Posture and Ergonomics for Makers - Andrea Lui - Sun. 8/2

Sunday, August 2

2:00-4:00, 2 hours

About this class:
Soreness and stiffness can sneak up after long knitting sessions, making it harder to enjoy your craft. Join Andrea Lui, PT, DPT—orthopedic physical therapist and fellow knitter, crocheter, weaver, and spinner—for a relaxed, hands-on class to help your body feel its best while you create.

You’ll learn practical ways to improve your posture and setup, avoid common sources of tension, and try simple stretches and exercises to stay comfortable and pain-free. The class covers the whole body, helping you knit with more ease and less strain.

Bring a work-in-progress (WIP) to practice new positions and adjustments in real time.

Level: Beginner

What you’ll need to bring to class:
A current work in progress

About the instructor:
Andrea Lui, PT, DPT, OCS (@theknittingPT) is a board certified orthopedic physical therapist and author of Craft without Pain, who happens to love all things fiber arts, including knitting, crochet, weaving, and spinning. Her passion lies in patient education, and in 2021 she combined her love of fiber arts with her physical therapy knowledge to help makers take care of their bodies and improve their crafting longevity. You can find maker self-care reels on Instagram @theKnittingPT, or watch her YouTube knitting podcast as TheKnittingPT where she talks about projects and wellness tips.

Please note - Marketplace tickets are not included in the class price and will need to be purchased separately.

In order to allow our instructors to prepare for their classes, we are not able to refund class purchases if your plans change. However, we are happy to transfer them if you find someone to take your place!