Squamish Wellness Directory

Reflexology restores & maintains the body's natural balance & encourages healing

Did you know each foot is made up of:

 

28 bones , 19 muscles, 107 ligaments, 31 tendons,30 joints

12,000 sweat glands,  3 arches, yards and yards of blood vessels

and approximately 7,200 nerve reflexes?

 

While the feet are the largest mass of energy in the whole body, they are also farthest away from the heart.  When circulation stagnates, toxins such as uric acid become trapped and calcium crystals form.  Reflexology easily detects these very sensitive areas in the feet and works to break up this "congestion" so circulation is improved and can help the body begin to normalize itself.

 

Reflexology should not be confused with massage. While they each have their own strength, they are two different modalities. Both involve the use of the hands to apply their techniques...the goal with both modalities is to enhance the well being of the client...but Reflexology is more than a foot massage and is often recommended by medical doctors,osteopathic physicans, podiatrists, and chiropractors. 

Similar maps of reflexes are found on the ears or the hands as well.  Through application of pressure on these reflexes - with hands only-Reflexology relieves tension, improves circulation, opens the flow in blocked nerves and helps promote the natural functioning and healing of the body.  Reflexology does not diagnose or prescribe.  The whole body is treated rather than a specific condition.

Essentially, Reflexology helps to balance the physical, mental and emotional aspects of your whole body. If an organ or gland is underactive or overactive, Reflexology can help return it to a normal level.

  Michelle Walton is a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist based in Squamish. Graduate of  the Reflexology Therapist program  through RAC. A member of the Reflexology Association of Canada, BC Chapter of RAC and Squamish Chamber of Commerce.  Michelle is available at the Garibaldi Health Clinic on Tantalus Rd Wednesdays and Fridays. Mobile service is available other days of the week. I am flexible in hours to accomodate my clients.

Reflexology is a natural, non-invasive healing art that is based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet, hands and ears that correspond to every part of the body.  The body has the ability to heal itself. Following illness, stress, injury or disease, it is in a state of "imbalance" and vital energy pathways are blocked, preventing the body from functioning effectively.  When one part of the body is not functioning well, the effect is felt throughout the entire system.  Reflexology can be used to restore and maintain the body's natural balance and encourage healing.

 

Phone #(s): (604) 389-0748

Email: reflexologybymichelle@gmail.com

Website: www.reflexologybymichelle.com

 

Garibaldi Health Clinic,

The Galleries #106-41105 Tantalus Road,

Garibaldi Estates

New Bodyvine Yoga Studio Schedule

Namaste,

Just a quick note regarding our winter schedule. We have changed our Thursday 12:00pm Hatha, to a Flow class instead. We have also changed our 10:00am Friday morning gentle yoga to a 9:30am Flow as well.

Any feedback of class times or class styles is greatly encouraged and appreciated.

I hope to see you all on the mat real soon:)

Much Love,

Christy Defranco

Bodyvine Yoga Studio


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Silent Auction for Haiti

The Yoga Studio www.theyogastudiosquamish.com is hosting a silent auction to raise money for the Red Cross efforts to help in the Haiti earthquake disaster.  Below is a list of items available, and we hope you will be able to come by and bid during the auction times tomorrow or Friday.  All are welcome - please help us spread the word so we can raise as much money as possible for this worthy cause.

Silent Auction Times.
Thursday January 28th - 1 p.m till 5 p.m. (also before/after evening classes)
Friday January 29th - 1 p.m. till 5 p.m.  and 7:45 till 8:30 pm (friday evening we'll have tea and snacks donated from Zephyr for your munching pleasure)
*** Tax reciepts are available for donations over $50***

Other events to raise money include a level 1 yoga class on Friday Evening at 5:30 with Sasha Cohen drumming to the beat of the breath.  After the class we will have a guided Full moon meditation.  %100 of the proceeds from the class and the meditation will go to the red cross.  All are welcome - please help us spread the word.

