Caterpillar Crawling for Spine and Shoulders

Listed by the publisher as “Caterpillar Lesson for Change - Feldenkrais for Shoulders”

This lesson explores crawling and undulating movements while lying on the floor. Students practice sliding their knees, hands, and head to travel forward and backward, focusing on coordinating the spine and pelvis. The sequence concludes with a rest on the back to observe changes in floor contact and chest openness.

Lying On SideLying On BackSittingStandingShouldersSpinal UndulationCrawlingPelvic MobilityShoulder ReliefCoordinationMotif: Pressure WavesEquipment: Shirt Or Cloth For SlidingFlexion/Extension: Mixed Or BalancedRotation: ModerateSide bending: MinorCross-lateral: Moderate