Phase 4, Working with the Body Core, with Instructor Karen Sonter in Townsville
This foundation class covers the history, philosophy and concepts of Ortho-Bionomy and provides an overview and practice of the basic Ortho-Bionomy release techniques and anatomy for each major joint in the body core. New students can begin to effectively apply Ortho-Bionomy methods after this class.
It is the perfect place to begin your Ortho-Bionomy learning journey.
Returning students will have the opportunity to more deeply explore expanded ways of interacting with the joints in the trunk of the body. We will explore releases for the psoas, the shoulders, the ilium and the joints from C1 through to the sacrum.
We will also additionally learn some postural support and self-care techniques to support long-term change.
My aim is to offer insight into the basic Ortho-Bionomy techniques, and how we can weave them with empowering postural support and client self-care techniques, which make change enduring.
How does Ortho-Bionomy work?
Ortho-Bionomy differs from many forms of body work in that it doesn’t use pain to treat pain, or use forceful work to oppose what is structurally occurring within the body. We work supportively with the patterns currently at play within the body, informing the nervous system about the structure and its patterns. Information given this way creates a follow-on effect through the body's natural self-correcting reflexes. This allows corrections to occur naturally and comfortably for clients.
What will I learn in a class?
Ortho-Bionomy Practitioners are trained to assess imbalances in the body that may cause pain or dysfunction. Then, using gentle but deliberate movement, practitioners assist and track the client’s body as it accesses the self-corrective capacity, to return to optimum health. Each class involves a combination of learning, demonstration, and hands-on practice.
No Pre-requesites are required to attend this class
Cost: $450
Early payment fee of $400 is available if payment is made by 15/3/25
Port Macquarie NSW 'Exploration of Movement Patterns' Class (No Pre-Requisites) Sat/Sun 29-30th March 2025 ...
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Free Intro to Ortho-Bionomy training
A free introduction to Ortho-Bionomy for those interested in studying this unique and revolutionary somatic bodywork therapy. Presented by Instructor Janine McCarthy See More |
12 January 2026 |
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Isometrics & Isotonics
Isometrics & isotonics are useful for assisting the nervous system to reprogram the muscle recruitment & timing. Isometrics are great for helping athletes to unwind the imbalances that training with misalignments has created. Isometrics also offer us an different way of stimulating the nervous system which is useful for clients that are not athletes but have entrenched compensation patterns. cost $450 early bird $400 if paid by 15/1/26 See More |
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Online Q&A Support Session with Instructor Janine McCarthy
An online class supporting Ortho-Bionomy students and practitioners. Discuss any issues about your study and practice of Ortho-Bionomy - ask about client issues, your own health issues and self-care, clarify techniques, ask questions about the training programs and assessments or any other issues. See More |
2 February 2026 |
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Phase 4 Fundamentals in Melbourne
Phase 4 Fundamentals of Ortho-Bionomy See More |
7 February 2026 - 8 February 2026 |
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Online Q&A Support Session with Instructor Janine McCarthy
An online class supporting Ortho-Bionomy students and practitioners. Discuss any issues about your study and practice of Ortho-Bionomy - ask about client issues, your own health issues and self-care, clarify techniques, ask questions about the training programs and assessments or any other issues. See More |
2 March 2026 |
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Phase 4, Fundamentals of Ortho-Bionomy with Karen Sonter in Hervey Bay, Qld
Ortho-Bionomy is the perfect, unique addition to any therapy practice, or a complete modality on its own. Learn this work as a professional, or to provide ease, recovery and stability to friends or family. See More |
7 March 2026 - 8 March 2026 |
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Study Group: Phase 4 Review
3 hr study group reviewing all the Phase 4 points, positions & techniques See More |
14 March 2026 |
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Online Q&A Support Session with Instructor Janine McCarthy
An online class supporting Ortho-Bionomy students and practitioners. Discuss any issues about your study and practice of Ortho-Bionomy - ask about client issues, your own health issues and self-care, clarify techniques, ask questions about the training programs and assessments or any other issues. See More |
8 April 2026 |
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Phase 5 and the Reflexes, with Karen Sonter in Hervey Bay, Qld
The Phase 5 class presents practical, gentle release techniques that can seem almost magical in their effectiveness. For the student, Phase 5 builds on the work we learn in Phase 4, helping develop the skills to notice the body's reflexive responses, in a more expanded way. See More |
11 April 2026 - 12 April 2026 |
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Phase 5: Reflexes and Movement with Luann Overmyer in Melbourne
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11 April 2026 - 12 April 2026 |
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