Applied Anatomy Institute
Classes in Berkeley, CA
Embodiment Classes
- Develop your personal presence to be more skillful in day-to-day
interactions and professional life
- Integrate awareness and posture to short-circuit reactive patterns and become more responsive and skillful
During class we’ll:
- Embody techniques that lessen the impact of stress
- Learn postures that cultivate effective body language
- Practice embodied ways to respond to everyday situations
Suggested, but not required, reading:
1) The Intuitive Body and 2) Leadership Embodiment—both books are by Wendy Palmer and available on Amazon.com
Taught by Joan Marie Passalacqua,
Applied Anatomy Institute founder,
Certified Leadership Embodiment Coach,
and student of Wendy Palmer.
"It is rare to find someone with Joan Marie's extraordinary
gift - the ability to apply a deep understanding of mechanics and
structure with a highly developed intuitive sense."
-Wendy
Palmer, Sixth degree black belt in Aikido, author of The
Intuitive Body and Leadership Embodiment
Current class schedule available from
AppliedAnatomy@gmail.com
Qigong Classes
- Encourage health and well-being with gentle movements selected from Wild Goose Qigong.
- Enjoy better balance, flexibility, and relaxation with whole-body movements
that are synchronized with your breath.
During class we’ll use breath and gentle, whole-body movements to:
- Enhance your energy flow
- Improve your balance and flexibility
- Advance your mental clarity
- Strengthen your emotional resiliency
- Increase your overall comfort and ease
You’ll learn how to draw in fresh energy and
help it move freely throughout your body.
Taught by Joan Marie Passalacqua,
Applied Anatomy Institute founder,
Certified Wild Goose Qigong Teacher,
and student of Medical Qigong Master,
Dr. Bingkun Hu, Ph.D.
Current class schedule available from
AppliedAnatomy@gmail.com
Anatomy Classes
Taught by Joan Marie Passalacqua,
Applied Anatomy Institute founder,
Certified Massage Practitioner
Sponsored class information below.
Current class schedule available from
AppliedAnatomy@gmail.com
Location
Unless otherwise indicated, Applied Anatomy Institute
classes and workshops are held at: 2700 Eighth Street, Berkeley,
California 94710
Driving directions to 2700 Eighth Street, Berkeley
Eighth Street is parallel to San Pablo Avenue and
three blocks towards the bay from San Pablo Avenue. (If numbered,
San Pablo Avenue would be Eleventh Street.
The cross street is Carleton. Carleton is parallel
to Ashby Avenue between Ashby and University Avenue. Carleton is
about six blocks north of Ashby and ten blocks south of
University.
Choice of exits from INTERSTATE 80:
• EXIT at ASHBY AVE. towards the
hills and get into left lane as soon as possible at the first
signal light, turn
LEFT onto Seventh St. and go about six blocks
to
turn RIGHT onto Carleton go to the next cross
street
turn RIGHT onto Eighth St. and you are at 2700
Eighth Street
• EXIT UNIVERITY AVE. toward the hills and get
into right lane as soon as possible at the bottom of overpass,
turn RIGHT onto Sixth St. and go about 8 blocks
to 5-way intersection,
take SOFT RIGHT onto 7th St. go two blocks
to
turn LEFT onto Carleton go to the next cross
street
turn RIGHT onto Eighth St. and you are at 2700
Eighth Street
(If parking is tight, check out Seventh Street between Pardee &
Carleton.)
About the Applied Anatomy Institute
Joan Marie ''JM'' Passalacqua, founder and
instructor for the Applied Anatomy Institute, has studied anatomy
and bodywork formally and informally all of her life. She has
taught human anatomy and developed educational programs in various
California institutions since 1981.
JM’s experience includes 13 years in clinical injury recovery and
rehabilitation and 2 years in dissection labs. The author of
numerous study guides on anatomy, she also wrote a series of
articles on sports massage for the San Francisco
Chronicle. A certified massage practitioner since 1983, JM is
known for her injury recovery work with professional
athletes.
"I enjoy making the subject of human anatomy come alive! The
biggest reward is seeing complex, technical information put to
practical use through the hands of my students." - JM
Passalacqua
Joan Marie Passalacqua: Applied Anatomy Institute is approved by
the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education provider.
#450456-07
Reviews from her peers
"JM conveys complex and difficult information in a way that is
easy to absorb. She creates a fun atmosphere for learning and
exploration while maintaining the integrity of the subject
matter." -Ellen Mossman, C.M.T.
"The presence and focus that Joan Marie brings to anatomy makes
learning the details interesting and engaging. I've gained
experiential knowledge that has helped my work be more
effective." -Hilary Tayeb, N.C.T.M.B.
Massage and Bodywork
JM’s practice is open to new clients.
For more information, please contact me at
AppliedAnatomy@gmail.com
or 510-843-2270.
Classes and Workshops Tailored to Your Anatomical
Interests
Private Classes: 1-4 students
Sponsored Workshops: 5+ students
• choose the anatomy topics you want to
study
• include palpation and movement if you
wish
• request specific dates and
times
• continuing education certificates upon
completion
Your topics-- Let me know what anatomy you'd like
to study and we can plan a format and time that suits your
needs.
"JM has an exceptional grasp of applied anatomy gained through
many years of study and practical experience. More importantly, she
has a unique ability to teach. I highly recommend her courses."
- Tracy Thompson, MD
Internal Medicine and Pain Management
"Joan Marie is an outstanding teacher. She makes anatomy fun and
fascinating. The depth of her knowledge is impressive. The way she
uses models and hands-on demonstrations appeals to me as a
bodyworker. I really 'get it' when in her class, and leave eager to
practice my new skills."
-Melissa Malm, AMTA Golden Gate Unit, NCTMB
Sponsored Workshops
Sponsored workshops are for 5 or more people
The topics listed below, or variations of them, are available for
sponsorship. Certificates for CE hours are given upon completion of
sponsored workshops.
"Since 1984, I have observed Joan Marie's enthusiasm
and dedication to learning and passing on the knowledge of the
healing arts. She is an excellent teacher and practitioner."-
Donald A. Chu, Ph.D., R.P.T., Consultant in Physical Therapy and
Performance Enhancement
Topics for sponsored workshops include, but are not
limited to:
Shoulder
Rotator Cuff
Brachial Plexus
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Elbow epicondylitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Intervertebral and Facet Joints
Vertebral Column and Ribs
Back: Structure, Function & Pathology
Muscles of the back
Ligaments of the Back
Pelvis: Structure, Function & Pathology
Ligaments of the Pelvis
Muscles of the Pelvis
Hip
Ligaments of the Hip
Knee
Meniscii and Ligaments of the Knee
Sciatica
Ankle Sprains
Plantar Fasciitis
Rental Room
The Applied Anatomy Institute classroom is available for
rent.
• private street-level entrance and accessible
bathroom
• wood floor and small meditation garden
• easy access from Interstate 80
• fees vary upon frequency and duration of
use
• written rental agreement
If you would like more information, please email us at AppliedAnatomy@gmail.com or
call 510-843-2270.
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