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Live With Gil, Season 6

Current Season

Join Gil for live monthly video calls with special guests and luminaries in the bodywork, anatomy and movement fields! In these 90 minute talks, Gil and his guests address and discuss topics of interest ranging over issues of anatomical import to life in general. Each session ends with an interactive Q&A, in which the community shares questions, insights, and reflections. 

Live With Gil, Season 5

Join Gil for live monthly video calls with special guests and luminaries in the bodywork, anatomy and movement fields. Season Five includes:

• S5 E1: “Deepening Breathwork Explorations" with Natasha de Grunwald
• S5 E2: "Anatomy Re-Imagined” with Deane Juhan
• S5 E3: "Movement Through A Lifetime” with Russell Maliphant"
• S5 E4: "Exploring Biodynamic Osteopathy" with Keelyn Wu, D.O.
• S5 E5: "Self Care and The MELT Method" with Sue Hitzmann
• S5 E6: "A Polyvagal Approach to Connection, Change and Healing" with Stephen Porges, PhD and Karen Onderko
• S5 E7: "The Bridge between Anatomy and Embryology" with Jaap van der Wal, MD, PhD
• S5 E8: "Revisiting Ligament Pain Referral Patterns” with Robert Libbey
• S5 E9: "Movement, Imagery and Anatomical Understanding" with Eric Franklin
• S5 E10: “Fascia Research and Fascial Fitness” with Robert Schleip, PhD
• S5 E11: "Honoring Homebirth, Midwifery and Women's Health" with Vicki Hedley, MA, CPM
• S5 E12: "Educating for Personal and Professional Growth" with Rachel Scott

Live With Gil, Season 4

Join Gil for live monthly video calls with special guests and luminaries in the bodywork, anatomy and movement fields. Season Four includes:

• S4 E1: "Understanding Ligament Pain Referral Patterns" with Robert Libbey, CMT
• S4 E2: "Enhancing Life Through Movement Study" with Judith Aston
• S4 E3: "Exploring Rehabilitative Medical Massage" with Dr. Ross Turchaninov
• S4 E4: "Fascia in Sports and Movement" with Bruce Schonfeld
• S4 E5: "Exploring Breathwork for Healing & Self Regulation" with Natasha de Grunwald
• S4 E6: "Embodiment Through Movement" with Debbie Rosas
• S4 E7: "Pilates, Dance and Personal Transformation" with Kristi Cooper
• S4 E8: "Developing your own plan to bring Nutritious Movement into your Life" with Katy Bowman
• S4 E9: "Wilhelm Reich, Orgone, & Bodywork" with Tom DiFerdinando
• S4 E10: "Mudfossils, Fascia and more!" with Roger Spurr
• S4 E11: "Exploring Hands" with Madeline Black
• S4 E12: "Reflections from The Nerve Tour" with Rachel Scott

Live With Gil, Season 3

Join Gil for live monthly video calls with special guests and luminaries in the bodywork, anatomy and movement fields. Season Three includes:

1. S3 E1:”Understanding Hypermobility” with L Tuthall and Audre Wirtanen, Founders of Hyp-access.com
2. S3 E2: “Around the 12th Rib” with Jan Sultan, Rolfing Faculty, The Rolf Institute, Certified Advanced Rolfer
3. S3 E3: “Respiratory Diaphragm and You” with Jill Miller, founder of Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® 
4. S3 E4: “Feeling Your Feet” with Madeline Black, founder of The Madeline Black Method™
5. S3 E5: “Nerve Project Preview! Cutaneous Nerves” with Dr. Madhav Gramke, DC
6. S3 E6: “Diaphragm Salon” with Leslie Kaminoff
7. S3 E7: A Practical Approach to Neuroscience with special guest David Weinstock, developer of Neurokinetic Therapy® (NKT)
8. S3 E8: Headaches vs. Migraines: Origins & Strategies, with special guests Til Luchau and Sue Hitzmann
9. S3 E9: Visceral Salon with special guest Gail Wetzler, PT, DPT
10. S3 E10: The MELT Method: Self-Care Deep-Dive With Special Guest Sue Hitzmann
11. S3 E11: Stretching Redefined with special guest Jules Mitchell, author of Yoga Biomechanics
12. S3 E12: “Occupying Inner Space” or, "Life Lessons from an RV!" with Rachel Scott

Live With Gil, Season 2

Join Gil for live monthly video calls with special guests and luminaries in the bodywork, anatomy and movement fields. Season Two includes:

