Ortho-Bionomy Classes

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 knee 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 approved, course# CE4020723. It can be taken as a stand-alone class or as preparation for a 16 hour Ortho-Bionomy class.

This three hour introductory class can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

The Releases for the Cervical Spine 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Upper, Middle, and Lower Neck.

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 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 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 wrist & 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 approved, course# CE4020723. It can be taken as a stand-alone class or as preparation for a 16 hour Ortho-Bionomy class.

This three hour introductory class can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs. 

This Ortho-Bionomy foundation class works with painless, comfortable positions to release tension patterns of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, plus the psoas, ilium rotation, and sacrum. 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 approved.

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

The Releases for the Shoulder - Posterior & Scapula 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for six Specific Shoulder points and the Scapula.

Included in the class tuition is access to a prerequisite 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 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.

The Releases for the Elbow & Wrist 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Periosteal Points for the Elbow, General Elbow, General Wrist, and General Hand.

Included in the class tuition is access to a prerequisite 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 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.

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 neck 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 approved, course# CE4020723. It can be taken as a stand-alone class or as preparation for a 16 hour Ortho-Bionomy class. This three hour introductory class can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

This class expands from the basic release techniques to advanced considerations around working with the neck and shoulder, and the challenge to find movements and positions of comfort to facilitate release. This class incorporates Phases 4, 5 and 6.

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 thoracic outlet 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 expands from the basic release techniques to advanced considerations for working with the pelvis and organs, and finding more challenging positions of comfort 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

This class expands from the basic release techniques to advanced considerations for working with the pelvis and organs, and finding more challenging positions of comfort 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.

This Ortho-Bionomy class combines sensitivity training with subtle physical releases. The student learns to follow the client’s self-corrective reflexes. These releases are excellent for people experiencing deep pain, including highly sensitive people who can not tolerate more vigorous work. This work bridges the body-mind connection and can be easily integrated into any bodywork session.

Ortho-Bionomy Subtle Physical and Unwinding Techniques can offer the practitioner specific tools:

• To allow a further unwinding of a pattern
• To help clients find further clarity in their nervous system about their tension
• To find a fuller embodiment experience for the client

Specific areas of focus in the class will include:

• Neck
• Shoulders
• Ear Balance
• Elbow
• Ribs
• Lumbar Region
• Sacrum

This class is NCBTMB approved.

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

We are more than our muscles and bones. We are our energy, emotions, and all the experiences that have led us to this moment. How would it feel to have your clients connect with all of who they are? This Ortho-Bionomy class provides you with the awareness that all around our bones, muscles, and organs there is energy. When we make contact with this energy, we allow the body to be deeply recognized, to self-correct, and to respond in a more integrated manner. You will learn specific touch and energetic skills that can take any healing modality that you use to a deeper and more profound level. This class can significantly increase your sensitivity, which can enhance your ability to connect and work with your clients on both physical and energetic levels.

IN THIS CLASS YOU WILL:

• Feel the energy around a client

~ This can help you determine where the first area to work might be

~ Which areas are inviting you in? Which areas are not ready to be worked with yet?

~ This can help you evaluate how fast or slow your approach needs to be

• Experience how working gently and subtly can be very powerful and effective
• Fine-tune the energy of your own body in order to release your client's tensions.

~ As you the practitioner become more able to align your energy with the client, this can allow them to feel safe more deeply and quickly

This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International^® Associate and Practitioner training programs.  

We are more than our muscles and bones. We are our energy, emotions, and all the experiences that have led us to this moment. How would it feel to have your clients connect with all of who they are? This Ortho-Bionomy class provides you with the awareness that all around our bones, muscles, and organs there is energy. When we make contact with this energy, we allow the body to be deeply recognized, to self-correct, and to respond in a more integrated manner. You will learn specific touch and energetic skills that can take any healing modality that you use to a deeper and more profound level. This class can significantly increase your sensitivity, which can enhance your ability to connect and work with your clients on both physical and energetic levels.

IN THIS CLASS YOU WILL:

• Feel the energy around a client
• This can help you determine where the first area to work might be
• Which areas are inviting you in? Which areas are not ready to be worked with yet?
• This can help you evaluate how fast or slow your approach needs to be
• Experience how working gently and subtly can be very powerful and effective
• Fine-tune the energy of your own body in order to release your client's tensions.
• As you the practitioner become more able to align your energy with the client, this can allow them to feel safe more deeply and quickly

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

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.

