Treat your spirit, mind and body to an extraordinary experience. Whether you seek to release chronic tension, heal from an injury or illness, increase your sense of well being, or strengthen your resistance to stress and disease, you have come to the right place.
In Practice since 1995...
Focusing on individualized attention for every client in each service. Intutive, Integrative massage, private yoga and group classes are where I share my healing arts experience and hope to offer a sense of well-being to each client & student.
Providing therapeutic bodywork and yoga services that instill resilience, ease, and well being. Whether you seek to release chronic tension, heal from an injury or illness, increase your sense of well being, or strengthen your resistance to stress and disease, you have come to the right place.
Offering massage and private yoga in a relaxed and intimate setting at 545 Oak Street in Downtown Chattanooga and am offering group classes in larger, extroverted settings like Northshore Yoga and SportsBarn in Downtown Chattanooga. Each aspect of my services are designed to treat both the mind and the body for a complete wellness experience.
Whether its a wellness or holistic nutrition tip, a renewed sense of self, or a favorite yoga pose, I hope that you experience a sense of peace and calm energy when you leave.
Come experience this for yourself!
Who Am I
I am a teacher and therapist with a wide range of expertise and experience. I am licensed and skilled practitioner that has many years of combined experience and training to provide personalized care for optimal health, improved functioning, and rejuvenation. I continually enhance my skills through ongoing advanced training and practice a wide range of techniques and modalities in order to effectively and positively impact a client/students health.
I am utilizing my B.S. degree in Psychology and Exercise Science with over 15 years of experience to offer you the best mind/body bodywork possible. I began studying Mind/Body philosophy at age 16 with the book "Biology of Hope" by Norman Cousins, MD. He coined the term "psycho-neuro-immunology:
I received my first teaching Certification in Hatha Yoga from Lex Gillan and later received a Certification in Vinyasa Flow Yoga and YA-200 from Stephanie Keach. I have taken workshops with Ranjani Cobo, Bryant Kest, Shiva Rea, Doug Kellor and many others. My strongest influence has been Ashtanga Yoga and have always found the importance of mindful breath and alignment within the flow.... a blissful aspect of the yoga experience.
I have also I have been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 1995 and AMTA certified.
Having Created and Managed "madia's studio" in 2000 and transitioned in to private practice in 2010 . It is such a pleasure to be in private practice again to bring all my experience into a laser beam focus. on my clients and students.
My Inspirations
Bamboo is one my inspirations for optimal health because of its integration of complimentary qualities. As an ancient saying goes: Be like bamboo. It is strong on the outside and soft and open on the inside. The stem stands freely in the wind and bends, it does not resist. What bends is harder to break.
We are at our healthiest when we integrate complimentary qualitiesstrength and resilience, with yielding and ease. Massage and yoga can help to foster this dynamic, healthy balance.
Your hand opens and closes and opens and closes.
If it were always a fist or always stretched open, you
would be paralyzed.
Your deepest presence is in every small contracting and expanding, the two as beautifully balanced and
coordinated as bird wings.
- Rumi
Yoga teachers will often refer to "your practice," which means your individual experience with yoga as it develops over time. The amazing thing about yoga is that your practice is always evolving and changing, so it never gets boring. Although the poses themselves do not change, your relationship to them will. Anyone can start a yoga practice, even if you don't feel like you are very flexible or very strong. These things will develop over time. Another great thing about thinking about "your practice" is that it encourages the noncompetitive spirit of yoga. One of the most difficult, but ultimately most liberating things about yoga is letting go of the ego and accepting that no one is better than anyone else. Everyone is just doing their best on any given day.
Yoga is a practice for optimizing the health of the body and quieting the mind. It includes a variety of activities, including postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation (dhyana), and lifestyle practices. According to a year 2000 survey, it is estimated that over 15 million Americans currently practice this ancient art.
Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word yuj, which means to yoke, join, or apply. Yoga is usually translated as union, for its methods and practices lead to a profound integration of body, mind, and spirit. The yogic ideal is to achieve complete freedom and authenticity by transcending the limiting structures of the ego-personality (the person we behave as on a normal day) and discovering the true spiritual Self within.
Yoga For Healing:
Open to students who want the benefits of yoga with out the flow component. You will learn the basics while building strength and flexibility. You will also spend time working with your breath to create ease of body and mind. This is a practice perfect for anyone that wants to heal an injury and/or learn how to prevent injury.
Mindful Yoga Flow:
A practice for all levels. Mindful yoga is a class that flows with awareness. We move into and out of poses using the breath as our main focus. We will use the poses to get into our bodies not our bodies to get into the poses. Curiosity and self acceptance are encouraged for this class. We will practice between challenge and ease. Meditation will also be a part of this practice. Learning to become as present as possible.
Introduction to Meditation
Your session will include overview of the various types of meditation practices and how to apply them to your daily life. We will explore walking, sitting, eating practices to bring mindfulness more fully into daily life. After the first session you will be able to begin a daily practice.
