Singing Dragon

26/03/2026

In my career I have undergone a paradigm shift in how I understand touch.

With massage, shiatsu and chiropractic I often used strong, quick interventions; poking, prodding, stretching, manipulating. The main goal was freeing up structural issues.

It was fun, but did not work so well with trauma, persistent pain and anxiety.

I now use touch as tool primarily to convey feelings of safety, to support emotional expression and to improve a sense of embodied connection.

An idea for a book on touch had been in my head since 2019, but when we went into the 2020 covid lockdowns it really took root, and Touch is Really Strange was created.

The idea for a book on touch has been in my head since 2019, but definitely a lockdown project.

The Really Strange series has been huge fun and continues to get heartwarming feedback. There have been suggestions for books on Depression, Adverse Childhood Experiences, Grief or Breath.

Whilst I have some experience with clients with all those topics, I realised I have far more to say about touch. I use touch everyday in normal work life and teach two year courses on being skilful with touch.

Touch Is Really Strange is a celebration of slow, gentle, meditative touch - ‘relational touch’. Touch that is focused on the whole person and all their stories. Touch where the goal is to connect to feelings states that are often hidden, rarely simple and sometimes scary.

I really appreciated getting this review:

Touch is Really Strange is a wonderful addition to the Really Strange Series. Steve is a creative storyteller who is adept at making the science of complex human experiences accessible, interesting, engaging, and understandable, especially as it is brought to life through Sophie’s visually arresting and deeply human artwork.

This is a beautiful story about science, touch, and being human. It doesn’t shy away from nuance and complexity, it embraces them to wonderful effect.
- Joletta Belton, Pain Patient Advocate,

You can see the link in my bio to get your copy.

17/03/2026

THE NEWEST BOOK BY REBECCA AVERN.

Are you looking for practical guidance on pediatric acupuncture?

Rebecca Avern draws on 25 years of experience to share the subtleties that shape successful practice, from the first moments of connection with a child to the choices made when treatment proves challenging.

This is an essential resource for acupuncturists and students who are looking for compassionate and clear guidance that's grounded in clinical experience.

Pre-order now: https://uk.singingdragon.com/products/a-practical-guide-to-pediatric-acupuncture

Publishing 21st April 2026.

A Practical Guide to Pediatric Acupuncture prepares practitioners for the treatment room by explaining clearly how to approach children and families with confidence and sensitivity and focusing on the 'how' of treatment. Rebecca Avern draws on 25 years of experience to share the subtleties that shap...

13/03/2026

12/03/2026

Is biotensegrity totally new to you? Or perhaps you’re keen to enhance your understanding? We are sharing the foundations of the biotensegrity concept on Friday 20th March through a series of short video teaching segments. We’ll clarify key concepts and provide an open space for live questions as we go. Whether this is your first encounter with the term or you’re refining your knowledge, this session sets the tone for our Focus on Biotensegrity weekend.

Join us for an evening with Chris Clancy, Susan Lowell de Solorzano and Bruna Petito, a free and open to all event.

Book your space here - https://thefasciahub.com/course-sp-biotensegrity-weekend-22-23-march - where you can also find our full schedule of events that weekend. Dedicate some time to your learning and we guarantee you will feel inspired by the end - and don’t miss our fabulous Special Event on Sunday!

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11/03/2026

Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga by Jo Stewart (foreword by Jivana Heyman) explores how the aerial hammock can help create inclusive spaces, supporting practitioners with different bodies, needs and experiences.

This book provides guidance on adapting postures and working with diverse groups to providing you with the knowledge needed to support your teaching of aerial yoga.

This book is perfect for yoga teachers and movement teachers wanting to make their class accessible and those who want to teach aerial yoga.

Pre-order now: https://uk.singingdragon.com/products/eight-limbs-of-aerial-yoga

This book repositions the aerial hammock as a supportive, sensory tool to allow more people with diverse needs to experience the physical benefits of yoga and focus the mind. Finding safety in our bodies is a central theme in yoga practice but a traditional class environment does not always meet the...

09/03/2026

16/02/2026

Do you have your copy of the essential musculoskeletal guide to managing head and neck pain?

Head and neck pain is one of the biggest challenges clinicians face, and this book brings together evidence-based guidance from experts worldwide.

This is a vital and new resource for physiotherapists, osteopaths, educators, and researchers who assess and manage head and neck pain.

Find out more: https://uk.singingdragon.com/products/the-head-and-neck

05/02/2026

For massage therapists exploring somatics

Discover how somatic techniques can transform touch, awareness and client outcomes. This book blends philosophy, accessible neurophysiology and hands-on techniques in order to bring depth to your massage practice.

It invites you to embark upon your own somatic journey to discover how to employ these holistic principles in an ancient form of healthcare.

Buy now: https://uk.singingdragon.com/products/somatic-techniques-for-massage-therapists

11/12/2025

Is winter taking its toll? Discover how yoga can be a valuable tool to support your body and mind as we enter the colder seasons. In this article, Singing Dragon author Sian O’Neill explores how mindful movement, breath, and self-awareness can help us stay grounded, balanced, and resilient through winter’s slower rhythms.

There's also a discount code included in the article, so make sure you read it through to the end.

Read now: https://www.murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk/blog-post/moving-winter-yoga-tool-body-and-mind

Alumna Sian O’Neill describes the benefits of yoga

09/12/2025

"The Tao of Movement is more than a book—it is a practice, an invitation, a quiet revolution against the culture of overexertion and external validation."

Xiang Xu (17 Nov 2025): The Body as a Living Landscape, Dance Chronicle.

The Tao of Movement received a wonderful review recently that you can read in the most recent issue of Dance Chronicle. The reviewer captured the essence of this book and how it invites dancers to bridge together the parts of themselves they had held separately.

Drawing from the rich philosophy of Tao Vesan Kozánková has written a book that doesn't just 'simple talk about movement' instead 'feels like movement itself'

Access the journal here: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/01472526.2025.2565541

Buy the book here: https://uk.singingdragon.com/products/the-tao-of-movement

For those who move, be it dancers, yogis, athletes, physical actors, or aerial dancers, the demands on their health go far beyond the ordinary. This book, authored by a seasoned dance teacher and leading authority in Traditional Chinese Medicine, unlocks the keys to maintaining wellbeing through Chi...

01/12/2025

ALL BOOKS ARE 30% OFF

Our book sale ENDS TODAY! This is the last chance to get any book for 30% off with code ALL30. 🤩

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