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Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Connect to Angels and Ancestors
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Connect to Angels and Ancestors
Wednesdays (starting 10/1) at 10:30am
10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
October's Krya to Connect to Angels and Ancestors. Ancestors have the ability to make you aware of what doesn't work (essential and vital) - while angels and guides are the maps to destiny giving directions of how to get there efficiently. In practicing this krya we work through our physical body to tap into our emotional body and our own epigenetic field.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $100 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice with Lauren Measure
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice
with Lauren Measure
A Six Week Series Starting 10/16 - Thursdays at 5pm
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 & 12/4
No Class 11/13 or 11/27
This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.
We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.
In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.
Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.
Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.
Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen
Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 10/2
10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate with Alyson Zilai
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate
October 18th-November 22nd
with Alyson Zilai
In-person 8-9am
Virtual 10-11am
“My mind is too busy, I can’t meditate!” “How do you even do that? Just sit there?”
Mindfulness meditation has been around for over 2600 years and is a powerful practice that can help reduce reactivity, improve self confidence and understand ourselves, our lives and our relationships on a deeper level. In this beginner-level course, we will come together, learn a bit about mindfulness meditation using a technique involving three easy-to-follow steps and calm the nervous system with a relaxing sound bath.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Soundbath to Support The Sacral Chakra with Shannon Hawley
Sound Baths
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
LAST MONDAY: 10/27 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 10/7 at 10:30am
10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Autumn Harvest - A Six Week Yoga Series With Alana
Autumn Harvest
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 10/28 at 6:30pm
10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 + 12/2
As the leaves turn and the air cools, join us for a nurturing 6-week yoga series inspired by the spirit of Autumn.
This special series is designed to help you harvest the energy of summer, embrace abundance, and gently prepare for the inward journey of winter.
Each week, we’ll blend Hatha and Vinyasa style yoga, using mindful breath and movement to ground ourselves, release what no longer serves us, and tune into the rhythms of nature. Props will be thoughtfully incorporated to support and deepen your practice, making it accessible and safe for all levels.
What to Expect:
Gathering the Harvest Celebrate your summer growth with heart-opening flows and gentle reflection, focusing on abundance and gratitude.
Letting Go Flow through sequences that encourage release—shedding anything you’re ready to leave behind, just as the trees let go of their leaves.
Grounding & Rooting Connect to the earth with grounding postures, cultivating stability and presence as we settle into autumn’s embrace.
Preparing for Rest Gentle, restorative movements and deep relaxation to honor the transition toward winter and fostering inner warmth.
Come celebrate the beauty of autumn, nurture your body and spirit, and carry the gifts of the season with you into winter.
Writing Group - Creative Connections (virtual only)
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Connect to Angels and Ancestors
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Connect to Angels and Ancestors
Wednesdays (starting 10/1) at 10:30am
10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
October's Krya to Connect to Angels and Ancestors. Ancestors have the ability to make you aware of what doesn't work (essential and vital) - while angels and guides are the maps to destiny giving directions of how to get there efficiently. In practicing this krya we work through our physical body to tap into our emotional body and our own epigenetic field.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $100 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Strong Woman with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Three-Week Series Starting Wednesday 10/8 at 5:00pm
10/8, 10/15 & 10/29
$50 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
4-Weeks Starting October 30th
10/30, 11/6, 11/13, + 11/20
$75 for 4-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice with Lauren Measure
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice
with Lauren Measure
A Six Week Series Starting 10/16 - Thursdays at 5pm
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 & 12/4
No Class 11/13 or 11/27
This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.
We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.
In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.
Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.
Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.
Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen
Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 10/2
10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate with Alyson Zilai
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate
October 18th-November 22nd
with Alyson Zilai
In-person 8-9am
Virtual 10-11am
“My mind is too busy, I can’t meditate!” “How do you even do that? Just sit there?”
Mindfulness meditation has been around for over 2600 years and is a powerful practice that can help reduce reactivity, improve self confidence and understand ourselves, our lives and our relationships on a deeper level. In this beginner-level course, we will come together, learn a bit about mindfulness meditation using a technique involving three easy-to-follow steps and calm the nervous system with a relaxing sound bath.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Dark
Join Dr. Emily for this deeply nourishing 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through autumn's profound transition into winter's sacred darkness. Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a supportive space to honor the beauty of late fall while preparing for winter's introspective depths.
Each session weaves together grounding vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work. As we move through this transformative time between autumn's release and winter's contemplative embrace, you'll learn to gather your energy inward while releasing what needs to fall away with the season.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during the year's most introspective period, offering tools to stay centered as daylight diminishes and nature settles into its cyclical rest.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner warmth, resilience, and deep connection to your authentic self.
Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded, aligned, and ready to embrace the profound wisdom that winter's darkness offers.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter's Sacred Preparation
This deeply nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter's inward-turning energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature settles into its most contemplative season, mamas are encouraged to connect profoundly with their baby, create sacred space within the body and pelvis, and cultivate inner strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, deeply supportive, and warmly nurturing as we move through winter's gathering darkness, creating internal warmth while honoring the precious life growing within.
Through gentle movements that embrace the season's reflective wisdom, we'll focus on building resilience and openness as daylight diminishes and nature models the art of going inward.
This practice honors winter's profound energy of gestation and deep preparation, perfect for mamas approaching their own transformative journey into motherhood.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond. Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred depths of pregnancy's final preparations.
Soundbath to Support the Solar Plexus with Shannon Hawley
Sound Baths
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
FIRST MONDAY: 11/3 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Autumn Harvest - A Six Week Yoga Series With Alana
Autumn Harvest
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 10/28 at 6:30pm
10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 + 12/2
As the leaves turn and the air cools, join us for a nurturing 6-week yoga series inspired by the spirit of Autumn.
This special series is designed to help you harvest the energy of summer, embrace abundance, and gently prepare for the inward journey of winter.
Each week, we’ll blend Hatha and Vinyasa style yoga, using mindful breath and movement to ground ourselves, release what no longer serves us, and tune into the rhythms of nature. Props will be thoughtfully incorporated to support and deepen your practice, making it accessible and safe for all levels.
What to Expect:
Gathering the Harvest Celebrate your summer growth with heart-opening flows and gentle reflection, focusing on abundance and gratitude.
Letting Go Flow through sequences that encourage release—shedding anything you’re ready to leave behind, just as the trees let go of their leaves.
Grounding & Rooting Connect to the earth with grounding postures, cultivating stability and presence as we settle into autumn’s embrace.
Preparing for Rest Gentle, restorative movements and deep relaxation to honor the transition toward winter and fostering inner warmth.
Come celebrate the beauty of autumn, nurture your body and spirit, and carry the gifts of the season with you into winter.
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Krya for Forgiveness
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya for Forgiveness
Wednesdays (starting 11/5) at 10:30am
11/5, 11/12, 11/19
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
November's Krya for Forgiveness focuses on the wisdom of forgiveness. Forgiveness is to gather all of your resources into the present moment. To create your best effort from the past, and allow it to carry you into a brighter future. In this krya we stretch our entire body: we activate every cell with each posture. Come practice reaching down into the mitochondrial core with your intention and purpose.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $50 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
4-Weeks Starting October 30th
10/30, 11/6, 11/13, + 11/20
$75 for 4-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice with Lauren Measure
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice
with Lauren Measure
A Six Week Series Starting 10/16 - Thursdays at 5pm
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 & 12/4
No Class 11/13 or 11/27
This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.
We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.
In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.
Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.
Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.
Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5
No Class 11/28
A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
Mediumship Gallery with Jenna Rose
Mediumship Gallery Reading
with Jenna Rose
Friday 11/7
6:30 -8pm
Join us for a mediumship gallery reading, a powerful group experience where Jenna Rose connects with spirit to share messages from loved ones who have crossed over.
Together, we’ll find comfort in knowing our loved ones in spirit are still with us.
While not everyone is guaranteed a personal message, spirit’s guidance will create a shared space of healing, affirming that love truly transcends realms.
This group has a firm 8 person cap, to allow for a intimate container.
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate with Alyson Zilai
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate
October 18th-November 22nd
with Alyson Zilai
In-person 8-9am
Virtual 10-11am
“My mind is too busy, I can’t meditate!” “How do you even do that? Just sit there?”
Mindfulness meditation has been around for over 2600 years and is a powerful practice that can help reduce reactivity, improve self confidence and understand ourselves, our lives and our relationships on a deeper level. In this beginner-level course, we will come together, learn a bit about mindfulness meditation using a technique involving three easy-to-follow steps and calm the nervous system with a relaxing sound bath.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Dark
Join Dr. Emily for this deeply nourishing 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through autumn's profound transition into winter's sacred darkness. Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a supportive space to honor the beauty of late fall while preparing for winter's introspective depths.
Each session weaves together grounding vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work. As we move through this transformative time between autumn's release and winter's contemplative embrace, you'll learn to gather your energy inward while releasing what needs to fall away with the season.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during the year's most introspective period, offering tools to stay centered as daylight diminishes and nature settles into its cyclical rest.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner warmth, resilience, and deep connection to your authentic self.
Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded, aligned, and ready to embrace the profound wisdom that winter's darkness offers.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter's Sacred Preparation
This deeply nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter's inward-turning energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature settles into its most contemplative season, mamas are encouraged to connect profoundly with their baby, create sacred space within the body and pelvis, and cultivate inner strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, deeply supportive, and warmly nurturing as we move through winter's gathering darkness, creating internal warmth while honoring the precious life growing within.
Through gentle movements that embrace the season's reflective wisdom, we'll focus on building resilience and openness as daylight diminishes and nature models the art of going inward.
This practice honors winter's profound energy of gestation and deep preparation, perfect for mamas approaching their own transformative journey into motherhood.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond. Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred depths of pregnancy's final preparations.
Working with the UNSEEN with Shannon Hawley
Working with the UNSEEN.
A series to awaken your eroticicsm for life and to cultivate your creativity and authenticity.
with Shannon Hawley
A Three Month Container
$325 for the group series with the addition of 3 private sessions booked at your convenience (each individual session is a reduced rate of $111 if scheduled before November 30th).
Monday, September 22nd, October 13th, November 10th 6:30-8:30
Working with the UnSeen, Subconscious, and your Dreams to Co-Create with the World.
We need your creativity!
You need your life force!
We need your YOUNESS!
This transformative series guides you beyond surface-level awareness into the rich, untapped realm of your subconscious mind and dreamscape. Through deep listening practices and supportive community connection, you'll learn to partner with the unseen forces that shape our reality—discovering your soul's true mission as a steward of ideas and dreams.
When you are actively creating you are not hooked by consumption or confusion. Let's get back to our Soul's Mission! We are the stewards of ideas, dreams, and the universe in awe of itself! This will be a supportive container to listen to what your heart is longing for and to begin to cultivate practices that support your creativity and authenticity.
Who This Is For:
Creative individuals feeling stuck in consumer culture's grip
People seeking deeper meaning and purpose in their creative work
Those drawn to exploring dreams, intuition, and subconscious wisdom
Anyone ready to move from passive consumption to active co-creation
Seekers wanting to reconnect with their authentic creative calling
What will you get:
3 group meetings on Monday Evenings (2 hours)
3 individual sessions (schedule at your convenience at a discounted rate before November 30th)
Group work:
1 Opening Circle and Ceremony with Breathing Techniques and a Special Group Sound Bath Meditation curated for the group's intentions.
1 transformative Group Breathwork Session to allow new neural pathways to connect and the subconscious to both guide and nourish you and your creativity.
1 powerful Kundalini Krya to support & strengthen your resilience and life-force.
We will cross 3 thresholds.
1. Deep Listening and Portal Opening (ancestors gifts, childlike dreams, visions)
2. Creating conditions to support our safety and seduce our creative courage and Activating the Voice.
3. Outcreating ! Everything that exists was first imagined.
The Complete Journey:
3 transformative group sessions on Monday evenings
3 individual curated sessions (schedule at your convenience at discounted rate before November 30th)
A supportive community of fellow creative souls
Magic and Transformation (not optional:)
Ready to remember your role as a conscious co-creator? Join us in awakening the universe's capacity for awe through your unique creative expression.
$325 for the group series with the addition of 3 private sessions booked at your convenience (each individual session is a reduced rate of $111 if scheduled before November 30th).
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 11/11 at 10:30am
11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Autumn Harvest - A Six Week Yoga Series With Alana
Autumn Harvest
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 10/28 at 6:30pm
10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 + 12/2
As the leaves turn and the air cools, join us for a nurturing 6-week yoga series inspired by the spirit of Autumn.
