Classes

This class covers the history and principles of Ortho-Bionomy and specific points and positioning techniques to stimulate natural self-correcting neuro-muscular reflexes for most areas of the body.

These techniques facilitate the release of pain and tension patterns, promote expanded range of motion, increased circulation, and a greater sense of well-being. This work is easy to learn, easy on your body, highly effective, and combines well with massage, bodywork, and any system of health care.

A valuable, dynamic tool for all massage therapists and bodyworkers, Ortho-Bionomy will help your clients rediscover ease and harmony in mind, body, heart and soul! Enroll and enjoy a dynamic, fun filled weekend.

Luann creates an ideal climate for comfortable learning, balancing her workshops with respectful leadership and delightful spontaneity. Be prepared to learn and laugh, plus give and receive healing, rejuvenating bodywork.

This foundation class focuses on the power of the Upper and Lower Extremities.

The Extremities are direct mechanisms of expression to the fight, flight, and freeze responses of the autonomic nervous system. On the other hand, (pun intended!), the Extremities are a source of grounding, centering, and resiliency.

Students will experience how working with the Extremities can be felt throughout the entire body and Being.

This class is one of a week-long immersion into the fundamentals of Ortho-Bionomy. This class is being offered as a stand alone class or as a part of the series "Spine, Mind, and Motion."

This foundation class covers the history, philosophy, and concepts of Ortho-Bionomy and provides an overview of the basic release techniques and anatomy for each major joint in the body. Movements and positions of comfort are demonstrated to facilitate the release of muscular tension and overall stress by stimulating the inherent, self-corrective reflexes of the body, which help create structural alignment and balance from within. This course is typically taught for specific body areas/anatomy, such as spine, extremities, thoracics, etc. to break the coursework into more manageable sections.

Dr. Arthur Lincoln Pauls, the founder of Ortho-Bionomy, organized his work into Phases Four, Five, Six and Seven, with the foundation work beginning with Phase Four. This is covered in the Phase Four course.

In this class we will explore how to release deeper patterns in the shoulders and ribs. We will look at patterns of individual constrictions and how the tension patterns of the shoulders and ribs affect each other.

When combination moves are used, they can support deeper and fuller releases. We will also explore the reflexive nature of the shoulders and ribs to the rest of the body.

This class is pending NCBTMB approval.

This class can be used for Phase 4 requirements or to fulfill an elective requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Associate, Practitioner, and Advanced Practitioner training programs.

This Ortho-Bionomy foundation class uses osteopathic-based, painless, and gentle body positions to work with both general and specific tension patterns.

This method is practical, structure oriented, and works with neuromuscular self-correcting reflexes. The techniques of this class can alleviate tension patterns of the wrists and thumb within 10-30 seconds.

It is amazing how such gentle and simple techniques can give such deep releases. It is easy on the practitioner and can easily be integrated into any massage or bodywork session.

This class is NCBTMB approval pending. It can be taken as a stand-alone class or as preparation for a 16 hour Ortho-Bionomy class.

TIME: 5:30-8:30 PM Pacific

Ortho-Bionomy® uses osteopathic-based, gentle, comfortable body positions and movements to stimulate self-correcting reflexes within the muscles and nerves. This method is specific and structure oriented.

The techniques of this foundation class can alleviate tension patterns of the pelvis within 10-30 seconds. It is easy on the practitioner and can be integrated into any massage or bodywork session. Included in the class tuition is access to a pre-requisite online video with necessary information about Ortho-Bionomy, so that we can spend more class time doing hands on work. If you have recently taken an Ortho-Bionomy class this requirement may be waived, please ask for more details.

The Releases for the Shoulder - Posterior & Scapula 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for six Specific Shoulder points and the Scapula. The Anterior Shoulder, Posterior Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist, and Hand mini classes in combination are the equivalent of the 16 hour Releases for the Upper Extremities (Phase 4) class.

This class is NCBTMB approved. This four hour “mini class” can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

Ortho-Bionomy® uses osteopathic-based, gentle, comfortable body positions and movements to stimulate self-correcting reflexes within the muscles and nerves. This method is specific and structure oriented.

