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Such as a joint replacement, conditions like Arthritis, cancer, or even just the strain of having to sit at a desk all day. If you have questions, I’m happy to help you explore your options for an easy, enjoyable, and healthy approach to wellness and fitness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1632794607665-K7RKXFIK7258BLLCKOGC/Screen%2BShot%2B2021-09-24%2Bat%2B12.20.06%2BPM.jpg Home - Receive gentle guidance With an experienced teacher you can trust Hi, I’m Melinda. A Certified Pilates Instructor, a Registered Somatic Movement Educator and Therapist, and a Certified Massage Therapist as Somatic Educator. At The Smart Body, I provide guidance for all levels of practice so you can decide what feels best for your body. 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TBA 60 min · Beginner https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1632703797242-3IRCONPS3SJT5FTGCMDG/4.png Classes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1632704773502-GXLDZJUSJJJIEXR3OD7Q/13.png Classes Clear away the fog Smart Restore and Rejuvenate — Heal Smart Series Comparable to deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy, this movement meditation will help to reduce the effects of stress, enhance the quality and experience of movement, and allow the body to recover and recuperate (heal) more efficiently. Friday at 9:30am 60 min · Beginner https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1632702984000-1QFA62HRTRGI2EVXD54L/7.jpg Classes - Play Smart Smart Body Pilates — Play Smart Series For students who have mastered both Heal and Move class series and are comfortable using anatomical terms, body systems, and other somatically based tools. Exercise transitions, class flow, and pace are all emphasized. We strive to become more balanced while challenging how mobile our stability can be. Wednesday at 8:45am 60 min · Intermediate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1632703365178-GX1LL63OQCM83D1GIV2A/BodyMind+Dancing.png Classes - Move and heal BodyMind Dancing - Play Bring consciousness to all parts of the body. As a whole, BodyMind Dancing™ is an anatomically informed dance experience that integrates technical skill-building exercises with improvisation. TBA 60 min · Beginner https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1634882505822-ZX30ZX7XDZIIVDY1U5E5/Yoga+Horizontal+%281%29.png Classes - Move Smart Move Smart is about learning how to move well. The how is much more important than the what when it comes to moving beyond limitations. Don’t be defined by your setbacks — learn the skills to recover fully, move beyond the pain, and restriction safely so that you can return to your life with confidence and freedom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1632552072607-OOJDGC834EUJ15IJ425C/2.png Classes - Live Smart Live Smart is the big picture. For those who have mastered the previous three, Live Smart continues to nurture, navigate, and fine-tune your abilities. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6141048ca5c38b4a59e2ef5f/1632551949027-2U8OH1C0ZJO4CLPOO17X/3.png Classes - Heal Smart The human body has an amazing ability to protect, regenerate, and heal itself. 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