Garet Newell

Garet Newell   
  
   

Presentation

The Feldenkrais Method, created by Dr Moshe Feldenkrais (1904-1984) and influenced by his expertise in physics, mechanical engineering and judo, blends together the art and science of human movement.   Awareness through Movement lessons are a novel way of revealing the habits and patterns in everyday movements. It is the lack of awareness of these patterns, which can limit potential as well as contribute to problems of both mental and physical health.   The lessons range from the simple to the complex with the emphasis on awareness, and not on achievement. The sound mechanical and neurological principles behind the lessons are made easily accessible.   Many of the Awareness through Movement lessons are based on the organic learning of babies, where efficiency and not muscle strength makes learning new skills possible.   The Feldenkrais Method has a broad range of applications, from improving the skills of professionals (in fields such as dance, music, theatre and sports) to facilitating recovery from injuries, operations, or trauma. 
This lecture will be a combination of both presentation and demonstration. 
 

Biography

   
 
Garet originally studied for a in Degree in Art History and an MA degree in Dance. She discovered the Feldenkrais Method through her varied experiences in both movement and awareness. She was a student in Feldenkrais' final training in the US and Israel, from which she graduated in 1983.Teaching in London since 1984 and through her many years of teaching at the International Workshop Festival, to the performing artist, she has been instrumental in introducing the Method to a wide audience.
Garet co-directed the first Feldenkrais training in the UK, which began in London in 1987 and has gone on to direct four successful trainings in Lewes since.
In 1996 she became one of the first Europe based Trainers.
She brings her extensive experience to her Feldenkrais courses along with her innovative thinking and creativity. Garet is currently directing the 5th Sussex training course, which is in its second year. A new training course will start in Lewes, August 2008.