Classes

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.

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.

This class will cover upper and lower body extremities. Anatomy and physiology along with release techniques for the feet, knees, hip joints, hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulder points will be demonstrated.

Students will have the opportunity for hands on learning and to experience how the extremities can affect the entire body and being.

This Ortho-Bionomy foundation class works with painless, comfortable positions to release tension patterns of the shoulders, elbows, scapula, clavicles, wrist, and hand. It is amazing how such gentle techniques can give such deep releases.

It is easy on the practitioner and can easily be integrated into any massage or bodywork session.

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.

This class will be taught over the course of four Tuesdays, two weeks apart, on April 29, May 13, May 27, and June 10, 2025.

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. NCBTMB approved, course # CE402028.

This class will be taught over the course of four Tuesdays, two weeks apart, on April 29, May 13, May 27, and June 10, 2025.

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. NCBTMB approved, course # CE402028.

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 interosseous membranes 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 Interosseous Membranes of the Forearm & Lower Leg 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Radius & Ulna of the forearm and Tibia & Fibula of the lower leg, to help release each area’s Interosseous Membrane.

This class can be taken as a stand-alone class, or to complement any other 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 will be taught over the course of four Tuesdays, two weeks apart, on April 29, May 13, May 27, and June 10, 2025.

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. NCBTMB approved, course # CE402028.

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 Thoracic Spine 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Upper, Middle, and Lower Thoracic Spine. 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 is a 2 day workshop that introduces the history, philosophy, and concepts of Ortho-Bionomy and provides an overview of fundamental techniques and anatomy for the pelvis, the vertebral spine, and the ribcage.

Movements and positions of comfort are demonstrated to facilitate the release of muscular tension by stimulating inherent, self corrective reflexes of the body.

Learn how to facilitate the release of tension patterns, increase range of motion, and support a greater sense of well being through an easy to use and effective modality that helps to create balance from within.

This is an entry level class or review to deepen one's understanding. Dress comfortably.

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.

Theis class expands form the basic release techniques to advance considerations for working with the Spine, ribs and underlying structures.

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 teaches participants to access and track sensation and energetic perception in themselves and in their clients, to learn how to make contact without necessarily engaging physically.

Techniques will be presented that monitor and acknowledge the inter-relationship between energetic, emotional and physical levels, and that demonstrate how energetic shifts can affect changes in physical patterns.

Connection and healing can happen when we are near someone and also when we are far away.

What does it take to create that connection and healing from a distance? In this experiential 16 hour class we will explore:

• Specific techniques to sensitize our body to feel more subtle energy.

• What do we feel in our body when we “tune in” to someone from far away?

• How can we soften and quiet ourselves to feel a shift or a response while connecting with someone from a distance?

• We will explore the inter-connectedness we all have with each other

For some, this class is the next step in their understanding of the “bigger picture” of Ortho-Bionomy. For others, it brings all that they have studied into a more concrete and clearer perspective.

This Online Class will be held Aug 7, 8, 12, 13, from 9:00am- 1:00 pm Pacific time

Connection and healing can happen when we are near someone and also when we are far away.

What does it take to create that connection and healing from a distance? In this experiential 16 hour class we will explore:

• Specific techniques to sensitize our body to feel more subtle energy.

• What do we feel in our body when we “tune in” to someone from far away?

• How can we soften and quiet ourselves to feel a shift or a response while connecting with someone from a distance?

• We will explore the inter-connectedness we all have with each other

For some, this class is the next step in their understanding of the “bigger picture” of Ortho-Bionomy. For others, it brings all that they have studied into a more concrete and clearer perspective.

This Online Class will be held Aug 7, 8, 12, 13, from 9:00am- 1:00 pm Pacific time

This class focuses on opening restrictions in the body by exploring and observing the movement patterns of joints and muscles. Participants learn to recognize and palpate functional, inherent and preferred movement capacity.

Techniques for sensing, assessing and releasing tension and restrictive patterns through movement are demonstrated and practiced.

No prerequisites.

Increase your palpation skills ​

Learn to assess functional and inherent joint movement.

Learn to palpate for muscle fiber movement preferences.

Open fascial restrictions gently and painlessly facilitate greater range and ease of movement in joints. - Augment flexibility throughout the body.

