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The principles of the ancient science of Yoga are essential for balanced living in today’s world. Our Yoga & Meditation Training and Behavioral Modification Programs can help you build vibrant health, neutralize stress, and discover well-being.
WHAT MAKES OUR CENTER UNIQUE?
Established as a non-profit organization 28 years ago, The Yoga Health & Therapy Center has been serving the community continuously since that time, promoting health and well-being for students through our classes and for the public through lectures and educational programs. Our programs are available in Georgia (Athens), Kentucky (Lexington, Morehead, Paris) and Texas. A partial list of agencies we have worked with appears below.*
Because we limit class size, students receive the necessary individualized attention, and we can provide a quiet, supportive atmosphere conducive to letting go of daily stress. Students tell us they feel the calm from the moment they walk in the door.
After years of study, practice and reflection, our Founder, Shelley Smith, was asked by her teacher to establish a school in America, to share the ancient tradition of Yoga health and its underlying philosophy in a way that is meaningful and effective for people today. Shelley has trained all of our instructors, who have experienced the benefits of Yoga and Meditation and are inspired to share what they have learned with others.
In addition to instruction in Yoga and Meditation, we also offer special programs which integrate Yoga principles to help participants play a more active role in building their own health and well-being. These programs include Clinical Counseling, Dream Work, Stress Reduction Classes, and Yoga Therapy Sessions.
SERVICES OFFERED INCLUDE:
Yoga Instruction:
Beginners Yoga Classes
General Yoga Classes (Mixed level)
Ayurveda Yoga Classes, developed by Shelley Smith
Private & Group Yoga Classes
Guided Study of Yoga Philosophy
(based on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras & other texts)
Yoga Therapy Programs
Yoga Classes for those with Multiple Sclerosis
Yoga Classes for those with Asthma and Allergies
Stress Reduction for those with Cardiovascular
Disease
Meditation Instruction:
Meditation Classes: Beginners & Follow-up (Phases 2-4)
Group Meditation Practice Sessions (Weekly & Monthly)
Quarterly Retreats
Behavioral
Modification Approaches:
Clinical Counseling
Dream Work
Stress Reduction Classes
*WE HAVE PROVIDED PROGRAMS FOR THE FOLLOWING:
American Cancer Society, Lexington Chapter
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
Central Baptist Hospital
Ephraim McDowell Regional Hospital
St. Joseph Hospital
Lexington Public Library
National M.S. Society, Kentucky Chapter
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Inc.
University of Georgia, College of Nursing
University of Kentucky, College of Medicine