Feldenkrais Institute of New York

I took the 3-​day July 4^th Feldenkrais Retreat and had a great time immersing myself in this unique movement therapy. The Retreat is a series of guided practices taught by two of the Institutes founders. Movement is performed in a spacious studio on mats. Movement is slow relaxed and mindful. Most of the participants were age 30 and above. The public classes and workshops are intriguing. I would recommend a class or two for anyone who works in the health fitness and wellness industry. I would definitely consider doing the Retreat again. Another Retreat participant told me he never needed another massage after switching to Feldenkrais treatments. The treatment tables in the private studios looked like massage tables set about 18 inches off the floor.

Wow!!! This method is really really awesome. It’s kind of like yoga or PT for super duper lazy people with amazing results. I went to the Open Class for my first class and we did eye movements. I had no idea what I was getting myself into, but when I walked out I felt like I was floating. It was AWESOME!!! I went to my second class today which was a basic class and I could feel my spine and back re-​aligning. I 100% don’t get how it works, I just know that I love the changes I’m seeing. The coolest thing is that whenever I think back to my first class I am immediately catapulted back into that whole by product result of floating and gliding. AMAAZZZZING!

I don’t recommend. Completely and absolutely not what accepted and not what was advertised!!! Waste of money

I bought the 5 workshop pass where you can choose from a list of weekly workshops that attend to different parts of the body. The space is large, warm and welcoming. I have to say the teachers that I’ve experienced so far, Mark and Marek, have been excellent. This is my first Feldenkrais experience and I have learnt a lot about my body and how to move more efficiently. This is a powerful concept and more cerebral than most body work approaches. Movement with awareness and learning new movement patterns seems to get to the heart of chronic muscle and joint stiffness. Go with an open mind and know that there is a lot to learn. The educational part is very self-​empowering and inspiring. Highly recommended.

I was lucky enough to discover Feldenkrais when I ran into some chronic pain issues in my mid– 20s and living outside of NY. Since that time I have taken hundreds of Feldenkrais classes in various cities in the US and even a few classes in France. Therefore I feel I’m in a good position to be able to evaluate the teachers/​practitioners and how good they are at their craft.
I have gone to a few special 3-​hour workshops at the Feldenkrais Center in Chelsea and I found them both to be outstanding. In fact, I even purchased the optional MP3 of one of the classes so I can do the lessons again at home, and I am trying to find the info for the other class I took so I can do the same for that one. I also took a one-​on one functional integration (hands on) that was also excellent.
The center is large, clean, attractive and provides a relaxing atmosphere. If I lived closer to it, I would probably buy their membership packages so I could go all the time.

The Feldenkrais Institute of New York has been a blessing to me.
I came in with should /​neck and lower back pain and am now almost pain free. The teachers are real professionals!
If you have not tried the Feldenkrais technique before you have to give yourself a present.
The prices are very reasonable. The first 2 classes have a special rate of $ 20 ($ 10 per one hour of class).
You just come with loose/​comfortable clothing, you lay down on the mat and follow the teacher’s instructions. One hour later the pain is gone.

I attended an open house the other day — a fundraiser for disaster relief in Japan and a celebration of their 6^th anniversary. I was incredibly impressed with the open class space, the kindness of the staff and the friendly nature of the individuals who have been taking classes here for a long time. The session I attended was very relaxing and was a great introduction to the Feldenkrais Method. I suffer from chronic neck pain, so I was very intrigued by their approach. I’ll be coming again!

I love Feldenkrais and this is like the epicenter of talent. I really suggest everyone try it at least once!

This is a great place for anyone… especially Baby Boomers who feel like they need something to ease any aches or pains they may have. The Feldenkrais Method is a way to re-​educate your body by new ways of moving yourself encorporating changes in your brain. It must be experienced. Athletes move easier, muscians play better. The first class is always free.