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THE CENTERED ROOM
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​Specialists in Somatic Movement
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ABOUT ME
KELLY FOWLER gsyP2 CEI l3
Studio director - somatic movement specialist
Hi, I’m Kelly, the owner and founder of
The Centered Room.
With over 20 years of experience in the movement world, I am dedicated to helping people like you overcome their movement challenges and rediscover the joy of effortless movement.
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I fell in love with this work because it changed my life.
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A Life Changing Injury
I began my teaching journey in 2000 and transitioned into Somatics after being injured by a well-meaning Health Professional in 2016. This left me with an injury that didn’t respond to traditional rehabilitation methods.
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This pivotal moment ignited my passion for understanding my body and nervous system, leading me to discover the rich sensory world of Somatics - powerful neuro-motor practices.
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I am now trained in Awareness Through Movement® (The Feldenkrais Method®), CEI Somatics (based on the work of Thomas Hanna) and Gentle Somatic Yoga® all of which inform my approach to movement and healing.
WELCOME
VISION
I am passionate about Somatics, in fact I'm a complete Somatic nerd! At The Centered Room, I thrive on witnessing the transformative moments when my clients discover that they can move more easily and freely. There’s nothing quite like seeing the light come on in your eyes as you unlock new possibilities in your body. My goal is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where you can explore your movement potential and cultivate a deeper connection with yourself. I am truly passionate about sharing this work and guiding you on your journey toward greater awareness and well-being. If you are looking to enhance your movement, I am here to support you every step of the way. Thank you for visiting The Centered Room. I look forward to working with you! Warmly, Kelly
The power of GENTLENESS
I enjoy attending the Somatics classes because it's wonderful to share such a beautiful experience with others in the room. But I have REALLY found great value in working individually with Kelly to assess and address my challenges. She is very knowledgeable about the human body, and her personal demeanor is the loveliest you can ever find.
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I very highly recommend anything offered at The Centered Room, but above all, the 1:1 Somatics programs are not to be missed!
Kate Blickle​​
Unique expertise
It's very exciting to be the first person in New Zealand to be certified in CEI level 3 1:1 Somatics, Awareness Through Movement® (The Feldenkrais Method®), and Gentle Somatic Yoga®.
Although I found these practices through injury, it is functional for everybody who lives in a body - who doesn't have muscle tensions?
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Maybe this practice will change your life!
Certifications
I am dedicated to continued education and love to share this knowledge with my students. I feel that the "why" and "how" inspires students to be more attentive and engaged with their experience with me and to let this flow into their daily lives.
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Recent internationally recognised certifications and courses include:​​
- May 2024 Certified Awareness Through Movement® teacher (The Feldenkrais Method®)
- Sarah St Pierre Warren: Somatic Movement Center® Level 3 certification 1:1 Somatics
- James Knight: Gentle Somatic Yoga® Advanced study Levels 1 & 2 certification
- Sarah St Pierre Warren: SMC® Chair Somatics
- Sarah St Pierre Warren: SMC® Clinical Somatics for scoliosis
- Montgomery Somatics - Restoring Postural Reflexes and Balance
- James Knight: Developing Interoception: Creating Embodiment through Somatic Awakening
- Kristine Kaoverii Weber: Subtle® Yoga - The Yoga and Neuroscience Connection
- Tom Myers: Keys to building a healthy fascia: Yoga, Fascia and Movement
- Cynthia Allen and Carol Montgomery: Integral Human Gait (The Feldenkrais method®)
- Donna Farhi : Yoga for Lower Back Pain: Keys to Sacroiliac Stability and Ease of Movement
- Lillah Schwatz: Restore your Fluid Spine: Yoga for Back Care and Healthy Aging