classes

• pilates

Pilates-based training is a fun approach to fitness that combines both Eastern (breathing techniques and mental relaxation) and Western (strength and endurance) concepts. It delivers an effective approach to health and wellness. Pilates is recognized as a very effective way to strengthen the entire body while increasing flexibility and elongating muscles at the same time. Endurance and concentration are also improved in a variety of athletic pursuits as well as everyday life activities. Learn more >

• reiki

Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key) is a “hands-on” Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation. It is also been found to promote healing and reduce pain. Such techniques have been practiced for thousands of years. Rei means a universal or higher knowledge, or spiritual consciousness. Ki is life energy, similar to chi in Chinese traditions, or prana in the Sanskrit of the yogic traditions. Reiki is a very simple yet powerful technique, passed on from Reiki Master to students in a series of attunements. Online sessions are now being offered. Learn more >

• sound healing

Tibetan bowl sound healing relaxes, refreshes, and reduces stress. Using the vibrations of sacred and ancient Tibetan instruments, sound healing produces deep relaxation, and is effective in helping to treat chronic illness and pain. Sound healing leads to a more relaxed and healthy lifestyle, weight management, and transformation of consciousness. Rachel gently guides her clients through relaxation exercises, affirmations, and visualizations while they receive the relaxing sound healing treatments. Learn more >

• yoga

Yoga therapy is a merging of traditional yoga with modern medicine. Medical assessments are taken into consideration to tailor yoga practices to individual needs. This approach makes yoga therapy more effective than general yoga practice for people who wish to treat specific medical conditions through yoga. Yoga therapy can be applied to a wide range of physical and mental-emotional conditions, such as low back pain, arthritis, shoulder pain, asthma, irritable bowel syndrome, multiple sclerosis, hypertension, heart disease, anxiety, depression, cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia, and it generally incorporates lifestyle advice and nutritional recommendation. Learn more >

• online instruction

Rachel brings her wide range of teaching experience into the virtual world in new and interesting ways. With very little extra technology needed, online lessons are wonderful: there’s no commuting, and you can have your lesson in the comfort of your own home, where you might be down the street from Rachel or across the world. Unlike a one size fits all fitness video or huge generic online classes, Rachel devises tailor-made sessions for each individual client, depending on what they need and desire. Learn more >