Ortho-Bionomy Classes

This class covers the history, philosophy, principles, and methods of Ortho-Bionomy. Participants will learn to feel the body's self-corrective reflexes through hands-on practical skills.

This class will focus on fundamental techniques for working with the joints of the extremities. Learn specific hands-on techniques to provide gentle pain relief with clear results.

This two-day course is split across two weekends - Saturdays, March 7 & 14. It covers the history, philosophy and basic concepts of Ortho-Bionomy. In this class you will observe and practice specific techniques for releasing imbalances in the neck, thoracic spine and ribcage, lumbar spine, pelvic girdle and sacrum.

These techniques result in the release of pain and neuromuscular tension patterns, promoting expanded range of motion, increased circulation and a greater sense of well-being. Ortho-Bionomy techniques are highly effective, easy to learn, easy on your body, and combine well with other bodywork and complimentary healing systems.

You will discover ways to:

Help relieve pain gently, without causing pain Work with common problems such as whiplash injuries, low back pain, and sciatica

Release sensitive (trigger) points with little or no effort Experience and understand the natural reflexes in the body

Develop your sensitivity to the subtle, structural changes that promote healing

This two-day course is split across two weekends - Saturdays, March 7 & 14. It covers the history, philosophy and basic concepts of Ortho-Bionomy. In this class you will observe and practice specific techniques for releasing imbalances in the neck, thoracic spine and ribcage, lumbar spine, pelvic girdle and sacrum.

These techniques result in the release of pain and neuromuscular tension patterns, promoting expanded range of motion, increased circulation and a greater sense of well-being. Ortho-Bionomy techniques are highly effective, easy to learn, easy on your body, and combine well with other bodywork and complimentary healing systems.

You will discover ways to:

Help relieve pain gently, without causing pain Work with common problems such as whiplash injuries, low back pain, and sciatica

Release sensitive (trigger) points with little or no effort Experience and understand the natural reflexes in the body

Develop your sensitivity to the subtle, structural changes that promote healing

This foundation class covers the history, philosophy, and concepts of Ortho-Bionomy and provides a

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 look at the history, philosophy, and principles of Ortho-Bionomy; and provide an overview of the basic release techniques 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 the body create structural alignment and balance from within.

Areas of the body covered will include the Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, hips, knees ankles and feet.

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. Registration: https://www.stronghousestudio.com/events-1/ortho-bionomy-r-fundamentals-spine-and-pelvis Let us know if yo would like this on ZOOM

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

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.

This class focuses on Extremities 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.

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

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

This class will focus on the Spine, Pelvis, and Ribs of both humans and horses. We will compare the anatomy of humans and horses and how to apply Phase 4 Ortho-Bionomy principles through hands-on practice.

We will learn the standard Phase 4 releases for the human spine and then extrapolate what students have learned and felt in their bodies to the horses. Most importantly know that these classes are for everyone, even if you don’t have a horse or want to ride or know anything about Ortho-Bionomy.

If you want to be around horses, touch horses. Or watch people work on horses to experience Ortho-Bionomy from and equine perspective, you are invited to join this class!

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.

Phase Five focuses on a subtle level of awareness, inviting a somatic conversation of listening, gently engaging, and allowing the self-corrective movements initiated by the client.

Students learn to:

— Sense, connect with, and allow the subtle flows and movements in another person while remaining in their own experience.

— Stimulate the healing reflexes defined by Arthur L. Pauls, DO, that activate self-correction, awareness, balance, and integration

— Address specific parts of the body, including spine, hips, shoulders, eyes, and ears, using the reflexes

Join us for Melissa's Supervised teach in beautiful Ashland, Oregon! 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:

1. To allow a further unwinding of a pattern

2. To help clients find further clarity in their nervous system about their tension

3. 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. Special pricing discounts available upon request, especially if you are also attending Jim's Phase 6 the same week.

In Phase 7 we work through symbols, either in a client's presence or at long distance, to assist in self-correction.

The Phase 7 symbols (also called patterns) address all levels of human experience and allow practitioners a non-forceful, elegant way to connect with the client in a universal place.

They can be used to connect with a client individually and/or with a situation as a whole.

DATE: Thursdays, April 16 and 23, 2026 TIMES: 12-4pm Eastern, 11-3pm Central, 10-2pm Mountain, 9-1pm Pacific

PRICING: $175 Regular Rate $160 Early Bird Rate through 3/26/26. Use coupon code ‘PH72026’ at checkout

The dates of this class are September 2, 3, 9, 10, 9:00 am- 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 class is an elective for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs and a requirement for the Advanced Practitioner training program. Prerequisite: One 16 hour Ortho-Bionomy Hands-on Class.