Core Power Yoga:
This class has been designed to make the abdominals and back stronger. It emphasizes abs-focused Vinyasa's with standard Power Yoga asanas. By unchaining and releasing athletic power the practitioner develops supple strength. It physically and mentally challenges the practitioner to connect to an inner power. Core Power Yoga helps heal, detoxify and rouse the body and mind. This is done through balance and intention. This is a vigorous and challenging practice, one which blends strength, perspiration and mindfulness.
This style of Yoga was taken to the west by followers of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. He is an acclaimed Yogi and Sanskrit scholar who inspired Western Yogis with his Ashtanga Yoga Style and philosophies.
Slow Flow Yoga:
yoga practice linking poses to breath to reveal body awareness, inner strength and easeful opening.
Slow Flow Yoga is a practice of flowing postures (vinyasa) to awaken self-awareness of the body through a gentle, but deep approach to classical yoga. There is an emphasis on breathing and letting go, while linking one pose to the next. I encourage students to feel alignment from within.
Benefits
Slow Flow Yoga is a great way to learn so much about your body, gain strength and awareness, and eventually, if you like to intensify the practice...you will be ready for Power Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga or Yoga Flow, if desired.
What To Expect From a Power/Vinyasa/Flow Classes
This style allows for a lot of variety, but will almost certainly include Sun Salutations. If your yoga class schedule lists a Vinyasa class, expect movement, not just stretching. Whether the class is fast or slow, includes meditation, or is very alignment-oriented will depend on the individual teacher. Some very popular yoga styles, such as Ashtanga and Power Yoga, make use of the Vinyasa method, but they will be listed on a class schedule by their individual names.
Relax, Renew, Strengthen, Open, Heal, Celebrate and experience a transformative shift through private sessions
Private sessions are held in my healing arts space and can be arranged in your home. Small private group sessions are also available upon request.
Each private session begins with a client health profile interview that considers your past health and lifestyle conditions and gives you an opportunity to reflect on what changes you would like to make to enhance your present lifestyle. Whether it be simply to learn techniques to identify and release stress or to immerse yourself in a program that will foster a deeper internal experience, you will be encouraged to view this process as originating from you, and along with skillful facilitation there will be an opportunity for you to realize your goals and intentions.
Choose from a wide variety of transformational offerings
You can schedule any Yoga or Massage session by clicking on any of the "book now" links below
Yoga Instruction
If you are new to yoga we may explore learning postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or awareness. Or you may wish to focus on developing or deepening an at-home practice if you are presently practicing yoga. While yoga classes are an effective way of learning and practicing, there may come a time when you choose to learn in a private session.
In a private yoga session, I devote my undivided attention to your needs and tailor the session specifically for you. Because it is designed for you, a private yoga session can streamline and enhance your progress.
There Are Many Reasons For Deciding on a Private Yoga Session Including:
Private Yoga Session
60 mins - $70
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donation only
Healing Arts Sessions
From the moment you arrive, your private healing arts session is tailored to your individual needs. Your body, mind and spirit are cared for and balanced with your own unique blend of yoga therapy, directional healing, chakra balancing, massage therapy, meditation, all to support your intuitive awakening. The insights received help you to gain clarity and open your heart to a deeper knowing. Each session is unique and supportive. 90 mins | $95
my signature yin and yang yogassage
yin-yogassage
A customized session that will create a deeply relaxing & restorative experience through a unique combination of yoga and massage
$95 | 90 minutes
or
yang-yogassage
An invigorating combination of yoga, massage and acupressure points that will leave you feeling detoxed & rejuvenated
Trust in the mystery of the moment. Be open to the innate wisdom that will direct you. Honor your journey.
Yogassage is a form of bodywork that incorporates assisted yoga asanas (poses) and therapeutic massage techniques. I combine stretching and tissue manipulation. Degrees of client participation varies from passive to full involvement. Techniques used in yogassage is similar to Thai Massage.
Yogassage appeals to the ideal of Chakras of the “bodymind.” The massage combined with the yoga increase the natural comfort and balance of the body and the mind, free from stress and tension. Yogassage teachers argue that another person’s touch can bring about positive changes in the body and mind, including increased circulation, relaxation, and strength development.
Yogassage sessions can be tailored to the individual, soothing aching backs or joints, releasing tensions in busy muscles, or invigorating the circulation of the body and awareness of the mind. It can target certain muscle groups, and encourages the deepening of postures and the release of unhealthy body holding patterns. Yogassage can incorporate joint mobilization, breath work, and hand skills, or simply a passive system of stretching. It has been used by athletes and non-athletes alike to aid in physical and mental well-being.
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"enjoy the spaces...
between your thoughts and distractions"
30 minutes - $40
With the hectic pace and demands of modern life, many people feel stressed and over-worked. It often feels like there is just not enough time in the day to get everything done. Our stress and tiredness make us unhappy, impatient and frustrated. It can even affect our health.
We are often so busy we feel there is no time to stop and meditate! But meditation actually gives you more time by making your mind calmer and more focused. A simple ten or fifteen minute breathing meditation as explained below can help you to overcome your stress and find some inner peace and balance.
Meditation can also help us to understand our own mind. We can learn how to transform our mind from negative to positive, from disturbed to peaceful, from unhappy to happy. Overcoming negative minds and cultivating constructive thoughts is the purpose of meditation. This is a profound spiritual practice you can enjoy throughout the day, not just while seated in meditation.
