Frequently Asked Questions

Answers To Your Questions

We often get a lot of questions about MOVE Therapies and how we get incredible results for our clients, helping them live a more fulfilling and pain-free life. Below we’ve compiled some of the questions we get asked most often. If you have questions, hopefully, you’ll find some answers in the list below.

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WHAT is the name of the method you practice?

The name of the method practiced at MOVE Therapies is called ABM or The Anat Baniel Method.

WHAT are your hours?

At this time – we are open “By Appointment Only.”

So please call 250.535.1199
Or email Leanne Scott at leanne@movetherapies.com to inquire.

What is an "intensive"?

Intensives are what we call a ‘group’ of One on One hands-on sessions completed over one to two weeks (Mon-Fri).

Each session is a maximum of 45 minutes in length & is booked in a grouping of either a (minimum) 6 session or a (maximum) 10 Session Intensive.

A shorter intensive can be repeated (if necessary) – depending on your situation.

As your abilities progress, the frequency of the Intensives will be adjusted.

What are your rates

Private sessions are $100.00 CAN per 45 minute session with either Practitioner.
​Group Class with either Practitioner are $20 per class.

What types of payments do you take?

We accept cash, cheque, e-transfer,
Interac, and credit cards

What is your cancellation policy?

We require a minimum of 24 hours for a cancellation.

​If you do not cancel your appointment 24 hours in advance you will be billed the full fee for your appointment.

ARE YOU COVERED BY INSURANCE/HEALTH CARE PLANS?

Unfortunately, MOVE Therapies is not covered by Government insurance at this time.

WHAT DO YOUR PATIENTS WEAR FOR AN APPOINTMENT?

Please bring or wear comfortable clothing (ie: sweat pants/shorts and a t-shirt or fitted tank.) Also please wear or bring a pair of clean socks.

CAN MOVE Therapies PROVIDE NATURAL PAIN RELIEF?

Yes! You can learn to relieve pain and manage chronic pain with MOVE Therapies. Using this cutting-edge approach, you can find relief without the use of drugs. You can begin feeling immediate relief from pain by doing the safe & easy movements.

CAN THE MOVE therapies HELP ME HAVE MORE VITALITY AND FLEXIBILITY?

Yes, MOVE Therapies can help immensely! While getting older is something that happens to all of us, we can do something about the limitations and loss of abilities that have long been associated with aging. Its possible to gain greater vitality and flexibility as we age. By following the simple movements, you can create an environment where you flourish and continue improving with time. Learn to move gracefully, letting go of unnecessary muscular contractions. As you learn to move through life with less effort
you will discover greater strength and flexibility.

I'M NOT ACTIVE, WILL move therapies WORK FOR ME?

Absolutely yes. MOVE Therapies does not require any pre-existing level of fitness. Many people are inactive because movement is painful and uncomfortable. When you do this program you will discover how to move free of pain and with great ease. As a result you most likely will want to do more and be more active, which will promote your health greatly.

WHO DOES MOVE Therapies WORK BEST FOR?

Since the method addresses learning and the underlying principles of harmonious, effective movement and action, in effect the program can be useful for everyone. These programs have helped people overcome pain, reverse the symptoms of aging, re-discover vitality, improve performance and discover the joy and pleasure of movement.

Musicians’ playing improves, golfers improve their stroke, injured athletes go back to playing, and the life of those choosing to partake in these programs improve. If you feel badly, it will make you feel good. If you feel good it will make you feel great!

You can do these lessons with your spouse, your friends, your kids and your parents and everyone will improve on many levels.

Have a look through our testimonials and see how our client’s lives have been changed. 

Research that supports the idea of improving the brain via movement?

Research supporting Feldenkrais (which ABM is based upon):

Are There Other Practitioners In My Area?

Visit the Anat Baniel Method site for more information on Practitioners in your area.

For a worldwide listing of certified NeuroMovement® professionals serving Children with Special Needs, please visit www.NeuroConnect.world

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