In this Ortho-Bionomy 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. Techniques in this class can facilitate the client’s ability to maintain balance through the neuromuscular re-education of postural habits.

This class is NCBTMB approved.

Pre-requisite: One 16-hour Phase 4 class or Instructor Approval

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

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.

Using the Ortho-Bionomy principles, Isometric and Isotonic techniques can add an element of strengthening within your therapeutic sessions through the additional tool of active movement. This additional approach can be invaluable for releasing “hard-to-reach” restrictions, without creating pain. Through the use of reciprocal inhibition, the muscle can be engaged, self-correcting reflexes can be stimulated, and habitual holding patterns can be released. These techniques can encourage clients to actively participate in their session and can easily become homework for self-care. Learn a fast and effective tool for your practice that is gentle for your clients and easy on your body.

There are no prerequisites for this class, and we will cover the essentials of the Phase 4 positional release procedure.

This class is NCBTMB approved.

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

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 Jim and Melissa use them in every single session.

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

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

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

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.

Experiential Ethics & Emotional Issues Online February 1, 2, 10 11, 2027

This introspective exploration of who we are directly affects our therapeutic relationship with our clients. This class combines sharing of information, body awareness exercises, and self-awareness of patterns.

You will walk away from this class with a deeper understanding of being a sensitive body therapist. Some students have wished that they had this class as part of their initial massage therapy training.

This class is NCBTMB approved and counts towards most states’ Ethics requirements. This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

Experiential Ethics & Emotional Issues Online February 1, 2, 10 11, 2027

This introspective exploration of who we are directly affects our therapeutic relationship with our clients. This class combines sharing of information, body awareness exercises, and self-awareness of patterns.

You will walk away from this class with a deeper understanding of being a sensitive body therapist. Some students have wished that they had this class as part of their initial massage therapy training.

This class is NCBTMB approved and counts towards most states’ Ethics requirements. This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.

This 16-hour online class is four 4-hour days: August 31, September 1, 7, 8, from 9am-1pm pacific time (10am-2pm mountain, 11am-3pm central, 12pm-4pm eastern).

Every time you talk about Ortho-Bionomy, whether you are interacting with a client, someone you meet, or a friend, you are presenting yourself professionally and giving an “introductory talk.” Your feelings and excitement about Ortho-Bionomy come across in your words, energy, and body language. To help you clearly and easily communicate about Ortho-Bionomy, this class will help you clarify:

~ What is Ortho-Bionomy?

~ What does an Ortho-Bionomy session look like?

~ How does Ortho-Bionomy feel?

~ What are the benefits of getting an Ortho-Bionomy session?

This Demonstration Skills Class will give you the confidence, knowledge, and experience to embody “being” Ortho-Bionomy, not just talking about it. Students will practice together in a safe, open, and supportive atmosphere. Whether you are a beginning student or finishing your practitioner program, this class can be an incredible experience!

This class is NCBTMB approved as a business/marketing class.

Pre-requisite: Enrolled in the Practitioner Training Program and have an Advisor, or Instructor Approval. Completed the Associate Membership level or Advisor/Instructor recommendation.

This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Practitioner Training Program.

This 16-hour online class is four 4-hour days: August 31, September 1, 7, 8, from 9am-1pm pacific time (10am-2pm mountain, 11am-3pm central, 12pm-4pm eastern).

Every time you talk about Ortho-Bionomy, whether you are interacting with a client, someone you meet, or a friend, you are presenting yourself professionally and giving an “introductory talk.” Your feelings and excitement about Ortho-Bionomy come across in your words, energy, and body language. To help you clearly and easily communicate about Ortho-Bionomy, this class will help you clarify:

~ What is Ortho-Bionomy?

~ What does an Ortho-Bionomy session look like?

~ How does Ortho-Bionomy feel?

~ What are the benefits of getting an Ortho-Bionomy session?

