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Orbis is a personal growth center that has been offering classes in many different spiritual disciplines since 1974. Orbis is more than a place of instruction, however. It is a place of welcome, support and inspiration. Each member of our staff is eager to help you to achieve a better balance within your life, a balance between all of the ordinary responsibilities and obligations that we must meet and the important search for meaning and spiritual connection that we need
We are not committed to any one method or discipline. People are different
and need different ways to handle stress, strengthen their bodies and re-connect
with their deepest purposes. Join our community of friends! You will
find many fellow travelers who may be able to help inspire your journey.
Instructors
Ruth Allen, MLS, Certified Kripalu Yoga; Classes are gentle, focused upon stretching, alignment, breathing and body awareness. About Ruth Allen
Jane Hewitt, BS, Certified Feldenkrais Instructor: Classes emphasize awareness, relaxation and getting in touch with the body through gentle movement. About Jane Hewitt
Barbara Kottke, MA, RYT, Certified Integrative Yoga Therapy Instructor; Yoga is a vehicle for focusing on body awareness, breathing, and deep relaxation. Practical application of yoga postures to manage stress is emphasized. About Barbara Kottke
Helen McMahan, MA, Yoga, Kundalini, Meditation, Astrology: Classes explore yoga as a bridge to meditation, asanas as metaphors for accessing spirituality. About Helen McMahan
Linda Smith, MEd, RYT 500, Certifications from Kripalu and Southern Institute of Yoga Instructors; Classes focus on the precise alignment of Iyengar style yoga complimented by the meditative quality of Kripalu yoga. Mindfully attending to the breath, the relationship between body, mind and spirit is explored. About Linda Smith