Fascial Maneuvers: A Somatic Movement Workshop - by Vanessa Williams Ramos

In Shiva Yoga Center’s words

Fascial Maneuvers: A Somatic Movement Workshop Saturday, 07 November 2026 | 16:00 - 17:30 90-Minute Hands-On Fascia Self-Practice Workshop Led by Vanessa Williams Ramos | Aligned Body What are Fascial Maneuvers? Fascial Maneuvers is a gentle, body-based somatic practice that combines pressure holds, intentional breathing, and mindful movement to help release tension, reduce stress, and improve mobility. Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds and supports your muscles, nerves, and organs. When the body feels tight or restricted, working gently with the fascia can help improve ease of movement and body awareness. Fascial Maneuvers uses simple, controlled movements and sustained holds to encourage the body to release tension and the nervous system to settle. There is no force or pushing, just gentle techniques that work with your body's natural range of movement. What to expect in this workshop In this 90-minute hands-on workshop, you'll be guided through a series of Fascial Maneuvers that you can practise on your own. You'll learn how to combine gentle pressure, breathing, and movement to: - Release tension: Ease tightness and everyday stiffness. - Support nervous system relaxation: Help reduce stress and encourage a calmer state. - Improve mobility: Explore greater freedom and ease of movement. - Increase body awareness: Better understand how your body moves, holds tension, and responds to gentle movement. - Support rest and recovery: Learn techniques that may help you relax and sleep better. Simple techniques you can use every day The workshop focuses on practical techniques you can easily incorporate into your daily routine, whether you're looking to ease physical tension, improve mobility, or support your overall well-being. No previous experience is needed. All movements are gentle and can be adapted to your comfort and ability. ___________________________________________________________ About Vanessa Vanessa is a movement educator and the founder of Aligned Body. After more than 12 years of teaching movement, her work has evolved from asking how we can move better to exploring how we can feel more at home in our bodies. Her work brings together Fascial Maneuvers, breath, gentle movement and intentional touch. She’s less interested in pushing the body to perform and more interested in what we can learn when we actually pay attention to it. For Vanessa, movement isn’t about fixing the body. It’s about building a relationship with it.

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