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Fall Program 2005

Classes    (all classes are ongoing and can be started at any time)

Tai Chi in the Sun style employs gentle flowing movements that will develop balance, increase circulation, and cultivate energy flow. This is the perfect place to begin to increase your physical activity levels, even if it has been many years since your last serious exercise.

Mondays 10:15 – 11:15am—Mary Willi, LMT—(starts Sept. 12th)

 

Yoga: Whether a beginner or a longtime practitioner of this ancient art, everyone should be able to have a fulfilling experience and reap physical and mental benefits from this class. The level is open but several modifications will be offered to fit different abilities. Based on Iyengar style Hatha Yoga, we will be learning to utilize the breath fully while taking a journey through seated and standing postures, along with sun salutations, to gently lengthen and tone the muscles,  increase circulation,  release toxins,  reduce stress, and enhance wellbeing.  Please bring a mat.

Tuesdays and Fridays 9:00 – 10:00am and Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30 pm—Cheryl Koenig—(starts Aug. 16th)

 

Pilates is an excellent way to strengthen core muscles, balance opposing muscle groups, strengthen the back and relieve back pain. Other benefits include a trimmer torso, stress relief, and overall body tone. This is a floor mat-work class that will challenge even the most fit, but is simple enough for the beginner.  Modifications will be given for all fitness levels.  Please bring a mat.

Tuesdays and Fridays 10:15 – 11:15am and Wednesdays 6:45 – 7:45pm—Cheryl Koenig—(starts Aug. 16th)

 

Body Awareness Through Stretch, Balance and Gait is a class designed for all experience levels. You will learn the proper way to stretch, gait training for a healthy stride, and specific exercises to promote balance and strength for structural alignment. Each participant is individually evaluated so each aspect of the program is modified to fit their personal needs.

Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30pm and Thursdays 11:30am – 12:30pm—Jeny Frank. LMT, and Cindy Ritter, PTA—(Tues.  starts Sept. 6th, Thurs.  starts Sept 15th)

 

“An Evening With The Doctor” is a seminar designed to introduce, explain, and demonstrate exactly how B.E.S.T. works, and to answer any questions regarding any of the techniques used at FWI.  This free seminar is a “must” for new patients, and is very helpful in introducing our holistic approach to healthcare to others.

The second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6:45 – 7:45pm—Dr. Marianne

 

Chi Play for Kids uses guided play time to teach children how to feel their energy. They’ll have fun learning how to bring it up and, very importantly, how to gain some balance and take it down when it’s time to relax and be quiet. For children of school age.

Wednesdays 4:30 – 5:00pm—Miranda Hoyle and Connie Abraham, LMT—(starts Sept. 7th)

 

Meditation and Breathwork is an ongoing workshop that is really chi play for adults.  If you want to feel your body’s energy and learn methods and techniques to explore your abilities to gain a true meditative experience, this is the place. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences and insights, so that everyone can receive individual guidance.

Mondays 8:00 – 9:00 pm—Dr. Marianne and Randy Hoyle—(starts Sept. 12th)

 

Food School is a class offered in 3 segments that helps participants dig through all of the disinformation, hype, and confusing “new discoveries “ about nutrition and what is actually the healthy way to look at the food that we feed ourselves and our families. In segment 1 the goal is to simplify the subject of food and offer some basic rules that make the choices involved in shopping, cooking, and even eating out an enjoyable “no-brainer”. In segment 2 we discuss how to actually implement what we’ve learned , and local sources for finding great food, recipes, and specific products that kids will love. In segment 3 we discuss the different body types and how to alter your food lifestyle to foster weight loss and energy enhancement.

Mondays  6:45 – 7:45pm—Peggy Mullin, LMT— (starts Sept. 15th)

 

Fees:      yoga and pilates – $10.00 class, or 5 classes/$45.00, or 10 classes/$80.00

   all others, taught by FWI staff  –  $10.00 class or 6 classes/$42.00

Events

Dr. Marianne is starting to be available to patients in Bloomington at Dr. Michael Ahearn, M.D., and Associates Medical Center. Appointments for the Bloomington location will be made through the Family Wellness Institute office in Peoria. We are now scheduling Aug. 19 &26, Sept. 9 & 30, and Oct. 14 & 28.

Be sure to stop by the Riverfront Market in downtown Peoria on Saturday mornings.  Dr. Marianne will often be there with the Wettstein family of Organic Pastures to answer questions about organic foods and their benefits.

The Place Next Door

The offices next door to Family Wellness Institute are open and the practitioners there are available for consultation. 

Tracey Bingham, R.N., has 17 years experience as a registered nurse and is certified in reflexology and acupressure. In her treatments, Tracey incorporates reflexology, acupressure, light/heat therapy, and aromatherapy using Young Living therapeutic grade essential oils. Tracey is presently studying shiatsu, raindrop therapy, and emotional release with essential oils, and will soon be practicing these techniques as well. She can be reached at 678-7272. 

Kristy Englert, M.S., is a speech pathologist affiliated with River Valley Speech Associates. While she maintains a multi-faceted practice overall, her work at The Place Next Door centers on the needs of children. Call 647-4254 for more information.

Lee Anne Hale, B.S., is a lifecoach and will be available for consultation at this location in mid-September. Lifecoaching is ideal for anyone who feels stagnant, in transition, or who is struggling in meeting their goals. It differs from traditional psychotherapy in that it tends to focus on specific issues that are blocking your moving forward and is a tool for clarifying your goals and designing your life the way you want it to be.  She can be reached at 370-6262.

Eric Huffman is returning to Peoria for two great seminars and two days of private treatments. Eric’s experience includes over 15 years of practicing and teaching yoga, meditation and breathwork. He has trained extensively in Japan with a renowned master reflexologist. His last visit here was a great experience for all participants. He will be here on Thursday, September 29th at 7pm to present and demonstrate the new Lifewave Patches that Dr. Marianne has just begun to use and recommend to some of our patients. The patches employ no chemicals or medications. They use nanotechnology to affect the energy field and can actually enhance performance, and release blockages. Questions? Come meet Eric on September 29th and get answers. Eric will be presenting a workshop on Saturday, October 1st, that will introduce the basic philosophy of eastern medicine, chi, and chakras. It will teach powerful techniques to open chi meridians and chakras to enhance your healing potential. It will introduce simple exercises to strengthen chi production, release stress, increase confidence, and calm the mind. Eric will be scheduling private treatments on Sept. 30th and Oct. 2nd.  Call our office to reserve your space at the workshop or to book a private treatment.

Cheryl Dawn Koenig has been a professional dancer since the age of 15.  Originally from Los Angeles, CA, she began her own Yoga practice at 16 to help balance her body’s recovery from the pressures of the rigors of daily classes and rehearsals.  During these early days Cheryl was also introduced to the Pilates System when it was still the elite venue of the dance world.  She has continued her personal journey with Yoga through study at the Rashneesh Ashram in Oregon and the Satchidananda Ashram in Virginia, as well as countless retreats around the country.  She is currently advanced certified in Pilates from Yogilates studio in N.Y. by Jonathan Urla.  Cheryl has taught both Yoga and Pilates for many dance studios, yoga studios, and other venues throughout the country.  In all, Cheryl has over 35 years of teaching experience.  Cheryl can be reached at 685-7606.

Visit www.familywellnessinstitute.com for more information about the practitioners and special events offered at The Place Next Door.