Silent Auction Items.
1. Singing lesson with music teacher Melissa Braun.
2. Concrete Bowl for potting from Tyson Braun.
3. Cranial Sacral and Reiki Healing Treatment with Penelope Kalopisi Kennedy.
4. Cranial Sacral Treatment with Jules D'Entremont.
5. 1 hour massage from Squamish Therapeutic Massage.
6. 1 hour IMS or Acupuncture with Mina Kavia.
7. Double concrete countertop from Yves L.
8. Brand new 5.10 Approach shoes D'Ascent size 10 mens.
9. Photography from Sonnie Trotter. (Print)
10. Photography from Jimmy Martinello. (2 Prints.)
11. 1 Box of organic veggies from Good Times Farm.
12. 3 Small Prints of Laurel Terlesky's beautiful art.
13. 1 copy of Adam Hart's (Nutritionist) new book E3 Diet/Power of Food.
14. Selection of Tea with tea pot. 
15. Yoga gift package: hand made mat bag and two eye pillows.
16. Gift package from Zephyr Coffee Shop.
17. 10 class pass at The Yoga Studio.
18. Hooded sweatshirt from Valhalla Pure.
19. Half an hour Organic Dog Grooming Treatment.
20. Bottle of 2003 Burrowing Owl Meritage wine from the Okanagan. Their highest-end wine.  It's a Bordeaux style blend of their best grapes, no longer available.
21. Chocolates from Xchocolatl.
22. Ski socks from Fetish.
23.  Gift Cert. donation from the Framing Store on Cleveland.
24. Donation Basket from Agnes Jean.

Other items are still coming in!!

Hope to see you here in the yellow room.

Having a tough time picking out that ideal Valentine's Gift?

 

Look no further as you have found it at Reflexology by Michelle

 

Just think how much your loved one will enjoy being pampered with

a 1 hour Reflexology Session.

 

What a great way to pamper your special someone!

 

Gift certificates are available for any value! You can buy a 1 hour treatment or purchase multiple sessions at a discount.  February Special is 10% off regular price.

 

Call or email Michelle now!

Michelle Walton R.C.R.T.
Reflexology by Michelle
www.reflexologybymichelle.com
Phone: 604-389-0748

COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE OF 2010

ALLO EVERYONE

 

I AM EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE FIRST

 

  COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE OF 2010 

(TO BE HELD EVERY 2ND SUNDAY)

THIS SUNDAY JANUARY 31ST 3PM TO 5PM

FAMILY EVENT

ADULTS $8 CHILD   6-16YRS $4 CHILD   6&UNDER FREE

C-DAR FARM IN PARADISE VALLEY

INVITE YOUR FRIENDS, REMIND THEM NOW SO THEY CAN PLAN AHEAD.

DRUMS FOR SALE FROM INDONESIA & AFRICA

ALSO SHAKERS, TAMBOURINES, RAINSTICKS & BLOCKS

(TO SEE DRUMS AT ANYTIME CONTACT SASHA 604-815-7752)

 

COME SEE WHAT ALL THE EXCITEMENT IS ABOUT

MORE INFO INCLUDING DIRECTIONS TO THE FARM TO FOLLOW.

 

ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT SASHA CÉCILE 604-815-7752

LOOK FORWARD TO SHARING THE GOOD VIBRATIONS

 

NEXT TRIBAL DRUM & DANCE SATURDAY FEBRUARY 20TH 7PM-9PM

I`D RATHER BE DRUMMING!!

Namaste Sasha

The Yoga Studio Squamish Fundraiser for HAITI!

Next Friday, January 29th - Come join for an evening fundraiser at The Yoga Studio Squamish for HAITI! All proceeds will go to The Red Cross efforts to help in the Haiti disaster. The night will start with a Healing Drum yoga class at 5:30 with Sasha Cohen. This will be followed by a guidied Full Moon Meditation at 7:15 and then tea, snacks and a small silent auction. Come share with community for any or all of the events and help raise money for a very worthy cause!  See more details at www.theyogastudiosquamish.com

New Schedule from Bodyvine Yoga Studio

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Tribal Drum and Dance

 

SQUAMISH COMES ALIVE

WITH

HEALING DRUMS

 

TRIBAL DRUM & DANCE

(HELD ONCE A MONTH )

 

