The series of courses are best taken in the order given, but permission may be given to take some courses out of order. A good base in the principles and technique are needed to move on from Level 1.
Tutorials are one-on-one feedback sessions with the instructor to refine classwork, correct technique as needed, and strengthen principles of the work.
The work is based on the instructor's 25 years in practice as a Trager ® Practitioner. Click here to read more about Nancy Toner Weinberger's bodywork background.
If you are wondering, ”as a student of The Manifest Mind course series, will I be learning the Trager ® Approach,” a discussion follows.
The United States Trager® Association and Trager® International are the two official organizations representing The Trager® Approach in this country. A training program leading to certification as a Trager® Practitioner is offered. The training program is entry-level and is open to all interested persons. Please check those websites for details.
The Trager® Approach is movement re-education, and is not considered to be bodywork.
The Manifest Mind series, leading to certification as a Manifest Mind Bodyworker, does not provide certification as a Trager® Practitioner . The bodywork you will learn in the Manifest Mind is based on Ms. Weinberger's work with clients and students for the last 25 years, and because she is a Trager® Practitioner, as well as a bodyworker, there will be many Trager® principles and movements incorporated. The philosophy of Milton Trager is most certainly a cherished corner stone for Nancy's professional development. The Manifest Mind, simply put, is based on the personal development of the bodywork Ms. Weinberger has done for the last 25 years.
Tuition is based on a simple formula of $125 per day for courses, and $100 for a tutorial (2 hours).
The Manifest Mind
A new course series teaching hands-on work devoted to mastery of touch that reaches the mind, thus generating lasting changes in health and well-being. These courses are only open to massage therapists and bodyworkers.
The Manifest Mind: Level 1 Principles & Technique- 6 days
Principles & Technique- 3 days (Level 1- Front of the Body)
Topics covered: Gravity & Momentum; Concepts of forces of gravity and physics, and how they have shaped biology. Reaching the unconscious mind through harnessing the powers of proprioception. Weighing, feeling the weight, compression, tossing, feeling light, feeling heavy, fluid weights (shimmers), rocking. Full basic protocol to address front of the body with movements based on the principles covered.
21 CE Hours; Tuition: $395
Principles & Technique- 3 days (Level 1- Back of the Body)
Topics continued: Gravity & Momentum; Concepts of forces of gravity and physics, and how they have shaped biology. Reaching the unconscious mind through harnessing the powers of proprioception. Weighing, feeling the weight, compression, tossing, feeling light, feeling heavy, fluid weights (shimmers), rocking. Review of the front of the body and full basic protocol to address back of the body with movements based on the principles covered.
21 CE Hours; Tuition: $395
The Manifest Mind Tutorial (prerequisite- 10 practice sessions for no charge to the client)
The Manifest Mind Level 2 Quality of Touch- 3 days
(Prerequisite The Manifest Mind Level 1 and associated tutorial, plus minimum 10 additional documented sessions. )
Topics covered: Feeding your own sense of enjoyment; opening the hands to receive. The pain/pleasure principle and reaching the unconscious mind. Verbal, physical, and intuitive feedback loops. What is soft? Softening the touch to deepen safety and pleasure. Feeling more deeply.
The Manifest Mind Tutorial
The Manifest Mind Level 3 Advanced Technique- 3 days
(Prerequisite The Manifest Mind Level 1 and associated tutorial, plus minimum 10 additional documented sessions.)
Topics covered: Refining and expanding technique- neck, spine, face, jaw, pelvis, belly. Introduction to sidelying technique.
The Manifest Mind Tutorial
The Manifest Mind Level 4 Engaging the Conscious Mind - 4 days
(Prerequisite The Manifest Mind Level 1 and associated tutorial, plus minimum 10 additional documented sessions. )
Topics Covered: An Exploration of Authentic Movement and the Healing Process. Interacting with the client at the table. Understanding the levels of mind. Imagery and suggestion. Crafting words to reach the conscious mind.
The Manifest Mind Tutorial
The Manifest Mind Level 5 Anatomy, Intention, and Effective Work- 5 days
(Prerequisite The Manifest Mind Level 1 and associated tutorial, plus minimum 10 additional documented sessions. )
A combination of forums and presenters on cutting edge anatomy and physiology relating to the body-mind connection, and supervised practice sessions in applying what has been learned.
The Manifest Mind Tutorial (optional)
The Manifest Mind Level 6 Therapeutic Intervention- 3 days
(Prerequisite The Manifest Mind Level 1 and associated tutorial, plus minimum 10 additional documented sessions. )
A clinic in which we work with a series of orthopedic, genetic, and nerve disorders, applying the principles and technique of Manifest Mind. Includes rich discussion.
The Manifest Mind Tutorial (optional)
The Manifest Mind Level 7 Energetic Principles of movement & Advanced Techniques for working with the Breath- 3 days
(Prerequisite The Manifest Mind Level 1 and associated tutorial, plus minimum 10 additional documented sessions. )
A study in energy flows of the body, and enhancing those flows through breath release work. Working with emotional release- why, when, and how.
The Manifest Mind Tutorial (optional)
The Manifest Mind Assesment
(Prerequisite: Completion of all courses in The Manifest Mind course series, and all non-optional tutorials. )
If passed, certification as a Manifest Mind Bodyworker is awarded.