Elizabeth Lonergan, RN, CMT Liz is the founder of the Center for Body and Soul. She is an RN and a 1996 graduate of the Chicago School of Massage Therapy. Liz is also trained in Advanced Structural Integration, the Vodder® method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and several forms of energy work. She has studied extensively with Sharry Edwards founder of Sound Health® and is a certified BioAcoustic® practitioner and researcher. Last year Liz finished her training with Dr. Howard Loomis in digestive analysis and enzyme therapy. Currently, she is working on her Doctorate of Naturopathy.
	Ricky Rogala, CMT Ricky is co-owner of the Center for Body and Soul. In 2002 he graduated from the Chicago School of Massage Therapy and is a full time massage therapist now, as well Liz’s business partner. He is also certified in Loomis emzyme therapy. He has great technique, a warm healing touch and a gentle smile that’ll make you feel right at home. Ricky loves therapeutic work and has a real talent for working with shoulder injuries.
	Lisa Delaney, CMT Lisa graduated from the Chicago School of Massage therapy in 2001. In the three years she has been here Lisa has developed a solid following. She is a warm and caring therapist with great hands and a wonderful sense of humor. Her therapies have a wide range, but she really enjoys deep therapeutic work.
	Mary Ann Zellman, Yoga Instructor Mary Ann has been practicing yoga for 20 years, and became a certified instructor from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in 2001. Her energetic personality and love of her work make her classes very enjoyable and in big demand. Mary Ann’s classes range from advanced beginners to advanced Vinyasa, with a strong emphasis on breath and breathing techniques.
	Deb Zielke, BS Ed., Pilates Instructor Deb received her Pilates mat certification from PhysicalMind Institute, and in addtion has completed her Stott® Pilates mat/advanced mat training. She also trained at Body in Balance and has attended many Pilates workshops for a total of 100+ hours of mat training. Deb currently works as a fitness trainer at a local college Health and Fitness center.
	Magda, Dance Instructor Magda teaches our belly dance classes. She is a professional Middle Eastern Dancer, and an entertaining instructor. She has a BA and an MA, with Master’s in Transcendental Imagery© from DePaul University. She’s currently working on her PhD. Magda is a certified Yoga instructor, and has years of training in T’ai Chi. In addition to dancing and teaching, she is also an importer of clothing and accessories, as well as Turkish dance costumes. Visit her website for more information.
	Rita Gailus, CMT Rita is a graduate of the Wellness and Massage Training Institute. She has been practicing since 1995, has been with the center since 2003. Rita is only part-time here, but she has a very loyal clientele who love her deep tissue work, and hot rock therapy.
	Maureen Collins, Yoga Instructor Maureen Collins is a long time student of yoga and a Certified YogaKids Facilitator who is delighted to share her passion with pre-school children through teens in a variety of classes and specialized workshops. A Certified Elementary School Teacher as well, she began her career as a 6th grade teacher for ten years and has served in many teaching roles in her community since that time bringing over 18 years of experience to her classes. She believes in empowering kids of all ages with respect for themselves and their health, creativity and peace.
	Mary Beth McDermott, Yoga Instructor bio coming soon!
	Paul Channic, Tai Chi Instructor Paul Channic is a full time Tai Chi instructor, teaching at various locations in Southern Chicago and the neighboring communities. Having over 20 years of experience in Tai Chi practice, Paul continues his growth by maintaining a close personal relationship with the noted Tai Chi Master Waysun Liao, attending intensive Tai Chi seminars and practicing with other Masters. He has done Tai Chi workshops for many organizations including Chase Bank. Noted for his warm and engaging style his classes are a refreshing experience open to people of all ages.
	Wendy Whipple, Webmistress Wendy is the Webmistress for Body & Soul. She’s a Drake University graduate, with a BS in psychology. She takes belly dance classes from Magda here, is the author of the book (Creating an Heirloom), avid art card trader, and mother and advocate to her daughter with autism. She sometimes finds the time to breathe and sleep.

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