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Meet Our Wellness Instructors!
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Dale Jensen is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner. He has a long-standing interest in teaching, movement, well-being, and healing. He brings his experience as an environmental educator, a physics instructor, technical trainer, meditator, and aikido practitioner to his Feldenkrais teaching. When not studying Feldenkrais, he spends his time playing football and building Legos with his two boys, growing his garden, cooking, and spending time with his wife.
Active in the Feldenkrais community, Dale currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Feldenkrais Guild of North America and volunteers his IT skills in various capacities.
Website: www.michiganfeldenkrais.com
Current Classes:
Pain-free Knees
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Dr. Dan Geck received his degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic. He has spent the last 12 years studying in the fields of Clinical Nutrition and Chiropractic. In his practice he focuses on finding the underlying causes to the chronic symptom patterns people deal with in their daily lives.
Website: http://drgeck.fixyournutrition.com/
What Dan's Students Say:
"The handouts were great and the instructor was very knowledgeable." - F. Dorr
"Very informative, a better udnerstanding about your thyroid and body working together."
- L. LaPan
Current Classes:
Control Chronic Pain Without Drugs
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Why I Do This
There are the many health benefits that I experience personally:
my whole body is stronger
my balance is much better than it was
my breathing capacity is much greater
I am much more aware of where my body is, what it can do
I feel a lot more competent, physically
I appreciate the beauty of the movements
Waking up in the morning is a chance to go practice!
I’ve got a way to focus and exercise that’s good for relaxation, this helps to not get bogged down in anxiety or frustrations
Paying more attention to how my own body and mind are working transfers to paying more attention to the surrounding world, people and things. There’s a lot to see, anywhere you are!
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Sensei Nigel Kerr is a 1st Dan Black Belt in Tai-Ki and has been granted license to teach Tai-Ki by Juko-Kai International (JKI). Nigel also receives personal and on-going training under Dr. Rod Sacharnoski, Dai-Soke, 10th Dan, the President of JKI and its Asian-recognized martial arts. Nigel is an active member of JKI, studying Tai-Ki and other JKI arts.
Website: http://www.sedgeofcranes.org/
Current Classes:
Tai-Ki
Tai Ki - One night FREE trial class
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Wasentha Young began her study in 1968 with Grandmaster William C.C. Chen. She is nationally published and is known for her teaching abilities and integrative communication skills. Wasentha Young has also received formal instruction in Taoist and Buddhist Meditation and has achieved certification in Acupressure (Institute of Acupressure in Berkley, CA) and as a Wellness Counselor in Mind/Body Consciousness (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, Palo Alto, CA). An instructor since 1974 she opened the Peaceful Dragon School in 1990.
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Wasentha's Website: http://www.peacefuldragonschool.com/
What Wasentha's Students Are Saying:
"As a violinist, I found this class very useful for improving balance and breathing."
- L. Etter
"Well run class in a gentle, patient, and encouraging environment."
- J. Salciccioli
"I leave class feeling peaceful & centered."
- G. Langer
"A very safe space to learn in. The instructor was patient and gave individual attention to each person."
- M. Dalton
Current Classes:
Tai Chi Chuan with Master Young
Introduction to Energy Work
Introduction to Energy Work - One night FREE trial class
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Gary Merel, M.S.L.Ac is a graduate of the New York College of Healthcare Professionals. He has an M.S. in Oriental Medicine, which includes both acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine. Gary has been in practice for the last 8 years and is a current member of the Michigan Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAAOM).
Most recently, Gary has obtained a Certification in Enzyme Nutrition from the Loomis Institute in Madison Wisconsin.
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Gary's Website: http://www.acupuncturecenteraa.com/about.htm
What Gary's Students Are Saying:
"I really liked the interaction between class attendees & instructor, plus great handouts."
- C. Rose
"The instructor was knowledgeable and interacted well with the students."
- S. Newhouse
"We received a wealth of knowledge in an understandable format."
- M. Vaughn
"Gary gave very comprehensive information in a short amount of time. He gave good background info too!"
- J. Bourgon
Current Classes:
Heal Your Digestive System
Balance Your Hormones/Balance Your Life
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Deep Spring Center is a community of individuals who are asking questions about how we can live with more clarity and love. The foundation of our meditation program is Insight Meditation (Vipassana). It is a simple and direct practice: the moment-to-moment investigation of the mind/body process through calm, focused awareness. This process of opening, non-judgmentally and compassionately to ourselves, moves from the sitting period to the whole of our lives. We balance insight practice with lovingkindness and a deepening awareness of our true nature, which is eternal and present now. Although the practices are derived from Buddhist teachings, no special religious beliefs are necessary; we perform no religious rituals. The meditation practices are suitable for those of any or no religion.
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Website: http://deepspring.org/index.htm
Instructors: Jim Whiteside, David Lawson, Erica Dutton, Mary Grannan, Ann Barden, Peg Tappe, Lou Weir, David Coupland ...
What Students say about Deep Spring Instructors:
"I have gained a peaceful, more joyous day to day existance from what I have learned in this class."
- B. Widick
"I found the teachers confident, helpful, and succinct."
- D. Fredericks
"When I registered for this class I wasn't sure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised."
- S. Sterling
"Great experience. I would highly recommend this class."
- M. Morrison
Current Classes:
Insight Meditation: Beginning
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James McGinity is a certified Massage Therapist with a degree in Recreational Therapy. He enjoys helping couples get closer to each other through Massage Therapy and likes to teach classes that promote well being.
What Jim's Students are Saying:
"I learned a variety of techniques and I appreciated that the workshop lasted 3 hours."
- H. Claxton
"I enjoyed this class very much! The instructor was knowledgeable when answering questions on specific muscles and providing keys for muscle relaxation."
- J. Montagano
Current Classes:
Couples Massage
Sports Massage
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Pete Thomas - In November, 2005, Pete Thomas walked away from the finale of NBC's The Biggest Loser 2 a winner - and a loser. The prize he won was $100,000 for losing the highest percentage of weight among those contestants who had been voted off the show. What he had lost was 185 pounds in nine months ... and with it an unhealthy lifestyle that Pete, armed with knowledge about nutrition and exercise, has truly put behind him.
In addition, his personal struggles with weight and his newfound knowledge and passion for nutrition and exercise have lead to him personally developing a ten week comprehensive health and wellness class entitled, 'Lose It Fast Lose It Forever™’ which he currently teaches in Michigan in conjunction with the Ann Arbor Public Schools Department of Recreation and Education.
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Check out Pete's website: http://loseitfastloseitforever.com/
What Pete's Students Are Saying:
“Pete really got me motivated! The program was designed for REAL people."
- E. Reed
“My wife and I have both lost over 40 lbs. and we are becoming healthier everyday. This we can maintain for life."
- C. Drause
"It’s absolutely a life change. And I plan on doing it forever, because I still eat the things I like. I’ve learned to modify what I like rather than deprive myself of the things I want."
- Steve
Current Classes:
Slim U Seminar
Slim U Boot Camp 1 - 4/17 - 5/26
Slim U Boot Camp 2 - 6/5 - 7/4
Slim U Bundle # 1 (2 Boot Camps)
Slim U Bundle #2 (Seminar + 1 Boot Camp)
Slim U Bundle #3 (Seminar + 2 Boot Camps)
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