Sacred Art of Healing- Massage, Yoga, Aromatherapy & Meditation

New Blog! New Etsy Store!

2010-07-14T05:56:00.000-07:00

Check out my Brand new store on Etsy, displaying my artwork, both new and old, drawings and paintings. You can finally purchasse my artwork online!
www.etsy.com/shop/shaktigoddessart

Also, I have a brand new blog and will soon be removing this one!
As of August, I will no longer be at Renaissance Healing Center, I am moving back to Gainesville! So stay updated on what I'm doing and new workshops, classes, etc as I get settled into Gainesville!
New blog to follow:
www.LaurenAmerson.blogspot.com

I am currently looking for a place in Gainesville to teach a weekely yoga class and maybe offer some Meditation Workshops every few months or so. If you have any connections, let me know!
Namaste'
Lauren

May Meditation Workshop

2010-04-28T11:56:00.000-07:00

Join me at Renaissance Healing Center May 30th, 3-6pm for a different kind of meditation workshop. Costs only $20, portion of this goes to charity. Healthy snacks & water will be available, mats & yoga props provided. Please call me to RSVP as space is limited. 352-359-2787 or email lolobriana@yahoo.com

No worries if you can make this workshop, I offer similar workshops about every other month at Renaissance Healing Center. Check back often for upcoming workshop dates.

New Aromatherapy Products

2010-04-27T09:07:00.000-07:00

Hello!
I've been busy creating fun, new products, which can be viewed & purchased online at www.etsy.com/shop/lolobriana
Brand New items:
Vanilla-Cocoa Body Butter
Vanilla Body Butter
Lavanilla Body Butter
Chocolate Expresso Body Butter
Skin Toning Body Butter

YUMMY!
I've also made lip balms to match all of the new body butter scents!
All my aromatherapy items are made with only pure, all-natural, organic ingrdients. NO fillers or preservatives. Only the good stuff!

Yoga class schedule for the next few weeks:
Wednesday 4/28 5:30pm
Saturday 5/1 7am
Sunday 5/2 5pm
Monday 5/3 12 & 6:30pm
Wednesday 5/5 5:30
Saturday 5/8 7am
Sunday 5/9 5pm
Monday 5/10 12 & 6:30pm
Wednesday 5/12 5:30
Saturday 5/15 7am

In case you have never taken one of my yoga classes or workshops, here's a discription of my classes:
"I teach yoga as a moving meditation, an opportunity for self-expression, allowing for an intuition driven flow which opens channels for energy to move freely. As we hold postures in stillness there is movement & in the movement there is always stillness. A liberation for your internal dance."

Info about my May 30th meditation workshop coming soon!

New Aromatherapy Products & Yoga Schedule

2010-04-09T10:57:00.000-07:00

Hello! The March Meditation workshop was great, we had a full house!

New Aromatherapy Products now available online & at Renaissance Healing Center:ALL NATURAL Lip Balm(various scents), Eczema/Psoriasis Relief Oil, Belly Balm for Mother to Be, Restless Leg Syndrome Relief Cream, Massage Butter, Body Butter, Tired Achy Foot Cream and more!

Yoga Schedule for the next few weeks:
Saturday 4/10: 7am Sunrise Yoga & 10am Kripalu Yoga
Sunday 4/11: 5pm Community Yoga & Meditation
Monday 4/12: 12noon-12:45 Lunch Yoga & 6:30pm Kripalu Flow Yoga
Wednesday 4/14: 5:30pm Kripalu Flow Yoga
Saturday 4/17: 7am Sunrise Yoga
Sunday 4/18: 5Pm Community Yoga & Meditation
Monday 4/19: 12noon-12:45 Lunch Yoga & 6:30pm Kripalu Flow Yoga
Wednesday 4/21: 5:30pm Kripalu Flow Yoga
Saturday 4/24: 7am Sunrise Yoga

