“ Our lived experiences are reflected in our movement; our movement tells the story of the life that we have lived.”
-Shawn L. Copeland - Founder of mBODYed
Carving out my own space…
Founded in 2022, mBODYed has organically grown out of a time of significant change. Facing the loss of my performance career, I realized that I am, first and foremost, a teacher, and one of the things that I love to do the most is train others to teach. From the quarantine, we learned that Somatic practices could be taught online. mBODYed began as an opportunity to train teachers in the Alexander Technique and Body Mapping within an online environment. Over the past two years, the work has grown through my collaboration with those who have come to work with me. At mBODYed, we combine the Alexander Technique and Body Mapping through the lens of safety and belonging with neuroscience, cognitive learning theories, and somatic trauma healing.
At mBODYed, we help you embody your creativity and arrive at a new level of artistic freedom in your performances and teaching. We understand that movement is the direct path from imagination to performance. Our work together will help you find the authentic expression of your creativity and imagination.
For those interested, we will guide you in further developing your performance skills and teaching through additional training leading to certification in Body Mapping and the Alexander Technique.
Coaching - We offer performance coaching and lessons for those interested in taking their performance to new creative heights.
Training Programs - We offer Training Programs preparing one for certification in Alexander Technique, and Body Mapping. Enrollment is open now for Cohort 5 starting January 13, 2025.
For Colleges and Universities - We offer on-site and online continuing education and training for your faculty in mBODYed Learning, Alexander Technique, and Body Mapping.
mBODYed Retreat 2025 - Summer 2025! Information coming soon!
“I can think of no-one more qualified than Shawn Copeland to teach the principles and application of Body-Mapping. His understanding is clear, thorough, and steadily evolving, and he is a brilliant, sensitive, and imaginative teacher.”
What do we do…
Becoming mBODYed
Becoming mBODYed is a process that cultivates artistic curiosity, creativity, and authenticity in an environment of safety and belonging.
The Alexander Technique
The Alexander Technique is a process for observing and changing your habits. Using Alexander Technique, one can achieve greater heights in artistic expression and creative freedom.
Body Mapping
Body Mapping is the intentional clarification and refinement of one’s body map to align with anatomical reality so that movement is freer and less restricted.
Buy it now!
After 16 years, Body Mapping for Clarinetists is finally in print. I couldn’t be more thrilled and grateful for the help and support of co-author, Jackie McIlwain for joining me in this endeavor. The book is available through GIA publications and CAMco
Shawn is available for individual coaching.
For those interested in training, or for universities interested in educational programs, residencies, or continuing education for your faculty, please visit programs to learn more!