Gokhale Foundations

I completed the Gokhale Foundations course in May of 2024 with Sigrun Franzen. After the very first class, it was clear that this course would profoundly impact me and my goal of improving my posture and gait.  The rib anchor is what woke my body up! It is also very clear that Sigrun truly wants her students to succeed. Through her calm demeanor, clear instruction, and hands on approach, she guided me to feel the proper technique in my body. Not only is Sigrun an amazing Gokhale teacher, she is a lifelong learner which fills me with inspiration. Those are the best kind of teachers. I have made...read more

I had a few areas of pain when I started; low back chronic pain, shoulder pain lingering from an injury and frozen shoulder, and over use injury in both hands. I wanted to start a strength and balance exercise program to complement my hiking. I had tried a few times with online classes and ended up injuring myself, especially trying to hip hinge with weights. I had my initial consult with Esther, in which she said that I could avoid injury because the method is gentle and gradual. She also made a great match with my Elements teacher.  Sigrun Franzen was a perfect fit for me as my "posture...read more