This special series is designed to help you harvest the energy of summer, embrace abundance, and gently prepare for the inward journey of winter.
Each week, we’ll blend Hatha and Vinyasa style yoga, using mindful breath and movement to ground ourselves, release what no longer serves us, and tune into the rhythms of nature. Props will be thoughtfully incorporated to support and deepen your practice, making it accessible and safe for all levels.
What to Expect:
Gathering the Harvest Celebrate your summer growth with heart-opening flows and gentle reflection, focusing on abundance and gratitude.
Letting Go Flow through sequences that encourage release—shedding anything you’re ready to leave behind, just as the trees let go of their leaves.
Grounding & Rooting Connect to the earth with grounding postures, cultivating stability and presence as we settle into autumn’s embrace.
Preparing for Rest Gentle, restorative movements and deep relaxation to honor the transition toward winter and fostering inner warmth.
Come celebrate the beauty of autumn, nurture your body and spirit, and carry the gifts of the season with you into winter.
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Krya for Forgiveness
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya for Forgiveness
Wednesdays (starting 11/5) at 10:30am
11/5, 11/12, 11/19
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
November's Krya for Forgiveness focuses on the wisdom of forgiveness. Forgiveness is to gather all of your resources into the present moment. To create your best effort from the past, and allow it to carry you into a brighter future. In this krya we stretch our entire body: we activate every cell with each posture. Come practice reaching down into the mitochondrial core with your intention and purpose.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $50 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Strong Woman with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 11/12 at 5:00pm
11/12, 11/19, 11/26, & 12/3.
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
4-Weeks Starting October 30th
10/30, 11/6, 11/13, + 11/20
$75 for 4-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen Carola
Register Here
Mindful Birth: 5-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 11/13
11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 + 12/18
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5
No Class 11/28
A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate with Alyson Zilai
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate
October 18th-November 22nd
with Alyson Zilai
In-person 8-9am
Virtual 10-11am
“My mind is too busy, I can’t meditate!” “How do you even do that? Just sit there?”
Mindfulness meditation has been around for over 2600 years and is a powerful practice that can help reduce reactivity, improve self confidence and understand ourselves, our lives and our relationships on a deeper level. In this beginner-level course, we will come together, learn a bit about mindfulness meditation using a technique involving three easy-to-follow steps and calm the nervous system with a relaxing sound bath.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Dark
Join Dr. Emily for this deeply nourishing 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through autumn's profound transition into winter's sacred darkness. Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a supportive space to honor the beauty of late fall while preparing for winter's introspective depths.
Each session weaves together grounding vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work. As we move through this transformative time between autumn's release and winter's contemplative embrace, you'll learn to gather your energy inward while releasing what needs to fall away with the season.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during the year's most introspective period, offering tools to stay centered as daylight diminishes and nature settles into its cyclical rest.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner warmth, resilience, and deep connection to your authentic self.
Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded, aligned, and ready to embrace the profound wisdom that winter's darkness offers.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter's Sacred Preparation
This deeply nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter's inward-turning energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature settles into its most contemplative season, mamas are encouraged to connect profoundly with their baby, create sacred space within the body and pelvis, and cultivate inner strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, deeply supportive, and warmly nurturing as we move through winter's gathering darkness, creating internal warmth while honoring the precious life growing within.
Through gentle movements that embrace the season's reflective wisdom, we'll focus on building resilience and openness as daylight diminishes and nature models the art of going inward.
This practice honors winter's profound energy of gestation and deep preparation, perfect for mamas approaching their own transformative journey into motherhood.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond. Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred depths of pregnancy's final preparations.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 11/11 at 10:30am
11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Autumn Harvest - A Six Week Yoga Series With Alana
Autumn Harvest
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 10/28 at 6:30pm
10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 + 12/2
As the leaves turn and the air cools, join us for a nurturing 6-week yoga series inspired by the spirit of Autumn.
This special series is designed to help you harvest the energy of summer, embrace abundance, and gently prepare for the inward journey of winter.
Each week, we’ll blend Hatha and Vinyasa style yoga, using mindful breath and movement to ground ourselves, release what no longer serves us, and tune into the rhythms of nature. Props will be thoughtfully incorporated to support and deepen your practice, making it accessible and safe for all levels.
What to Expect:
Gathering the Harvest Celebrate your summer growth with heart-opening flows and gentle reflection, focusing on abundance and gratitude.
Letting Go Flow through sequences that encourage release—shedding anything you’re ready to leave behind, just as the trees let go of their leaves.
Grounding & Rooting Connect to the earth with grounding postures, cultivating stability and presence as we settle into autumn’s embrace.
Preparing for Rest Gentle, restorative movements and deep relaxation to honor the transition toward winter and fostering inner warmth.
Come celebrate the beauty of autumn, nurture your body and spirit, and carry the gifts of the season with you into winter.
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Krya for Forgiveness
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya for Forgiveness
Wednesdays (starting 11/5) at 10:30am
11/5, 11/12, 11/19
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
November's Krya for Forgiveness focuses on the wisdom of forgiveness. Forgiveness is to gather all of your resources into the present moment. To create your best effort from the past, and allow it to carry you into a brighter future. In this krya we stretch our entire body: we activate every cell with each posture. Come practice reaching down into the mitochondrial core with your intention and purpose.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $50 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Strong Woman with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 11/12 at 5:00pm
11/12, 11/19, 11/26, & 12/3.
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
4-Weeks Starting October 30th
10/30, 11/6, 11/13, + 11/20
$75 for 4-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice with Lauren Measure
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice
with Lauren Measure
A Six Week Series Starting 10/16 - Thursdays at 5pm
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 & 12/4
No Class 11/13 or 11/27
This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.
We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.
In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.
Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.
Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.
Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen Carola
Register Here
Mindful Birth: 5-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 11/13
11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 + 12/18
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5
No Class 11/28
A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate with Alyson Zilai
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate
October 18th-November 22nd
with Alyson Zilai
In-person 8-9am
Virtual 10-11am
“My mind is too busy, I can’t meditate!” “How do you even do that? Just sit there?”
Mindfulness meditation has been around for over 2600 years and is a powerful practice that can help reduce reactivity, improve self confidence and understand ourselves, our lives and our relationships on a deeper level. In this beginner-level course, we will come together, learn a bit about mindfulness meditation using a technique involving three easy-to-follow steps and calm the nervous system with a relaxing sound bath.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
Childbirth with Karen Carola
Childbirth Education Class
Saturday November 22nd 10-12pm
Experience the power of pregnancy with Karen Carola.
Karen has assisted more than 3,500 women in delivering their children and is currently the Director of Midwifery for Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates. Bringing together the unique perspectives of a registered midwife, 35+ years of OB-GYN experience, and a 500 hour RYT, Karen shares the secrets to a safe and empowering pregnancy, labor, and birth.Using her experience as a medical professional, Karen will give an overview of the stages of labor and offer breathing and positioning to maximize the progress of labor. She will also give specific techniques for pushing and offer couples ways to support each other in labor. She will take time to answer anyand all questions or concerns you or your partner may have regarding labor, birth, or your time in the hospital
This class size is limited to 4 couples (birthing person and partner) - anticipate an intimate group with the ability to ask questions, connect and spend time with the one and only Karen Carola.
Holy Fire Reiki 1 with Dr. Emily
Holy Fire Reiki 1 Attunement Class
With Dr. Emily
Saturday 11/22, 12:30-6:30pm
Awaken Your Healing Potential
Join us for this transformative Holy Fire Reiki Level 1 class, where you'll receive your first attunement to this powerful healing energy and begin your journey as a Reiki practitioner.
What You'll Learn
In this comprehensive course, you'll discover the fundamentals of Holy Fire Reiki, a refined system that works with higher frequencies of healing energy. Through hands-on practice and experiential learning, you'll develop the skills to channel Reiki for yourself.
Core Topics Include:
The history and principles of Reiki and Holy Fire energy
Understanding the chakra system and energy anatomy
Receiving your Holy Fire Reiki 1 attunement ceremony
Hand positions for self-treatment.
Techniques for sensing and working with energy flow
Creating sacred space for personal energy clearing.
Self-Care & Energy Hygiene
A significant portion of this class focuses on establishing sustainable self-care practices and maintaining energetic health—essential foundations for any healing practitioner.
You'll Learn:
Daily self-Reiki routines to maintain your own energetic balance
Grounding and centering techniques for before and after sessions
Energy clearing methods to release absorbed or stagnant energy
Setting healthy boundaries in healing work
Protecting your energy field while remaining open and compassionate
Recognizing signs of energetic depletion and how to recharge
Integrating Reiki into your daily wellness routine
Class Experience
This nurturing, supportive environment welcomes beginners and those new to energy work. You'll practice in a safe space, receive personal guidance, and leave with practical tools you can use immediately.
Includes: Class manual, certificate of completion, and ongoing support as you begin your practice.
Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Dark
Join Dr. Emily for this deeply nourishing 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through autumn's profound transition into winter's sacred darkness. Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a supportive space to honor the beauty of late fall while preparing for winter's introspective depths.
Each session weaves together grounding vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work. As we move through this transformative time between autumn's release and winter's contemplative embrace, you'll learn to gather your energy inward while releasing what needs to fall away with the season.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during the year's most introspective period, offering tools to stay centered as daylight diminishes and nature settles into its cyclical rest.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner warmth, resilience, and deep connection to your authentic self.
Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded, aligned, and ready to embrace the profound wisdom that winter's darkness offers.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter's Sacred Preparation
This deeply nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter's inward-turning energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature settles into its most contemplative season, mamas are encouraged to connect profoundly with their baby, create sacred space within the body and pelvis, and cultivate inner strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, deeply supportive, and warmly nurturing as we move through winter's gathering darkness, creating internal warmth while honoring the precious life growing within.
Through gentle movements that embrace the season's reflective wisdom, we'll focus on building resilience and openness as daylight diminishes and nature models the art of going inward.
This practice honors winter's profound energy of gestation and deep preparation, perfect for mamas approaching their own transformative journey into motherhood.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond. Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred depths of pregnancy's final preparations.
Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation: Reishi with Adrienne
Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation
with Adrienne Haberl
Nov 23rd at 3pm
Reishi - Rest & Cultivating Peace- Limited Space Available
Sliding Scale Donation Based - Suggested Donation $25-50
Class will be 90 minutes with an opportunity to mingle for a little while after.
Note: if there is a guest speaker, please expect the possibility of our class extending the time to 120 minutes.
Each month we will sit with an herb that coincides with the season.
We will journey through the chakra’s, taking notice of how the herb effects each wheel. We will weave in greenwitch practices under the guidance of the Wise Woman Tradition of Healing, calling in and giving gratitude to the elements. There will be an opportunity for a few folks to share experiences within the circle. Then we will go into the herbs healing properties, energetics and other wisdoms before closing together.
Please bring:
an item of meaning to you to place on our community altar (you will take it back home with you after class)
a journal if you wish!
favorite mug with you!
Adrienne will include plant profiles that you can bring home to hole punch and put in a binder to build your own materia medica.
If you are unable to attend please email soilskysoul@gmail.com so we can make space for folks who want to drop in! Please let us know within 24 hours if you are unable to attend! !
Soundbath to Support the Solar Plexus with Shannon Hawley
Sound Baths
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
LAST MONDAY: 11/24 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 11/11 at 10:30am
11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Autumn Harvest - A Six Week Yoga Series With Alana
Autumn Harvest
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 10/28 at 6:30pm
10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 + 12/2
As the leaves turn and the air cools, join us for a nurturing 6-week yoga series inspired by the spirit of Autumn.
This special series is designed to help you harvest the energy of summer, embrace abundance, and gently prepare for the inward journey of winter.
Each week, we’ll blend Hatha and Vinyasa style yoga, using mindful breath and movement to ground ourselves, release what no longer serves us, and tune into the rhythms of nature. Props will be thoughtfully incorporated to support and deepen your practice, making it accessible and safe for all levels.
What to Expect:
Gathering the Harvest Celebrate your summer growth with heart-opening flows and gentle reflection, focusing on abundance and gratitude.
Letting Go Flow through sequences that encourage release—shedding anything you’re ready to leave behind, just as the trees let go of their leaves.
Grounding & Rooting Connect to the earth with grounding postures, cultivating stability and presence as we settle into autumn’s embrace.
Preparing for Rest Gentle, restorative movements and deep relaxation to honor the transition toward winter and fostering inner warmth.
Come celebrate the beauty of autumn, nurture your body and spirit, and carry the gifts of the season with you into winter.
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Strong Woman with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 11/12 at 5:00pm
11/12, 11/19, 11/26, & 12/3.