1. S2 E1: The Fascial Net Plastination Project with Gary Carter, KMI, IASI, YTTC, BAWLA, LT Dip, Institute of Anatomical Sciences
2. S2 E2: Practical Applications of Dissection with the Integral Anatomy Teaching Team
3. S2 E3:Discussing the Diaphragm with Leslie Kaminoff  
4. S2 E4: Autism & Gut Health, with Special Guests Roger Spurr and Marguerite O'Reilly
5. S2 E5: Bruce Schonfeld, Advanced Certified Rolfer, Producer/Director: "The Secret Life of Fascia"
6. S2 E6: Ghost Fascia, Experimentation, and the Fun of Creative Discovery With Lauri Nemetz MA, BD-DMT, EYT500, LCAT, CIAYT
7. S2 E7: Exploring Scar Tissue With Alastair McLoughlin, Designer of MSTR® 
8. S2 E8: Exploring Bony Shapes and Movement With Bernie Clark,  Author of Your Body, Your Yoga (and much more)
9. S2 E9: Exploring Spontaneous Movement With Joel Begin, DPT, PT
10. S2 E10: Releasing Scar Tissue, Part 2!  With Alastair McLoughlin,Designer of MSTR® Scar Tissue, Part 2
11. S2 E11: Bone Health and Movement Quality Over Time With Rebekah Rotstein, founder of Buff Bones® 
12. S2 E12: Heart & Brain Coherence; Self-Regulation under Stress With Rachel Scott (E-RYT 500, MSc)

Live With Gil, Season 1

Join Gil for live monthly video calls with special guests and luminaries in the bodywork, anatomy and movement fields. Season One includes:

1. S1 E1: Deep Dive into the IT Band 
2. S1 E2: The SI Joint with Leslie Kaminoff 
3. S1 E3: Brain Tour with Dr. Madhav Gramke, D.C. 
4. S1 E4: Sex Ed Clitoral Anatomy - with Sue Hitzmann
5. S1 E5: Deep Dive on the Psoas! With Til Luchau
6. S1 E6: Exploring "Intersex" with Debbie Rosas
7. S1 E7: Diaphragm-Abdomen Relationship with Jill Miller
8. S1 E8: Touring Abdominal Viscera with Marty Ryan, LMT
9. S1 E9: Body As Gift w/ Rachel Scott, E-RYT

The Nerve Tour Talk

Exploring the Nerve Tree in Relationship

In this 5.5 hour talk, Gil will share the latest research and discoveries from his incredible five month journey dissecting the nerve tree. Through visual presentation, lecture, stories, and guided embodiment exercises, Gil will demonstrate the details of both the central and peripheral nervous system.

What's the Fuzz?!

Exploring the Role of Fascia in Healthy Movement

Deepen your knowledge of fascia in movement through human cadaver dissection and education. This 5 hr/CE credit course includes all 7 video segments from the Vancouver, BC presentation of the “What's the Fuzz?!” presentation filmed in 2017.

Gil's Talks & Presentations

2020-2021

This 8.5 hour course is composed of five groundbreaking keynote addresses delivered by Gil over the course of 2020 and 2021, including presentations from the Embodiment Conference, World Fascia Conference, British Fascia Conference, and Fascia Hub. Includes as-of-yet-unseen footage from the lab and Gil’s most recent discoveries.

Integral Anatomy Series

Layer-by-Layer Tour

This 9 hr/CE version of the course includes the entire 4 feature length volumes of The Integral Anatomy Series and demonstrates the whole body, layer-by-layer, integral approach to anatomy as developed and taught by Gil Hedley, Ph.D., since 1994. Shot from the viewer's point of view, this on-camera dissection perspective enables a visual, dimensional grasp of the material with a transformational effect on one's perspective and touch.

Integral Anatomy Intensive

Layer-by-Layer Tour

This 6 hr/CE credit course includes seven video segments that will take you on a layer-by-layer tour of the human form. Based on the live, daylong presentation that Gil toured and refined over seven years until filming this event in 2012, this course represents the culmination of years of research and learning. Illustrated with images from the lab and our culture at large, this course provides a powerful shift in perspective on the human body that will impact how you connect with both yourself and others.

Dissection Series: Jerry

Key Moments from the Lab

Join us on a dissection journey to explore a male, fixed form. Through these sessions - captured in HD over the course of a six day journey, we explore in detail through the textured layers of the body: skin, superficial fascia, deep fascia, perifascia, abdominal viscera, and thoracic viscera. In addition to surveying these layers, we will have the unique opportunity to explore the intact pars intima, aka “genitals,” dissect the gluteal muscles and deep six lateral rotators, tour the abdominal and thoracic organs (including seeing the artifacts of open heart surgery), perform an abdominal evisceration, and tour both the brain, cranial nerves, and spinal cord.