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

This class focuses on opening restrictions in the body by exploring and observing the movement patterns of joints and muscles. Participants learn to recognize and palpate functional, inherent and preferred movement capacity.

Techniques for sensing, assessing and releasing tension and restrictive patterns through movement are demonstrated and practiced.

No prerequisites.

Increase your palpation skills ​ 

Learn to assess functional and inherent joint movement. -

Learn to palpate for muscle fiber movement preferences. -

Open fascial restrictions gently and painlessly facilitate greater range and ease of movement in joints. - Augment flexibility throughout the body.

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

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 resistance techniques encourages mobility and helps releases happen more readily in the body. By enlisting the participation of a client, these techniques can assist the self-correction of postural imbalances and chronic tension patterns.

These techniques consist of slight restraint against a gently engaged muscle followed by the completion of the movement. As a practitioner, you can facilitate relaxing tense muscle patterns while encouraging toning of other muscles.

In this class, participants learn how the use of gentle resistance exercises with the client can help promote change from rigid patterns in the muscles and joints to greater mobility.

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.

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.

 Emotions is focused on Trauma and how to work with the nervous systems that are effected by trauma. It is based on the work of Peter Levine and Stephan Porgeses.

Through discussion and hands-on practice with your clientele between classes 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, how to structure a session, and creating appropriate boundaries between the client and practitioner are addressed.

This course challenges you to put fresh eyes on client assessment, energetics, mood and tone within a session, and the inner art of practicing Ortho-Bionomy.  Participants will be equipped with the skills to bring the professionalism and the compassion that characterize Ortho-Bionomy sessions into their practice.

This class will be held for 4 hours on Wednesdays, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16. Attendance at all four class is required for full class credit

Through discussion and hands-on practice with your clientele between classes 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, how to structure a session, and creating appropriate boundaries between the client and practitioner are addressed.

This course challenges you to put fresh eyes on client assessment, energetics, mood and tone within a session, and the inner art of practicing Ortho-Bionomy.  Participants will be equipped with the skills to bring the professionalism and the compassion that characterize Ortho-Bionomy sessions into their practice.

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

This class will be held for 4 hours on Wednesdays, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16. Attendance at all four class is required for full class credit

Through discussion and hands-on practice with your clientele between classes 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, how to structure a session, and creating appropriate boundaries between the client and practitioner are addressed.

This course challenges you to put fresh eyes on client assessment, energetics, mood and tone within a session, and the inner art of practicing Ortho-Bionomy.  Participants will be equipped with the skills to bring the professionalism and the compassion that characterize Ortho-Bionomy sessions into their practice.

This class will be held for 4 hours on Wednesdays, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16. Attendance at all four class is required for full class credit

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.

This seminar addresses the inner process of how to hold the energy of Ortho-Bionomy. It is time for the student to learn how to work with clear boundaries and a stronger sense of self. It is profound and important step that allows the student to deepen the level of work they can hold within their own experience and awareness.

Practitioner Training Programs help participants synthesize their entire training experience. The class format includes time to discuss questions or problems that arise during a session, an opportunity to receive feedback and supervision about difficult cases, and information on how to best structure a session, set fees, and communicate with clients.

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: July 8,16,22, and 30 (T, W, T, W), 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: July 8, 16, 22, and 30 (T, W, T, W)”. 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!

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

Anatomical and physiological structures and functions relevant to the practice of Ortho-Bionomy®

We include all the systems of the body that are needed for a thriving Ortho-Bionomy Practice.

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).

If there is a desire to go deeper into concepts mentioned during the study group, the advice is to schedule a consultation with the instructor or plan to attend the class in the future.

In this introductory class, we will explore cranial techniques through the lens of Ortho-Bionomy, a holistic approach that emphasizes the body’s innate ability to self-correct and find balance. Gentle, non-invasive cranial techniques will be explored helping to support the nervous system, release tension, and promote deep relaxation. We’ll cover foundational concepts such as the relationship between the cranial bones, the spirals of the cranium, and how the fluid dynamics of the cerebrospinal fluid affect overall health and well-being. This class will emphasize sensitivity, awareness, and deep listening skills to encourage connections with the subtle rhythms of the cranial system and apply Ortho-Bionomy principles for effective and compassionate touch. Whether you are new to cranial techniques or looking to deepen your practice, this course will provide a grounded, integrative approach to supporting the body’s self-healing processes.