Trust in the mystery of the moment.
Be open to the innate wisdom that will direct you.
Honor your journey.
My Style
Intuitive, integrative massage blends various massage techniques, including deep tissue , neuro-muscular therapy, swedish, myofascial release, yoga, reiki, and others, providing all the benefits there-in. This massage relieves general to specific aches and pains, and promotes wellness, rejuvenation, and allows for possible emotional releases. The treatment is tailor-made for your body on any given day. Communicate your “mental/physical state in that moment and your preferences with me. Allow me to utilizing my extensive experience and intuitive abilities to offer you a unique massage experience.
Health Benefits of Integrative Massage
You can book any massage or yoga session by clicking any of the "book online" links below. I am typically booking a week to two weeks in advance.
I offer Massage and Private Yoga at
545 Oak Street, Downtown Chattanooga
Intuitive-Integrative Massage Therapy
Includes consultation, massage, yoga and possibly meditation depending on your need in that moment! This is a great session to begin the experience.
$95 / 90 minutes
Healing Arts Session
From the moment you arrive, your private healing arts session is tailored to your individual needs. Your body, mind and spirit are cared for and balanced with your own unique blend of yoga therapy, directional healing, chakra balancing, massage therapy, meditation, all to support your intuitive awakening. The insights received help you to gain clarity and open your heart to a deeper knowing. Each session is unique and supportive.
An invigorating combination of yoga and massage that will leave you feeling detoxed & invigorated
deep tissue
my specialty a more intensive style of therapy tailored to release deep-seated tension. focused work is performed with deeper pressure. great for athletes & yoga students.
$70 | 1 hour
Intuitive-Integrative "tune-up" Massage
In case you just need a "tune-up"
$55 | 45 minutes
pre-natal
a relaxing, theraputic massage to take pressure off the lower back & offer comfort to the expectant mother.
reflexology
an eastern modality using specific pressure points on feet to stimulate organs & acheive overall balance in body.
$40 | 30 minutes
reiki
a powerful yet subtle form of hands-on healing. this technique induces deep relaxation while helping to balance energy systems.
aromatherapy
essential oils are used during the massage to facilitate a deeper level of therapeutic experience.
(added to any massage)
$10
foot treatment
using hot compresses & essential oils, this massage treatment is especially therapeutic & nurturing for the feet.
$40 - 30 minutes
face treatment
this massage treatment incorporates pressure points & is great for headaches & sinus pressure
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"If you and I are having a single thought of violence or hatred against anyone in the world at this moment, we are contributing to the wounding of the world..."
~Deepak Chopra
I am offering a donation-based yoga class for my dear, soul-sister, Shani Fecht who was killed one year ago on June 2nd. She was one of the most beautiful people I have ever known inside and out. She was open, adventurous, compassionate and was extraordinarily nurturing to animals (especially dogs :) and to all her "people" friends. I received so much love and kindness from her and know that this world is now missing a sweet and very special energy. I love you, Shani !! In honor of YOU!
June 5th 12-1:00p - ahimsa Yoga - all levels - Northshore Yoga
this class will be a slow/power yoga that will carry the theme/vibe of ahimsa
MEANING OF AHIMSA
Ahimsa or non-injury, of course, implies non-killing. But, non-injury is not merely non-killing. In its comprehensive meaning, Ahimsa or non-injury means entire abstinence from causing any pain or harm whatsoever to any living creature, either by thought, word, or deed. Non-injury requires a harmless mind, mouth, and hand.
Ahimsa is not mere negative non-injury. It is positive, cosmic love. It is the development of a mental attitude in which hatred is replaced by love. Ahimsa is true sacrifice. Ahimsa is forgiveness. Ahimsa is Sakti (power). Ahimsa is true strength.
All monies received will go to the "Family Violence Prevention Fund"
www.endabuse.org
"being present is a true gift"
The perfect gift for body and soul. Show your love an appreciation to that special person with a Meditation & Gentle Flow Yoga or a customized Gift Certificate.
Meditation & Relaxation Gift Certificate:
This certificate will allow your guest to enjoy 90 minutes of personalized, nurturing attention from me. The session will help discover how to incorporate simple meditation and yoga techniques into daily living, through heightening awareness. This option is recommended for those constantly stressed and looking to live a life with more serenity.
1hr. 15mins $85
Customized Yoga Gift Certificate:
In this 75 minutes session, your guest will enjoy personalized and experienced instruction with me. The class will focus on a synchronized breath with movement. It includes gentle stretches and movement designed to increase the range of motion of every joint while increasing energy. This session is recommended for those that are new to Yoga and those looking to learn how to enhance flexibility, balance the energy and calm the mind.
1h-15mins $85
or pick from any massage, yogassage or private yoga session.
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Massage & Private Yoga at:
545 Oak Street
Chattanooga, TN
423.267.0007
please attempt to book your appointments online through this website via the massage or yoga pages as it might take some time for me to get back you via phone as I am with clients and students most of the day. Thanks! namaste'
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