Dissection Series: Margaret

Key Moments from the Lab

In this course, our teacher and donor form is Margaret: a female, unfixed form. Through these sessions - captured in HD over the course of a six day journey, we explore in detail through the textured layers of the body: skin, superficial fascia, deep fascia, perifascia, abdominal viscera, and thoracic viscera. Some of the special features of this donor form include an extended exploration of the superficial fascia, a tour of the heart and thoracic space (including the diaphragm), a tour of the kidneys and investigation of a knee replacement. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 1

Beginnings

In the first course of "Anatomy from A-Z," we will open our program by meeting our donors, Anna and Z. We will stand in a circle appreciation for their gifts, explore their forms through palpation, and compare their superficial morphologies. We will also create a common etiquette for dissection work and share appropriate safety techniques for work within the laboratory environment. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 2

Skin, Superficial Fascia, Perifascia & Deep Fascia

In the second course of "Anatomy from A - Z,”, we explore the layers of the skin, superficial fascia, perifascia, and deep fascia. We deeply explore their properties, relationships, movement potentials, and variations across the whole body in two different donor forms. Includes exploration of facial muscles and pars intima.

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 3

Muscle Layer: Pectoralis Major, Deltoid, Trapezius and Latissimsus Dorsi

In the third course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we begin to explore the textural layer of muscle tissue in its more superficial aspects around the shoulder and chest. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the superficial muscles of the chest and shoulder, including the pectoralis major, deltoid, trapezius, and latissimus dorsi. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 4

Muscle Layer: The Gluteals, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Sartorius, Gracilis

In the fourth course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we begin to explore the textural layer of muscle tissues around the hip.  

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the muscle tissues of the hips, including the gluteals, tensor fasciae latae, sartorius, and gracilis. Through this experience, participants will gain a rich and deep understanding of the continuities, connections, and relationships between these named muscles and the tissues that surround them

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 5

Muscle Layer: Abdominals & Intercostals

In the fifth course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we begin to explore the textural layer of muscle tissues of the abdominals and intercostals. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the muscle tissues of the abdominals and intercostals, including the rectus abdominis, pyramidalis, external obliques, internal obliques, transversus abdominis, cremaster, intercostals, and innermost intercostals. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 6

Muscle Layer: Shoulder, Neck and Arm

In the sixth course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we further explore the textural layer of muscle tissues around the shoulder and neck. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of muscle tissues of the shoulder, neck, and scapula, including the sternocleidomastoid, pectoralis minor, coracobrachialis, biceps brachii, serratus posterior and inferior, teres major, serratus anterior, rhomboids, levator scapulae and the rotator cuff. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 7

Muscle Layer: Posterior Leg ~ Hamstrings, Calf, Plantar Foot

In the seventh course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we further explore the textural layer of muscle tissues of the posterior thigh and leg. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of muscle tissues of the hamstrings, calf, and plantar foot, including the hamstrings, gastrocnemius, soleus plantaris, abductor hallucis, flexor hallucis brevis and flexor hallucis longus, flexor digitorum brevis and flexor digitorum longus, abductor digiti minimi, quadratus plantae, the lumbricals, and tibialis posterior.  

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 8

Muscle Layer: Anterior Leg ~ Lower Leg, Dorsum of Foot, Quadriceps

In the eighth course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we further explore the textural layer of muscle tissues of the anterior thigh and leg. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of muscle tissues of the tibialis anterior, fibularis tertius, extensor digitorum longus and extensor hallucis longus, fibularis longus and brevis, extensor hallucis brevis and extensor digitorum brevis, popliteus, articular genus and the four quadriceps. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 9

Muscle Layer: Hip ~ Pars Intima, Adductor Group, Deep Six Lateral Rotators

In the ninth course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we begin to explore the pars intima, the adductor group, the deep six lateral rotators, and the sacrotuberous ligament. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the pars intima, aka “the genitals,” and details the continuities and relationships of these structures in their varied presentations. This course also includes the deep muscles of the hips, including most of the adductors (magnus, longus, brevis, gracilis, and pectineus) as well as the deep six lateral rotators (obturators internus and externus, gemellus superior and inferior, piriformis, and quadratus femoris).  