The techniques of this foundation class can alleviate tension patterns of the pelvis within 10-30 seconds. It is easy on the practitioner and can be integrated into any massage or bodywork session. Included in the class tuition is access to a pre-requisite online video with necessary information about Ortho-Bionomy, so that we can spend more class time doing hands on work. If you have recently taken an Ortho-Bionomy class this requirement may be waived, please ask for more details.

The Releases for the Shoulder - Posterior & Scapula 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for six Specific Shoulder points and the Scapula. The Anterior Shoulder, Posterior Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist, and Hand mini classes in combination are the equivalent of the 16 hour Releases for the Upper Extremities (Phase 4) class.

This class is NCBTMB approved. This four hour “mini class” can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

Ortho-Bionomy® uses osteopathic-based, gentle, comfortable body positions and movements to stimulate self-correcting reflexes within the muscles and nerves. This method is specific and structure oriented.

The techniques of this foundation class can alleviate tension patterns of the pelvis within 10-30 seconds. It is easy on the practitioner and can be integrated into any massage or bodywork session. Included in the class tuition is access to a pre-requisite online video with necessary information about Ortho-Bionomy, so that we can spend more class time doing hands on work. If you have recently taken an Ortho-Bionomy class this requirement may be waived, please ask for more details.

The Releases for the Hand 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Carpals, Metacarpals, and Phalanges. The Anterior Shoulder, Posterior Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist, and Hand mini classes in combination are the equivalent of the 16 hour Releases for the Upper Extremities (Phase 4) class.

This class is NCBTMB approved. This four hour “mini class” can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

Ortho-Bionomy® uses osteopathic-based, gentle, comfortable body positions and movements to stimulate self-correcting reflexes within the muscles and nerves. This method is specific and structure oriented.

The techniques of this foundation class can alleviate tension patterns of the pelvis within 10-30 seconds. It is easy on the practitioner and can be integrated into any massage or bodywork session. Included in the class tuition is access to a pre-requisite online video with necessary information about Ortho-Bionomy, so that we can spend more class time doing hands on work. If you have recently taken an Ortho-Bionomy class this requirement may be waived, please ask for more details.

The Releases for the Cervical Spine 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Upper, Middle, and Lower Neck. The Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, and Pelvis mini classes in combination are the equivalent of the 16 hour Releases for the Spine & Pelvis (Phase 4) class.

This class is NCBTMB approved. This four hour “mini class” can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

This class takes the principles of Ortho-Bionomy and applies them to the neck and thoracic outlet, going beyond the standard moves taught in the Spine & Pelvis (Phase 4) class.

When applied these releases can affect the bony structure and musculature of the entire pelvic region. Class techniques will include working with the Anterior Neck (Scalenes, Sternocleidomastoid muscle), Jaw, Clavicular Attachments, Pectoralis Minor, and Ribs 1-3. The gentleness and ease of using these techniques will amaze you and your clients.

This Class will be on June 27, 28, 30, and July 1 (F, Sa, M, T 2025 , from 9:00 am- 1:00 pm Pacific Time

NCBTMB Approved 16 hours

This class takes the principles of Ortho-Bionomy and applies them to the neck and thoracic outlet, going beyond the standard moves taught in the Spine & Pelvis (Phase 4) class.

When applied these releases can affect the bony structure and musculature of the entire pelvic region. Class techniques will include working with the Anterior Neck (Scalenes, Sternocleidomastoid muscle), Jaw, Clavicular Attachments, Pectoralis Minor, and Ribs 1-3. The gentleness and ease of using these techniques will amaze you and your clients.

This Class will be on June 27, 28, 30, and July 1 (F, Sa, M, T) 2025 , from 9:00 am- 1:00 pm Pacific Time.

NCBTMB Approved 16 hours

This foundation class covers the history, philosophy and concepts of Ortho-Bionomy® and provides an overview of the basic release techniques for the joints of the extremities.

Movements and positions of comfort are demonstrated to facilitate the release of muscular tension and overall stress by stimulating the inherent, self-corrective reflexes of the body which help the body create structural alignment and balance from within.

