Jan
18
to Feb 15

Intro to Clinical Somatics Course at Central Wellness, Lincoln

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Join Liz to learn the techniques, principles and movements of Clinical Somatics.

Clinical Somatics is a therapeutic, effective contemporary movement method steeped in neuroscience. It is a gentle practice, based on natural developmental movement patterns and the patterns of stress habituation.

Small groups to ensure a high level of teaching and eye to-detail.

Key Benefits of Clinical Somatics:

Muscular pain & tension relief, (particularly back, hip, knee shoulder & neck pain).  

Improves posture.

Improves joint and spinal mobility.

Gently increases flexibility, suppleness & improves balance.

Excellent preparation for Yoga & Pilates & other sporting activities.

Pre-hab for sporting activities

Re-hab for ongoing injuries & restricted movement.

Alleviates stress & anxiety.

Promote ageing with vitality.

“Finished 6 week Somatic course with Liz today, never knew I could change my life in 6 weeks, walk taller, better mobility, no more painkillers, sleep better the benefits are amazing and the movements are all so gentle, thank you so so much, if you are thinking about it don’t, just do it”

— G Calvert

In this comprehensive course you will learn:

The fundamental movements of this method.

The unique techniques and principles of Clinical Somatics.

The root cause of muscular pain, skeletal imbalances, dysfunctional & painful movement.

How to recognise and sense within yourself the Three Stress Reflexes and their relationship to your pain, tension, mobility issues, stress & anxiety levels.

This course is progressive in nature, so you will gain the most benefit by attending the entire course.

Three Classes on 10 am - 1:00 pm

  • Saturday 18th January –

  • 1st February

  • 15th February.

Venue - Central Wellness Studio Lincoln

Cost - £120 and includes access to Liz’s video Beginner’s Series for the duration of the course. Can be paid in two instalments.

For over 20 years Liz has empowered people to heal themselves through movement. With a background in Yoga and Yoga Therapy, she went on to discover the profound effects of Somatics and has specialised in teaching this method for the last eight years. She is a certified Clinical Somatic Educator, teaching in person, online classes, courses workshops and retreats.

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Feb
7
to Feb 10

Reconnection Retreat - Finding Joy, Energy, Clarity & Peace

Join Me On Retreat - February 7th -10th 2025

I am so excited to be hosting this women’s only weekend retreat for the first time in four years! I really hope you can join me.

I have searched for the perfect venue that offers stunning accommodation and facilities in the lovely town of Woodhall Spa just 15 miles south east of Lincoln but a world away from your life.

I’ve called this retreat the “Reconnection Retreat” inspired from my personal experiences from the last few years of going through the menopause and the pain of losing my Dad.

In all of that time I felt I lost sight of myself, I felt I had become a shadow of me. Does this resonate with you? What brought me back to me was my love of dancing where I trained in Chakra Dancing, using my somatics tools of movmement, breath and stillness, changing my diet, prioritising self care and getting clear on what I needed and how I wanted my future to look.

All of this I will share on this retreat which includes:-

  • 3 Nights accommodation in the stunning the Noka lodge at Bainlands Lodge Retreats

  • Nutritious and delicious food.

  • 3 Somatic Yoga Classes, 3 Chakra Dancing Classes & Yoga Nidra & Sound Bath

  • Creative Expression through journaling and art with Sally-Anne Marler

  • Exclusive use of the Wellness Suite

Investment

Early Bird Prices until 15th December

Shared Room £455 pp (Full price £525 pp) SOLD OUT

Single £555 pp (Full price £625 pp). SOLD OUT

Min Deposit £100. Payment plans available. Final balance due 10th January.

I hope you can join me for this unique, inspiring and uplifting retreat

Liz 💕🙏🏻




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Jan
10
7:00 PM19:00

Move Forward, Break Free - Online "Death Meditation” guided by Charlotte Kessler

I took this meditation with Charlotte in November and it was quite profound, so I am excited to be collaborating with her to bring you this event online.

This event will provide a safe space to be guided through your "last day of life" and experience an extraordinary transformation and shift in perspective of your whole life. Facing your death is truly the fiercest medicine. One that helps you discard whatever is holding you back and help you discover what matters the most.

We will explore piercing the boundary between life and death so that you understand what is truly on offer.

This lovingly crafted online guided meditation will be held in sacred space to provide a deeply intentional ceremony. You will have the option to drink cacao, to be supported by this gentle and powerful plant ally, Mother Cacao, revered over centuries for her nourishing, uplifting, and cleansing qualities. She is a medicine for introspection, emotional release, and expanding our hearts into more compassion for ourselves and the world. If cacao is not your thing Charlotte recommends rose tea as part of this ceremony.

The evening will also include gentle somatic movement.

You will also have the option to buy a small portion of premium grade cacao or rose tea in advance of the event. Price for this TBC.

