The Back Relief Method · Self-paced video course
Ease Back Pain by Learning to Move Better
Three guided lessons, at home, at your own pace.
Back pain can come with movement that has become effortful and guarded, so the back ends up doing more than its share. In these three lessons, guided by voice, you learn to sense how the pelvis, ribs, and head work together and find easier ways to sit, stand, and turn. No stretching routines and no strength training, just slow, guided movement.
Instant access · Stream on any device · 30-day money-back guarantee
This is learning, not exercise
It will feel different from a workout, a stretch, or a massage. Knowing that before you press play is what helps the lessons work.
There is no right or wrong
Nothing is being graded. Your part is to notice what you feel as you move slowly. If you catch yourself thinking, "Am I doing this right?", that is the moment to come back to sensing.
Small and easy is the point
The movements are small so you can feel the differences. If you notice effort or strain, make the movement smaller until it feels easy.
Progress is not a straight line
Some people feel a change in the first lesson. Others notice it comes and goes, and it tends to build with repetition, like getting fitter. A rough day in week three does not mean it stopped working.
What you learn in three lessons
Three lessons, done on the floor with no props. They build on each other, and you can repeat them as often as you like.
Pelvic Clock
Sense how the pelvis and head move together as one connected system, and how the feet guide and influence that connection.
The payoff: a steadier base for sitting, standing, and turning.
Press play to sample.
Flexible Spine, Free Head
Sense how your head can be fully supported by your skeleton instead of held up by muscle effort, as you explore small, easy movements through the spine.
The payoff: a head that feels light instead of heavy, and a neck and back that can finally let go of the strain of holding it up.
Press play to sample.
Dynamic Spine: Movement in Every Plane
Seated upright, move through the whole spine in many directions while staying grounded in the pelvis.
The payoff: more confident upright posture and steadier balance in daily life.
Press play to sample.
How to get the most from the course
A few simple habits make a real difference.
Set aside time and a comfortable spot on the floor. No props needed.
Wear comfortable clothing, and move slowly, within what feels easy.
Repeat a lesson whenever you like. It can feel different the second time.
After each lesson, take a minute to write down what felt different, however small.
Skip the goal of doing it perfectly. Notice, then let the movement change on its own.
Come back to it. Regular practice builds the change, the way regular exercise does.
A note on safety. Move only within what feels comfortable. If you feel pain at any point, stop the lesson and rest. Pain is not part of the process. If it continues, or you have any concern, check with your healthcare provider before going on.
Is this right for you?
Being clear about this up front means the people who join are the people it helps.
A good fit if you
- Have back stiffness or aching and want to learn easier ways to move
- Are curious about sensing what you feel, not just following instructions
- Want to learn at home, at your own pace
Probably not for you if you
- Want a quick fix or to be told exactly what to do
- Are looking for an intense workout
- Have numbness, weakness, or symptoms that are getting worse. Please see your doctor first.
Your teacher
Hi, I'm Samantha Arbelo
I have spent over 15 years in movement education. I began as a licensed massage therapist, hoping to give my clients deeper, longer-lasting relief, and I added Pilates to support people through movement. Something was still missing, both for my clients and for my own lifelong back pain.
In 2015, while teaching Pilates at a physical therapy clinic, I was introduced to the Feldenkrais Method® and knew it was the missing piece. I completed a four-year professional training in 2020 and went on to advanced training through the IOPS Academy with Jeff Haller.
Change does not come from being told what to do. It comes from discovering what you are capable of, and that is the experience I guide you into.
Try it for 30 days
Watch all three lessons and give them a real try. If you do not feel a difference within 30 days, email me and I will refund you in full.
Common questions
Do I need equipment or Feldenkrais experience?
No. All three lessons are done on the floor with no props, and you need no prior movement experience. I guide you step by step.
What if I keep thinking, "Am I doing this right?"
That is normal, and it is part of learning. Come back to what you feel, such as where you touch the floor or how your breathing moves. There is no right way to look, only what you notice.
How is it different from stretching or strengthening?
Stretching lengthens muscles and strengthening builds them. Feldenkrais does neither. It is about learning to spread movement evenly through the whole of you, so the pelvis, ribs, shoulders, and head all share the work instead of a few areas doing most of it. When movement is distributed cohesively like this, the back no longer has to carry more than its share. It is learning rather than fixing, so there is nothing to push through.
How quickly will I feel a difference?
It varies. Some people feel a change in the first lesson, others notice it comes and goes, and it tends to build with repetition, like exercise. That is why the guarantee runs for 30 days.
How long do I have access?
You have full access to all three video lessons for as long as the course is available. Stream them anytime, as many times as you like.
What if it does not help my back pain?
Try it for 30 days. If you do not feel a difference, email me at samantha@evolvingselfco.com for a full refund.
Is this a replacement for physical therapy or medical care?
No. This course teaches Feldenkrais movement for everyday stiffness and strain. Move only within what feels comfortable, and stop if you feel pain at any point. If you have a diagnosed condition, please check with your healthcare provider before starting.
Not sure if this is right for you?
Email me before you buy at samantha@evolvingselfco.com. I am happy to help you decide, and you can also start with the free first lesson.
The Back Relief Method
Ready to learn an easier way to move?
Three guided video lessons, instant access, and a 30-day money-back guarantee, for $29.99. Or start with the first lesson free.