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 10

Muscle Layer: Spine

In the tenth course of our journey “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the textural layer of muscle tissues of the spinal column. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the muscle tissues of the spine, including the erector spinae, suboccipitals, splenius capitis and cervicis, and posterior intrinsics (multifidus rotatores, and levator costarum). Through this experience, participants will gain a rich and deep understanding of the continuities, connections, and relationships between these named muscles and their surrounding tissues, including bony landmarks, fasciae, and visceral elements.

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 11

Tissues and Structures of the Neck

In the 11th course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the tissues and structures of the neck. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the anterior neck structures and muscles of the hyoid and tongue (omohyoid, sternohyoid, digastric, mylohyoid, geniohyoid, cricothyroid, hyoglossus, styloglossus, genioglossus), levator scapulae, the deep anterolateral neck (rectus capitis lateralis and ansa cervicalis), subclavius, and the scalene group. This course also explores many additional features of the neck, including the parotid gland, submandibular gland, its vasculature (jugular vein, carotid artery), the third lamina of the deep cervical fasciae, the vagus nerve, the thyroid, the brachial plexus, hypoglossal nerve, the cranial nerves, and the cupola, or dome, of the lungs. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 12

Muscle Layer: Forearm and Hand

In the 12th course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the extraordinary “octopus” of muscle tissues that comprise the forearm and the hand. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the superficial and deep muscle tissues of the forearm, including the flexor digitorum superficialis and profundus, palmaris longus, flexor pollicis longus, extensor carpi radialis brevis and longus, extensor digitorum, extensor indicis, extensor carpi ulnaris, brachioradialis, brachialis, extensor indicis, extensor pollicis longus, supinator, anconeus, pronator teres, pronator quadratus. This course also explores in detail the muscle tissues of the hand, including the abductor pollicis brevis, the flexor pollicis brevis, opponens pollicis, flexor digiti minimi, abductor digiti minimi, opponens, digiti minimi, and the dorsal and palmar interossei. You will also explore key nerves and structures, such as the flexor retinaculum as well as the radial, median, ulnar, and musculocutaneous nerves. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 13

Muscle Layer: Muscles of Mastication

In the 13th course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the muscles of mastication. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the masseter, temporalis, stylopharyngeus, and the lateral and medial pterygoids. This course also explores in detail the tongue, the soft tissues of the palate, the tonsils, and the structure of the pharynx. In addition, you will also see key cranial nerves and the common carotid artery in situ.

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 14

Abdominal Viscera

In the 14th course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the abdominal viscera. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the visceral membranes (pleura, peritoneum, fascia propria/extraperitoneal adipose, transversalis fascia), as well as structures such as the diaphragm, colon, greater and lesser omentum, appendix, small intestine, liver, gallbladder, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, and spleen. This course also explores abdominal space structures such as visceral adhesions, ligament of Treitz, the superior mesenteric artery, the portal vein, celiac trunk, vagus nerve, hepatic artery and vein, aorta and celiac plexus. Viscera are explored both in-situ for context as well as ex-situ for detail and comparison. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 15

Retroperitoneal and Pelvic Viscera

In the 15th course of our journey through “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the retroperitoneal and pelvic viscera. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the visceral membranes and fascia (peritoneum, extraperitoneal fat, transversalis fascia, lymphatics, cisterna chyli) well as visceral structures such as the kidney ureter, ovarian vein, kidneys, adrenals, bladder, urethral sponge, clitoris, penis, uterus, ovaries, prostate and testicles. This course also explores related vasculature, nerves, and musculature such as the inferior vena cava, psoas major and minor, and lymphatics. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 16

Thoracic Viscera

In the 16th course of our journey “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the thoracic viscera. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the thoracic space, including the visceral membranes, mediastinum, ribs, lungs, heart, thymus, brachial plexus, esophagus, and trachea. Muscular explorations will include longus capitis, longus colli, rectus capitis lateralis, and rectus capitis anterior. Participants will first meet these structures in-situ and gain a greater appreciation of their contexts and relationships. The heart, lungs, bronchial trees, esophagus and trachea will also be observed and compared ex-situ in order to appreciate their structures. A thorough exploration of the heart center will serve to illuminate its key structures, such as its coronary arteries, atria, ventricles, chordae tendineae, valves, and relationships to the pulmonary trunk, vena cava and aorta.  