Ortho-Bionomy® uses osteopathic-based, gentle, comfortable body positions and movements to stimulate self-correcting reflexes within the muscles and nerves. This method is specific and structure oriented.

The techniques of this foundation class can alleviate tension patterns of the pelvis within 10-30 seconds. It is easy on the practitioner and can be integrated into any massage or bodywork session. Included in the class tuition is access to a pre-requisite online video with necessary information about Ortho-Bionomy, so that we can spend more class time doing hands on work. If you have recently taken an Ortho-Bionomy class this requirement may be waived, please ask for more details.

The Releases for the Pelvis 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Psoas, Ilium Rotation patterns, and the Sacrum. The Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, and Pelvis mini classes in combination are the equivalent of the 16 hour Releases for the Spine & Pelvis (Phase 4) class.

This class is NCBTMB approved. This four hour “mini class” can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

A thorough review of Phase 4 concepts and applications from basic to advanced.

Phase 5 introduces the student of Ortho-Bionomy to a more subtle level of awareness of the principles and practice of the work.

The all-important Reflexes of Ortho-Bionomy will be front and center as students learn to recognize and utilize these dynamic functions.

The possibilities expand as we, as practitioners, learn to do LESS more effectively while encouraging and empowering our partners on the table to MORE.

Phase Five moves to a more subtle level of awareness of the practice and principles of Ortho-Bionomy®. Phase Five techniques develop and increase the student's understanding and proprioceptive sensitivity to the self-corrective movements initiated by the client.

Through observation, following and supporting subtle movement patterns, muscular tension is released, range of motion is increased and pain is reduced.

In Phase Five, students are encouraged to do less and let the client be the guide for his/her exploration of change.

This class heightens our sensitivity and awareness to energetic relationship. The techniques clarify the effects of interactions within the auric field that promote a natural return to physical, mental and emotional well-being.

Students learn to notice and identify energetic shifts within themselves and others, and to model that capacity. They learn the value of "not doing" as the practitioner steps back to allow the client's self-healing capacities to engage. The concepts of alignment and attunement, holding space, interrupting patterns, and offering options will be explored as they relate to the natural reflexive responses of rebound, recoil, remembered emotional response, follow on response, and ongoing action.

This class presents release techniques that monitor and acknowledge the capacity of the person to energetically shift their patterns to promote physical, mental and emotional well-being. Participants develop sensitivity and learn to recognize and observe the emotional and energetic shifts that occur as a result of the Ortho-Bionomy movements that are experienced. Participants learn the value of "not doing" as the practitioner steps back and allow the client's self-healing capacities to engage.

In this class we use hands-on movements to assess, to release, and to integrate areas of pain or tension in the client’s body. Using Ortho-Bionomy principles and the body’s innate wisdom, you will fine tune your ability to sense patterns in the movement of the tissue and the responses of the neuromuscular proprioceptive reflexes.

These hands-on movements fold in seamlessly with any kind of bodywork you are already doing, and are fun to do! These techniques are so important that Melissa uses them in every single session.

This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Practitioner training program.

In this class, participants learn to evaluate and address inefficient postural habits through accurate observation and simple exercises.

Techniques to work with spinal curvatures and scoliosis are presented and practiced. Post techniques focus on assessing and releasing areas of tension as well as integrating the work done in a session.

In addition, exercises are taught to facilitate the client's ability to maintain balance through the neuro-muscular re-education of postural habits.

Using isometric and isotonic techniques we can offer the opportunity for our clients to actively retrain muscular patterns to better function and balance in a way that is still comfortable and safe.

Techniques for working with inefficient muscular tension patterns as well as underdeveloped muscle tone are presented and practiced.

Through the use of restraining movement while the muscle is engaged, self-correcting reflexes are stimulated and habitual holding patterns can be released.

Participants learn how the conscious use of obstacles can help promote change from rigid physical patterns to greater mobility and allows the client to actively participate in the session.

This class presents the Chapman's Reflexes system of identifying and stimulating reflex points to facilitate lymphatic drainage and the balancing of the organs.

