Massage Classes in Chicago, IL

This course provides a full protocol for addressing the most common lower body complaints seen in clinical practice. Student will learn to address hip, sciatic, knee, foot/ankle pain by understanding the role of posture, foot and ankle issues that cause gait disturbance, the various muscular sources that can feed the hips and lower extremities with...

Its time for a body/mind unwind!  We'll focus on some much-needed recovery work every week. Your body needs some TLC during this time more than ever! Get rid of tension and indulge in a little self massage while we are stuck inside and can’t get to any of our usual resources. Want to de-stress and tap into a more relaxed state of being? We’re...

Use various massage modalities and techniques while utilizing your breath to stay centered and balanced. Practice applications of several different massage techniques such as Thai massage, acupressure, and Tui Na. Use five element stretches to assist your partner. Apply these techniques with your partner for relaxation and physical and energetic care....

There are 32 points on your head which, when gently touched, effortlessly and easily release anything that prevents you from receiving what you want. These points contain all the thoughts, ideas, beliefs, emotions, and considerations you have stored throughout your life. This is an opportunity for you to let go of everything holding you back. You...

Let's take cross-fit to the water! We will train to the extreme using calisthenics and weight equipment designed for water, running, jumping and emphasizing decreasing stress on the joints. Simplicity, intensity, and that everything is measurable are some of a variety of reasons to why you should give it a try!

Intensify your Pilates routine by incorporating apparatus equipment! The Reformer, a spring-loaded resistance machine, is one of the low-impact and effective ways to tone muscle, strengthen joints and realign the body. Experience in Mat Pilates classes recommended (try them on the group fitness schedule!) for Beginning and All Level classes. This...

Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. Reiki enables us to create an environment where the receiver relaxes and is ready to receive our touch. Activating Reiki flow at the beginning of a session facilitates your client’s shift from stress and tension to relaxation and openness, meaning that your...

Devote an afternoon to exploring yoga and herbalism for female intimate care and honoring female pleasure. Learn about yoni health, including yoga exercises to connect with your pelvic floor and energetic womb space. Explore herbal preparations for intimate health, including lubricants, yoni steam, and massage salves. Connect with the energetics of...

Qigong is a blend of ancient postures with mindfulness meditation, dynamic movements, and sequences designed to enhance your state of well-being. Using slow gentle movements, employ techniques of self-nurturing massage and acupressure, and tune into and harmonize your body, mind, and emotions. Internal discipline enhances muscle strength, cultivates...

"Thai massage" or "Thai yoga massage" is an ancient healing system combining acupressure, Indian Ayurvedic principles, and assisted yoga postures. This course is designed to equip each student with the foundational and practical understanding of supine, prone, sidelying, inverted and seated techniques common to Thai massage. Students will also study...

Sports Pathology and Massage expands on the techniques developed in Swedish massage and the knowledge of the muscular skeletal system to evaluate and treat athletes and sports injuries.  In this course the student will learn sport specific techniques in order to treat athletes in all areas of their training and competition including pre-competition,...

Walking is a simple and natural way of moving. With proper technique, you can turn casual walking into power walking. Power walking is a low-impact way to improve cardiovascular endurance and total body strength. Join us on a power walk with us and burn the same amount of calories as running with less stress on your body!

This class will give you all the skills needed to perform an awesome massage. Learn how to deliver the right amount of pressure without hurting yourself or partner, how to avoid tired, achy hands, and the best practices for communicating your needs to your partner.