Ergonomics at Your Spinning Wheel
$90.00
An in-person class with Carson Demers
Mar 5, 9:00am-12:00pm
Learn simple strategies to make spinning more comfortable, productive, and efficient. Learn optimal ways to draft both worsted and woolen, and how to sit “ergonomically” at a wheel for maximum comfort and optimal wheel performance.
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Description
Time seems suspended when you’re at your spinning wheel. Hours melt away, but stress and strain can be accumulating in your body. Spinning shouldn’t hurt! In this class you’ll learn what ergonomic risk factors are and where they exist in spinning at a wheel. Most importantly you’ll learn what to do to minimize them, and how to recognize early warning signs that could prevent an injury. Safer strategies for seating, balancing your spinning work, and of course, stretches will all be taught.
Special skills or knowledge needed to take this class
This is not a “how to spin” class. Students must be able to spin a consistent single with both forward and long draw.
Supply List
• A bath-sized towel.
Note: Fiber will be provided.
Required equipment
• Spinning wheel in good working condition.
• Basic spinning supplies including wheel, oil, orifice hook.
No pre-class work required.
Additional information
| Skill Level | |
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| Main Technique | |
| Subcategories | Skill-building Basics, Special Techniques, Tips and Hints, Trouble Shooting |
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