The class also focuses on the relationship between the neuro-lymphatic reflexes and the endocrine system and its effect on structural balance as well as the individual's physical and emotional well-being.

Participants learn skills for addressing emotional responses that may arise during a session in an appropriate and professional manner.

In addition, participants discuss the guidelines for professional conduct and review the Society of Ortho-Bionomy® International's Code of Ethics.

Because Ortho-Bionomy sessions are structured differently than many other types of bodywork this course addresses how to structure an Ortho-Bionomy session as well as how to integrate the work with other modalities that the participant may use in their practice.

Through discussion and hands-on practice the participants will delve deeply into the mechanisms which create sessions that are coherent, fluid and ultimately effective. In addition, issues related to documenting sessions, dealing with the financial dynamics with clients, and creating appropriate boundaries between the client and practitioner are addressed.

Participants will be equipped with the skills to bring the professionalism and the compassion that characterize Ortho-Bionomy sessions into their practice.

Because Ortho-Bionomy sessions are structured differently than many other types of bodywork this course addresses how to structure an Ortho-Bionomy session as well as how to integrate the work with other modalities that the participant may use in their practice.

Through discussion and hands-on practice the participants will delve deeply into the mechanisms which create sessions that are coherent, fluid and ultimately effective. In addition, issues related to documenting sessions, dealing with the financial dynamics with clients, and creating appropriate boundaries between the client and practitioner are addressed.

Participants will be equipped with the skills to bring the professionalism and the compassion that characterize Ortho-Bionomy sessions into their practice.

The Practitioner Training Seminar is grounded in the nuts and bolts of a session (e.g. the intake/interview process, where to work next, clearing your own tension, efficiently closing a session), while also working with the less tangible aspects of being a bodywork practitioner (e.g. preparing yourself for a session, clearing energy (“Ortho-Bionomy Feng Shui.”)

Through self-awareness, enhanced by both discussion and exercises, the student is given a chance to expand into a more authentic practitioner, build their confidence, and ask clarifying questions related to developing their practice or pursuing their studies.

While this class is designed to be part of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International Practitioner Training Program, it can greatly benefit anyone who is looking to deepen their connection to their practice.

The dates of this class are: May 21, 22, 28, 29 from 9:00am - 1:00pm Pacific

This class is NCBTMB approved as a business/marketing class. This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Practitioner Training Program.

The Practitioner Training Seminar is grounded in the nuts and bolts of a session (e.g. the intake/interview process, where to work next, clearing your own tension, efficiently closing a session), while also working with the less tangible aspects of being a bodywork practitioner (e.g. preparing yourself for a session, clearing energy (“Ortho-Bionomy Feng Shui.”)

Through self-awareness, enhanced by both discussion and exercises, the student is given a chance to expand into a more authentic practitioner, build their confidence, and ask clarifying questions related to developing their practice or pursuing their studies.

While this class is designed to be part of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International Practitioner Training Program, it can greatly benefit anyone who is looking to deepen their connection to their practice.

The dates of this class are: May 21, 22, 28, 29 from 9:00am - 1:00pm Pacific

This class is NCBTMB approved as a business/marketing class. This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Practitioner Training Program.

Through learning more about yourself and your strengths, this class will enhance your business and marketing skills. Your intentions can become clearer, your confidence can grow, and you can feel more comfortable receiving value for the work you do.

This class is designed for seasoned professionals and entry level practitioners alike. You will walk away from this class with a clearer sense of how to promote yourself. While this class is designed to be part of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy’s Practitioner Training Program, it can greatly benefit anyone who is looking to deepen their connection to their practice.

The dates of this class are: February 12, 13, 26, 27 from 9:00am- 1:00pm Pacific

This class is NCBTMB approved as a business/marketing class. This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Practitioner Training Program.

Through learning more about yourself and your strengths, this class will enhance your business and marketing skills. Your intentions can become clearer, your confidence can grow, and you can feel more comfortable receiving value for the work you do.

This class is designed for seasoned professionals and entry level practitioners alike. You will walk away from this class with a clearer sense of how to promote yourself. While this class is designed to be part of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy’s Practitioner Training Program, it can greatly benefit anyone who is looking to deepen their connection to their practice.