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Dark
Join Dr. Emily for this deeply nourishing 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through autumn's profound transition into winter's sacred darkness. Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a supportive space to honor the beauty of late fall while preparing for winter's introspective depths.
Each session weaves together grounding vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work. As we move through this transformative time between autumn's release and winter's contemplative embrace, you'll learn to gather your energy inward while releasing what needs to fall away with the season.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during the year's most introspective period, offering tools to stay centered as daylight diminishes and nature settles into its cyclical rest.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner warmth, resilience, and deep connection to your authentic self.
Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded, aligned, and ready to embrace the profound wisdom that winter's darkness offers.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter's Sacred Preparation
This deeply nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter's inward-turning energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature settles into its most contemplative season, mamas are encouraged to connect profoundly with their baby, create sacred space within the body and pelvis, and cultivate inner strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, deeply supportive, and warmly nurturing as we move through winter's gathering darkness, creating internal warmth while honoring the precious life growing within.
Through gentle movements that embrace the season's reflective wisdom, we'll focus on building resilience and openness as daylight diminishes and nature models the art of going inward.
This practice honors winter's profound energy of gestation and deep preparation, perfect for mamas approaching their own transformative journey into motherhood.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond. Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred depths of pregnancy's final preparations.
Soundbath to Support the Heart with Shannon Hawley
Sound Baths
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
FIRST MONDAY: 12/1 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 11/11 at 10:30am
11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Autumn Harvest - A Six Week Yoga Series With Alana
Autumn Harvest
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 10/28 at 6:30pm
10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 + 12/2
As the leaves turn and the air cools, join us for a nurturing 6-week yoga series inspired by the spirit of Autumn.
This special series is designed to help you harvest the energy of summer, embrace abundance, and gently prepare for the inward journey of winter.
Each week, we’ll blend Hatha and Vinyasa style yoga, using mindful breath and movement to ground ourselves, release what no longer serves us, and tune into the rhythms of nature. Props will be thoughtfully incorporated to support and deepen your practice, making it accessible and safe for all levels.
What to Expect:
Gathering the Harvest Celebrate your summer growth with heart-opening flows and gentle reflection, focusing on abundance and gratitude.
Letting Go Flow through sequences that encourage release—shedding anything you’re ready to leave behind, just as the trees let go of their leaves.
Grounding & Rooting Connect to the earth with grounding postures, cultivating stability and presence as we settle into autumn’s embrace.
Preparing for Rest Gentle, restorative movements and deep relaxation to honor the transition toward winter and fostering inner warmth.
Come celebrate the beauty of autumn, nurture your body and spirit, and carry the gifts of the season with you into winter.
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Krya as a Tool for Meditation
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya as a Tool for Meditation
Wednesdays (starting 12/3) at 10:30am
12/3, 12/10, 12/17
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
December's Krya as a Tool for Meditation This krya uses the full body to prepare for a deep meditation and mantra which means "what is to be, already is".
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $50 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Strong Woman with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 11/12 at 5:00pm
11/12, 11/19, 11/26, & 12/3.
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
3-Weeks Starting October 30th
12/4, 12/11, 12/18
$50 for 3-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice with Lauren Measure
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice
with Lauren Measure
A Six Week Series Starting 10/16 - Thursdays at 5pm
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 & 12/4
No Class 11/13 or 11/27
This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.
We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.
In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.
Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.
Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.
Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen Carola
Register Here
Mindful Birth: 5-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 11/13
11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 + 12/18
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5
No Class 11/28
A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Dark
Join Dr. Emily for this deeply nourishing 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through autumn's profound transition into winter's sacred darkness. Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a supportive space to honor the beauty of late fall while preparing for winter's introspective depths.
Each session weaves together grounding vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work. As we move through this transformative time between autumn's release and winter's contemplative embrace, you'll learn to gather your energy inward while releasing what needs to fall away with the season.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during the year's most introspective period, offering tools to stay centered as daylight diminishes and nature settles into its cyclical rest.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner warmth, resilience, and deep connection to your authentic self.
Come as you are, and leave feeling grounded, aligned, and ready to embrace the profound wisdom that winter's darkness offers.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, + 12/7
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter's Sacred Preparation
This deeply nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter's inward-turning energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature settles into its most contemplative season, mamas are encouraged to connect profoundly with their baby, create sacred space within the body and pelvis, and cultivate inner strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, deeply supportive, and warmly nurturing as we move through winter's gathering darkness, creating internal warmth while honoring the precious life growing within.
Through gentle movements that embrace the season's reflective wisdom, we'll focus on building resilience and openness as daylight diminishes and nature models the art of going inward.
This practice honors winter's profound energy of gestation and deep preparation, perfect for mamas approaching their own transformative journey into motherhood.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond. Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred depths of pregnancy's final preparations.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Krya as a Tool for Meditation
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya as a Tool for Meditation
Wednesdays (starting 12/3) at 10:30am
12/3, 12/10, 12/17
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
December's Krya as a Tool for Meditation This krya uses the full body to prepare for a deep meditation and mantra which means "what is to be, already is".
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $50 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
3-Weeks Starting October 30th
12/4, 12/11, 12/18
$50 for 3-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen Carola
Register Here
Mindful Birth: 5-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 11/13
11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 + 12/18
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Mediumship Gallery with Jenna Rose
Mediumship Gallery Reading
with Jenna Rose
Friday 12/12
6:30 -8pm
Join us for a mediumship gallery reading, a powerful group experience where Jenna Rose connects with spirit to share messages from loved ones who have crossed over.
Together, we’ll find comfort in knowing our loved ones in spirit are still with us.
While not everyone is guaranteed a personal message, spirit’s guidance will create a shared space of healing, affirming that love truly transcends realms.
This group has a firm 8 person cap, to allow for a intimate container.
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness with Alyson Zilai
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness
with Alyson Zilai
December 13th-January 17th
No Class December 27th
It is more important than ever to hold ourselves gently, which we are not always conditioned to do. Often the fast pace of the world can have an aggressive energy which we can absorb and/or participate in. To create a home in ourselves where we feel safe is an invaluable gift we can give to ourselves to weather it all and live more consciously and fully. This 5-week series will begin with a relaxing sound bath and conclude with a mindfulness meditation sit with an intention to hold ourselves in gentle awareness.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
Yin Yoga: Holiday Season Slow Down with Rebecca
Yin Yoga: Holiday Season Slow Down
w/ Rebecca White
Saturday December 13th 1-2:30pm
This 90-minute class guides students into a deep awareness of the physical body and breath through Yin Yoga and Mindfulness.
Yin Yoga emphasizes depth and simplicity.
Students will practice supine and seated postures that are held for 3-5 minutes with the muscles in a relaxed state to target ligaments and connective tissue throughout the body.
This practice supports the health of the joints, recharges the energetic system of the body, and naturally draws the mind inward.
Guided pranayama, deep relaxation, and meditation will be weaved into the practice.
This class offers the mind + body the opportunity to slow down and be present in the midst of the Holiday Season.
Breastfeeding Basics with Kim Guccione
Breastfeeding Basics
with Kim Guccione
Sunday 12/14 at 12pm
Prenatal Education for Expecting Parents 90-minute in-person class
Ideal between 27–32 weeks of pregnancy
This thoughtfully designed class prepares expecting mothers (and their partners!) to begin breastfeeding with confidence and clarity.
Together, we’ll:
✔️ Set realistic expectations for the early days and weeks postpartum
✔️ Discuss essential breastfeeding techniques and latch basics
✔️ Identify ways to incorporate breastfeeding into your birth and postpartum plans In our culture, we tend to prepare extensively for birth—yet often take a “wait and see” approach to feeding.
While every baby and breastfeeding journey is unique, learning the basics of how lactation works before baby arrives can make all the difference.
This class provides foundational knowledge and hands-on guidance to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported from day one.
✨ Partners are encouraged to attend — their involvement plays a huge role in the breastfeeding experience.
✨ Includes access to online resources for continued support and reference after birth.
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building with Krista O’Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 12/16 at 10:30am
12/16, 12/23, 12/30, 1/6
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Taking Care of the Heart for Breastfeeding Moms and Moms-to-Be with Kim + Kate
Taking Care of the Heart for Breastfeeding Moms and Moms-to-Be
Tuesday 12/16 at 6:30pm
Prenatal Education for Expecting Parents
Join Kate and Kim for a nurturing, yoga-infused, breastfeeding-informed workshop designed to support both your body and your heart.
Whether you’re pregnant and preparing to breastfeed, or currently nursing your little one, this class will leave you feeling grounded, confident, and connected.
We’ll begin by exploring breastfeeding positions that protect your body—focusing on posture, comfort, and the small adjustments that make a big difference in your feeding experience.
From there, Kate will guide you through a gentle, heart-opening yoga flow to release tension and create space in your body. We’ll close with a centering meditation and affirmations to restore confidence and reconnect you with your intuition and strength as a parent.
Breastfeeding—and parenting—can be deeply rewarding but also physically and emotionally demanding.
Kate and Kim are here to remind you that you deserve support, rest, and care too.
Come move, breathe, and learn in a space created just for you and your baby.
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Krya as a Tool for Meditation
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya as a Tool for Meditation
Wednesdays (starting 12/3) at 10:30am
12/3, 12/10, 12/17
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
December's Krya as a Tool for Meditation This krya uses the full body to prepare for a deep meditation and mantra which means "what is to be, already is".
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $50 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Writing a Birth Plan: Family Advocacy with Krista O'Dea
Writing a Birth Plan:
Family Advocacy During Birth & Beyond
with Krista O'Dea
Wednesday 12/17 at 5pm
We will begin this workshop with a meditation to set your intentions and gain clarity on how you want your dream birth and postpartum to unfold.
This process helps you align with your desires and determine what is most important to you – your non-negotiables. We will write two birth plans.
One plan will be just for you: incorporating everything you wish for your ultimate birth and postpartum experience.
The second plan will be specifically for your support team: succinct and to the point focusing on your values instead of specific checklists so your team will know exactly how to best nurture and support you when needed.
In this class we will discuss ways to speak to staff, how to respectfully ask for what you want, and other tips to ensure your birth is family centered.
Did you know that dad’s and partners hold the charge at birth? All interventions can be approved or denied through Dad. While you travel into deep altered states to birth your baby, your partner is your best advocate for your non-negotiables. After all, who is ultimately responsible for this new baby once home? Dad’s are an integral part of the birthing process and should be supported in their role.
Bring a pen and journal or your laptop/tablet – however you enjoy transcribing your thoughts.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
3-Weeks Starting October 30th
12/4, 12/11, 12/18
$50 for 3-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen Carola
Register Here
Mindful Birth: 5-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 11/13
11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 + 12/18
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness with Alyson Zilai
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness
with Alyson Zilai
December 13th-January 17th
No Class December 27th
It is more important than ever to hold ourselves gently, which we are not always conditioned to do. Often the fast pace of the world can have an aggressive energy which we can absorb and/or participate in. To create a home in ourselves where we feel safe is an invaluable gift we can give to ourselves to weather it all and live more consciously and fully. This 5-week series will begin with a relaxing sound bath and conclude with a mindfulness meditation sit with an intention to hold ourselves in gentle awareness.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building with Krista O’Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 12/16 at 10:30am
12/16, 12/23, 12/30, 1/6
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Winter Solstice Yoga Series: Returning to the Light with Alana
Winter Solstice Yoga Series:
Returning to the Light
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 12/23 at 6:30pm
12/23, 12/30, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
Winter is a time to turn inward — to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what nourishes you most. This five-week series invites you to slow down and root into steady practices that honor stillness while gently awakening your inner light.
Each session offers grounding movement, mindful breath, and rest to help you balance the energy around the holiday season.
Using props and variations, this hatha vinyasa flow welcomes all levels.
Winter Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Warming the Winter December 28 - February 8th
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter solstice to Spring Equinox.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the need for rest of deep winter and the honoring of more light as the spring equinox approaches.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the winter solstice and spring equinox, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while preparing the seeds for planting in the next season of life.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the rest our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this winter season.
Winter Sunday Prenatal
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter Season December - February 2025
This nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter’s calming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through winter’s nourishing restful energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's reflective nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces winter's wisdom of deep nourishment and rest, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation: Skullcap with Adrienne
Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation
with Adrienne Haberl
Dec 28th at 3pm
Skullcap ~ Dream & Journey- Limited Space Available
Sliding Scale Donation Based - Suggested Donation $25-50
Class will be 90 minutes with an opportunity to mingle for a little while after.
Note: if there is a guest speaker, please expect the possibility of our class extending the time to 120 minutes.
Each month we will sit with an herb that coincides with the season.
