structural integration workshop & demonstration: sunday, 18 july 2010

i am happy to announce that there will be a structural integration workshop & demonstration next sunday, 18 july, taught by santiago pinto. the workshop will be from 12pm – 2pm and the cost is 10 euros. please note that this will be an informational workshop only, providing an introduction to the rolfing method and what is usually entailed in a treatment session.

please pre-register at santiago@bahnhof.se or 650 432 005.

*Structural Integration or Rolfing is a hands-on technique, which enhances body awareness and corrects imbalances, improving one’s posture to help achieve a greater sense of well-being and perform to one’s full potential. It’s a perfect companion for Yoga practitioners and will help in deepening one’s practice.

*In this workshop, we will explain how we analyze body patterns and the inherent possibilities that may be achieved through this technique. We will also look at some videos to understand some of the underlying principles of the structural integration system.

*During this workshop, we will perform an introductory session on a volunteer (worth 50€) to demonstrate this technique. As in Yoga, breathing is the core. The first session in Structural Integration works to free up the breathing. Each session nor-mally starts with an evaluation of the client, both walking and standing still, after which specific therapeutic goals are set. The client then receives treatments on a massage table. The full experience of structural integration is composed of ten treatment sessions. All participants of the workshop, who sign up for the 10 session treatment process or for individual sessions, will receive a discount.

*The benefits gained through Structural Integration are both physical and psycho-logical. People often appear slimmer and taller after the process. Pain and discomfort are frequently alle-viated. One attains improved balance, a feeling of lightness, and an increased breathing capacity.

*Santiago Pinto studied in Saõ Paulo, Brasil at the International School of Structural Integration, under the guidance of Nilce Silveira. He also has a certificate in Classic Swedish Massage as well in Acupressure Massage. He is a member of the IASI. He currently works in Barcelona and Stockholm.

take care and see you soon! much love and peace... namaste, hojung