Feldenkrais Professional Training
of Ann Arbor
Our Program
Join our Professional Training Program to become a Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner or just to immerse yourself in the method.
There is an increasing need for Feldenkrais® practitioners in diverse fields such as health care, performing arts,
graceful aging and wellness programs, sports training, behavior modification, and psychology.
Training Schedule
Our unique training program
combines online weekend segments
with two live in-person segments per year.
Online Instruction
The training program meets for 4-6 online weekend segments per year and 2 in-person segments in Ann Arbor at the beginning and end of the summer for a total of 4 years of instructions.
Students can begin practice after 1.5 years of instruction with a provisional certificate, and will be listed in the guild directory.
Our Instructors
Our instructors are committed to providing an enriching, high-quality learning environment.
They are experts in the Feldenkrais Method® and train students worldwide.
Raz Ori is from Israel and graduated from the Tel-Aviv Feldenkrais Professional Training Program in 2001. After graduating, he trained with one of Dr. Feldenkrais’ first students, Yochanan Rywerant, for two years. Since 2008, Raz has worked in close collaboration and co-taught with David Zemach-Bersin. He gained vast clinical experience working for 15 years at Clalit Integrative Medicine, part of Israel’s largest public health provider. He also worked at the Sheba Medical Center where he treated disabled war veterans suffering from chronic pain, phantom limb pain, PTSD, and head injuries.
Currently, Raz runs The Ramat-Aviv Feldenkrais Center where he treats a diverse population of all ages and backgrounds, including special needs children. Raz has mentored and conducted advanced training for Feldenkrais Practitioners for many years, exploring the different techniques and many applications of the Feldenkrais Method® in-depth. He is known for his ability to convey the richness and depth of the Feldenkrais Method in an intelligible, stimulating way while sharing his true passion for the human ability to overcome difficulties. Raz Ori is the educational director for all of our training programs
Currently, Raz runs The Ramat-Aviv Feldenkrais Center where he treats a diverse population of all ages and backgrounds, including special needs children. Raz has mentored and conducted advanced training for Feldenkrais Practitioners for many years, exploring the different techniques and many applications of the Feldenkrais Method® in-depth. He is known for his ability to convey the richness and depth of the Feldenkrais Method in an intelligible, stimulating way while sharing his true passion for the human ability to overcome difficulties. Raz Ori is the educational director for all of our training programs
Deborah is known for her clarity and depth of clinical experience gained from over 30 years of teaching in private practice, schools, hospitals and clinics. Before the pandemic, she co-owned the Feldenkrais Center for Movement and Awareness in San Francisco, California. The center closed after 33 years due to Covid-19 limitations. She is now working online teaching Awareness Through Movement classes, and intensive Feldenkrais learning courses for Pelvic Health, Chronic Pain, Self-touch for ‘touch hunger’, Feldenkrais Fundamentals and Mind Mapping. Her experience as a Feldenkrais Trainer includes work in over 35 programs in the US, Canada, Australia, Sweden, Germany, and Colombia. She brings the skills and knowledge from intensive study and practice in the field of somatics, from her education as a physical therapist and ongoing practice and study of Tai Chi Ch’uan, Qigong, yoga, sensory awareness, meditation, and dance. She holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and is adjunct faculty at Saybrook University, teaching Movement Modalities for Wellness.
She describes her practice philosophy:
“Feldenkrais Method® allows me to creatively work with all kinds of people of all ages, even in situations where it seems hopeless. Engaging people in a pleasant process of learning about themselves to improve the quality of their life. The improvement can be in any area of thinking, moving, sensing and feeling. My work nourishes me as well as my students.”
She describes her practice philosophy:
“Feldenkrais Method® allows me to creatively work with all kinds of people of all ages, even in situations where it seems hopeless. Engaging people in a pleasant process of learning about themselves to improve the quality of their life. The improvement can be in any area of thinking, moving, sensing and feeling. My work nourishes me as well as my students.”
Julie Casson Rubin, was trained by Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, graduating in 1977 from the last Teacher Training Program taught completely by him. She studied dance and sports science at San Francisco State University. For over 35 years she has been co-Educational Director and Lead Trainer of 19 Feldenkrais Teacher Training Programs in Europe, America, Taiwan, and Australia. Julie’s holds a degree in dance and physical education from San Francisco State University.
Elizabeth Beringer has been involved with the practice and development of the Feldenkrais Method for more than 40 years and is one of the foremost Feldenkrais teachers and trainers. She studied directly with the founder of the Method, Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, in both the U.S. and Israel between 1976 and 1983. Elizabeth has maintained an ongoing and varied private practice, applying the Feldenkrais approach with a diverse population including those with severe movement limitations, seniors, musicians, children and those in chronic pain. She has also worked extensively with athletes, martial artists and dancers, and is known for her ability to apply the Method in dynamic situations.
David is one of Moshe Feldenkrais’ original students and studied with him for over 10 years in the US, Europe, and Israel. He is the co-founder of The Feldenkrais Institute of New York and the primary publisher of Dr. Feldenkrais’ English language materials, the Feldenkrais Resources. David graduated with honors from the University of California Berkeley and co-authored Relaxercise (HarperCollins), as well as many other popular Feldenkrais teaching materials. He is a pillar of the Feldenkrais community, having served as the President of The Feldenkrais Guild®, directed many Feldenkrais Training Programs. He has over 50 years of experience as an internationally-renowned teacher, and he is dedicated to passing on his training with Dr. Feldenkrais to his students.
