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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 Dr. Howard Loomis and is a Certified Digestive Health Specialist and Enzyme Therapist through the Loomis Institute. She has studied with Sharry Edwards, founder of Sound Health®, and is a Certified BioAcoustic® Practitioner and researcher. Liz is also a Certified Clinical Thermographer, through Duke University and ACCT.
Ricky is co-owner of the Center for Body and Soul . In 2002, he graduated from the Chicago School of Massage Therapy and has done extensive training in Myofascial Therapy. Ricky loves therapeutic work and has a real talent for working with shoulder injuries. He is a Certified Digestive Health Specialist and Enzyme Therapist through the Loomis Institiute. Ricky is also a Certified Clinical Thermographer, through Duke University and ACCT.
Lisa graduated from the Chicago School of Massage therapy in 2001. Since she became a mom of three, Lisa is here only part-time but has a solid following. She is a warm and caring therapist with great hands and a wonderful sense of humor. Her therapies cover a wide range from Myofascial Therapy to deep relaxation massage.
Rita is a 1995 graduate of the Wellness and Massage Training Institute and has been with the center since 2003. Rita is only part-time here, but she has a very loyal clientele who love her Myofascial Therapy, deep tissue work, and hot rock therapy.
Mary Ann has been practicing yoga for over 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 beginner to advanced Vinyasa, with a strong emphasis on breath and breathing techniques.
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. 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.
Mary Beth has been practicing yoga for many years. She received her certification from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago and is a registered yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance. It is with great joy that she assists students as they journey toward balance and unity of body, mind and spirit through the practice of Hatha Yoga.
Mary Lynn has pursued spiritual practices since she was a young woman, and yoga has added a physical experience that cultivated strength, grace, and increased health for her. She completed her teacher training program at Soderworld with Anusara-Inspired instructors. She transmits yoga and meditation to her students providing the love and grace with which she has been taught. She continues her education at various conferences in the Midwest.
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Paul 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. Read Paul's blog.
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Elizabeth Lonergan, RN, LMT, CCT 
Ricky Rogala, LMT, CCT 
Lisa Delaney, LMT 
Rita Gailus, LMT 
Mary Ann Zellman, Yoga Instructor
Magda, Dance Instructor
Mary Beth McDermott, Yoga Instructor
Mary Lynn Colosimo, Yoga Instructor
Paul Channic, Tai Chi Instructor
Meghan Gembara, Pilates Instructor