Hanna Somatic Education (Somatic Movement classes in the tradition of Thomas Hanna Ph.D.) — In-person Learning

Weekly Somatic Movement Classes

Somatic Movement classes take place at Cranberry Hall, Powell River, B.C. on Wednesday mornings. In class we explore the regular Hanna Somatics based movements each week, but in different sequences and with varying differentiations (our brains learn by noticing differences — we don’t ever want our practice to become habitual as then our brains aren’t learning anything new!) How we explore the movements is key. The emphasis is on exploration, play, curiosity and kindness. As somas we exist in time, there’s always something new to sense and become aware of! I am committed to ongoing training and am continually learning more to bring to my classes, via exploring and learning from my own nervous system and in formal training (most recently with Elizabeth Wakley CCSE, Somatic Movement for Life Calgary).

Once enrolled in this class series, you will receive my 20 page Somatic Movement Home Practice Guide in PDF format

Classes operate in a series format (details below) in Autumn, Winter and Spring. 

Cost: $16 per 75 minute class. Your somatic process is an integral part of your wellbeing. Sliding scale pricing available.

Winter 2025 Class Dates: 

Wednesdays 10 - 11:15am at Cranberry Hall, Powell River

January 8th - March 26th (no classes Jan. 22nd, 29th and Feb. 5th)

Price: $144 for the nine-class series (NEW! includes some recorded classes to keep for home practice)

To enquire/register please email Emma at sunshinesomatics.com or call 604-3887116

Workshops

Upcoming workshops to be announced

One-on-one Sessions 

One-on-one sessions provide the opportunity to look at what is happening for you as a unique and individual soma. Together, we steadily expand your somatic awarenesses, starting with where you are right now, as we all come to this practice at different points in our lives with different needs. In our session we consider a combination of aspects such as your movement patterns, health concerns, injuries, lifestyle and mobility, and tailor the session accordingly to develop your somatic awareness in a safe, honest, mindful and compassionate way. Once you feel ready, my Wednesday morning class is the place in which you can develop your practice further (and of course, at home).

Five-Session Bundle: This package is ideal for both those just beginning their somatic journey and students who attend class regularly. Cost: $350

One Session: Sessions run 60-75mins and we will tailor our sessions to your requests and needs. Cost: $75

Sessions take pace at my home or yours (online also an option).

Discovery Call

If you are curious about learning Somatics and would like to know a bit more before working together, I offer a free 45 minute

Discovery Call. This can be on the phone or online via Zoom.

Please email Emma at sunshinesomatics@gmail.com to register.

For me the benefits of Somatics have been way beyond what I thought possible. Much of that is due to Emma’s training and skill as an instructor.  She is very precise and clear, her voice soothing and light, her examples personal and shared with humour.

Ann Trousdell, qathet BC

I have been impressed at how the Somatics classes have improved my posture and my ease of movement. This type of body education was new to me and I’m glad I found out about it. Emma’s sunny nature and gentle wit enhance her teaching of Somatics.

Kristin Walker, qathet BC

I have been taking Emma’s Somatic Movement classes since she began offering them five years ago.  I became interested in Somatic Movement when I turned 60 years of age, as I wanted to be proactive in managing muscular and joint body pain that I was beginning to experience, and I did not want my body pain to become a chronic physical condition.  In Emma’s classes, I learned how our bodies, our minds, and our muscles can be ‘trained’ to eliminate or reduce pain, and improve our overall health and well-being.  Through Emma’s expert education about how our Sensory Motor Nervous System works, along with the Somatic Movement techniques she teaches, I quickly noticed remarkable improvements in my muscles and joints, and a significant reduction in my muscular and joint pains.   I have also noticed a vast improvement in my co-ordination, flexibility, balance, and increased range of motion.  Another advantage of Somatic Movement, is the regulation of the Central Nervous System, which includes, our increased ability to regulate low moods and intense emotions, as well as the ability to achieve a state of calm and deep relaxation.  I highly recommend Emma’s Somatic Movement classes for all ages, as these movement techniques are a natural and healthy way to prevent, reduce, and/or reverse chronic body pain, as well, you will develop more control over your own body and mind, while improving your overall health and well-being.

All The Best In Your Journey to Good Health!

Chris Drummond, Registered Clinical Counsellor, qathet BC