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 17

Deep Muscle Layer ~ Iliacus, Psoas, Quadatus Lumborum, Diaphragm, Intertransversarii

In the 17th course of our journey “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the textural layer of deep muscle tissues that supports the spine. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the muscle tissues of the iliacus, psoas, quadratus lumborum, diaphragm and intertransversarii. Participants will also meet some retroperitoneal structures (inferior vena cava, kidney ureter, and ovarian vein) as well as the pericardial membranes and lumbar plexus. Through this experience, participants will gain a rich and deep understanding of the continuities, connections, and relationships between these named muscles and their surrounding tissues, including bony landmarks, fasciae, and visceral elements.

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 18

Bone Tree: Appendicular Skeleton

In the 18th course of our journey “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the bones and structure of the appendicular skeleton. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the bones of the appendicular skeleton, including both in-situ and ex-situ detailing of joints, movements, ligaments, muscular attachments, and key bony landmarks. Bones and joints explored include the scapula, humerus, clavicle, elbow, radius, ulna, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges, femur, knee, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, and phalanges. Participants will first meet these structures in-situ and gain a greater appreciation of their contexts and relationships, then explore these bones ex-situ to gain a deeper understanding of bony variation and landmarks. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 19

Bone Tree: Axial Skeleton

In the 19th course of our journey “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the bones and structure of the axial skeleton. 

This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the bones of the axial skeleton, including both in-situ and ex-situ detailing of joints, movements, ligaments, muscular attachments, and key bony landmarks. Bones and joints explored include the pelvis and spine, including the details of the sacrum, coccyx, and all vertebrae. 

Anatomy from A-Z: Course 20

Cranium and Brain

In the 20th - and final - course of our journey “Anatomy from A to Z,” we explore the cranium and the skull. This course includes a detailed exploration and dissection of the landmarks of the cranium, survey of cranial nerves, and overview of key structures of the brain. Structures identified include the cranial landmarks and sutures, meninges, cranial nerves, pineal and pituitary gland, optic chiasma, optometric points, sinuses, tentorium cerebelli, cerebellum, cerebrum, mammillary bodies, cerebral arteries, fornix, hippocampus, thalamus, amygdala, substantia nigra, red nucleus, cerebral peduncles and pons. Participants will first meet these structures in-situ and gain a greater appreciation of their contexts and relationships, then explore the brain ex-situ. 

Visceral Manipulation 1

Barral Dissection & Anatomy Companion Course

This 3-hour course includes an exploration and dissection of the peritoneum as well as structures such as the diaphragm, colon, greater and lesser omentum, appendix, small intestine, liver, gallbladder, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, and spleen. This course also explores abdominal space structures such as visceral adhesions, ligament of Treitz, the superior mesenteric artery, the portal vein, Glisson’s capsule, hepatic artery and vein, and the hepatoduodenal, gastrophrenic, phrenicocolic, and hepatogastric ligaments. 

Visceral Manipulation 2

Barral Dissection & Anatomy Companion Course

This 5-hour course expands upon the content from Visceral Manipulation 1 and includes videos of dissection that illuminate the structure and relationships of the diaphragm, kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen, pancreas, greater and lesser omentum, and the parietal peritoneum. Through these videos, participants will gain a better understanding of these structures in-situ and their relationships so their surrounding tissues. Other landmarks identified include the hepatorenal ligament, adrenal vein and artery, renal fat, hilum of kidney, omental bursa, ureters, portal vein, hepatic artery, common bile duct, and the fundus, cardiac, and pyloric portions of the stomach.

2-Day Dissection Presentation, Led by Gil (Fixed)

May 1-2, 2027

In this workshop, Gil offers participants an intensive dive into integral anatomy through the real-time dissection of a previously un-dissected fixed whole donor form.

Gil and team will teach while dissecting, giving you the chance to learn without the pressure of having to also dissect. Gil will have his select expert team with him to accelerate the dissection process and maximize the view-points for the attendees. Participants will be able to touch and ask questions along the way; this is a fully immersive and transformational experience that will bring your perception, touch and understanding to a whole new level.  

Enrollment limited to 15 participants. 

6-Day Intensive Hands-On Human Dissection Workshop (Fixed)

May 31-June 6, 2027

The 6-Day Intensive Hands-On Human Dissection Workshop is the tried-and-true, time-tested original program taken by thousands of courageous somanauts over the last 30 years. 

This is the fixed version of that course, which will also give you an excellent and extended opportunity to study the softer tissues (organs, brain, spinal cord) of the body that lose their integrity more quickly in an unfixed form. Through hands-on dissection, you will work for six days dropping through the textural layers of an unfixed form with a group of peers. We will work carefully with skin, superficial fascia/adipose, perifascia, deep fascia, muscle tissues, viscera and bone.

