"We owe it to ourselves to feel comfortable and sure in our bodies, no matter at what age or ability, and especially during times of stress, illness or injury."
- Larissa Velez-Jackson
My Services
Larissa (pronounced "Lareesa") creates an inspiring community that achieves their movement and wellness goals with commitment, grace and smarts, hence the name of Larissa's core class, LVJ's SmartBody Fitness. Larissa's one-on-one teaching of yoga and Pilates features tailored workout progressions and great care is taken to empower clients to lead active lives that are as pain-free as possible.
During Larissa's healing journey of body, mind and spirit while undergoing cancer treatment, Larissa practiced daily meditation, mantra recitation, attended and offered sound vibrational meditations, also called "sound baths." This combination of energy work has been Larissa's key to keeping mentally, spiritually and physically fit during and after illness treatment. Checkout the array of offerings below to begin your mind-body-spirit journey with our community.
What I Offer
REFINE YOUR BODY INSTRUMENT
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LVJ's SmartBody Fitness (Zoom)
Fridays at 9:30 - 10:30 AM EST / $16.00
Video rental is available for Fri-Mon or Tues-Fri of the next week.
This group class begins with touch-based warmup to invigorate the senses, followed by dance-based cardio aerobics, with weights and functional strengthening to follow. Restorative stretches and core/breathing exercises are interspersed throughout the class.
Class is open to all levels with targeted benefit to the active older adult; modifications are available for standing and sitting when needed.
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Pilates Duet and Trio Sessions (Zoom) / $45
LVJ offers an affordable alternative to their Pilates private sessions, while keeping a personalized touch and tailored workout progression. LVJ helps with your placement and scheduling. A weekly morning slot is available as well as drop ins. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 AM EST are our popular time slot.
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One-on-One Home Pilates (Zoom) / $100
Larissa teaches a spine and joint safe workout tailored directly to your needs and abilities, with gradual workout progressions. In a one-on-one session, you will learn how to integrate proper core function during strengthening movements of the trunk, pelvis, legs and upper body. You will also learn different methods of breath and body awareness leading to more richness and confidence in movement.
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Gentle Rasa Yoga and Sound Bath (Zoom)
Thursday evenings at 8:30-9:45 PM EST / $22.00
Video rental is available for Friday - Tuesday of the next week.
A deeply restorative, balancing and strengthening hatha yoga class that works with breath, gentle vocal sound and meditation. The ending class meditation includes LVJ's live playing of sound vibrational instruments for a transformative experience. A great class before bedtime and for ending your week on a strong note!
Class is open to all levels; modifications are available for standing and sitting when needed.
Note on payments: For greater accessibility I also accept personal checks, Venmo and Zelle payments. Just email me to setup your preferred method of pay.
If you use the Paypal buttons above I will email correspond with you to setup your class appointment and schedule after receipt of payment. Sliding scale rates are available for anyone experiencing financial barriers.
CONNECT BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT
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Sound Vibrational Meditation (Middletown, NY)
Larissa is available for private sessions in sound vibrational massage using vibratory bowls and instruments (in person, on a massage table,) and a combination of breath work (pranayama), meditation, or vocal chakra meditation (in person or on Zoom.) These offerings can be simultaneoously grounding and uplifting to the body and nervous system.
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Group Sound Baths (Middletown, NY)
Larissa conducts group sound baths in and around the Hudson Valley and New York City area. Book Larissa to conduct a mental health break or spa-like restorative Sound Bath for your event or gathering. Larissa's instrument setup is always growing and includes multiple crystal quartz bowls, Tibetan large and small bowls, a 22" Paiste accent gong, rain stick, large bar chime koshi chimes, steel tongue drum and voice.
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Yoga and Wellness Coaching (Online or Middletown, NY)
Larissa coaches clients to sustain their own personal wellness practice using tools of Ayurveda, mantra yoga, hatha yoga, journaling and creative writing. Sessions can be conducted virtually or in person in Middletown, NY.
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One on One Yoga (Online or Middletown, NY)
Experience a deeply restorative, balancing and strengthening hatha yoga class created specifically with your needs in mind. Develop a grasp of the philosophical principles of yoga so that your experience is carried off the mat and into your daily life.
Note on payments: For the services listed above without a fee disclosure, please email me to discuss your needs and I'll confirm the rate. We can also schedule a free consultation call. For greater accessibility in payment methods; I accept cash, personal checks, Paypal, Venmo and Zelle payments.
Sliding scale rates are available for anyone experiencing financial barriers. Let's discuss further.
"Your uplifting professional expertise mixed with your encouragement and helpful and friendly attitude makes for a perfect workout. I love your attention to our form and abilities which are different for everyone."
JoDell Shields, NY