The dates of this class are: February 12, 13, 26, 27 from 9:00am- 1:00pm Pacific

This class is NCBTMB approved as a business/marketing class. This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Practitioner Training Program.

.Join us for an invigorating and inspiring Residential training in Nathrop, CO where we will also have time to rejuvenate in the Mount Princeton natural geothermal hot spring pools. We invite you to join us!

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

2025 Schedule: 

• 2/5/25    Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25    Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25    Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25    Sweet Science / Epilogue / Conclusions

Times:

7:00-10:00 PM Eastern
6:00-9:00 PM Central
5:00-8:00 PM Mountain
4:00-7:00 PM Pacific

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

2025 Schedule: 

• 2/5/25    Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25    Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25    Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25    Sweet Science / Epilogue / Conclusions

Times:

7:00-10:00 PM Eastern
6:00-9:00 PM Central
5:00-8:00 PM Mountain
4:00-7:00 PM Pacific

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

2025 Schedule: 

• 2/5/25    Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25    Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25    Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25    Sweet Science / Epilogue / Conclusions

Times:

7:00-10:00 PM Eastern
6:00-9:00 PM Central
5:00-8:00 PM Mountain
4:00-7:00 PM Pacific

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

2025 Schedule: 

• 2/5/25    Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25    Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25    Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25    Sweet Science / Epilogue / Conclusions

Times:

7:00-10:00 PM Eastern
6:00-9:00 PM Central
5:00-8:00 PM Mountain
4:00-7:00 PM Pacific

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

2025 Schedule: 

• 2/5/25    Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25    Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25    Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25    Sweet Science / Epilogue / Conclusions

Times:

7:00-10:00 PM Eastern
6:00-9:00 PM Central
5:00-8:00 PM Mountain
4:00-7:00 PM Pacific

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

• 2/5/25 Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25  Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25  Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25  

Times:

7:00-10:00 PM Eastern
6:00-9:00 PM Central
5:00-8:00 PM Mountain
4:00-7:00 PM Pacific

Time: 2:30-5:30 pm Mountain

Study groups are tailored to the participants’ needs and give students a chance to review techniques, receive clarification about the application and principles of Ortho-Bionomy® and to gain insight about specific client cases or situations that concern them.

Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm Mountain

Study groups are tailored to the participants’ needs and give students a chance to review techniques, receive clarification about the application and principles of Ortho-Bionomy® and to gain insight about specific client cases or situations that concern them.

The heart is the most powerful generator of electromagnetic energy in the body and has the strongest rhythmic field. When trauma is unresolved, the field of the heart shrinks, develops holes, and can lack in its fullness. These elements can prohibit the heart from feeling safe, alive, and resilient. When the heart field is intact and engaged, it is able to have more compassion and feel more connected in the world.

In this study group, we will explore our own electromagnetic heart field, understand the heart field’s relationship to the brain and the structures that map the peripersonal space, and learn Ortho-Bionomy® techniques and principles to work with the heart field.

This study group can stand alone, but is best paired with study groups on the Electromagnetic Field of the Heart (February 12) and the Enteric Nervous System (February 19).

In Person or via ZOOM. The study group Scar Clinic ties it all together - amazing opportunity to observe the work (30 mins per person, working with 4-5 clients and Q&A at the end).

Times: 10:00 am-1:00 pm Pacific, 11:00 am-2:00 pm Mountain, 12:00 am-3:00 pm Central, 1:00-4:00 pm Eastern

This 3 hour study group explores the tarsals and metatarsals, going beyond the standard releases taught in the Lower Extremities Class.

The tarsals and metatarsals are key components of the arches of the feet, and thus the support and structure of the entire leg, pelvis, and torso.

These two detailed releases are techniques Melissa & Jim use in almost every session.

Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm Eastern

This study group will cover lymphatic brushing.

Time: 2:30-5:30 pm Mountain

Study groups are tailored to the participants’ needs and give students a chance to review techniques, receive clarification about the application and principles of Ortho-Bionomy® and to gain insight about specific client cases or situations that concern them.

