Classes

Maya Abdominal Therapies Self Care

This two and a half day workshop will teach the participant about the anatomy and physiology of normal abdominal organs and structures, and what happens when they become imbalanced. Signs, symptoms, causes and the related pathologies will be included in this program. This modality incorporates a holistic approach to health care which includes massage, nutritional considerations, guided meditation, emotional and spiritual healing, as well as herbal healing remedies. Dr. Arvigo believes that with any natural healing technique, these areas must be addressed simultaneously to promote optimal health.

Completion of this program will qualify the participant to perform the abdominal therapy on themselves ONLY, and will prepare the licensed practitioner to go on to
Professional Training with Dr. Rosita Arvigo, DN.

Continuing Education Credits for Level 1 Self Care Training

The Arvigo Institute is approved by:

The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider for 17.5 CE hours;

19.8 contact hours by the American Holistic Nurses Association which is accredited as an approver of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses credentialing Centers Commission on Accreditation;

16 contact hours for the Midwifery Education Accreditation Council.

16 PDA Points. NCCAOM#: ACHB 726-001, for acupuncture CE's.

Prerequisites:

Anyone may register for this class.
No prior training or licensing is required.

To inquire about scheduled classes click on www.arvigomassage.com.
Registration must be submitted through the Arvigo Institute at: www.arvigomassage.com

Spiritual Belly Dance

This class is designed to help students understand and to feel the depths from where belly dance movements come from...This is not a study of the technique of the muscles and bones but rather an exploration of the energy that lies beneath and beyond the physical structure of the body. When properly accessed and engaged, this energy blesses and nourishes women as they belly dance.

My intention is to help students look inward and to discover where they actually are and to know the truth of this place within themselves. From this place of self knowledge and self acceptance it is possible to move with greater authenticity and power.

No matter what level of training, every woman is already a perfect belly dancer. It is just a matter of remembering this truth, and every woman remembers in a different way. This sacred knowledge is encoded in the bones, muscles, and in the DNA as well as other secret places where one might not think to look. Spiritual Belly Dance helps the student to discover these rich secret places and thus to find the way back to the embodiment of the sacred feminine.

The two most important elements in all of Spiritual Belly Dance are to be present and to be grounded, and both are dependent on the flow of the breath. If the breath is held, it is impossible to be either grounded or present. If you don't breathe, you cannot move in full capacity. With the flow of breath, movement occurs spontaneously on all levels; physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.

Every Spiritual Belly Dance class is both different and the same. All classes taught in this way include the basic vocabulary of belly dance movements that can be learned anywhere-hip circles, hip drops, shimmies, etc. All of these movements generally come from distinct energy sources. For example hip circles and figure eights are second chakra movements; shoulder shimmies come from the heart... However, beyond these movements, the energy of any one given day is unique. In fact, every minute of every day comes with a different energy. Spiritual Belly Dance teaches the student to notice and furthermore control these energetic differences and then to blend them into traditional dancing techniques.

The intended final result of all of this teaching is to help women to be stronger, healthier, and happier in all aspects of life, not only dancing. Thus Spiritual Belly Dance blesses not only the dancer herself, but all other who directly or indirectly are influenced by her dancing.

-as defined by my teacher, Angel

Ongoing classes at the Touchstone House, in Jefferson, Maryland, Thursdays, 10-11:30am, and Saturdays 3pm until 4:30 pm
To register & for directions contact Angela Ferri, angela.ferri.9@gmail.com or call
240 277 2826.

Healing the Uterus Workshop

In this specially designed workshop using yoga, meditation & visualization, mantra & divine intention, you will experience more than the physical results of this work, the incredible emotional healing that takes place when mind, body & spirit meet is yours... Women of all walks ...store years and years worth of emotional memory in their belly and hip & uterus. If it is your goal to free yourself from destructive somatitized guilt, fear, hate, anger and jealousy, and or you chronically experience female issues , even if you no longer have your uterus the energy of "her" is always with you. Come...open the door to healing the divine feminine for all of us...

Hands on Health the Maya Way

Discover the wisdom of Maya traditional healing in recovering and maintaining the health of your reproductive, digestive and urinary systems. This work is helpful to so many "female" concerns. During this class you will learn about Dr. Rosita Arvigo, her apprenticeship with Don Elijio Panti and other healers from Belize. You will learn the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology as it relates to the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage (ATMAM), and of course, to specific health issues. I will teach you Maya Abdominal Therapy for your own Self Care. We will also identify situations in which practicing MAM would be contraindicated. If time permits we will experience a guided meditation, and discuss other modalities such as diet, lifestyle, herbal supports that support MAM.

If you would like to continue onto Professional Care Training after taking this class, I will give you a $50 credit toward taking the Professional Care Training with a class I have scheduled. Class Participants who attend this one-day class are not eligible to attend Professional Care Training; to attend Professional Care Training persons must attend a 3 day Self Care Workshop taught by a Certified Self Care Instructor and meet professional licensing qualifications. This One Day class is not eligible for continuing education units, participants do not receive continuing education units for attendance.

Pregnant Body Care for Mom’s To Be & Couples

Come and learn what you can do for yourself or your partner to help ease discomforts that often develop as your body grows ripe. I will show you gentle massage techniques, suggest products to use, and have on hand, as well as movements that help your baby position correctly. My intention is to lovingly support, prepare and empower you in your birthing experience. Bring your questions and see where they lead us!

Staying healthy with the Seasons,
Autumn Herbal Health

Learn how to prepare your body in the autumn for the winter season. We will discuss which herbs and foods to use to build health. Learn how to make tinctures and cook with herbs that grow locally and wild to keep healthy! Angela has been an herbalist for over nine years. She grows, wildcrafts and makes herbal products using her plant allies. Come join us learn to live joyfully and in harmony with nature’s gifts!

Staying Healthy with the Seasons,
Winter Herbal Health

Learn how to nurture your body during the winter season. We will discuss which herbs and foods to use to fight infections, stifle symptoms and rebuild health. Learn how to make and use tinctures and cook with herbs to keep healthy! Angela has been an herbalist for over nine years. She grows, wild-crafts and makes herbal products using her plant allies. Come join us learn to live in harmony with nature’s gifts!

Community Education

Angela is also available for one hour Community Education Presentations