Happy Fall, Y’all!
EFDMA has been busy – and what a season it has been.
Our main event, FDMeets Katowice, turned out to be a true success.
It was a big challenge to bring everything together, and we are especially grateful to Piotr Rybacki and David Struzik, who worked tirelessly to make it all possible.
The program itself was a well-balanced mix of theoretical presentations and hands-on practice.
Over the course of two days, 66 participants enjoyed insightful lectures and practical sessions.
At times, the experiences were even unusual – like practicing with blindfolds under the guidance of Joachim Stolz – which reminded us all how creative and inspiring these meetings can be.
For those who would like to take another look, the full program remains available on our website.
Saturday evening closed with energy and laughter.
After a day of intense learning, participants came together to relax, bowl, play billiards, dance, and share food and drinks in a lively and joyful atmosphere.
These social moments remind us that FDMeets is not just about learning, but also about connecting and building friendships.
On Sunday morning, we had the privilege of hosting Dr. Perkins, who traveled all the way from Alaska to share rare and valuable original Typaldos videos.
His contribution brought a unique perspective and was a real highlight for many attendees.
We also want to extend our thanks to everyone who filled out the FEEDBACK form
Your feedback is more than a formality for us – it is how we ensure that each event truly serves the needs of our members.
We would like to thank everyone who joined FDMeets Katowice and took the time to share their experiences with us.
Based on the feedback we received, we are truly delighted that the vast majority of participants rated the congress as high-quality, well-organized, and inspiring.
We are especially proud that every respondent said they will be able to apply the knowledge gained in their daily professional work – for us, that’s the most valuable feedback of all.
Your comments and suggestions are extremely important to us, as they help us make future events even smoother, more engaging, and even more valuable.
Many of you shared ideas for new topics, program improvements, and ways to enhance the overall experience – we will carefully consider all of them as we plan the next FDMeets.
As one participant beautifully said:
“Thank you from all my heart. You did a great miracle to set this event up, so we could fully relax in the structure.”
Another added:
“It was an amazing experience – very well organized and inspiring.”
Thank you for all the positive feedback, openness, and constructive thoughts – they are our greatest motivation to continue fostering the energy and professional growth of the FDM community.
HIGHLIGHTS
Whether you were there (lucky you!) or you missed it (“what a sh@me!”) — click here and check out the video from FDMeets Katowice 2025!
Just one click away – a few snapshots that capture the vibe of FDMeets Katowice.
We’ve tried to bottle the energy, the smiles, and the unforgettable moments.
Take a look and relive it with us!
Just point your phone at the QR code and watch the memories come to life in photos!
General Assembly and Board Elections
On the eve of FDMeets Katowice, around 20 members gathered for the General Assembly, where important elections were held.
• President: Evgeny Haimov remains in office.
• Vice Presidents: Bettina Eigemann and Ayhan Güdük were both re-elected.
• Treasurer: Selena Dressel stepped into this role, replacing Sheila Boateng, after previously serving as Secretary.
• Deputy Treasurer: Martina Nilkens continues her role.
• Secretary: Marcel Mahlert was newly elected.
• Deputy Secretary: Piotr Rybacki continues in his position.
• Board Member: Karolina Maleta joined the board as a new member.
• Auditor: Carsten Bünning was elected, taking over from Gerlinde Feiel-Schmidt.
• Auditor: Dr. Georg Harrer continues in his position.
(From left to right: Karolina Maleta, Selena Dressel, Bettina Eingenmann, Evgeny Haimov, Ayhan Güdük, Piotr Rybacki, Marcel Mahlert)
We would like to sincerely thank Sheila and Gerlinde for their years of commitment and service.
At the same time, we warmly welcome Karolina and Carsten to their new roles.
Almost all elections were unanimous, which reflects the unity and trust within our community.
Meet Karolina & Carsten
Some of you have already had the chance to meet Karolina and Carsten.
We’re so excited to officially welcome these two active EFDMA members into the folds of our organization!
