Footprints to Health
Body, mind, and emotions are all intimately interwoven. What we do for any part of ourselves impacts the rest of our being. Reflexology is a healing practice that attends to our wholeness, body, mind, and emotions. There are “reflex points” on our feet that correspond to organs and areas of our body. By gentle stimulation of these points, reflexology can positively influence health. It does this by creating a deep state of relaxation in which the body can tap into its own healing potential.
Benefits of Reflexology:
- Reflexology reduces stress and induces deep relaxation
- Reflexology improves circulation
- Reflexology cleanses the body of toxins and impurities
- Reflexology helps to balance homeostasis
- Reflexology revitalizes energy
Each 30 or 50-minute one-on-one session is led by a trained practitioner.
Available in-person at The Sanctuary’s calming Healing Room on Thursdays beginning at 12:00 pm.
Reach for Restoration
Reconnect with your body through slow, intentional movement therapy designed to restore flexibility, reduce pain, and improve circulation. Our Gentle Stretching sessions are specifically created for individuals living with sickle cell disease and other chronic conditions who may experience joint stiffness, fatigue, or limited mobility. Whether you’re recovering from a pain episode or looking to prevent one, gentle movement can be a powerful tool for self-care and resilience.
Benefits of Gentle Stretching:
- Gentle stretching improves blood flow and oxygen circulation
- Gentle stretching lengthens and relaxes tight muscles
- Gentle stretching enhances flexibility and joint mobility
- Gentle stretching helps to relieve stress and enhance mood
- Gentle stretching contributes to better sleep quality
Led by a trained instructor, this 50-minute session focuses on breath-centered stretches that promote relaxation, ease muscle tension, and support daily function—no prior experience needed.
Available in-person at The Sanctuary’s calming Tribal Community Room on Tuesdays at 10:30 am, Wednesdays at 6 pm, and Saturdays at 10:30 am. Bring your own mat or purchase one.
Breath in Motion
Experience a harmonious and revitalizing Qigong movement session, where tranquility and energy intertwine. Guided by a skilled practitioner, you’ll engage in gentle, flowing movements that promote balance and vitality within your body’s energy flow. As you synchronize your breath with each movement, you’ll find a serene sense of focus and mindfulness. Through this ancient practice, you’ll explore the profound connection between your inner energy and the world around you, leaving you with a renewed sense of well-being and tranquility.
Benefits of Qigong:
- Qigong lowers inflammation and releases muscle tension
- Qigong reduces stress and anxiety
- Qigong helps stimulate blood and lymphatic flow
- Qigong improves lung function and respiratory efficiency
- Qigong reduces fatigue for improved quality of life
Each 50-minute session is led by a trained practitioner.
Available in-person at The Sanctuary’s calming Tribal Community Room on Sundays at 12:00 pm and Thursdays at 5:00 pm. Bring your own mat or purchase one.