SATURDAY , JANUARY 23^{RD, 2010}

^{7PM - 9PM}

^{C-DAR FARM - PARADISE VALLEY}

^{THE GATEHOUSE HALL}

^{FAMILY FRIENDLY}

 

^{ADULTS $8     CHILD 6-16YRS $4    CHILD 5&UNDER FREE}

^{BRING DRUMS, SHAKERS & BELLS}

 

^{DRESS WILD, BRING A CUSHION, WATER , A THERMOS OF TEA & A SNACK}

 

^{DJEMBES, SHAKERS, BLOCKS & tAMBOURINES FOR SALE AT  EVENT}

 

^{RECONNECT WITH YOUR INNER SPIRIT}

^{THROUGH DRUMMING & DANCE}

 

^DIRECTIONS

^{Go North of Squamish on Hwy. 99 Turn left onto Squamish Valley Road- you go for 5km (same turn-off as Alice Lake-opposite direction).  Continue (passing SunWolf Retreat) just over the cement bridge you take a RIGHT at the Fork in the road onto Paradise Valley Road (you will continue on this road for about 4.5km).  You pass the Outdoor School on your right, and continue Over a one-lane bridge .  Keep going along Paradise Valley Road until the pavement turns to gravel - YOU ARE NOW MINUTES  AWAY!!.  From here is is the 5th driveway on your left (there will be a sign Healing Drums & Gatehouse Hall).  Now follow this driveway for about 250m (you will pass a workshop on your left) to the STEEL GATE (it may Be open) BUT - BEFORE THE STEEL GATE TURN TO YOUR LEFT - On your right is THE NEWGATEHOUSE HALL.  PLEASE TRY TO PARK WITHOUT BLOCKING THE ROAD.}

^{PLEASE CARPOOL}

^{CONTACT SASHA IF YOU HAVE SPACE FOR OTHERS!! OR YOU NEED A RIDE!!}

^{FEEL FREE TO FORWARD THIS INFO TO FRIENDS}

^{QUESTIONS SASHA CÉCILE AT 604-815-7752 OR E-MAIL}

^{HEALINGDRUMS@HOTMAIL.COM}

 

 

 

 

 

News from The Yoga Studio

Here are a few events for January 2010!

1. A 4-hour Workshop with Lydia and Sarah - Sunday January 31st - 9 am till 1 pm! 'Finding Your Tensegrity Body' . This workshop will be limited in space so if you are interested please register and pay soon. Click to enlarge poster for details.

2. Healing Drum Yoga Class Friday January 29th and Friday 12th at 5:30pm. (In place of the Friday night Ashtanga 2 class.) Regular passes apply and donations are welcome to offer Sasha a 'thank you' for her time. This class will be more like a level one so it can be accessible for more people to attend.

3. Full Moon Meditation Friday January 29th at 7:15 pm.

4. Yoga Nidra, Guided Relaxation classes Sunday evenings. 8:15 till 9:15. $5 drop in. All are Welcome.

5. Drum and dance circle at Ferdinand's farm in Paradise Valley from 7pm to 9pm January 23rd. All you movers and shakers... come out to play! Drumming done by Sasha Cecile and students. Contact: healingdrums@hotmail.com

6. Upcoming Thai Massage Adjustments Clinic here at The Yoga Studio - March 27th and 28th. More news to come soon - inquiries are welcome! Thank you all for your support and for inspiring us.

Namaste Sarah and Lydia -- www.theyogastudiosquamish.com

The Chopra Centre Partners with the Paradise Valley Wellness Centre

Mind, Body and Spirit

Find out more about this amazing collaboration here...

Paradise Valley Wellness Centre is an inpatient coed adult facility specializing in the treatment of addiction and trauma. The centre promotes balance and integration of mind, body, and spirit. Our clinical program involves a collaborative bio-psychosocial and spiritual assessment. Clients experience a high standard of care with highly trained and compassionate healthcare professionals committed to providing the safety and expertise needed to work on underlying issues. The Centre uses innovative evidence-based techniques and well-known established therapies. Treatment plans are customized to meet clients’ needs. With a maximum of 16 residential clients, a tremendous level of care and attention is assured. More info here...