This Demonstration Skills Class will give you the confidence, knowledge, and experience to embody “being” Ortho-Bionomy, not just talking about it. Students will practice together in a safe, open, and supportive atmosphere. Whether you are a beginning student or finishing your practitioner program, this class can be an incredible experience!

This class is NCBTMB approved as a business/marketing class.

Pre-requisite: Enrolled in the Practitioner Training Program and have an Advisor, or Instructor Approval. Completed the Associate Membership level or Advisor/Instructor recommendation.

This class is a requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Practitioner Training Program.

September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays)

10am-2:30pm Pacific, 11am-3:30pm Mountain, 12pm-4:30pm Central, 1pm-5:30pm Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language 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!

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

You will have the opportunity to spend some time outside class coloring images and doing other explorations that facilitate your learning process. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time 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 fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Contact me for more information about palpation partner requirements. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays)

10am-2:30pm Pacific, 11am-3:30pm Mountain, 12pm-4:30pm Central, 1pm-5:30pm Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language 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!

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

You will have the opportunity to spend some time outside class coloring images and doing other explorations that facilitate your learning process. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time 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 fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Contact me for more information about palpation partner requirements. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays)

10am-2:30pm Pacific, 11am-3:30pm Mountain, 12pm-4:30pm Central, 1pm-5:30pm Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language 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!

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

You will have the opportunity to spend some time outside class coloring images and doing other explorations that facilitate your learning process. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time 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 fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Contact me for more information about palpation partner requirements. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays)

10am-2:30pm Pacific, 11am-3:30pm Mountain, 12pm-4:30pm Central, 1pm-5:30pm Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language 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!

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

You will have the opportunity to spend some time outside class coloring images and doing other explorations that facilitate your learning process. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time 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 fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Contact me for more information about palpation partner requirements. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16 (Tuesdays)

10am-2:30pm Pacific, 11am-3:30pm Mountain, 12pm-4:30pm Central, 1pm-5:30pm Eastern

This class uses anatomy images, movement, and hands-on palpation to explore anatomical language 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!

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

You will have the opportunity to spend some time outside class coloring images and doing other explorations that facilitate your learning process. The 2-3 week interval between each class will allow time 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 fulfills SOBI’s 32-hour anatomy requirement for the Practitioner Training Program.

*Contact me for more information about palpation partner requirements. The partner does not have to be the same person for each class.

Cranial I Posterior Vault & Sphenobasilar Junction In this 3 Day Class the basics of the Cranio-Sacral Mechanism will be presented from the perspective of Indirect work.

In preparation for Cranial PRT we will address the anatomical specifics and releases for C1 & C2 or Atlas/Axis, Sacral Joint & Ligaments, and the Horizontal Fibers or Diaphragms of the Body.

We will address the Posterior Vault of the Cranium with specific releases for the Occiput & the Parietals as well as the Primary Sutures of the Skull. We will also address the primary driver or “Joint” of the Cranium, the Sphenobasilar Junction (Basilar Portion of the Occiput/Sphenoid).

Cranial I is a prerequisite for Cranial II. The Sphenoid Bone, or Anterior component of the S/B Junction, and it’s function is the primary driver or determinate for all of the Facial Bones.

We will first review the function of the S/B Junction learned in Cranial I, and use it for ongoing assessment during this 3 Day Class. We will address each Facial Bone and all of it’s articulations during this Class, from an Ortho-Bionomy and Positional Release perspective.

In addition to the Sphenoid Bone, this will include; Frontal, Ethmoid, Lacrimal, Nasal, Vomer, Zygoma, Maxilla (Palate), Palatine, and Mandible Bones. These frontal bones constitute the Orbit of the Eye, the body structure of the Nose, and the foundation of the Mouth.

The Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ) is a highly complex joint which has extraordinary demands placed upon it in the course of daily living. Eating and talking are two of its functions, which are vital to life. We will start by treating Muscles which have an influence or attachment on the TMJ.

Cranial I is a prerequisite for Cranial II. The Sphenoid Bone, or Anterior component of the S/B Junction, and it’s function is the primary driver or determinate for all of the Facial Bones.

