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Frequently Asked Questions

At Connections in Motion, we know that discovering a new approach can bring both curiosity and questions.

ABM® NeuroMovement® is grounded in the science of neuroplasticity — the brain’s remarkable ability to change and learn throughout life. Whether you’re exploring this work for your child, yourself, or someone you support, these frequently asked questions will help you understand how the method works, what to expect, and how to begin.

Our aim is to make the process clear, reassuring, and informative — so you can make confident decisions about what feels right for you or your family.

Understanding the Method

Existing research in neuroplasticity — and a growing number of studies on ABM® NeuroMovement® — supports the theory behind this approach. Findings in neuroscience help explain the breakthrough outcomes often seen in children and adults who engage in the work. Increasingly, brain scientists, doctors, therapists, educators, and parents are adopting the principles of neuroplastic learning that underpin ABM® NeuroMovement®.

For those interested, you can watch leading neuroscientists discuss ABM® NeuroMovement® on our Resources page.

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Physiotherapy often focuses on strengthening or retraining the body through specific, repetitive exercises. In contrast, ABM® NeuroMovement® works with the brain first — using movement and awareness to help the nervous system perceive differences and reorganise patterns of coordination. This leads to spontaneous improvements in mobility, comfort, and learning capacity.

Anat Baniel studied directly with Dr Moshe Feldenkrais and worked closely with him in the final years of his life. Building on his foundation, she evolved the method through decades of experience with both children and adults, and through training thousands of practitioners worldwide. ABM® NeuroMovement® is an evolution of the Feldenkrais Method® — integrating new insights from brain research, child development, and motor learning to deepen understanding of how the brain organises movement, thinking, and emotion.

Traditional approaches often focus on correcting deficits — trying to fix what appears “wrong.” In ABM® NeuroMovement®, the focus is on connecting with what is already present and working. The practitioner meets the person where they are and introduces gentle variations in movement and attention, allowing the brain to perceive new differences and reorganise itself more effectively. This shift from fixing to connecting supports learning, confidence, and well-being across all ages.

Transformational Movement Lessons are verbally guided explorations that help participants become more aware of how they move, sense, and organise themselves. Adults often experience relief from pain, improved balance, and greater ease of movement. For parents, developing this awareness in themselves helps them better understand and support their children’s learning. When a parent refines their own awareness, they naturally help their child refine theirs.

The 9 Essentials are the core principles of ABM® NeuroMovement® that create the conditions for the brain to learn and change. They include movement with attention, slowing down, variation, subtlety, enthusiasm, flexible goals, the learning switch, imagination & dreams, and awareness. Each Essential engages a different aspect of learning, and together they help the brain create new neural connections.

9 Essentials

ABM® NeuroMovement® shares roots with other neuroplasticity approaches such as the Feldenkrais Method®, but it is distinct in its structured use of the Nine Essentials and its emphasis on awareness, variation, and connection rather than repetition. It uses movement as a vehicle for brain change — not as a mechanical exercise — making it uniquely effective across many conditions and ages.

Who It’s For

ABM® NeuroMovement® has helped both children and adults with a wide variety of challenges — from neurological and developmental conditions to pain, injury, and performance limitations. The method supports individuals from a few days old to over ninety years of age, enhancing movement, cognition, and emotional well-being.

The brain’s capacity to learn and change continues throughout life. While early intervention can be powerful, it is never too late to benefit. Children, adults, and even high-performing athletes, dancers, and musicians use ABM® NeuroMovement® to refine movement, coordination, and focus.

How many interventions and which are good for my child

Yes. ABM® NeuroMovement® complements many other therapeutic and educational approaches. While some methods focus on the body, ABM® NeuroMovement® enhances the brain’s readiness to learn and adapt — often making other interventions more effective.

How many interventions and which are good for my child

Absolutely. Every practitioner brings unique experience and perspective. Different practitioners may observe and respond to the same individual in new ways, allowing the brain to encounter fresh variations and opportunities for learning. Working with a variety of practitioners often leads to richer, more multidimensional progress.

Yes. ABM® NeuroMovement® helps the nervous system become more organised and calm. Through gentle movement and awareness, people often experience improvements in focus, sleep, mood, and sensory integration — helping them feel more balanced and at ease in daily life.