We will journey through the chakra’s, taking notice of how the herb effects each wheel. We will weave in greenwitch practices under the guidance of the Wise Woman Tradition of Healing, calling in and giving gratitude to the elements. There will be an opportunity for a few folks to share experiences within the circle. Then we will go into the herbs healing properties, energetics and other wisdoms before closing together.
Please bring:
an item of meaning to you to place on our community altar (you will take it back home with you after class)
a journal if you wish!
favorite mug with you!
Adrienne will include plant profiles that you can bring home to hole punch and put in a binder to build your own materia medica.
If you are unable to attend please email soilskysoul@gmail.com so we can make space for folks who want to drop in! Please let us know within 24 hours if you are unable to attend
Soundbath to Support the Heart with Shannon Hawley
Sound Baths
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
LAST MONDAY: 12/29 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building with Krista O’Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 12/16 at 10:30am
12/16, 12/23, 12/30, 1/6
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Winter Solstice Yoga Series: Returning to the Light with Alana
Winter Solstice Yoga Series:
Returning to the Light
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 12/23 at 6:30pm
12/23, 12/30, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
Winter is a time to turn inward — to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what nourishes you most. This five-week series invites you to slow down and root into steady practices that honor stillness while gently awakening your inner light.
Each session offers grounding movement, mindful breath, and rest to help you balance the energy around the holiday season.
Using props and variations, this hatha vinyasa flow welcomes all levels.
Winter Solstice Yoga Series: Returning to the Light with Alana
Winter Solstice Yoga Series:
Returning to the Light
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 12/23 at 6:30pm
12/23, 12/30, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
Winter is a time to turn inward — to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what nourishes you most. This five-week series invites you to slow down and root into steady practices that honor stillness while gently awakening your inner light.
Each session offers grounding movement, mindful breath, and rest to help you balance the energy around the holiday season.
Using props and variations, this hatha vinyasa flow welcomes all levels.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30 + 2/6
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness with Alyson Zilai
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness
with Alyson Zilai
December 13th-January 17th
No Class December 27th
It is more important than ever to hold ourselves gently, which we are not always conditioned to do. Often the fast pace of the world can have an aggressive energy which we can absorb and/or participate in. To create a home in ourselves where we feel safe is an invaluable gift we can give to ourselves to weather it all and live more consciously and fully. This 5-week series will begin with a relaxing sound bath and conclude with a mindfulness meditation sit with an intention to hold ourselves in gentle awareness.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
Holy Fire Reiki 2 Attunement with Dr. Emily
Holy Fire Reiki 2 Attunement Class
Deepen Your Practice & Expand Your Healing Abilities
with Dr. Emily
Saturday 1/3 from 10-4pm
Ready to take your Reiki journey to the next level? Holy Fire Reiki Level 2 builds upon your foundation, introducing powerful sacred symbols and advanced techniques that amplify your healing work and expand your capacity to help others.
What You'll Learn
This intermediate course deepens your connection to Holy Fire energy and equips you with transformative tools for more focused and intentional healing work. You'll receive the Reiki 2 attunement, elevating your energetic frequency and unlocking new dimensions of healing potential.
Core Topics Include:
Receiving your Holy Fire Reiki 2 attunement ceremony
The history and spiritual significance of Reiki symbols
In-depth exploration of mental/emotional healing techniques
Working with energy across time and space
Advanced methods for clearing and balancing chakras
Understanding different healing approaches for various conditions
The Sacred Symbols
The heart of Reiki 2 lies in learning three powerful symbols that enhance and direct healing energy with greater precision and intention.
Each symbol will be taught through demonstration, practice, and experiential learning so you fully understand when and how to apply them effectively.
Hands-On Practice with Others
A major focus of this class is developing confidence and competence in treating others. You'll spend significant time practicing with fellow students in a supportive environment.
Practice Sessions Include:
Conducting full Reiki sessions on others using proper hand positions
Integrating symbols into treatments for specific intentions
Scanning the body to detect energy imbalances
Communicating with clients before, during, and after sessions
Adapting treatments based on individual needs and sensitivities
Practicing professional session protocols and etiquette
Giving and receiving constructive feedback
Building intuition and trusting your guidance during sessions
Building Your Practice
You'll leave this class ready to offer professional-level Reiki sessions with confidence, whether for friends, family, or clients.
Includes: Comprehensive class manual with symbol reference guide, practice sheets, certificate of completion, and continued mentorship as you develop your practice with others.
Prerequisite: Reiki Level 1 certification (from any lineage)
Winter Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Warming the Winter December 28 - February 8th
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter solstice to Spring Equinox.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the need for rest of deep winter and the honoring of more light as the spring equinox approaches.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the winter solstice and spring equinox, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while preparing the seeds for planting in the next season of life.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the rest our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this winter season.
Winter Sunday Prenatal
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter Season December - February 2025
This nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter’s calming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through winter’s nourishing restful energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's reflective nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces winter's wisdom of deep nourishment and rest, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
Sound Bath to Support the Throat Chakra with Shannon Hawley
Sound Bath to Support the Throat Chakra
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
FIRST MONDAY: 1/5 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building with Krista O’Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Total Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 12/16 at 10:30am
12/16, 12/23, 12/30, 1/6
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Winter Solstice Yoga Series: Returning to the Light with Alana
Winter Solstice Yoga Series:
Returning to the Light
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 12/23 at 6:30pm
12/23, 12/30, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
Winter is a time to turn inward — to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what nourishes you most. This five-week series invites you to slow down and root into steady practices that honor stillness while gently awakening your inner light.
Each session offers grounding movement, mindful breath, and rest to help you balance the energy around the holiday season.
Using props and variations, this hatha vinyasa flow welcomes all levels.
Kundalini Yoga Krya for Clarity and Circulation with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya for Clarity and Circulation
Wednesdays (starting 1/7) at 10:30am
1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras. January's Krya for Clarity is about arriving at new perspectives in order to channel forth a clearer awareness. This month we will conclude each class with Kirtan krya. Studies show that practicing Kirtan Kriya for 12 minutes a day can improve cognitive function, including memory and executive function, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Research has also indicated that the practice can lead to cellular changes, such as increasing the enzyme telomerase, which is linked to longevity.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
CPR for Families with Krista O'Dea
CPR for Families with Krista
Wednesday 1/7 at 5:00pm
$45 per person
CPR, or Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, is a helpful skill for families as emergency situations occur unexpectedly.
In this class, you will be taught how to recognize a respiratory arrest and cardiac arrest, how to initiate an emergency response, and how to provide life-saving measures to adults, children, and infants. Choking emergencies and maneuvers are also discussed.
Additionally, we will discuss Traditional Chinese Acupressure points as well as Homeopathic Remedies for Emergencies.
Gain the knowledge and skills to act quickly and effectively in high-stress, emergency situations.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Jan 8 - Feb 12 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30 + 2/6
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness with Alyson Zilai
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness
with Alyson Zilai
December 13th-January 17th
No Class December 27th
It is more important than ever to hold ourselves gently, which we are not always conditioned to do. Often the fast pace of the world can have an aggressive energy which we can absorb and/or participate in. To create a home in ourselves where we feel safe is an invaluable gift we can give to ourselves to weather it all and live more consciously and fully. This 5-week series will begin with a relaxing sound bath and conclude with a mindfulness meditation sit with an intention to hold ourselves in gentle awareness.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
85-Hr Hybrid Prenatal YTT
Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training: Supporting the Journey from Conception to Postpartum
85-Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Certification Program
Led by Expert Faculty: Licensed Midwife Karen Carola and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Emily Bessemer
Saturdays in Person + Wednesdays 6-8:30pm on Zoom
An 6 Month Hybrid Training:
Saturdays in Person 10-6pm: 1/10, 2/7, 3/28, 5/9
Graduation: 6/13
VIRTUAL Wednesdays (6:00-8:30pm): 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/11, 3/25, 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Program Overview
Transform your teaching practice and expand your expertise with our comprehensive 85-hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training program. This Yoga Alliance approved certification equips yoga teachers with the specialized knowledge and skills to safely and effectively guide women through their pregnancy journey and beyond.
What sets our training apart is our unique faculty team, combining the wisdom of midwifery with the clinical expertise of pelvic floor physical therapy.
Why Choose This Training?
Our program goes beyond standard prenatal yoga certifications by integrating evidence-based medical knowledge with time-honored yoga practices.
You'll learn directly from experienced healthcare professionals who understand the physiological and emotional transformations of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.
What You'll Learn
Prenatal Anatomy & Physiology: Comprehensive understanding of the changes in a woman's body throughout pregnancy
Trimester-Specific Yoga Sequences: Safe and effective asana practices tailored to each stage of pregnancy
Pelvic Floor Health: Advanced knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and function from a physical therapy perspective
Birth Preparation: Yoga techniques to prepare for labor and delivery, taught by an experienced midwife
Postpartum Recovery: Evidence-based approaches to support healing and strength-building after birth
Modifications & Props: Creative use of props and posture adaptations for varying body types and pregnancy conditions
Common Pregnancy Complaints: Yoga therapeutics for addressing discomforts like back pain, swelling, and insomnia
Breathing & Meditation: Specialized pranayama and mindfulness practices for pregnancy, labor, and motherhood
The Yogic Perspective: Integrating yogic philosophy and lifestyle wisdom for the childbearing year
Business of Prenatal Yoga: Practical guidance on marketing, liability considerations, and building a specialized teaching practice
Program Structure
The 85-hour curriculum includes:
40 hours of in-person instruction, practice teaching, and interactive workshops.
35 hours of LIVE Virtual Training, Lectures + Titrated information over time.
10 hours of self-study, assigned readings, and final sequence development
Ongoing mentorship and community support
Teaching Faculty
Our distinguished faculty brings together two essential perspectives:
Karen Carola is a licensed midwife with 30+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth. She combines her clinical expertise with a deep personal yoga practice spanning 20+ years.
Emily Bessemer specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and women's health physical therapy. With 10+ years of clinical practice and specialized training in prenatal and postpartum care, she brings invaluable insight into the biomechanics of the changing pregnant body.
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:
Registered yoga teachers (200-hour minimum) seeking specialization
Birth professionals wanting to incorporate yoga into their practice
Women's health practitioners interested in holistic approaches to prenatal care
Experienced yoga practitioners planning to work with pregnant populations
Certification & Benefits
Upon successful completion, graduates receive:
85-hour specialized certification recognized by Yoga Alliance
Comprehensive training manual
Investment: $2,200, includes all materials and certification fees
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Payment plans available upon request. Email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Ready to Expand Your Teaching Journey?
Transform your teaching and make a profound difference in the lives of expectant and new mothers.
Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and optimal learning.
Contact: Emily Bessemer - emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Winter Solstice Yoga Series: Returning to the Light with Alana
Winter Solstice Yoga Series:
Returning to the Light
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 12/23 at 6:30pm
12/23, 12/30, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
Winter is a time to turn inward — to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what nourishes you most. This five-week series invites you to slow down and root into steady practices that honor stillness while gently awakening your inner light.
Each session offers grounding movement, mindful breath, and rest to help you balance the energy around the holiday season.
Using props and variations, this hatha vinyasa flow welcomes all levels.
Kundalini Yoga: Krya for Clarity and Circulation with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya for Clarity and Circulation
Wednesdays (starting 1/7) at 10:30am
1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras. January's Krya for Clarity is about arriving at new perspectives in order to channel forth a clearer awareness. This month we will conclude each class with Kirtan krya. Studies show that practicing Kirtan Kriya for 12 minutes a day can improve cognitive function, including memory and executive function, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Research has also indicated that the practice can lead to cellular changes, such as increasing the enzyme telomerase, which is linked to longevity.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Jan 8 - Feb 12 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30 + 2/6
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness with Alyson Zilai
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness
with Alyson Zilai
December 13th-January 17th
No Class December 27th
It is more important than ever to hold ourselves gently, which we are not always conditioned to do. Often the fast pace of the world can have an aggressive energy which we can absorb and/or participate in. To create a home in ourselves where we feel safe is an invaluable gift we can give to ourselves to weather it all and live more consciously and fully. This 5-week series will begin with a relaxing sound bath and conclude with a mindfulness meditation sit with an intention to hold ourselves in gentle awareness.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Winter Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Warming the Winter December 28 - February 8th
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter solstice to Spring Equinox.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the need for rest of deep winter and the honoring of more light as the spring equinox approaches.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the winter solstice and spring equinox, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while preparing the seeds for planting in the next season of life.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the rest our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this winter season.
