Workshops

In an ideal world every asana would feel restorative. But those that fall into the special category of restorative poses have a particular ability to leave us nourished and well rested. These postures are usually deeply supported by blankets, blocks, or other props and are held for several minutes at a time.

Restorative practice can be intimidating to beginners—all those props! But just a few guiding tips will help you start a regular restorative practice of your own.

In time and with practice, you will be rewarded with the ability to drop with ease into a place of deep contentment. This is what yoga is all about, after all: stilling our fidgety bodies and calming our rambling minds so that we may rest quietly in the present moment and see clearly the peace that resides within.

Excerpt from Yoga Journal article by Claudia Cummins who teaches yoga in Mansfield, Ohio.

For those suffering from anxiety, depression and/or general stress. This is the Minds Inspired New Dynamic System that uses Holistic Alternative Psychology to help oneself release all the baggage of one's lifetime and how to handle all the challenges of life with new, special tools and techniques.

"Holistic Health is not in competition with the American Medical Association; it aims to present safe, common sense, tried and true tools for self maintenance, prevention and health- physical, emotional and spiritual- the mind, the body and the spirit, all as one, one without the other being incomplete. The mind is the builder and that same mind, that body, that soul, expand to meet the needs of the former. Healing is nothing more or less than taking care of ourselves throughout this journey of life, and our health is a gentle, sometimes stronger, reminder of where we are at any given moment. When we are physically and or emotionally challenged, we feel uninspired, caught in a rut. There is undue stress on certain parts of our being and an imbalance manifests itself. Therefore, if one part suffers, the whole body feels it. Actually, this is our opportunity to carefully and objectively observe ourselves...to take a closer look at our lifestyle. We need to take responsibility for our mind and body, realizing that everything affects our health- all factors: physical, emotional, spiritual. All of these are interconnected and affect one another. This is why a holistic approach looks beyond the immediate symptoms into deeper places. As we take this opportunity to reflect and review our lives, we cannot help but "see" the big picture...each step a stepping stone that clears the way for the next, all part of our growth and evolvement that leads to total fulfillment in all areas of our lives. Holistic health awakens that age old insight that we all play a part in the forces that determine our reality and guide us toward our ultimate purpose."

Dr. Dolores Seymour, Director
American Institute of Holistic Health and Wellness

The 7 Chakras, in essence, are energy centers located along the spine which stimulates the endocrine system creating physical reactions within the bodies systems. By focusing our intention on these energy centers with the use of color therapy, music therapy, meditation and guided imagery, we can align the chakras to acheive homeostasis or balance.

Areas of the body we will focus on:
Neck, shoulders, back, legs, feet, arms, hands, scalp and face.

You will learn how to prepare for the massage, proper draping techniques, basic Swedish Massage strokes including effleurage, petrissage, friction and tapotement. You will also learn flowing strokes and gentle stretches that guide both of you into a holistic experience of body, mind, and soul.

This workshop is about connecting with the love within, thus being able to share love with our significant other. This journey is accomplished through unfolding the multiple aspects of GIVING AND RECEIVING of oneself through Massage.

The focus of the workshop is a journey to discover intimacy and the connection we have with our Partner. It is only through understanding and embracing the love within, that we can open the doorway to intimacy between our Partner and Ourselves. And this is what this workshop will bring to you.

In this practice learn how the mind, body spirit connection effects the overall health of your skin. This workshop includes a skin care ritual demonstration, tips and recipes for custom blending your own natural skin care at home and philosophies and lifestyle techniques that will leave you with healthy, glowing skin, naturally!