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NEW in Summer 2008!
Massage and bodywork sessions as well as private yoga and meditation instruction are available with Jennifer at Inside the Bungalow in Mesa, AZ (in addition to outcall/at-home services). ITB is a historic renovated home serving as a retreat-like yoga studio and cafe that is located in downtown Mesa across from the Arizona Museum for Youth. Look below for more info on sessions and pricing!
Jennifer's yoga, meditation, and bodywork
photography by Randi Ostro
Meditation
and
Healing
Workshop Series with
Jennifer Coomes BA LMT RYT
Licensed Massage Therapist
Registered Yoga Teacher
Look below for the most current schedule and info on Classes, Workshops, Retreats, and
One-on-One Meditation and Yoga Instruction Services!
Come and enjoy a wonderful new series of workshops shared throughout the valley exploring the healing medicine and practice of Meditation. These workshops will blend explorations into meditation, traditional chinese medicine, energy, bodywork, movement, yoga, and
mind-body awareness coupled with community conversation to help experience an awakening connection, clarity, & awareness of the body, ourselves, our health, and each other.
Series Foundation
This "Meditation as Healing" series is designed to use meditation as a practice of awareness to source the innate wisdom & healing in the body, sourcing the center, the teacher within to awaken connection and healing through a light-hearted, accepting, & engaging atmosphere. Each workshop is a process, building on the one before, but each also foundational in its concepts to share individually.
"Jen's Meditation and Healing Workshop was such an awesome experience. I participated in the entire weekend...four workshops. I was really looking forward to it and it was better than I could imagine. I really like how she encouraged us to be open with our thoughts and feelings. Throughout the weekend we made a journal of those thoughts and could share them with others or just feel free to write them down. Jen's method of guiding this workshop keeps you interested and helps you get the most out of it. It's not a bunch of note taking and textbook teaching, it's interactive and allows you to use your own creativity and begin your meditation and healing journey. Jen is so inspiring and has such a calming spirit within her that radiates through her massage, meditation, and yoga practices. It's clear that she has a true desire to connect with you to guide you to a healthy, happy, and more fulfilling life. Thank you Jen!"
~Ginger
If you would like more information on holding this workshop or class near you, please contact Jennifer at
480.343.0949 or email
jennifer@theessencestudio.com
Thank you!
~Namaste~
Tuning into Center:
An Earth Practice
This workshop will explore the practice of tuning into center of the body to awaken foundation, balance, feeling, and breath from the core. We'll explore conversations and experiential mind-body work in balance, homeostasis, and the traditional chinese medicine concept of "hara" as it helps us open up the practice of awareness within. A powerful workshop for accessing and awakening personal grounding and center inside fluctuation that can be foundational for tapping, experiencing, and maintaining an inner sense of calm, clarity, stillness, and inner wisdom that you can carry into life with harmony and peace. We'll also explore personal healing space, the benefits of enjoying quiet moments, and its relationship to health and vitality.
Heart Intimacy:
Awakening & Connection
Wherever the heart is, connection awakens. This workshop will explore the heart as a pathway for opening, expression, and healthy communication. We'll tap into the practice of awareness through touch, physically connecting to the body in meditation, and exploring the intimate foundation of a safe connective touch that awakens and nurtures the vital flow that is essential to the embodiment of life and health. This fun and interactive, yet engaging intimate workshop is appropriate for individuals, friends, couples, and groups and will explore personal meditative body exercises as well as partner bodywork to shed some of the familiar fears of intimacy and create enjoyable and flowing pathways to opening the heart, easy communication, laughter, and safe and nurturing foundations of touch and connection.
Healing from Inside Out:
Sourcing Body Wisdom
Each of us embodies the powerful capacity of self-healing that is within that can awaken when we embrace, appreciate, and honor our body with grace and awareness. Often in our American goal-driven society, we can push more than we need and overextend beyond our limits and edges, which in turn can challenge the nervous system, the physical body, and mental balance. This cycle can impair our vital life energy if consistently experienced at the "flight-fight" edge commonly related to high stress situations. This proactive workshop will explore an introductory foundation to psychology & physiology of the body in its response to stress, and its innate ability to reverse itself to experience "homeostasis," the body's natural state of health and balance. We'll tap into body awareness practices that can beautifully awaken as we slow down, tune in, feel the body, and listen to the wise intuitive teacher within. Experiential meditation and movement exercises will focus on stillness, exploring pace & flow, healthy boundaries & edges (when to work through challenge, when to be firm, when to let go), compassion & personal care, and accessing the body's communication and language that is the foundation for choosing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Meditation & Movement:
Awakening
the Body's Voice
An engaging exploration into movement as meditation and authentic movement, this workshop will tap into the body's expression and listening in movement as a creative voice for release, awakening, and healing. This workshop will blend meditation and movement forms such as tai chi, walking meditation, and dancing meditation to explore the concepts of flow, rhythm, connection, and awareness as key principles and foundation to a grounded body movement practice you can explore with confidence at home, in life, and in community. This enjoyable and interactive workshop will use the practice of "noticing" as a comfortable backdrop to look at our movement as a kind relationship to our interaction in life, with ourselves, and with each other. Participants will explore confidence, empowerment, and creativity through authentic movement using principles and music as a founding vehicle, and later sourcing movement out of silence, intuition, and ability to express the inner voice, intimacy, and presence through body expression. A wonderful workshop also for movement teachers and students to help awaken a natural flow and awareness in practices of dance, yoga, bodywork, and meditation.
