Fiber Circle Studio Class – Ergonomics at Your Spinning Wheel

This is a 1 session in-person workshop.

LEVEL

Advanced beginner. Must be able to independently setup and adjust your wheel; must be able to independently spin a continuous singles. This is not a ‘learn to spin’ class, although beginners will still be able to participate if they can make a singles.

MATERIALS (not included)

Please bring following:

• Spinning wheel (bring your own or rent from us by selecting ‘Class + Wheel Rental option’)
• Bobbin, etc.
• Bath size towel

Fiber will be provided. Materials fee TBD before event.

DETAILS

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 wheel spinning. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to minimize them and recognize early warning signs that could help prevent injury.

Safer strategies for seating, balancing your spinning work, and, of course, stretches will all be covered.

This is not a “How to Spin” class. Students must be able to spin a consistent singles yarn using both forward draw and long draw techniques.