Hands-On Harmony: Relief For the Interpreter Body | Sign Language Studios LLC

Your hands are your invaluable tools, but after a full day's work, do they feel tight, weary, or strained? 
Join our workshop designed specifically for ASL interpreters. Discover practical strategies to alleviate stress and tension in your hands, ensuring you can continue interpreting with ease and comfort. Learn effective techniques to implement before, during, and after your interpreting sessions, empowering you to maintain your passion for signing for as long as you desire.

Presenter Bio: 
Jen Kagan is a certified RID interpreter currently based in Mexico. She is also a certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher CIYT Level 3 and a Certified Yoga Therapist C-IAYT, with 1000's of hours studying and teaching. Ayurveda Therapist Level 1 from Ayushkama Ayurveda Institute, Vedic Counseling with Dr. Frawley, and cranial sacral therapy and Ayurvedic Health Coach.

Educational Outcomes: 
Interpreters will be able to: 

• Visualize the anatomy of the hand and wrist.
• Evaluate their working station and interpreting style and see if this is part of the cause of their pain
• Comprehend and put into practice the three aspects to have healthy hands and wrists (strength, flexibility and relaxation)
• Practice key routines for relieving and preventing hand tension and tightness
• Evaluate if their condition is chronic and in need of therapy or if a regular practice is sufficient.

Disclaimer: 
Should you require any accommodations, please contact us at kayla@signlanguagestudiosllc.com. This event upholds nondiscriminatory practices and encourages a learning environment of mutual respect and free from bias. Sign Language Studios is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This program will offer 0.2 GS CEUs, at the Little/None Content Knowledge Level.

For a full refund, cancel registration by March 28th, 2024.