Our Principles

Movement depends on context. This is essential. All of our movement aptitudes are based on interaction with specific and ever changing environments and situations. Learning to adapt is what MovNat is all about.

We practice efficiency in all things. The movement aptitudes practiced are performed skillfully (i.e., with efficient technique), greater performance, higher energy conservation, and increased safety.

Movement comes from the inside out, and it stems from awareness of ourselves and our environment. Mindfulness is the gateway to efficient, adaptable movement through perception, concentration, and mental toughness.

The movements help keep us safe. They are useful in times of emergency.

Movement is instinctual. Technique is not. While nobody starts from scratch, we learn technique so we can turn instinct into skilled ability.

We are naturally social creatures. We teach in a group environment based on support. Our movement principles can help a group accomplish what no individual is capable of. Practice can be done alone or with others – but the intent is social.

The movement aptitudes are regularly practiced outdoors in order to maximize health benefits and increase well-being and connection with nature.

The way we move has not changed. Our health is tied to moving, as it always has been for the human species.

The movement aptitudes are practiced in order to acquire and maintain a near equalized, well-rounded skill set and conditioning level.

Movement is for everyone. It belongs to every human being regardless of origin, gender, age, social class, or belief system.

Movement is progressive. And the best progress is made when your training is neither too easy nor too hard, but adequately challenges both your skill level (i.e. competence) and conditioning (i.e. capacity).