Charlotte holds monthly Women’s Sanctuary Circles, offering cacao and guided meditations in ceremony and community. She is passionate about helping women learn the sacred art of self-care, teaching creative responses to increase well-being and personal transformation of body, mind, and spirit.

Investment is £22 pp

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Dec
6
6:00 PM18:00

Mini Evening Retreat - Centred & Restored Join me In Person or Online

Join me on the 6th December for an evening of gentle, explorative movement & deep relaxation to help you feel centred and restored in readiness for the busy festive season.

Let’s take a pause together and slow down, setting a calmer tone within ourselves for the festive season. This slow placed mini retreat will include gentle Somatic movement, Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra all in the cosy and welcoming space at Central Wellness Studio or in the comfort of your own home.

I’ll guide you through a genlte Somatics practice to ease tension and restore posture, followed by Restorative Yoga to bring a sense of deep calm to your nervous system followed by Yoga Nidra to further quieten the mind.

I’m bringing almost twenty years of teaching experience to share what I love to teach to create a nurturing and healing space, using props like bolsters and blankets for the Restorative Yoga to aid in letting go, the Somatics practice comes beforehand as we move tension out of our muscles and Yoga Nidra to bring quiet and inner peace.

Mini Retreat Evening

The cost is £40 pp (Founder Members use discount code Nidra£5)

I really hope you can give yourself this gift of movement, stillness and space.

Liz 💕🙏🏻

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Nov
16
10:00 AM10:00

Somatic Yoga & Chakra Dancing at Central Wellness

Chakra Dancing gives you the opportunity to dance away stress and tension . It is a great way to bring more joy into your life, to feel energised, liberated and balanced.

Join Liz Underwood for a fun and liberating morning of gentle Somatic Yoga  & Chakra Dancing.

This workshop begins with gentle Somatic Yoga to create suppleness and balance in the body in preparation for dancing.   

Chakra Dancing aims at balancing 7 of the main energy centres in the body which are associated with our energy and health. It is believed that when the chakras are in balance, it increases vitality and wellness. 

Each chakra resonates to its own unique sound and vibration and with a carefully curated soundtrack you'll balance, energise and harmonise each chakra.  

There is no "right or wrong" way to dance, which allows for self expression and liberation. Liz guides you through each chakra, suggesting dance moves, for example for the sacral chakra, "salsa" type movements to swing and sway the hips for fluidity; these movements resonate with the water element associated with this chakra, but ultimately, self expression and dancing in a way that feels comfortable for you is key. 

You can pause and rest whenever you need to and allow your body to take in the vibrations of the music. 

Come Chakra Dancing with me! 

Liz 

Cost is £30. 

Liz Underwood background is in  Yoga/Yoga therapy, she is a  Certified Clinical Somatic Movement Educator and loves to dance. 

She has brought her passion for healthy movement and dance together by training in Chakra Dancing"

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Sep
7
10:00 AM10:00

Intro to Somatics Workshop

Join Liz for this introduction to Clinical Somatic Movement workshop.

Clinical Somatics is a therapeutic, effective contemporary movement method steeped in neuroscience. It is a gentle practice, based on natural developmental movement patterns and the patterns of stress habituation which restores postures, energy & flexibility, alleviates pain and balances the nervous system.

This workshop will cover the principles and techniques of this method as well as some of the foundational movements.

This method is for anyone looking for a simple and gentle way to stay supple and nibble and to move without pain and tension and to maintain good movement as we age.

Venue - Central Wellness Studio Lincoln.

Cost - £35 pp

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Sep
1
6:00 PM18:00

A Magical Evening at Purusha Retreats - Sunday 1st September 6-9 pm.

Practice, dance and relax in the beautiful domes at Purusha

This unique evening retreat is a blend of all the things I love and what I love to teach. Somatics to balance the body, Chakra Dancing to lift your spirit and energy and guided Yoga Nidra for deep rest.
Join me at the stunning Purusha Retreats venue for a magical evening of movement, dance and relaxation.

The evening will begin with gentle and therapeutic Somatic movements to restore balance in the body and is a great way to prepare for the Chakra Dancing. The main dome, called the “Kula dome” is the perfect venue for for the evening, allowing the wide open night sky to envelop us as we move and dance our stresses away and if we are lucky under the moonlight and stars.

After the dancing you will snuggle under blankets for guided Yoga Nidra to restore your energy and deep rest.

Chakra Dancing gives you the opportunity to dance you socks off . It is a great way to dance away stress, feel energised, liberated and more balanced.

Chakra Dancing aims at balancing 7 of the main energy centres in the body, which are associated with our energy and health. It is believed that when the chakras are in balance, it increases vitality and wellness. I make suggested dance moves for each chakra eg for the sacral chakra we would make "salsa" type movements, swinging and swaying the hips, there is no "right or wrong" way to dance, allowing for self expression and liberation. There is a "time out" space too in the dome next door for anyone wanting to rest but still feel the energies of the music and group.

£45 for a magical evening. Founder Members of my online classes use code "Chakra" to receive £5 discount.

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