HeartMind Bodywork

Grand Opening Celebration Jan. 31st

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:53:56 +0000

Come celebrate the grand opening of HeartMind Bodywork’s new home in Boulder, CO at Bodywork Bistro Living Arts Center.
Tuesday January 31st, 7-10pm.

Catered by Shine Restaurant & Gathering Place ~
Free Chair Massage ~
Music by DJ Deva ~

In our beautiful training studio overlooking Boulder’s infamous Flatirons, we will also have ongoing qigong and yoga classes, community documentary nights, and workshops. Visit bodyworkbistro.com for all of the details.

Flying HeartMind Shiatsu

beckywhitmer — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:15:05 +0000

In this workshop students will learn the foundations of the Flying HeartMind
Shiatsu techniques. Leveraged lifts and supported stretches release accumulated
energy patterns in a delightful and dynamic way.
• Life Energy manifestations in Body, Mind and Spirit
• Dynamic stretches and movements

HeartMind Shiatsu for the Table

beckywhitmer — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:12:17 +0000

In this workshop, students are introduced to the HeartMind Shiastu method,
adapted to be given on a standard massage table. Life energy meridian and specific
points are learned and practiced for effective incorporation in any massage practice.
• Prone and Supine approaches
• Specific point combinations
• Proper body mechanics for Shiatsu on the Table
• Stretches and Qi transmission methods

HeartMind Shiatsu Chair Massage

beckywhitmer — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:06:09 +0000

In this class we introduce the application of HeartMind Shiatsu principles and techniques in chair massage. Shiatsu literally means “finger pressure”. The art of HeartMind Shiatsu brings heartfelt presence, ease, concentration and energetic mindfulness to our bodywork practice. Participants will be introduced to the basics of the HeartMind Shiatsu Two-Hand Technique, meridian line stretching, and acu-point stimulation while working with a client seated in a massage chair.
• Addressing the meridian lines of the upper body
• Upper back, shoulder, arm and hand acu-points
• Neck and head acu-points for pain relief
• Proper body mechanics for HeartMind Shiatsu in a chair

Chakras and Personal Development

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:02:59 +0000

In this workshop participants will learn the Acuyoga Chakra sequence, blending in the theory of Personal Development, Cycles of Seven and Eight System of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

• Acuyoga Chakra Sequence

• Cycles of Seven and Eight

• Integration of Life Stages

• Balancing the Shushumna

Qigong ~ A Practice for Health & Longevity

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:07:36 +0000

Qigong is a study of the energy of the whole universe, which includes physics, chemistry, psychology, biology, astrology, electricity, and medicine. Qigong, the cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine, has been practiced in China for over five thousand years.

“Qi” or “chi” (pronounced Chee) means air or breath, vital energy, or the Universal Force that forms all animate and inanimate things. This complex energy substance, fundamental to life itself, is comprised of an informational message and its carrier energy. “Gong” means work, the function and benefit of this energy, or self-discipline leading to the art of mastery. Qigong teaches you to use your mind, body, and spirit together to unblock energy and balance Yin and Yang energy in the body.

Energy Blockages in the Meridians

Once a blockage is formed, energy cannot flow freely in our energy channels. These energy channels, or meridians run throughout the body to keep it fully functioning. There are twelve main channels and eight reservoir channels. Each channel serves a specific purpose and function. The main channels carry energy to wherever energy is needed in the body. Extra energy in the main channels flows to the reservoir channels. The body draws on energy in the reservoir channels when the main channels run low.

Blockages in the main and reservoir channels prevent energy from getting to all parts of the body. When body functioning slows down or stops, we feel sick. If we want to get well, we have to remove those blockages and open channels, this rebalances the Yin and Yang energy. If we want to live a long and healthy life we have to live in such a way as to keep our Qi reserves full and balanced and not squander our reserves by letting all of energy dissipate through our senses. Qigong, stillness (meditation) and living simply help to minimize this loss of vitality.

Formula for Health and Longevity

Ancient Qi masters developed a formula for health and longevity based on the Qi:

Inner Harmony = Qi Flow = Health and Longevity

This formula is the foundation of all Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and herbal medicine. Concepts in Western science such as coherence, resonance, and integrated body/mind function are parallel to the concept of harmony in China. In the West science points to numerous forms of flow including blood, lymph, brain chemical distribution, nerve transmission, and the movement of ions.

When they added the capacity to purposefully cultivate inner harmony through personal practices the ancients created this formula:

Practice + Intention = Inner Harmony = Qi Flow + Health and Longevity.

Qigong helps keep our energy balanced and flowing. Shiatsu is a tool which is used to help others to keep their energy balanced and flowing, thus maintaining Inner Harmony, Qi Flow, Health and Longevity.

Qigong in the Park – Wonderland Lake

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:16:55 +0000

Come to our Free Introductory HeartMind Qi-Yoga-Flow taught the next three Saturdays, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 10am-11:30 at Wonderland Lake south lawn. (weather permitting)

Large Intestine Meridian Review

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:19:43 +0000

In video number 4 of the HeartMind Shiatsu™ Education Series, Matthew Sweigart teaches us the acupressure / acupuncture points and location of the large intestine meridian.

Expanding the Breath with the Lung Meridian

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:58:28 +0000

Learn the location of the lung meridian and the major lung acupressure points in this experiential and informative video with HeartMind Shiatsu™’s Matthew Sweigart. Expand the breath, and let it all go – a practice you can do at home to access more life force and openness in your body and life.

Expanding the Breath with the Lung Meridian from HeartMind Bodywork on Vimeo.

Free Intro Workshop: Fri Sept 9th 10am-Noon

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:38:00 +0000

Join the HeartMind Shiatsu Boulder team for this free, fun, and informative introductory workshop. Discover the art of “effortless effort” as applied to bodywork therapy, and enjoy a sampling of the HeartMind Shiatsu training program.

Intro to Qigong
Contact & Movement Exercises
Sample Shiatsu Sessions
Q&A