Movement Therapies Class Schedule - WellSpan Health · everyday life can affect your daily pain levels. Learn the value of stretching, deep breathing and other, non-drug, alternative

CENTER FOR MIND/BODYHEALTH & MORE

September through December 2014

WellSpan Center forMind/Body Health

Class sizes are limited; reservations areaccepted on a first-come, first-servedbasis. For a complete listing of freeworkshops, please see the Mind-Body-Spirit listings of the Health & WellnessCalendar. For information or to registerfor the classes in this section, please callthe WellSpan Center for Mind/BodyHealth at 851-5590. Class registration/payment can be mailed to the Center forMind/Body Health, 140 Pine GroveCommons, York, PA 17403.

Moving Meditation for RenewedHealth

This series of T’ai Chi Chih classes areespecially for people with health issuesand is used together with conventionalmedical treatments. It can help buildphysical strength and endurance, aid inemotional and spiritual health, and helpeach individual realize improved qualityof life. The weekly non-committal classis open to all people who have experiencein Tai Chi Chih.

Thursdays, Sept. 4 to Dec. 18 • 10 to 11 a.m.

Instructor: Barb Hines

Cost: $2/class

Location: Childbirth & Family Education 2017 Springwood Rd.

Movement Therapies Class Schedule

Moving Meditation for RenewedHealth Mondays, Sept.8 to Dec. 15 •10 to 11 a.m.


Cost: $2/class

Location: Childbirth & Family Education2017 Springwood Rd.

T’ai Chi Chih Session I – Thursdays, Sept. 4 to Oct. 23• 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Sept. 8 to Oct. 27 • 8:30 to9:30 a.m. Session II – Mondays, Nov. 3 to Dec. 22 •8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

T’ai Chi Chih is a series of relaxing,gentle, slow movements designed tostimulate, circulate and balance the chi.Its general benefits may include tensionand stress relief reduction of joint andmuscle pain, weight control, an increaseof energy, and improvements in balance,flexibility and coordination.


Cost: $85/8-week session

Location: Childbirth & Family Education2017 Springwood Rd

Gentle YogaSession I – 6 weeks Tuesdays, Sept. 9 toOct. 14 • 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.Session II – 6 weeks Tuesdays, Nov. 4 toDec. 9 • 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Stretch, strengthen and relax the body inthis class. Gentle movement, pranayama(yogic breathing), guided meditation andrelaxation, and supported pose(s)combine to increase flexibility, balance,and well-being. Appropriate for all levelsof students, including beginners.

Instructor: Samia Abreu

Cost: $51/6 weeks


Session I – 6 weeks Fridays, Sept. 12 toOct. 24 (no class Oct. 10) • 6 to 7 p.m. Session II - 6 weeks Fridays, Nov. 7 toDec. 19 (no class Nov. 28)•9:30 to 10:30 a.m.


Cost: $51/6 week session


Refund information:• Cancellation more that one week

prior to start of class: full refund• Less than one week prior to start

of class: full refund less $15processing fee

• After first class date: 75% of fee• No refunds after second class date

Happy Saturday Yoga Class

This is an exploration of basic yogapostures connecting them throughattention and breathing, alignment andmindfulness. Perfect for stress relief andoverall well-being. Appropriate for alllevels of students, including beginners.

Session 1 – 6 weeks Saturdays, Sept. 13 toOct. 25 (no class Oct. 11 • 11 a.m.to noon.Session II – 6 weeks Saturdays, Nov. 8 toDec. 20 (no class Nov. 29) •11 a.m. to noon


Cost: $51/6 weeks


Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga is a slow paced, relaxing form ofyoga which holds postures for a numberof breaths allowing participants to focuson individual growth physically andmentally. Practicing Yin Yoga increasescirculation and improves flexibility. It isalso known to improve organ health,immunity and emotional well- being.

Session I - 8 weeks Tuesdays, Sept. 9 toOct. 28 • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Session II – 8 weeks Tuesdays, Nov. 4 toDec. 23 • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Instructor: Tara Lynn Hoffmaster

Cost: $68/8 weeks


Session I – 8 weeks Thursdays, Sept. 11to Oct. 30 • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Session II – 8 weeks Thursdays, Nov. 6 toDec. 18 • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (makeupsessions will be offered for the Nov. 27and Dec. 25 classes)

Instructor: Tara Lynn Hoffmaster

Cost: $68/8 weeks


Improve your Health with aMediterranean Style DietWednesday, Sept. 24 • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

A large multicenter trial, published in2013, found that among persons at a highcardiovascular risk, a Mediterranean dietreduced the incident of heart attack orstroke by about 30%. Come learn how tomodify your own eating style to adhere tothis heart healthy regimen. Nutritioussnacks provided.

Instructor: Dale L. Green, MS, MED,RD, LDN

Cost: $15

Location: Apple Hill Medical Center25 Monument Rd.

Partners in PainMonday, Nov. 10 • 6 to 7:30 p.m.

This collaborative class betweenWellSpan’s Center for Mind/Body Healthand physical therapy providers willempower you in dealing with chronic pain.Learn how posture imbalances andeveryday life can affect your daily painlevels. Learn the value of stretching, deepbreathing and other, non-drug, alternativetherapies. A gift certificate for massage willbe given as a door prize at the end of class.

Speakers: Beth Smith, LMT

Tina Skillan, PTA

Cost: $10 per person


Infant MassageMondays • 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Bond with your infant and help relax andsoothe them. Learn basic massagetechniques to help with colicky babies.

Bring mat or blanket to lay your child on.