Both bring incredible talents with them – from Karolina’s warm and engaging manner to Carsten’s calm clarity and thoughtful perspective.
Their motivation and dedication will be a wonderful addition to the EFDMA team and community.
If you haven’t met them yet, we’ve asked them to take a minute to introduce themselves below.
Hi EFDMA Community,
I’m Karolina Maleta
I’m from Poland. For almost four years now, I have been living in Hannover, Germany, where I work at ETAmed Hannover as well as at Therapie Zentrum Völksen. I’m an IC therapist in FDM.
My journey with FDM began in 2019, and since then I have been an active participant in all FDM symposiums, as well as an assistant in various courses.
I also regularly give lectures as a speaker at FDM congresses and organize working groups, creating space for knowledge exchange and collaboration within the FDM community.
I decided to put myself forward for the EFDMA board because I want to spread the spirit of FDM, and I believe that with my experience, ideas, and positive attitude, I can both enrich and support the current board in its responsibilities.
Hi EFDMA Community,
I’m Carsten
Starting as an Physiotherapist I went to College Sutherland Hamburg of Osteopathic Medicine for five years.Ending with the Examaen of BAO.
After that graduated as an certified alternative practitioner in 2006.
The way after I had a long time ad Munich Group with international Osteopathics like Jean Pierre Barral , Alain Croibier and Serge Paoletti in different ways of the Osteopathic Medicine.
In 2007 I met Dr.Georg Harrer at Basic Module FDM and startet my way with FDM .
In 2012 I made my IC -Certificate FDM of EFDMA and startet my assistantship in the Fascial Distorsion Model (FDM) by Dr.Georg Harrer, Dr.Lukas Trimmel (both Vienna) and Thorsten Fischer (Hannover) at the A.I.M. (Arbeitsgemeinschaft Interdisziplinäre Medizin) from Prof.Matthias Fink in Hannover, München,Köln,Leipzig and Zürich.
FDM Advanced Courses with Keisuke Tanaka (Japan) and Marjorie Kasten (USA).
In 2017 FDM Instruktor of the EFDMA.
IC Exam in Katowice
Another important moment during the event was the International Certificate, IC exam.
We want to congratulate everyone who took this important step in their professional journey.
Becoming an IC is both a challenge and an achievement, and we admire the tenacity and effort of all candidates.
Thank you for your dedication and commitment during the IC exam in Katowice – it’s exactly this kind of passion and enthusiasm for FDM that we need!
Next Instructor Examination – Save the Date!
We’re happy to announce that the next Instructor Examination will take place on January 13th, 2026, in Hannover at ETAmed.
If you’ve been thinking about taking the next step and becoming an EFDMA Instructor, now is the perfect time to get started!
If you haven’t yet registered for the qualifier, we encourage you to reach out to us – we’ll be happy to guide you through the process.
AFDMA 2026
We are also happy to share that our colleagues at the AFDMA will be holding their next event in February 13-15. 2026.
They are looking forward to welcoming many EFDMA faces and perhaps even some presenters from our side.
IC and instructor lecturers, focusing on hands on workshops to advance practical techniques.
For details about their program, please check their website directly.
It promises to be another exciting opportunity to connect across the Atlantic and continue strengthening our international network.
Where: Glendale, Arizona
When: February 13-15 2026.
Keep it coming!
We’re always excited to receive your updates, photos and videos from FDM trainings, working groups and meetups.
Sharing these moments on our social media isn’t just about visibility – it’s a great source of motivation and inspiration for the whole community.
So don’t hold back — let the world see the energy of FDM!
Please send your content to this email address: office@fdm-europe.com
Looking Ahead
FDMeets Katowice once again showed the strength of our community: the willingness to learn, to share, and to celebrate together.
The event would not have been possible without the commitment of organizers, speakers, and participants – thank you all.
We now look forward to the coming months, carrying the spirit of Katowice with us.
With your continued feedback and engagement, we will keep building and strengthening the EFDMA community.
With warm regards,
Your EFDMA Team
Text: Selena Dressel
Customize: Gerda and Magdi