Danny Burke did a wonderful job of combining and intertwining Hanna Somatic Education movements with Somatic Yoga. Somatic Yoga follows the same principles as Hanna Somatics, and there is no stretching. He guided us to move slowly, within our comfort zone, and to pay attention to our internal experience. After our initial body scan Danny led us in a 5 count breathing exercise to bring us into a calm, relaxed state. He often used intentional breathing between movements. From Somatic Yoga he added, for example, standing movements and movements for strength and balance. Whether he was leading more traditional Hanna Somatic movements or Somatic Yoga poses, called asanas, his cadence was wonderfully calm and well paced.

5/4/24 Zoom Class: Somatic Yoga and Hanna Somatics, Guest Presenter Danny Burke

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Disclaimer: These recordings are for educational purposes only.  Please do all somatic movements comfortably, slowly, and without pain or force. Please consult appropriate medical or health care providers if you have any concerns about whether the movements are suitable for you, especially if you are dealing with an illness or injury, are pregnant, or have other health, balance or mobility issues.

5/4/24 Zoom Class: Somatic Yoga and Hanna Somatics, Guest Presenter Danny Burke

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