"The Franklin Training is the most intelligent approach to learning about the workings of the body I have ever attended. It is not just information, it is the experience of our design as we learn, that is transforming". Tom McCook, Fitness Instructor, Dir. Center of Balance, Mountain View/CA
"The Eric Franklin method will do more to improve your teaching of any kind of movement than any other system or program I have studied. If you want to become the best teacher you can be, take this program. Through the Franklin Training, I have learned to see movement more clearly, correct movement patterns more easily and teach with a greater sense of joy and fun than ever before. I had a great time. It was truly a life changing experience." Nora St. John, Balanced Body
"The Franklin Method Teacher Training has enlivened my own embodiment and inspired my work as a movement educator. Whether teaching Pilates, Feldenkrais, Gyrokinesis or Gyrotonic, I turn to the Franklin Method for tools and practices that clarify embodiment for my clients, my students, myself." Elizabeth Larkam, Director Pilates & Beyond
"If only I could have learnt all this 10 years earlier as a young dancer, but, hey, now I'm a teacher and what an inspiration, wow! I can't wait to try to apply all this to my young students. This is the beginning I know, but my question is: When can I get more of it from two wonderful, inspirational people. See you again very soon I hope. You will always be in my imagery". Claire Henriksen, frm.Principal dancer, ballet educator Royal Danish ballet
"The Franklin Method closes gaps in knowledge in the dance field. A comprehensive approach to movement and mental strategies. A must for all dance educators who wish to bring their art into the 21st century. " Anne Holm Jensen, Ballet mistress & frm. RDB ballet dancer
"This course increased my awareness and have showed me the huge possibilities I contain. I believe this will be the key to my success." Izabela Sokolowska, solist Royal Danish Ballet
"The Franklin Method has had a profound influence on my personal and professional life. Eric Franklin's evolution of imagery and its application contain the knowledge and power to create a quantum leap in our understanding of human movement and our own potential." Jan Dunn M.S. Boards of Directors, International Association of Dance Medicine
"The Franklin Method provides the connections, the clarity, the intelligence needed to create profound changes in our clients, students and ourselves." Shelley Powers Director of Education, Polestar Pilates
"The Franklin Method is more than just the use of imagery. It sits on the brink of creating a revolution in our body awareness that is capable of influencing positive change in self and community." Brent D. Anderson, PHD, PT, President Polestar Education
"The weeklong course with Eric Franklin and Morten Dithmer was a true eye opener. Through a variety of new theoretical knowledge and practical exercises our faculty of teachers was given a new perspective to look at the way of teaching at the Royal Danish ballet. Therefore, I can only recommend that teachers everywhere try to update their knowledge on how to work with imagery tools as well as freshen up and increase their knowledge on how the body works." Henning Albrechtsen Deputy Artistic Director of the Royal Danish ballet
Learning the Franklin Method opened a whole new awareness of my body, how it moves, and my presence in space. Once I got over the initial embarrassment of feeling my body parts, I couldn’t stop! Everything is connected in ways that I was not aware of. I use imagery during running when I’m reaching exhaustion to keep moving with proper form and increase efficiency.
--- K. Grajeles, Mother/Marathon Runner
Testimonials about BodyTalk
You've got to find a way to bottle this - I feel amazing after my BodyTalk sessions. Tracie, I don't know what it is, but you've got it!!!
--- Susan Targas, VP in the Fashion Industry
BodyTalk has been a remarkable journey for me in self discovery and awareness of my mind/body connection. I have been able to make changes in my life by letting go of negative thought patterns which I was holding in my body. It has helped me grow as a person, a mother, wife and performer. I've been able to let go of a need to control myself and others and find I am able to experience and accept more love and joy. I can observe myself without blame and to choose whether I want to behave in a certain way or not. Wow, all those years and money spent on psychotherapy!!!! With BodyTalk I have made many positive changes and all I do is lie there relax and Tracie does all the work!
--- Gail Maceda, former Professional Ballet dancer and Broadway performer, Mother of five
During my Bodytalk sessions, I felt a tremendous sense of relaxation which continued for many days. I found myself sleeping better and generally making more healthy choices for my body - i.e. eating better foods, not wanting wine or craving cigarettes. I also noticed a marked reduction in sinus pressure and less need to take decongestants, which I usually have to take daily during the spring/fall allergy seasons. The exercises she showed me about balancing my body helped me to continue to help myself after the sessions.
--- Matilda Garrido, Mother and Project Manager
I've had a history of digestive complaints, that get especially bad during my cycle. From the moment I allowed myself to experience body talk I felt very relaxed. BodyTalk feels like psychotherapy for me. It was an exceptional feeling to allow my body to talk back and respond without my wanting to control it. Since the one BodyTalk session, I have not had any intestinal discomfort since.
--- Zoraida, Teacher for NYC Public Schools
The most relaxed and calm I've felt for years. An incredibly gentle, yet somehow very deep and profound experience, like sinking into an embracing ocean of healing. A tremendous way to shed the stresses of everyday life and get back in touch with your own being.
