WellSpan Center for Mind/Body Health - Classes

Class sizes are limited; reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.  For a complete listing of free workshops, please see the Mind-Body-Spirit listings of the Health & Wellness Calendar.  For information or to register for the classes in this section, please call the WellSpan Center for Mind/Body Health at 851-5590.  Class registration/payment can be mailed to the Center for Mind/Body Health, 140 Pine Grove Commons, York, PA 17403.

Gift certificates can be purchased at the Center for Mind/Body Health 140 Pine Grove Commons York, PA  17403  Call 851-5590 or email us for more information.

What is Thai massage?

Thai massage is believed to have been developed by Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha, physician to Buddha, more than 2,500 years ago in India. It made its way to Thailand, where the Ayurvedic techniques and principles gradually became influenced by traditional Chinese medicine. For centuries, Thai massage was performed by monks as one component of Thai medicine. What does Thai massage feel like?

Thai massage is more energizing and rigorous than more classic forms of massage. Thai massage is also called Thai yoga massage, because the therapist uses her hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into a series of yoga-like stretches. Many people say Thai massage is like doing yoga without any work. Muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure are also used during treatment. People describe Thai massage as both relaxing and energizing.

What should I expect during my visit?
Thai massage is usually done on a padded mat on the floor. No oil is applied, so you are fully dressed. You are usually asked to bring or wear comfortable clothing to the massage. A typical Thai massage is 60 minutes to two hours long.

For more information regarding Thai Massage and its possible benefits to you, please call (717) 851-5590 or email us at cmbh@wellspan.org

Movement Therapies Class Schedule

Returning students take 10 percent off your class!

T'ai Chi Chih - Joy through Movement
  Mondays, Sept. 13 to Nov. 1 - 9 to 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. to noon
  Mondays, Sept. 20 to Nov. 8 - 6 to 7:15 p.m.
  Fridays, Sept. 24 to Nov. 12 - 6 to 7 p.m.
  Mondays, Nov. 8 to Dec. 27 - 9 to 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. to noon
T'ai Chi Chih is a series of relaxing, gentle, slow movements designed to stimulate, circulate and balance the chi. Its general benefits may include tension and stress relief, reduction of joint and muscle pain including those with arthritic symptoms, weight control, an increase of energy and improvements in balance, flexibility and coordination.
Instructors: Barb Hines and Pat Flynn
Cost: $85/8-week session
Location: Women and Parent Education, 1101 South Edgar St. or WellSpan Human Resources Center, 1135 South Edgar St.
Registration is required; please call 851-5590.

Flow Yoga Intermediate Yoga with Flow
Session I
  Tuesdays, Sept. 14 to Nov. 2 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Instructor: Dawn Shue
Location: WellSpan Human Resources Center, 1135 South Edgar St.
Cost: $65/8-week session
Registration is required; please call 851-5590.

Session II
Intermediate yoga with flow
  Tuesdays, Nov. 16 to Dec. 21 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Instructor: Dawn Shue
Location: WellSpan Human Resources Center, 1135 South Edgar St.
Cost: $65/8-week session
Registration is required; please call 851-5590.

Mind/Body Medicine Classes

Strategies for Healthy Family Eating
  Tuesday, Sept. 28 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Concerned about your child's weight or your spouse's health? Attend this seminar to learn easy menu makeovers, tips for increasing nutrient dense foods, healthy snacks and beverage ideas, and how to handle meals outside the home.
Speaker: Dale Green, MS, RD, LDN
Location: Apple Hill Medical Center, 25 Monument Rd.
Cost: $15
Registration is required; please call 851-5590,

Stress Reduction For Life-Challenging Illness
  Wednesday, Sept. 29 to Nov. 17 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Discover how to improve your health, strengthen your immune system and promote healing using relaxation techniques such as stress reduction, nutrition and movement.
Speaker: Edward Q. Rogers, MD, Center for Mind/Body Health
Location: WellSpan Office Center, 45 Monument Rd. (Apple Hill Health Campus)
Cost: Insurance may cover some or all of this 8-week program.
Registration is required; please call 851-5590.

Learn Reiki
Level I
  Sunday, Sept. 26 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reiki (ray-key) is a gentle touch therapy that anyone can learn for use on self and others. Reiki promotes relaxation and healing and can help with chronic illness systems and pain.
Instructor: Vanessa Bradley, Reiki Master, teacher and practitioner
Location: Center for Mind/Body Health, 140 Pine Grove Commons
Cost: $140
Registration is required; please call 851-5590.

Reiki Level II
  Sunday, Oct. 24 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Take the next step on your Reiki journey! You'll learn three Reiki symbols and the distant healing technique, send and receive healing energy and learn practices to deepen your interaction with energy. Class manual and certificate provided.
Prerequisite - Learn Reiki
Instructor: Vanessa Bradley, Reiki Master, teacher and practitioner
Location: Center for Mind/Body Health, 140 Pine Grove Commons
Cost: $210
Registration is required; please call 851-5590.

Usui Reiki Level III (two-day class)
  Sundays, Dec. 5 & 12 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Complete your Usui Reiki training with the Usui the Reiki Master Teacher and Practitioner class. Students learn the master symbol, practice Reiki techniques, learn how to pass attunements and plan classes for each level. Class manual and certificate provided.
Prerequisite - Usui Reiki Level II
Instructor: Vanessa Bradley, Reiki Master, teacher and practitioner
Location: Center for Mind/Body Health, 140 Pine Grove Commons
Cost: $350
Registration is required; please call 851-5590.

Center for Mind/Body Services

Registration Information

• WellSpan Center for Mind/Body Health Class sizes are limited; reservations are accepted on a fi rst-come, first-served basis.
• For a complete listing of free workshops, please see the Mind-Body-Spirit Seminars listings of the Health & Wellness Calendar.
• For information or to register for the classes, please call the WellSpan Center for Mind/Body Health at 851-5590.
• Class registration/payment can be mailed to the Center for Mind/Body Health, 140 Pine Grove Commons, York, PA 17403 or email us.

Refund information:

• Cancellation more than one week prior to start of class: full refund
• Less than one week prior to start of class: full refund less $15 processing fee
• After first class date: 75% of fee
• No refunds after second class date