New Blog!

Hi Everyone:

I've changed the name and url of the blog. It was called Forearm Dance. The new name and address is:

http://ValGuin.blogspot.com

Same blog, new name. If you'd like to purchase a copy of the Forearm Dance DVD, you can still do so here.

Val

Bio

With over 30 years of mind and body therapy experience, the scope of Val Guin’s extensive career, as a private practitioner of the healing arts, international educator, program administrator and as the innovative force behind the revolutionary “Forearm Dance™ technique” is unquestionable.

Having attended numerous prestigious organizations (IPSB, Emperor’s college, Yo San University, Energenesis Institute, and the Kinesiology Institute, to name but a few) Guin has trained under the tutelage of some of the most innovative and inspirational leaders in the field of wellness and holistic health.

· Best selling author Jack Canfield

· 38^th generation Chinese medicine/acupuncture masters, Dao Shing Ni and Mao Shing Ni,

· Body worker and somatic counselor, Tiahna Skye,

· Reichian, postural integration and polarity therapy expert, John Davis,

· Holistic health pain relief expert, John Maguire.

As an instructor at the renowned Institute of Psycho-Structural Balancing, (IPSB), for over 24 years, Guin solidified her reputation as the “teacher to the teachers.” by creating “Forearm Dance™”. Described by MTJ magazine as an instructional massage program that is as “invigorating for the practitioner, as it is healing for the client” Guin’s unique methodology combines efficient body mechanics that use the forearm and olecranon as tools, giving therapists a greater freedom of movement, which increases strength, while placing less strain on the body.

Guin is a founding member of the Santa Monica Center of Healing arts where she maintains her private practice. With a client list built solely upon personal recommendation, professional athletes, musicians, celebrity fans, chiropractors, powerhouse execs, physical therapists, orthopedists and housewives’ alike not only call on Guin to utilize her expertise in successfully addressing and treating a wide range of chronic mind, body/movement injuries and imbalances, but also for her ability to apply her experience in an understandable and enjoyable manner.

Bringing together a gentle blend of touch, energy and movement that focuses on developing an ever evolving awareness of the physical, spiritual and emotional body psychology of each client, Guin works to make each person feel cared for, understood and at ease with their particular therapy process. “Working in partnership with each client according to his/her personal needs, requirements and comfort levels is crucial in re-establishing optimal health”, says Guin “However, client responsibility and participation are also key components of my treatment process… educating clients in mind/body awareness/mechanics enables them to notice and feel how daily activities affect their state of health, which enables them to adjust accordingly”

Approved by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, (NCBTM), to offer CE hours, Guin conducts training seminars across the country and abroad. She is frequently invited to present seminars and instruction at AMTA and other massage training events. Covering numerous therapeutic body, mind and movement related modalities, Guin’s classes encourage students to use their whole body of knowledge while enjoying the learning process.

Visit Us At ISPA November 10th-13th

Visit Us At:
ISPA Conference & Expo
November 10 - 13, 2008
Venetian Hotel Las Vegas
VAL GUIN SEMINARS BOOTH #117

*Stop By Our Booth For A Hands On Demo With Val*

Restaurants Near Embassy Suites LAX South

Embassy Suites
1440 East Imperial Ave
El Segundo, CA 90245
310.640.3600
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=1440+East+Imperial+Ave,+El+Segundo,+CA+90245&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=23.483917,53.525391&ie=UTF8&ll=33.934957,-118.400731&spn=0.011963,0.026135&z=15&iwloc=addr

Downtown El Segundo Area - Approximately 5-10 Minutes Away:
Take Imperial Ave. West & Make A Left On Main Street

Chef Hannes
411 1/2 Main Street
310.640.0164
(Asian & French)

Chicken Dijon
251 Main Street
310.414.9000
(Rotisserie Chicken)

DeLuca's Trattoria
255 Richmond Street
310.640.7600
(Italian)

Hana Haru Sushi
409 Main Street
310.640.2352
(Japanese)

El Tarasco
210 Main Street
310.414.9612
(Mexican)

Stuft Pizza
400 Main Street
310.322.2666
(Pizza & Pasta)

Indian Summer
219 Main Street
310.322.7550
(Indian)

Second City Bistro
223 Richmond Street
310.322.6085
(Steak/Seafood/Pasta)

Fantastic Cafe
410 Main Street
310.322.2922
(Burgers)

Su Casa
403 Main Street
310.524.9985
(Mexican)

Good Stuff
121 W. Grand Ave
310.647.9997
(American)

Remembering Sweet Alma

Alma was always a light in the room, even when she was having a bad day, there was just something about her like that. When she would smile she would just change everything. She was always such a pleasure to have around. She was sweet, pleasant, patient and kind when she was talking and giving feedback to people.

She was quirky, confused, trying to find her way, trying to figure out how to do things. Alma could always erase the quirky confusion of everyone else because she was so non judgmental. Her clients and fellow students all loved her so much.

I had Alma work on me two weeks ago. It was honestly some of the best, most loving, effective bodywork I've ever received.

Alma, you'll be missed, more than you know...or maybe you do.

Services for Alma:
Saturday, September 27, 2008 @ 10A
Church of the Good Shepherd
505 N Bedford Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Located at the corner of N. Santa Monica and Bedford Drive

Alma Smiling At Baby Aidan

Alma Last Row Right...Red Sneakers

Bodywork Tip From Val: What To Do When You Start To Get Tired

Your greatest energy comes from the power in your legs. So remember to always come from your feet, through your pelvis to your tool. If you get tired you want to create more chi. To do this, activate your body even more. Don't be lazy, use your muscles more so that you stay in proper body posture, you're guaranteed to feel more energized!

Breathe and be grateful!

Register For New Seminars

3 New Seminars are confirmed:

Las Vegas, NV
Forearm Dance I & II:
September 26-28, 2008
Doubletree Club Hotel Las Vegas Airport
Only 24 Spaces Available
20 CE Hours Approved by NCBTMB

Los Angeles, CA
Advanced Seminar: FACIAL
October 5, 2008
Embassy Suites LAX South
Only 40 Spaces Available
6 CE Hours Approved by NCBTMB
Description:
Before Plastic Surgery, Before Botox Put Your Face In Your Own Hands!
Learn: Acupressure face-lift, Wrinkle & Scar Reduction, Fascial Release, & Structural Zone Therapy; Reading & Working With Somatic Maps On The Face To Affect Structural Changes Within The Body.

St. Louis, MO
Forearm Dance I & II
October 24-26, 2008
Doubletree Hotel and Conference Center
Only 40 Spaces Available
20 CE Hours Approved by NCBTMB

To Register for any of these seminars please go to http://www.valguin.com/