Winter Sunday Prenatal
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter Season December - February 2025
This nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter’s calming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through winter’s nourishing restful energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's reflective nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces winter's wisdom of deep nourishment and rest, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
Strong Woman: Abs & Upper Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 1/20 at 10:30am
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class. Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
Winter Solstice Yoga Series: Returning to the Light with Alana
Winter Solstice Yoga Series:
Returning to the Light
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 12/23 at 6:30pm
12/23, 12/30, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
Winter is a time to turn inward — to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what nourishes you most. This five-week series invites you to slow down and root into steady practices that honor stillness while gently awakening your inner light.
Each session offers grounding movement, mindful breath, and rest to help you balance the energy around the holiday season.
Using props and variations, this hatha vinyasa flow welcomes all levels.
Kundalini Yoga: Krya for Clarity and Circulation with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya for Clarity and Circulation
Wednesdays (starting 1/7) at 10:30am
1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras. January's Krya for Clarity is about arriving at new perspectives in order to channel forth a clearer awareness. This month we will conclude each class with Kirtan krya. Studies show that practicing Kirtan Kriya for 12 minutes a day can improve cognitive function, including memory and executive function, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Research has also indicated that the practice can lead to cellular changes, such as increasing the enzyme telomerase, which is linked to longevity.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Prenatal Training with Krista O'Dea
Prenatal Labor Training & Visualization
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 1/21 at 5:00pm
1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11
$75 for the full series
Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!
Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor. Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose. We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor.
Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quite the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work. Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.
Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Jan 8 - Feb 12 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30 + 2/6
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness with Alyson Zilai
A Mindful Meditation Series on Gentleness
with Alyson Zilai
December 13th-January 17th
No Class December 27th
It is more important than ever to hold ourselves gently, which we are not always conditioned to do. Often the fast pace of the world can have an aggressive energy which we can absorb and/or participate in. To create a home in ourselves where we feel safe is an invaluable gift we can give to ourselves to weather it all and live more consciously and fully. This 5-week series will begin with a relaxing sound bath and conclude with a mindfulness meditation sit with an intention to hold ourselves in gentle awareness.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
Winter Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Warming the Winter December 28 - February 8th
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter solstice to Spring Equinox.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the need for rest of deep winter and the honoring of more light as the spring equinox approaches.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the winter solstice and spring equinox, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while preparing the seeds for planting in the next season of life.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the rest our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this winter season.
Winter Sunday Prenatal
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter Season December - February 2025
This nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter’s calming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through winter’s nourishing restful energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's reflective nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces winter's wisdom of deep nourishment and rest, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
Sound Bath to Support the Throat Chakra with Shannon Hawley
Sound Bath to Support the Throat Chakra
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
LAST MONDAY: 1/26 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman: Abs & Upper Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 1/20 at 10:30am
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class. Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
Kundalini Yoga: Krya for Clarity and Circulation with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya for Clarity and Circulation
Wednesdays (starting 1/7) at 10:30am
1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras. January's Krya for Clarity is about arriving at new perspectives in order to channel forth a clearer awareness. This month we will conclude each class with Kirtan krya. Studies show that practicing Kirtan Kriya for 12 minutes a day can improve cognitive function, including memory and executive function, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Research has also indicated that the practice can lead to cellular changes, such as increasing the enzyme telomerase, which is linked to longevity.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Prenatal Training with Krista O'Dea
Prenatal Labor Training & Visualization
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 1/21 at 5:00pm
1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11
$75 for the full series
Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!
Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor. Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose. We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor.
Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quite the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work. Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.
Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Jan 8 - Feb 12 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30 + 2/6
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Winter Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Warming the Winter December 28 - February 8th
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter solstice to Spring Equinox.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the need for rest of deep winter and the honoring of more light as the spring equinox approaches.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the winter solstice and spring equinox, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while preparing the seeds for planting in the next season of life.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the rest our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this winter season.
Winter Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Warming the Winter December 28 - February 8th
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter solstice to Spring Equinox.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the need for rest of deep winter and the honoring of more light as the spring equinox approaches.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the winter solstice and spring equinox, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while preparing the seeds for planting in the next season of life.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the rest our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this winter season.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Sound Bath to Support Your Intuition and Imagination with Shannon Hawley
Sound Bath to Support Your Intuition and Imagination
Sound Bath to Support the Third Eye
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
FIRST MONDAY: 2/2 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman: Abs & Upper Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 1/20 at 10:30am
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class. Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
From Earth to Air: Awakening with the Seasons with Alana
From Earth to Air:
Awakening with the Seasons
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 2/3 at 6:30pm
2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
As winter’s stillness begins to soften and the first signs of spring whisper through the air, this 6 week Hatha Vinyasa series invites you to awaken from deep rest and gently reawaken.
Each week will guide you from grounding earth energy toward the light, airy expansiveness of the spring equinox.
With a balance of mindful movement, breath work, and rest, we’ll explore the shift from stability to uplift—rooting down to rise up.
Props and options will make each class accessible for every body and level of experience.
Kundalini Yoga: Krya of Intuition with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya of Intuition
Wednesdays (starting 2/4) at 10:30am
2/4,2/11, 2/18, 2/25
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
February's krya of Intuition is a powerful one! This month is a practice to hone your own intuition and all-knowingness.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Prenatal Training with Krista O'Dea
Prenatal Labor Training & Visualization
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 1/21 at 5:00pm
1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11
$75 for the full series
Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!
Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor. Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose. We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor.
Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quite the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work. Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.
Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Jan 8 - Feb 12 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30 + 2/6
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
85-Hr Hybrid Prenatal YTT
Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training: Supporting the Journey from Conception to Postpartum
85-Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Certification Program
Led by Expert Faculty: Licensed Midwife Karen Carola and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Emily Bessemer
Saturdays in Person + Wednesdays 6-8:30pm on Zoom
An 6 Month Hybrid Training:
Saturdays in Person 10-6pm: 1/10, 2/7, 3/28, 5/9
Graduation: 6/13
VIRTUAL Wednesdays (6:00-8:30pm): 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/11, 3/25, 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Program Overview
Transform your teaching practice and expand your expertise with our comprehensive 85-hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training program. This Yoga Alliance approved certification equips yoga teachers with the specialized knowledge and skills to safely and effectively guide women through their pregnancy journey and beyond.
What sets our training apart is our unique faculty team, combining the wisdom of midwifery with the clinical expertise of pelvic floor physical therapy.
Why Choose This Training?
Our program goes beyond standard prenatal yoga certifications by integrating evidence-based medical knowledge with time-honored yoga practices.
You'll learn directly from experienced healthcare professionals who understand the physiological and emotional transformations of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.
What You'll Learn
Prenatal Anatomy & Physiology: Comprehensive understanding of the changes in a woman's body throughout pregnancy
Trimester-Specific Yoga Sequences: Safe and effective asana practices tailored to each stage of pregnancy
Pelvic Floor Health: Advanced knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and function from a physical therapy perspective
Birth Preparation: Yoga techniques to prepare for labor and delivery, taught by an experienced midwife
Postpartum Recovery: Evidence-based approaches to support healing and strength-building after birth
Modifications & Props: Creative use of props and posture adaptations for varying body types and pregnancy conditions
Common Pregnancy Complaints: Yoga therapeutics for addressing discomforts like back pain, swelling, and insomnia
Breathing & Meditation: Specialized pranayama and mindfulness practices for pregnancy, labor, and motherhood
The Yogic Perspective: Integrating yogic philosophy and lifestyle wisdom for the childbearing year
Business of Prenatal Yoga: Practical guidance on marketing, liability considerations, and building a specialized teaching practice
Program Structure
The 85-hour curriculum includes:
40 hours of in-person instruction, practice teaching, and interactive workshops.
35 hours of LIVE Virtual Training, Lectures + Titrated information over time.
10 hours of self-study, assigned readings, and final sequence development
Ongoing mentorship and community support
Teaching Faculty
Our distinguished faculty brings together two essential perspectives:
Karen Carola is a licensed midwife with 30+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth. She combines her clinical expertise with a deep personal yoga practice spanning 20+ years.
Emily Bessemer specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and women's health physical therapy. With 10+ years of clinical practice and specialized training in prenatal and postpartum care, she brings invaluable insight into the biomechanics of the changing pregnant body.
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:
Registered yoga teachers (200-hour minimum) seeking specialization
Birth professionals wanting to incorporate yoga into their practice
Women's health practitioners interested in holistic approaches to prenatal care
Experienced yoga practitioners planning to work with pregnant populations
Certification & Benefits
Upon successful completion, graduates receive:
85-hour specialized certification recognized by Yoga Alliance
Comprehensive training manual
Investment: $2,200, includes all materials and certification fees
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Payment plans available upon request. Email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Ready to Expand Your Teaching Journey?
Transform your teaching and make a profound difference in the lives of expectant and new mothers.
Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and optimal learning.
Contact: Emily Bessemer - emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Winter Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Warming the Winter December 28 - February 8th
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter solstice to Spring Equinox.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the need for rest of deep winter and the honoring of more light as the spring equinox approaches.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the winter solstice and spring equinox, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while preparing the seeds for planting in the next season of life.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the rest our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this winter season.
Winter Sunday Prenatal
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
12/28, 1/4, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1 + 2/8
No class 1/11
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Winter Season December - February 2025
This nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around winter’s calming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through winter’s nourishing restful energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's reflective nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces winter's wisdom of deep nourishment and rest, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
Breastfeeding Basics with Kim Guccione
Breastfeeding Basics
with Kim Guccione
Sunday 2/8 at 12pm
Prenatal Education for Expecting Parents
120-minute in-person class
Ideal between 27–32 weeks of pregnancy
This thoughtfully designed class prepares expecting mothers (and their partners!) to begin breastfeeding with confidence and clarity.
Together, we’ll:
✔️ Set realistic expectations for the early days and weeks postpartum
✔️ Discuss essential breastfeeding techniques and latch basics
✔️ Identify ways to incorporate breastfeeding into your birth and postpartum plans
In our culture, we tend to prepare extensively for birth—yet often take a “wait and see” approach to feeding. While every baby and breastfeeding journey is unique, learning the basics of how lactation works before baby arrives can make all the difference.
This class provides foundational knowledge and hands-on guidance to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported from day one.
✨ Partners are encouraged to attend — their involvement plays a huge role in the breastfeeding experience.
✨ Includes access to online resources for continued support and reference after birth.
Strong Woman: Abs & Upper Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 1/20 at 10:30am
1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class. Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
From Earth to Air: Awakening with the Seasons with Alana
From Earth to Air:
Awakening with the Seasons
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 2/3 at 6:30pm
2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
As winter’s stillness begins to soften and the first signs of spring whisper through the air, this 6 week Hatha Vinyasa series invites you to awaken from deep rest and gently reawaken.
Each week will guide you from grounding earth energy toward the light, airy expansiveness of the spring equinox.
With a balance of mindful movement, breath work, and rest, we’ll explore the shift from stability to uplift—rooting down to rise up.
Props and options will make each class accessible for every body and level of experience.
Kundalini Yoga: Krya of Intuition with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya of Intuition
Wednesdays (starting 2/4) at 10:30am
2/4,2/11, 2/18, 2/25
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
February's krya of Intuition is a powerful one! This month is a practice to hone your own intuition and all-knowingness.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Prenatal Training with Krista O'Dea
Prenatal Labor Training & Visualization
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 1/21 at 5:00pm
1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11
$75 for the full series
Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!
Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor. Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose. We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor.
Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quite the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work. Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.
Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Jan 8 - Feb 12 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
From Earth to Air: Awakening with the Seasons with Alana
From Earth to Air:
Awakening with the Seasons
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 2/3 at 6:30pm
2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
As winter’s stillness begins to soften and the first signs of spring whisper through the air, this 6 week Hatha Vinyasa series invites you to awaken from deep rest and gently reawaken.
Each week will guide you from grounding earth energy toward the light, airy expansiveness of the spring equinox.
With a balance of mindful movement, breath work, and rest, we’ll explore the shift from stability to uplift—rooting down to rise up.
Props and options will make each class accessible for every body and level of experience.
Kundalini Yoga: Krya of Intuition with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya of Intuition
Wednesdays (starting 2/4) at 10:30am
2/4,2/11, 2/18, 2/25
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
February's krya of Intuition is a powerful one! This month is a practice to hone your own intuition and all-knowingness.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Sunday Flow
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Transitioning To Spring!
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter and spring equinox to Ostara !
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to shake off the depths of winter and thaw out in the movement of spring time energy.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time os spring seasonal shift, you'll learn to warm up and prepare for the season of planting and blooming!
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the magic our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this early spring season.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Transition to Spring!
