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In Beginning Zen Shiatsu, we impart the simple ability to be with another human being in a healing context. This class is open to anyone who wants to learn to share this beautiful skill with others. Every time you lay hands on another human, you have an opportunity to express mindfulness and compassion. You have the ability to spark the intrinsic...

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....

"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...

This class builds the student's repertoire of techniques from traditional Thai bodywork and other modalities with the goal of working with specific issues of pain and dysfunction. Many of the techniques are derived from the traditional northern style sequence as taught at the Old Medicine Hospital in Chiang Mai, but taught in a unique sequence that...

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...

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,...

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.

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...

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,...

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!

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...

Do you want to lose excess baby weight, stay active with your children and meet other moms in the process? If so, this course is for you! This is not your ordinary stroller class! Designed to not only help you lose your baby weight, but also to take your body to the next fitness level. Each class will challenge your body while you have fun doing...

No time to HIIT the gym? Register for this 30 minute class. High Intensity Interval Training is an effective full-body workout that includes intervals of strength and cardio.  All levels welcome.