This is an unparalleled opportunity to study with Gil in the lab for a whole week!

6-Day Intensive Hands-On Human Dissection Workshop (Unfixed)

August 23-28, 2027

The 6-Day Intensive Hands-On Human Dissection Workshop is the tried-and-true, time-tested original program taken by thousands of courageous somanauts over the last 30 years. 

This is the unfixed (preserved only by refrigeration) version of that course, which offers additional insights into the movement of textural layers, though some features are less available for study (such as the central nervous system). Through hands-on dissection, you will work for six days dropping through the textural layers of an unfixed form with a group of peers. We will work carefully with skin, superficial fascia/adipose, perifascia, deep fascia, muscle tissues, viscera and bone.

This is an unparalleled opportunity to study with Gil in the lab for a whole week!

2-Day Dissection Presentation, Led by Gil (Fixed)

October 2-3, 2027

In this workshop, Gil offers participants an intensive dive into integral anatomy through the real-time dissection of a previously un-dissected fixed whole donor form.

Gil and team will teach while dissecting, giving you the chance to learn without the pressure of having to also dissect. Gil will have his select expert team with him to accelerate the dissection process and maximize the view-points for the attendees. Participants will be able to touch and ask questions along the way; this is a fully immersive and transformational experience that will bring your perception, touch and understanding to a whole new level.  

Enrollment limited to 15 participants. 

Gil's Bookshelf

Compilation of Gil's writings

The "Happy Puppy" option: save $10 by purchasing the PDF versions of the following books as a collection: 

• Reconceiving My Body
• The Heart of Service
• Coming Into Form
• Beyond the Leaving
• Posts, Vol. 1
• Posts, Vol. 2
• Marriage, A Habit of Love

Posts, Vol. 1

Essays

Posts, Vol. 1 is an inspirational collection of short-form insights and considerations of embodied life. The collection forms a bedside or coffee table book, for daily inspiration, or to read aloud before a class or meeting to set a tone for the exploration.

Posts, Vol. 2

Essays

Posts, Vol. 2 extends the inspirational collection of short-form insights and considerations of embodied life. The collection forms a bedside or coffee table book, for daily inspiration, or to read aloud before a class or meeting to set a tone for the exploration. 

The Seeming Space

Poetry

In this collection of poetry, I have gathered together selected contents of three books, two previously published: Coming Into Form and Beyond the Leaving, and a third which has been growing in my notebook and from which I have been doing readings over the past several years, now titled The Seeming Space.

I hope that by gathering all of this content in a single volume, reducing the text size and tightening the arrangement, I have made the whole collection more accessible to would-be readers, and also saved a few trees in the process. 

Coming Into Form

Poetry

In these poems I explore the theme of "coming into form" as both an art and an experience. We are all experts, we have all done so, more or less consciously, and with more or less pleasure. These verses are the direct result of my experience of delving deeply into "the heart of pleasure." It has been an exercise in self-knitting: re-conceiving myself, and my body. I simply had to write these words down.

Beyond the Leaving

Poetry

In these poems, the sometimes sweet, sometimes bitter experiences of life which follow upon coming into form are explored in verse freely. Much ground in the range of human experience is explored: ecstasy, agony, and the spaces in between. I dug deeply for these words, and discovered yet more buried treasure within myself, common ground to us all.

The Heart of Service

Essays

In this series of essays I explore issues around the topics of self mastery, service, and growing beyond the victim consciousness which we all express to some degree. It was originally written as a series of essays over the course of two very prolific months in 2005. Anyone looking for concrete steps and perspectives to move yourself further along a conscious path will likely enjoy these pages!

Reconceiving My Body

Prose

I have long considered the idea that we can actually grow new bodies by shifting how we conceive of our bodies, and ourselves, but thinking about it only got me outlines on paper. The real shift has come from the heart, feeling my way into new and more pleasurable ways of being in the world as a whole person, embodied. This book is a very personal invitation to explore the same for yourself.

 Workshop Handbook

Technical

The Workshop Handbook is a textual accompaniment written originally to support participants taking my 6-Day Intensive Human Dissection Workshop. I now also use it as a general support for my other laboratory course offerings as well. Though it follows a day-by-day format loosely followed in the current version of my 6-Day course, there are dissection strategies and tips and general anatomical information relevant to all the workshops, and helpful for anyone interested in dissection anatomy from an integral approach.