About

Force and Flow on BCAT Channel 3's Neighborhood Beat Series, Premiered 1/13/11

Force and Flow Integrated Bodywork brings together Ophra Wolf's extensive experience as a professional dancer, pilates instructor and thai bodyworker, along with years of training in various physical modalities, including yoga, Feldenchris, tai chi, capoeira, and contact improvisation, to create a uniquely creative and thorough approach to therapeutic physical training.

The focus of Force and Flow is on coordinating mind, body and breath in order to increase flexibility, tone muscles and organs, develop a strong and supple back, and improve alignment and balance throughout the body. The emphasis on mind-body coordination leads to increased concentration, deep relaxation, and a graceful control of the body that will seep into all areas of your life.

Benefits of the work include:
*Increased strength and flexibility
*Increased lung capacity
*Increased blood and lymph circulation
*Improved alignment and balance of the major muscle groups
*Reduced back pain and injury
*Mind-body coordination
*Posture, balance, and core strength
*Increased bone density and improved joint health
*Strengthened immune system
*Relief from joint and muscle stiffness and an opening of blockages in the body
*Deep relaxation, increased vitality, and a heightened sense of awareness

Ophra Wolf, founder and owner of Force and Flow Integrated Bodywork, has been investigating the mind body connection through movement, performance and bodywork for over fifteen years. She is a highly sought after Yoga and Pilates instructor and has a vibrant bodywork practice grounded in the ancient art of Thai Massage. Her work as a dancer and theater performer give her a rare depth of insight into the art of presence and expression, distinguishing her as an extremely effective instructor. Ophra has taught and performed internationally, in the United States, Israel, England, Belgium, Holland, Finland and Brazil, and is the artistic director of Pursue the Pulse Media Arts Collective. She is known for her unique ability to catalyze transformation in clients of all ages and abilities and to help individuals align their body, mind and spirit with their highest potential.