Instructor: Cindy Andruscavage, LMT

Cost: $15 per child


Prenatal YogaTuesdays, Sept. 9 to Oct. 14 • 11 a.m. tonoon

This class is designed to prepare the bodyand mind for labor and delivery, usinggentle and safe movement, breathawareness, guided meditation andrelaxation. Appropriate for all levels ofstudents, including beginners who may bediscovering yoga for the first time whilepregnant.


Cost: $51/6 weeks


Tai Chi ChuanSession I – 6 weeksWednesdays, Sept. 17 to Oct. 22 • 6:30 to7:30 p.m.Session II – 6 weeksWednesdays, Nov. 12 to Dec. 17 • 6:30 to7:30 p.m.

Taijiquan (Tai Chi) is a set of movementsdesigned to nurture balance and harmonyin mind and body.

Based on Chinese martial arts, themovements are smooth, continuous,relaxed and balance internal (breathingand awareness) and external (physical)elements of movement. These low impactmovements can be practiced just aboutanywhere and do not need any specialequipment. Casual loose fitting clothingand shoes with low or no heels should beworn to allow freedom of movement.

Instructor: Dustin Quance

Cost: $68/6 weeks


Movement Therapies Class Schedule (cont.)

locate and release spasms and hype-contraction in the tissue, eliminate triggerpoints that cause pain, rebuild thestrength of injured tissues, assist venousand lymphatic flow, and restore posturalalignment, proper biomechanics, andflexibility to the tissues.

Bamboo Fusion Treatment

This new modality is based on an ancientart. This exotic treatment uses warmedbamboo to penetrate deeply into themuscles releasing, tension and inducing atherapeutic state of relaxation and peace.

Lavender Foot Scrub

Allow the benefits of lavender to helprejuvenate fatigued and over-worked feet.

Stone Massage

Enjoy relaxation at its deepest level asyou allow these age-old elements to helprelease the stress of your muscles. Theheat from the stones will help to melt thetension in your muscles as the cold stoneshelp to increase circulation.

Integrative Reflexology

Integrative reflexology moves betweenboth feet in a rhythm; the bottom of thefeet are stimulated to create a calmingeffect throughout the body. IntegrativeReflexology can also include the handsand ears. Everyone may benefit fromtherapeutic Integrative Reflexology, fromchildren to the elderly, and especiallythose with chronic health challenges aswell as those who desire stress reduction.The service may include foot soaks,scrubs, aromatherapy, and the use ofhydrating foot cream.

Individualized massage session that will leaveyou in a state of relaxation. Includes aSwedish massage with the addition ofaromatherapy, warm wrap and hot stones asdesired by the client. Allow the heat of thestones and the towels to alleviate your muscletension in a soothing and nurturing way.

Call for pricing.

To learn more about our aesthetician, nailand laser services, including pricinginformation, please call 717-812-5625.

**Prices are subject to change**

Gift certificatescan be purchased at theCenter for Mind/Body Health140 Pine Grove CommonsYork, PA 17403.

Call 851-5590 for more information.

Self Sports Massage, Recoveryand Personal Injury PreventionTechniques

Sports Injury Prevention with Self SportsMassage, Flexibility and StrengtheningTechniques

Session I: Lower Body Monday, Oct. 13 • 6 to 7:15 p.m.Session II: Upper BodyMonday, Dec. 15 • 6 to 7:15 p.m.

This is a hands-on class for athletes of alllevels. You will learn the benefits of selfsports massage and how to properly usetools such as the foam roller, the stick, golfballs, lacrosse ball, tennis balls and otherproducts. Perfect for swimmers, cyclists,runners triathletes and many others.

Instructor: Terry Kelly

Cost: $15

Equipment needed: Please emailinstructor at [email protected] fordetails and items needed


Center for Mind/BodyHealth andMedSpa ServicesPersonal Nutrition Consultationsand Counseling

Whether your goal is improving generalnutrition, increasing energy, losing weight,increasing anti-aging agents or addressingspecific health issues such as cancer orheart disease, a registered dietitian can helpyou formulate a nutrition plan unique toyour needs.

Provider: Dale Green, RD

Cost: Insurance may cover–checkwith your plan

Initial consultation: $75,follow-up $40/half hour

Acupuncture and ChineseMedicine

Acupuncture is a form of traditional Asianmedicine. It uses slender needles, whichare inserted just beneath the skin’s surfaceat specific points, depending on yoursymptoms. It is virtually painless, and isbased on your body’s flow of “chi” (naturalenergy). Acupuncture helps your body tostay in peak condition and maximizesyour ability to heal and resist disease.

Providers:Hong Zhang, RAc; Sunny RAc.

Massage Therapyand Energy Work Relaxation Massage

A smooth, flowing style that promotesgeneral relaxation, improves circulationand range of movement, relievesmuscular tension, and is broad based asopposed to point specific.

Treatment Massage

Helps restore function to injured “softtissues” (muscles, tendons and ligaments).Therapy may involve the use of varioustypes of massage (e.g. deep tissue, triggerpoint) as well as a range of othertechniques to assist your recovery.

Myofascial Release

Gentle, sustained pressure into the fascialsystem through compression, traction,twisting or the movement of a particularbody part to break through fascial barriersor restrictions. This release can result inan increased range of motion and generalpain relief.

Reiki

Reiki is a Japanese system of stressreduction and relaxation, which facilitateshealing on all levels. Guided relaxation,guided imagery and guided breath workare included in the sessions when appropriate.

Neuromuscular Therapy

This comprehensive program of soft-tissue manipulation balances the body’scentral nervous system with themusculoskeletal system. It is also used to

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Movement Therapies Class Schedule - WellSpan Health · everyday life can affect your daily pain levels. Learn the value of stretching, deep breathing and other, non-drug, alternative