Testimonials from Nick Strauss-Klein’s ATM class students:

“Superbly beneficial.”

“Try it — you’ll love it! The physical and emotional benefits are priceless.”

“I always feel better afterwards.”

“[I can] transfer what is learned to life experiences outside the classroom.”

“[Nick] explains why being aware of your body in relation to movement is vitally important. His teaching style gives confidence.”

Testimonials from Nick’s Functional Integration one-on-one students:

“I was relatively unfamiliar with Feldenkrais
when I had the opportunity to work with Nick. As a chiropractor who
takes fairly good care of my frame, I was curious to see how the
lessons could benefit my body. During each lesson, Nick helped me feel
and understand the patterns of tension I had created and upheld in
day-to-day living. As a result of Nick’s gentle guidance, I left
feeling more balanced, more naturally at ease, and with a greater
connection to my body. I would whole-heartedly encourage anyone
seeking greater range of motion, release of tension, or an increased
sense of fluidity and grace to experience theFeldenkrais
Methodwith Nick. He is an excellent practitioner, and I thank him
for his help!” — Bari, 27, chiropractor

“After just a few lessons I have increased awareness
of my body movementhabits. I can now consciously choose different
motions to develop improvedhabits that help me move more effectively
to avoid muscle stress and pain.” — Renae, 51, industrial
hygienist

“Nick helped my whole body to work better. The
stiffness in my joints and muscles that I experience due to
Fibromyalgia were alleviated. I stood taller and walked with more
confidence after each session.” — Bethany, 29, teacher”

“I enjoyed three remarkableFeldenkrais
sessions with Nick Strauss-Klein this summer. I have arthritis in both
knees and two artificial hips, and I needed Nick’s help to make
walking easier, pleasanter and more nearly pain-free. Nick delivered.
His gentle touch and total command of Feldenkrais taught me to walk
from my neck down, not from my hips or knees. That would have made no
sense to me before my sessions with Nick, but now I find myself
walking more easily and sure-footedly, with a sense of integration
between my legs and the rest of myself. Nick quickly observed the
smallest nuances in the way I was carrying myself and my old habits of
moving, and, after just two sessions, I could change my gait and
balance and find walking truly enjoyable. Nick explained the process,
cheerfully answered my questions, and took personal interest and
delight in my progress. I have been recommending him to some of my
friends, and I enjoy their thank-yous when they have the same
wonderful experiences that I’ve had.” — Yosi, 65, rabbi

“Each week I noticed improvements in my physical experience. My chronic back pain was alleviated and I was able to move to a sitting position with ease and grace. It had been 3 years since I had been able to do so.”

“As of Feb. 2007, a year had passed since I had experienced heart failure and had been hospitalized at NYU… I know that the Feldenkrais classes have made the most dramatic contributions to my feeling better and dealing with life’s challenges with more confidence. I learn to be more aware and gentle in my movements and in cultivating flexibility, balance, and harmony in my daily life. I look forward to many more wonderful realizations and a growing respect for the substance and authenticity of the Feldenkrais teachings as a learning experience in holistic healing of the individual… Thank you, Nick, for being a skilled, compassionate Feldenkrais teacher…” — Mary, librarian

[After passing the American Guild of Organists Certification Exam] “Your instruction in the Feldenkrais Method was instrumental in my success. Whenever I fell into the mentality of ‘no pain no gain’ or ‘more is always better’ I remembered the philosophy of Feldenkrais: that it’s the quality of the movement rather than the volume of effort or work performed which ensures maximal learning and benefit.” — Chris, organist

[Resume and extensive references from students, mentors, and teachers available upon request.]

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