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, including related anatomy, 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 through neuromuscular re-education of postural habits to facilitate the client's ability to maintain balance.

Posture and Post Techniques class teaches you techniques that can be used for assessment, release, and integration of Ortho-Bionomy work. Post Techniques are designed to directly relate to the Ortho-Bionomy Phase 4 spine work.

Using these techniques can help your Ortho-Bionomy work settle in the body better as well as help you and the body recognize what is still “stuck”. There are aspects of the class that are also great to send home as “self help” to continue to body’s work at releasing long held patterns and making changes toward more functionality.

Participants learn to evaluate and address inefficient postural habits through focused observation and simple exercises. This includes working with gait, scoliosis, and the natural curves of the spine.

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.

Isometric and isotonic techniques offer the opportunity to work with inefficient muscular tension patterns, tone muscle tissue that has become flaccid, and smooth out any bumps or jittery grabs within the muscle spindles.

By restraining movement or toning through movement while a muscle is engaged, we stimulate the nervous system and reciprocal inhibition, cue the self-correcting reflexes into action, and greater balance between opposing muscles or muscle groups is encouraged.

Isometric and isotonic techniques offer the opportunity to work with inefficient muscular tension patterns, tone muscle tissue that has become flaccid, and smooth out any bumps or jittery grabs within the muscle spindles.

By restraining movement or toning through movement while a muscle is engaged, we stimulate the nervous system and reciprocal inhibition, cue the self-correcting reflexes into action, and greater balance between opposing muscles or muscle groups is encouraged.

Exploration of Movement Patterns adds a dynamic dimension to the positional release techniques. Participants will learn to recognize and palpate patterns of joint and muscle movement in order to facilitate increased range of motion and promote a general sense of well-being in the body.

By gently exploring and supporting preferred patterns of movement or stillness, the client is invited to actively participate and recognize their own patterns. Functional anatomy will also be discussed. Dynamic class linking theory, body’s patterns and integrative movement.

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

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.

Four 4-hour classes, April 15, 22, May 6, 11 (Wed, Wed, Wed, Mon), from 9am-1pm pacific, 10am-2pm mountain, 11am-3pm central, 12pm-4pm eastern.

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.

Four 4-hour classes, April 15, 22, May 6, 11 (Wed, Wed, Wed, Mon), from 9am-1pm pacific, 10am-2pm mountain, 11am-3pm central, 12pm-4pm eastern.

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.

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.

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.

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. 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.

May 7, 21, June 4, 18, July 9, 23, August 6, 27 (Thursdays)

9am-1:30pm pacific, 10am-2:30pm mountain, 11am-3:30pm central, 12pm-4:30pm 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.

May 7, 21, June 4, 18, July 9, 23, August 6, 27 (Thursdays)

9am-1:30pm pacific, 10am-2:30pm mountain, 11am-3:30pm central, 12pm-4:30pm 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.

May 7, 21, June 4, 18, July 9, 23, August 6, 27 (Thursdays)

9am-1:30pm pacific, 10am-2:30pm mountain, 11am-3:30pm central, 12pm-4:30pm 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.

May 7, 21, June 4, 18, July 9, 23, August 6, 27 (Thursdays)

9am-1:30pm pacific, 10am-2:30pm mountain, 11am-3:30pm central, 12pm-4:30pm 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.

May 7, 21, June 4, 18, July 9, 23, August 6, 27 (Thursdays)

9am-1:30pm pacific, 10am-2:30pm mountain, 11am-3:30pm central, 12pm-4:30pm 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.

June 2, 3, 16, 17 (Tues, Wed, Tues, Wed)

9am-1pm pacific, 10am-2pm mountain, 11am-3pm central, 12pm-4pm eastern

Caring for ourselves helps to renew our energy, to clear our mind, and to prepare our body for working with our clients.

This Ortho-Bionomy class will explore self-care for these parts of the body: Neck; Shoulders; First Rib; Hands/Wrists; Arms; Back; Pelvis; Feet; Plus a technique for the Ears

Along with helping yourself, these Ortho-Bionomy Self Care techniques can also be shared with your clients.

This class can fulfill an elective requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Associate, Practitioner, and Advanced Practitioner training programs.

Please note: *NCBTMB only accepts four (4) CEs per renewal period in Self-Care. Self-Care is NOT a requirement. All self-care courses MUST include a statement that NCBTMB only accepts four (4) CEs per renewal period when promoting the courses.

