Taoist Light Wellness and Chiyan Wang are such amazing resources for myself and Santa Barbara. I…read moremet Chiyan when I was 19 and did the Level 1 Training. I am so happy to be back in town and can now attend group practice. I've done more qigong trainings with her and her team. As well as an amazing Feng Shui workshop and various community events. I always feel welcome there and leave feeling so much better! Taoist Light Qigong is an effective and relieving form of Qigong. I recommend anyone explore Taoist Light. Anyone of any age of any physical form can benefit in my opinion.

I was lucky enough to find Taoist Light Wellness after struggling with physical and mental…read morerepercussions of early childhood traumas for many years. I did 3 healing sessions with Chiyan and ever since, my life has been changed radically. I didn't even think it was possible to feel good again, but it is. If I could only recommend one business on all of Yelp, it would be this, by a landslide. Merci from France!

Suzuki Sensei and her students are patient, understanding, and friendly!…read more I felt very welcome during my first class. Since I was new to aikido, Suzuki Sensei and her students coached me through moves with patience and encouragement. My good work was rewarded with praise and my mistakes with comforting words. I understand many prospective students might be intimidated with trying aikido. Students are probably mostly frightened by making mistakes. Don't be afraid. Suzuki Sensei and her students are very understanding. They welcome mistakes. They aim to nurture those who are eager to learn.

I have been a student at AKSB for about nine months. It has been an amazing platform for my health…read more- physical and mental. I studied a different form of martial arts many years ago, and have a tried a few others since. I knew almost nothing about aikido when I began, having just heard it referenced in a book on "mastery," but it had stuck in my head. My first phone message was promptly returned by Lia Suzuki Sensei, who answered all my questions an invited me to come in for an "intro special," including 2 classes and a uniform. It turns out that aikido was just what I needed. It is really hard work, and I found that after about 30 minutes on the mat, it was all I could do to stay focused on my body flailing about, which took me right out of my stressed-out head. ASKB has classes for students of all ages, sometimes separating kids, teens, and adults, and sometimes of mixed levels. Once you pay your dues, you are encouraged to train as much as possible. One thing I love is that most classes are small (less than 10 people), which makes for a great workout and lots of personalized attention. I prefer it that way. I was never into gymnastics nor do I like tumbling. But from the very beginning, the teachers and students at ASKB meet you at whatever level you are at, teaching you to fall safely and (sometimes) gracefully. We talk a lot about being in "conversation" with your training partner, and it's a metaphor that extends a long way. As someone new to Santa Barbara, this was a great find for me. Reasonably priced, consistent, artistic, soulful exercise. Yes!

I did therapy at Plexus in Moorpark for a rotator cuff repair. Joanna, Mark, and the team were…read morefriendly, professional, and caring. I found it easy to make appointments and to communicate with, and the routines and exercises they designed for me were very helpful. I recommend this business for anyone needing therapy.

I attended rehab for nearly 9 months due to vestibular issues which affected my balance and vision…read more The staff at Plexus were absolutely great with me. They were extremely encouraging and closely monitored me. I had regular evaluations which were forwarded to my Doctor. I felt safe and comfortable and I know the exercises which they designed for me made a huge difference in my ability to deal with this unusual issue. All the staff made me feel right at home, were friendly, encouraging and helpful during my rehab. I made a great deal of progress under their care and am very grateful for their patience and guidance in helping me overcome the balance & vision problems to a degree that I can function much more normally than before.

Matthew's classes are now on line. A master of the form, from entry…read morelevel to the most experienced student, you'll get energized and relaxed, informed and humbled. Sacred Energy Arts SEA the majesty.

Very special healer with wonderful energy! I enjoyed my experience at the workshop that I did in…read moreperson. I've also done online workshops and always been very pleased.!

A welcoming authentic martial arts community where Sifu Gus Gates teaches real combat training…read morealong with internal meditation training. All students utilize weapons training to help them understand movement on a deeper level. Stop by and check out The Village!

Training at The Village with Sifu Gus Gates is an amazing experience like no other. After decades…read moreof researching and training in the best practices the martial arts world has to offer, Sifu Gus meticulously curated his Art of Village Fighting. If you think you're only going to learn a run-of-the-mill self defense program you're in for a surprise. This art is the real deal. Sifu Gus teaches hand-to-hand combat in a way that utilizes body kinesthesiology, biophysics, neurology and psychology along with ways to develop street smarts and social responsibility. It is the combination of all these disciplines that allows 125lb women to effectively manipulate and take down 250lb+ men. True to the timeless principles of the Yin-Yang, The Village offers the whole Kung Fu package which cultivates both internal mastery through Tai Chi and Qigong as well as external mastery through Zen fighting, forms, and weapons. Sifu Gus and the other sifus are some of THE TOP professional Kung Fu masters of our day known, respected, and sought after for advice by practitioners around the world. If you're looking for a personal upgrade, consistent training in the Art of Village Fighting will arm you with practical tools to save your life physically and improve your life emotionally. Without doubt, The Village is the place for you.

Kristin is a wonderful healer. She deeply listens, provides thorough treatment plans and is…read moreconsistent with her check-ins and follow ups. I've been working with Kristin since the new year to assist me in regulating my menstrual cycles, minimizing menstrual pain and energetic rejuvenation after having a baby. Kristin and I have not met in person - all of our sessions have been via video conference and emails and they have been incredibly effective. I highly recommend Kristen.

Kris is a natural healer. Her cupping treatments have improved my chronic headache problems that I…read morehave suffered for decades. Her calm and nurturing presence holds you like a hug, always feeling better after a visit - for days. I cannot recommend Kris Gonzalez Acupuncture strongly enough.