Skate Somatics
9 Episodes
SKATE SOMATICS has emerged as a result of decades long yoga and meditation practice and teaching alongside 15 years of teaching roller skating in rinks, outside, and in private settings locally and around the world.
SKATE SOMATICS is for the skater who wants to approach their skate practice in a unique, holistic, and therapeutic way. Learning a new skill is a wonderful opportunity to weave in other skills such as mindfulness, curiosity, and goal setting.
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Somatic Stretching for Skaters
In this video, I guide you through gentle, somatic based stretches for people who skate. As a lifelong roller skater and veteran yoga teacher and therapist, I've condensed years of study into my videos. Please enjoy, unwind, and let me know if you want more of this!
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Outer Back One Foot Push
In this video, I lead you through how to push on one foot going backwards, from a standing (not rolling) position! The set up is half the battle - join me (;
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Balancing on Roller Skates - How to Stand Up
In this 7 minute video I share some tried and true tips for getting your skates on in a practical and thoughtful way. I also share some ideas for ways to personalize your skates, make them extremely comfy for you based on your roller skating goals, and much more.
Virtual lessons available (:
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How to Skate Forwards for Beginners
Did you just get a new pair of skates but aren't sure how to 'go?' This video is for YOU!
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10:39Episode 2Lesson Two ~ Take Care of Your Feet
Episode 2
There are 26 bones in your foot! Your feet are immensely important when it comes to walking, balance, and SKATING! Grab a blanket and maybe some yoga blocks if you have them and join me for these four exercises which will help you to stretch out and care for your feet.
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Lesson One ~ Breathing Skate Somatics // Yoga for Skaters
In this 3.23 minute video I discuss some ways to integrate breathing and awareness practices into your skating routine.
The next lessons goes int the mechanics of breathing and includes more ways to practice bringing this perspective into your skate routine. -
Put Your Skates on with Me!
In this 7 minute video I share some tried and true tips for getting your skates on in a practical and thoughtful way. I also share some ideas for ways to personalize your skates, make them extremely comfy for you based on your skating goals, and much more.
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Yoga for Skaters Introduction
If you want the cliff notes here's what I discuss:
First things first: you don't need anything fancy to enjoy the benefits of Yoga, stretching, and embodiment. Don't let the industry fool you!
You also don't need to look any sort of way! Work with what you got (;
You are in charge of your own bo... -
Get to Know Me!
Francesca Michelle Gold is a mentor who supports sensitive, thoughtful humans embody and own their truth so they can fulfill their purpose with a clear mind, open heart, and a strong vision.
Skate Bio: Francesca (Frenchy) Gold has been skating for over 30 years and got her start in Pittsburgh, P...