We will first review the function of the S/B Junction learned in Cranial I, and use it for ongoing assessment during this 3 Day Class. We will address each Facial Bone and all of it’s articulations during this Class, from an Ortho-Bionomy and Positional Release perspective. In addition to the Sphenoid Bone, this will include; Frontal, Ethmoid, Lacrimal, Nasal, Vomer, Zygoma, Maxilla (Palate), Palatine, and Mandible Bones. These frontal bones constitute the Orbit of the Eye, the body structure of the Nose, and the foundation of the Mouth.

The Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ) is a highly complex joint which has extraordinary demands placed upon it in the course of daily living. Eating and talking are two of its functions, which are vital to life. We will start by treating Muscles which have an influence or attachment on the TMJ.

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

This is 3 day class that is on Thursday, Saturday-Sunday In this class we will explore the bony structures, organs, and the soft tissue; that help hold the structure together or pull on each other causing misalignments and dysfunctions.

We will be using an Ortho-Bionomy approach to help bring balance to the Thoracic cavity and throat (Ribs, Intercostal muscles, Diaphragm, Trachea and Bronchi) organs (Lungs, Pleura, Heart, Thyroid) and bring them into relationship with their surroundings.

Class Times: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

An advanced educational experience that deepens the practitioner’s understanding of the relationships of the pelvis, organs and the upper thorax.

This class examines the relationships that often influence the structural integrity within the human system.

Langer Lines are a network of collagen fibers in the skin. Langer lines can profoundly prepare for Phase 4 work. In this two-day class you will first learn the basics of how to palpate and connect to these lines, how to bracket them, and recognize power lines, ladders, and rings. On the second day, you will learn how to connect the horizontal and vertical lines affecting postural patterns, how to use the broad network in the body, and how to prepare and integrate the body with scar & visceral work.

Pre-requisite: One 16-hour Phase 4 class

Join Lynne Marotta in beautiful Ashland, Oregon!

Package price available if you take all three classes: Phase 6, Vertical Spine, & Langer Lines

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!

Meets each Tuesday 11-2 beginning October 20 ending November 17.

This Equine Ortho-Bionomy(R) course focuses on the equine limbs and the structures that contribute to the healthy movement of limbs. It also includes new research on the nuchal ligament and its relationship to surrounding structures. How do you keep a horse moving well and/or within a comfortable range of function?

In achieving body harmony, it's important to take into account the entire limb, including ligaments and tendons when assessing healing of the limb. Tissue differences, range of motion and exploration of movement of the whole horse give us information on how the horse moves.

These tools are essential for accurate equine biomechanical assessment and help us to provide the bodywork care that is most specific and beneficial. In this course we will cover the following: Observation of the horse's gait, preferences, demeanor, facial expressions and other well-being indicators.

Looking at the whole horse as well as the injury, condition, etc. that is affecting the horse's demeanor and movement. Identifying soft tissue, ligaments and tendons (including organ ligaments) and how to work with them. Identifying signs that the horse is feeling better or what we need to do to achieve that.

How did belly lifts get to be such an important part of horse care? In order to care for a lowering topline, belly lifts are prescribed to owners as a way to lift the abdominals. The primary purpose is to improve the horse's posture.

There are many other ways to help the abdominals and topline stay strong that are immensely effective - and fun!  The exercises engage not only the physical but the central nervous system as well. A simple 15- to 20- minute addition of core exercises spent on poles, hills or surfaces can make a big difference for a horse recovering from injury or surgery, or losing topline and/or abdominal strength.

There are exercises for each stage of recovery, as well as Equine Ortho-Bionomy techniques woven in to support the activity. For many, a few of the exercises can be challenging, but the horse can feel pleased with himself for his accomplishments. This 3-hour workshop will explore ways to help your horse strengthen her abdominals and the topline, even in non-ridden horses.

The exercises presented in this workshop go hand-in-hand with bodywork techniques, so that clients can do a couple of them in addition to bodywork techniques to help them support their horses between your sessions. Many of these fun exercises can be used in some inclement weather, providing specific, engaging movements to support healthy posture. And, we can look at the belly lift and see how it compares!

The class can be used for three hours of study group credit for those who are interested in that for the Equine Body Balance(TM) program and SOBI program.

All Zoom classes are recorded for your future reference. Materials and videos are yours to keep

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.

Take a deeper dive into the Psoas and surrounding muscles. Learn how they are interconnected and what their actions are.