About Me

Amenaua
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M.S. Exercise Science and Health Promotion
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Massage Therapy Diploma
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Virginia Licensed Massage Therapist
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Certified Sivananda Yoga Siromani
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer
My background is a mix of student, teacher, adventurer, and seeker. Dharma-Tao Yoga, massage, and therapeutic bodywork allows me to fulfill my life purpose to serve, teach, and care for others. I discovered my life purpose through the path of surrender. I used my passion for learning to acquire proficiency in classical Yoga and various hands-on bodywork modalities with which I am able to serve and care for others. I strive to walk the path of the Yoga warrior, maintaining a healthy balance of mind, body, and spirit. My experiences, studies, and credentials include:
Formal Education
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M.S. Exercise Science and Health Promotion
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All doctoral coursework in Organizational Behavior and Development and Systems Theory and Cybernetics
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Masters of Business Administration
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B.S. Ocean Engineering
Continuing Education
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Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
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Contemporary Cupping Methods
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Spinal Reflex Therapy (SRT)
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Foundations of Aromatherapy
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Muscle Activation Technique (MAT) Jump-Starts and Internship
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Resistance Training Specialist (RTS) Practical
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Wellcoaches Core Coach Training (health and wellness coaching)
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John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR)
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John F. Thie Touch for Health (TFH)
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Upledger CranioSacral Therapy
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Success Unlimited Network®, LLC (life coach training)
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Tom Myers' Anatomy Trains Myofascial Meridians
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Thai Yoga Therapy
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Judith DeLany NeuroMuscular Therapy (NMT)
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International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, Yoga Teacher Training
Certifications & Licenses
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CPR & AED, American Heart Association
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B-Fit University Pilates Mat certification
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Certified Personal Trainer and Performance Enhancement Specialist, National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
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Emergency Medical Technician certification
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3rd Degree Black Belt, Okinawa Kenpo Karate-Kobudo
Memberships
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American Massage Therapy Association
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Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
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IDEA Health and Fitness Association
Testimonial
"You have an amazing gift to go deep without setting off defenses; it is a huge gift."
M. K. ~ Reston, VA