June 2, 3, 16, 17 (Tues, Wed, Tues, Wed)

9am-1pm pacific, 10am-2pm mountain, 11am-3pm central, 12pm-4pm eastern

Caring for ourselves helps to renew our energy, to clear our mind, and to prepare our body for working with our clients.

This Ortho-Bionomy class will explore self-care for these parts of the body: Neck; Shoulders; First Rib; Hands/Wrists; Arms; Back; Pelvis; Feet; Plus a technique for the Ears

Along with helping yourself, these Ortho-Bionomy Self Care techniques can also be shared with your clients.

This class can fulfill an elective requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Associate, Practitioner, and Advanced Practitioner training programs.

Please note: *NCBTMB only accepts four (4) CEs per renewal period in Self-Care. Self-Care is NOT a requirement. All self-care courses MUST include a statement that NCBTMB only accepts four (4) CEs per renewal period when promoting the courses.

Arthur Lincoln Pauls developed a gentle and profoundly effective way of addressing structural imbalances in the cranium. In this class, you’ll learn to feel both your clients’ and your own cranial structures in a truly three-dimensional way.

Through a series of Ortho-Bionomy cranial holds and the three dimensions of the cranium as a whole, you’ll explore how to support the cranium in finding its own self-correction—allowing natural motion, balance, and ease to reemerge.

Because cranial patterns affect the entire system, we’ll also focus on integrating these changes throughout the whole body. You’ll learn how to connect cranial work with the pelvis, heart, and extremities so that shifts are fully supported, grounded, and sustainable.

This class is designed to deepen your perceptual sensitivity, expand your structural understanding, and strengthen your ability to facilitate whole-body balance through the cranium.

 Phase 4 is a Prerequisite for Cranial I. Phase 5 & 6 are recommended (or with permission of instructor). 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 its 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 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).

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

This class presents an Ortho-Bionomy approach to restoring the functional movements of the abdomen and the organs of digestion. We will look at the viscera as a community within itself and explore how its movements extend out into the surrounding areas. In this 3-day class, we will explore the mouth, throat, esophagus, sphincters, liver, gallbladder, stomach, intestines and more.

We will learn to palpate and sense the organs themselves and how they relate to each other. We will also work with the bony structures and soft tissues that support them.

When I first took this visceral class in 2007. I remember my instructor Darlene Smith saying, “If the body is not changing, we need to look at the viscera.”

I spent six years assisting her as we discovered the potential of the body to heal and how the viscera played an important role.

Did you know the liver can cause right shoulder, neck and breathing issues?

Did you know the mesentery root can cause issues with the right sacroiliac joint and prolapse of the uterus and bladder?

Did you know the large intestine can cause hip & low back pain, and sciatica?

These are just a few examples of how the viscera can affect the structure of the body. The viscera can also affect each other causing poor digestion, nutrient absorption and removal of toxic substances and wastes.

Come join us and learn how the viscera play a vital role in our health and well-being.

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

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.

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

Breath is life. Each breath we take is a picture of who we have been, who we are, and who we yearn to be. Using osteopathic-based principles of Ortho-Bionomy, in this hands-on training we will:

· Recognize restrictions of the breath and offer it new options

· Bring awareness to the connections between the breath and other parts of the body

· Explore the possibilities of where the breath can lead us

· Use painless comfortable positions to release tension patterns in the structure associated with the breath.

It is amazing how such gentle techniques can give such deep releases. Ortho-Bionomy is easy on the practitioner and can easily be integrated into any massage or bodywork session. Ortho-Bionomy uses gentle painless positions and movements to allow the body to self-correct back to balance and ease. It is easy on the practitioner to do and comforting for the client to receive.

This class is NCBTMB approved, course# 70334152 (Jim Berns) This class can fulfill an elective requirement for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International’s Associate, Practitioner, and Advanced Practitioner training programs.

The bowstring effect class was developed by Terri Lee an Advanced Instructor of Ortho-Bionomy. In this class we will be using Ortho-Bionomy to work with the “Bowstring”.

The bowstring relates to the anterior, longitudinal, interconnected fasciae that help maintain the anterior-posterior balance of the body.” The bowstring begins at the base of the occiput and ends at the plantar fascia. It also has connections to the dural tube and the eight osteopathic diaphragms.

In this class we will work with areas of the body that relate to this anterior line of fascia allowing the body to self-correct bringing tone and balance. We will also look at how this effects the posterior side of the body.

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