Floyd Yoga Jam
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August 29-31, 2014
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Tui Na and the Ancestral Sinews
Peter Shea L.Ac.; Faculty and Clinical Supervisor- Daoist Traditions Acupuncture College, Asheville, NC
October 18-19, 2014
Saturday 8am-5pm
Sunday 8:30am-5pm
14 PDA and CE Credits, Pending NCCAOM and NCBTMB Approval
In this class we explore the core hand techniques of Tui Na as movements that generate waveforms in the body in order to remove stagnation and awaken the flow of Qi. We will look at the body from the perspective of the Ancestral Sinews, the 5 Pivots that govern our upright posture through the spinal curvature and the 3 bony cavities. We will also learn how the Ancestral Sinews relate directly to how we use touch to send waveforms through the body for healing. This is a hands-on, experiential class suitable for both beginners and experienced Tui Na practitioners. This class includes Qigong exercises that relate to the hand techniques of Tui Na.
Cost: $230 pre-registration; $280 if registered after October 2, 2014
Registration Deadline – October 13, 2014 (participation after this date dependent on availability plus $25 for late registration).
Minimum registration of 6 required to present this course.
Contact us for more information about the course, lodging and Floyd attractions.
(540)651-2682; info@BRCCM.org
Brown Bag Lunch
LYME DISEASE WITH DOUG FEARN
What you need to know about Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.
Scientific approach to understand: How you get it, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention.
Speaker: Doug Fearn
President, Lyme Disease Association Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc.
Saturday-May 24, 2014
10-11AM
Blue Ridge Center for Chinese Medicine
Free Admission (Donations welcomed)
Contact Berry Franko L.Ac for more information or if you are interested in sponsoring the event.
(540)577-9177
INTERNAL MARTIAL ARTS
NEW Shen Long Xing Yi Class
Teacher: Yarrow Delauney-Yard
FREE Class: March 26, 2014; Followed by 3 months of introductory classes
Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00PM
Class fee- $65/month
Open to everyone, no previous experience required.
Shen Long Xingyi is an ancient Chinese internal martial art that cultivates correct posture, strength and balance. We will begin with 2 months of Fu Hu Gong, a set of exercises designed to strengthen the body and rectify the structure. The goal is to promote health by restoring the mobility of the joints, recovering from old injuries, increasing blood and qi circulation, and promoting health of the organs through proper posture and structural mobility.
Fu Hu Gong is physically demanding, however everyone is encouraged to participate at their own pace with the only requirement being a willingness to make an effort.
The class will continue on through a system of individual, two-person and weapons forms each cultivating a different aspect of strength, mobility, balance, and control of the body.
New Gao Style BaGua class
Teacher- Eli Schwartz-Gralla with assistant teachers
Free Class: March 27, 2014; Followed by a 2-month introductory period
Thursdays, 5:00-7:00PM
Class Fee: $65/month
Eli will teach this class using insights from his years of study in the arts of Gao BaGua, Xing Yi, Taiji, and a few types of Qi Gong as well as being a Tuina and Chinese medicine practitioner.
The class’s focus is to help students become empowered to improve their quality of life ie. physical and mental health through the art of Bagua (which I view as a “medicinal martial art”)
Intro to Bagua
Teacher-Ellen Shankin
Fridays 8:30-9:30 am; Ongoing Open Class
Class fee: $40/month; $12/class
Begin your journey towards an invigorating and health promoting practice. This class focuses on entry level exercises and Circle Walking (Ding shur). Bagua Zhang is excellent for overall health and well-being, reduces stress, reduces blood pressure, calms and centers the mind, develops a strong root, an effective form of self-defense, strengthens the legs, spine and waist, increases blood circulation, corrects poor posture and improves balance.
Note: We no longer have yearly dues for our Internal Arts Classes
MOVEMENT FOR HEALTH
Yoga Basics
Teacher-Mary Brown
Tuesdays, 3:45-5:00
Class Fee: $50/month or $15/class
Vinyasa Yoga for Couples (OC)
Teacher-Ezekiel Fugate
Saturdays January 19, 2014; 1:00-3:00 PM
$15 suggested donation/class
Come alone or with a partner. This class will be a journey of deep stretching and lighthearted fun. No prior experience is necessary.