Namaste

New Meditation workshop, week schedule

2010-02-14T08:24:00.000-08:00

Join me for a fun, relaxing workshop Sunday March 14th from 3-6pm! No experience neccassary! Please RSVP! 352-359-2787, lolobriana@yahoo.com

This weeks massage openings!
Monday 2/15: 1pm, 3pm
Saturday 2/20: 8:30am, 3:30pm, 5pm

Yoga schedule with Lauren:
Monday: 12-1245pm & 6:30pm
Wednesday: 5:30pm
Saturday: 7am

Check out my online aromatherapy shop! http://www.etsy.com/shop/lolobriana

Aromatherapy Discounts & Massage Openings

2009-12-15T12:59:00.000-08:00

Massage openings 12/19-12/21
Saturday: 8:30am, 3:30pm, 5pm
Sunday: 9:30am, 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, and 3:30pm
Monday: 8:30am, 1pm, 2:30(or 3, or 3:30pm)

Aromatherapy: *1oz Arthritis Rub on sale for $5, normally $8
*2oz Belly Butter on sale for $12, normally $15
*2oz Aroma Soft Scrub $5, normally $8

Join me for yoga Tonight at 6pm, and Wednesday at 5:30!
Check back often for updates, discounts and educational information.

Therapeutic Aromatherapy

2009-12-07T14:47:00.000-08:00

Did you know that aromatherapy does more than just "smell good"? There are many essential oils that are effective at relieving headaches, anxiety, pain, itching, muscle soreness, inflammation & PMS symptoms. There are oils that are supportive for each of the systems of the body and some that are specifically good for certain organs. They are some especially helpful in trauma situations, emotional & spiritual healing and the list goes on! At Renaissance Healing Center, I offer many therapeutic grade aromatherapy products pre-made as well as customized products when you get an aromatherapy consultation with me. Aromatherapy is a great addition or starting place for "GOING GREEN"! My aromatherapy products are all natural, organic and offer a much safer and healthier, earth friendly alternative to many medicines and cleaning products. Often proving to be more effective than traditional products. Feel free to call me or email me with any questions or if you would like to schedule a consultation. 352-359-2787 or lolobriana@yahoo.com

December 19th Aromatherapy Workshop

2009-12-03T06:20:00.000-08:00

Heather Hixon is hosting "Make your own aromatherapy spa products" workshop on December 19th noon- 3pm. Make 1,2, or 3 unique products to give as gifts or to keep for yourself! I will be assisting Heather and we will both have our unique therapeutic grade organic aromatherapy prodcuts available for purchase, perfect for holiday gifts! Come by Renaissance Healing Center or contact Heather to pre-register for the workshop(this is required)!
If you would like to view or purchase our aromatherapy products, drop by after the workshop or anytime during open business hours(not during yoga or pilates classes please!)!

Yoga Schedule, Massage Openings & discounts

2009-11-27T05:24:00.000-08:00

Yoga schedule for week of 11/29-12/5
Monday: 12noon- 12:45pm lunch time yoga
6:30pm- 7:40pm Kripalu Flow
Wednesday:5:30pm-6:40pm Kripalu Flow
Saturday: 7am- 8am Sunrise yoga on beach behind Casa Marina IF NOT TOO COLD!

Massage openings:
Sunday:9:30am, 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm
Monday:8:30am, 1pm, 2:30
Saturday:8:30am, 5pm

New Discount Packages for Massages, Yoga Classes, Aromatherapy Consultations & other serivces!

Gift Certificate Sale Friday!

2009-11-19T05:18:00.000-08:00

Dont forget to drop by RHC this Friday 11:30am- 8pm to buy disocunted gift certificates for spa services and class passes! Also, im selling gift certificates for my mom's Kinesiological services, so stop by my table and ask me about it! see you there.
we're also working in our holiday party from 5-8, we'll have finger foods, beverages, fun holiday tunes, special give-aways from me and Joy for purchase of select packages, the fire pit will be going and there will be a special display of the belly dancing class outside on the lawn.

