Yoga and Movement Arts

Yoga is integrated into the massage therapy program, in the practice of asana (physical postures) at the beginning of classes for the purpose of self-care for bodywork, cultivating the focus, centering and grounding. These are hallmarks of conscious bodywork, and educate students in stretches to give their massage clients for selfcare. The ethical foundations of yoga and the ethics required of massage therapists are very similar and complementary.

T’ai chi and chi kung are interwoven into our program as well to assist in promoting focus and concentration and help students to consciously come into contact and work with subtle energies in the body. All of the move-ment studies that are part of the massage program promote cultivation of grace and flexibility, and help students be more present and attentive to the academic and experiential components of learning massage. We offer various movement classes to the public, and students who wish to participate are given a 15% discount on the cost of the classes.

Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training with Jeff Tiebout can be pursued independently of the medical massage program, or the two programs may be pursued simultaneously. The program includes one week long intensive at Yoga Sport in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania and at Indian Valley retreat center in Floyd County.

The 250 hour program consists of 1 weekend per month and involves the physical practices (asana) as well as yogic philosophy, ethics, anatomy, teaching methods, restorative yoga for individuals with limitations and medical conditions, and use of yoga props (blocks, straps, chairs) for special populations.

Shivabalayogi Meditation

Wednesdays 5:15 – 6pm Learn a simple and profound meditation technique. Good for beginners or to facilitate your already-existing meditation. For more information call Nancy at 552-2177 or 951-7011.

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Jeff Tiebout, Victoria Stone and Nancy Mignone
are
Yoga Alliance Certified Teachers