Early Bird by February 1, 2024 In this class, you will learn ways to assist your clients who are having, or who have had knee replacement surgery.

Topics will include an overview of the knee replacement surgical process and anesthesia, preoperative care, i.e., the important areas to work with the day/night prior to surgery, postoperative care, i.e., the day of surgery and beyond.

This class will also include ways to work with common postoperative issues such as difficulty with knee flexion and extension, fear/trauma, incision care, swelling, and pain.

We will draw from Phase Four, Phase Five, Phase Six, Isometrics, Chapmans Reflexes and Exploration of Movement approaches.

Ortho-Bionomy is more than the application of technique. What sets it apart is the indirect gentleness of the work, the curiosity of the practitioner, the non-attachment to outcome, and the recognition of the inherent capacity within each person to self-correct. In this class we will explore new approaches to assessment, how to develop our insight to clarify the issues in the tissues, and to become more proficient at addressing the ongoing patterns that our clients present by adopting a more wholistic perspective.

This class offers a model for widening our perceptions for coherent assessment and treatment. Assessment, observation and information exchange happen at many levels simultaneously because we are sensing organisms. How can we train ourselves to become aware of what we are sensing and begin to discipline our focus to see more clearly the physical, emotional, and postural patterns that our clients present.

This class takes a deep dive into the human fascia system and how we as Ortho-Bionomy Practitioners can not only listen to, but also address adhesions and trauma affected here.

This is a profound class and a lot of fun!

The advanced study of the principles that govern the Ortho-Bionomy® relationship to the brain, fluids and structure.

The advanced study of the principles that govern the Ortho-Bionomy® relationship to the brain, fluids and structure.

The advanced study of the principles that govern the Ortho-Bionomy® relationship to the brain, fluids and structure.

This is Part 1 of 3 Day Class of Pelvis Visceral. Part 1 is In Person only. Part 2 is either in Person or via ZOOM (Instructor's permission) 3 Days class gets 24 SOBI CEUs and 17 NCBTMB (will work on getting full 24 hrs)

In this class we will use Ortho-Bionomy to explore the urinary tract and the reproductive system. We will work with the individual organs and look at their relationship to each other. We will also look at the surrounding soft tissues and the supporting structures. We will work with the kidneys, ureters, bladder, uterus, prostate, ovaries, spine, pelvis, and the pelvic floor.

“When we work with the pelvis. We are addressing the very core of our stability. Pelvic stability has a major impact on how we meet the earth and walk in the world on a daily basis as well as enhancing total body health”. Darlene Smith

Join us for a transformative in-person workshop where we’ll explore the visceral system with a focus on the organs of digestion. This course is designed for Ortho-Bionomy students or practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of how the digestive system influences overall well-being, as well as those interested in learning how gentle, non-invasive techniques can support the body’s innate ability to heal and restore balance.

Through a combination of hands-on techniques, self explorations, and embodied anatomy and physiology, this workshop will offer you practical tools to integrate visceral work into your practice. Whether you're working with clients or exploring your own body, you'll leave with a greater understanding of how the digestive system connects to posture, energy flow, and emotional health.

What to Expect: Hands-On Approaches: Experience and learn how Ortho-Bionomy techniques can be applied directly to the abdominal area to release tension, improve circulation, and support the organs of digestion.

We will work with Phases 4, 5, and 6 in relationship to the visceral organs and sphincters.

Self Explorations: Learn gentle embodied explorations to nurture and balance your own visceral health. These practices may support digestive health, reduce stress, and enhance self-awareness.

Anatomy & Physiology: Gain a deeper understanding of the digestive organs, including the stomach, intestines, liver, and digestive sphincters, and how they function within the broader context of the body.

We’ll explore how visceral health affects the nervous system, fascia, and overall energy flow.

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

Through learning more about yourself and your strengths, this class will enhance your business and marketing skills. Your intentions can become clearer, your confidence can grow, and you can feel more comfortable receiving value for the work you do.