A personal journal is recommended for this series. Workshops may be inside or outside depending on weather or preference of the group. Wear comfortable clothing for meditation and movement.
Feel free to bring anything you need to make sitting for periods
of time comfortable.
Portions of workshop proceeds will benefit special charities along the way that promote healthy child and family development, trauma prevention, and a healthy mind, body, spirit, and world.
Curious about Meditation?
Here are some wonderful benefits
to the mind, body, & heart:
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Creates a nourishing source of inner peace
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Helps create relaxation stability, vitality, emotional balance, and body awareness
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Reduces stress and tension
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Awakens the your inner teacher and your authentic self which helps to strengthen intuition, clarity, and self healing
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Strengthens conscious awareness within, in connection to the community, and the world
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Helps to create a practice in present moment awareness and encourages "noticing & observing" to settle the mind
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Helps to spark creativity, new ideas, and confidence within
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Strengthens and lengthens focus and attention which can be applied to areas of work, school, sports, listening, etc.
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Creates awareness and connection with "divine," "higher," or "godlike" self
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Helps to breakdown destructive or limiting thought patterns or habits
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Stimulates positive and flowing energy enducing and improving physical, mental, emotional health
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Creates and strengthens connection to inner foundation, balance, centering, grounding, and breath
Meditation, while it comes in many forms, reaches all. The tools help us connect with ourselves, each other, and the world with richness and fullness. Personal practice helps us create foundation in ourselves, almost as a way to help us establish discipline to help us see the benefits in our mind, body, and heart. Community practice allows us to bring the personal practice to a place of connection and it is there where the community can create unity and really realize how common we all are and that separation is an illusion. We also realize how much being in community can do amazing things for creating a healthier world. Just by sitting together, moving together, being together, talking together, and even laughing together. So, I invite you, wherever you're at, to try it out, and just see what happens. It might be the best thing you ever did. :)
Hope to see you soon!
Namaste & Gassho,
Jennifer
2008 Speaking Engagements
Jennifer is available for talks or teachings on meditation to help the community and various populations. Pricing is determined on length of time, group size, and type of talk/teaching. Please contact Jennifer at 480.343.0949 or at jennifer@theessencestudio.com
for more info. Thank you!
Tuesday, March 18th, 1-1:45pm
Intro to Meditation
Brookdale Assisted Living
Tempe, AZ
July 2008
Work/Life Balance
Honeywell
Meditation & Yoga
Personal Instruction with
Jennifer Coomes BA LMT RYT
One-on-one sessions allow personal time with an experienced instructor to help you create a personal practice and share the tools that relate specifically to your life, practice, & purpose. This is often encouraged when a group class is difficult or for students who need extra or personalized guidance to help create discipline, confidence, or alleviate blockages to experiencing personal peace, calmness, and relaxation
of the body. One on one sessions for meditation and yoga instruction are rated as the same length and prices of massage and bodywork sessions. Packages are available and can be transferred between individual sessions in massage, bodywork, meditation, and yoga! Expand your relaxation, enjoy vibrant life and health!
All massage, bodywork, meditation, and yoga sessions
are shared as an outcall/at-home professional service with outcall fees for travel. For more info, look at services below:
PayPal Accepted!
(online safe & secure payment option)
Single Session Prices
30min session: $40
60min session: $70
90min session: $100
120min session: $120
Outcall/Travel Charges
for travel based on miles to location
(not included in session price)
New Outcall
Travel Charges
Effective July 1st, 2008
$15 for 5-10mi radius of Tempe, AZ
$20 for 10-15mi radius of Tempe, AZ
$25+ for 15mi+ radius of Tempe, AZ
Charges determined on visit and based on travel within Phoenix-metro.
For outside Phoenix-metro,
contact Jennifer for more info.
Gift Certificates
A beautiful way
to give to a loved one!