Many adults come to ABM® NeuroMovement® following stroke, injury, or chronic pain. By helping the brain perceive subtle differences in movement and sensation, the method often reduces pain, restores fluidity, and re-establishes confidence in movement.

Booking & Sessions

You can book sessions by phone, email, or through our online booking form. Once we receive your enquiry, we’ll help you choose the most suitable practitioner, dates, and lesson structure. We regularly host international and UK-based practitioners, and spaces fill quickly, so early booking is recommended.

Each lesson typically lasts up to 45 minutes, though the exact duration depends on the individual and their learning process. The practitioner ends the session when they feel the adult or child has reached the limit of their ability to learn at that moment. Any remaining time may be used for discussion or guidance. Sessions are driven by learning, not by the clock.

At the start, monthly intensives are often recommended — usually ten lessons over five consecutive days. Intensives are more effective than weekly sessions because the brain enters a heightened state of learning through repeated, high-quality experiences. To gain the most benefit, we suggest not combining other therapies during the same week as an intensive.

Change can happen in many ways and at different times. Some people notice improvements during the intensive; others see them in the days or weeks afterward as the brain integrates new patterns. Even small changes — a smoother movement, a calmer state, an easier connection — are signs that the brain is learning and reorganising.

If there are several families in a region interested in lessons, we can often coordinate an intensive with one of our visiting or local practitioners. We work from a single central base (such as a host home, rented accommodation, or hotel space) rather than travelling between homes.

Some of our local practitioners do sometimes offer home visits depending on your proximity to them.

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We generally encourage parents and caregivers to be present during lessons so they can observe the quality of interaction and learn what can be brought into everyday life. However, in some cases, learning may happen more easily when the adult steps back. If the practitioner senses that your child is more available to learn without a parent in the room, you may be invited to observe from just outside — always with communication and shared understanding.

Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and snacks — lessons can make you hungry or thirsty. Rest after sessions is essential; this is when the brain integrates learning. Avoid over-scheduling during intensives and let the process unfold calmly.

Lesson Experience

Each lesson is a process of learning and discovery. Rather than aiming for a fixed outcome, the practitioner helps the brain perceive new differences, allowing changes in movement, coordination, and emotional regulation to emerge naturally. Clients often begin changing from the very first session. Over time, they become better learners — improving how they move, think, feel, and connect with others.

The hands-on lesson involves direct touch and movement informed by the Nine Essentials, providing the brain with new sensory input. Online Coaching focuses on empowering parents, caregivers, or individuals to integrate these principles into daily life through observation and guided practice. It is especially powerful for families or adults with Autism, ADHD, or behavioural challenges.

The brain continues to learn and reorganise long after lessons end. You may see changes days or weeks later as new patterns consolidate. Allow time for rest and integration before adding other therapies or high-demand activities. Families and individuals often notice improvements in sleep, coordination, attention, communication, and overall well-being. Each intensive builds on the last.

Practicalities

Some families have successfully received partial funding through charities such as The Boparan Charitable Trust or Tree of Hope, a children’s medical-fundraising charity. Others are exploring funding through local authority personal budgets or direct payments. Contact us for guidance — we’re happy to share ideas and examples.

If a lesson must be cancelled due to illness, anyone with a fever, diarrhoea, or vomiting should be symptom-free for at least 48 hours before attending. We may reschedule the lesson, and another family member can sometimes take the space.

For other reasons, refunds may be given if discussed at least 21 days before an intensive with an international practitioner. For cancellations with less notice, refunds are only possible if the slot is rebooked by another family. For exceptional circumstances, please contact us directly.

When practitioners travel to host locations, we may adjust the policy to reflect committed travel and accommodation costs.

Lessons take place at our main centre in Roehampton, London, and at host locations across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.

Our local practitioners also offer regular sessions in Eltham, Woking, and Hatfield, providing greater accessibility for families in those regions.

We additionally offer online coaching worldwide, allowing clients to benefit from ABM® NeuroMovement® wherever they are based.

We occasionally offer multi-lesson packages and can advise on available options when you enquire. Please reach out to discuss your situation.

All practitioners complete a two- to two-and-a-half-year professional training certified by Anat Baniel International, including advanced modules and supervised practice. Many also hold prior qualifications in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or movement education.

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