Ortho-Bionomy® 2021- 2022 Classes
Ortho-Bionomy is a gentle, non-invasive, osteopathically-based form of body therapy which is highly effective in working with chronic stress, injuries and pains or problems associated with postural and structural imbalances. The practitioner uses gentle movements and positions of the body to facilitate the change of stress and pain patterns. A strong focus is placed on the comfort of the individual, no forceful manipulations are used. The practitioner also suggests home exercises that individuals can do to further facilitate the neuromuscular re-education process begun in the session. Ortho-Bionomy is very effective in helping alleviate both acute and chronic pain and stress patterns by reducing chronic muscle tension, soothing the joints, increasing flexibility, improving circulation, and relaxing the entire body.
Ortho-Bionomy was developed by Dr. Arthur Lincoln Pauls, a British osteopath, who wanted to find a way to work with the body which honored the body's inherent wisdom. From his experience as a Judo instructor and through his training as an osteopath, he found ways of working with the body by exaggerating the body's preferred postures, thereby permitting the body's self-healing process to create greater balance and alignment. He discovered that by working WITH the body and not against it, the body could find balance on its own without having to use force to correct it. Dr. Pauls began teaching this work in the United States in 1976, and taught Ortho-Bionomy extensively throughout Europe.
The term "Ortho-Bionomy" comes from "ortho" meaning correct or straight, "bio" meaning life, and "nomy" meaning the laws of or study of. Dr. Pauls defined the term then as "the correct application of the laws of life." He stated "[Ortho-Bionomy] is really about understanding your whole life cycle. Naturally, we focus on the structure because that is the literal skeleton upon which our life is built. When your structure works right, your circulation works better, you feel better, you think better." (Kain and Berns, 1992) |
Cranial I
Posterior Vault & Sphenobasilar Junction taught by Denise Deig, Advanced Instructor September 10th - 12th, 2021 Friday - Sunday Indianapolis, IN Daily 9:00 am to 6:00 pm 24 Contact Hours NCBTMB 24 Credits Phase 4 and Phase 5 are a Prerequisite for Cranial I (or with permission of instructor). In this 3 Day Class the basics of the Cranio-Sacral Mechanism will be presented from the perspective of Indirect work. In preparation for Cranial PRT we will address the anatomical specifics and releases for C1 & C2 or Atlas/Axis, Sacral Joint & Ligaments, and the Horizontal Fibers or Diaphragms of the Body. We will address the Posterior Vault of the Cranium with specific releases for the Occiput & the Parietals as well as the Primary Sutures of the Skull. We will also address the primary driver or “Joint” of the Cranium, the Sphenobasilar Junction (Basilar Portion of the Occiput/Sphenoid). ______________________ Canceled: To reschedule in 2022 Cranial II Facial Bones & Temporal Mandibular Joint taught by Denise Deig, Advanced Instructor June 5th - 6th, 2020 Friday - Sunday Indianapolis, IN Daily 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Cranial I is a prerequisite for Cranial II. The Sphenoid Bone, or Anterior component of the S/B Junction, and it's function is the primary driver or determinate for all of the Facial Bones. We will first review the function of the S/B Junction learned in Cranial I, and use it for ongoing assessment during this 3 Day Class. We will address each Facial Bone and all of it's articulations during this Class, from an Ortho-Bionomy and Positional Release perspective. In addition to the Sphenoid Bone, this will include; Frontal, Ethmoid, Lacrimal, Nasal, Vomer, Zygoma, Maxilla (Palate), Palatine, and Mandible Bones. These frontal bones constitute the Orbit of the Eye, the body structure of the Nose, and the foundation of the Mouth. The Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ) is a highly complex joint which has extraordinary demands placed upon it in the course of daily living. Eating and talking are two of its functions, which are vital to life. We will start by treating Muscles which have an influence or attachment on the TMJ. To Register: Center for Ortho-Bionomy® Indiana (COBI) Contact Keri Brown for further information Registration: (317) 446-1559 or Keri.cobi@gmail.com |
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Phase 5 & Phase 6 January 2022
2 Days Phase 5 & 2 Days Phase 6
San Luis Obispo, California
taught by Denise Deig, Advanced OB Instructor
(Dates and Exact Location to be Announced)
9:30 am - 6:00 pm Daily
Phase 5
This Phase 5 Class is the essence of Ortho-Bionomy bodywork. As we begin to learn increasingly more subtle yet powerful aspects of touch, positioning and movement, our command of the principles and practice will grow and expand in ourselves and in our practices. Additional Reflexes will be presented to increase our capacity to observe and interact with clients.
Phase 6
Phase 6 is an Energetic Application of the Principles, Techniques, and Practices we have learned in Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ortho-Bionomy Classes. In Phase 6, we primarily work with the Etheric Body, Aura, Subtle Bodies or Energy Field of the client. At times, we will have our hands on our client’s physical body, but most of the interface occurs in the field (off the body).
Early Rate
(by October 15th, 2021)
$300/Class (Phase 5 or 6) $450/Both Classes Phase 5 & 6
Regular Rate
(after October 15th, 2021)
$350/Class (Phase 5 or 6) $550/Both Classes Phase 5 & 6
Local Contact for more information: Flanagan MacKenzie at
flanamac@gmail.com or (805) 784-0745 or www.FlanaganMacKenzie.com
Phase 5 & Phase 6 Classes Each 16 Contact Hours (NCBTMB 16 Credits)
Phase 5 & Phase 6 January 2022
2 Days Phase 5 & 2 Days Phase 6
San Luis Obispo, California
taught by Denise Deig, Advanced OB Instructor
(Dates and Exact Location to be Announced)
9:30 am - 6:00 pm Daily
Phase 5
This Phase 5 Class is the essence of Ortho-Bionomy bodywork. As we begin to learn increasingly more subtle yet powerful aspects of touch, positioning and movement, our command of the principles and practice will grow and expand in ourselves and in our practices. Additional Reflexes will be presented to increase our capacity to observe and interact with clients.
Phase 6
Phase 6 is an Energetic Application of the Principles, Techniques, and Practices we have learned in Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ortho-Bionomy Classes. In Phase 6, we primarily work with the Etheric Body, Aura, Subtle Bodies or Energy Field of the client. At times, we will have our hands on our client’s physical body, but most of the interface occurs in the field (off the body).
Early Rate
(by October 15th, 2021)
$300/Class (Phase 5 or 6) $450/Both Classes Phase 5 & 6
Regular Rate
(after October 15th, 2021)
$350/Class (Phase 5 or 6) $550/Both Classes Phase 5 & 6
Local Contact for more information: Flanagan MacKenzie at
flanamac@gmail.com or (805) 784-0745 or www.FlanaganMacKenzie.com
Phase 5 & Phase 6 Classes Each 16 Contact Hours (NCBTMB 16 Credits)