Awareness Through Movement
What is Awareness Through Movement®?
It is a group class where a Certified Practitioner guides the students through a series of movements that can range from easy to more challenging, but always in a way that cherishes the exploratory process and within the comfort levels of those in the class.
The students may be asked to stand, walk, lie on the mats or sit on chairs during the ATM class. Where a student cannot take on the baseline position (e.g. lying on the stomach), the ATM teacher will offer other positions within the person’s comfort zone from which to try the movement.
Unlike some other modalities, the teacher does not partake in the movements during class, but instead, observes the students so that timely vocal/physical assistance can be made.
Through gentle exploration, the students grow in their ability to make distinctions, including their habits and movements that are unnecessary for what one intends to enact. As self-awareness grows, the students start to explore movement options that offer more ease. Ultimately, the students find themselves moving effortlessly and efficiently, consciously choosing from movement options that purely cater to the purpose it is intended to fulfil.
The Nature of ATM classes
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rest
No need to do everything the class is asked to explore. Need a rest? Listen to your body and take a rest whenever you need to during class.
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revel in exploration
Confused by the rather open instructions? The lessons are taught in a way to encourage exploration. So take the opportunity to try many ways of doing a movement.
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Small movements
ATM classes are aimed to train your nervous system. The smallest movement you require to feel something happening is always a great place to start.
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Feel the Difference
Not all ATMs speak to every single student, but be prepared to feel the changes. Some ATMs are known to produce profound difference!
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Embrace your individuality
ATM is all about nurturing your own movement. It is not about powering through and forcing an outcome. Stay within your own comfort levels and you may be surprised!
BOOK Your spot in our upcoming ATM class.
Awareness Through Movement classes for 2025 have yet to be announced.
If you are interested, please contact Cherry so that she can put you on her mailing list to let you know.
The farm studio can only take up to 7 participants, so bring a friend and make sure you grab your spots!
FAQs
What to wear?
Please wear a comfortable athleisure that are not too restrictive.
What to bring?
Please bring a big towel that can be rolled up for use during ATM.
You may also consider a bottle of water, and perhaps a notebook if you are keen on making a journal.
You can bring your own mats, or clean mats can be provided at the studio.
am i ok to join?
ATM classes cater to all ages and people of various physical states. So that Cherry can be ready to cater to your specific needs, please fill in the enrollment forms. Cherry will be in touch with you to clarify your requirements.