This mindful prenatal yoga series is designed around spring’s warming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through spring’s enlightening energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's active nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces springs wisdom of deep nourishment and rest while transitioning in to the utilization of this energy for balance and harmony, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Sound Bath to Support Your Intuition and Imagination with Shannon Hawley
Sound Bath to Support Your Intuition and Imagination
Sound Bath to Support the Third Eye
at EmBodied
First and Last Mondays of the month
LAST MONDAY: 2/23 at 6:30pm
6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath
Space is limited please register in advanced.
A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.
Emotional
Improved mood and emotional intelligence
Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness
Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity
Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance
Improved resilience against pain and adversity
Physical
Improved immune system and energy level
Improved breaking and heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma
Mental
Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity
Increased memory retention and recall
Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking
This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation. A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels. For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well. The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery.
Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body. The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves. These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing. Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body.
A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process
Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states.
Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.
Strong Woman: Abs & Lower Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 2/24 at 10:30am
2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
From Earth to Air: Awakening with the Seasons with Alana
From Earth to Air:
Awakening with the Seasons
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 2/3 at 6:30pm
2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
As winter’s stillness begins to soften and the first signs of spring whisper through the air, this 6 week Hatha Vinyasa series invites you to awaken from deep rest and gently reawaken.
Each week will guide you from grounding earth energy toward the light, airy expansiveness of the spring equinox.
With a balance of mindful movement, breath work, and rest, we’ll explore the shift from stability to uplift—rooting down to rise up.
Props and options will make each class accessible for every body and level of experience.
Kundalini Yoga: Krya of Intuition with Shannon Hawley
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Krya of Intuition
Wednesdays (starting 2/4) at 10:30am
2/4,2/11, 2/18, 2/25
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is somatics, movement meditation, and a method to alchemize emotions and deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
February's krya of Intuition is a powerful one! This month is a practice to hone your own intuition and all-knowingness.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Writing a Birth Plan with Krista O'Dea
Writing a Birth Plan:
Family Advocacy During Birth & Beyond
with Krista O'Dea
Wednesday 12/17 at 5pm
We will begin this workshop with a meditation to set your intentions and gain clarity on how you want your dream birth and postpartum to unfold.
This process helps you align with your desires and determine what is most important to you – your non-negotiables. We will write two birth plans.
One plan will be just for you: incorporating everything you wish for your ultimate birth and postpartum experience.
The second plan will be specifically for your support team: succinct and to the point focusing on your values instead of specific checklists so your team will know exactly how to best nurture and support you when needed.
In this class we will discuss ways to speak to staff, how to respectfully ask for what you want, and other tips to ensure your birth is family centered.
Did you know that dad’s and partners hold the charge at birth? All interventions can be approved or denied through Dad. While you travel into deep altered states to birth your baby, your partner is your best advocate for your non-negotiables. After all, who is ultimately responsible for this new baby once home? Dad’s are an integral part of the birthing process and should be supported in their role.
Bring a pen and journal or your laptop/tablet – however you enjoy transcribing your thoughts.
(Class is priced per couple)
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Feb 26 - Apr 2 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Sunday Flow
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Transitioning To Spring!
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter and spring equinox to Ostara !
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to shake off the depths of winter and thaw out in the movement of spring time energy.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time os spring seasonal shift, you'll learn to warm up and prepare for the season of planting and blooming!
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the magic our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this early spring season.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Transition to Spring!
This mindful prenatal yoga series is designed around spring’s warming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through spring’s enlightening energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's active nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces springs wisdom of deep nourishment and rest while transitioning in to the utilization of this energy for balance and harmony, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
Strong Woman: Abs & Lower Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 2/24 at 10:30am
2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
From Earth to Air: Awakening with the Seasons with Alana
From Earth to Air:
Awakening with the Seasons
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 2/3 at 6:30pm
2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
As winter’s stillness begins to soften and the first signs of spring whisper through the air, this 6 week Hatha Vinyasa series invites you to awaken from deep rest and gently reawaken.
Each week will guide you from grounding earth energy toward the light, airy expansiveness of the spring equinox.
With a balance of mindful movement, breath work, and rest, we’ll explore the shift from stability to uplift—rooting down to rise up.
Props and options will make each class accessible for every body and level of experience.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Feb 26 - Apr 2 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Sunday Flow
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Transitioning To Spring!
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter and spring equinox to Ostara !
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to shake off the depths of winter and thaw out in the movement of spring time energy.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time os spring seasonal shift, you'll learn to warm up and prepare for the season of planting and blooming!
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the magic our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this early spring season.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Transition to Spring!
This mindful prenatal yoga series is designed around spring’s warming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through spring’s enlightening energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's active nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces springs wisdom of deep nourishment and rest while transitioning in to the utilization of this energy for balance and harmony, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Strong Woman: Abs & Lower Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 2/24 at 10:30am
2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
From Earth to Air: Awakening with the Seasons with Alana
From Earth to Air:
Awakening with the Seasons
with Alana Bongiovi
Tuesdays starting 2/3 at 6:30pm
2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
$100 for full series, $25 / drop in
As winter’s stillness begins to soften and the first signs of spring whisper through the air, this 6 week Hatha Vinyasa series invites you to awaken from deep rest and gently reawaken.
Each week will guide you from grounding earth energy toward the light, airy expansiveness of the spring equinox.
With a balance of mindful movement, breath work, and rest, we’ll explore the shift from stability to uplift—rooting down to rise up.
Props and options will make each class accessible for every body and level of experience.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Feb 26 - Apr 2 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Sunday Flow
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Transitioning To Spring!
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter and spring equinox to Ostara !
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to shake off the depths of winter and thaw out in the movement of spring time energy.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time os spring seasonal shift, you'll learn to warm up and prepare for the season of planting and blooming!
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the magic our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this early spring season.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Transition to Spring!
This mindful prenatal yoga series is designed around spring’s warming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through spring’s enlightening energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's active nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces springs wisdom of deep nourishment and rest while transitioning in to the utilization of this energy for balance and harmony, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
Strong Woman: Abs & Lower Body with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Lower Body:
Building Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 2/24 at 10:30am
2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17
$75 for the full series
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you! This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing. These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body. We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Feb 26 - Apr 2 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Sunday Flow
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Transitioning To Spring!
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter and spring equinox to Ostara !
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to shake off the depths of winter and thaw out in the movement of spring time energy.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time os spring seasonal shift, you'll learn to warm up and prepare for the season of planting and blooming!
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the magic our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this early spring season.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Transition to Spring!
This mindful prenatal yoga series is designed around spring’s warming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through spring’s enlightening energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's active nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces springs wisdom of deep nourishment and rest while transitioning in to the utilization of this energy for balance and harmony, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Feb 26 - Apr 2 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
85-Hr Hybrid Prenatal YTT
Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training: Supporting the Journey from Conception to Postpartum
85-Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Certification Program
Led by Expert Faculty: Licensed Midwife Karen Carola and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Emily Bessemer
Saturdays in Person + Wednesdays 6-8:30pm on Zoom
An 6 Month Hybrid Training:
Saturdays in Person 10-6pm: 1/10, 2/7, 3/28, 5/9
Graduation: 6/13
VIRTUAL Wednesdays (6:00-8:30pm): 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/11, 3/25, 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Program Overview
Transform your teaching practice and expand your expertise with our comprehensive 85-hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training program. This Yoga Alliance approved certification equips yoga teachers with the specialized knowledge and skills to safely and effectively guide women through their pregnancy journey and beyond.
What sets our training apart is our unique faculty team, combining the wisdom of midwifery with the clinical expertise of pelvic floor physical therapy.
Why Choose This Training?
Our program goes beyond standard prenatal yoga certifications by integrating evidence-based medical knowledge with time-honored yoga practices.
You'll learn directly from experienced healthcare professionals who understand the physiological and emotional transformations of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.
What You'll Learn
Prenatal Anatomy & Physiology: Comprehensive understanding of the changes in a woman's body throughout pregnancy
Trimester-Specific Yoga Sequences: Safe and effective asana practices tailored to each stage of pregnancy
Pelvic Floor Health: Advanced knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and function from a physical therapy perspective
Birth Preparation: Yoga techniques to prepare for labor and delivery, taught by an experienced midwife
Postpartum Recovery: Evidence-based approaches to support healing and strength-building after birth
Modifications & Props: Creative use of props and posture adaptations for varying body types and pregnancy conditions
Common Pregnancy Complaints: Yoga therapeutics for addressing discomforts like back pain, swelling, and insomnia
Breathing & Meditation: Specialized pranayama and mindfulness practices for pregnancy, labor, and motherhood
The Yogic Perspective: Integrating yogic philosophy and lifestyle wisdom for the childbearing year
Business of Prenatal Yoga: Practical guidance on marketing, liability considerations, and building a specialized teaching practice
Program Structure
The 85-hour curriculum includes:
40 hours of in-person instruction, practice teaching, and interactive workshops.
35 hours of LIVE Virtual Training, Lectures + Titrated information over time.
10 hours of self-study, assigned readings, and final sequence development
Ongoing mentorship and community support
Teaching Faculty
Our distinguished faculty brings together two essential perspectives:
Karen Carola is a licensed midwife with 30+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth. She combines her clinical expertise with a deep personal yoga practice spanning 20+ years.
Emily Bessemer specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and women's health physical therapy. With 10+ years of clinical practice and specialized training in prenatal and postpartum care, she brings invaluable insight into the biomechanics of the changing pregnant body.
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:
Registered yoga teachers (200-hour minimum) seeking specialization
Birth professionals wanting to incorporate yoga into their practice
Women's health practitioners interested in holistic approaches to prenatal care
Experienced yoga practitioners planning to work with pregnant populations
Certification & Benefits
Upon successful completion, graduates receive:
85-hour specialized certification recognized by Yoga Alliance
Comprehensive training manual
Investment: $2,200, includes all materials and certification fees
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Payment plans available upon request. Email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Ready to Expand Your Teaching Journey?
Transform your teaching and make a profound difference in the lives of expectant and new mothers.
Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and optimal learning.
Contact: Emily Bessemer - emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Sunday Flow
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Transitioning To Spring!
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from winter and spring equinox to Ostara !
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to shake off the depths of winter and thaw out in the movement of spring time energy.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time os spring seasonal shift, you'll learn to warm up and prepare for the season of planting and blooming!
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to honor the magic our body needs in this turn of the wheel.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready for deep nourishment this early spring season.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 + 3/29
$125 for full 6-week series
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Transition to Spring!
This mindful prenatal yoga series is designed around spring’s warming energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through spring’s enlightening energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's active nature, we'll focus on creating warmth and safety in the body as the season moves from darkest days to addition of more light.
This practice embraces springs wisdom of deep nourishment and rest while transitioning in to the utilization of this energy for balance and harmony, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
Feb 26 - Apr 2 (6 weeks)
Start your Thursday with a gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
85-Hr Hybrid Prenatal YTT
Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training: Supporting the Journey from Conception to Postpartum
85-Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Certification Program
Led by Expert Faculty: Licensed Midwife Karen Carola and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Emily Bessemer
Saturdays in Person + Wednesdays 6-8:30pm on Zoom
An 6 Month Hybrid Training:
Saturdays in Person 10-6pm: 1/10, 2/7, 3/28, 5/9
Graduation: 6/13
VIRTUAL Wednesdays (6:00-8:30pm): 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/11, 3/25, 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Program Overview
Transform your teaching practice and expand your expertise with our comprehensive 85-hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training program. This Yoga Alliance approved certification equips yoga teachers with the specialized knowledge and skills to safely and effectively guide women through their pregnancy journey and beyond.
What sets our training apart is our unique faculty team, combining the wisdom of midwifery with the clinical expertise of pelvic floor physical therapy.
Why Choose This Training?
Our program goes beyond standard prenatal yoga certifications by integrating evidence-based medical knowledge with time-honored yoga practices.
You'll learn directly from experienced healthcare professionals who understand the physiological and emotional transformations of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.
What You'll Learn
Prenatal Anatomy & Physiology: Comprehensive understanding of the changes in a woman's body throughout pregnancy
Trimester-Specific Yoga Sequences: Safe and effective asana practices tailored to each stage of pregnancy
Pelvic Floor Health: Advanced knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and function from a physical therapy perspective
Birth Preparation: Yoga techniques to prepare for labor and delivery, taught by an experienced midwife
Postpartum Recovery: Evidence-based approaches to support healing and strength-building after birth
Modifications & Props: Creative use of props and posture adaptations for varying body types and pregnancy conditions
Common Pregnancy Complaints: Yoga therapeutics for addressing discomforts like back pain, swelling, and insomnia
Breathing & Meditation: Specialized pranayama and mindfulness practices for pregnancy, labor, and motherhood
The Yogic Perspective: Integrating yogic philosophy and lifestyle wisdom for the childbearing year
Business of Prenatal Yoga: Practical guidance on marketing, liability considerations, and building a specialized teaching practice
Program Structure
The 85-hour curriculum includes:
40 hours of in-person instruction, practice teaching, and interactive workshops.
