SPIRAL SYLLABUS FREE COMMUNITY
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Free monthly conversations & movement
Join me, Dr Karen Kirkness, and invited experts to explore the connections between movement, fascia and everyday wellbeing.
From menopause and functional medicine to neurodiversity and the science of fascia, we bring fresh perspectives into conversation with practical movement experiences.
A place to explore together
- Monthly seminars leading to conversations with invited experts
- Movement practices to experience ideas in your own body
- Space for questions, connection and shared curiosity
- Invitations to upcoming community sessions
Whether you teach movement or simply want to understand your body better, you are welcome here.
Join for free. Bring your curiosity.
Big ideas. Clear science. One hour together.
Join Dr Karen Kirkness for monthly seminars that bring current research into conversation with everyday practice. Through strong visuals, storytelling and practical exploration, Karen makes complex ideas approachable, giving you time to understand the foundations and ask better questions.
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8 January — Fascia’s “Second” Nervous System
Ever wonder how your tissues sense and respond to movement? The phrase “second nervous system” invites us to explore fascia’s sensory connections alongside the ways its cells communicate and adapt through nature's steepest gradient: calcium ion signaling. Expect practical exploration and a fresh perspective on the conversations happening throughout nature; plants, fungi, and you.
12 February — Hormones Influence How Fascia Feels: Every Age and Stage
Does your body feel different even when your movement routine stays the same? Hormones influence connective tissue alongside sleep, stress, activity and ageing. We’ll explore the emerging science and practical ways to adapt movement across different ages and stages. Bring curiosity about your own experience—or the changing needs of the people you teach.
12 March — What’s So Cool About Von Economo Neurons?
Have Von Economo neurons appeared on your horizon yet? These unusually shaped brain cells invite fascinating questions about internal experience and social awareness. We’ll explore where they’re found, what researchers think they do, and what remains unknown. Expect fresh perspectives on embodiment, teaching and parenting, without asking one neuron to explain everything.
9 April — Pain, Gain & the Windmills in Your Cells
Ever wonder how experiences become lasting habits? Meet CaMKII: a molecular connection between calcium signals and neuroplasticity. We’ll explore how calcium provides the “wind” for these cellular “windmills”, helping us picture some of the processes involved in learning. Expect memorable science and practical reflection on which habits you want to give momentum.
14 May — The Five Filaments: An Heuristic for Movement Exploration
Does anatomy feel easier to memorise than to put into practice? The Five Filaments offers a heuristic—a practical guide for exploring through movement, observation and experimentation. We’ll connect the framework with anatomy and rotational movement, then try accessible explorations. Discover ways to turn anatomical knowledge into questions your body can help you investigate.
11 June — Five Bodyweight HIIT Plays: Spiral Motion Meets Intensity
Ever wonder how to increase intensity without losing movement’s curiosity and variety? Explore five bodyweight HIIT plays combining spiral motion with short bouts of effort. We’ll unpack intervals and recovery, with options to adjust pace, range and complexity. Come ready to discover challenges you can adapt to your own practice or teaching.
9 July — Beyond Stretching: Exploring Your Movement Options
Does stretching keep coming up as the answer whenever something feels tight? We’ll explore what “tightness” can describe and the science behind flexibility and range of motion. Experiment with rotation, rhythm, resistance and changes of direction. Expect broader questions and practical movement options to explore in your own body or share through teaching.
13 August — Different Brains, Different Bodies: Neurodiversity & Movement
Ever wonder why one person’s inviting movement environment feels overwhelming to another? Sensory preferences, attention and predictability shape participation. We’ll explore relevant science alongside individual experience, then consider clearer cues, meaningful choices and adaptable environments. Whether teaching, parenting or understanding your own needs, discover practical ways to support participation with curiosity and care.
10 September — The Latest in Hyaluronan Research: From Molecules to Movement
Does hyaluronan keep appearing on your horizon—in skincare, joint health or fascia conversations? This remarkable molecule holds water and shapes our cells’ environment. We’ll explore selected recent research, distinguish established findings from emerging possibilities, and bring the questions back to movement. Discover what the science can inform and where curiosity remains essential.
8 October — Glide Before Gains: Putting the Pieces into Practice
Ever wonder how to bring these ideas into a movement practice you can sustain? We’ll connect the year’s conversations about fascia, hormones and individual differences through practical exploration. Using Glide Before Gains, explore comfortable movement options and build challenge over time. Leave with ideas to test in your own routine or teaching.
Free Online Community Seminars
Big ideas. Clear science. One hour together.
For anyone working with movement and manual therapy—or simply curious about the body.
Explore fascia, hormones, neurodiversity and more. Build your understanding, connect with fellow practitioners, and discover insights you can bring into your teaching, client work or personal practice tomorrow.
Attend live or catch up on the recording—designed to fit into a busy life.
Ten seminars · January–October 2027
Second Friday of the month · 5–6pm UK time
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