Originally from New Mexico, Scott trained as a dancer after earning a degree in mathematics. During his long career as a dancer and dance teacher, he studied many of the physical disciplines used by dancers to enhance their training. This led him to the work of Moshe Feldenkrais, which he began studying in 1982. He enrolled in London's first professional Feldenkrais training program, from which he graduated in 1990. Since 1997, Scott has devoted himself entirely to teaching Feldenkrais, working with individuals from all walks of life and with public groups from Finland to Ecuador. He also teaches in professional training programs, and has conducted three trainings in London. He is particularly interested in working with performing artists, from dancers to actors to musicians. As an amateur, he plays the viola da gamba.
Born in Israel, living in Spain, Ohad has been a certified Feldenkrais practitioner since 1998, with a very extensive experience working with people with neurological problems, children with special needs, and performers working at a high level. As a Feldenkrais trainer, Ohad has worked in several training courses and accompanied certified practitioners. Ohad holds a masters of arts in philosophy of science. He also investigates and teaches the dynamics of the human voice. An avid collaborator with professionals from other fields. Ohad is a long-time practitioner of different martial arts, and the father of three children.
Allison Green is the founder of the Feldenkrais Institute of Ann Arbor. She has a degree in Occupational Therapy, specializes in treating high levels of chronic pain using the Feldenkrais Method®.
She was pain specialist and educator at the University of Michigan’s Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Department. She has contributed on research projects with world renowned pain researchers. Having studied the Feldenkrais Method in-depth with instructors from all over the world, Allison is passionate about teaching advanced Functional Integration Technique. She teaches the post-graduate programs for the Feldenkrais Institute of Ann Arbor, Michigan. She has maintained a busy chronic pain practice for 34 years.
Location
Downtown
The institute is in a brand new building located in downtown Dexter, a beautiful suburb of Ann Arbor.
The building was designed for Feldenkrais Method® training and has a world class audio and video system. At the institute, students can enjoy many of the comforts of home, such as kitchenettes with fridges, teapots, and microwaves.
Dexter & Ann Arbor
Within blocks of the institute, students can access Dexter’s parks, restaurants, bars, farmer's market, and shops and the Border to Border trail that connects Dexter to Ann Arbor and other cities. This nonmotorized 35-mile trail has peaceful views of trees and the Huron River.
Neighboring Ann Arbor is home to the University of Michigan and offers a vibrant student community.
Travel Information
Dexter is a 30-minute drive (25 miles) from the Wayne County International airport (DTW), a hub for Delta Airlines with many direct domestic and international flights. There are many transit options from the airport to Dexter:
Transit Options — DTW to DexterAccent Transportation Services
Provides private sedan service
Phone: 1-734-678-8090
Email for reservations: Accent@atsride.com
Private ride $119.00
24 hour pick up available with a reservation
Ann Arbor Airport Shuttle
Provides door to door shuttle service
Phone: 1-734-812-1173
Private ride $49 each way, Groups of 5 booked together $60
24 hour pick up available with a reservation
Local cabs (available onsite at the baggage claim level of the airport):
Ann Arbor Taxi LLC
1-734-477-9970
Premier Taxi and Limo Service
1-734-780-9122
Uber and Lyft both service DTW airport from the main ticketing level outside the airport Westin Hotel.
Michigan Flyer
An inexpensive motor coach
There are plenty of options for places to stay in and around the Dexter area:
Accommodations — In and Around DexterThe Feldenkrais institute has a housing email list with unscreened and unaffiliate housing options and students looking for roommates. If you would like access to the housing list email, Please contact feldenkraisaa@gmail.com
Airbnb, VRBO, and short-term rentals:
Both VRBO and Airbnb have a wide range of rental options some within blocks of Dexter’s center.
Holiday Inn Express Ann Arbor West (5 miles):
This is the closest hotel to FIAA. It has 1-2 bedroom suites and all rooms have a fridge. It’s a 15-minute walk to a large grocery store and may offer transit options.
Wyndham Hotel (11 miles):
A small chain hotel just off the expressway in Ann Arbor.
Weber’s Boutique Hotel (11 miles):
A local upscale hotel with a fine dining restaurant, a bar, indoor pool, sauna, steam room, recreation room, and room service.
Hampton Inn and suites (11 miles):
A larger chain hotel just off the expressway in Ann Arbor.
Application Process
Step One: Fill Out the Application Form
You should receive an email upon form submission that you must open and click on the "Confirm Submission" link to send the application.
If you didn't receive a confirmation email please resend or contact feldenkraisaa@gmail.com.
Step Two: Submit Your Application Processing Fee
After receiving the invoice by email please submit your $100 application fee.
The payment link on the email will give you PayPal or Stripe payment options.
If you need assistance with any of these steps email us at feldenkraisaa@gmail.com
Step Three: Receive an email for your interview invitation. Schedule your interview.
Once the fee is paid, you will receive a request to schedule an interview with our program director.
Following your interview, you will receive an email with your admission status.
Tuition Information
Investment
Students pay $2925 twice a year for 40 days of instruction a year.
The program offers a total of 160 days of instruction and 12 Functional Integration lessons provided by training staff.
Students can take advantage of bonus material to deepen their training or make up missed days at no additional cost.
A deposit of $1950 is required to hold your spot in the program.
This deposit is not refundable and goes towards your last tuition payment at the end of the 4th year.
Tuition Due Dates
Visit the relevant cohort's homepage for the tuition schedule.
Payments
The FIAA financial department will send invoices when an application fee, deposit, or tuition payment is due.
The invoices will have a payment link for both PayPal and Stripe for credit cards.
Once an invoice is paid, it will prompt a student to set up a portal, so they can see their own financial records.
Graduates must apply to the FGNA for certification, and renew certification annually, in order to practice.
Professional practice may be subject to additional federal, state or local government requirements.
Neither Awareness Through Movement® lessons nor Functional Integration® sessions may be offered professionally
before graduation from an accredited training program. Interim authorization as a Trainee Awareness Through Movement
teacher is a student teaching position.