35 hours of LIVE Virtual Training, Lectures + Titrated information over time.
10 hours of self-study, assigned readings, and final sequence development
Ongoing mentorship and community support
Teaching Faculty
Our distinguished faculty brings together two essential perspectives:
Karen Carola is a licensed midwife with 30+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth. She combines her clinical expertise with a deep personal yoga practice spanning 20+ years.
Emily Bessemer specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and women's health physical therapy. With 10+ years of clinical practice and specialized training in prenatal and postpartum care, she brings invaluable insight into the biomechanics of the changing pregnant body.
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:
Registered yoga teachers (200-hour minimum) seeking specialization
Birth professionals wanting to incorporate yoga into their practice
Women's health practitioners interested in holistic approaches to prenatal care
Experienced yoga practitioners planning to work with pregnant populations
Certification & Benefits
Upon successful completion, graduates receive:
85-hour specialized certification recognized by Yoga Alliance
Comprehensive training manual
Investment: $2,200, includes all materials and certification fees
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Payment plans available upon request. Email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Ready to Expand Your Teaching Journey?
Transform your teaching and make a profound difference in the lives of expectant and new mothers.
Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and optimal learning.
Contact: Emily Bessemer - emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
200-Hour Collaborative Teacher Training
Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025
on sale until 7/1/2025
Training Highlights
Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:
Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention
Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation
Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist
Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology
Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes
Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students
Curriculum Components
Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice
Philosophy and history of yoga traditions
Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills
Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations
Voice cultivation and effective communication
Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development
Practicum sessions with constructive feedback
Personal practice development
What Makes Our Training Unique
This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.
Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.
Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6
10/24-10/26
11/14-11/16
12/5-12/7
12/19-12/21
1/16-1/18
1/30-2/1
2/20-2/22
3/6-3/8
3/20-3/22
4/17-4/19
5/1-5/3
5/15-5/17
Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Interested in applying: Find Application Here
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
85-Hr Hybrid Prenatal YTT: Graduation !
Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training: Supporting the Journey from Conception to Postpartum
85-Hour Yoga Alliance Approved Certification Program
Led by Expert Faculty: Licensed Midwife Karen Carola and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Emily Bessemer
Saturdays in Person + Wednesdays 6-8:30pm on Zoom
An 6 Month Hybrid Training:
Saturdays in Person 10-6pm: 1/10, 2/7, 3/28, 5/9
Graduation: 6/13
VIRTUAL Wednesdays (6:00-8:30pm): 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/11, 3/25, 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Program Overview
Transform your teaching practice and expand your expertise with our comprehensive 85-hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training program. This Yoga Alliance approved certification equips yoga teachers with the specialized knowledge and skills to safely and effectively guide women through their pregnancy journey and beyond.
What sets our training apart is our unique faculty team, combining the wisdom of midwifery with the clinical expertise of pelvic floor physical therapy.
Why Choose This Training?
Our program goes beyond standard prenatal yoga certifications by integrating evidence-based medical knowledge with time-honored yoga practices.
You'll learn directly from experienced healthcare professionals who understand the physiological and emotional transformations of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.
What You'll Learn
Prenatal Anatomy & Physiology: Comprehensive understanding of the changes in a woman's body throughout pregnancy
Trimester-Specific Yoga Sequences: Safe and effective asana practices tailored to each stage of pregnancy
Pelvic Floor Health: Advanced knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and function from a physical therapy perspective
Birth Preparation: Yoga techniques to prepare for labor and delivery, taught by an experienced midwife
Postpartum Recovery: Evidence-based approaches to support healing and strength-building after birth
Modifications & Props: Creative use of props and posture adaptations for varying body types and pregnancy conditions
Common Pregnancy Complaints: Yoga therapeutics for addressing discomforts like back pain, swelling, and insomnia
Breathing & Meditation: Specialized pranayama and mindfulness practices for pregnancy, labor, and motherhood
The Yogic Perspective: Integrating yogic philosophy and lifestyle wisdom for the childbearing year
Business of Prenatal Yoga: Practical guidance on marketing, liability considerations, and building a specialized teaching practice
Program Structure
The 85-hour curriculum includes:
40 hours of in-person instruction, practice teaching, and interactive workshops.
35 hours of LIVE Virtual Training, Lectures + Titrated information over time.
10 hours of self-study, assigned readings, and final sequence development
Ongoing mentorship and community support
Teaching Faculty
Our distinguished faculty brings together two essential perspectives:
Karen Carola is a licensed midwife with 30+ years of experience supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth. She combines her clinical expertise with a deep personal yoga practice spanning 20+ years.
Emily Bessemer specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and women's health physical therapy. With 10+ years of clinical practice and specialized training in prenatal and postpartum care, she brings invaluable insight into the biomechanics of the changing pregnant body.
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:
Registered yoga teachers (200-hour minimum) seeking specialization
Birth professionals wanting to incorporate yoga into their practice
Women's health practitioners interested in holistic approaches to prenatal care
Experienced yoga practitioners planning to work with pregnant populations
Certification & Benefits
Upon successful completion, graduates receive:
85-hour specialized certification recognized by Yoga Alliance
Comprehensive training manual
Investment: $2,200, includes all materials and certification fees
4, 6 and 12 month payment plans available *
Payment plans available upon request. Email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
Ready to Expand Your Teaching Journey?
Transform your teaching and make a profound difference in the lives of expectant and new mothers.
Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and optimal learning.
Contact: Emily Bessemer - emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com
AromaPoint Master ( A 9-Month Container ) with Dr. Emily
AromaPoint Mastery
(a 9 Month Container)
with Dr. Emily Bessemer
Root Deeper. Expand Higher.
Enrollment is open!
Live In Person sessions begin Monday 10/20 at 6:30pm
1 Monday in person at EmBodied/Month (Every 3rd Monday):
10/20, 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/13, 5/18, 6/15
1 Virtual 90 minute “Office Hours” / month
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Allow Your Passion for Essential Oils to Guide Soul-Level Change and Joyous Transformation for You and Your Community
Follow Your Calling
Let Your Love of the Oils Lead the Way
Discover Your TrueVoice
Journey to Your Empowered Self
Evolutionary * Interactive
Strengthen who you are
Build confidence in what you offer
Grow your capacity to transmit what you love
Aroma Point Mastery: Transformation and Soulful Facilitation Through Essential Oils
The APM Program takes place over 9-months and will leave you positively changed for life.
This isn't just another training, this is a journey of self to Self: A journey of integrations and creations. It's an opportunity to gestate and birth the next expression of yourself in the world, with loving Guidance and Community support.
Aroma Point Mastery gives you the knowledge to powerfully combine both key acupoints and essential oils to transform imbalance on the physical, emotional, and mental levels for adults, children, and teens.
You can help transform trans-generational trauma for those who want and need it.
Each month introduces a theme with specific protocols to guide us with reflecting and tuning into ourselves as we learn how to discern and profoundly understand what is really going on in our emotional, physical, and mental bodies so that we may honor what we need.
The themes allow us to fine tune our intuition and connection to ourselves, which opens access to a more expansive wisdom with a broader perspective of our lives and the world. This in turn allows us to become more present and compassionate towards ourselves and others as well.
This modality magnifies and clarifies your oil infused creations; helping them to be and become effective ‘change agents’ in the world.
Some take this journey for themselves and their family, others have a desire for professional enhancement.
You will learn Chinese and Energetic Medicine principles that help to build your confidence, clarity and intuition in regards to use of essential oils in today's world.
Here’s What Aroma Point Mastery Training Includes...Aroma Point Therapy (APT) techniques that amplify any holistic healing arts modality. You become a level one Aroma Point Therapy certificate holder.
Energetic assessments that bridge the logical and intuitive for more holistic understanding
Inner Nature of Essential Oils
Inner Nature of Key Acupoints
Brilliant protocols for the most common energetic imbalances
Potent sequences for energy center balancing & for each season
Opportunity to discover or refine your own protocols and treatments
Charts and templates for your classes or client sessions“Emergent” teaching style: This cultivates empowerment and community instead of dominator hierarchy and boredomSoul ‘diagnostics’ and understanding the framework for working with the oils at a Soul level~ individually and collectively
Ethics and Safety with EOs training and resources; giving you peace-of-mind and confidence
Opportunity, in smaller group sessions, to cultivate greater clarity with your visions for EO inspired education and facilitation, or simply take your personal relationship with the oils much deeper.
Bonus modules in marketing your events and trainings
Mentorship and guidance
As an Aroma Point Mastery graduate you have ongoing access to evolving and updated materials for your learning and your professional use
This ground-breaking training vitally infuses the creations that you have been dreaming of, or perhaps already have in the works.
It brings the energy of abundance and prosperity to all aspects of your Being; opening passageways of flow, creativity and integration to you and your work.
This is for anyone who has a passion for essential oils and healing. This includes acupuncturists, body workers, therapists, PT’s, nurses, hospice care providers, heart centered EO educators, aroma-therapists, herbalist’s, energy workers, yoga teachers and yoga therapists, hypnotherapists and nutritionists.
It’s time to embrace the more expansive potential of the oils you love.
You know that you’re alive and on the planet right now for an important reason. And you’re ready with grace and steadiness, to take a more substantial stand in the creation of what’s to come.
If you want your own creative autonomy and voice, AND you love the idea of support: the right kind of support that allows you to be You.
The kind that allows you to become, more and more the You you envision and imagine, then Aroma Point Mastery is here for you.
When You Join Aroma Point Mastery, Here’s What You Get Access To...
The material is curated and created specifically for this Training.
A fabulously rich and inspiring 2 ½ hour live, workshop each month for 9 months. (Each workshop is recorded, so you can access it anytime).
Interactive office hours live/virtual: One 90 minute session per month.
Gorgeous and professional charts and protocols sheets with legal permissions to use.
Our private group chat via WhatsApp
The time, space, and resources to deeply understand and integrate 30 key oils for these times.
The time, space, and resources to understand the Inner Nature and location of 22 key Acupoints.
Payment Plans Available Upon Request.
Please email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com for options!
Writing Group - Creative Connections (virtual only)
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 10/7 at 10:30am
10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation: Dandelion Root with Adrienne
Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation
with Adrienne Haberl
Oct 19th at 3pm
Dandelion Root ~ Compost & Gratitude- Limited Space Available
Sliding Scale Donation Based - Suggested Donation $25-50
Class will be 90 minutes with an opportunity to mingle for a little while after.
Note: if there is a guest speaker, please expect the possibility of our class extending the time to 120 minutes.
Each month we will sit with an herb that coincides with the season.
We will journey through the chakra’s, taking notice of how the herb effects each wheel. We will weave in greenwitch practices under the guidance of the Wise Woman Tradition of Healing, calling in and giving gratitude to the elements. There will be an opportunity for a few folks to share experiences within the circle. Then we will go into the herbs healing properties, energetics and other wisdoms before closing together.
Please bring:
an item of meaning to you to place on our community altar (you will take it back home with you after class)
a journal if you wish!
favorite mug with you!
Adrienne will include plant profiles that you can bring home to hole punch and put in a binder to build your own materia medica.
If you are unable to attend please email soilskysoul@gmail.com so we can make space for folks who want to drop in! Please let us know within 24 hours if you are unable to attend! !
Breastfeeding Basics with Kim Guccione
Breastfeeding Basics
with Kim Guccione
Sunday 10/19 at 12pm
Prenatal Education for Expecting Parents 90-minute in-person class
Ideal between 27–32 weeks of pregnancy
This thoughtfully designed class prepares expecting mothers (and their partners!) to begin breastfeeding with confidence and clarity.
Together, we’ll:
✔️ Set realistic expectations for the early days and weeks postpartum
✔️ Discuss essential breastfeeding techniques and latch basics
✔️ Identify ways to incorporate breastfeeding into your birth and postpartum plans In our culture, we tend to prepare extensively for birth—yet often take a “wait and see” approach to feeding.
While every baby and breastfeeding journey is unique, learning the basics of how lactation works before baby arrives can make all the difference.
This class provides foundational knowledge and hands-on guidance to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported from day one.
✨ Partners are encouraged to attend — their involvement plays a huge role in the breastfeeding experience.
✨ Includes access to online resources for continued support and reference after birth.
Childbirth Education with Karen Carola, CNM
Childbirth Education Class
Saturday October 18th 10-12pm
Experience the power of pregnancy with Karen Carola.