Gift Certificates are available for the length of single session you choose above. Through PayPal, gift certificates
can also be issued for any dollar
amount and can be applied toward massage and bodywork sessions
or personalized instruction in
meditation and yoga with Jennifer.
Gift Certificates have a 3 month expiration from date issued.
Click for more info on
Massage & Bodywork services
Wellness Packages
Wellness Packages are available for massage & bodywork services and/or personalized instruction (private classes) in meditation and yoga. They are available in 5 or 10 session packages in 30, 60, 90, or 120 minute sessions. Wellness Packages are transferable within families and between spouses/partners. Five (5) and Ten (10) session packages have a 6 month expiration from date of issue
and are non-refundable.
A Great Package for All!
180 minutes of massage, bodywork, or personal instruction in meditation
and yoga for $150!
Time can be split into 3-60 minute or 2-90 minute sessions. This Special Wellness Package has a 3 month expiration.
5 Session Packages
30 minute sessions: $157.50
60 minute sessions: $270.00
90 minute sessions: $382.50
120 minute sessions $495.00
10 Session Packages
30 minute sessions: $280.00
60 minute sessions: $480.00
90 minute sessions: $680.00
120 minute sessions: $880.00
Special Promotions
New Clients
$10 off your 1st visit.
Referral Incentive
$10 off session when referring a New Client. Discount is applied to client's session after new client visit.
Seniors (over 65)
$10 off each visit.
Kids (under 15)
$10 off each visit
Cancellation Policy
Your therapist/teacher with The Essence Studio values your time & appreciates that consideration in return. If you need to reschedule an appt, please call at least 24 hours in advance. A $20 fee is charged
for appointments cancelled with less
than 24 hours notice. Your business supports our business, & we thank you
for your consideration.
Jennifer's
2008 Classes, Workshops,
and Retreats
CURRENT WORKSHOPS
Meditation
and Healing
Weekend Workshop Series
with Jennifer Coomes
July 18-20, 2008
at Inside the Bungalow
48 N. Robson
Mesa, AZ 85201
Phone: 480.844.2353
Click here and scroll down for more info on this amazing retreat-like experience!
Beginners welcome!
Partner Yoga
and Meditation Workshop
with
Jennifer Coomes
and Carrie Hensley
Friday, August 8th '08,
Note Time Change!
7-9:30pm
at Inside the Bungalow
Click here and scroll down for more info on this favorite workshop with students!
PREVIOUS
2008 WORKSHOPS
all workshops were taught by Jennifer unless otherwise indicated
Heart Intimacy:
Awakening & Connection
Meditation & Movement Workshop
Saturday, Jan 19th '08 1-4pm
at Crescent Moon
Yoga & Healing Center
in Scottsdale, AZ
*10% of Jennifer's teaching pay from this workshop was donated to
Arizona Foundation for Women
Partner Yoga, Meditation,
and Massage Workshop
with Jennifer Coomes & Rasoul Sobhani
Friday, Jan 25th '08, 6:30-9:30pm at Metta Community Yoga Center
in Phoenix, AZ
Partner Yoga, Meditation,
and Massage Workshop
with Jennifer Coomes & Rasoul Sobhani
Friday, Feb 8th 2008, 7-9pm
at Inside the Bungalow
in Mesa, AZ
Partner Thai Massage
& Yoga Workshop
Friday, March 7th, 6:30-9:30pm
at Metta Community Yoga Center
Phoenix, AZ
Partner Thai Massage
& Yoga Workshop
Friday, March 14th '08, 7-9:30pm
at Inside the Bungalow
Mesa, AZ
Partner Yoga, Meditation,
and Massage Workshop
with Jennifer Coomes & Rasoul Sobhani
Friday, March 21st '08, 7-9:30pm
at Metta Community Yoga Center
in Phoenix, AZ
Partner Yoga, Meditation,
and Massage Workshop
with Jennifer Coomes & Rasoul Sobhani
Fri, March 28th '08, 7:30-9:30pm
at Crescent Moon
Yoga & Healing Center
in Scottsdale, AZ
Meditation and Healing
Weekend Workshop Series
April 25-27, 2008
at Inside The Bungalow
Mesa, AZ
10% of Jennifer's teaching proceeds from this workshop series will benefit
Cup 'o Karma for a Cause
A Woman's Day Retreat:
Recognizing & Using Your Authentic Voice for Vibrant Health and Life
Sun, June 15th, 2008, 11-5pm
at Inside The Bungalow
Mesa, AZ
Summer Solstice
Day Retreat:
Renewing Your Commitment to Vibrant Health
Saturday, June 21st 2008, 9-4pm
at Inside the Bungalow
Mesa, AZ
Thai Masssage & Meditation Workshop
Friday, July 11th 2008, 6-9pm
at Inside The Bungalow
Mesa, AZ
Meditation & Healing
Weekend Workshop Series
July 18-20, 2008
at Inside The Bungalow
Mesa, AZ
Friday, July 18th, 6-9m
Saturday, July 19th 11-6pm
Sunday, July 20th, 1-4pm
10% of Jennifer's teaching proceeds from this workshop series will benefit
The American Heart Association
Jennifer's Weekly Yoga Classes
refer to the home page for most
current class schedule, class themes, and sub classes
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at Inside the Bungalow
48 N. Robson Mesa, AZ 85201
480.844.2353
Drop In: $12
various class packages available
NEW Students:
2 weeks of Unlimited Yoga for $25!
