Feathers Wellness Studio provides a place for you to learn and experience several forms of wellness. This includes yoga classes, belly dancing, Nia classes, sound energy, healing services, certification courses and more. Christine Naoum-Heffernan continues to walk both paths of traditional medicine and complementary therapies. She currently practices as a Pediatric Nurse and is involved in research studies utilizing Reiki in the pediatric population. Acupuncture available in Fall 2009 and Zumba, a fusion of Latin and International music that works as an effective fitness program, coming in September.
SERVICES INCLUDE: Massage Therapy:
Feathers Wellness Center now offers massage therapy by two nationally certified massage therapists. In line with our vision of healing mind/body/spirit, the massage therapist may include Reiki as part of the session. $75/hr. NO TIPS.
Reiki:
Reiki is an ancient form of relaxation. This hands-on healing technique has been practiced for thousands of years. The practitioner lays their hands on a fully clothed individual. Individual experiences vary but often the recepient may note deep relaxation and healing for the mind, body and spirit. $65.00/60 minutes.

Cymatron Sound Session:
Immersing your body in sound provides a profound sense of relaxation. Sound assists the body in moving stagnant energy to make room for healthy flowing energy. This intervention utilizes the client’s intention - a statement about what one would like to release and what one would like to replace it with. For example one may say, “I would like to release sadness and replace it with acceptance and understanding”. Individual practitioners may use adjunctive therapies such as Lucher Color testing, tuning forks, ear candling and Reiki. Sessions usually run about an hour and will be adjusted to meet the client’s needs. All ages benefit may benefit from this intervention. $75.00/60 minutes.

 

YOGA/NIA/BELLY DANCE

Hatha Yoga:
Beginners and practicing students alike are welcome to join to stretch, strengthen and relax. The class will focus on relaxing the body and mind through controlled breathing and the stretching and strengthening of our muscles. While the class does include flowing between postures, the class focuses more on holding poses to relax the mind and body. Class size is small so that each student can receive individual attention from the teacher and it is a comfortable and fun environment. Each class will end with an open or guided meditation.

Nia:
Nia is a combination of movements and concepts from Yoga, Tai Chi, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, Jazz, Modern Dance and other movement forms. Nia offers an impressive low impact cardiovascular workout. This class can easily be adjusted to meet any body size or any level of fitness. You can work as much or as little as you want. You will laugh and have fun while you move your body.

Kundalini Yoga:
Kundalini is a more gentle form of yoga which utilizes the breath with a movement. Chanting and meditation. Come check it out for yourself!

Belly Dancing:
Belly Dancing is a fun way to exercise! Reclaim your feminine power. The class celebrates the body you have right now! Come learn to shimmy and shake. You will learn a bit of history, raise your heart rate and learn to dance. Dancing with coined skirts, zills, veils and more. Classes require pre-registration. No walk-ins at this time unless otherwise noted. Classes are $12 and require pre-registration/drop in if space allows.