Life Skills Education Seminars
Lyme Disease and Your Pets
Presenter: Anna Simms DVM
Saturday February 22, 2014; 10:00-11:30 AM
$15.00- Preregistration of 6 Student Required
Part IV of our Holistic Care for Companion Animals Series. Anna will share all that we need to know about Lyme Disease affecting our pet population. Tips for helping pets avoid contracting the disease and what to do if they already have it.
Fermenting Foods for the Body and Soul: Fermenting Vegetables
Presenter: Agatha Grimsley
Saturday, January 18, 2014; 10:00-11:30 AM
$15- Preregistration of 6 Student Required
Continuing Education
NADA training is March 1-2, 2014
15 PDA for Acupuncturist- includes 1 Ethics credit
Expand your Skills and Learn the NADA
A community wellness tool that uses a standardized auricular acupuncture protocol for behavioral health, including addictions, mental health, and disaster & emotional trauma.
The protocol involves the placement of small, sterilized, disposable stainless steel needles in five specific locations on each ear of a client receiving treatment. Treatment is typically completed in a group setting on a regular basis and lasts 30-45 minutes per session. During sessions, little interaction between the client and provider occurs and is mostly non-verbal. The NADA Acu-Detox protocol has been successful in reducing cravings for addictions including drugs and alcohol and lessening withdrawal symptoms. Clients report being more relaxed and comfortable after receiving this treatment.
Date: March 1-2, 2014
Hours/day: 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday and Sunday
Cost: $375 pre-registration; $425 if registered after February 17, 2014)
Registration Deadline – February 24 (participation after this date dependent on availability plus $25 for late registration)
Chinese Food Therapy for Health and Healing (CE)
May 31-June 1, 2014
Course Instructor: Sarah Girard
A Continuing Education Course for Acupuncturist- 19 PDA points
Friday 5:00-8:00PM, Saturday 9:00-8:00PM, Sunday 9:00AM-5:00PM
$325 ($375 if registered after May 15); Registration Deadline – May 26 (participation after this date dependent on availability plus $25 for late registration). Currently enrolled Acupuncture students receive a 15% discount.
In this course we will explore the energetics of all of the food groups and how they can be used to heal sickness, aid in recovery and for prevention of disease. We will look at many of the popular diet fads that are common in the West and discuss why they work for some people some of the time and when they would be contraindicated. We will sample some foods and talk about how to construct meals and meal plans for the different needs of the individual. We will look at digestion and the role of the metabolic organs and how this was viewed from the prospective of Li Dong Yuan and the Earth School of the Song Dynasty.
Chinese Food Therapy-Seminar and Meal
Friday 5:00-8:00PM
$45 ($55 if registered after May 15); Registration Deadline – May 26 (participation after this date dependent on availability plus $15 for late registration)
Presentation of the Basic principles of Chinese Dietary Therapy followed by a special meal.
Registration Required. Call, email or visit www.BRCCM.org to register.
Nurturing the Mother-Claire Marie Miller
24 CE
May 17 & 18, 2014
More information coming soon.
This is Claire Marie Miller’s primary certification course in pregnancy massage, labor massage and support, postpartum massage and newborn/infant massage. Most workshop sites will have a pregnant volunteer to enhance your learning. In this course, you will learn:
- Anatomy and physiology for pregnancy and birth
- Pregnancy massage demonstration and practice
- Cautions and contraindications for pregnancy massage
- Guidelines for pregnancy massage for each trimester
- Massage for high risk pregnancies
- Massage for labor and newborn/infant massage
- Postpartum massage using the principles of mother roasting, a practice of keeping the new mother warm to encourage recovery
- Awareness of the birth journey through videos
- How to teach a Nurturing the Pregnant Couple class including Prenatal Yoga for Couples
- A simple Shiatsu session that you teach the pregnant mom to give her partner
- Rituals as a tool for empowerment for the mom and family, including the Blessingway Birth Ceremony, Birth Beads, and Lotus birth.
- How to market your skills, along with access for “ready to use” brochures and a listing on Claire Marie Miler Seminars
- Resources for you and your clients surrounding pregnancy, birth and family, including books, websites and informational groups
In-class Certification Requirements:
- A practical assessment is given when you massage a pregnant volunteer or student during the workshop
- Written assessment completed at the end of the course
- 24 CE hours and Nurturing the Mother Pregnancy Massage Certification given at completion of the course