ILAN LEV METHOD - THE HAGUE
What is ILM?
The Ilan Lev Method is a hands-on somatic approach that helps the nervous system relearn easier movement. Fully clothed on the table, movement is introduced through the body’s structure so areas of held tension can release and the system can reorganize. People often notice more ease, fluidity, and energy — and sometimes emotional release as old patterns unwind.
Sessions are normally 1 hour long.
Start with a FREE 10-minute tryout to see if it feels right for you.
Who benefits most:
✅ Chronic or recurring pain
✅ Stiffness from sitting/desk work
✅ Injury or movement restriction
✅ Athletes & high-demand bodies
(Also supportive for stress patterns, overwhelm, and post-trauma issues.)
What happens in a session?
- Quick intake — tell us your main issue.
- Directional movement is introduced through the body so areas of tension can soften and movement can reorganize.
- Integration and simple take-home suggestions.
Meet Your Practitioner
Ady Elzam is an advanced Ilan Lev Method practitioner with over 15 years of experience in guiding people toward greater ease, freedom, and connection in their bodies. His work focuses on restoring natural movement through responsive, attentive exploration, helping clients reduce tension, improve mobility, and rediscover comfort in everyday movement.
What People Experience
“I sleep better and feel calmer in my body since starting sessions. It’s hard to explain, but everything feels more balanced.” ~ E. 32
“After the first session my neck felt lighter and I moved more freely without thinking about it. The change felt natural, not forced.” ~ S. 41
“I came with lower back pain and left feeling taller and more relaxed. The effect continued for days after.” ~ M. 58
FAQ
What is the Ilan Lev Method?
The Ilan Lev Method is a gentle hands-on approach that helps the body reorganize movement patterns. Through small movements and touch, the nervous system can release unnecessary tension, improve coordination, and allow movement to become easier and more comfortable.
What happens during a session?
You lie comfortably on a treatment table while I guide movement through the body. The session is calm, dynamic and non-forceful. Many people notice changes in breathing, relaxation, and ease of movement during or after the session.
Is it a massage or a physiotherapy?
No. It is not a massage and not physiotherapy. The work focuses on improving communication within the body as a whole, so movement can become more efficient and less effortful.
What can it help with?
People come for many reasons, including pain, stiffness, stress, recovery from injury, improving movement for sport, or simply wanting to feel more comfortable and free in their body.
Is the FREE 10-minute tryout a full session?
No. The tryout is a short introduction so you can experience the method and see if it feels right for you. If you decide to continue, we can discuss a full session afterward.
Do I need to have pain to benefit?
Not at all. Some people come with specific complaints, others want to improve movement quality, relaxation, or body awareness.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothing that allows easy movement is best.
How many sessions do people usually need?
This depends on the person and their goals. Some people feel changes after one session, while others choose a series of sessions to support longer-term changes.
Is it safe?
Yes. It’s responsive, not forced — always adjusted to your comfort and system.
I’m not sure if this is right for me — what should I do?
That’s exactly why the free tryout exists. It allows you to experience the method briefly and ask questions before deciding on a full session.