November Soma: Awakening the Spine
in collaboration with Echo Elliott
2-5.30pm on Saturday 29th November
Soul Studio in London, UK
Our spine is so much more than a simple backbone—it holds the spinal river, a river of tremendous strength and potential that flows through the spinal shaft. In this fourth instalment of Monthly Soma we’ll look to create freedom and fluidity within the spine.
What is Monthly Soma?
These monthly half-day retreats aim to create a space where we’re able to deepen our connection to ourselves through ‘embodiment practices’ such as somatic movement, Yin yoga and sound baths. Embodiment practices use the body as a tool for healing by increasing our self-awareness, self-regulation and self-acceptance. By gifting ourselves this intentional moment to pause each month we allow time to self-reflect, to gather momentum and often return to daily life with more focus.
What is Somatic movement?
Somatics is a movement practice that focuses on the internal perception of the body, emphasising how something feels rather than how it looks. The often free-form, creative and exploratory nature of somatic movement can put us quite far out of our comfort zone if we’re more used to going from one familiar pose to another. These half-day retreats are specifically aimed at giving you a gradual introduction to the central ideas of somatics and will encourage you to reconnect to your body’s innate intelligence. You’ll learn to harness mindful attention and gentle movement to heighten awareness of your Self and your sensations. Many will also uncover an increased ease and range of motion, improved flexibility and coordination. This method of movement has proven benefits for professional athletes, actors, dancers, martial artists, as well as those working around pain and/or physical limitations. All levels of experience will be most welcome.
Monthly Soma half-day retreats are priced as follows:
£40 Early bird (before 31st October) | £45 Standard
Please make sure you fully understand Soul Studios terms and conditions before booking.
Details.
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The somatic movement and yoga on offer will be suitable for all as I’ll be offering guidance, modifications and progressions to suit different needs.
We’ll also have time to work with injuries, health conditions and physical limitations.
This event is for you if:
You need time to unwind and relax
You have a yoga practice and would like to deepen your embodied understanding
You’re new to yoga, but open-minded about what it can do for you
You want to feel more at home in your body
You’re looking to re-connect with yourself
You want to experience positive connections with others
You want to experience the peace, stillness and creativity of a relaxed mind
Please email me if you have any questions about whether this retreat is right for you.
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Soul Studio is located at Berkeley Works, Berkley Grove, London NW1 8XY - please check google maps to find your best travel connection.
BY TUBE: The nearest underground station is Chalk Farm (6 mins walk to venue) which is on the Edgware branch of the Northern Line.
BY OVERGROUND: The nearest overground station is Kentish Town West (16 mins walk to the venue).
BY TRAIN: The nearest railway station is Kings Cross St. Pancras (14 mins travel time to venue).
BY BUS: Soul Studio is served by bus routes 1, C11, 24, 27, 29, 31, 46, 86, 88, 134, 141, 214, 253, 274, 393.
BY BIKE: There is plenty of bike parking close to the venue for those wishing to cycle.
BY CAR: You could look for nearby on-street parking or use one of the three nearest car parks which are all operated by JustPark, allowing you to book in advance.
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Allow plenty of travel time to accommodate for potential delays and have a wonder through Primrose Hill if you happen to arrive early.
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Please wear comfortable clothing that allows for full freedom of movement. Bring a cosy layer and warm socks for the sound bath as well as a refillable bottle of water.
Filtered water, teas and snacks will be available at the event.
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Primrose Hill is a wonderfully scenic part of London - if you’ve never visited before I’d suggest giving yourself some extra time to explore and certainly take in the best view of London at the top of the hill.
SHOPS: Every Saturday from 9.30am-2.30pm the Primrose Hill Food Market takes place along Elsworthy Road and Elsworthy Court.
After stopping off at the market you could wander along Primrose Hill’s main shopping street, Regent's Park Road - a picturesque street with a village-like feel and many independent shops.
BRUNCH: Alma, Arvo, Greenberry Café, Ripe and Roots.
DINNER: Home Kitchen, Lemonia, Lume, Manna, Michael Nadra and Oka.
DRINKS: The Engineer, The Lansdowne Pub, The Princess of Wales or The Queen’s Pub.