This class is designed for seasoned professionals and entry level practitioners alike. You will walk away from this class with a clearer sense of how to promote yourself. While this class is designed to be part of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy’s Practitioner Training Program, it can greatly benefit anyone who is looking to deepen their connection to their practice.

The dates of this class are: February 12, 13, 26, 27 from 9:00am- 1:00pm Pacific Time This class is NCBTMB approved as a business/marketing class. This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Practitioner Training Program.

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

2025 Schedule: 

• 2/5/25 Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25  Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25  Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25  Sweet Science / Epilogue / Conclusions

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

Saturdays Jan 4, 18, Feb 8, Mar 1, 22, Apr 5, 19, May 10, 2025 9:30-2:00 Pacific, 10:30-3:00 Mountain, 11:30-4:00 Central, 12:30-5:00 Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, circulatory systems, and all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language, present an overview of the sympathetic/parasympathetic/enteric/proprioceptive aspects of the nervous system plus endangerment sites for circulatory/nerve/lymphatic pathways, and experience all the major bones and muscles of the human body in a way that is immediately and practically useful for bodywork practitioners.

I absolutely love studying the anatomy of the human body and can’t wait to share my passion for this with you! Along with looking at anatomical representations in class, you will also spend a small amount of time outside class coloring images and creating an easy artistic representation of an anatomical area that interests you, to share the last class.

For more thorough kinesthetic understanding of the material presented, you will need a palpation partner most days of class.

* Rather than rote memorization, emphasis will be placed on feeling the anatomy of our own body and our palpation partner, and on being comfortable with how to look up anatomical information in reference materials as needed.

This anatomy course is perfect for students starting out in their bodywork training, for laypeople who want to know more about the anatomy of the human body as they work with friends and family, or for students at any level who would like to review and renew their anatomy knowledge.

This 32-hour online course will be presented in eight 4 hour “bite-sized” classes, with a half hour break about halfway through the day. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time for easy visual/kinesthetic homework, for you to practice anatomical palpation with friends and family, and for the information to integrate into your system between classes.

If you have any questions about the contents of this course or wish to discuss the requirements and how they relate to your specific situation, please text 415.595.0328 so we can set up a time to talk further about how this course can meet your needs.

This course is NCBTMB approval pending and fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Palpation partner required all of classes 2 & 3, the second half of class 4, all of classes 5-7, and none of classes 1 or 8. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Recommended textbooks—We will be looking at images from multiple sources during class, and my goal is for you to discover which one(s) you feel most comfortable using.

Please plan to purchase one or more of the following anatomy reference books before the last day of class: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit & Lawrence M Elson Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H Netter Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork by Deane Juhan Trail Guide to the Body and Netter also have companion coloring books/workbooks

There are also wonderful anatomy apps that help with an interactive 3D view.

In this online course, anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy are presented from a bodywork perspective. We will look at the main systems of the body from holistically.

Our textbook will be Job’s Body by Deane Juhan (Third Edition), the most widely used resources in therapeutic bodywork. In this book Juhan explores the skin, connective tissue, bone, muscles, nerve and fascia, the impact of touch, evolutionary impacts, the brain, proprioception, and recent developments that challenge and expand on our understanding of the body, mind and spirit. It includes insights from biochemistry, cell biology, energy medicine, neurophysiology and quantum consciousness.

This course will be 11 three-hour sessions every three weeks on a Wednesday. There will be required reading and homework for each time we meet. The class will include reading guides for Job’s Body, additional readings and videos that enhance the topics.

Group discussion is an important part of each class.

Classes will be recorded. $675.00 (Payment plans available)

You can schedule a free consultation if you would like to know more.

• 2/5/25 Introduction, Job’s Dilemma and Skin
• 2/26/25  Connective Tissue
• 3/19/25  Bones
• 4/9/25  Muscles
• 4/30/25  Nerves
• 5/21/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 1
• 6/11/25  Muscle as an Organ of Sense, Part 2
• 7/2/25  Sense of Effort / Sensory Engrams
• 7/23/25  Movements Towards Disease and Health
• 8/13/25  Further Views at the Turn of the Century
• 9/3/25  Sweet Science / Epilogue / Conclusions
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