Yoga classes week 11/15-11/21

2009-11-15T09:58:00.000-08:00

Sunday 11/15 5-6:30pm yoga & meditation
Monday 11/16 6:30-7:45pm Kripalu Vinyasa Flow
Wednesday 11/18 5:30-6:45pm Kripalu vinyasa Flow
Saturday 11/21 7-8am Sunrise Yoga on beach behind CASA MARINA if not too cold!

Also still have massage openings
Monday 11/16- 8:30am & 1pm
Saturday 11/21- 8:30am, 11:30am/12/12:30pm, & 5:30pm

call me to schedule your massage! 352-359-2787

Massage Openings

2009-11-14T05:18:00.000-08:00

I still have a few time slots available for massage appts:
Sunday 11/15: 9:30am, 11am, 12:30pm, and 2pm.
Monday11/16: 8:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm and 3:40pm.

Open House Today 5-9pm

2009-11-14T05:13:00.000-08:00

Come join us at Renaissance Healing Center as we welcome Joy, our new Acupuncturist, Medical Qigong Instructor, Chinese Herbalist, and Registered Kripalu & Prenatal Yoga Teacher! We will have food, drinks, live music, raffle give aways, a special presentation by Joy and much more. Drop by anytime between 5pm and 9pm! Bring friends and family to our wonderful healing center in Jax Beach, the address is
228 3rd Ave North
Jax Beach, FL 32250
we are the little sage green house right behind Rita's Iced Treats on A1A and 3rd Ave N.

Yoga with Lauren this week!

2009-11-09T12:43:00.000-08:00

Join me for yoga at Renaissance Healing Center
my classes for week of 11/8-11/14:

Monday- 12-12:45pm Lunch time yoga
6:30-7:40pm Kripalu Flow
Wednesday- 5:30-6:40pm Kripalu Flow
Saturday- 7-8am Sunrise Yoga on beach behind Casa Marina

Abdominal Massage with Castor Oil Pack

2009-11-09T05:06:00.000-08:00

At Renaissance Healing Center, I offer 30, 60 and 90 minute Customized massages! My specialty is Abdominal Massage with Castor oil pack, now including an essential oil option to increase the effectiveness of this treatment. I get a lot of questions like: why is it beneficial, does it hurt & how does it work?
Abdominal massage does not hurt! It is helpful in relieving constipation and other discomfots related to the lower part of the digestive tract. It encourages movement of waste material and gas through the colon.
It's very important for us to have a properly functioning digestive system, constipation or irregular elimination is a sign that something isn't quite in balance. It is said that in a perfectly functioning digestive tract, for every major meal you eat, you should have a bowel movement. So, if you eat three meals a day, you should be having three bowel movements a day! There are many factors that can contribute to an improperly functioning digestive tract: stress, diet, dehydration, emotional factors, and the list goes on.........
The intestines play a huge role in absorbtion of nutrients as digested food moves through this lower part of the digestive tract. When there is improper elimination of waste material and it is held in the colon for long periods of time, we lose vital area for absorbing nutrients. In addition, it is called waste material for a reason: it contains food material, toxins and other bodily waste that the body is trying to get rid of. If it sits in the colon for too long, there is possibility that these toxins, etc can be reabsorbed through the colon wall. This proccess impacts our health in a huge way! It can influence our general feeling of well-being, our ability the recover from sickness, injury and even from soreness due to exercise.
How it works: for abdominal massage, the belly is exposed (the chest remains covered on females) and massage strokes, using castor oil, are done following the direction of the colon (large intestine). This alone can be very relaxing which brings the body into a para-sympathetic state, which allows the body's energy to focus on digestion (and other vital proccesses). The massage strokes also stimulate peristalsis, the colons effort to move waste along the lower tract. I also do specific work on dense areas of the colon that signify blocked/impacted waste, helping to move it along the tract. I then place castor oil soaked flannel over the abdomen, cover that with plastic wrap & the sheet, then place a hot pack on top. The castor oil hot pack stays on for about 10 minutes(while I do massage on another area of the body). After removing hot pack, plastic, and flannel, I do another few minutes of abdominal massage.
The whole process takes about 25-30 minutes, and is best done the last 30 minutes of a 60 or 90 minute massage, as it's common to need to use the bathroom soon after abdominal massage. You can also schedule a 30 minute massage if you only want an abdominal massage.
*Castor Oil: The use of castor oil adds another level of healing! Edgar Cayce is famous for his work with castor oil, as he found it to be great for improving assimilation, elimination and circulation.
*Essential Oil Blend: I have created an essential oil blend using castor oil,
Sweet Orange, Grapefruit, Lavender and other essential oils that are effective in stimulating digestion and relieving constipation and gas.
You have a choice between the castor oil/essential oil blend or just plain castor oil(for those who are allergic or sensetive to these scents).
Hot Pack: heat by itself has wonderful therapeutic qualities, especailly for soothing and relaxing muscles and other tissues. The use of the hot pack increases effectiveness and penetration of oils and helps to relax the abdominal muscles and organs. It increases circulation to the area and gives an over feeling of comfort and relaxation.
*Note: abdominal massage is not reommended for women during their menstrual cycle or who are pregnant, anyone currently suffering from diarrhea, if you've had recent injuries or surgeries of the abdomen, any broken skin on or near the abdomen, or if your doctor recommends you not have pressure on your abdomen. any questions?

