Heights Of Wellness

read moreYou'll begin to recognize the missing fundamental "purposeful Movement" as the foundation for movement and apply it to the "Injury-free", "Ageless Exercise" programs. Eastern - Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Philosophy of Yin & Yang the Practice of Internal (mind) and External (body) as One. Western - Physiology of the Structure and Systems of our Body.

read moreHeights of Wellness (HOW) is a state-of-the-art studio located at 1477 Park Street, in the west end of Hartford, Connecticut. Hi, my name is Chung Yueh-Ching, the wellness educator at Heights of Wellness. You will fall in love with life when you experience our "Purposeful Exercise System, " a wellness approach to our philosophy of "One Body One Life." Healing with Joy (Yueh), Serving with Love (Ching). A passion to learn and a change for the better is all about Joy. A passion to share is about Love.

read moreMassage therapy is an important part of wellness care. At the most basic level it helps reduce stress, relieves muscle tension, increases flexibility, improves blood and lymph circulation and clears the mind. Through therapeutic massage, even people with restricted mobility can maintain muscle strength and decrease fluid build up. Therapeutic massage effectively demonstrates HoW to maintain optimum health. Session can be one hour* or one and a half hour* long and can include one, or some of the following techniques delivered by our licensed massage therapists: Subtle energy body work, acupressure, AIS, deep tissue, and orthopedic massage.

read morePilates Apparatus is a practice using very specifically designed equipment. As a private session it will provide an effective workout based on individual capabilities and needs. People with physical limitations such as arthritis or scoliosis, as well as professional and recreational athletes can experience HoW to increase flexibility and strength without the risk of strained or over developed muscles.

read moreRehabilitation services are designed for clients who have chronic and unresolved injuries or are recovering from surgery and need targeted therapy. Unlike traditional approaches to injury recovery and restoration of body-function, Ching offers a more personalized approach so that clients can recover and function at a higher level than prior to an injury or procedure. Ching draws from over 30 years of experience and training in various movement and healing modalities including certification in Massage Therapy, Active Isolated Stretching (AIS), Qi Gong, Tai Chi Chuan, and Stott Pilates.

read moreWhat is Stott Pilates? Stott Pilates is a highly effective way to shape up, slim down and feel great. It's a contemporary approach to the mind-body exercise German athlete Joseph Pilates developed in the 1920s. An emphasis on movement quality, posture and breathing makes Stott Pilates a safe, challenging and revitalizing workout. Once the secret of dancers and celebrities, now recommended by personal trainers and physical therapists everywhere. Anyone who wants to be in top condition. Whether you're recovering from an injury or in great shape already, STOTT PILATES is a stress-relieving way to achieve and maintain optimal fitness and well-being.

read moreTai Chi is well known for its ability to improve or even cure many illnesses, notably problems of the stomach, lungs, heart, kidneys, high blood pressure, arthritis, and many others. Once you understand the principles of Tai Chi and begin training you will understand how this happens. Tai Chi Chuan can relax the body, calm the mind, and provide a better understanding of life and nature. Tai Chi Chuan was developed from Martial Arts, but the main reason for the popularity of Tai Chi Chuan is not its martial potential, but rather its ability to improve health.

read morePilates with props classes are 1 1/2 hour long consisting of 1/2 hour warm-up 1 hour of Pilates work. We use various small apparatus to enhance the work-out. Enrollment is limited to 12 students to provide personal attention. Drop-ins must call first.