The way that we think about our body is the way that we use the body. The more refined our understanding of how the body is designed to be used in movement, the more refined our movement will be. The result? Ease of movement, greater range of activity, and an embodied, freer voice.

In this four week series class we will learn the technique of Body Mapping. We will explore how our current view of our bodies are limiting us and correct our perspectives to match more closely the reality. Using simple sketching, anatomy books, and somatic movement, our understanding of functional movement will shift in subtle and profound ways.

Finding that your voice gets stuck, tight, less resonant, tired, or misinterpreted? Typically correcting your understanding, and use, of the body will bring dramatic results.

Curriculum Includes:

• Awareness of current body map
• Focus on diaphragm, ribs, spine, and muscles for supporting sound – to allow for better vocal technique
• Good vocal support
• Appropriate, and efficient, body use in movement and when speaking

Participants can expect a low level intensity of movement, an invitation to let creativity and technique combine, and anatomical study that is accessible for all. Each week includes homework prompts, videos, and supplemental materials.

Investment – $160

Student/Low Income 20% off with code STUDENT20

**In the interest of increasing accessibility to self care and professional development tools for BIPOC, further reductions are available. Email me directly at melgro.somasound@gmail.com

Melissa Grogan is a Vocal Expert with 21 years teaching experience. She is an Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework, has studied Knight-Thompson Speechwork, Presence with Patsy Rodenburg, and Body-Mind Centering at the Body-Mind Centering Institute and with Bonnie Bainbridge-Cohen. She is currently pursuing a certificate as a Somatic Movement Educator, and has certifications as a yoga teacher and pranic healing practitioner. She has worked in film and TV, most notably as the Dialect Coach for the AMC series The Son, starring Pierce Brosnan. Clients have included yogis, Somatic Therapists, actors such as Kyle Chandler (Wolf of Wallstreet, Super 8), Dr. Victoria DeFrancesco (MSNBC), Craig Nigh (Breaking Bad), Yoga and Voice teachers, and people looking to express their True Self.