Monday Massage openings!

2009-11-08T06:12:00.001-08:00

I still have a few Monday massage times available:
1pm, 2:15, and 3:30. call me to schedule your massage!

no sunrise yoga 11/7

2009-11-06T08:54:00.000-08:00

Sunrise Yoga is canceled for 11/7 due to cooler weather and the air & boat show taking place at the beach this weekend! check back for updates! namaste

Kripalu flow class tonight @ Renaissance Healing Center

2009-11-04T05:30:00.000-08:00

Join me tonght @ RHC 228 3rd Ave North Jax Beach from 5:30-6:40pm for an inspiring yoga flow class! $10 drop in or use multi class pass!

optional 6 class series leading up to Meditation Workshop

2009-11-02T11:59:00.000-08:00

I will be doing a 6 class series of the usual Sunday yoga/meditation class 5pm-6:30pm, spread throughout the months of November, December, and January leading up to my free meditation workshop January 24th, 2010!
The 5pm Sunday class is always $5-$10 donation, all money goes to charity! Join me for the 6 class series and get to know me a little better and experience different types of meditation and as always, wonderful YOGA!
All level are welcome, including beginners! You are welcome to participate whether you intend on taking the workshop or not.
The dates of the 6 classes are:
11/22/09, 12/6/09, 12/27/09, 1/10/10, 1/17/10, & 1/24/10.
The 6th class of the series occurs on the day of the workshop, so you may join us for the workshop and stay for class right after, or just come for class at the regular time!there will be healthy snacks provided after the workshop, so you will not starve if you want to stay for the yoga/meditation class.
I will post more info about the workshop soon, spread the word!

Monday 11/2/2009 massage openings

2009-11-01T12:37:00.000-08:00

I currently still have openings for massages on Monday 11/2/09 starting @ 1:15pm and taking my last client at 3:30pm. Call me or e-mail me to sachedule an appt. 352-359-2787 or lolobriana@yahoo.com

My Yoga classes this week! 11/1-11/7/2009

2009-11-01T07:26:00.000-08:00

Join me @ Renaissance Healing Center for Yoga!
Monday: Kripalu Flow Yoga 6:30pm-7:40pm, level 2/3, $10
Wednesday: Kripalu Flow Yoga 5:30pm-6:40pm, level 2/3, $10
Saturday: Sunrise Yoga on the beach behind Casa Marina 7am-8am, level 1/2, $10