Try the ITB Yoga Lifestyle Challenge!
Vinyasa w/Restorative
Saturdays 11am-12:50pm
1hr Yoga Flow
50 minutes Restorative Yoga
For Beginners to Intermediate Students,
ie. Level I or Level I-II
Join Jennifer for this great blended class of yoga flow and restorative yoga designed to encourage, renew, and restore the natural flow of health, energy, and movement in a relaxing, interactive, and engaging community environment welcoming to all levels of practice!
Vinyasa
Sundays 8-9:20am
For Intermediate Students, ie. Level I-II
As a deepening of your practice, come and enjoy this rise and shine Sunday morning class with Jennifer where you will learn how to "link postures with proper breathing techniques to create a dynamid fluid practice." Though not recommended for beginners, this class is appropriate for anyone who has a good basic foundation in yoga and feels comfortable in an active yoga flow practice.
FUNdamentals
Sundays 9:30-10:50am
For Beginner Students, ie. Level I
In this class with Jennifer, you'll learn "basic breathing techniques, yoga postures, and proper alignment in a relaxed non-competitive environment" to experience a healthy source of yoga, foundation, and inspiration to live your unique rhythm, flow, and joy! Recommended for beginners and anyone wanting to refresh the foundations of your yoga practice.
Specialty Classes
(Jennifer is not currently teaching these speciality classes but watch for their return in the future!)
Meditation as Flow
A guiding and exploring meditation and yoga practice of heart, flow, breath, and movement to awaken centering, calmness, grace, and the teacher within to help settle the mind and open the body's vital pathways to peace, lightness, & freedom.
2008 Weekly
Class Themes
(from most recent)
Flow: Lion Heart
6/14/08 (Saturday-Inside the Bungalow)
6/15/08 (Sunday-Inside the Bungalow)
"Vital Fire, Vital Fuel, Vital Life"
"Expansion"
"Living Your Passion, Living Your Lion
(and Tiger, if you feel inspired :)"
"A Passionate & Vital Spirit"
"Staying on the Right Track"
"Breaking Fear Chains"
"The Heart rules your Vibrant Life"
"Rooted In You, Rooting for You"
"Manifestation"
"Take Time to Decompress & De-Stress"
"Stay In Touch With You & Your Energy"
"Don't Lose Yourself"
"Keep Releasing, Keep Renewing"
"Lion's Breath"
"Laugh, Keep Your System Healthy"
"Stay Light, Clear, In Focus"
"Receive Love, Give Love"
"Pray"
"Stay Open"
"Release Negative Energies & Stories"
"YES YOU CAN!"
This class theme revolved ultimately around discovering our authentic self. How often can you lose your passion in the business of life, or just plain lose yourself in general? So, friends, this is a capture, a regeneration, a kicking alive, no excuses, expression of you. I've been inspired by my own themes because they always come to me in my life in a powerful way and they help me cut loose and get real on what it is that I'm wanting to get at. Sometimes you may not know, sometimes you can have blockages, and you can be confused on who the real you really is. But make no mistake, it's there, and it's fine time we make some shifts with inspired passion to get the crap out that's not you out, break down barriers and blockages, remove obstacles, and move on to your best and vibrant life.
So Here Goes, Are You Ready?
It's Not About Proving Yourself
I've had this lesson more than a few times myself, and every time I got sucked in, it was always for the wrong reasons and the wrong people. If you are connected to an energy that is negative and doesn't support you, and yet you feel like you need to do everything you can to hopefully make the situation change or the other person approve of you, let me tell you right now...you are not where you are supposed to be. If someone does not respect you, that is the first sign that they are not worthy of your time. Respect is fundamental and a key to thriving. We are in relationships all the time, with ourselves, with significant others, with our families, our co-workers, strangers, God, Universe, Nature. The key is that we are in an abundant world and while that is hard to see at times, we are. So that means very essentially, that you have a place and a right to be you, and your gifts will always be seen and appreciated by the right people when you honor yourself with heart, love, and respect.
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