Feldenkrais method. Women practising the Feldenkrais method. The Feldenkrais method is named after its founder Moshe Feldenkrais (1904-1984) and is designed to improve human functioning by increasing self-awareness through learning and movement. It teaches practitioners to move more freely, with greater ease, flexibility and grace. The method can permanently improve posture, balance and coordination and is often used in the rehabilitation of people with limited movement or chronic pain.