERNS
In The Practice Of Yoga
The Basic Neurocellular Patterns establish a foundation on which we build our movement, physical, perceptual, emotional and cognitive process. They guide our interaction with gravity and space, our sense of self, our relationship with others and the environment.
Each movement pattern is a reference point to experientially explore and gain insights into your practice. They provide a valuable insight into gaps in integration and alignment, and new perspectives on sequencing and asana choice. Once fully embodied they allow us to enter with more ease into the fullness of our being, and to live our lives with greater confidence, flexibility and presence.
The Later Prevertebrate and Spinal Vertebrate Patterns: Central Axis, Moving Into Form and the Development of Self
This module explores the bridge between the Later Prevertebrate and Spinal Vertebrate Patterns. We will explore the transition from radial symmetry organized around the navel, to the formation of our central vertical core around the longitudinal axis. The vertical axis is composed of three tubular structures: gut tube, notochord, and neural tube. These patterns manifest as softness, flexibility, and strength in our bodies, flowing easily yet turgidly strong. They provide us with a sense of inner calm and effortlessness, and create the foundation for the later development of our arms and legs.
Mouthing through the gut tube initiates the vertical axis from the front. In this pattern the mouth/head becomes the leading limb of the upper body and the anus/tail becomes the locomotor limb of the lower body. Together they create an undulating vertical axis, resulting in bisymmetry of the body.
In Prespinal we will explore the notochord as the central channel in the exact center of the body. It is the organizational unit of the body and is the foundation for the development of the vertebral column. The neural tube develops the vertical axis from the back of the body and is the basis for the development of our sensitive nervous system. This pattern creates our inner soft quiet spine.
Spinal is the first vertebrate pattern. In the creation of the vertebral column the bony vertebrae wrap around the notochord and neural tube. This provides containment, protection, and strength to our inner fluidity, softness, and sensitivity within our vertical axis. Movement initiated in the spine provides the foundation for the movement of our arms and legs.
Embryological Foundations: To deepen our embodiment of the later prevertebrate and spinal vertebrate patterns, we will explore the embryological three layers of the body and the structures and consciousness that manifest through our vertical axis.
Also Included In This Module
Pre-Recorded Yoga Classes:
75-Minute Classes / 10 Hours
These classes are designed to support your continued integration of the Body-Mind Centering® & Yoga material presented each weekend. Classes are embodied explorations of yoga with application of principles to asana, breath, meditation, and philosophy. Classes are taught by course faculty.
Basic Neurocellular Patterns, Exploring Developmental Movement
To support your learning we suggest Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen’s book Basic Neurocellular Patterns, Exploring Developmental Movement. Available in print and e-book formats, it can be purchased here:
WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR?
The principles and techniques learned in this course can be used for personal development and for professional enhancement. We recommended it for anyone interested in movement, dance, yoga, bodywork, somatic studies, education, meditation, and other body-mind disciplines.
No previous experience with Body-Mind Centering® or Yoga is necessary for this course.
FACULTY
Our faculty are professional practitioners and teachers of Body-Mind Centering® with decades of dedication and experience integrating Yoga & Body-Mind Centering®. They bring to their classes rich diverse backgrounds in the fields of yoga, therapy, somatics, movement, and meditation.
The faculty for the Later Prevertebrate and Spinal Vertebrate Patterns: The Central Axis, Moving Into Form and the Development of Self are Lisa Clark, Roxlyn Moret, Patty Townsend, Michal Yarkoni, Bob Lehnberg, and Gale Turner.
PRICING $425
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Exploring The Basic Neurocellular Patterns & Embryology in the Practice of Yoga