Karen has assisted more than 3,500 women in delivering their children and is currently the Director of Midwifery for Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates. Bringing together the unique perspectives of a registered midwife, 35+ years of OB-GYN experience, and a 500 hour RYT, Karen shares the secrets to a safe and empowering pregnancy, labor, and birth.Using her experience as a medical professional, Karen will give an overview of the stages of labor and offer breathing and positioning to maximize the progress of labor. She will also give specific techniques for pushing and offer couples ways to support each other in labor. She will take time to answer anyand all questions or concerns you or your partner may have regarding labor, birth, or your time in the hospital
This class size is limited to 4 couples (birthing person and partner) - anticipate an intimate group with the ability to ask questions, connect and spend time with the one and only Karen Carola.
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate with Alyson Zilai
Intro to Mindfulness: How to Meditate
October 18th-November 22nd
with Alyson Zilai
In-person 8-9am
Virtual 10-11am
“My mind is too busy, I can’t meditate!” “How do you even do that? Just sit there?”
Mindfulness meditation has been around for over 2600 years and is a powerful practice that can help reduce reactivity, improve self confidence and understand ourselves, our lives and our relationships on a deeper level. In this beginner-level course, we will come together, learn a bit about mindfulness meditation using a technique involving three easy-to-follow steps and calm the nervous system with a relaxing sound bath.
Register Here for In-Person Class (8-9) at Embodied Studio
Register for Virtual Class (10-11) by emailing alysonzilai@gmail.com Participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the first class.
Grow: A Year-Long Mindfulness Meditation Project
Awake. Gentle. Focused. Connected.
Begin the weekend in a way which is wakeful, relaxed and supported. This weekly group will meet for one hour on Saturday mornings in person (8-9 at the Embodied Studio) and virtually (10-11 via zoom, link provided via email) from October 18, 2025- October 17, 2026. The group will begin with a sound bath incorporating instruments and intentions curated for participants, followed by a group mindfulness meditation sit.
This group is free for participants with an opportunity to donate to a charity which will rotate on a monthly basis.
In order to effectively curate the classes to participants, registration is required. This project is separated into 7 different series. Please, kindly, register for each individual series separately.
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen
Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 10/2
10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice with Lauren Measure
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice
with Lauren Measure
A Six Week Series Starting 10/16 - Thursdays at 5pm
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20 & 12/4
No Class 11/13 or 11/27
This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.
We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.
In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.
Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.
Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.
Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
6-Weeks Starting September 11th
9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 + 10/16
$125 for 6-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.
Strong Woman with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Three-Week Series Starting Wednesday 10/8 at 5:00pm
10/8, 10/15 & 10/29
$50 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group - Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group
with Kim Guccione
Wednesdays at 12:30 pm
Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.
Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.
Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!
Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20
Kundalini Yoga with Shannon Hawley: Connect to Angels and Ancestors
Kundalini Yoga
with Shannon Hawley
Connect to Angels and Ancestors
Wednesdays (starting 10/1) at 10:30am
10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29
Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.
Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.
This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.
October's Krya to Connect to Angels and Ancestors. Ancestors have the ability to make you aware of what doesn't work (essential and vital) - while angels and guides are the maps to destiny giving directions of how to get there efficiently. In practicing this krya we work through our physical body to tap into our emotional body and our own epigenetic field.
Come vibe with us.
Interested? Here’s Further Information!
Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)
When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
How Much: $100 for full series or $25 for drop in
This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!
Writing Group - Creative Connections (virtual only)
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Flow in to Autumn with Alana
Flow in to Autumn
with Alana Keffer
Tuesdays starting 9/9 at 6:30pm
9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14
Embrace the energy of September and the transition from Summer’s warmth to Autumn’s calm with this 6-week yoga series.
Designed for those seeking mindful movement to connect with the changing season.
Each class will focus on synchronizing movement and breath, helping you cultivate balance as the days grow shorter, and routines shift.
What to Expect:
Flowy Hatha/Vinyasa style movements that mirror nature’s transitions, incorporating gentle twists, grounding postures, balance and breathwork to release Summer’s energy and welcome Autumn’s steadiness.
We’ll use props throughout class to ensure safe, accessible, and supportive practices for all bodies.
Whether you’re looking to move mindfully, ground your energy, or simply connect with the rhythm of the season, this series offers a welcoming space to pause, reflect, and flow into autumn together.
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building with Krista O'Dea
Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building:
Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life
with Krista O'Dea
A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 10/7 at 10:30am
10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
$75 series, $25 drop-in
Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.
Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!
This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.
These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.
Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.
Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.
We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.
We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.
Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!
Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.
Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.
Non-mobile babies welcomed!
Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.
Working with the UNSEEN with Shannon Hawley
Working with the UNSEEN.
A series to awaken your eroticicsm for life and to cultivate your creativity and authenticity.
with Shannon Hawley
A Three Month Container
$325 for the group series with the addition of 3 private sessions booked at your convenience (each individual session is a reduced rate of $111 if scheduled before November 30th).
Monday, September 22nd, October 13th, November 10th 6:30-8:30
Working with the UnSeen, Subconscious, and your Dreams to Co-Create with the World.
We need your creativity!
You need your life force!
We need your YOUNESS!
This transformative series guides you beyond surface-level awareness into the rich, untapped realm of your subconscious mind and dreamscape. Through deep listening practices and supportive community connection, you'll learn to partner with the unseen forces that shape our reality—discovering your soul's true mission as a steward of ideas and dreams.
When you are actively creating you are not hooked by consumption or confusion. Let's get back to our Soul's Mission! We are the stewards of ideas, dreams, and the universe in awe of itself! This will be a supportive container to listen to what your heart is longing for and to begin to cultivate practices that support your creativity and authenticity.
Who This Is For:
Creative individuals feeling stuck in consumer culture's grip
People seeking deeper meaning and purpose in their creative work
Those drawn to exploring dreams, intuition, and subconscious wisdom
Anyone ready to move from passive consumption to active co-creation
Seekers wanting to reconnect with their authentic creative calling
What will you get:
3 group meetings on Monday Evenings (2 hours)
3 individual sessions (schedule at your convenience at a discounted rate before November 30th)
Group work:
1 Opening Circle and Ceremony with Breathing Techniques and a Special Group Sound Bath Meditation curated for the group's intentions.
1 transformative Group Breathwork Session to allow new neural pathways to connect and the subconscious to both guide and nourish you and your creativity.
1 powerful Kundalini Krya to support & strengthen your resilience and life-force.
We will cross 3 thresholds.
1. Deep Listening and Portal Opening (ancestors gifts, childlike dreams, visions)
2. Creating conditions to support our safety and seduce our creative courage and Activating the Voice.
3. Outcreating ! Everything that exists was first imagined.
The Complete Journey:
3 transformative group sessions on Monday evenings
3 individual curated sessions (schedule at your convenience at discounted rate before November 30th)
A supportive community of fellow creative souls
Magic and Transformation (not optional:)
Ready to remember your role as a conscious co-creator? Join us in awakening the universe's capacity for awe through your unique creative expression.
$325 for the group series with the addition of 3 private sessions booked at your convenience (each individual session is a reduced rate of $111 if scheduled before November 30th).
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
CPR for Families with Krista O’Dea
CPR for Families with Krista
Sunday October 12th at 3:00pm
$45 per person
CPR, or Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, is a helpful skill for families as emergency situations occur unexpectedly.
In this class, you will be taught how to recognize a respiratory arrest and cardiac arrest, how to initiate an emergency response, and how to provide life-saving measures to adults, children, and infants. Choking emergencies and maneuvers are also discussed.
Additionally, we will discuss Traditional Chinese Acupressure points as well as Homeopathic Remedies for Emergencies.
Gain the knowledge and skills to act quickly and effectively in high-stress, emergency situations.
Writing a Birth Plan: Family Advocacy with Krista O'Dea
Writing a Birth Plan:
Family Advocacy During Birth & Beyond
with Krista O'Dea
Wednesday 10/12 at 1:00pm
We will begin this workshop with a meditation to set your intentions and gain clarity on how you want your dream birth and postpartum to unfold.
This process helps you align with your desires and determine what is most important to you – your non-negotiables. We will write two birth plans.
One plan will be just for you: incorporating everything you wish for your ultimate birth and postpartum experience.
The second plan will be specifically for your support team: succinct and to the point focusing on your values instead of specific checklists so your team will know exactly how to best nurture and support you when needed.
In this class we will discuss ways to speak to staff, how to respectfully ask for what you want, and other tips to ensure your birth is family centered.
Did you know that dad’s and partners hold the charge at birth? All interventions can be approved or denied through Dad. While you travel into deep altered states to birth your baby, your partner is your best advocate for your non-negotiables. After all, who is ultimately responsible for this new baby once home? Dad’s are an integral part of the birthing process and should be supported in their role.
Bring a pen and journal or your laptop/tablet – however you enjoy transcribing your thoughts.
Prenatal Yoga with Dr. Emily
Prenatal Flow
Sundays at 10:30 AM
9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5 + 10/12
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy
Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Autumn Preparation September - October 2025
This nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around autumn's transformative energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.
As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.
This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through autumn's grounding energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.
Through gentle movements that honor the season's reflective nature, we'll focus on creating stability and openness as daylight shifts and nature begins its inward turn.
This practice embraces autumn's wisdom of preparation and gathering, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.
Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.
Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.
Sunday Flow with Dr. Emily
Sunday Flow Series
Sundays at 9AM
9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, + 10/12
$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in
This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.
Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Shift September 7 - October 12, 2025
Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from summer's radiant energy into autumn's reflective embrace.
Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the lingering warmth of late summer and the approaching wisdom of the darker months.
Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.
As we move through this pivotal time between the harvest season and autumn's deeper introspection, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while releasing any scattered summer patterns that no longer serve you.
This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to ground yourself as daylight begins to shift and nature prepares for its cyclical rest.
Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.
Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready to embrace the beautiful transformation that autumn brings.
Writing Group - Creative Connections
Writing Group - Creative Connections
with Melissa Delizia
Monthly Membership and Support
Mondays 9:00-10:30 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:30 (virtual only)
Fridays 4:30-6:00 (in person at EmBodied or virtual)
Come to 1 or all three of the meet-ups - flexibility for the most support that works for your schedule and writing goals.
A regular writing group offering participants flexibility to attend sessions that fit their schedules while maintaining regular writing momentum.
The class membership based, and is designed to support writers at various stages of their projects, from initial drafts to final revisions, as well as to build community with other writers and be held accountable to writing goals.
Class times will be offered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Each session would focus on accountability check-ins, structured writing time, and peer review activities.
Participants would benefit from:
Goal setting and progress tracking
Dedicated writing time with group energy
Encouraging feedback on work-in-progress
Technique sharing and writing exercises
Supportive community building.
Writing can feel isolating, but it's meant to be creative and creativity is best nurtured in community.
Sign Up for the full Membership for access to all meet-ups (even if you can only consistently make one) AND our supportive What’s App Chat container for outside supportto birth your dreams.
One off classes or “Drop-In” does not include outside class support and are priced at $25/class.
This writing group is hosted by Melissa Delizia, who is a writer, social worker, professional coach, and educator.
Pelvic Floor + Core Pilates with Dr. Emily
Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates
Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage
With Dr. Emily Bessemer
Fridays at 8:30am
9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17
A Six-Week Series, $125 for full series - $25/drop in
Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.
What Makes This Class Unique:
Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics
Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages
Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing
Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness
Who Will Benefit:
Women in postpartum recovery
Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction
Individuals managing incontinence
Women in perimenopause and menopause
Anyone seeking to build core strength safely
Class Highlights:
Individualized modifications for all fitness levels
Breath work and mindful movement
Supportive, judgment-free environment
Small group setting for personalized attention
Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.
Important Note for Pregnant Participants:
Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.
No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.
Prenatal Yoga with Karen
Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series
with Karen Carola, CNM
Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 10/2
10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30
Join us for a transformative 5-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.
This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.
What You’ll Experience
Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.
Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.
Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.
Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.
This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.
By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.
Who This Series Is For
Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy
Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation
Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition
Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning
No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice with Lauren Measure
Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice
with Lauren Measure
A Six Week Series Starting 9/4 - Thursdays at 5pm
9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2 & 10/9
This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.
We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.
In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.
Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.
Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.
Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga w/ Rebecca
Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga
Thursdays 10am
6-Weeks Starting September 11th
9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 + 10/16
$125 for 6-weeks/$25 for drop in
Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.
Classes include:
· Yoga poses with variations offered
· Pranayama (breathing exercises)
· Relaxation
· Mindfulness + Meditation
Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.
Thursdays 10-11am
Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.