South Moon Studio

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South Moon Studio is based in the community of East Braintree near the Whiteshell Provincial Park in South Eastern Manitoba . Classes and Workshops are currently offered by Chrissy Sie-Merritt in Falcon Lake, East Braintree, West Hawk Lake and Whitemouth. Treatments are available in the serene environment of East Braintree or in your own home or cabin. South Moon is dedicated to offering Visual and Healing arts as a medium of awareness and growth.
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Gift Cards

A great gift idea. Available in any denomination towards weekly Yoga classes, Prenatal Yoga sessions, Personal Yoga sessions, or any of the treatments below.

*not available for retreats or workshops*

Yoga

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Chrissy Sie-Merritt's Yoga classes combine the structure of Iyengar and the focus of breath and flow of Vinyasa Yoga. Since her formal training, with Paula Tursi of Reflections Yoga, Chrissy has developed an instinctual awareness in her teaching. She creates a safe space for students of all levels to practice the physical aspect of yoga and delve deep into that sacred space within.

Each class begins with the opportunity to release common day to day stress and realign with the nature of your deep presence. Chrissy will guide you through a gentle warm up, gradually bringing you into a fluid practice by joining the poses together with your inner body rhythms. Classes end with an opportunity for your body to absorb the benefits of the practice and venture deep into relaxation. The classic form of the yoga postures, breath work and meditation are experienced as a thread between the body and mind.

Chrissy Sie-Merritt’s classes are taught from the perspective that we are all teachers on our own path of discovery, sharing a relationship of growth and awareness. Chrissy believes in sharing the yoga philosophy in a way that opens each participant to a self guided path within their physical and spiritual self. Over time her classes help you develop an intuitive practice that flows into your everyday life, guiding you back to a natural state of consciousness.

From Winter into Spring

January 17th-March 20th
Tuesdays 6:00-7:30 pm - Intro to Yoga, 10 Week Intensive
Moon Gate Bed & Breakfast, Whitemouth

February 8th-June 27th
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pm- Gentle Flow Yoga
Falcon Beach School, Falcon Lake

Drop-in Fee $14.00
10 class pass $110.00
5 class pass $60.00

Testimonial

“Chrissy has such a beautiful, strong, pure energy I was immediately drawn to her. After a few words from her, I knew she was a natural healer. She possesses strong instinctual awareness and a kind and comforting personality that made me feel comfortable instantly.” – Jimmy Napoli

Aromatherapy Massage

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This full body aromatic and relaxing massage is given on a massage table using locally crafted essential oils. With a combination of strokes and acupressure this soothing and gentle massage allows the healing properties of the natural oils to penetrate into the skin alleviating tired muscles, relieving cold symptoms, reducing stress and resting the mind with a sense of well-being

1 hr Aromatherapy Massage $60.00

Thai Massage

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Thai massage is a holistic healing therapy often known as Thai Yoga Massage. You do not need any yoga experience or extra flexibility to enjoy the release and relaxation of this unique massage

The origins of Thai massage can be traced back 2500 years to India, the spread of Buddhism, and the Indian healing art of Ayurveda. Thai massage is based on the philosophy that all life is animated by an essential life force. In the Ayurveda tradition this life force is called Prana. Prana is extracted from the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. It is said to circulate along energy pathways in and around the body forming a network of vital life force, nourishing all aspects of our being.

Physical benefits of Thai massage include: detoxification of the body and a boost to the immune system, increase in blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, muscle relaxation, increases flexibility and helps to improve posture.

Mental benefits include: calms the mind to gain mental clarity, improves your outlook towards life, builds emotional balance and reduces and relieves stress and anxiety.

1hr Thai Massage $60.00

Reflexology

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Reflexology is a natural healing art based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet, hands and ears, which correspond to every part, gland and organ of the body. Through application of pressure on these reflexes, reflexology relieves tension, improves circulation and helps promote the natural function of the related areas of the body.

1 hr session $45.00

Reiki

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Reiki is an ancient and profoundly simple system of "laying on of hands" healing derived from Tibetan Buddhism. The act of lying hands on the human or animal body to comfort and relieve pain is as old as instinct. Human touch conveys warmth, serenity, and healing. The word Reiki stands for "Life force energy". The practitioner simply places his or her hands on various areas of the body allowing themselves to be a channel for the life force energy to heal and create balance in the energy body. Reiki energy helps to heal the whole person. If there is pain or discomfort in the body, Reiki will help to heal not only the area of pain but also the cause of the pain as well.

Reiki relieves pain, speeds the healing process, relaxes the receiver, slows respiration to help lower blood pressure and creates emotional balance.

1 hour session $45.00

Fine Art

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Over the years Chrissy Sie-Merritt has created a variety of murals on anything from boat houses to bedrooms with scenes of nature to a children's wonderland. Some of her work can be viewed on various boat houses on West Hawk and Falcon Lake as well as in The West Hawk Inn and outside the Falcon Meat and Grocery store. Original prints, murals, photography and custom designs by Chrissy are available upon request.

Art Lessons

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Take a break from your everyday life and learn something new!

Chrissy Sie-Merritt has been teaching art to children and adults for over 8 years. During this time she has developed a compassionate style of teaching that allows you to find the patience and clarity needed to unleash your creative energy. Chrissy teaches from the philosophy that there is an artist within each of us. Learning simple techniques will allow the artist within to flourish. Being creative is a wonderful way to relax, relieve stress and bring you into the present moment to explore the world in a new light.

One on one or group lessons available in:

drawing, charcoal, acrylic, watercolor and weaving.
Supplies are included for most lessons.

$40.00 for 2 hr session
$185.00 for a 5 session package

Fine Art T-shirts

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Custom South Moon T-Shirts are available in 3 original designs by Chrissy Sie-Merritt on 100% cotton.