Chant Postural
Vibrational Alignment Through Arched Sitting and Voice
by Patsy Ippolito

It was a bit of a grey day in May of 2025, that I found myself sitting in an arched position on a uniquely crafted stool in a beautiful maloca on Crystal Mountain near Nelson, British Columbia, emitting “aaaah” sounds with the support and encouragement of Elisabeth Baile of France. I had received an email flyer some months earlier for a workshop entitled “Chant Postural.” Despite not having a clear understanding of what the workshop was about, something drew me in, and I had registered. 

After some introductions and sharing of information, Elisabeth and her assistant spent time supporting each participant to come into a somewhat unfamiliar, and initially slightly uncomfortable, arched seated position. In the afternoon, we each experienced an individual mini session with Elisabeth and participated in some group toning/singing. More information was given along with opportunity for questions and discussion. By the end of the day, I was exhausted and my body somewhat sore.

I awoke the next morning feeling rested and refreshed, and although still a bit sore, much less so than the previous evening. During the rest of the workshop, we each experienced a couple more mini sessions with Elisabeth, interspersed with group toning/singing, questions, discussion, as well as of course continuing to practise the arched posture both sitting and standing. By the end of the second day, I was already starting to notice internal shifts, most notably a feeling of being more grounded, centred, and present.

In the months since the workshop, I have continued to practise the posture and toning on my own, as well as participating in a couple of online cycles where we practise with others, led by Elisabeth and her assistants. My sense of being grounded within myself and more present has continued to grow, and I am experiencing an increased sense of ease within myself, as well as a greater capacity to navigate the normal ups and downs of life with more ease and grace. I also experience less tension in my body, especially in my shoulders and back, and a hump that was beginning to form on my back at the base of my neck has essentially disappeared! Others have also reported noticing a greater strength and clarity in their voice.

What is Chant Postural?

Chant Postural is a unique method developed by Elisabeth Baile, that enhances deep emotional, psychological, and physical autonomy and well-being. Drawing from modalities such as kinesitherapy, homeopathy, and osteopathy, as well as the work of Karlfried Graf Dürckheim, and Elisabeth’s own experience as a singer, and singing instructor, Chant Postural blends voice with a specific posture to support a transformative inner experience. 

Benefits

Practicers of Chant Postural have experienced:

• Reduced stress
• Increased sense of presence and being grounded
• Enhanced confidence
• Reduced tension in the back, neck, and shoulders
• Emotional resilience
• Increased vocal power, clarity, and endurance
• A more solid foundation of inner safety
• Reduced anxiety

Upcoming Workshop

Elisabeth will be facilitating a Chant Postural Workshop in Saskatoon, SK, on May 2nd and 3rd, 2026. She will also be offering a limited number of individual sessions on Monday May 4th. To register, go to www.chantpostural.com/en and look under workshops Western Canada. If you have questions or require further information, please contact Patsy Ippolito at patsy.ippolito@gmail.com or (306) 227-9424. 

Resources: www.chantpostural.com/en
Cambre et propulse ta vibration, le chant postural by Elisabeth Baile and Jérôme Spic

Patsy Ippolito is a Somatic Psychotherapist/Counsellor with more than 20 years of experience. Her work with clients is informed by the training she has received in the areas of Somatic Experiencing, developmental trauma, Somatic Relational Therapy, attachment theory, trauma counselling psychology, and the emerging field of neuropsychology, as well as her experience with clients and her own healing journey. She strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore the issues and experiences that bring them to therapy and work collaboratively to transform them.