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6 Weeks of Wellness

The Nelson & District Community Complex and Bodhi Day Spa are now presenting: ”6 Weeks of Wellness”. Ever wish you could take the spa home with you? Now you can with this ultimate course in self pampering! Learn many self-love and personal care techniques that will enhance your self esteem and well-being. This is a great way to make special time for yourself once a week to melt your mind, body, and spirit into a state of peace.

This program is 6 weeks in length, and will take place once a week on Thursdays at 6:30. It will be instructed by Monica Ander, Bodhi Day Spa Owner and Tina Pimentel, Licensed Esthetician.

Week 1~ Facial Care Techniques~May 12, 2011 6:30-8:30pm

Advice pertaining to facial regimes
Demo and hands-on practice of a Mini Facial, utilizing top quality natural spa products
Information about common skin issues and solutions

Week 2~Nail and Foot Pampering~May 19, 2011 6:30-8:00pm

Proper care techniques for cuticles and nail beds
Addressing nail shape and hang nails
Polish application demo and practice (using Spa Ritual vegan nail polish)

Week 3~Swedish Relaxation Massage Techniques~May 26, 2011 6:30-8:30pm

Discuss benefits of massage
Demo of basic massage strokes
Practice massage strokes/ Receive a relaxing massage

Week 4~ Aromatherapy~ June 2, 2011 6:30-8pm

Benefits of aromatherapy
Properties of common essential oils
Learn about the application and usages of aromatherapy oils
Exchange a mini aromatherapy massage

Week 5~Skin Care for the Whole Body~ June 9, 2011 6:30-8:30pm

Introduction to dry skin brushing Introduction to body scrubs
Benefits of skin care
Demo and practice a mini body scrub treatment

Week 6~ Local Herbal Health~ June 16, 2011 6:30-8:00pm

Introduction to local herbs and their properties
Learn the relevance of the seasons and detoxification
Make teas and receive handouts which include recipes for yummy wild food (eg. Nettle Lasagne, Burdock Pickles, Dandelion Salad)